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Olympus VR-310/D-720 User Manual

Olympus VR-310/D-720
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Instruction Manual
VR-330/D-730
VR-330/D-730
VR-320/D-725
VR-320/D-725
VR-310/D-720
VR-310/D-720
DIGITAL CAMERA
Thank you for purchasing an Olympus digital camera. Before you start to use your new camera, please read these
instructions carefully to enjoy optimum performance and a longer service life. Keep this manual in a safe place for
future reference.
We recommend that you take test shots to get accustomed to your camera before taking important photographs.
In the interest of continually improving our products, Olympus reserves the right to update or modify information
contained in this manual.
The screen and camera illustrations shown in this manual were produced during the development stages and may
differ from the actual product. Unless otherwise speci ed, the explanation about these illustrations is provided for
VR-330/D-730.
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Olympus VR-310/D-720 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Optical Zoom10x
Digital Zoom4x
ISO Range80 - 1600
ISO sensitivityAuto, 80, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600
TypeCompact
Image SensorCCD
Megapixels14.0 MP
Effective Pixels14.0 MP
LCD Screen Size3.0-inch
Video Resolution1280 x 720
Storage MediaSD/SDHC/SDXC
WeightApprox. 158 g (including battery and memory card)

Summary

Camera Settings

Using the Direct Buttons

Explains how to access frequently used functions using direct buttons on the camera.

Camera Settings

Using the Menu

Describes how to use the menu to change camera settings like shooting mode.

Camera Settings

Setup menu

Details how to access and navigate the setup menu for various camera settings.

Menu Index

Menus for Shooting Functions

Lists and describes various menus and functions related to shooting.

Menus for Playback, Editing, and Printing Functions

Menus for Other Camera Settings

Outlines menu options for managing playback, editing, and printing images.

Names of Parts

Camera unit

Identifies and describes the physical parts of the camera unit.

Names of Parts

Attaching the camera strap

Provides instructions on how to attach the camera strap for safe carrying.

Monitor

Shooting mode display

Explains the various indicators and information displayed on the monitor during shooting.

Monitor

Playback mode display

Details the information displayed on the monitor during image playback.

Preparing the Camera

Inserting the battery and the SD/SDHC memory card

Guides the user on how to correctly insert the battery and memory card into the camera.

Preparing the Camera

To remove the SD/SDHC memory card

Explains the procedure for safely removing the SD/SDHC memory card from the camera.

Charging the battery and setting up using the supplied CD

Details the process of charging the battery and installing software from the CD.

Preparing the Camera

Connecting the camera

Instructions on connecting the camera to a computer for software setup.

Preparing the Camera

Macintosh

Steps for setting up the camera and software on a Macintosh computer.

Charging the battery with the supplied USB-AC adapter

When to charge the batteries

Explains when to charge the camera battery, including error messages.

Operation guide

Date, time, time zone, and language

Describes how to set the camera's date, time, time zone, and language.

Shooting, Viewing, and Erasing

Shooting with the optimum aperture value and shutter speed [Program Auto]

Explains how to use the Program Auto mode for shooting with automatic settings.

Shooting, Viewing, and Erasing

Shooting movies

Guides on how to shoot movies using the camera, including starting and ending recording.

Shooting, Viewing, and Erasing

Using the zoom

Details how to use the zoom lever to adjust the shooting range.

Shooting, Viewing, and Erasing

Changing the shooting information display

Explains how to change the shooting information displayed on the screen.

Viewing images

To play sound recordings

How to play sound recorded with an image.

Viewing images

Operations during movie playback

Explains how to control movie playback, including pausing, fast forward, and rewind.

Erasing images during playback (Single image erase)

Guides on how to erase individual images during playback.

Viewing images

Index view and close-up view

Describes how to use index and close-up views for quick image selection and detail checking.

Changing the image information display

How to change the shooting information displayed on the screen.

Playing back 3D images (VR-330/D-730)

Using the menu guide

Explains how to use the menu guide to get descriptions of current items.

Using Shooting Modes

Shooting with automatic settings (iAUTO mode)

Details how to use the iAUTO mode for automatic scene selection and shooting.

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

Explains how to use the SCN mode to select the best shooting mode for specific scenes.

Using Shooting Modes

Shooting with special effects (MAGIC mode)

Guides on using the MAGIC mode to add artistic effects to photos.

Using Shooting Modes

Creating panoramic images (mode)

Instructions for creating panoramic images using the supplied software.

Using Shooting Modes

Shooting 3D images (3D mode) (VR-330/D-730)

How to shoot 3D images for viewing on compatible devices.

Using Shooting Functions

Using the flash

Explains how to select and use different flash options for various shooting conditions.

Shooting closeups (Macro shooting)

Details how to use the macro function for close-distance subjects.

Using Shooting Functions

Using the self-timer

Instructions on using the self-timer function for delayed shots.

Adjusting the brightness (Exposure compensation)

How to adjust exposure compensation for brighter or darker shots.

Using Shooting Functions

Adjusting to a natural color scheme (White balance)

Explains how to adjust white balance for natural color reproduction.

Selecting the ISO sensitivity

Guides on selecting ISO sensitivity for different lighting conditions and image quality.

Using Shooting Functions

Sequential shooting (Drive)

Details how to use sequential shooting modes for capturing multiple shots.

Menus for Shooting Functions

Restoring the shooting functions to the default settings [Reset]

How to reset shooting functions to their default settings.

Selecting the image quality for still images [Image Size/Compression]

Explains how to select image size and compression for still photos.

Menus for Shooting Functions

Selecting the image quality for movies [Image Size/Frame Rate]

How to select image size and frame rate for movie recordings.

Selecting the focusing area [AF Mode]

Details how to select the AF Mode for different focusing scenarios.

Menus for Shooting Functions

To focus on a moving subject continuously (AF Tracking)

Instructions on using AF Tracking for continuous focus on moving subjects.

Menus for Shooting Functions

Recording sound when shooting movies []

How to enable or disable sound recording for movies.

Displaying icon guides [Icon Guide]

How to display or hide icon guides on the screen for explanations.

Imprinting the date of recording [Date Stamp]

How to imprint the date onto captured photographs.

Menus for Playback, Editing, and Printing Functions

Playing back pictures automatically [Slideshow]

How to start and control an automatic slideshow of images.

Changing the image size

How to change the image size for email or other applications.

Cropping images []

Guides on how to crop images to adjust their composition.

Menus for Playback, Editing, and Printing Functions

Adding sound to still images []

How to add sound recordings to still images.

Retouching images [Perfect Fix]

Explains how to use the Perfect Fix feature to retouch images.

Erasing images [Erase]

Details how to erase images, including all or selected images.

Menus for Playback, Editing, and Printing Functions

Saving print settings to the image data [Print Order]

How to save print settings and create print reservations.

Protecting images [5]

How to protect images from accidental deletion.

Rotating images []

How to rotate images to change their orientation.

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 in the internal memory to the card [Backup]

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

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

How to select the connection method when linking the camera to other devices.

Menus for Other Camera Settings

Turning on the camera with the button ► Power On]

How to set the camera to turn on using the playback button.

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

How to save the last used shooting mode when the camera is turned off.

Adjusting the CCD and the image processing function [Pixel Mapping]

Explains the Pixel Mapping function for CCD and image processing adjustment.

Menus for Other Camera Settings

Adjusting the brightness of the monitor

How to adjust the monitor brightness based on ambient light.

Viewing images on a TV [TV Out] (VR-330/D-730)

How to view images on a TV using different video signal standards.

Menus for Other Camera Settings

Using an AV cable

Instructions for connecting the camera to a TV using an AV cable.

Using an HDMI cable

Guides on connecting the camera to a TV using an HDMI cable.

Menus for Other Camera Settings

Using a remote control

How to use the TV remote control for camera operation via HDMI.

Menus for Other Camera Settings

Selecting a video signal system to match your TV [Video Out] (VR-320/D-725, VR-310/D-720)

How to select the video signal system (NTSC/PAL) to match your TV.

Menus for Other Camera Settings

Saving battery power between shots [Power Save]

How to enable Power Save mode to conserve battery life.

Changing the display language []

How to select the display language for menus and messages.

Setting the date and time []

How to set the date and time for the camera.

Switching between home and travel destination time zones [World Time]

How to set home and travel destination time zones.

Printing

Direct printing (PictBridge*1)

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

Printing images at the printer's standard settings [Easy Print]

How to perform printing using the printer's standard settings.

Printing

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

How to change printer settings for custom printing options.

Printing

To make the detailed printer settings

Details how to make advanced settings for printing, such as number of prints and date.

Printing

To crop an image []

How to crop an image before printing.

To cancel printing

Steps to follow to cancel a printing operation.

Print Reservations (DPOF*1)

Single-frame print reservations []

How to make print reservations for individual images.

Print Reservations (DPOF*1)

Reserving one print each of all images on the card []

How to reserve one print for all images on the memory card.

Resetting all print reservation data

How to reset all print reservation data.

Print Reservations (DPOF*1)

Resetting the print reservation data for selected images

How to reset print reservation data for specific images.

Usage Tips

Troubleshooting

Provides guidance on fixing common issues encountered with the camera.

Date and time function

Addresses problems related to date and time settings resetting.

Usage Tips

Error message

Lists common error messages and their corrective actions.

Miscellaneous

Miscellaneous operational notes about camera sounds.

Usage Tips

Shooting tips

Provides tips for taking better pictures, focusing on subject positioning and lighting.

Focusing

Detailed advice on achieving proper focus in various shooting scenarios.

Usage Tips

Camera shake

Tips for preventing camera shake and capturing sharp images.

Exposure (brightness)

Guidance on adjusting brightness and exposure for optimal picture results.

Usage Tips

Image quality

Advice on taking sharper pictures using optical zoom and low ISO.

Batteries

Tips for maximizing battery life and usage.

Playback/Editing tips

Playback

Tips for playing images, including handling memory cards and connecting to TV.

Editing

Tips related to editing functions like adding sound or erasing.

Appendix

Camera care

Instructions for cleaning and maintaining the camera, monitor, and lens.

Storage

Guidance on storing the camera for extended periods.

The battery and USB-AC adapter

Detailed information about the battery and USB-AC adapter, including usage and caution.

Appendix

Connecting the camera to a computer

How to connect the camera to a computer for charging or data transfer.

Using an SD/SDHC memory card

Information about using SD/SDHC memory cards, including write-protect switches.

Appendix

Using a new card

Instructions on formatting and using a new memory card.

Checking the image saving location

How to interpret the memory indicator for internal or card usage.

Readout/recording process of the card

Explains the memory indicator during data writing and precautions.

Appendix

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

Table showing the number of storable pictures and recording lengths for different settings.

Appendix

Movies

Table detailing continuous recording lengths for movies based on image size and frame rate.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Handling the Camera

Important warnings and precautions for handling the camera safely.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Battery Handling Precautions

Guidelines to prevent battery leakage, overheating, or explosion.

Caution for Usage Environment

Precautions regarding environmental conditions for using and storing the camera.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

LCD Monitor

Explains normal behavior and potential issues with the LCD monitor.

Legal and Other Notices

Disclaimer of Warranty

Disclaimer regarding warranties and liabilities for the product.

Legal and Other Notices

Copyright Notice

Information about copyright protection for the manual's content.

FCC Notice

Compliance information regarding radio and television interference.

Use Only Dedicated Rechargeable Battery and USB-AC adapter

Recommendation to use only genuine Olympus batteries and adapters.

Legal and Other Notices

Disclaimer of Warranty

Detailed disclaimer of warranties and limitations of liability.

Legal and Other Notices

WHAT TO DO WHEN SERVICE IS NEEDED

Instructions on what to do when the product requires service or repair.

WHERE TO SEND PRODUCT FOR SERVICE

Information on where to send the product for service or warranty claims.

Provisions of warranty

Details the warranty terms and conditions for European customers.

Legal and Other Notices

Provisions of Guarantee

Details the terms and conditions of the Olympus worldwide guarantee.

Notes regarding Guarantee maintenance

Notes on maintaining the validity of the guarantee certificate.

For customers in Asia

Provisions of warranty

Details the warranty terms and conditions for Asian customers.

Legal and Other Notices

Provisions of Guarantee (Continuation)

Further details on warranty coverage and exclusions.

Disclaimer of Warranty

Disclaimer of warranties and limitation of liability.

Trademarks

Lists registered trademarks and logos associated with the product and software.

SPECIFICATIONS

Camera

Technical specifications for the camera models, including dimensions and features.

SPECIFICATIONS

Lithium ion battery (LI-42B)

Specifications for the lithium ion battery.

USB-AC adapter (F-2AC)

Specifications for the USB-AC adapter.

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