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UNPACK THE BOX CONTENTS
Please gather the items shown in the illustration. You’ll need these
to complete the procedures that follow.
Digital camera 2 × AA (R6)
alkaline batteries
Strap
CD-ROM
(OLYMPUS Master software)
USB cable AV cable
The following items are also included in the Digital Camera package: Basic
Manual, warranty card, Advanced Manual on CD-ROM and registration card.
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REVIEW THE DOCUMENTATION
Quick Start Guide (this document)
Getting started with your digital camera.
Quick Reference Guide (reverse side of this document)
Quick guide to using common features and functions.
Basic Manual (printed booklet)
Guide to mastering the basics of taking and viewing pictures.
Advanced Manual (CD-ROM)
Detailed instructions on all camera features and functions.
Software Installation Guide (separate document on OLYMPUS Master CD-
ROM)
Detailed instructions on installing the OLYMPUS Master software.
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INSERT THE BATTERIES
a. Make sure the camera is off.
b. Open the battery compartment cover on the side of the camera and insert
the batteries.
c. Close the cover.
TIPS: The alkaline batteries included are only intended for start up and initial
usage. For extended battery life, we recommend using NiMH rechargeable
batteries.
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ATTACH THE STRAP
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TURN ON THE CAMERA
Set the mode dial to h and
press the POWER switch. The
lens extends and the monitor
turns on.
Note: After use, press the POWER switch again to turn off the camera. The
lens retracts and the monitor turns off.
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POWER
switch
Mode dial
SET THE DATE AND TIME
a. With the camera on, press Z.
b. Press d to select [SETUP] on the monitor.
c. Press ac to select [X], and press d.
d.
Press
ac
to select the date format, and press
d
.
e. Press ac to set each item, and press d to
move to the next item.
f. Press Z when you have finished entering the date
and time.
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SETUP
MONITOR OFF
SETUP
BACKUP
VIDEO OUT
05.01.01
00:00
NTSC
2005
.
01 01
00 00
:
YMD
.
GO
OK
SET
SELECT
TAKING A PICTURE
a. Place the AF target mark on your subject using
the monitor.
b. Press the shutter button halfway to lock the
focus and exposure, then press the shutter button
completely to take the picture.
• Pictures are automatically stored in the internal memory ([IN] is
displayed on the monitor). Alternately, you can store your pictures on
an xD-Picture Card (sold separately). While the card is inserted, [xD] is
displayed on the monitor and all pictures are stored on the card.
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2560
2560
1920
1920
HQ
HQ
55
AF target mark
Shutter button
Monitor
REVIEWING A PICTURE
a. Press $. The last picture
taken is displayed on the
monitor.
b. Use the arrow pad to
display the picture you
want.
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$ button
Arrow pad
ERASING A PICTURE
a. Display the picture you want to erase,
and press the S button.
b.
Press
ac
to select [YES], and press
Z
.
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S button
YES
NO
SELECT
SELECT
GO
GO
OK
OK
SELECT GO
OK
ERASE
CONNECTING THE CAMERA
TO A COMPUTER
a. Make sure the camera is off.
b. Connect the camera to the computer using the USB cable (included). The
camera turns on automatically.
c. Press ac to select [PC] on the camera’s
monitor, and press Z.
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USB
P C
PRINT
EXIT
SELECT
GO
OK
VERIFY CAMERA CONNECTION
WINDOWS:
a. From the desktop (“Start”
menu for XP), open “My
Computer”.
b. Verify that the “Removable
Disk” icon representing the
camera is displayed.
MACINTOSH:
a. Verify that the “NO_NAME”
icon representing the camera is displayed.
• The above steps confirm that the camera has been installed
correctly. You can transfer your images immediately using the
standard drag and drop procedure, or enhance your experience using
OLYMPUS Master software (included).
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ABOUT THE CD-ROM DISCS
Now that you’ve mastered the basic functionality of your new
Olympus Digital Camera, you are ready to begin exploring the
possibilities that digital photography brings to your computer.
Activities such as photo editing, printing and much more are only steps
away!
CD-ROM1
OLYMPUS Master software: Download pictures from the camera,
view, organize, retouch, e-mail and print your digital photos and
movies and more! This CD also contains the complete software users
manual in Adobe Acrobat (PDF) format.
CD-ROM2
Advanced Manual: A complete camera guide in Adobe Acrobat
(PDF) format. This manual contains detailed instructions on the
camera’s features and functions which are not covered in the printed
Basic Manual or Quick Start/Quick Reference Guides.
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INSTALLING THE CAMERA
SOFTWARE
a. Insert the OLYMPUS Master
CD-ROM into your computer’s
CD-ROM drive.
b. For Windows:
Click the “OLYMPUS Master”
button in the “Setup” window.
For Macintosh:
Double-click the “Installer”
icon.
c.
Follow the on-screen instructions. For more details, click “Please Read First”.
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Please refer to the Quick Reference
Guide on the reverse side of this sheet to
familiarize yourself with the commonly
used features and functions of your new
Olympus Digital Camera.
Printed in Japan
1AG6P1P2413-- VH002601
Quick Start Guide
D-595 ZOOM/C-500 ZOOM
It is strongly recommended that you follow
these step-by-step instructions to set up and
quickly begin using your new Digital
Camera.
Start Here
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Questions and Answers

  • E
    Emily WalkerAug 16, 2025
    How to fix 'CARD ERROR' on Olympus Digital Camera?
    • A
      Andrea MillerAug 16, 2025
      If your Olympus Digital Camera displays 'CARD ERROR', it indicates a problem with the card. This card cannot be used. Insert a new card.
  • J
    Jonathan MayerAug 19, 2025
    Why does my Olympus CAMEDIA C-500 Zoom say 'BATTERY EMPTY'?
    • D
      Dawn WashingtonAug 19, 2025
      If your Olympus Digital Camera displays 'BATTERY EMPTY', it means the battery power is exhausted. Replace the batteries with new ones, or charge the batteries.
  • J
    Jesse NelsonAug 22, 2025
    What to do if my Olympus Digital Camera says 'CARD FULL'?
    • B
      benjamingordonAug 22, 2025
      If your Olympus Digital Camera displays 'CARD FULL', it means the card has no available space and cannot record new data. Replace the card, or erase unwanted pictures. It is recommended to download important pictures to a computer before erasing.
  • C
    Caitlyn WeissAug 26, 2025
    What to do if my Olympus CAMEDIA C-500 Zoom Digital Camera says '> MEMORY FULL'?
    • Y
      ystanleyAug 26, 2025
      If your Olympus Digital Camera displays '> MEMORY FULL', it means the internal memory has no available space, and cannot record new data. To fix this, insert a card, transfer pictures to a card, or erase unwanted pictures. Remember to download important pictures to a computer before erasing.
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    Cameron DeleonAug 28, 2025
    What does 'CARD SETUP POWER OFF FORMAT SELECT GO OK' mean on my Olympus Digital Camera?
    • M
      Michael PerkinsAug 28, 2025
      If your Olympus Digital Camera displays 'CARD SETUP POWER OFF FORMAT SELECT GO OK', it means that the card cannot be used with this camera or the card is not formatted. You can try to format the card or replace it. Alternatively, select [POWER OFF] and press Z, then insert a new card. You can also select [FORMAT] and press Z, but be aware that all data on the card will be erased.
  • C
    Christina Gaines MDAug 31, 2025
    Why does my Olympus CAMEDIA C-500 Zoom Digital Camera say 'NO PICTURE'?
    • D
      darlenewalkerAug 31, 2025
      If your Olympus Digital Camera displays 'NO PICTURE', it means that there are no pictures in the internal memory or the card. To resolve this, simply record pictures.
  • E
    Elizabeth NavarroSep 3, 2025
    How to remove write protection on Olympus CAMEDIA C-500 Zoom?
    • T
      Timothy BassSep 3, 2025
      If your Olympus Digital Camera displays 'WRITE- PROTECT', it means writing to the card is prohibited. This usually occurs because the recorded image has been protected (read-only) on a computer. To fix this, download the image to a computer and cancel the read-only setting.
  • J
    joshua47Sep 6, 2025
    What does 'PICTURE ERROR' mean on my Olympus CAMEDIA C-500 Zoom?
    • O
      oreillySep 7, 2025
      If your Olympus Digital Camera displays 'PICTURE ERROR', it means there is a problem with the selected picture, and it cannot be played back on this camera. Try using image processing software to view the picture on a computer. If that cannot be done, the image file is damaged.
  • D
    Danielle CervantesSep 9, 2025
    What to do if my Olympus CAMEDIA C-500 Zoom Digital Camera says 'CARD-COVER OPEN'?
    • D
      Danny CoxSep 9, 2025
      If your Olympus Digital Camera displays 'CARD-COVER OPEN', it means that the card cover is open. Close the card cover.
  • G
    Gerald SellersSep 12, 2025
    Why does my Olympus Digital Camera display 'Y/M/D'?
    • K
      Katherine EwingSep 12, 2025
      If your Olympus Digital Camera displays 'Y/M/D', it means that when the camera is used for the first time or the batteries have been removed for a long time, the date and time return to the factory default setting. Set the date and time.

Summary

Quick Start Guide: Initial Setup Steps

Insert the Batteries

Turn On the Camera

Set the Date and Time

Taking a Picture

Frame your subject using the AF target mark and press the shutter button.

Reviewing a Picture

Access and browse through previously taken pictures on the monitor.

Erasing a Picture

Select a picture and confirm deletion using the erase button.

Connecting the Camera to a Computer

Link the camera to your computer using the USB cable.

Verify Camera Connection

Confirm the camera is recognized by the computer as a removable disk.

Installing the Camera Software

Shooting Modes

Operating Modes

Using the Zoom

Zoom Operation

How to Use the Autofocus

Autofocus Procedure

Steps to focus on a subject by half-pressing the shutter button.

Flash Modes

Flash Mode Selection

Image Quality Modes

Image Quality Settings

Recording a Movie

Movie Recording Procedure

Viewing Pictures;Movies on a TV

TV Connection for Playback

How to Erase All Pictures

Bulk Erase Function

Instructions to delete all stored pictures from the camera's memory.

Olympus CAMEDIA C-500 Zoom Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeCompact digital camera
Effective Megapixels5.0 MP
Optical Zoom3x
Digital Zoom4x
Maximum Aperturef/2.8 - f/4.9
Storage MediaxD-Picture Card
Flash ModesAuto, Red-Eye Reduction, Fill-in, Off
ISO Sensitivity400
Display1.8-inch LCD
File FormatsJPEG
Exposure ModesProgram AE
Power Source4 x AA batteries

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