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Olympus u 700 User Manual

Olympus u 700
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DIGITAL CAMERA
Detailed explanations of all the functions
including camera buttons and menus are
provided. Use them according to your
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Table of Contents

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Olympus u 700 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandOlympus
Modelu 700
CategoryDigital Camera
LanguageEnglish

Summary

1 Button Operations

POWER Button

Controls turning the camera on and off and lens extension.

Shutter Button

Used for shooting still pictures by pressing halfway for focus lock and fully to capture.

Mode Dial

Switches between shooting and playback modes.

5 Getting to Know Your Camera Better

Shooting Tips

Covers focusing techniques and advice for various shooting scenarios.

1 Button Operations (Continued)

POWER Button Operation

Explains the function of the POWER button for turning the camera on/off.

Mode Dial Functions

Explains how to switch between different shooting and playback modes.

Playback Mode: Switching Picture Display

Covers different ways to view pictures in playback mode.

Flash Shooting Modes

Explains different flash modes like Auto, Red-eye reduction, Fill-in, and Flash off.

Erasing Pictures

Details the process for selecting and erasing pictures.

Changing Information Displays/Menu Guide

Controls the display of information on screen and how to access the menu guide.

Shutter Button Operation

Details how to use the shutter button for shooting pictures.

Macro and Super Macro Modes

Enables shooting close-up subjects with specific macro modes.

Printing Pictures

Explains how to initiate printing from playback mode.

Self-Timer Shooting

Allows setting the self-timer for delayed picture taking.

Recording Movies

Details how to record movies, including starting and stopping.

Changing Picture Brightness

Adjusts the exposure level to brighten or darken the picture.

2 Menu Operations (Continued)

About the Menus

Explains how menus differ by mode and how to navigate them.

Using the Menus

Details how to navigate and select items within the camera's menu system.

Setup Menu Options

Covers Memory Format, Backup, PW On Setup, Screen Setup, Color, Beep, Shutter Sound, Volume, Rec View, File Name, Pixel Mapping, Dual Time, Alarm Clock, Video Out, Frame Assist.

Shooting Mode Menu: Image Quality Settings

Details still and movie image quality settings and their applications.

Camera Menu: White Balance (WB)

Adjusts the color of a picture based on the light source.

Camera Menu: AF Mode

Changes the focusing area for the camera.

Playback Mode Menu: Movie Play

Details how to play back recorded movies and control playback.

Album Entry Function

Organizes pictures into albums.

Alarm Clock Settings

Configures alarm settings, including time, snooze, and sound.

Video Out Settings

Enables playing back pictures on a TV.

Camera Menu: ISO Sensitivity

Changes the ISO sensitivity for low-light conditions.

Camera Menu: ESP/ Metering

Measures brightness at the center and surrounding area for balanced exposure.

Playback Mode Menu: Edit Options

Covers options for editing pictures like Red-Eye Fix, B&W, Sepia.

Set Date and Time

Sets the camera's date and time, which is used in file names.

Playing Back Pictures on a TV

Instructions for connecting the camera to a TV for playback.

Camera Menu Options

Covers WB, ISO, Drive, ESP, Digital Zoom, AF Mode, and sound recording.

Playback Mode Menu Options

Includes Slideshow, Movie Play, Calendar, and Index functions.

Edit Picture Options

Features for Red-Eye Fix, Black & White, Sepia, Frame, Title, Brightness, Saturation, Index.

3 Printing Pictures

4 Connecting the Camera to a Computer

Connection Flow

Outlines the steps for connecting the camera and transferring images.

Using Olympus Master Software

Explains how to install and use the Olympus Master software for image management.

5 Getting to Know Your Camera Better (Continued)

Shooting Tips and Information

Provides general tips for better photography and camera operation.

Camera Error Messages

Lists common error messages and their possible causes/solutions.

Camera Error Messages (Continued)

Continues listing error messages and corrective actions.

Focusing on the Subject

Techniques for focusing, including subjects not in the center and moving subjects.

Camera Not Turning On

Troubleshooting steps for when the camera fails to power on.

No Picture Taken

Addresses issues like sleep mode, incorrect mode dial setting, or flash charging.

3 Printing Pictures (Continued)

Direct Printing (PictBridge)

Explains connecting directly to a printer to print photos.

Custom Print Settings

Allows detailed control over print modes, layout, and paper settings.

Print Settings (DPOF)

Details how to make print reservations for selected pictures.

Single-Frame Reservation

Makes a print reservation for a specific selected picture.

Resetting Print Reservation Data

Allows resetting all print reservations or for selected pictures.

Using the Direct Printing Function

Details the process of connecting to a PictBridge-compatible printer.

Select Picture for Printing

Options for selecting pictures to print from card or album.

How to Make Print Reservations

Guides the process of saving print data for digital cameras.

All-Frame Reservation

Reserves all pictures stored on the card for printing.

Easy Print

Prints the currently displayed picture using standard printer settings.

Select Print Mode

Covers print modes like Print, All Print, Multi Print, All Index, Print Order.

4 Connecting the Camera to a Computer (Continued)

Install Olympus Master Software

Details system requirements for installing the software.

Install Olympus Master Software (Windows)

Provides step-by-step instructions for installing the software on Windows.

Install Olympus Master Software (Macintosh)

Provides step-by-step instructions for installing the software on Macintosh.

Connecting Camera to Computer

Details the process of connecting the camera to a computer via USB.

Start Up Olympus Master Software

Guides on launching the Olympus Master software after installation.

Displaying Camera Images on Computer

Covers downloading and saving images to a computer.

Prepare for USB Cable Disconnection

Details safe procedures for disconnecting the USB cable.

Viewing Still Pictures and Movies

Explains how to view pictures and movies using Olympus Master.

Printing Pictures via Software

Guides on printing photos, indexes, postcards, and calendars using the software.

Download/Save Images Without Olympus Master

Explains direct image transfer using USB mass storage.

Downloading and Saving Images

Step-by-step guide for transferring images using Olympus Master.

Viewing Movies

Details how to play back movies and use playback controls.

Connect Camera via USB

Instructions on connecting the camera using the USB cable.

6 Miscellaneous (Continued)

Camera Care

Provides instructions for cleaning and storing the camera.

Battery and Charger

Information on the camera's battery, charging, and power consumption.

Inserting and Removing the Card

Step-by-step instructions for handling memory cards.

6 Miscellaneous (Continued)

Safety Precautions

Covers important safety information for camera usage.

Usage Environment Cautions

Advises against using the camera in extreme temperatures, humidity, or dusty conditions.

Battery Handling Precautions

Provides guidelines for safe and proper battery use and care.

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