Olympus D-370 ZOOM User Manual

Thank you for purchasing an Olympus digital camera. Before you start to use your new camera, please read these instructions care-fully to enjoy opti

101Names of partsGetting startedMonitor indications Shooting mode* The [IN] indicator is displayed when you are storing pictures in the camera’s inte

100Printing pictures7Direct printing (PictBridge)4 Press to select [OK], and press .• Printing starts. • To cancel printing, select [CANCEL] and pre

1017Direct printing (PictBridge)Exiting direct printingWhen you have finished printing, disconnect the camera from the printer.1 In the PRINT MODE SEL

1027Direct printing (PictBridge)If an error code is displayedIf an error code appears on the camera’s monitor during direct print setting or printing,

1038Connecting to a computer8 Connecting to a computerFlowYou can connect the camera to your computer with the USB cable and download the images store

1048FlowConnecting to a computerTIPS Viewing and editing downloaded images→If you want to process pictures using graphics processing software,make su

1058Connecting to a computerUsing OLYMPUS MasterFor editing, and managing image files using with personal computer, install the OLYMPUS Master softwar

1068Using OLYMPUS MasterConnecting to a computerInstalling OLYMPUS MasterIdentify your computer’s OS before installing the software.For compatibility

107Using OLYMPUS Master8Connecting to a computerMacintosh• Data transfer is only guaranteed on a Mac when the camera is connected to a computer equipp

1088Using OLYMPUS MasterConnecting to a computerWindows1 Insert the CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive.• The OLYMPUS Master installation screen is displayed

109Using OLYMPUS Master8Connecting to a computer4 Follow the on-screen instructions.• When the licensing agreement is displayed, read the agreement an

11Names of parts1Getting started Playback mode* The [IN] indicator is displayed when you are storing pictures in the camera’s internal memory. The [x

1108Using OLYMPUS MasterConnecting to a computer6 Follow the on-screen instructions.• The screen confirming that installation is completed is displaye

111Using OLYMPUS Master8Connecting to a computerMacintosh1 Insert the CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive.• The CD-ROM window is displayed.• If the screen is

1128Connecting to a computerConnecting the camera to a computerUse the USB cable provided with the camera to connect the camera to your computer.1 Mak

113Connecting the camera to a computer8Connecting to a computer5 The camera is recognized by the computer.• Windows 98SE/Me/2000When you connect the c

1148Connecting to a computerStarting up OLYMPUS MasterWindows1 Double-click the [OLYMPUS Master] icon on the desktop.• The main menu is displayed.• Wh

115Starting up OLYMPUS Master8Connecting to a computer OLYMPUS Master main menu To exit OLYMPUS Master1 Click the (Exit button) on the main menu.• OL

1168Connecting to a computerDisplaying camera images on a computerDownloading and saving imagesYou can save camera images on your computer.1 Click [Tr

117Displaying camera images on a computer8Connecting to a computer To disconnect the cameraYou can disconnect the camera after downloading the images

1188Displaying camera images on a computerConnecting to a computerFor Macintosh1 Drag the [Untitled] or [NO_NAME] icon on the desktop and drop it to t

1198Connecting to a computerViewing still pictures and movies1 Click [Browse Images] on the OLYMPUS Master main menu.• The "Browse Images" w

121Names of partsGetting started Battery checkIf the remaining battery power is low, the battery check indication on the monitor changes as follows wh

1208Viewing still pictures and moviesConnecting to a computer To view a movie1 Double-click the movie thumbnail that you want to see in the "Brow

1218Connecting to a computerPrinting picturesPictures can be printed from the photo, index, postcard and calendar menus. The explanation below uses th

1228Printing picturesConnecting to a computer5 Select the thumbnail image that you want to print and click [Add].• A preview of the selected image is

1238Connecting to a computerSaving images to a computer without using OLYMPUS MasterThis camera is compatible with USB mass storage. You can connect t

1249Miscellaneous9 MiscellaneousError codesMonitor indicationPossible cause Corrective actionNO CARDThe card is not inserted, or it cannot be recogniz

125Error codes9MiscellaneousCARD-COVER OPENThe battery compartment/card cover is open.Close the battery compartment/card cover.The card is not formatt

1269MiscellaneousTroubleshooting Preparatory operationsPossible cause Corrective action Ref. PageThe camera does not turn on or function buttons do no

127Troubleshooting9Miscellaneous ShootingPossible cause Corrective action Ref. PageNo picture is taken when the shutter button is pressed.The batterie

128Troubleshooting9MiscellaneousThe monitor does not turn on. The camera is in the sleep mode.Operate the camera with the shutter button or the .P.24

129Troubleshooting9Miscellaneous Playback of recorded imagesPossible cause Corrective action Ref. PagePictures you have taken do not appear on the mon

131Getting startedHow to use this manualThis sample page is only for your reference. It may differ from the actual page in this manual.Indications use

130Troubleshooting9MiscellaneousThe picture is too bright.The flash was set to the fill-in flash mode.Select a flash mode other than fill-in flash. P.

131Troubleshooting9Miscellaneous When the camera is connected to a PC or printerPossible cause Corrective action Ref. PageThe printer fails to connect

1329MiscellaneousList of menus Shooting mode menus ( / / / / / )*1 In the movie record mode ( ), only HQ/SQ can be selected.*2 Unavailable whe

133List of menus9Miscellaneous Playback mode menus *1 Unavailable while playing a movie.*2 Unavailable when the card is not inserted.Function SettingR

1349MiscellaneousList of factory default settings Shooting mode Playback mode Other default settings* Setting differs according to the region where th

1359MiscellaneousList of items by shooting mode* In the movie record mode, only HQ/SQ can be selected.Shooting modeItem, 9999— 999999—999999Zoom 9999W

1369MiscellaneousCamera maintenance Cleaning the cameraExterior:→Wipe gently with a soft cloth. If the camera is very dirty, soak the cloth in mild so

1379MiscellaneousSpecificationsProduct type : Digital camera (for shooting and displaying)Recording systemStill picture : Digital recording, JPEG (in

138Specifications9MiscellaneousOperating environmentTemperature : 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) (operation) -20°C to 60°C (-4°F to 140°F) (storage)Humid

1399MiscellaneousGlossary of termsCCD (Charge-Coupled Device)This converts light passing through the lens into electrical signals. On this camera, lig

141Getting startedAttaching the strap1 Thread the short end of the strap through the strap eyelet. 2 Thread the long end of the strap through the loop

140Glossary of terms9MiscellaneousResolutionThe size of the picture expressed as the number of dots (pixels) that make up the image. For instance, a p

141IndexAAC adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17AF target mark. . . . . . . . . . . . . 39,42Alkaline batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

142IndexMMacro mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53Macro mode button ( ) . . . . .9,54Macro shooting . . . . . . . . . . . 53MEMORY FORMAT . .

143IndexTTFT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140Tripod socket. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8UUSB cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

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151Getting startedLoading the batteriesThis camera uses 2 AA (R6) NiMH batteries or alkaline batteries.When you use rechargeable batteries, charge the

161Loading the batteriesGetting started3 Insert the batteries, making sure that they are correctly oriented as shown in the illustration.• The battery

17Loading the batteries1Getting startedSelecting optional batteries or an AC adapterIn addition to the batteries provided with the camera, the followi

181Loading the batteriesGetting started• Manganese (zinc-carbon) batteries and lithium battery packs (CR-V3) cannot be used.• If the battery power run

191Getting startedAbout the internal memory and the cardImages taken are stored in the internal memory.You can also use an optional xD-Picture Card (r

2For customers in North and South AmericaFor customers in EuropeTrademarks• IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporati

201Getting startedInserting a card (Optional)An optional card (xD-Picture Card) is available for this camera.Card basicsThe card corresponds to a film

21Inserting a card (Optional)1Getting started2 Holding the lock button, slide the battery compartment/card cover in the direction of , and then lift

221Inserting a card (Optional)Getting started3 Push the card all the way in to unlock it, and let it return slowly.• The card is ejected a short way a

23Inserting a card (Optional)1Getting started• Do not press on the card with hard or pointed items such as ballpoint pens.• Never open the battery com

241Getting startedPower on/offPower on: Press the power switch.The lens extends and the subject is displayed on the monitor. The orange lamp lights.Th

25Power on/off1Getting startedSwitching between the shooting mode and the playback modeTIPS • When the camera turns on, the monitor may light up mome

261Getting startedSelecting a languageYou can select a language for on-screen display. This reference manual shows the English on-screen display in th

27Selecting a language1Getting started5 Press to select a language, and press .6 Press to exit the menu.7 Press the power switch to turn the came

281Getting startedSetting the date and timeBefore using the camera, set the date and time. The date and time will be useful information when you manag

29Setting the date and time1Getting started5 Press to select one of the following date formats: Y-M-D (Year/Month/Day), M-D-Y (Month/Day/Year), D-M-

3Composition of the manual123456781011For playing back and erasing pictures.Getting startedAbout the menusShootingPlaybackUseful functionsPrint settin

301Setting the date and timeGetting started10 Press the power switch to turn the camera off.TIPS • The date and time can also be set from the playbac

312About the menus2 About the menus How to use the menusWhen you turn on the camera and press , the menu is displayed on the monitor. From this menu,

322How to use the menusAbout the menus• Not all items can be selected depending on the status of the camera and the settings performed. • Settings you

332About the menusMenusThe menu items to be displayed differ depending on whether the camera is in the shooting mode or the playback mode.Shooting mod

342MenusAbout the menusPlayback modeRuns through all saved pictures one after another. Select a single slide show with [ ] or, [ ] for a continuous sl

35Menus2About the menusTIPS • A menu item common to the shooting and playback modes can be set in either of the modes, and the setting is effective i

363Shooting3 ShootingShooting modeThis camera allows you to take still pictures and record movies.To take still pictures, use the mode dial to select

37Shooting mode3Shooting LANDSCAPESuitable for taking pictures of landscapes and other outdoor scenes. The camera automatically sets the optimal sho

383Shooting modeShooting SELF PORTRAITEnables you to take a picture of yourself while holding the camera. Point the lens at yourself and the focus w

393ShootingTaking still picturesYou can take still pictures simply by pressing the shutter button as you look at the monitor.The recorded picture will

4ContentsComposition of the manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Getting started 8Names of parts . . . . . . . . . . . .

403Taking still picturesShooting4 Press the shutter button gently (halfway) to adjust the focus. • When the focus and exposure are locked, the green l

41Taking still pictures3Shooting• Press the shutter button gently using the ball of your finger. If it is pressed hard, the camera may move, resulting

423ShootingIf correct focus cannot be obtainedWhen the subject to be focused is not on the AF target mark (not positioned in the center of the composi

43If correct focus cannot be obtained3Shooting4 Press the shutter button halfway until the green lamp lights. • When the green lamp lights steadily, t

443If correct focus cannot be obtainedShootingSubjects that are difficult to focus onUnder certain types of conditions, the auto focus may not work pr

453ShootingRecording moviesYou can record movies with this camera. You can playback the recorded movies with this camera. Sound can not be recorded.Th

463Recording moviesShooting4 Press the shutter button halfway.5 Press the shutter button fully to start recording. • The camera fixes the focus and zo

473ShootingZoomTelephoto and wide-angle shooting are possible at 3x magnification (the optical zoom limit, equivalent to 38 mm – 114 mm on a 35 mm cam

483ZoomShooting3 Take the picture.• Pictures taken with the digital zoom may appear grainy. • Camera movement is likely to occur at higher magnificati

493ShootingUsing the flashSelect the flash mode best suited to the light conditions and the effect you want to achieve. 1 Press the power switch.• The

5Contents3 Shooting 36Shooting mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36Taking still pictures . . . . . . . .

503Using the flashShooting4 Press the shutter button halfway.• When the flash is set to fire, the mark lights steadily.5 Press the shutter button ful

51Using the flash3Shooting Auto-flash (No indication)The flash fires automatically in low light or backlight conditions. To shoot a subject with backl

523Using the flashShooting Flash off ( )The flash does not fire even in low light conditions. Use this mode in situations where flash photography is n

533ShootingMacro mode shooting Two kinds of macro shooting are available.Macro shooting ( ) : Use when shooting subjects close to you(W: 20 cm to 50 c

543Macro mode shootingShooting2 Press ().• The setting screen for the macro shooting is displayed.3 Press to select macro mode, and press .• If n

553ShootingSelf-timer shootingThis function is useful for taking pictures where you want to be included in the photograph. Fix the camera securely on

563Self-timer shootingShooting4 Take the picture.• The self-timer lamp lights up for approximately 10 seconds, and starts blinking. After blinking for

573ShootingSelecting a record modeYou can select a record mode in which to take pictures or shoot movies. Choose the best record mode for your purpose

583Selecting a record modeShootingTIPS • ResolutionThe number of pixels (horizontal x vertical) used when saving an image. If the image will be print

59Selecting a record mode3Shooting1 In the shooting mode, select [ ] from the menu, and press ."How to use the menus" (P.31)2 Press to se

6Contents5 Useful functions 76RESET - Resetting the settings to the default . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76Formatting the internal memory/card. . . . . .

603ShootingVarying the image brightness (Exposure compensation)This function allows you to make fine changes to the automatic exposure setting. In som

61Varying the image brightness (Exposure compensation)3Shooting4 Take the picture.TIPS • Often bright subjects (such as snow) will turn out darker th

624Playback4 PlaybackViewing still picturesWhen the card is inserted, the images stored on the card are displayed. To display the images stored in the

63Viewing still pictures4Playback3 Press the power switch to turn the camera off.• The monitor and camera turn off. • The green lamp on the camera goe

644PlaybackClose-up playbackPictures displayed on the monitor can be enlarged in steps up to 4 times the original size. 1 Press the power switch to tu

654PlaybackPicture rotation Pictures taken with the camera held vertically are displayed horizontally. This function lets you turn such pictures 90 d

664PlaybackIndex displayThis function lets you show several pictures at the same time on the monitor. You can select 4 or 9 frames to be displayed in

67Index display4PlaybackSelecting the number of picturesSelect 4 or 9 frames to be displayed in the index.1 In the playback mode, select [ ] from the

684PlaybackSlideshowThis function displays still pictures stored in the internal memory or the card one after another. Only the first frame of movies

694PlaybackPlayback on TVUse the video cable provided with the camera to playback recorded images on your TV. Both a still picture and a movie can be

7Contents8 Connecting to a computer 103Flow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103Using OLYMPUS M

704Playback on TVPlayback• Make sure that the camera’s video output signal type is the same as the TV’s video signal type. "VIDEO OUT - Setting

714PlaybackViewing movies1 Press the power switch to turn the camera on, and press .• Playback mode is set.• The green lamp on the camera lights.2 Us

724Viewing moviesPlayback• The orange lamp blinks when the camera is reading the movie from the internal memory or the card. Reading the movies may ta

734PlaybackProtecting picturesYou are recommended to protect important pictures to avoid accidentally erasing them. Protected pictures cannot be erase

744PlaybackErasing picturesThis function enables the camera to erase the recorded pictures. The “single-frame erase” function erases only the current

75Erasing pictures4PlaybackAll-frame eraseThis function erases all the pictures in the internal memory or on the card.1 In the playback mode, select [

765Useful functions5 Useful functionsRESET-Resetting the settings to the defaultThe camera retains the changed settings even if the power is turned of

77RESET-Resetting the settings to the default5Useful functions Functions that RESET affects and their factory default settingsFunction Factory default

785Useful functionsFormatting the internal memory/cardThis function formats the internal memory, or the card. Formatting prepares the internal memory

79Formatting the internal memory/card5Useful functions2 Press to select [ MEMORY FORMAT], and press .3 Press to select [YES], and press .• The B

81Getting started1 Getting startedNames of partsCameraFlash P.49Self-timer lamp P.56Connector cover P.17, 69, 92, 112VIDEO OUT jack P.69USB connecto

805Useful functionsBACKUP - Copying pictures to a cardYou can copy (backup) all the image data stored in the internal memory to the card. The image da

815Useful functionsSLEEP - Setting the time period to switch to the sleep mode The camera automatically switches to the sleep mode and stops operating

825Useful functionsPIXEL MAPPING - Checking the image processing functionsThe Pixel Mapping feature allows the camera to check and adjust the CCDand i

835Useful functionsVIDEO OUT - Setting the output signal typeYou can select NTSC or PAL according to your TV’s video signal type. Select the video sig

846Print setting (DPOF)6 Print setting (DPOF)With print reservationPrint reservation allows you to save printing data (the number of prints and the da

85With print reservation6Print setting (DPOF)TIPS Picture size and printingThe resolution of a computer/printer is generally based on the number of d

866Print setting (DPOF)All-frame reservationYou can print one copy of all the images stored on the card. Select whether the print date or time will al

87All-frame reservation6Print setting (DPOF)5 Press to select [SET], and press .• Press to exit the menu.

886Print setting (DPOF)Single-frame reservationUse this feature to print only selected pictures. It is also used to change the reserved number of prin

89Single-frame reservation6Print setting (DPOF)5 Press .6 Press to select [NO], [DATE] or [TIME], and press .NO : The pictures are printed without

9Names of parts1Getting startedSelf-timer button ( ) P.55Monitor P.10Macro mode button ( ) P.53 Mode dial P.36Flash mode button ( ) P.49Arrow pad (

906Print setting (DPOF)Resetting print reservation dataThis function resets all the print reservation data for the pictures stored in the card.To canc

917Direct printing (PictBridge)7 Direct printing (PictBridge)Using the direct printing functionBy connecting the camera to a PictBridge-compatible pri

927Direct printing (PictBridge)Connecting the camera to a printerUse the USB cable provided with the camera to connect the camera to a PictBridge-comp

937Direct printing (PictBridge)Printing picturesWhen the camera is connected to a PictBridge-compatible printer, the PRINT MODE SELECT screen is displ

94Printing pictures7Direct printing (PictBridge)Using the simple print methodThe following is the simplest way of printing a picture. This prints one

95Printing pictures7Direct printing (PictBridge)5 Press to select [OK], and press .• Printing starts. • To cancel printing, select [CANCEL] and pres

96Printing pictures7Direct printing (PictBridge)3 Press to select framed or unframed, and press .OFF ( ) The image is printed inside a blank frame.

97Printing pictures7Direct printing (PictBridge) Set MORE print reservationsc Press .• Print information setting screen is displayed.d Press to sele

98Printing pictures7Direct printing (PictBridge)7 Press to select [OK], and press .• Printing starts. • To cancel printing, select [CANCEL] and pres

99Printing pictures7Direct printing (PictBridge)PRINT ORDER mode1 In the PRINT MODE SELECT screen, press to select [PRINT ORDER], and press .• The