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Olympus TG-620 User Manual

Olympus TG-620
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Olympus TG-620 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandOlympus
ModelTG-620
CategoryDigital Camera
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Checking the contents of the box

Names of Parts

Camera unit

Identifies external camera parts.

Camera Settings

Using the Buttons

Explains the function of each button on the camera.

Monitor

Shooting mode display

Details icons and information on the shooting mode display.

Playback mode display

Standard display

Shows the basic playback view of images.

Advanced display

Shows the detailed playback view of images.

Operation guide

Joystick and Tap Control

Explains how to operate camera functions using the joystick and body taps.

Using the Menu

Function menu

Describes how to access and use the function menu for quick settings.

Setup menu

Navigating the Setup Menu

Guides users through selecting pages, submenus, and completing settings.

Preparing the Camera

Inserting the battery and card

Step-by-step instructions for inserting the battery and memory card.

Preparing the Camera

Charging the battery with USB-AC adapter

Instructions on how to charge the camera's battery using the USB-AC adapter.

Connecting the camera

Indicator lamp and Charging status

Explains the meaning of the indicator lamp and when to charge the battery.

Installing the PC software

Registering your Olympus product

Steps to register the camera with Olympus for product support and services.

Installing the PC software

Installing OLYMPUS Viewer 2

Instructions for installing the OLYMPUS Viewer 2 software on Windows and Macintosh.

Language, date, time, and time zone

Setting the date and time

Guides users on how to set the camera's date, time, and time zone.

Shooting, Playback, and Erasing

Shooting with the optimum aperture value and shutter speed (P mode)

Explains how to use the Program Auto (P) mode for shooting.

Shooting, Playback, and Erasing

Shooting movies

Instructions on how to record videos using the camera.

Using the zoom

Zoom Bar Explanation

Describes the different zoom types and how to interpret the zoom bar.

Using the flash

Flash Options

Details the different flash modes and their descriptions.

Changing the shooting information display

Reading a histogram

Explains how to interpret the histogram for image exposure.

Viewing images

To play back movies

Instructions for playing recorded movie clips.

Erasing images during playback

Single image erase

Steps for erasing individual images during playback.

Operations while playback is paused

Index view and close-up view

Explains how to navigate images using index and close-up views.

Changing the image information display

Using the camera guide

How to access and use the camera's built-in help guide.

Using Shooting Modes

Shooting with automatic settings (iAUTO mode)

Explains the automatic shooting mode where the camera selects settings.

Shooting with Beauty Fix effects (BEAUTY mode)

Details the BEAUTY mode for applying retouching effects to portraits.

Using Shooting Modes

Using the best mode for the shooting scene (SCN mode)

Describes how to use Scene Modes (SCN) for specific shooting situations.

Using Shooting Modes

To take underwater photos

Instructions for shooting photos underwater.

Shooting with special effects (MAGIC mode)

MAGIC Filter Options

Details the various magic filters available for adding special effects to photos.

Creating panoramic images (Panorama mode)

Taking pictures with [Auto]

Instructions for creating panoramic images using the automatic mode.

Using Shooting Functions

Shooting closeups (Macro shooting)

How to use Macro mode for close-up photography.

Using the self-timer

Instructions for using the self-timer for delayed shots.

Adjusting the brightness (Exposure compensation)

Adjusting to a natural color scheme (White balance)

How to adjust white balance for natural color reproduction in photos.

Selecting the ISO sensitivity

ISO Sensitivity Options

Explains ISO settings and their impact on image quality and low-light performance.

Sequential shooting (Drive)

Drive Options

Details the different drive modes for sequential shooting.

Selecting the image size for still images (Image Size)

Image Size Options

Explains how to select image resolution for still photos.

Using the LED illuminator

LED Illuminator Operation

How to use the LED illuminator as an auxiliary light.

Using the playback functions

Playing back panorama images

How to view panorama images created by the camera.

Menus for Shooting Functions

Restoring the shooting functions to the default settings [Reset]

How to reset shooting settings to factory defaults.

Brightening the subject against backlight [Shadow Adjust]

How to use Shadow Adjust to improve exposure in backlit scenes.

Selecting the focusing area [AF Mode]

AF Mode Options

Explains Face/iESP, Spot, and AF Tracking focusing modes.

Shooting at higher magnifications than optical zoom [Digital Zoom]

Digital Zoom Options

How to enable or disable digital zoom for increased magnification.

Reducing the blur caused by the camera shake when shooting

Image Stabilizer (still images)/[IS Movie Mode] (movies)

Explains how Image Stabilizer reduces blur from camera shake in photos and videos.

Imprinting the date of recording [Date Stamp]

Date Stamp Options

How to imprint the date and time on photos.

Selecting the image size for movies [Image Size]

Movie Image Size Options

How to select image quality and frame rate for movie recording.

Menus for Playback, Editing, and Printing Functions

Playing back pictures automatically [Slideshow]

How to create and play automatic slideshows of images.

Changing the image size

Image Size Options

How to change image size for email attachments.

Retouching faces on still images [Beauty Fix]

Beauty Fix Options

How to apply Beauty Fix effects to retouch faces in still images.

Brightening areas that are dark due to backlight or other reasons [Shadow Adj]

Shadow Adjust Process

How to use Shadow Adjust to improve exposure in backlit photos.

Erasing images [Erase]

Erase Options

How to erase images, including all or selected ones.

Erasing images [Erase]

To individually select and erase images [Sel. image]

Step-by-step guide to select and erase specific images.

To erase all images [All Erase]

Instructions for erasing all images from the memory.

Protecting images

Image Protection Options

How to protect images from accidental deletion.

Menus for Other Camera Settings

Erasing data completely [Memory Format]/[Format]

How to format the memory card or internal memory to erase all data.

Selecting a method for connecting the camera to other devices [USB Connection]

USB Connection Modes

Explains connection modes like Auto, Storage, MTP, and Print.

Saving the mode when the camera is turned off [Keep Settings]

Keep Settings Options

How to save the shooting mode between power cycles.

Selecting the camera sound and its volume [Sound Settings]

Sound Settings Options

How to adjust camera sounds and volume levels.

Resetting the file names of pictures [File Name]

File Name Reset Options

Explains how to reset file and folder naming conventions.

Adjusting the image processing function [Pixel Mapping]

Pixel Mapping Process

How to perform pixel mapping for image processing adjustments.

Playing back images on a TV [TV Out]

TV Out Options

Settings for outputting images to a television via AV or HDMI.

To play back camera images on a TV

Connection via AV cable

How to connect the camera to a TV using an AV cable.

Saving battery power between shots [Power Save]

Power Save Options

How to configure power saving settings to extend battery life.

Restoring data in the camera [Reset Database]

Reset Database Procedure

How to reset the camera's database, useful if Photo Surfing fails.

Operating the camera by tapping the body [Tap Control]

Tap Control Modes

Explains how to enable and configure Tap Control for camera operation.

Operating the camera by tapping the body [Tap Control]

To adjust the tap control

How to calibrate and adjust tap sensitivity and intervals.

Printing

Direct printing (PictBridge)

How to print images directly from the camera to a PictBridge-compatible printer.

Printing

Changing the printer's settings for printing [Custom Print]

How to customize print settings like size, borderless, and layout.

To make the detailed printer settings

Detailed Print Settings

Options for setting print quantity, date, file name, and cropping.

Print Reservations (DPOF)

Single-frame print reservations

How to make print reservations for individual images using DPOF.

Usage Tips

Troubleshooting

Common issues and their solutions, covering battery, card, shutter, monitor, and more.

Error message

Corrective Actions for Errors

Explains common error messages and how to fix them.

Shooting tips

Focusing on the subject

Techniques for achieving proper focus on subjects.

Camera shake

Taking pictures without camera shake

Methods to prevent blur from camera shake, including Image Stabilizer and Sport mode.

Exposure (brightness)

Taking pictures with the right brightness

Tips for achieving correct exposure, including backlight and fill-in flash.

Image quality

Taking sharper pictures

Tips for improving image sharpness using optical zoom and low ISO.

Appendix

Camera care

Instructions for cleaning and maintaining the camera's exterior, monitor, and lens.

Battery and USB-AC adapter

Information on battery usage, power consumption, and USB-AC adapter compatibility.

Appendix

Using the card

Information on compatible memory cards and write-protect switches.

Checking the image saving location

Current memory indicator

How to check if internal memory or a card is being used.

Number of storable pictures (still images)/Continuous recording length (movies) in the internal memory and cards

Still pictures storage capacity

Table showing how many still pictures fit on different memory sizes.

Movies

Continuous recording length

Table showing movie recording times based on resolution and memory.

Important information about water and shock resistant features

Water resistance specifications

Details on the camera's waterproof capabilities and depth limits.

Shock resistance features

Information on the camera's anti-shock performance and warranty limitations.

After Use

Cleaning after underwater use

Instructions for cleaning the camera after use in seawater or freshwater.

Safety Precautions

General Precautions

Essential safety guidelines for using the camera.

Handling the Camera Safely

Warnings about using the camera near flammable gases and handling children.

Safety Precautions

Battery Handling Precautions

Critical safety instructions for handling camera batteries to prevent hazards.

Caution for Usage Environment

Environmental Precautions

Guidelines on avoiding extreme temperatures, humidity, dust, and vibrations.

Battery

Battery Usage Guidelines

Information on battery type, charging, and performance in different temperatures.

Legal and Other Notices

Disclaimer of Warranty

Legal statements regarding Olympus's warranties and liabilities.

FCC Notice

Information on radio and television interference compliance.

Use Only Dedicated Rechargeable Battery, Battery Charger and USB-AC adapter

For customers in North and South America

For customers in USA

Regulatory compliance information for US users.

For customers in CANADA

Regulatory compliance information for Canadian users.

OLYMPUS WORLDWIDE LIMITED WARRANTY - IMAGING PRODUCTS

Warranty Terms and Conditions

Details the terms, conditions, and limitations of the worldwide product warranty.

WHAT IS NOT COVERED BY THIS LIMITED WARRANTY

Exclusions from Limited Warranty

Lists items and conditions not covered by the Olympus warranty.

WHAT TO DO WHEN SERVICE IS NEEDED

Packaging and Shipping Instructions

Guides on how to prepare and send the product for service.

WHERE TO SEND PRODUCT FOR SERVICE

International Warranty Service

Information on obtaining warranty service internationally.

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