Olympus SP-700 User Manual

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Quick Start Guide

SP-700

TRANSFER IMAGES

a. Install the software

1 Insert the OLYMPUS Master CD-ROM.

2 Windows:

Click the “OLYMPUS

Master“ button.

Macintosh:

Double-click the “Installer“

icon.

3 Simply follow the on-screen

instructions.

b. Connect the camera to the computer

1 Connect the camera to the computer using the USB cable provided with

the camera.

The camera monitor will turn on automatically.

2 Select [PC] on the monitor, and press Z.

Your PC will now recognize your camera as a

removable storage drive.

USB cable

1

2

Connector cover

Pull the connector cover

forward and then turn it.

Multi-Connector

P C

USB

OK

CUSTOM PRINT

EXIT

EASY PRINT

SELECT

GO

c. Transfer images to the computer

[Transfer Images] window

[Transfer Images]

button

b. Click the “From Camera” icon.

a. Click the “Transfer Images” icon

on the OLYMPUS Master main

menu.

If the [Transfer Images] window is not

displayed automatically:

1 With the camera now connected,

open OLYMPUS Master.

The [Transfer Images] window is

displayed.

2 Select the images you want to

transfer, and click the [Transfer

Images] button.

REVIEW OR ERASE A PICTURE

a. Set the mode

switch to q

b. Take a closer look

The last picture taken will be displayed.

Zoom Lever

Prev. Picture Next

Picture

Mode Switch

Arrow Pad

Press O/N or X/Y

to scroll around.

Turn the zoom lever

towards T to enlarge

the picture 10x

(closeup playback) and

turn it towards W to

reduce the picture.

Press Z to return to

the original size.

Set the mode switch to K or A

to return to the shooting mode.

OK

ERASE

YES

NO

SELECT

GO

c. To erase a picture

1 Display the picture you want to erase.

2 Press the S button.

3 Select [YES], and press Z.

The picture is permanently erased.

S Button

TAKE A PICTURE

a. Zoom

Zoom Out: Zoom In:

44

6M

6M

44

6M

6M

c. Take the picture

1 Press the shutter button

completely to take the

picture.

(Pressed Completely)

Shutter Button

b. Focus

1 Using the monitor, place the AF target

mark over your subject.

2 Press and hold the shutter button halfway

to lock the focus.

The green lamp indicates the focus is locked.

44

6M

6M

Green Lamp

(Pressed Halfway)

Shutter Button

AF Target Mark

GET STARTED

a. Attach the strap

1

Strap

Pull the strap tight so that it does

not come loose.

b. Insert the battery

3

Battery lock

knobInsert

2

1

Lift

Slide

d. Set the date and time

1 Set the mode switch to K and

press the o button to turn it

on.

2 Press Z to display the top menu,

and select [MODE MENU] >

[SETUP] > [X].

3 Press O/N to set an item. Press

X/Y to select the next field.

Mode Switch

Z Button

o Button

2005

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01

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01

00

:

00

Y M D

SELECT

OK

GOSET

CAM

u

VIDEO OUT

MEM

SETUP

DUAL TIME

SETUP

’05.01.01

00:00

OFF

NTSC

ON

Operation

guide

Date format

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Gather these items (box contents)

Items not shown: Advanced Manual (CD-ROM), Basic Manual, warranty card. Contents may vary depending on purchase location.

Digital Camera Strap LI-40B Lithium Ion

Battery

Power Cable USB Cable AV CableAC Adapter

(S-D-1AC)

OLYMPUS Master

Software CD-ROM

Start Here

CAMERA DIAGRAM

Self-Timer Lamp

Shutter Button

o Button

Flash

Lens

Zoom Lever

Arrow Pad (O/N/X/Y)

Z Button (OK/MENU)

Strap Eyelet

Battery Compartment/

Card Cover

Tripod Socket

Connector Cover

Multi-Connector

DC-IN Jack

DISP./GUIDE Button

S Button (Erase)

Monitor

Mode Switch

Microphone

z/< Button

(Custom/Print)

QUICK VIEW Button

Speaker

Power/Card Access Lamp

For more information, please refer to the Basic & Advanced

Manuals or visit: www.olympusamerica.com/support

Printed in Japan © 2005

c. Charge the battery (recommended*)

*Battery comes partially charged.

Power Cable

AC Wall

Outlet

AC Adapter

1

2

3

DC-IN Jack

Connector cover

Pull the connector cover

forward and then turn it.

Power/Card Access Lamp

Blinking red slowly: Charging

Off: Charging complete

(Charging time: Approx. 120 minutes)

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Questions and Answers:

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nicole40Aug 20, 2025
Why won't my Olympus Digital Camera turn on or respond to function buttons?
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  Jennifer AdamsAug 20, 2025
  There could be several reasons why your Olympus Digital Camera won't turn on or respond. Here's what to check: 1. Ensure the power is on by pressing the o button. 2. Verify the battery isn't exhausted; charge or change it. 3. If the battery is cold, warm it in your pocket. 4. If it's in sleep mode, press the shutter button or turn the zoom lever. 5. The camera will not operate while it is connected to a computer.
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daniel55Aug 22, 2025
How to fix blurry pictures on my Olympus SP-700 Digital Camera?
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  melissaalvarezAug 22, 2025
  If your pictures are out of focus on your Olympus Digital Camera: 1. The subject may be too close: Move further away from the subject, or use the super macro mode for objects closer than 10 cm with the zoom in the maximum wide position. 2. Auto focus may not be possible: Use the focus lock to focus on the subject. 3. There may be condensation inside the camera: Turn the camera off and wait for it to adjust to the surrounding temperature and dry out.
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Brandi DeanAug 25, 2025
What should I do if the monitor on my Olympus SP-700 Digital Camera is hard to see?
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  nicole74Aug 25, 2025
  If the monitor on your Olympus Digital Camera is hard to see: 1. There might be condensation inside the camera: Turn the camera off and wait for it to adjust to the surrounding temperature and dry out before turning it on again. 2. The brightness of the monitor may not be adjusted properly: Use [s] to adjust the brightness. 3. The monitor could be exposed to direct sunlight: Block the sunlight with your hand. 4. Vertical lines might appear due to aiming at a bright subject: This is not a malfunction.
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Steve JacksonAug 26, 2025
What to do if my Olympus SP-700 Digital Camera says 'CARD FULL'?
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  Mark RobertsonAug 26, 2025
  If your Olympus Digital Camera displays 'CARD FULL', it means the card has no available memory to store new data. You should replace the card or erase unwanted data. Remember to download important pictures to a computer before erasing them.
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Tony YoungAug 28, 2025
How to fix 'BATTERY EMPTY' on my Olympus SP-700 Digital Camera?
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  Lauren SmithAug 28, 2025
  If your Olympus Digital Camera indicates 'BATTERY EMPTY', the battery is low. You should charge or change the battery.
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Amber MillerAug 30, 2025
What to do if my Olympus SP-700 displays 'CARD ERROR'?
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  Brian BarkerAug 30, 2025
  If your Olympus Digital Camera shows 'CARD ERROR', it means there is a problem with the card. The suggested solution is that this card cannot be used, so insert a new card.
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Julian GonzalezSep 1, 2025
Why does my Olympus SP-700 Digital Camera not take a picture when I press the shutter button?
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  Michael WestSep 1, 2025
  If your Olympus Digital Camera isn't taking pictures when you press the shutter button, consider these possible causes: 1. The battery may be exhausted: Charge or change the battery. 2. The camera might be in playback mode: Set the mode switch to the K or A position. 3. The flash may not have finished charging: Wait until the # (flash charge) mark stops blinking. 4. The power might be off: Set the mode switch to K or n, and press o. 5. The internal memory or card could be full: Insert a new card or erase unwanted pictures. 6. The battery may have run out of power during shooting: Charge the battery and wait until the power/ card access lamp turns off. 7. The memory gauge might be full: Wait until there is space in the memory gauge.
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Susan BoydSep 3, 2025
What to do if my Olympus SP-700 displays 'MEMORY FULL'?
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  Gina LunaSep 3, 2025
  If your Olympus Digital Camera shows '> MEMORY FULL', the internal memory is full. Insert a card to back up all data or erase unwanted data. Remember to download important pictures to a computer before erasing.
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Nathan ToddSep 5, 2025
Why does the flash not fire on my Olympus Digital Camera?
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  Kathleen CarpenterSep 5, 2025
  If the flash on your Olympus Digital Camera isn't firing, check these potential reasons: 1. The flash may be set to [$]: Select a different flash mode. 2. The subject might be illuminated: Set the flash to [#] if you want it to fire. 3. Multi-shot mode could be enabled: Set to [o] or [j] instead. 4. The camera might be recording a movie: Select a shooting mode other than n. 5. Super macro mode might be set: Change the macro mode to [& OFF] or [&]. 6. Panorama mode could be activated: Cancel panorama mode.
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bryannavarroSep 7, 2025
What does 'WRITE-PROTECT' mean on my Olympus Digital Camera and how do I fix it?
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  halejasonSep 7, 2025
  If your Olympus Digital Camera displays 'WRITE-PROTECT', it means writing to the card is prohibited. The recorded image has been protected (read-only) on a computer. Download the image to a computer and cancel the read-only setting.

Olympus SP-700 Specifications

General

Effective Pixels	6.0 Megapixels
Optical Zoom	3x
ISO Range	64 - 400
Camera type	Compact
Digital zoom	5x
Supported memory cards	xD-Picture Card
Image Resolution	2816 x 2112 pixels
Image Sensor	CCD
Screen Size	3.0 inches
Video Resolution	640 x 480 pixels
Battery Type	Li-Ion
LCD Screen Size	3.0 inches

Summary

Get Started

Attach the Strap

Securely attach the camera strap to prevent it from coming loose during use.

Insert the Battery

Instructions for correctly inserting the lithium-ion battery into the camera compartment.

Charge the Battery

Steps to charge the camera's battery using the AC adapter and power cable.

Set the Date and Time

Guide to setting the date and time on the camera using menu options and buttons.

Take a Picture

Zoom

How to use the zoom lever to adjust magnification for taking pictures.

Focus

Process of focusing on a subject using the AF target mark and shutter button.

Take the Picture

Instructions on pressing the shutter button completely to capture an image.

Review or Erase a Picture

Set the Mode Switch to Playback

Procedure to switch the camera to playback mode to view recorded images.

Playback Zoom and Scroll

Using the zoom lever and arrow pad for playback zoom and scrolling through images.

Erase a Picture

Steps to select and permanently delete a picture from the camera's memory.

Transfer Images

Install the Software

Guide for installing the OLYMPUS Master software from the provided CD-ROM.

Connect Camera to Computer

Steps to connect the digital camera to a computer using the USB cable.

Transfer Images to Computer

Process of transferring images from the camera to a computer using OLYMPUS Master software.

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