User manual OLYMPUS C-990 ZOOM

[. . . ] Before you use this camera, read this manual and then store it in a safe location where you can find it for future use. We recommend that you spend some time taking test shots and experimenting with all of the features before you take important pictures. Camera 1 Zoom lever 2 Shutter release button 3 Control panel 4 Self-timer signal lamp 5 Flash 6 Lens 7 Lens barrier 8 Card compartment cover 9 Connector cover = Video output connector A Computer connector B AC adapter connector C Viewfinder D Flash mode button/Erase button E Self-timer/Print button F Macro · Control Panel R Macro mode mark S Exposure compensation mark T Flash mode U White balance mark V Record mode W Sharpness X ISO mark Y Remaining picture count Z Write mark [ Battery check \ Card error/Card function ] Self-timer _ Sequential shooting a Spot metering mark Monitor b Protect mark c Record mode d Quick focus e Flash f Self-timer g Remaining picture count h Memory gauge i Frame number j Time k Date l Battery check If the strap is attached incorrectly the camera may come loose and fall off. Then slide the battery compartment cover to the side and lift up to open. [. . . ] The red-eye reduction flash and slow sync flash both operate at the same time. The shutter speed automatically slows down to 1/2 second in low-light conditions. Off (Flash Override) ( ) When you do not want the flash to fire even in the dark, close the flash. Use this mode in situations where flash photography is prohibited, such as art museums and live stage performances, or when taking pictures in twilight or of night scenes. Transferring Picture Data with a Computer SmartMedia Card Adapter You can transfer picture data from a SmartMedia card directly to a computer equipped with a PC card slot or an external PC card reader/writer using the PC Card Adapter. See the computer card adapter instruction manual for further information. Loading with a Floppy Disk Adapter The picture data on a SmartMedia card can be transferred directly to a computer equipped with a 3. Transferring Data with a SmartMedia Reader/ Writer You can transfer picture data from the card directly into a computer equipped with a USB port by using a SmartMedia reader/writer. The SmartMedia Reader/Writer can only be used on computers with Windows 98/2000 professional or Mac OS 8. Connecting your Camera to a Computer with a Computer Cable computer Operating Environment IBM PC/AT compatibles (As of June 2000) OS : Windows 98SE/98/95/NT 4. 0/2000 professional CPU : Pentium or better Available hard disk space : at least 30MB Memory : at least 32MB Serial port : Standard RS-232C interface Type : D-SUB 9-pin Monitor : 256 color or better, at least 800 × 600 dots. 4 CPU : PowerPC or later Available hard disk space : at least 30MB Memory : at least 32MB *Serial port : Printer port or modem port Monitor : 256 color or better, at least 800 × 600 dots. For an iMac or other computer equipped with only USB port, use a SmartMedia reader/writer software application. Connecting your Camera to a Computer Use the appropriate connector to your computer. 2 Make sure the power on both the computer and the camera is turned off before connecting. Computers Requiring a Conversion Connector The following computers need a conversion connector (sold separately) to connect the RS-232-PC serial cable. 0 Communication between Computer and Camera You can download both still pictures and moving images from the camera to a computer using the serial port. All camera settings, such as write protect, unprotect, data erase, date setting, and other variable settings are also supported. Image Viewer With this function you can display images from your camera on the computer screen either singly or index style. Images can also be stored in folders and subfolders, and can moved with a simple drag and drop operation. Automatic moving picture file playback and still picture playback functions are also available. You can use the index display window to process multiple images at a time. [. . . ] Replace the card, erase unwanted pictures, or transfer the data to a computer and erase all the data to free up space on the card. Using the Camera with Optional Equipment This camera can be used with the following optional equipment: Disclaimer of Warranty Olympus makes no representations or warranties, either expressed or implied, by or concerning any content of these written materials or software, and in no event shall be liable for any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose or for any consequential, incidental or indirect damages (including but not limited to damages for loss of business profits, business interruption and loss of business information) arising from the use or inability to use these written materials or software. Some countries do not allow the exclusion or limitation of liability for consequential or incidental damages, so the above limitations may not apply to you. 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