Olympus Zoom230 User Manual

INSTRUCTIONSInfinity

Attaching thestrapStopper9Green mark for super macro photography (see P.30)

Open the back cover by sliding theback cover release toward the top ofthe camera.Loading the filmThis camera is designed touse DX-coded 35mm film.DX

Make sure the film lies flat.Align the film leader with the redfilm loading indicator.Unless the film leader matches thefilm loading indicator, the fi

Close the back cover. The filmautomatically advances to the firstframe.Set the power switch ON to makesure that the exposure counter shows"1"

Unloading thefilmThe camera automatically rewindsthe film when you reach the end of aroll. The exposure counter on the LCDpanel counts down as the fil

Once the film has been rewound, ablinking "E" will be displayed on theLCD panel. Further operations are notpossible until the rewound filmca

When the power switch is ON,the LCD panel lights.The LCD panel goes out after 4 to5 minutes to minimize batterydrain. After 4 hours the power isautoma

Use the zoom buttons to adjust thesize of your subject in the frame.(telephoto or wide-angle)The shutter release cannot be operatedwhile zooming.Press

*Keep your fingers and the strap awayfrom the lens, flash, autofocuswindows and light sensor.Position your subject within theautofocus frame in the vi

Press the shutter release buttonhalfway to focus.When correct focus has beenachieved, the "AF" indicator (green)will light up in the viewfin

Table of contentsDescription of controlsBefore you beginLoading the batteriesChecking the batteriesAdjusting the viewfinderAttaching the strapLoading

If the subject is nearer than 0.6m (2ft),the "AF" indicator (green) will blinkand the shutter will not release.However, the shutter may som

Auto flashphotography(1)Taking picturesin low lightWhen the flash mode is set toAUTO or AUTO-S, the flashwill fire automatically in lowlight condition

The shutter release cannot be operated whilethe flash is charging.It takes about 0.2—3.5 seconds after the filmis advanced to recharge the flash (at n

Properly exposed (with soft flash). Flash working range:Color negative film offers the widestexposure latitude, compensating forover and underexposur

Auto flashphotography(2)Taking backlitsubjectsWhen the flash mode is set toAUTO or AUTO-S, the flashwill fire automatically inbacklit situations.Confi

When the main subject is not in theautofocus frame, use the focus lock.Otherwise the camera will focus on thebackground and the subject will not bein

Position your subject in theautofocus frame and press the shutterrelease button halfway. The "AF"indicator (green) will light up in theviewf

Remote controlUse the remote control unit totake pictures when operatingat a distance from the camera.Using a coin, turn the screw toremove the remote

The camera should be set firmly inposition (with a tripod for example).While looking through the viewfinder,aim the camera at the subject.With the rem

The remote control can be set torelease the shutter either l or 3seconds after the release button ispressed.Press the release button. Theselftimer ind

Thank you for purchasing the OLYMPUS Infinity Zoom 230. Please read this instruction manual carefully before usingthe camera. This camera will not ope

After using the remote control unit,replace it and lock it in place with acoin.NOTE:•The remote control unit will operatefor approximately 18 minutes

Press the super macro button.The lens will automatically extend totelephoto and will be displayed onthe LCD panel.*In this mode, the flash always fir

Measure the distance of 0.4m (1.3ft)with the green mark on the strap.*0utside of 0.4m (1.3ft) the shutterwill release, even though correctfocus has no

Spot modeWhen there is strong backlight, yoursubject will appear too dark.By using the spot mode, your subjectwill be properly exposed.Use the spot mo

Press the SUBJECT button until"SPOT" is displayed on the LCDpanel.When correct focus has been achieved,the "AF" indicator (green)

While keeping the shutter releasebutton pressed halfway, change theposition of your subject in theviewfinder to achieve the desiredcomposition.Press t

Press the SUBJECT button untilis displayed on the LCD panel.Press the shutter release button.The lens will automatically zoom andafter the appropriate

Auto-zoom mode working range: from1.3m (4.3ft) to 3.lm (10.2ft).*Outside the range as shown, auto-zoom may not operate.*Even in the auto-zoom mode, i

Press the SUBJECT button until"C" is displayed on the LCD panel.The camera will shoot repeatedlyas long as the shutter release buttonpresse

SelftimerSet the camera firmly in position.Press the SUBJECT button untilis displayed on the LCD panel.Press the shutter release buttonhalfway to focu

Description of controlsViewfinderSuper macro buttonZoom buttonsShutter release button3Autofocus windowsSteady gripLensDioptric correction leverPower s

When correct focus has been achieved,the "AF" indicator (green) will light upin the viewfinder.*In case your subject is not in thecenter of

AUTO-S flashphotographyAUTO-S flash significantlyreduces "red-eye"phenomenon (when asubject's eyes appear red) inflash portraits and g

*In the super macro mode, AUTO-Smode will be canceled and the flashmode will be reset to AUTO.Press the FLASH button to set theflash mode to OFF.Fla

*In low light conditions, the necessaryshutter speed may be very slow (upto 2 seconds) to attain properexposure. To prevent blurred picturesresulting

By using the FILL-IN mode, thesubject will be properly lit by theflash.Press the FLASH button to set theflash mode to FILL-IN.Night scene flashphotogr

Press the FLASH button to set theflash mode to*In the night scene flash mode thenecessary shutter speed may be very slow(up to 2 seconds) to attain pr

When the Softon is used.Olympus offers the following optionalfilters.(Filter diameter: 35.5mm)(1) SkylightPrevents a blue tone in colorphotographs tak

When the Sunny Cross is used.Filter adaptor (optional)46

How to use thesoft case(optional)Make sure to set the power switchOFF before the camera is inserted intothe case.The camera's neck strap can be u

Care and storageNever disassemble the camera; itcontains a high-voltage circuit.Do not use thinner, benzine ororganic solvents to clean the camera.Do

Subject buttonFlash mode buttonFilm windowBack coverTripod socketViewfinderBack cover releaseBattery compartment coverRemote control unitRewind button

Do not expose the camera toextreme heat (over 40°C/104°F), suchas inside a car during the hot summerweather, or to extreme cold (below —100C/14°F).Do

Questions and answersQ: What kind of batteries should I use?A: Use two 3V lithium batteries (DL123A or CR123A). Do notmix new and old batteries at the

Q: The camera fails to operate in cold weather. What can Ido?A: Generally, low temperatures will reduce the batteryperformance temporarily. Try to kee

SpecificationsType: Full-automatic 35mm autofocus lens-shutter camera withbuilt-in 38—90 mm zoom lens.Film format: 35mm standard DX coded film (24

Flash: Built-in flash.Recycling time: approx 0.2—3.5 sec. (at normaltemperature with new batteries).Flash working range (ISO 100 color negative film)

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Viewfinder displayLCD panel(flash) indicator (orange)"AF" indicator (green)Close-upcorrection marksAutofocus frameFlash modeFlash mode sele

Before youbegin...Remove battery cover on the sideof the grip.*Before replacing the batteries, set thepower switch OFF.Insert two 3V lithium batteries

Checking thebatteriesTurn power ON by sliding the powerswitch as shown.The battery check indicator will bedisplayed for 12 seconds.When is displayed,

Adjusting theviewfinderA dioptric correction lever on theviewfinder eyepiece allows you toadjust the clarity of the viewfinderimage. This is especiall