QuickStart GuideC-5000ZoomPREPARING THE CAMERA FOR USEBefore you begin using your Olympus Digital camera…a. Charging the batteryThe battery is not fully charged when purchased. Before use, besure to charge the battery with the specified provided charger (LI-10C).Make sure that the + and - terminals of the battery shown in theillustration on the right are correctly oriented when loading thebattery into the charger.b. Inserting the battery xD-Picture cardc. Attaching the strap and lens cap string (OPTIONAL)Attach the lens cap string and strap to the strap eyelets on each side of the camera asillustrated. Attaching the strap to the camera makes it easier to handle.1) Make sure the camera is turned off. 2) Slide the battery/card cover in the direction ofA, then lift in the direction of B.BA3) Insert the battery, making sure it is correctlyorientated. Then use the battery lock to lockthe battery in place.• To remove the battery, slide the battery lock in thedirection of the arrow. As the battery emerges,hold it straight and pull it out completely.4) Face the card the correct way and insert it intothe card slot.• To remove the card, push the card all theway in to unlock it. As it emerges, hold thecard straight and pull it out.5) Close the battery/card cover in direction Cthen slide it in direction D.Battery lockIndex area sideGroove sectionTURNING ON THE CAMERAThe camera Mode dial is used to select the various operation modes.a. Turning the camera ON (SHOOTING MODE)• Remove the lens cap.• Set the mode dial to h. Turn the power switch to the ON position. The lens extends and the monitor turns on.• To turn the camera off, turn the power switch to the OFF position.:To maximize battery life, the Digital camera features a power saving mode in which the camera enters a sleep mode afterapproximately three (3) minutes of non-use.b. Setting the Date and Time (OPTIONAL)Set the date and time before using the camera for the first time. This affects the way image file names arecreated, and will conveniently include this information with each picture.• Set the mode dial to P and turn the power switch to the ON position.• Press e. The top menu is displayed.• Press d on the arrow pad to select MODE MENU.• Press ac to select the SETUP tab, then press d.• Press ac to select X, then press d.• Use ac to select the date format.• Adjust the date and time in the appropriate fields by using d to select the field, and ac to set the proper value.Repeat this step until all date/time fields have been set.Note: Time is entered using the 24-hour format.• Press e twice to set the date and time and exit the menu.c. Camera Diagram and ControlsNow take a moment to familiarize yourself with the key areas of camera controls by reviewing the illustrations.Mode dialPower SwitchPower SwitchTIPDC-IN jackSelf-timer/Remote control lampFlashLensZoom leverShutterbuttonStrap eyeletRemote control receiverVIDEO OUT jackUSB connectorVT575301 1AG6P1P1559-- Printed in JapanUNPACKING THE BOX CONTENTSGather your Digital camera and the parts as shown in the illustration. You’ll need these to complete the steps for the cameraset-up procedures that follow.START HEREIt is strongly recommended that you follow these step-by-stepnumbered instructions to set up and quickly begin using yournew Digital camera.OLYMPUS AMERICA INC.Two Corporate Center Drive, Melville,NY 11747-3157, U.S.A.http://support.olympusamerica.com/For more detailed instructions on advanced features, please refer tothe printed Basic Manual included in your package, or the ReferenceManual on the CD-ROM.Camera Settings in Shooting Mode as shown in MonitorCamera Settings in Playback Mode as shown in MonitorNote: Depending on the camera settings, not all indicators will be displayed.ViewfinderOrange lamp Mode dialErase buttonFlash mode buttonAEL/Custom buttonRotation buttonMonitorArrow padOK/Menu buttonBattery/Card coverTripod socketCard access lampMacro/Spot buttonProtect buttonGreen lampHot shoeBattery checkGreen lampFlash stand-byFlash modeMacro modeMemory gaugeShooting modesSelf-timer/Remote ControlWhite balance compensationISORecord mode Number of storablestill picturesAF target markDriveResolutionShutter speedAperture valueExposure compensationExposure differentialNoise reductionFlash intensity controlAE lockAE memorySpot meteringWhite balanceSaturationSharpnessContrastPrint reservation,Number of printsResolutionBattery checkShutter speedExposure compensationWhite balanceISODate and timeFile number, Frame numberPlaying time/total recording timeRecord modeProtectAperture valueOLYMPUS CO. (EUROPA) GMBH.Wendenstrasse 14-18,20097 Hamburg, Germanyhttp://www.olympus-europa.com/The following items are also included in the Digital camera package: Basic Manual, video cable, RM-2 remote control, battery charger (LI-10C), warranty card, registration card (not provided in some areas), and safety precautions booklet.Digital camera Strap Lens cap & string Lithium ion battery CAMEDIA MasterCD-ROMUSB cable(gray color)xD-Picture Cardhttp://www.olympus.com/CDx193_qsge_pquick_6.fm Page 1 Wednesday, July 9, 2003 9:09 PM