Olympus Tough TG-820 iHS User Manual

DIGITAL CAMERA
Instruction Manual
TG-820
TG-620
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TG-820.

Olympus Tough TG-820 iHS Specifications

General

Type	Compact
Sensor Resolution	12 Megapixels
Sensor Type	CMOS
Sensor Size	1/2.3 inch
Image Processor	TruePic VI
Optical Zoom	5x
Digital Zoom	4x
ISO Sensitivity	100 - 6400
Shutter Speed	1/2000 - 4 sec
Video Resolution	1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Display Type	LCD
Waterproof Depth	10 m
Crushproof	100 kgf
Image Stabilization	Sensor-shift
GPS	No
Display Size	3.0 inch
Freezeproof	Yes (-10°C)
Battery Life	220 shots
Lens Focal Length	4.5 - 22.5mm (25 - 125mm equivalent)
Aperture	f/3.9-5.9
Shockproof Height	2.0m (6.6ft)

Summary

Olympus TG-820 TG-620 Instruction Manual

Checking the Contents of the Box

Names of Parts: Camera Unit

Attaching the Camera Strap

Shooting Mode Display

Playback Mode Display

Camera Settings: Using the Buttons

Operation Guide: Using the Joystick

Operating the Camera by Tapping the Body (TG-820 only)

Using the Menu: Function Menu

Setup Menu Navigation

Menu Index

Preparing the Camera: Inserting the Battery and Card

Charging the Battery with USB-AC Adapter

Removing the Memory Card

Connecting the Camera: USB Cable

When to Charge the Batteries

Installing PC Software and Registering User

Installing PC Software for Macintosh

Setting Language, Date, Time, and Time Zone

Shooting with Optimum Aperture and Shutter Speed (P mode)

Shooting Movies

Using the Zoom Function

Using the Flash

Changing Shooting Information Display

Viewing Images

Operations While Playback is Paused

Index and Close-up View

Erasing Images During Playback (Single Image Erase)

Using the Camera Guide

Using Shooting Modes: Automatic Settings (iAUTO Mode)

Shooting with Beauty Fix Effects (Beauty Mode)

Using the Best Mode for Shooting Scenes (SCN Mode)

Taking Underwater Photos

Shooting 3D Images

Shooting with Special Effects (Magic Mode)

Creating Panoramic Images

Shooting Functions: Macro Shooting

Using the Self-Timer

Adjusting Brightness (Exposure Compensation)

Adjusting Color Scheme (White Balance)

Using One-Touch White Balance

Selecting ISO Sensitivity

Sequential Shooting (Drive Modes)

Selecting Image Size for Still Images

Using the LED Illuminator

Playback Functions: Playing Back Panorama Images

Playback Functions: Playing Back 3D Images

Menus for Shooting Functions: Resetting to Default Settings

Selecting Image Quality (Compression)

Brightening Subject Against Backlight (Shadow Adjust)

Selecting Focusing Area (AF Mode)

Selecting Brightness Measurement Method (ESP/)

Shooting at Higher Magnifications (Digital Zoom)

Reducing Camera Shake (Image Stabilizer)

Automatic Image Rotation During Playback (Pic Orientation)

Displaying Icon Guides

Imprinting Date of Recording (Date Stamp)

Shooting Larger Pictures (Super-Res Zoom)

Selecting Image Size for Movies

Reducing Wind Noise in Movies

Menus for Playback, Editing, and Printing Functions

Playing Back Pictures Automatically (Slideshow)

Searching and Playing Back Related Images (Photo Surfing)

Changing Image Size

Adding Sound to Still Images

Retouching Faces (Beauty Fix)

Retouching Red Eyes (Redeye Fix)

Rotating Images

Erasing Images

Individually Selecting and Erasing Images

Erasing All Images

Protecting Images

Setting Images for Internet Upload (Upload Order)

Menus for Other Camera Settings

Erasing Data Completely (Memory Format/Format)

How to completely erase all data from the internal memory or memory card.

Copying Images to Card (Backup)

How to back up image data from the internal memory to the memory card.

Using an Eye-Fi Card

Instructions for using Eye-Fi cards for wireless image transfer and managing Eye-Fi communication.

Connecting Camera to Other Devices (USB Connection)

Turning On Camera with Button (Power On)

Saving Mode When Camera is Turned Off (KeepSettings)

Selecting Camera Sound and Volume (Sound Settings)

Resetting File Names

Adjusting Image Processing (Pixel Mapping)

Adjusting Monitor Brightness

Playing Back Images on a TV (TV Out)

Playing Back Camera Images on TV (AV Cable)

Detailed steps for connecting the camera to a TV via AV cable and selecting video signal systems.

Playing Back Camera Images on TV (HDMI Cable)

How to connect the camera via HDMI and operate it using the TV's remote control.

Saving Battery Power (Power Save)

Changing Display Language

Choosing Time Zones (World Time)

Restoring Camera Data (Reset Database)

Registering Beauty Fix Settings

Operating Camera by Tapping Body (Tap Control)

Adjusting Tap Control Settings

How to calibrate tap sensitivity and intervals for the Tap Control feature.

Using LED Illuminator as Auxiliary Light

Printing: Direct Printing (PictBridge)

Printing Images with Standard Settings (Easy Print)

Changing Printer Settings for Printing (Custom Print)

Making Detailed Printer Settings

Cropping Images for Printing

Print Reservations (DPOF)

Single-Frame Print Reservations

How to set print reservations for individual images.

Reserving One Print of All Images on Card

How to set print reservations for all images stored on the memory card.

Resetting All Print Reservation Data

How to clear all previously set print reservations.

Resetting Print Reservation Data for Selected Images

Usage Tips: Troubleshooting Battery Issues

Troubleshooting: Shutter Button Issues

Troubleshooting: Monitor Issues

Troubleshooting: Date and Time Settings

Error Messages and Corrective Actions

Shooting Tips: Focusing Techniques

Camera Shake Prevention Techniques

Exposure and Brightness Control

Color Hue Adjustment (White Balance)

Image Quality Tips

Panorama Shooting Tips

Battery Management Tips

Playback and Editing Tips

Camera Care: Exterior and Monitor

Camera Care: Storage Recommendations

Battery and USB-AC Adapter Information

Using Memory Cards

Using an Eye-Fi Card

Checking Image Saving Location

Readout/Recording Process of the Card

Number of Storable Pictures and Movie Recording Length

Important Information: Water and Shock Resistance

After Use: Underwater Camera Care

Storage and Maintenance

Safety Precautions: General Warnings

Safety Precautions: Handling the Camera

Safety Precautions: Battery Handling

Caution for Usage Environment

Battery Usage and Care

Monitor Usage and Characteristics

Legal and Other Notices

FCC Notice and Interference Information

Information regarding FCC compliance, radio frequency energy, and interference mitigation.

Use Only Genuine Olympus Accessories

Strong recommendation to use only genuine Olympus accessories to prevent fire or injury.

Olympus Worldwide Limited Warranty

What is Not Covered by This Limited Warranty

Exclusions from the limited warranty, including damage from misuse, unauthorized repair, or non-Olympus accessories.

What to Do When Service is Needed

Where to Send Product for Service

Information on how to find the nearest service center for product repair.

Provisions of Guarantee (Japan/Asia)

Notes Regarding Guarantee Maintenance

Important notes for maintaining the validity of the guarantee certificate and proof of purchase.

Provisions of Warranty (Asia)

Disclaimer of Warranty

Olympus disclaims all other warranties, expressed or implied, regarding product content and liability.

Trademarks and Licensing Information

Camera Specifications

Water Resistance Specifications

Details on the camera's waterproof and shock-resistant capabilities, limitations, and care instructions.

Dust Resistance and Operating Environment Specifications

Lithium Ion Battery (LI-50B) Specifications

Technical details for the LI-50B lithium ion battery, including capacity and operating environment.

USB-AC Adapter (F-2AC) Specifications

Technical details for the F-2AC USB-AC adapter, including power requirements and operating environment.

Olympus Korea Co., Ltd. Contact Information

Olympus (Malaysia) Sdn. Bhd. Contact Information

Olympus Imaging Corp. Contact Information

Olympus Imaging America Inc. Contact Information

Contact details and technical support information for Olympus Imaging America Inc.

Olympus Europa Holding GmbH Contact Information

Contact details for Olympus Europa Holding GmbH, including European technical support.

Olympus Imaging China Co., Ltd. Contact Information

Contact details for Olympus Imaging China Co., Ltd., including customer support.

Olympus Hong Kong and China Limited Contact Information

Contact details for Olympus Hong Kong and China Limited, including digital camera repair.