Olympus C-180 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

How to use the shooting button and playback button1Basic operation10(Switching between shooting mode and playback modeWhen the power switch is ON, pre

Safety Precautions1008Appendix• Olympus makes no representations or warranties, either expressed or implied, by or concerning any content of these wri

Safety Precautions8Appendix101• Radio and Television InterferenceChange or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer may void the user’

1028AppendixGlossary of termsCCD (Charge-Coupled Device)This converts light passing through the lens into electrical signals. On this camera, light is

Glossary of terms8Appendix103Sleep ModeA mode designed to save battery life. The camera automatically enters the sleep mode if you do not operate it f

1049 MiscellaneousMiscellaneousThis chapter contains all the camera functions described in Chapters 1 to 7.Refer here for the names of the camera part

1059MiscellaneousMenu list l mode*1 Only available when a card is inserted.*2 In n mode, only HQ/SQ can be selected.*3 Available languages vary depe

1069MiscellaneousList of factory default settingsThe functions are set as follows when the camera leaves the factory. l mode k mode Common settings

1079MiscellaneousModes and shooting functions9: Available —: Not availableModeFunctionP hi k l z joq nZoom 9 – 9FLASH MODE 9 –& 9 – 9Y 9PANORAMA 9

1089MiscellaneousNames of partsCameraLensSelf-timer lamp gP. 37Flash gP. 34Shutter button gP. 20Power switch gP. 8USB connector gP. 58, 79DC-IN jack g

Names of parts1099MiscellaneousBattery compartment/card cover gP. 27Arrow pad ([\^]) gP. 14, 16Orange lamp gP. 8, 26, 79Green lamp gP. 9, 26, 79Monito

1Basic operation11How to use the mode dialThis camera is capable of taking still pictures and movies. Use the mode dial to switch between shooting mod

Names of parts9Miscellaneous110(Shooting modes* [IN] is displayed when you are storing pictures in the camera’s internal memory. [xD] is displayed whe

Names of parts1119Miscellaneous(Playback mode* [IN] is displayed when you are storing pictures in the camera’s internal memory. [xD] is displayed when

GLOSSARY INDEX1129IndexIndexFor reference page numbers relating to camera parts, see “Names of parts”.AAC adapter...

IndexGLOSSARY INDEX1139IndexPixels ... 22, 102Playback mode q ...9, 10PORTRAIT i...

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121Basic operationHow to use the direct buttonsThe buttons that can be used in shooting mode and playback mode differ.(Direct buttons in shooting mode

How to use the direct buttons131Basic operation(Direct buttons in playback modecl (Shooting) button gP. 10The camera switches to shooting mode (when t

How to use the direct buttons1Basic operation14Basic functions can be easily operated using the direct buttons. Use the arrow pad and i to make settin

1Basic operation15How to use the menusThe menu is displayed on the monitor when j is pressed with the camera on. This menu is used to make all camera

How to use the menus1Basic operation16Use the arrow pad and i to select and set menu items. Follow the buttons displayed on the menu screen and use th

How to use the menus171Basic operation4 Press j.• The menu closes, and the camera is ready to shoot.TIPS• Settings made in the menu are saved even if

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

Tips before you start taking pictures219Holding the cameraSometimes when you look at a picture you have taken, the contours of the subject are blurred

2How 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

2Tips before you start taking pictures20If correct focus cannot be obtainedThe camera automatically detects the focus target in the frame. The level o

If correct focus cannot be obtainedTips before you start taking pictures2214 Press the shutter button fully.Under certain types of conditions, the aut

2Tips before you start taking pictures22Record modeYou can select a record mode in which to take pictures or shoot movies. Select the best record mode

Record modeTips before you start taking pictures223Movies are recorded in Motion-JPEG format.Still picturesMoviesMovie record modesNumber of storable

Record mode242Tips before you start taking picturesj [K] i g “How to use the menus” (P. 15)1 Select a record mode from [SHQ], [HQ], [SQ1] and [SQ2].Fo

Tips before you start taking pictures225Recording picturesPictures taken are stored in the internal memory.You can also use an optional xD-Picture Car

2Tips before you start taking pictures26Using a card (optional)An optional card is available for this camera.The card corresponds to the film of a nor

Using a card (optional)Tips before you start taking pictures2272 Slide the battery compartment/card cover in the direction of A, and then lift it in t

Using a card (optional)282Tips before you start taking pictures(Removing the card3 Push the card all the way in and release slowly.• The card protrude

293 ShootingA professional photographer adjusts the exposure to the optimal setting, chooses the best focusing method and even selects the type of fil

3Composition of the manualThe title page of each chapter gives a short description of the contents. Be sure to check it out.Basic operationTips before

3Shooting30Selecting a shooting mode according to the situationUse the mode dial to switch between shooting modes before taking pictures. You can take

Selecting a shooting mode according to the situation31Shooting3j SportsSuitable for capturing fast-moving action (such as sports) without blurring. Ev

3Shooting32Zooming in on a distant subjectYou can use the digital zoom to take pictures at 4.0× telephoto or wide-angle. 1 Press the zoom button.Note•

Shooting333Taking close-up pictures (macro)Focusing is usually slow when you get close to a subject (20 cm to 50 cm/0.7ft to 1.6ft). However, in macro

3Shooting34Flash shootingSelect the flash mode best suited to the light conditions and the effect you want to achieve.Flash working range: 3.0 m (9.8

Flash shooting35Shooting31 Press n.• The flash settings screen is displayed.g“How to use the direct buttons” (P. 12)2 Select the flash mode, and press

3Shooting36Recording moviesYou can record movies, and playback the movies with the camera. Sound cannot be recorded.The focus is locked. If the distan

Shooting337Self-timer shootingThis function lets you take pictures using the self-timer. Fix the camera securely on a tripod for self-timer shooting.

3Shooting38Panorama shootingYou can take advantage of panorama shooting with an Olympus xD-Picture Card. Panorama shooting lets you connect pictures w

Panorama shooting39Shooting32 Make sure that the edges of the pictures overlap, then take the pictures.• The focus and exposure are set by the first p

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3Shooting40Adjusting picture brightness (exposure compensation)This function allows you to make changes to the exposure setting. You can adjust the ex

414PlaybackWith film-type cameras, you cannot see the pictures you have taken until the film has been developed. And aren’t you sometimes disappointed

4Playback42Playing back still picturesWhen a card is in the camera, a picture from the card is displayed. To play back pictures from the internal memo

Playing back still picturesPlayback443This function lets you select the number of pictures in an index display from 4 and 9.j [G] i g“How to use the m

Playing back still pictures4Playback44Pictures taken with the camera held vertically are displayed horizontally. This function lets you rotate such pi

Playback445Playing back movies1 Use the arrow pad to display a picture with n.g“Playing back still pictures” (P. 42)2 Press i.• The movie is played ba

4Playback46Protecting picturesYou are recommended to protect important pictures to avoid accidentally erasing them.Protected pictures cannot be erased

Playback447Erasing picturesThis function erases recorded pictures. Pictures can be erased either one at a time or all the pictures in the internal mem

Erasing pictures4Playback48This function erases all the pictures in the internal memory or card.j [MEMORY SETUP (CARD SETUP)] ig“How to use the menus”

Playback449FormattingThis function lets you format the internal memory or card. Formatting prepares cards to receive data.• To format the internal mem

Table of Contents54 Playback - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -41Playing back still pictures ...

505 Useful functionsOne of the key features of a digital camera is that you can view the pictures you have taken immediately. But that isn’t all.For i

51Useful functions5Selecting a languageYou can select a language for on-screen display. Available languages vary depending on the area where you purch

525Useful functionsSetting the date and timeThis function lets you set the date and time. The date and time is saved with each picture, and is used in

53Useful functions5Resetting the settings to the default (RESET)The camera retains the changed settings even if the power is turned off. To reset the

545Useful functionsCopying pictures to a card (BACKUP)You can copy (backup) all the image data stored in the internal memory to the card. The image da

55Useful functions5Setting the time period to switch to the sleep mode (SLEEP)The camera automatically switches to the sleep mode and stops operating

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

57Printing pictures6Direct printing (PictBridge)By connecting the camera to a PictBridge-compatible printer with the USB cable, you can print out reco

Direct printing (PictBridge)586Printing picturesUse the USB cable provided to connect the camera to a PictBridge-compatible printer.1 Turn the printer

Direct printing (PictBridge)Printing pictures659When the camera is connected to a PictBridge-compatible printer, the [PRINT MODE SELECT] screen is dis

Table of Contents67 Connecting the camera to a computer - - - - -72Flow...

Direct printing (PictBridge)606Printing pictures3 Press [\ to select framed or unframed, and press i.OFF ( ) The image is printed inside a blank frame

Direct printing (PictBridge)Printing pictures6613 Press [\ to select framed or unframed, and press i.OFF ( ) The image is printed inside a blank frame

Direct printing (PictBridge)626Printing pictures(Set [MORE] print reservationsc Press \.• The [PRINT INFO] screen is displayed.d Press [\ to select th

Direct printing (PictBridge)Printing pictures6637 Select [OK], and press i.• Printing starts. • To cancel printing, select [CANCEL] and press i. The [

Direct printing (PictBridge)646Printing pictures3 Press [\ to select framed or unframed, and press i.OFF ( ) The image is printed inside a blank frame

Direct printing (PictBridge)Printing pictures665When you have finished printing, disconnect the camera from the printer.1 In the [PRINT MODE SELECT] s

Direct printing (PictBridge)666Printing picturesIf an error code is displayed on the camera’s monitor during direct print setting or printing, see the

67Printing pictures6Print settings (DPOF)Print reservation allows you to save printing data (the number of prints and the date/time information) with

Print settings (DPOF)686Printing picturesTIPSRelation between printing and record mode when shootingThe resolution of a computer/printer is generally

Print settings (DPOF)Printing pictures669You can print one copy of all the images stored on the card. Select whether the print date or time will also

71 Basic operationBasic operationBeing able to use the buttons effectively is important for operating the digital camera.Just display a menu on the mo

Print settings (DPOF)706Printing picturesUse this feature to print only selected pictures. It is also used to change the reserved number of prints and

Print settings (DPOF)Printing pictures6714 Select [SET], and press i.• < icon is displayed on the image displayed on the screen.•Press j to exit th

727 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.Y

73Connecting the camera to a computer7FlowUsing the USB cable provided with your camera, you can connect the camera and computer and download (transfe

747Connecting the camera to a computerUsing OLYMPUS MasterFor editing and managing image files, install the OLYMPUS Master software from the provided

Using OLYMPUS Master75Connecting the camera to a computer7Before installing the OLYMPUS Master software, please confirm that your computer is compatib

Using OLYMPUS Master767Connecting the camera to a computerWindows1 Insert the CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive.• The OLYMPUS Master setup screen is displa

Using OLYMPUS Master77Connecting the camera to a computer73 Click “Next” and follow the on-screen instructions.• When the QuickTime licensing agreemen

Using OLYMPUS Master787Connecting the camera to a computer6 Follow the on-screen instructions.• The screen confirming that installation is completed i

79Connecting the camera to a computer7Connecting the camera to a computerUse the USB cable provided with the camera to connect the camera to your comp

81Basic operationHow to use the shooting button and playback buttonThis camera features a shooting mode and a playback mode. Shooting mode is for taki

Starting up OLYMPUS Master807Connecting the camera to a computer•Windows XPWhen the camera is connected to the computer, the screen for selecting an i

Starting up OLYMPUS Master81Connecting the camera to a computer7(OLYMPUS Master main menuc “Transfer Images” buttonDownloads images from the camera or

827Connecting the camera to a computerDisplaying camera images on a computerYou can save camera images on your computer.1 Click “Transfer Images” on

Displaying camera images on a computer83Connecting the camera to a computer7(To disconnect the cameraYou can disconnect the camera after downloading t

Viewing still pictures and movies847Connecting the camera to a computer3 Disconnect the USB cable from the camera.1 Click “Browse Images” on the OLY

Printing pictures85Connecting the camera to a computer7(To view a movie1 Double-click the movie thumbnail that you want to see in the “Browse” window.

Printing pictures867Connecting the camera to a computer2 Click “Photo” .• The “Photo Print” window is displayed.3 Click “Settings” in the “Photo Prin

To download and save images to a computer without using OLYMPUS Master87Connecting the camera to a computer77 Click “Print”.• Printing starts.• To ret

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

898AppendixTroubleshootingError codesMonitor indication Possible cause Corrective actionqNO CARDThe card is not inserted, or it cannot be recognized.I

How to use the shooting button and playback button91Basic operation(Turning the camera on in playback mode.When the power switch is OFF, press k.• The

Troubleshooting908Appendix(Preparatory operations(ShootingTroubleshootingPossible cause Corrective actionRef. pageThe camera does not turn on or funct

Troubleshooting8Appendix91The batteries ran out of power during shooting or while the images were being written to the internal memory or card. (Monit

Troubleshooting928AppendixThe battery run time is brief.You are using the camera in a cold environment.Battery performance deteriorates in low tempera

Troubleshooting8Appendix93(Playback of recorded imagesPossible cause Corrective actionRef. pageThe picture is out of focus.A subject unsuited to AF wa

Troubleshooting948AppendixThe colors of pictures look unnatural.No white in the picture. Include something white in the picture, or shoot using [#].P.

Troubleshooting8Appendix95(When the camera is connected to a computer or printerPossible cause Corrective actionRef. pageThe printer fails to connect.

968AppendixCamera care(Cleaning the cameraExterior:• Wipe gently with a soft cloth. If the camera is very dirty, soak the cloth in mild soapy water an

978AppendixAC adapter (optional)An AC adapter is useful for time-consuming tasks such as image downloads to a computer.An optional Olympus AC adapter

988AppendixSafety Precautions• To protect the high-precision technology contained in this product, never leave the camera in the places listed below,

Safety Precautions8Appendix99• Recommended temperature ranges for NiMH batteries:Operation ..... 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)Charge ...