Olympus Camcorder D 300L User Manual

Digital Camera Instructions

➧Preparations

D-300L

D-200L

➧Taking pictures

➧Displaying pictures on the

LCD monitor

➧Transferring images to a

personal computer

Ⅲ Before using your camera, read this manual

carefully to ensure correct use.

➧Others

Ⅲ We recommend that you take test shots to

get accustomed to your camera before

taking important photographs.

Serial number

Digital camera

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6. Attachments

—

Do not use attachments not

10. Ventilation — Slots and openings in the cabinet are

provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of

the product and to protect from overheating, and these

openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings

should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed,

sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This product should not

be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or

rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the

manufacturer’s instructions have been adhered to.

recommended by the product manufacturer as they may

cause hazards.

7. Water and Moisture — Do not use this product near water

— for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink,

or laundry tub; in a wet basement; or near a swimming

pool; and the like.

8. Accessories — Do not place this product on an unstable

stand, tripod, bracket, table, or cart. The product may fall,

causing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious

damage to the product. Use only with a tripod, stand,

bracket. Any mounting of the product should follow the

manufacturer’s instructions, and should use a mounting

accessory recommended by the manufacturer.

11. Power Sources — This product should be operated only

from the type of power source indicated on the label. If you

are not sure of the type of power supply to your home,

consult your product dealer or local power company. For

products intended to operate from battery power, or other

sources, refer to the operating instructions.

9. A product and cart combination should be moved with

care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces

may cause the product and cart combination to overturn.

12. Grounding or Polarization — This product may be

equipped with a polarized alternating-current line plug (a

plug having one blade wider than the other). This plug will

fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety

feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the

outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to

fit, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet.

Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.

PORTABLE CART WARNING

(Symbol provided by RETAC)

Alternate Warnings — This product is equipped with a three-

wire grounding-type plug, a plug having a third (grounding)

pin. This plug will only fit into a grounding-type power outlet.

This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug into

the outlet, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete

outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grounding-type

plug.

EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER

NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE, ANSI/NFPA 70

ANTENNA

LEAD IN WIRE

GROUND CLAMP

ANTENNA

DISCHARGE UNIT

(NEC SECTION

13. Power-Cord Protection — Power-supply cords should be

routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or

pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying

particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience

receptacles, and the point where they exit from the

product.

810-20)

ELECTRIC SERVICE

EQUIPMENT

GROUNDING

CONDUCTORS

(NEC SECTION 810-21)

GROUND CLAMPS

POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM

(NEC ART 250. PART H)

14. Protective Attachment Plug — The product is equipped

with an attachment plug having overload protection. This is

a safety feature. See Instruction Manual for replacement or

resetting of protective device. If replacement of the plug is

required, be sure the service technician has used a

replacement plug specified by the manufacturer that has

the same overload protection as the original plug.

NEC – NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

15. Outdoor Antenna Grounding — If an outside antenna or

cable system is connected to the product, be sure the

antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide

some protection against voltage surges and built-up static

charges. Article 810 of the National Electrical Code,

ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information with regard to proper

grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding

of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of

grounding conductors, location of antenna-discharge unit,

connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for

the grounding electrode. See figure “Example of antenna

grounding as per National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70”

17. Power Lines — An outside antenna system should not be

located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other

electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such

power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna

system, extreme care should be taken to keep from

touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them

might be fatal.

18. Overloading — Do not overload wall outlets, extension

cords, or integral convenience receptacles as this can

result in a risk of fire or electric shock.

19. Object and Liquid Entry — Never push objects of any

kind into this product through openings as they may touch

dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could

result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any

kind on the product.

16. Lightning — For added protection for this product during a

lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused

for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and

disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent

damage to the product due to lightning and power-line

surges.

20. Servicing — Do not attempt to service this product

yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to

dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to

qualified service personnel.

21. Damage Requiring Service — Unplug this product from

the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service

personnel under the following conditions:

23. Safety Check — Upon completion of any service or

repairs to this product, ask the service technician to

perform safety checks to determine that the product is in

proper operating condition.

a) When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.

b) If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the

product.

24. Heat — The product should be situated away from heat

sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other

products (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

c) If the product has been exposed to rain or water.

d) If the product does not operate normally by following the

operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that

are covered by the operating instructions as an

improper adjustment of other controls may result in

damage and will often require extensive work by a

qualified technician to restore the product to its normal

operation.

Note to CATV system installer

This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer’s

attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC that provides guidelines

for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable

ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the

building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical.

e) If the product has been dropped or damaged in any

way.

Radio and Television Interference

f) When the product exhibits a distinct change in

performance — this indicates a need for service.

● Change or modifications not expressly approved by the

manufacturer may void the user’s authority to operate this

equipment.

22. Replacement Parts — When replacement parts are

required, be sure the service technician has used

replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or have

the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized

substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other

hazards.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the

limits for Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC

Rules.These limits are designed to provide reasonable

protection against harmful interference in a residential

installation.This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate

radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in

accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful

interference to radio communications. However, there is no

guarantee that interference will not occur in particular

installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference

to radio or television reception, which can be determined by

turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try

to correct the interference by one or more of the following

measures:

This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the

Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.

Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les

exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada.

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and

receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different

from that to which the receiver is connected.

Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for

help.

WARNINGS

• The lithium battery must only be replaced with a lithium

battery model number CR2025 [3V]. Use of another

lithium battery may present the risk of fire or explosion.

• Keep the batteries away from children.

• If a battery is swallowed, see a doctor immediately.

• Dispose of used lithium batteries promptly, in a safe

manner that complies with all applicable laws.

• The lithium battery may present the risk of fire or chemical

burn if mishandled.

Only RS232C serial cable in the set should be connected to

the camera and a PC.

• Do not recharge, disassemble, heat above 100°C (212

°F) or dispose of in the fire.

• Before use, wipe the battery clean with a dry soft cloth to

assure good contact.

FCC statement

This device complies with Part 15 of FCC rules. Operation

is subject to following two conditions:

• Never use metallic tweezers to hold the battery, and

never short circuit the (+) and (–) sides of the battery.

(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and

(2) This device must accept any interference received,

including interference that may cause undesired

operation.

Legal and other notices

Windows is a trademark of Microsoft Corporation.

Macintosh is a registered trademark of Apple Computer

Inc.

● All contents of this publication are subject to change

without notice.

All other brand names and product names are

registered.

● Although the contents of this publication have been

carefully checked to avoid errors, some may still

occur. If you are in doubt about any points or find

mistakes or omissions, please contact us.

● No part of this publication may be reproduced or

reprinted except for personal use without the prior

permission of Olympus.

● Olympus makes no representations or warranties

regarding any damages, or benefit expected by using

this unit lawfully, or any request from a third person,

which are caused by the inappropriate use of this unit.

● Olympus makes no representations or warranties

regarding any damages or any benefit expected by

using this unit lawfully which are caused by erasing

the picture data.

● The quality of the picture taken with this camera is

different from the quality of a picture taken with a

conventional compact camera.

FOR SAFE USE

Thank you for purchasing the Olympus digital

camera. Before you start to use your new camera,

please read these instructions carefully to obtain

optimum performance and a longer service life from

the unit. Be sure to retain this manual for future

reference.

WARNINGS

1.NEVER TRY TO USE THE FLASH WHEN TAKING

PICTURES OF PEOPLE (ESPECIALLY INFANTS) AT

CLOSE RANGE. THE CAMERA’S FLASH MAY DAMAGE

THE SUBJECT’S EYES AT CLOSE RANGE. DO NOT

TAKE PICTURES OF CHILDREN FROM A DISTANCE OF

LESS THAN ONE METER (ABOUT THREE FEET).

2.DO NOT AIM YOUR CAMERA DIRECTLY AT THE SUN

OR OTHER EXTREMELY BRIGHT SUBJECTS. DOING

SO MAY DAMAGE YOUR EYES.

Warning: Ignoring this Warning mark and

operating this product incorrectly may

lead to serious injury or death.

3.DO NOT USE THIS CAMERA IN THE VICINITY OF

FLAMMABLE OR EXPLOSIVE GAS.

Caution: Ignoring this Caution mark and

operating this product incorrectly

may lead to injury.

4.DO NOT LEAVE THIS CAMERA WITHIN THE REACH OF

INFANTS OR CHILDREN.

• THE CHILD MIGHT PUT THE STRAP AROUND HIS OR

HER NECK. THIS COULD CAUSE STRANGULATION

OR CHOKING.

• THE CHILD MIGHT SWALLOW BATTERIES OR

SMALL ATTACHMENTS. IF THIS HAPPENS,

CONTACT A PHYSICIAN IMMEDIATELY.

• THE CHILD MIGHT ACTIVATE THE FLASH FROM TOO

CLOSE AND CAUSE DAMAGE TO HIS OR HER EYES.

6.DO NOT STORE THE CAMERA IN HUMID OR DUSTY

PLACES. THIS MAY CAUSE FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK

• THE CHILD MIGHT DAMAGE THE CAMERA.

7.DO NOT COVER THE FLASH WITH YOUR HAND

DURING OPERATION. DO NOT TOUCH THE FLASH

AFTER FIRING IT CONTINUOUSLY. YOU MAY GET

BURNED.

5.BATTERY FLUID MAY LEAK, GENERATING HEAT AND

POSSIBLY CAUSING A FIRE OR EXPLOSION.

• DO NOT USE UNSPECIFIED BATTERIES.

8.IF YOU DROP THE CAMERA IN WATER OR GET WATER

INSIDE IT, UNLOAD THE BATTERIES IMMEDIATELY

AND CONTACT YOUR NEAREST OLYMPUS SERVICE

CENTER. LEAVING BATTERIES IN A WET CAMERA

MAY CAUSE FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK.

• DO NOT THROW BATTERIES INTO A FIRE, OR

EXPOSE TO HEAT.

• DO NOT DISASSEMBLE THE UNIT WITH BATTERIES

INSIDE.

• DO NOT USE NEW BATTERIES AND OLD BATTERIES

TOGETHER. DO NOT MIX DIFFERENT TYPES OF

BATTERIES OR DIFFERENT MANUFACTURERS’

BATTERIES.

• DO NOT CHARGE ALKALINE AND LITHIUM

BATTERIES. IT IS NOT POSSIBLE TO CHARGE

THESE TYPES OF BATTERIES.

• KEEP UNLOADED BATTERIES OUT OF THE REACH

OF INFANTS AND CHILDREN. IF AN INFANT OR

CHILD SWALLOWS THE BATTERIES, CONTACT A

PHYSICIAN IMMEDIATELY.

• DO NOT LOAD THE BATTERIES IN THE OPPOSITE

DIRECTION TO THAT SHOWN IN THIS

INSTRUCTIONS.

CAUTIONS

1.IF YOU NOTICE AN UNUSUAL SMELL, NOISE, OR

SMOKE EMITTING FROM THIS CAMERA, UNLOAD THE

BATTERIES CAREFULLY TO AVOID BEING BURNED.

CONTACT YOUR NEAREST OLYMPUS SERVICE

CENTER IMMEDIATELY.

2.NEVER ATTEMPT TO DISASSEMBLE THIS CAMERA. IT

CONTAINS HIGH-VOLTAGE CIRCUITRY THAT MAY

CAUSE ELECTRIC SHOCK AND INJURY.

3.UNLOAD THE BATTERIES WHEN NOT USING THE

CAMERA FOR LONG PERIODS. BATTERY HEAT

GENERATION OR FLUID LEAK MAY CAUSE A FIRE OR

INJURY.

4.DO NOT USE THE CAMERA IF THE BATTERY FLUID

HAS LEAKED. LEAKED BATTERY FLUID MAY CAUSE A

FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK. CONTACT YOUR

NEAREST OLYMPUS DEALER OR OLYMPUS SERVICE

CENTER.

5.DO NOT OPERATE THE CAMERA WITH WET HANDS.

AS YOU MAY GET AN ELECTRIC SHOCK.

6.DO NOT STORE THE CAMERA IN ANY PLACE

EXPOSED TO EXCESSIVE HEAT. THIS MAY WEAKEN

THE PARTS OR CAUSE A FIRE.

CARE AND STORAGE

BATTERY HANDLING

HANDLING

Ⅲ This camera is built with precision electric parts. To avoid

malfunctioons or mechanical problems, do not use or store the

camera in the following places:

• Places exposed to direct sunlight (a beach in summer, for

example).

• Places exposed to excessive heat, humidity, or extreme

variations of temperature and humidity.

• Places exposed to sand or dust.

• Near a fire.

Ⅲ This camera uses four AA alkaline batteries. AA NiCd batteries

or AA nickel hydrocloride batteries or AA lithium batteries can

also be used, but the battery check function will not function

correctly.

Ⅲ Do not use 3 V manganese batteries. Besides shortening

battery life, manganese batteries may overheat and damage

the camera.

Ⅲ Use the batteries correctly. Incorrect use of batteries can cause

fluid leak, heat generation, or other damage. When replacing

batteries, be sure to load them correctly.

Ⅲ The batteries may be temporarily disabled when exposed to

cold temperatures. Try to keep the camera and batteries warm

when using the camera in a cold environment. Batteries that

are weak in cold temperatures will be restored under normal

temperatures.

Ⅲ Sweat, oil, and so on, can prevent a battery’s terminals from

making electrical contact. To avoid this, wipe both terminals

before loading battery.

Ⅲ Keep spare batteries on hand when going on a long trip. New

batteries may be difficult or impossible to obtain abroad.

Ⅲ When you use NiCd batteries and nickel hydrocloride batteries,

make sure they have all been fully charged in the same battery

charger.

• Near any volatile materials.

• Near a heater, cooler, or humidifier.

• Places exposed to excessive moisture.

• Places exposed to vibrations.

• Inside a car.

• Near magnetic field.

Ⅲ Do not shake or shock the camera.

Ⅲ Do not leave the camera with its lens pointing towards direct

sunlight. This will damage the lens.

Ⅲ Do not leave the camera unused for a long period of time. This

may cause battery leakage. In addition this can lead to problems

including the growth of mold in the camera. Before using the

camera, press the shutter release button to check operation.

Ⅲ Do not turn the camera when it is mounted on a tripod.

Ⅲ Do not touch any of the camera’s internal parts.

Ⅲ Use NiCd batteries and nickel hydrocloride batteries only after

having carefully read the instructions accompanying them.

Ⅲ Do not use the flash for extended periods as this can cause the

flash to become excessively hot. Do not touch the flash when it

is hot.

CHECK THE CONTENTS

Camera

Strap

Instructions

Warranty card

User’s card

Windows / Macintosh package includes:

• 232C PC serial cable

AA alkaline

• Conversion connector for Windows

• Conversion connector for Macintosh

• CD-ROM software for Macintosh & Windows

• 3.5" floppy disk software

batteries

(4 pieces)

Lithium battery

(CR2025 x 1 piece)

(for Windows 95 / Windows 3.1)

• 3.5" floppy disk software for Macintosh

Option

• AC adaptor

MAIN FEATURES

Ⅲ Portable, battery-powered, lightweight, compact design.

Ⅲ In addition to an optical viewfinder, an LCD monitor is provided for more flexibility when

composing shots and viewing image.

Ⅲ The highest performance wide-angle lens in its class, offers you the same ease of use as a

conventional compact camera.

Ⅲ 810,000-pixel CCD delivers the highest quality pictures in its class. (D-300L only)

➧ “Make sure” indicates items to be double checked.

➧ “Note” indicates other information you should be aware of.

➧ Actual product may differ slightly from that shown in illustrations.

CONTENTS

PREPARATIONS

DISPLAYING PICTURES ON THE LCD

MONITOR

Names and functions of parts ................................................16

Using the strap.......................................................................18

Loading the batteries..............................................................19

Loading the lithium battery.....................................................19

Turning on and checking the batteries...................................20

Checking the number of remaining pictures...........................21

Points to remember................................................................22

Turning on the LCD monitor...................................................35

Displaying pictures.................................................................36

Protection...............................................................................36

Erasing pictures .....................................................................37

Slide-Show mode...................................................................39

Multi-Display mode.................................................................39

Adjusting the date and time....................................................40

TAKING PICTURES

TRANSFERRING IMAGES TO A PERSONAL

COMPUTER

Personal computer environment ............................................41

Installing provided software....................................................42

Connecting to a personal computer .......................................44

Using the household power supply (Optional) .......................45

System chart ..........................................................................46

Taking pictures.......................................................................24

Using the focus lock (D-300L only) ........................................27

Autofocus (D-300L only) ........................................................28

Selecting the resolution..........................................................29

Using the flash modes............................................................30

Auto-Flash...........................................................................31

Red-Eye Reducing Flash ...............................................31

Off (flash override)..........................................................32

Fill-In Flash (forced activation) .......................................32

Macro mode ...........................................................................33

Working range........................................................................33

Self-timer................................................................................34

Setting the beep sound ..........................................................34

OTHERS

Questions and answers..........................................................47

Troubleshooting .....................................................................48

Notes on display backlights....................................................52

Specifications.........................................................................53

PREPARATIONS

NAMES AND FUNCTIONS OF PARTS

23 4 5 6 7 8

& *

(

)

@ #

Main Unit

Close-up correction marks (p. 33)

Viewfinder Display

1 Shutter release / Erase OK button.............................P. 23

2 Flash mode button ......................................................P. 30

3 Erase mode button......................................................P. 37

4 Flash.............................................................................P. 30

5 Control panel ...............................................................P. 17

6 Self-timer / Slide-Show button ..............................P. 34/39

7 Macro mode / Protect mode button......................P. 33/36

8 Resolution selection / Multi-Display button.........P. 29/39

9 Self-timer signal ..........................................................P. 34

0 Lens

Autofocus mark* /

Backlighting correction

mark (p. 27/31)

Green lamp

* Autofocus available only with D-300L.

Control Panel / LCD monitor

•Control Panel Icons

! Lens cover ...................................................................P. 20

@ Computer terminal ......................................................P. 44

# DC input terminal ........................................................P. 45

$ Viewfinder ....................................................................P. 17

% Green lamp...................................................................P. 17

^ LCD monitor.................................................................P. 17

& LCD monitor ON/OFF/PLAY button ......................P. 26/35

* Previous (–) / Next (+) button ................................P. 36/39

( Lithium battery compartment cover..........................P. 19

) Tripod thread ...............................................................P. 34

q Battery compartment cover........................................P. 19

Write Erase

Battery check

Resolution

Macro

Number of

remaining

pictures

Self-timer Flash mode

•LCD Monitor Icons

Resolution

Battery check

Protect mark

Date / Time

’96 03 21

10:35

Frame

number

USING THE STRAP

Caution:

◆ Attach the strap correctly as shown on the left so

that the camera does not fall off. If the strap is

attached incorrectly and the camera comes loose

and falls off, Olympus is not responsible for any

damage.

LOADING THE BATTERIES

LOADING THE LITHIUM

BATTERY

Use four AA alkaline batteries, four AA NiCd batteries, four AA nickel

hydoride batteries or four AA Lithium batteries. Manganese battery

cannot be used.

Use a pointed

instrument such

as a ballpoint pen

Read “Battery Handling” on Page 12.

open

the

lithium battery

c o m p a r t m e n t

cover. Load the

lithium battery as

shown and then close the cover until you hear it click

into place.

Cautions:

◆ Be sure to insert the batteries as directed.

1 Slide the battery compart-

ment cover to the left 1and

pull the lid upward 2.

2 Insert the new batteries

correctly as shown and close

the battery compartment

cover tightly.

◆ Do not use manganese batteries. Besides

shortening battery life, manganese batteries may

overheat and damage the camera. Use only the

types of batteries specified in this manual.

◆ Keep the lithium battery and lithium battery holder

out of the reach of children. If a child swallows the

battery or cover, contact a doctor immediately.

◆ Do not put any foreign substances such as metal

in the camera. Doing so damage the camera.

➧

The lens barrier is closed

and the camera is turned

off before loading the

batteries.

(

TURNING ON THE CAMERA AND CHECKING THE BATTERY

To turn on the camera, slide open the lens cover as shown. Remaining battery power and remaining pictures are indicated on the

control panel.

When you turn on the power, battery status is indicated as

below.

Display

Meaning

lights and turns off

automatically.

Batteries are OK.

You can shoot.

blinks and other

indicators on the control

panel are displayed

normally.

Battery power is low and

batteries should be replaced.

blinks and other

indicators on the control

panel go out.

Batteries are dead and

should be replaced

immediately.

➧ If you do not operate the camera for three minutes, the

power save function activates and the power turns off

automatically.

➧ To turn on again, close and open the lens cover or

depress the shutter release button halfway.

Note:

◆ Keep spare batteries on hand when going on a long

trip or to a wedding for example, or when using the

camera in cold weather.

)

CHECKING THE NUMBER OF REMAINING PICTURES

When the number of remaining pictures is 0, the camera

●

emits a long single beep and the green lamp blinks. If the

memory is full, the camera beeps whenever the lens cover

is opened.

When the number of remaining pictures is less than 3 in the

Standard Quality mode, shooting is not possible in the High

Quality mode. (See Page 29.)

●

When you turn on the power, the number of remaining

pictures is shown on the control panel.

● Maximum number of storage pictures

➧ The number of remaining pictures varies depending on

the Resolution setting. For example, if the remaining

count is 4 in the Standard Quality mode, it will be 1 in the

High Quality mode.

D-300L

D-200L

High Quality mode

Standard Quality mode

120

➧ We recommend that you download the pictures you’ve

already taken to a personal computer as soon as

possible (see Page 42), and erase pictures stored in the

camera on a regular basis (see Page 37).

Note:

◆ After checking the number of remaining pictures, be

sure to set and adjust the date and time by

connecting the camera to a computer.

POINTS TO REMEMBER

Correct.

Incorrect.

Note:

➧ Hold the camera firmly with both hands while keeping

elbows at sides to prevent the camera from shaking.

➧ When holding the camera vertically, hold the camera

with its flash positioned at the top.

◆ Keep your fingers and the strap away from the lens

and flash.

Note:

Proper Shutter Release

◆ Press the shutter release

button gently.

Avoid shaking the camera

when pressing the shutter

release button to prevent blurry

pictures.

1 Depress the shutter release button

2 Depress the shutter release button

fully to release the shutter, and take

the picture.

halfway.

➧ The green lamp next to the

viewfinder lights.

➧ The Writing indicator on the

control panel blinks, and the green

lamp next to the viewfinder blinks.

➧ The exposure will be locked.

➧ With the D-300L, the focus will be

adjusted.

TAKING PICTURES

Taking pictures using the optical viewfinder

1 Compose the picture using the optical viewfinder.

2 Depress the shutter release button halfway. The green

lamp lights.

3 Depress the shutter release button fully to take the picture.

4 The camera emits two short beeps to indicate that the shot

has been taken.

Caution:

5 When the Writing indicator on the control panel or the

green lamp next to the viewfinder stops blinking, the

camera is ready to take next picture. (The Writing indicator

will disappear after about 6 seconds in the High Quality

mode and in about 2 seconds in the Standard Quality

mode.)

◆ Do not unload the batteries while the Writing

indicator is blinking. Not only will the picture you

have just taken be lost, but stored pictures may also

be damaged.

Note:

◆ It is also possible to take pictures using the LCD

monitor as a viewfinder. However, it is better to use

the optical viewfinder since the camera is less likely

to shake and pictures are easier to take. Refer to

Page 26 for details on taking pictures using the LCD

monitor.

Whenever the Writing indicator is blinking, it means that the

camera is still processing the image. If you press the shutter

release button while the indicator is blinking, the shutter

won’t release.

Ⅲ

6 When you close the lens barrier, all control panel

indications disappear and the power turns off.

Ⅲ Even after turning off the power or replacing the

batteries, pictures remain stored in memory.

Note:

◆ When the camera is being operated on battery power

and the batteries are running low, the camera may

emit several short beeps and blink the number of

remaining pictures on the control panel after you take

a shot. If this happens, the picture you have just taken

may not turn out properly. Replace the batteries and

take your picture again.

Taking pictures using the LCD monitor

1 Open the lens barrier. Press and hold the LCD monitor

2 Aim the camera by looking at the subject through the LCD

ON/OFF (green) button to turn on the LCD monitor's display.

monitor.

Note:

◆ Pictures that appear on the LCD monitor are for

composition purposes only — regardless of whether it

is used as a viewfinder or a display monitor. They do

not show such information as focus or exposure. If you

need to know this information, transfer pictures to your

computer’s display monitor.

Caution:

➧ Take the picture in the same way as you would when using

the optical viewfinder. (See Page 24.)

➧ When using the LCD monitor, keep the LCD monitor

ON/OFF (green) button pressed while taking pictures.

◆ Do not touch the surface of the LCD monitor. This can

leave a blur on the monitor. Pushing too hard on the

monitor may break it.

USING THE FOCUS LOCK (D-300L ONLY)

The D-300L features a convenient autofocus function. If your main subject is not within the autofocus marks, use the procedure

below to obtain focus. This is called focus lock.

Autofocus marks

1 Position your subject within the autofocus marks and press

2 Reposition your subjects in the picture frame while keeping

the shutter release button depressed halfway. Then press

the shutter release button fully.

the shutter release button halfway.

Note:

●When the focus is locked, the exposure is also locked (AE

lock).

➧ The green lamp next to the viewfinder lights.

AUTOFOCUS (D-300L ONLY)

Although the D-300L’s autofocus can lock on virtually any subject, there are certain conditions, such as 1 ~ 3 shown below, where

it may not be possible to obtain the correct focus. In the situations shown below in 4 ~ 5, autofocus may not lock on the correct

subject even though the green lamp lights and the shutter releases.

Subjects with low

contrast

Subjects that do

not contain vertical

lines

Subjects in

excessively bright

light

Two subjects at

different distance

High-speed

subjects at close

range

Use the focus lock by

first focusing on

something at the

same distance as the

subject you wish to

take a picture of, and

then aim at the

subject.

Use the focus lock

first while holding the

camera vertically.

Then switch the

Use the focus lock by

first focusing on

something at the

same distance as the

subject you wish to

take a picture of, and

then aim at the

subject.

When the subject

looks out-of-focus

even though the

green lamp lights,

focus on another

subject at the desired

camera-to-subject

distance first. Then

recompose the frame

to take the picture.

Focus on another

subject at the desired

camera-to-subject

distance first. Then

recompose the frame

to take the picture.

Ⅲ

camera

the

horizontal position to

take the photograph.

SELECTING THE RESOLUTION

When using the High Quality mode

(

is indicated on the control panel.)

1024 x 768 pixels (D-300L)

640 x 480 pixels (D-200L)

When using the Standard Quality mode

(No indication on the control panel)

512 x 384 pixels (D-300L)

320 x 240 pixels (D-200L)

This camera has two levels of resolution — the High Quality

mode and the Standard Quality mode.

➧ The selected resolution mode remains the same even

when the camera is switched off. The mode returns to

High Quality or Standard Quality when the batteries are

replaced.

Press the Resolution selection button to choose either mode.

➧ The number of remaining frames varies according to the

resolution mode. In the Standard Quality mode, four

times as many pictures can be taken as in the High

Quality mode.

USING THE FLASH MODES

This camera has four flash modes. Select the flash mode

according to your shooting conditions and needs.

(No icon) AUTO-FLASH mode

Automatically fires in low-light and backlight

conditions. (p. 31)

➟

How to select the flash mode:

As you press the Flash mode button, the mode switches as

shown on the right. The selected flash mode is displayed on

the control panel.

RED-EYE REDUCING FLASH mode

Significantly reduces the phenomenon of

“red-eye” (when a subject’s eyes appear red in

flash photos). (p. 31)

OFF mode

The flash does not fire. (p. 32)

FILL-IN FLASH mode

Fires regardless of available light. (p. 32)

Flash Working Range

D-300L

D-200L

0.2 m ~ 2.4 m (0.65 ~ 7.9 ft.)

0.2 m ~ 3.5 m (0.65 ~ 11.5 ft.)

Note:

When the green lamp is blinking, it means the flash is being recharged. The shutter won’t release while the flash is recharging, so remove

your finger from the shutter release button and wait for several seconds.

The Red-Eye Reducing Flash mode is not canceled when the power is turned off. If any other mode is set, the camera returns to the Auto-

Flash mode.

AUTO-FLASH

RED-EYE REDUCING FLASH

In the Auto-Flash mode, the

Significantly reduces the phenomenon of “red-eye”

flash will fire automatically in

low-light and backlight

conditions.

(when a subject’s eyes appear red in flash photography).

In the Red-Eye Reducing Flash mode, the camera will emit a series of

low-power pre-flashes before the regular flash. This makes the subject’s

pupils contract, significantly reducing red-eye. Except for the pre-

flashes, this mode is the same as the Auto-Flash mode.

Notes:

◆ Be sure to hold the camera still until the shutter releases.

This takes about one second.

◆ Red-eye reduction may not be effective when the subject:

• Is not looking at the flash from the front.

• Is not watching the pre-flashes.

Backlighting

correction mark

• Is too far from the camera.

• Does not respond to the pre-flashes due to particular

individual characteristics.

• Some medications, alcohol or drugs may interfere with the

red-eye reduction process.

When you take a picture on the backlight, set the subject on the

backlighting correction marks to fire a flash.

OFF (FLASH OVERRIDE)

FILL-INFLASH(FORCEDACTIVATION)

When you don’t want the flash to fire even in the

dark or when you want to shoot such subjects as

fireworks.

In the Off mode, the flash does not fire even in low-light

conditions. Use this mode in situations where flash

photography is not desired or is prohibited or in twilight or

night scenes.

When you want the flash to fire all the time.

In the Fill-In Flash mode, the flash fires regardless of available

light. For example, this mode can be used to brighten up a

subject’s shaded face or under artificial lighting such as back-

light, fluorescent light.

Note:

◆ Since a slow shutter speed (down to 1/8 seconds) is

automatically selected in low-light situations when in

the Off mode, the use of a tripod is recommended to

prevent blurred pictures caused by camera shake.

◆ Use this mode within the flash working range (Page 30). It

may not work well under excessively bright light.

MACRO MODE

WORKING RANGE

Close-up Correction

Picture frame

Close-up correction

marks

Image area of picture at

0.2 m (0.65 ft.)

The viewfinder’s picture frame shows the area that can be shot for

subjects at . However, the picture area will move lower in the

∞

Use the Macro mode to take pictures of small subjects at

a very close distance.

A picture of an A5-size subject can be taken fully within the

frame. (Size – 4.1 x 5.8 inches)

Each time you press the Macro mode button, the mode

switches between Standard mode and Macro mode.

viewfinder as you get closer to the subject. At 0.2 m (0.65 ft.), the

shaded area is the actual available image area. In this case, the

subject should be positioned below the close-up correction marks.

Take pictures at the distance between0.2m~ (0.65 ft.~ ).

∞

● Subjects closer than 0.2 m (0.65 ft.) will be out of focus and

incorrectly exposed.

● When you take pictures using the LCD monitor as a viewfinder,

the image you see is the same as what will be recorded. This

makes it easier to take close-up pictures.

Working range

Macro mode

Standard mode

Mode

D-300L

D-200L

0.2 m

(0.65 ft.)

Macro mode

0.2 m ~ 0.5 m

(0.65 ~ 1.64 ft.)

0.2 m ~ 0.75 m

(0.65 ~ 2.46 ft.)

D-300L (0.5 m / 1.64 ft.)

D-200L (0.75 m / 2.46 ft.)

Standard mode

0.5 m ~

(1.64 ft. ~

0.75 m ~

(2.46 ft. ~

∞

)

∞

SELF-TIMER

SETTING THE BEEP SOUND

1 Press the Self-Timer button. The Self-Timer indicator is

displayed on the control panel.

Ⅲ Use a tripod to hold the camera securely.

2 Aim at your subject, and press the shutter release button.

How to set the beep sound

Press and hold the Flash mode button and open the lens

cover at the same time.

Ⅲ The shutter will be released about 12 seconds after the

shutter release button is pressed.

• If you hear a single beep, the beep sound is set to ON.

• If the camera makes no sound, the beep sound is set to

OFF.

➧ The focus (D-300L only) and exposure lock when the

shutter release button is depressed halfway.

➧ The Self-Timer is disengaged when the shutter is

released.

➧ The beep sound setting is not affected when the

batteries are unloaded.

➧ To cancel the Self-Timer after it has been activated,

press the Self-Timer button again or close the lens cover.

DISPLAYING PICTURES ON THE LCD

MONITOR

TURNING ON THE LCD MONITOR

After taking a picture, you can immediately view it on the LCD monitor.

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Close the lens cover and press the LCD monitor ON/OFF

(green) button to turn on the LCD monitor.

● Resolution, Battery Remaining and Date indicators will

disappear after about three seconds. If the batteries are low,

the low-battery indicator appears and blinks.

● The last picture taken is displayed on the LCD monitor. The

frame number, and battery remaining indicators are also

displayed. If you set the Date, Resolution or Protection

mode while viewing pictures, these are also shown. If you

have not taken any pictures, a blank blue screen is

displayed.

● High Quality mode pictures take approximately six seconds

to come up on the LCD monitor.

DISPLAYING PICTURES

PROTECTION

You can display the pictures you have

taken on the LCD monitor.

You can prevent accidental erasure of

frames you want to keep.

This function works when the lens cover is closed.

1 Display the frames and select the frame you want to keep.

2 Press the protect button to protect the selected frame.

This function works when the lens cover is closed.

1 Press the Previous (–) button to see the previous frame.

Each time you press the Previous (–) button, the preceding

frame will appear.

Ⅲ The Protect indicator appears in the upper right corner of

the LCD monitor.

3 To cancel protection, press the protect button again.

2 Press the Next (+) button to see the next frame.

Ⅲ The protected frame cannot be deleted until you press

the Protect button again.

Ⅲ Protection and its cancellation are also possible in the

Multi-Display mode (see page 39).

Ⅲ Each time you press the Next (+) button, the succeeding

frame will appear.

Ⅲ Wait until the picture is fully displayed before pressing

any buttons.

Ⅲ If similar pictures have been taken consecutively, the

LCD may not appear to change.

ERASING PICTURES

You can delete pictures you don't want.

If the frame you want to delete is protected, you cannot start the erasing operation. Cancel the protection first before starting the

erasing operation.

YES OK 3

3 Press the Erase OK (Shutter Release) button to erase the

One-Frame Erase

selected frame.

This function works when the lens cover is closed.

Ⅲ The camera makes a short single beep and the selected frame

is erased. The previous frame will now be displayed.

1 Display the frame you want to delete.

2 Press the Erase mode button until the One-Frame Erase

indicator in the upper right corner of the LCD monitor

lights.

Caution:

◆ Do not unload batteries while erasing frames as this may

Ⅲ To cancel, press the Erase mode button again.

Ⅲ Do not press the Erase mode button while an image is

being loaded onto the LCD.

result in all frames being erased.

YES OK 3

All-Frame Erase

This function works when the lens cover is

closed.

4 After several seconds all frames are erased. The blue background display will

appear on the LCD monitor.

1 Display a picture.

Ⅲ If there are any protected pictures, they will not be erased and the last-taken

protected picture will be displayed when the erasing operation is completed.

Ⅲ All-Frame Erase is also available in the Multi-Display mode. (See page 39.)

2 Press the Erase mode button and

Flash button simultaneously, the All-

Frame Erase indicator lights in the

upper right corner of the LCD monitor.

Ⅲ To cancel, press the Erase button

again.

Cautions:

3 Press the Erase OK (Shutter Release)

button to erase all frames.

◆ Be careful not to erase any pictures you don’t want to delete.

◆ Do not unload batteries while erasing frames as this may result in all

frames being erased.

Ⅲ The camera makes a short single

beep and the All-Frame Erase

indicator starts descending.

SLIDE-SHOW MODE

MULTI-DISPLAY MODE

You can run through all the pictures

automatically.

Nine frames are shown on the LCD monitor

This function works when the lens cover is closed.

1 Display a picture.

1 Display the picture.

2 Press the Multi-Display button. Nine frames are displayed

2 Press the Slide-Show button to start running through the

with the currently selected frame displayed in the center.

frames automatically.

3 When you press the Previous (–) button, the selected

Ⅲ The frame number and protect mark are displayed

together with the frame on the LCD monitor.

3 Press the Slide-Show button again to stop at the currently

displayed frame.

frame advances.

Ⅲ Press the Next (+) button to go backward.

4 After the frame in the upper-left corner of the display is

selected, the next six frames are displayed. (If you are

using the Next (+) button, the new frames are added when

the picture in the lower-right corner is selected.)

Ⅲ The Slide-Show mode doesn’t stop until you cancel the

operation. Press the Slide-Show button to cancel this

mode.

Ⅲ The Slide-Show is also available in the Multi-Display

mode.

5 Press the Multi-Display button to cancel the Multi-Display

mode. The currently selected frame is displayed.

ADJUSTING THE DATE AND TIME

◆ The date and time cannot be set directly on the

camera.

◆ Whenever you replace the lithium battery, be sure

to set the date and time again as soon as possible.

◆ We recommend that you check the date and time

before taking important photographs.

1 Connect the camera to a personal computer.

(See Page 44.)

2 Start up the bundled software.

3 Once the program has loaded, select “Camera Settings”

from the menu bar. The camera setting window appears.

4 Set the date and time as indicated in the camera settings

window.

TRANSFERRING IMAGES TO A

PERSONAL COMPUTER

PERSONAL COMPUTER ENVIRONMENT

Personal computers used with this camera

must conform to the following minimum

standards.

Personal computers used with Adobe

PhotoDeluxe™ must conform to the

following minimum standards.

● IBM PC/AT compatible

●IBM PC/AT compatible/Apple Macintosh and compatible

Operating System

: Windows 95 or 3.1

CD-ROM Drive

: More than 40 MB

: Windows 3.1—8 MB

Windows 95—16MB

: Standard RS-232C interface

D-SUB 9-pin connector

: Minimum 256 colors

Minimum 640 x 480

Operating System

: Windows 95 or 3.1

CD-ROM Drive

: MacOS™ 7.0 or higher

double speed CD-ROM Drive

Hard Disk Capacity

RAM

Hard Disk Free Space Capacity : More than 45 MB

RAM (Minimum)

Connectors

Monitor

: Windows 3.1—8 MB

Windows 95—16 MB

: 68030/40—8 MB

Power PC—16 MB

● Apple Macintosh and compatible

RAM (Recommended)

: Adobe strongly recommends

more than 16 MB of RAM. 24 to

32 MB of RAM is preferred. See

the Adobe Manual for all

requirements.

: Standard RS-232C interface

D-SUB 9-pin connector

: Minimum 256 colors

CPU

: 68030 or later

: MacOS™ 7.0 or higher

CD-ROM Drive

Operating System

Hard Disk Capacity

RAM

: More than 40 MB

: 68030/40—8 MB

Connectors

Monitor

Power PC 601/604—16 MB

: Standard RS-232C interface

D-SUB 9-pin connector

: Minimum 256 colors

Minimum 640 x 480

Connectors

Monitor

Minimum 640 x 480

INSTALLING PROVIDED SOFTWARE

1. Introduction

2. Installation

The Olympus digital camera’s software is distributed on a

single CD-ROM. This CD contains all the required software

for the user to download images from the camera and

manipulate them on your desktop computer. In addition, the

software provides the user with the ability to control certain

camera features and snap pictures while in a “tethered

mode.”

In order to download images from the camera or control the

camera via the computer, you will need a software

application that has either :

an Adobe PhotoShop 3.0.5 standard plug-in interface

(Macintosh™), or a TWAIN v1.6 compliant interface

(Windows™ / Windows 95™).

If you do not own such software, Olympus has supplied a

version of Adobe PhotoDeluxe. To install Adobe

PhotoDeluxe, please refer to the supplied Adobe

PhotoDeluxe documentation. Documentation is found on

the CD-ROM.

Modules are developed for the two most popular personal

computer operating systems:

MS Windows

Camera Acquisition and communications Module

Adobe PhotoDeluxe for Windows / Windows 95 CD

As mentioned, the digital camera’s acquisition and

communications software modules are structured as

standard plug-ins for popular image manipulation software

applications.

Macintosh compatible

Camera Acquisition and communications Module

Adobe PhotoDeluxe for Macintosh (CD)

For Microsoft Windows™ systems, the Olympus digital

camera’s software employs the TWAIN standard to

communicate with the camera.

Installation of the software can follow one of several scenarios :

● User do not have any image manipulation software resident

on your computer.

For Macintosh™ systems, the Olympus digital camera’s

software employs an Adobe PhotoShop compatible plug-in

module.

● User already has Adobe PhotoShop or compatible software

package installed on their computer.

Installing the plug-in software

The supplied CD-ROM contains the required installation

programs for both MS Windows and Macintosh systems.

The installation is straightforward and will require you to

answer a few questions. Installing the software is a great time

to fill out the registration card and jot down and save serial

numbers and support line phone numbers.

3. Software Notes

Several features of the camera are only accessible via the

host computer software modules, e.g., setting the camera’s

time and date, downloading images, printing images.

Please refer to the Camera Software User’s Manual in

order to learn more about these features.

CONNECTING TO A PERSONAL COMPUTER

Use the appropriate connector according to the platform of your computer.

● IBM PC/AT compatible

Connect the provided computer cable

to the COM 1 or COM 2 serial port on

your computer.

● Apple Macintosh or compatible

Attach the provided conversion

connector for Macintosh to printer or

modem serial port on your computer,

and then connect the provided

computer cable.

Make sure that the camera and the computer are turned off

The enclosed Macintosh conversion

connector allows you to connect your

camera to a Macintosh computer. It

cannot be used to connect a Macintosh

to a printer.

before connecting.

1 Connect the computer cable to the computer’s serial cable

as explained on the left.

2 Open the connector cover.

3 Align the arrow mark on the computer cable plug with the

circle dot mark on the camera’s connector. Insert the plug

and push until it is in fully.

4 Open the lens barrier to turn on the power.

USING THE HOUSEHOLD POWER SUPPLY (Optional)

An optional AC adaptor allows you to power your digital

camera from the household power supply.

AC adaptor

Note:

◆ When in use for long periods, the AC adaptor will be warm

to the touch. This is normal.

House-hold

power supply

DC terminal

Warnings: ^{Use the AC adaptor correctly and pay attention to the precautions below. Incorrect use of the AC adaptor may cause a}

fire or electric shock.

◆ Use an AC120V power source.

◆ Hold the AC adaptor unit when removing it from an outlet.

◆ Never pull forcibly, bend, or twist the AC adaptor.

◆ If there are any scratches or other damage on the AC adaptor

or if there is a contact failure on the plug, consult your

nearest Olympus service center as soon as possible.

◆ When disconnecting the AC adaptor, make sure the camera

is turned off.

◆ Make sure the AC adaptor is properly plugged into the outlet.

◆ Do not connect or disconnect the AC adaptor with wet

hands.

◆ If the AC adaptor’s cord is hot, smells like smoke, or is

emitting smoke, unplug it immediately . Contact your nearest

Olympus dealer or Olympus service center.

◆ Do not use the optional exclusive AC adaptor with other

products. Olympus can not take responsibility for the

damage caused by the use of any AC adaptor other than the

one exclusively designed for this camera.

◆ If batteries are loaded in the camera, make sure the camera is

turned off before connecting or disconnecting the AC

adaptor.

◆ When you are not using the AC adaptor, be sure to unplug it.

SYSTEM CHART

OTHERS

QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS

Q^{How long will the batteries last?}

Q^{How should I store the camera?}

A^{Four new AA alkaline batteries may last for as many as 100}

frames when the flash is used on half of all the shots

A^{Cameras are susceptible to damage caused by dust,}

moisture, and salt. Wipe and dry the camera thoroughly

(determined under Olympus test conditions). But this is just a

yardstick — in actual use, battery life is affected by many

variables such as the amount of LCD monitor use, the frequency

of flash use, as well as by the kind of battery used and the

environmental conditions under which the camera is used. Using

the LCD monitor frequently will use up your batteries very

quickly. Keep the LCD monitor turned off to save power.

The battery consumption figures regarding the number of

pictures the camera can take are based on our tests and our

designated batteries. These figures are for reference only. The

actual number of pictures the camera can take on a set of

batteries may vary.

before storing it. After using it at the beach, wipe it with a cloth

that has been moistened with fresh water and then wrung out.

Do not store in an area where mothballs are used. Unload the

batteries if you do not plan to use the camera for a long

period.

Q^{Why do the subjects’ eyes sometimes appear red in}

pictures?

A^{This “red-eye phenomenon” occurs with all cameras when}

a flash is used. It is caused by light from the flash reflecting

off the retina at the back of the eye. Red-eye varies depending

on the individual and the shooting conditions such as ambient

lighting. Use of the Red-Eye Reducing Pre-Flash mode

significantly reduces this phenomenon.

For best results, use lithium AA batteries.

Q^{How can I correct the clock in the camera that will be used}

to record date on the image data?

Q^{Can I use a filter or hood?}

A^{Date adjustment isn’t made when the camera is shipped.}

After loading the lithium battery, connect the camera to a

A^{No, you can’t.}

personal computer and use the provided application software

to correct the date. The date also needs to be reset whenever

the AA batteries and lithium battery are replaced at the same

time.

Q^{How should I clean the LCD monitor?}

A^{Wipe the LCD monitor gently with lens cleaning tissue.}

TROUBLESHOOTING

Operating Problems

Symptom

Cause

Remedy

See

The camera

does not work.

1 The power is OFF.

1 Open the lens cover to turn on the power.

2 Reload the batteries correctly.

3 Replace the batteries with new ones.

4 Keep the batteries warm while using them.

P.20

P.19

2 The batteries are loaded incorrectly.

3 The batteries are exhausted.

4 The batteries are temporarily

unable to function.

No picture is

taken when

the shutter

release button

is pressed.

1 The flash has not finished charging

or the previous picture is being

written into memory.

1 Remove your finger from the shutter release button

P.30

P.21

and wait until the green lamp stops blinking.

2 Memory is full.

2 Check the number of remaining pictures on the

control panel and erase unnecessary frames using

the One-Frame Erase mode. Or transfer the pictures P.37

to a computer, and erase the entire memory using

the All-Frame Erase mode.

The flash doesn’t

fire.

1 The flash mode is in the Off mode.

1 Set the flash mode to something other than

P.30

the Off mode.

The pictures

1 The lens cover is left open.

1 Close the lens cover and depress the LCD monitor

ON/OFF (green button) to turn on the LCD monitor.

2 Check the number of remaining pictures.

already taken can’t

be displayed on

the LCD panel.

2 Memory is empty.

P.21

Symptom

Cause

Remedy

See

The LCD monitor

is hard to read.

1 Selection of brightness is wrong.

1 Connect the camera to a computer, and adjust

P.42

using the provided application software.

When the camera

is connected to a

computer, an error 3 The batteries are exhausted.

message appears

while data is being

transferred to the

computer.

1 The cable is not plugged in correctly. 1 Connect the cable correctly.

2 The power is OFF. 2 Open the lens cover to turn on the power.

P.44

P.20

P.19

P.44

3 Replace the batteries with new ones.

4 Use the operating system software to

make sure the serial port is selected correctly.

4 The serial port is not

selected correctly.

Problems with Images

Symptom

Cause

Remedy

See

The picture is

out of focus.

1 The camera moved when

the shutter button was pressed.

2 The viewfinder’s autofocus mark

was not positioned on the

subject. (D-300L only)

1 Hold the camera correctly, and press the

shutter release button.

P.22

2 Position the autofocus frame on the

P.27

subject, or use the focus lock. (D-300L only)

3 The lens is dirty.

3 Clean the lens.

Symptom

Cause

Remedy

See

The picture is

out of focus.

4 The mode was not selected correctly. 4 Shoot from more than the minimum working

P.33

The subject was closer than the

minimum working distance to the lens

(D-300L:0.5 m/1.64 ft;D-200L:0.75 m/

2.46 ft) with the the Normal mode

selected. Or the subject was farther

than the minimum working distance

with the Macro mode selected.

distance when in the Normal mode.

Shoot from less than the minimum working

distance when in the Macro mode.

5 The shutter release button was

pressed from right in front of the

camera in the Self-Timer mode.

5 Press the shutter release button while looking

into the viewfinder, not while standing in front of

the camera.

The picture is

too dark.

1 The flash was blocked by a finger.

1 Hold the camera correctly, keeping

your fingers away from the flash.

2 Shoot within the flash working range.

P.22

P.30

P.32

2 The subject was out of the

working range of the flash.

3 The flash mode was set to

the Off mode.

3 Check the flash mode before shooting.

4 The subject was too small

4 Set the flash to Fill-In mode.

and backlight.

;

Symptom

Cause

Remedy

See

The picture is

too bright.

1 The flash was set to the Fill-In Flash

mode.

2 The subject was very bright.

1 Set the flash mode to one other than Fill-In Flash.

P.30

2 Point the camera to avoid overly bright subjects.

The colors of

pictures taken

indoors look

unnatural.

1 The lighting fixture(s)

1 Set the flash mode to Fill-In.

P.32

affected the picture.

The picture

has obscured

edge(s).

1 The lens was partly blocked

1 Hold the camera correctly, keeping your fingers and P.22

by a finger or the strap.

the strap away from the lens.

2 The shooting distance was too close. 2 Use the close-up compensation marks in the

P.33

viewfinder.

NOTES ON DISPLAY BACKLIGHTS

Ⅲ The fluorescent lamps used in the Control Panel and LCD

monitor have a limited service life. If either LCD monitor

begins to darken or flicker, contact your nearest service

center. (There will be a fee for this service.)

Ⅲ In cold conditions, the display backlight may be slow to

come on or may change color suddenly. To avoid this, try to

keep the camera warm when using it in cold temperatures.

Backlight performance will return to normal under normal

temperature conditions.

SPECIFICATIONS

Product type

: Digital still camera (for shooting and display)

Aperture

Photometric system

: TTL Center weighted average metering system

Exposure control : Program auto exposure

Working range

: F2.8, F5.6, F11

Recording System: Digital recording

Internal Memory : Built-in flash memory

D-300L

D-200L

: 6 MB

: 2 MB

D-300L

: 0.2 m ~ 0.5 m (0.65 ~ 1.64 ft.) (Macro mode)

No. of storable frames

0.5 m ~ ∞ (1.64 ft. ~ ∞) (Normal mode)

: 0.2 m ~ 0.75 m (0.65 ~ 2.46 ft.) (Macro mode)

0.75 m ~ ∞ (2.46 ft. ~ ∞) (Normal mode)

D-300L

: 30 pictures (High Quality mode)

D-200L

120 pictures (Standard Quality mode)

: 20 pictures (High Quality mode)

80 pictures (Standard Quality mode)

D-200L

Shutter

D-300L

D-200L

: 1/8 ~ 1/500 sec. (used with mechanical shutter)

: 1/8 ~ 1/500 sec.

Erase

: One frame erase / All frames erase

Image pickup element

: 1/3 inch CCD solid-state image pickup

Exposure

D-300L

D-200L

: Equivalent to ISO 100

: Equivalent to ISO 130

D-300L

D-200L

: 810,000-pixel

: 350,000-pixel

Viewfinder

: Optical real image viewfinder (Parallax

correction mark, backlight correction mark), LCD

monitor

Recording image

D-300L

: 1024 x 768 pixels

(High Quality mode)

: 640 x 480 pixels

(High Quality mode)

LCD monitor

No. of pixels

: 1.8 inches TFT color LCD display

: Approx. 61,000 pixel

D-200L

Auto white balance

Lens

On-screen display : Date and time, frame number, protect mark,

resolution modes, one/all erase mark, battery

remaining warning

: Full auto TTL

: Olympus lens 5 mm, F2.8, 5 elements in 4 groups

(equivalent to 36-mm lens on 35-mm camera)

Battery charging time for flash

: approx. 6 sec. (at normal temperature with new

battery)

Flash working range

Operating environment

temperature : 0 ~ 40°C / 32 ~ 104°F (operation)

–20 ~ 60°C / –4 ~ 140°F (storage)

: 30 ~ 90 % (operation)

humidity

10 ~ 90 % (storage)

D-300L

D-200L

: 0.2 m ~ 2.4 m (0.65 ~ 7.9 ft.)

: 0.2 m ~ 3.5 m (0.65 ~ 11.5 ft.)

Power supply

: Four AA alkaline batteries (AA NiCd battery, AA

lithium battery, AA nickel hydoride battery can

also be used but the battery check function

won’t work correctly. AA manganese batteries

cannot be used.)

Flash modes

Control panel

: Auto-Flash (automatic flash activation in low light

and backlight), Red-Eye Reducing Flash, Off (no

flash), Fill-in Flash (forced activation)

: Indicates resolution modes, number of pictures

remaining, erase modes, flash modes, Selftimer,

Battery remaining time, Macro mode and writing.

Dimensions

: 145 (W) x 72 (H) x 47 (D) mm

(5.7 x 2.8 x 1.8 inches)

Weight

D-300L

D-200L

Autofocus (only with D-300L)

: TTL system autofocus

: 310 g (11.9 oz) (without batteries)

: 295 g (10.4 oz) (without batteries)

Detection method : Contrast detection system/Focusing range;

0.2 m ~ ∞ (0.65 ft. ~ ∞)

Selftimer

: Electronic selftimer with 12-sec. delay

SPECIFICATIONS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT ANY

NOTICE OR OBLIGATION ON THE PART OF THE

MANUFACTURER.

Outer connector : DC input terminal, Data input/output terminal

(RS232C)

Date and time

Automatic calendar system

: Up to 2023.

Power supply for automatic calendar system

: 3 V lithium battery (CR2025) x 1 (changeable)

: Record with picture data simultaneously

MEMO

OLYMPUS OPTICAL CO., LTD.

San-Ei Building, 22-2, Nishi Shinjuku 1-chome, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo, Japan. Tel. 03-3340-2026

OLYMPUS AMERICA INC.

Two Corporate Center Drive, Melville, NY 11747-3157, U.S.A. Tel. 516-844-5000

OLYMPUS OPTICAL CO. (EUROPA) GMBH.

(Premises/Goods delivery) Wendenstraße 14-16, 20097 Hamburg, Germany. Tel. 040-237730

(Letters) Postfach 10 49 08, 20034 Hamburg, Germany.

OLYMPUS OPTICAL CO. (U.K.) LTD.

2-8 Honduras Street, London EC1Y 0TX, United Kingdom, Tel 0171-253-2772

Printed in Japan 9612 DA 001-2 SU

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