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DIGITAL CAMERA
"rG-820
"rG-620
Instruction
Man
• Thank you for purchasing an Olympus digitaI camera. Before you start to use your new camera please reaa [nese
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 products, Olympus reserves the dght to update or modify information
contained in this manual.
• The screen and camera illustrations shown in this manua Were produced during the development Stages and may
differ from the actual product. Unless othe'_/Jse spec f _d De expta'lation about these ltustrations is provided _or
TG-820.

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  • Page 1 Instruction • Thank you for purchasing an Olympus digitaI camera. Before you start to use your new camera please reaa [nese instructions carefully to enjoy optimum performance and a longer service life. Keep this manual in a safe place for future reference.
  • Page 2 Checking the contents of the box Digital camera Strap Lithium ion USB-AC adapter (F-2AC) USB cabb AV cabb OLYMPUS Setup Battery (CB-USB8) (CB-AVC3) CD-ROM (LF5OB) Other accessories not shown: Warranty card Contents may vary depending on purchaselocation. of Parts ..
  • Page 3 1 Indicator lamp 2 ON/OFF button 3 Monitor Shutter button 5 Zoom lever 6 Movie record button 7 [] button (switching between shooting and playback) 8 Joystick INFO (changing information display) "_ (erase) (o_ button (OK) 9 MENU button 10 0 button (camera guide) 11 Speaker* * TG-620 only...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Monitor Shooting mode display 1 Shooting mode ..p. 17, 24 13 Movie recording icon ..p. 18 Flash ......p. 20 14World time ....p. 51 15 Image stabilization Flash standby/flash charge ........p. 59 (stilt images) ....p. 38 3 Macro/super macro/ 16 Metering...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Playback mode display 1 Battery check ..p. 13, 60 • Standard display 3D image ...... p. 35 123456 Eye-Fi transferred ..p. 45 Protect ......p. 44 5 Adding sound ....p. 42 Upload order ....p. 44 7 Print reservation/number prints ....
  • Page 6 _era Settings Usingthe Buttons Frequently used functions can be accessed using the buttons. TG-820 "_ Shutter button (p. 17, 59) ..i =_. Zoom l..(p. 19, 22) ¢ ¢ button (shoot'rig _ov'es) rG-82o F_I button (switching between shooting and playback) (p. 18, 21, 46) MENU button (p.
  • Page 7 Operation guide The symbols /k V <_D displayed for image selections Joystick and settings indicate that the joystick shown on the right is to be used. /k (up)/INFO (changing information display) (p. 20, 23) Operation guides displayed on the screen indicate that the MENU button, _) button, or zoom lever can be used.
  • Page 8 Ilsing the Menu Use the menu to change camera settings such as the shooting mode. _;_ There may be menus that are unavailable depending on other related settings or the shooting mode (p. 24). Function menu Press <:1during shooting to display the function menu. The function menu is used to choose the shooting mode and provides access to frequently used shooting settings.
  • Page 9 Setup menu Press the MENU button during shooting or playback to display the setup menu. The setup menu provides access to a variety of camera settings, including options not listed in the function menu, display options, and the time and date.

  • Page 10: World Time

    Menu index _ Shooting mode ... p. 17, 24 @ O (Camera Menu 2) ..p.38 (Settings Menu 1) ..p.45 P (Program Auto) Rec View Memory Format/Format IAtrr0 (iAUTO) Pic Orientation* Backup Icon Guide BEAUTY (Beauty) Eye-Fi (Scene Mode) Date Stamp USB Connection MA61[ (Magic Filter)
  • Page 11 _i_r_paring the Camera TG-620 TG-820 Inserting batter _and card Wdte-protectswitch Write-protect switch TG-820 TG-620 TG-820: Insert the battery as illustrated with the mark toward the battery lock knob. TG-620: Insert the battery as illustrated with the mark toward the battery lock knob. Lock knob Damage to the battery exterior (scratches, etc.) may produce heat or an explosion.
  • Page 12 Charging the battery with the in_luded USB-AC adapte_ ..........TG-820 TG-620 The included F-2AC USB-AC adapter (hereafter referred to as USB-AC adapter) differs depending on the region where you purchased the camera. If you received a plug-in type USB-AC adapter, plug it directly into AC outlet.
  • Page 13 Connecting the camera Indicator lamp TG-820 TG-620 TG-820 TG-620 Indicator lamp On: Charging Off: Charged The battery is not fully charged at shipment. Before use, be sure to charge the battery until the indicator lamp turns off (up to 3 hours). the indicator lamp does eat light, the USB-AC adapter is not connected to the camera correctly, or the battery, camera, or USB-AC adapter may be...
  • Page 14 Viewer 2 and [ib] computer Windows Vista/Windows software. • An Autorun dialog will be displayed. Click "OLYMPUS • Check the system requirements before beginning Setup" to display the "Setup" dialog. installation. • Click the "OLYMPUS Viewer 2" or "OLYMPUS ib"...
  • Page 15 • Check the system requirements before beginning System Windows Vista/Windows installation. Pentium 4 1.3 GHz or better • Click the "OLYMPUS Viewer 2" button end follow Processor (Core 2 Duo 2.13 GHz or better required the on-screen instructions to install the software. for movies) You can register via "Registration"...
  • Page 16 Language, date, time, _d tirne zone As in Steps 2 and 3, use AV<][> to set [M] (month), [D] (day), [Time] (hours You can also choose the language for the menus and minutes), and [Y/M/D] (date order), and then messages displayed in the monitor. The date and time set here press the (o_ button.

  • Page 17: White Balance

    S._oting, Playback, and Erasing Shooting with optimum aperture Hold the camera and compose the shot. In this mode, automatic shooting settings are activated while also allowing changes to a wide range of other shooting menu functions, such as exposure compensation, white balance, etc. as needed. The default settings of the function are highlighted in iiiiiiiiiiiiiii_ Horizontal...

  • Page 18: Shutter Speed

    Shooting mo vies AF target mark Press the _ button to start recording. Press halfway Shutter speed Aperture value 'Focusing" (p. 61) To take the picture, gently press the shutter Lights when recording button all the way down while being careful not to shake the camera.
  • Page 19 Usingthezoom Pressing the zoom lever adjusts the shooting range. W side T side Opticalzoom Zoom bar Other "1 Super-resobtion zoom Other Optical zoom: 5× "1 Super-resolution zoom: 2x Digital zoom: 4x Digitalzoom To take larger images [Super-Res Zoom] (p. 39), [Digital Zoom] (p.

  • Page 20: Histogram

    Changing the shooting information Using flash display The flash functions can be selected to best match the shooting conditions. The display of the screen information can be changed to best match the situation, for example, the need for e clear Select the flash option in the function menu.
  • Page 21 Press /XV to adjust volume. TO play back movies Press the [] button. Select a movie, and press the (_) button. Number of frames/ Total number of images Movie During playback Pausing and Press the C) button to pause playback. During pause, fast Playback image restarting forward or reverse, press the (_)
  • Page 22 Operations while playback is paused Index view and close-up view ......Index view enables quick selection of a desired image. Close-up view (up to 10× magnification) allows checking of image details. Press the zoom lever. Elapsed time/ Total shooting time During pause Use /k to display the first frame...
  • Page 23 To select an image in index view Using _amera guide Use A V <_[::>to select an image, and press the _) Use the camera guide to look up camera operations. button to display the selected image in single-image view. Press the _ button in the standby mode To scroll an image in close-up...
  • Page 24 Usihg Shooting Modes To change shooting mode Shooting with Beauty effects The shooting mode (P, IAUTO, B EAUTY, SCN MAGIC, (BEAUTY mode) .............. _:::_) can be changed with using the function menu. "Using the Menu" (p. 8) Depending on the picture, tile editing may not be effective.
  • Page 25 • [Set 1], [Set 2] or [Set 3] retouches the image • Beauty Fix according to the Beauty Settings. [Beauty Settings] ,f" Use A V <::]D to select a retouching item, and (p. 52) press the O button. Point the camera toward the subject.
  • Page 26 To take underwater photos Use <_[;> to select the mode and then press Select [[] Snapshot], [_,1 Wide1] "_,[_2 Wide2] *_2 the {°3 button to set. [€_, Macro]'L '_ TG-820 only ,2 When set to [_2 Wide2], the focus distance is automatically fixed to approx.
  • Page 27 Shooting with special effects (MAGIC mode) ............The user only composes the shots so that the target marks and pointers overlap, and the camera To add expression to your photo, select the desired special effect. automatically releases the shutter• After shooting the first frame, move Set the shooting mode to MAGIC.
  • Page 28 Use <][> to select the desired mode and then press the <°3 button to set. OPin Hole *_ O Fish Eye O Drawing _2 Three frames are taken and combined O Soft Focus'_ by the camera. The user only composes OPunk the shots so that the target marks Magic Filter...
  • Page 29 r3_ Move the camera slowly while keeping it straight, and ,2_ Press the shutter button to take the first frame. The stop the camera where the pointer and target mark white-boxed part of the first frame is displayed on joint area 1.
  • Page 30 U_ing Shooting Functions *_ When the zoom is at the widest (W) position. '/_*' "Using the Menu" (p. 8) *2 When the zoom is at the most telephoto (T) position. *3 The zoom is automatically fixed. Shooting closeups (Macro shooting) *4 ISO sensitivity (p.
  • Page 31 Use <_[> to select the setting option, and SeIect the exposure compensation option in press the _o_ button to set. the function menu. The self-timer is deactivated• The self-timer lamp turns on for approx• 10 seconds, then blinks for 12 sec approx•...
  • Page 32 • When the [_1] or [_._] whose white balance has Use <]D to select the setting option, already been registered is selected in Step (2", new press the _ button to set. white balance will be registered. When the white area is not large enough or when the color is too bright, too dark, or loud, the white balance The camera automatically adjusts cannot be registered.
  • Page 33 "_The shooting speed varies depending on the settings In the ISO setting, although smaller values result in for [Image Size] (p. 33) or [Compression] (p. 36). less sensitivity, sharp images can be taken under fully lit conditions. Larger values result in higher sensitivity, When set to [_]lJi] or [Hir_3zJj], [Image Size] is limited to and images can be taken at fast shutter speeds even...
  • Page 34 Using the LED illuminato_ Use <_ to select the setting option, press the _ button to set. In a dark location, the LED illuminator can be used as an auxiliary light to see things or compose shots. Suitable for printing pictures over Set [LED Illuminator] (p.
  • Page 35 ii_]ng the playback functions Playing back panorama images ................ Playing baGk images ............Panorama images that were combined together using 3D images shot with this camera can be played back on [Auto] or [Manual] can be scrolled for viewing. 3D-compatible devices connected to this camera using an HDMI cable (sold separately).
  • Page 36 Menus for Shooting Functions The default settings of the function are highlighted in Selecting image quality still images [Compression] For information on using the menus, see "Using the Menu" (p. 8). iiii_ii:iiiiiii_ _ _ ,!i_!iiliii} i i ii'ill,liiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii _i_ _ _iiiii_lliiii_i!_ i!li!ii_! Restoring the shooting...
  • Page 37 Selecting the method for measuring Selecting focusing area Mode] brightness [ESP/_] a (Camera Menu 1) _ ESEZ_ The camera focuses automatically. (If a face is detected, it is shown by Shoots to obtain a balanced a white frame _;when the shutter brightness over the entire screen _ e/JE_ button is pressed halfway and the...
  • Page 38 Reducing the blur caused by the Viewing image immediately after camera shake when shooting shooting [Rec View] [Image Stabilizer] (still images)/ ..[IS Movie Mode] (movies) a (Camera Menu 1) The image being recorded is not I_lmage Stabilizer (still images)/ displayed.
  • Page 39 iiiiiiii_!li_iiiliii,.iiiii!,i,i_iiiiii!iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii! _i!iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii Imprinting date of recording [Date Stamp] Information about the vertical/ horizontal orientation of the camera I_ (Camera Menu Date Stamp ....... during shooting is not recorded with images. Images shot with the camera in a vertical position are not rotated during playback.
  • Page 40 Reduce wind noise the recorded Selecting image size movies [Image Size] sound when recording movie .._ !M_i_ M_nu) _ ..............[Wind Noise Reduction] iiii!i!!i!!!_iii_:ii_ii_ii_i_iiiliiiiillliiii _!_iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii@_ii_i_!_i;_iiii_i_!i_i_ii_i_ii_i_ii_i_ii_i_ii# Select the image quality based on VGA720P(640x480) the mage sze and frame rate. Disable Wind Noise Reduction. Uses W nd No se Reduct on.
  • Page 41 Menus for Playback, Editing, and Printing Functions Searching for images and playing back The default settings of the function are highlighted in the related images [Photo Surfing] Data must be created with the ib (PC software) before ..(R!ayback Menu) _ Photo ..

  • Page 42: Adding Sound

    _j[_ The following [Photo Surfing] functions can be Adding sound to still images performed when data created with the i b (PC software) is imported back to the c amera. (_ ayback Menu) _ Ed t _ _1 Information of p ersons or s hooting locations and new...
  • Page 43 • The retouched image is saved as a separate Retouching eyes in flash shooting image. [Redeye Fix] (Baybac k M_:nu) _ Edit _ Redeye Eix ....i" use <_D to select an image, and press the _) button. • The edited image is saved as a separate image. Depending on the picture, the editing may not be effective.

  • Page 44: Protect

    Only JPEG files can be ordered. i" Use AV to select [All Erase], and press the For details on upbading images, refer to OLYMPUS C) button. Viewer 2 "Help", (2_ Use AV to select [Yes], and press the _) button.
  • Page 45 Menus for Other Camera Settings The default settings of the function are highlighted in Erasing data completely Using an Eye-Fi card [Eye-Fi] [Memory Format]/[Format] .........._ (S_ttings Menu 1} _ Memory Format/Format Before formatting, check that no important data is left ITransfers all images.
  • Page 46 Selecting a method connecting Turning camera with camera to other devices button Power [USB Connection] .._ (_etti B Connection ........ I The camera is not turned on. To turn on the camera, press the ON/OFF When the camera is connected to Auto another device, the settings selection button.
  • Page 47 Selecting camera sound its volume [Sound Settings] ii2/3 Selects the camera sounds (operation sounds, shutter sound, and Sound Type warning sound). Volume 0/1/2/ i4/5 Selects the operation volume of camera buttons. Volume 0 1 2Z_4/5 Se ects the mage p ayback vo ume. Resetting the file names of pictures...
  • Page 48 Adjusting image processing Adjusting brightness of the monitor d..m./] function [Pixel Mapping] _ (Se_tings Menu 2) _ Pixe] Mapping I' (Se_tings Menu 2) _ Irml .............. This function has already been adjusted at factory To adjust monitor brightness shipping, and no adjustment is needed right ,_', Use/kV to adjust the brightness while viewing the after purchase.
  • Page 49 To play back camera images on a TV • Connection via AV cable 'i" Use the camera to select the same video signal system as the one of connected TV ([NTSC]/[PAL]). _2' Connect the TV and camera. TG-820 TG-620 jco __;e_[, too t )ha_TV :idl e o_;_t t ack wh,te...
  • Page 50 TG-820 TG-620 HDMI micro connector _'-- Connectto the HDMI _" connector on the TV. Open tile connector cover Jnthe direction of the arrow. HDMI cabb (sold separate4y:CB-HDI) For details on changing the input source of the TV, refer to the TV's instruction manual. When the camera and TV are connected by both an AV cable and an HDMI cable, the HDMI cable will take priority.
  • Page 51 Saving battery power between shots Choosing home and alternate time [Power Save] zones [World Time] _: (Settings Menu 2) _ Bow#r Saye _ (Settings Menu 3)_ Wor!d !ime You will not be able to select a time zone using [World Time] if the camera clock has not first been set using [_)].
  • Page 52 Restoring data camera [Reset Database] _ (Sett!ngs Menu 3) 1_ Reset Database Playback will become available by performing [Reset Database) when the Photo surfing function is not activated properly. However, data such as collections and other groups created with the ib (PC software) is deleted from the database in the camera.
  • Page 53 To adjust the tap control i" Select [Calibrate] in Submenu 2 and press the _) button. (2_ Select the part to adjust with A V and press the _) button. _) Select the [Str] setting with AVand press [>. 4" Select the [Intvl] setting with A V and press the _) button.
  • Page 54 Dire_t printing (PictBridg_ _)............. Turn on the printer, and then connect printer and camera.- By connecting the camera to a PictBridge-compatible printer, you can print images directly without using a TG-820 TG-620 computer. To find out if your printer supports PictBridge, refer to the printer's instruction manual.
  • Page 55 To exit printing Use /XV to select [Size] (Submenu 3), and After a selected image is displayed on the screen, press disconnect the USB cable from the camera and printer. If the [Printpaper] screen is not displayed, the [Size], [Borderless], and [Pics/Sheet] are set to the printer's Changing the printer's settings...
  • Page 56 To make detailed printer settings Press the (_ button. i" Use Av<_D to select the setting, and press the (_) button. _ to 10 This selects the number of prints. Selecting [With] prints the images with the date. Date With_i_:i Selecting [Without] prints the images without the date.
  • Page 57 Print Reservations (DPQ_) Use <]D to select the image for print reservation. Use /XV to select the quantity. In print reservations, the number of prints and date imprint Press the (°3 button. option ere saved in the image on the card. This enables easy printing at e printer or print shop supporting DPOF Use AV to select...
  • Page 58 Resetting the print reservation data Follow Steps 1 and 2 in [_,] (p. 57). Use AV to select [_,], and press the _) button. Use AV to select [Keep] and press the (°3 button. Use <]D to select the image with the print reservation you want to cancel.
  • Page 59 If the camera does not work as intended, or if an error • With prolonged camera use, the internal message is displayed on the screen, and you are unsure temperature may increase, resulting in automatic of what to do, refer to the information below to fix the shutdown.
  • Page 60 Error message When one of the messages below is displayed on the Problem with selected image monitor, check the corrective action. Use photo retouch software, etc. to The Image Cannot edit the image on a computer. Be Edited Battery problem Card problem Charge the battery.
  • Page 61 When you are unsure of h ow to take apicture that you envision, refer to the i nformation below. Object with no vertical lines *_ Focusing It is also effective to compose the shot by holding the camera vertically to focus, and then returning to the "Focusing on the subject"...
  • Page 62 • Taking pictures of a white beach or snow scene Set the mode to [_: Beach & Snow] or [_ Snow]* (p. 25/. * TG-82g only "Taking pictures without camera shake" • Taking pictures using exposure compensation • Taking pictures using [Image Stabilizer] (p.
  • Page 63 Playback/Editing tips ..............Image quality "Taking sharper pictures" • Taking pictures with the optical zoom or super- resolution zoom "Playing images in the internal memory card" Avoid using digital zoom (p. 37) to take pictures. • Remove card display images •...
  • Page 64 • This camera uses one Olympus lithium ion battery Exterior (LI-50B). No other type of batteries can be used. • Wipe gently with a soft cloth. If the camerais verydirty, soak the cloth in mild soapy water and wring well. Wipe...
  • Page 65 Cards compatible with this camera SD/SDHC/SDXC/Eye-Fi card (for compatibility card details, visit the Olympus website.) A charger (UC-50: sold separately) can be used to charge the battery. Using your charger and USB-AC adapter abroad • The charger and USB-AC adapter can be used in...

  • Page 66: Current Memory

    Checking image saving location Readout/recording process of the card The memory indicator shows whether the internal memory During shooting, the current memory indicator lights up or card is being used during shooting and playback. in red while the camera is writing data. Never open the battery/card/connector cover or unplug the USB cable.
  • Page 67 Number of storable pictures (still images)/Continuous recording length (movies) in the internal memory cards The figures in the following tables are quoted only as a rough guideline. The actual number of storable pictures or continuous recording lengths will differ according to the shooting conditions and memory cards used. The figures in the table below are the number of the storable pictures when using the internal memory formatted.
  • Page 68 (16 ft.) more details of Olympus' testing conditions, please refer The waterproof feature may be compromised if the camera to the Olympus website for your local area. subject to substantial or excessive impact. Shock resistance: The anti-shock feature w'arrants .2 the...
  • Page 69 (and seals) are replaced annually. _" Insert battery then close lock the battery/ For the Olympus distributors or service stations where card/connector cover firmly so that the lock makes the waterproof packing can be replaced, visit...
  • Page 70 Attachments For your safety, and to avoid damaging notice any unusual odors, noise, or smoke around product, use only accessories recommended by Olympus unplug the power plug from wall outlet immediately stop using it, Then, contact an authorized distributor service...
  • Page 71 DANGER • Before loading, always inspect the battery carefully for leaks, • The camera uses a lithium ion battery specified by Olympus. discoloration, warping, or any other abnormality. Charge the battery with the specified USB-AC adapter • The battery may become hot during prolonged...

  • Page 72: Technology

    • This camera uses a lithium ion battery specified by Olympus product, never leave the camera in the places listed below, Do not use any other type of battery matter if in use or storage: •...
  • Page 73 • Olympus reserves a]] rights to this manual • Consult your dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help Only the OLYMPUS-supplied USB cable should Warning be used to connect the camera to USB enabled personal Unauthorized photographing...
  • Page 74 Product Address: 3500 Corporate Parkway, RO. Box 61 O. to any of Olympus Service Centers, following the procedure Center Valley, PA 18034-0610. U.SA set forth below (See "WHAT TO DO WHEN SERVICE...
  • Page 75 BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR SPECIAL DAMAGES OF ANY KIND (INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION LOSS OF PROFITS LOSS OF USE), WHETHER OR NOT OLYMPUS SHALL OR SHOULD BE AWARE OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH POTENTIAL LOSS OR DAMAGE,...
  • Page 76 Product serial number corresponding to the serial number on the Product (unless it is a model on which Olympus does not place and record serial numbers) 3 A detailed description of the problem. 4 Sample prints, negatives, digital prints...
  • Page 77 Olympus or an in a safe place Olympus authorized service station Please refer to the list on the web site: http://vww¢olympus c. Any defect or damage that occurs due to transport, a fall, corn for the authorized internafiona] Olympus service shock, etc.
  • Page 78 Olympus's option replaced, free of in particular any loss or damage caused to any film or lenses charge.
  • Page 79 Those terms and other third party software notices, if any, may be found in the software notice PDF file stored within the accompanying CD-ROM or at http:llwww.olympus.co.jp/enlsupport/imsgl digicamera/downtoad/notice/notice.cfm Powered by ARCSOFT. EN:79...
  • Page 80 2000 up to 2099 _stem Water resistance Type Equivalent to IEC Standard publication 529 IPX8 (under OLYMPUS test conditions), available in the following depths. TG-820:10 m Meaning Camera can normally be used under water at a specified water pressure.
  • Page 81 Dust resistance IEC Standard publication 529 IP6X (under OLYMPUS test conditions) Operating environment -20 °C to 60 °C (-4 °F to 140 °F) (storage) Humidity 30 % to 90 % (operation)/10 % to 90 % (storage) P..pply One Oiympus iiihium ion baiie_ il_i_50Bi oi sepaiaieiy soid USB_AC adapier Dimensions TG-820:101.4...
  • Page 82 OLYMPUS KOREA CO., LTD. 10F, Olympus Tower A, 114-9, Samsung-dong, Gangnam-gu, Seoul, Korea. 135-090 http://www.olympus.co.kr TeL 1544-3200 OLYMPUS (MALAYSIA) SDN, BHD, 10-8, Menara 1 MK, Kompleks 'I Mont Kiara', No.l, Jalan Kiara, Mont Kiara, 50480 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Te1:+603-6411 0000/Fax:+603-6411...
  • Page 83 Fax: +86-28-86703532 Zip: 610016 OLYMPUS HONG KONG CHINA LiMiTED Digital Camera Repair Centre L4207, Office Tower, Langham Place, 8 Argyle Street, Mongkok, Kowloon, Hong Kon 9 Customer Hotline: +852-2376-2150 Fax: +852-2375-0630 htt p://www.olym pu s.com.hk © 2012 OLYMPUS iMAGiNG CORP. VM301301...
  • Page 84 Instruction • Thank you for purchasing an Olympus digitaI camera. Before you start to use your new camera please reaa [nese instructions carefully to enjoy optimum performance and a longer service life. Keep this manual in a safe place for future reference.
  • Page 85 Checking the contents of the box Digital camera Strap Lithium ion USB-AC adapter (F-2AC) USB cabb AV cabb OLYMPUS Setup Battery (CB-USB8) (CB-AVC3) CD-ROM (LF5OB) Other accessories not shown: Warranty card Contents may vary depending on purchaselocation. of Parts ..
  • Page 86 1 Indicator lamp 2 ON/OFF button 3 Monitor Shutter button 5 Zoom lever 6 Movie record button 7 [] button (switching between shooting and playback) 8 Joystick INFO (changing information display) "_ (erase) (o_ button (OK) 9 MENU button 10 0 button (camera guide) 11 Speaker* * TG-620 only...

  • Page 87: S-Macro Led Mode

    Monitor Shooting mode display 1 Shooting mode ..p. 17, 24 13 Movie recording icon ..p. 18 Flash ......p. 20 14World time ....p. 51 15 Image stabilization Flash standby/flash charge ........p. 59 (stilt images) ....p. 38 3 Macro/super macro/ 16 Metering...

  • Page 88: Date And Time ......... P.

    Playback mode display 1 Battery check ..p. 13, 60 • Standard display 3D image ...... p. 35 123456 Eye-Fi transferred ..p. 45 Protect ......p. 44 5 Adding sound ....p. 42 Upload order ....p. 44 7 Print reservation/number prints ....

  • Page 89: Menu Button (P

    _era Settings Usingthe Buttons Frequently used functions can be accessed using the buttons. TG-820 "_ Shutter button (p. 17, 59) ..i =_. Zoom l..(p. 19, 22) ¢ ¢ button (shoot'rig _ov'es) rG-82o F_I button (switching between shooting and playback) (p. 18, 21, 46) MENU button (p.
  • Page 90 Operation guide The symbols /k V <_D displayed for image selections Joystick and settings indicate that the joystick shown on the right is to be used. /k (up)/INFO (changing information display) (p. 20, 23) Operation guides displayed on the screen indicate that the MENU button, _) button, or zoom lever can be used.
  • Page 91 Ilsing the Menu Use the menu to change camera settings such as the shooting mode. _;_ There may be menus that are unavailable depending on other related settings or the shooting mode (p. 24). Function menu Press <:1during shooting to display the function menu. The function menu is used to choose the shooting mode and provides access to frequently used shooting settings.
  • Page 92 Setup menu Press the MENU button during shooting or playback to display the setup menu. The setup menu provides access to a variety of camera settings, including options not listed in the function menu, display options, and the time and date.
  • Page 93 Menu index _ Shooting mode ... p. 17, 24 @ O (Camera Menu 2) ..p.38 (Settings Menu 1) ..p.45 P (Program Auto) Rec View Memory Format/Format IAtrr0 (iAUTO) Pic Orientation* Backup Icon Guide BEAUTY (Beauty) Eye-Fi (Scene Mode) Date Stamp USB Connection MA61[ (Magic Filter)
  • Page 94 _i_r_paring the Camera TG-620 TG-820 Inserting batter _and card Wdte-protectswitch Write-protect switch TG-820 TG-620 TG-820: Insert the battery as illustrated with the mark toward the battery lock knob. TG-620: Insert the battery as illustrated with the mark toward the battery lock knob. Lock knob Damage to the battery exterior (scratches, etc.) may produce heat or an explosion.
  • Page 95 Charging the battery with the in_luded USB-AC adapte_ ..........TG-820 TG-620 The included F-2AC USB-AC adapter (hereafter referred to as USB-AC adapter) differs depending on the region where you purchased the camera. If you received a plug-in type USB-AC adapter, plug it directly into AC outlet.
  • Page 96 Connecting the camera Indicator lamp TG-820 TG-620 TG-820 TG-620 Indicator lamp On: Charging Off: Charged The battery is not fully charged at shipment. Before use, be sure to charge the battery until the indicator lamp turns off (up to 3 hours). the indicator lamp does eat light, the USB-AC adapter is not connected to the camera correctly, or the battery, camera, or USB-AC adapter may be...
  • Page 97 Viewer 2 and [ib] computer Windows Vista/Windows software. • An Autorun dialog will be displayed. Click "OLYMPUS • Check the system requirements before beginning Setup" to display the "Setup" dialog. installation. • Click the "OLYMPUS Viewer 2" or "OLYMPUS ib"...
  • Page 98 • Check the system requirements before beginning System Windows Vista/Windows installation. Pentium 4 1.3 GHz or better • Click the "OLYMPUS Viewer 2" button end follow Processor (Core 2 Duo 2.13 GHz or better required the on-screen instructions to install the software. for movies) You can register via "Registration"...
  • Page 99 Language, date, time, _d tirne zone As in Steps 2 and 3, use AV<][> to set [M] (month), [D] (day), [Time] (hours You can also choose the language for the menus and minutes), and [Y/M/D] (date order), and then messages displayed in the monitor. The date and time set here press the (o_ button.
  • Page 100 S._oting, Playback, and Erasing Shooting with optimum aperture Hold the camera and compose the shot. In this mode, automatic shooting settings are activated while also allowing changes to a wide range of other shooting menu functions, such as exposure compensation, white balance, etc. as needed. The default settings of the function are highlighted in iiiiiiiiiiiiiii_ Horizontal...
  • Page 101 Shooting mo vies AF target mark Press the _ button to start recording. Press halfway Shutter speed Aperture value 'Focusing" (p. 61) To take the picture, gently press the shutter Lights when recording button all the way down while being careful not to shake the camera.
  • Page 102 Usingthezoom Pressing the zoom lever adjusts the shooting range. W side T side Opticalzoom Zoom bar Other "1 Super-resobtion zoom Other Optical zoom: 5× "1 Super-resolution zoom: 2x Digital zoom: 4x Digitalzoom To take larger images [Super-Res Zoom] (p. 39), [Digital Zoom] (p.
  • Page 103 Changing the shooting information Using flash display The flash functions can be selected to best match the shooting conditions. The display of the screen information can be changed to best match the situation, for example, the need for e clear Select the flash option in the function menu.
  • Page 104 Press /XV to adjust volume. TO play back movies Press the [] button. Select a movie, and press the (_) button. Number of frames/ Total number of images Movie During playback Pausing and Press the C) button to pause playback. During pause, fast Playback image restarting forward or reverse, press the (_)
  • Page 105 Operations while playback is paused Index view and close-up view ......Index view enables quick selection of a desired image. Close-up view (up to 10× magnification) allows checking of image details. Press the zoom lever. Elapsed time/ Total shooting time During pause Use /k to display the first frame...
  • Page 106 To select an image in index view Using _amera guide Use A V <_[::>to select an image, and press the _) Use the camera guide to look up camera operations. button to display the selected image in single-image view. Press the _ button in the standby mode To scroll an image in close-up...
  • Page 107 Usihg Shooting Modes To change shooting mode Shooting with Beauty effects The shooting mode (P, IAUTO, B EAUTY, SCN MAGIC, (BEAUTY mode) .............. _:::_) can be changed with using the function menu. "Using the Menu" (p. 8) Depending on the picture, tile editing may not be effective.
  • Page 108 • [Set 1], [Set 2] or [Set 3] retouches the image • Beauty Fix according to the Beauty Settings. [Beauty Settings] ,f" Use A V <::]D to select a retouching item, and (p. 52) press the O button. Point the camera toward the subject.
  • Page 109 To take underwater photos Use <_[;> to select the mode and then press Select [[] Snapshot], [_,1 Wide1] "_,[_2 Wide2] *_2 the {°3 button to set. [€_, Macro]'L '_ TG-820 only ,2 When set to [_2 Wide2], the focus distance is automatically fixed to approx.
  • Page 110 Shooting with special effects (MAGIC mode) ............The user only composes the shots so that the target marks and pointers overlap, and the camera To add expression to your photo, select the desired special effect. automatically releases the shutter• After shooting the first frame, move Set the shooting mode to MAGIC.
  • Page 111 Use <][> to select the desired mode and then press the <°3 button to set. OPin Hole *_ O Fish Eye O Drawing _2 Three frames are taken and combined O Soft Focus'_ by the camera. The user only composes OPunk the shots so that the target marks Magic Filter...
  • Page 112 r3_ Move the camera slowly while keeping it straight, and ,2_ Press the shutter button to take the first frame. The stop the camera where the pointer and target mark white-boxed part of the first frame is displayed on joint area 1.
  • Page 113 U_ing Shooting Functions *_ When the zoom is at the widest (W) position. '/_*' "Using the Menu" (p. 8) *2 When the zoom is at the most telephoto (T) position. *3 The zoom is automatically fixed. Shooting closeups (Macro shooting) *4 ISO sensitivity (p.
  • Page 114 Use <_[> to select the setting option, and SeIect the exposure compensation option in press the _o_ button to set. the function menu. The self-timer is deactivated• The self-timer lamp turns on for approx• 10 seconds, then blinks for 12 sec approx•...
  • Page 115 • When the [_1] or [_._] whose white balance has Use <]D to select the setting option, already been registered is selected in Step (2", new press the _ button to set. white balance will be registered. When the white area is not large enough or when the color is too bright, too dark, or loud, the white balance The camera automatically adjusts cannot be registered.
  • Page 116 "_The shooting speed varies depending on the settings In the ISO setting, although smaller values result in for [Image Size] (p. 33) or [Compression] (p. 36). less sensitivity, sharp images can be taken under fully lit conditions. Larger values result in higher sensitivity, When set to [_]lJi] or [Hir_3zJj], [Image Size] is limited to and images can be taken at fast shutter speeds even...
  • Page 117 Using the LED illuminato_ Use <_ to select the setting option, press the _ button to set. In a dark location, the LED illuminator can be used as an auxiliary light to see things or compose shots. Suitable for printing pictures over Set [LED Illuminator] (p.
  • Page 118 ii_]ng the playback functions Playing back panorama images ................ Playing baGk images ............Panorama images that were combined together using 3D images shot with this camera can be played back on [Auto] or [Manual] can be scrolled for viewing. 3D-compatible devices connected to this camera using an HDMI cable (sold separately).
  • Page 119 Menus for Shooting Functions The default settings of the function are highlighted in Selecting image quality still images [Compression] For information on using the menus, see "Using the Menu" (p. 8). iiii_ii:iiiiiii_ _ _ ,!i_!iiliii} i i ii'ill,liiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii _i_ _ _iiiii_lliiii_i!_ i!li!ii_! Restoring the shooting...
  • Page 120 Selecting the method for measuring Selecting focusing area Mode] brightness [ESP/_] a (Camera Menu 1) _ ESEZ_ The camera focuses automatically. (If a face is detected, it is shown by Shoots to obtain a balanced a white frame _;when the shutter brightness over the entire screen _ e/JE_ button is pressed halfway and the...
  • Page 121 Reducing the blur caused by the Viewing image immediately after camera shake when shooting shooting [Rec View] [Image Stabilizer] (still images)/ ..[IS Movie Mode] (movies) a (Camera Menu 1) The image being recorded is not I_lmage Stabilizer (still images)/ displayed.
  • Page 122 iiiiiiii_!li_iiiliii,.iiiii!,i,i_iiiiii!iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii! _i!iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii Imprinting date of recording [Date Stamp] Information about the vertical/ horizontal orientation of the camera I_ (Camera Menu Date Stamp ....... during shooting is not recorded with images. Images shot with the camera in a vertical position are not rotated during playback.
  • Page 123 Reduce wind noise the recorded Selecting image size movies [Image Size] sound when recording movie .._ !M_i_ M_nu) _ ..............[Wind Noise Reduction] iiii!i!!i!!!_iii_:ii_ii_ii_i_iiiliiiiillliiii _!_iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii@_ii_i_!_i;_iiii_i_!i_i_ii_i_ii_i_ii_i_ii_i_ii# Select the image quality based on VGA720P(640x480) the mage sze and frame rate. Disable Wind Noise Reduction. Uses W nd No se Reduct on.
  • Page 124 Menus for Playback, Editing, and Printing Functions Searching for images and playing back The default settings of the function are highlighted in the related images [Photo Surfing] Data must be created with the ib (PC software) before ..(R!ayback Menu) _ Photo ..
  • Page 125 _j[_ The following [Photo Surfing] functions can be Adding sound to still images performed when data created with the i b (PC software) is imported back to the c amera. (_ ayback Menu) _ Ed t _ _1 Information of p ersons or s hooting locations and new...
  • Page 126 • The retouched image is saved as a separate Retouching eyes in flash shooting image. [Redeye Fix] (Baybac k M_:nu) _ Edit _ Redeye Eix ....i" use <_D to select an image, and press the _) button. • The edited image is saved as a separate image. Depending on the picture, the editing may not be effective.
  • Page 127 Only JPEG files can be ordered. i" Use AV to select [All Erase], and press the For details on upbading images, refer to OLYMPUS C) button. Viewer 2 "Help", (2_ Use AV to select [Yes], and press the _) button.
  • Page 128 Menus for Other Camera Settings The default settings of the function are highlighted in Erasing data completely Using an Eye-Fi card [Eye-Fi] [Memory Format]/[Format] .........._ (S_ttings Menu 1} _ Memory Format/Format Before formatting, check that no important data is left ITransfers all images.
  • Page 129 Selecting a method connecting Turning camera with camera to other devices button Power [USB Connection] .._ (_etti B Connection ........ I The camera is not turned on. To turn on the camera, press the ON/OFF When the camera is connected to Auto another device, the settings selection button.
  • Page 130 Selecting camera sound its volume [Sound Settings] ii2/3 Selects the camera sounds (operation sounds, shutter sound, and Sound Type warning sound). Volume 0/1/2/ i4/5 Selects the operation volume of camera buttons. Volume 0 1 2Z_4/5 Se ects the mage p ayback vo ume. Resetting the file names of pictures...
  • Page 131 Adjusting image processing Adjusting brightness of the monitor d..m./] function [Pixel Mapping] _ (Se_tings Menu 2) _ Pixe] Mapping I' (Se_tings Menu 2) _ Irml .............. This function has already been adjusted at factory To adjust monitor brightness shipping, and no adjustment is needed right ,_', Use/kV to adjust the brightness while viewing the after purchase.
  • Page 132 To play back camera images on a TV • Connection via AV cable 'i" Use the camera to select the same video signal system as the one of connected TV ([NTSC]/[PAL]). _2' Connect the TV and camera. TG-820 TG-620 jco __;e_[, too t )ha_TV :idl e o_;_t t ack wh,te...
  • Page 133 TG-820 TG-620 HDMI micro connector _'-- Connectto the HDMI _" connector on the TV. Open tile connector cover Jnthe direction of the arrow. HDMI cabb (sold separate4y:CB-HDI) For details on changing the input source of the TV, refer to the TV's instruction manual. When the camera and TV are connected by both an AV cable and an HDMI cable, the HDMI cable will take priority.
  • Page 134 Saving battery power between shots Choosing home and alternate time [Power Save] zones [World Time] _: (Settings Menu 2) _ Bow#r Saye _ (Settings Menu 3)_ Wor!d !ime You will not be able to select a time zone using [World Time] if the camera clock has not first been set using [_)].
  • Page 135 Restoring data camera [Reset Database] _ (Sett!ngs Menu 3) 1_ Reset Database Playback will become available by performing [Reset Database) when the Photo surfing function is not activated properly. However, data such as collections and other groups created with the ib (PC software) is deleted from the database in the camera.
  • Page 136 To adjust the tap control i" Select [Calibrate] in Submenu 2 and press the _) button. (2_ Select the part to adjust with A V and press the _) button. _) Select the [Str] setting with AVand press [>. 4" Select the [Intvl] setting with A V and press the _) button.
  • Page 137 Dire_t printing (PictBridg_ _)............. Turn on the printer, and then connect printer and camera.- By connecting the camera to a PictBridge-compatible printer, you can print images directly without using a TG-820 TG-620 computer. To find out if your printer supports PictBridge, refer to the printer's instruction manual.
  • Page 138 To exit printing Use /XV to select [Size] (Submenu 3), and After a selected image is displayed on the screen, press disconnect the USB cable from the camera and printer. If the [Printpaper] screen is not displayed, the [Size], [Borderless], and [Pics/Sheet] are set to the printer's Changing the printer's settings...
  • Page 139 To make detailed printer settings Press the (_ button. i" Use Av<_D to select the setting, and press the (_) button. _ to 10 This selects the number of prints. Selecting [With] prints the images with the date. Date With_i_:i Selecting [Without] prints the images without the date.
  • Page 140 Print Reservations (DPQ_) Use <]D to select the image for print reservation. Use /XV to select the quantity. In print reservations, the number of prints and date imprint Press the (°3 button. option ere saved in the image on the card. This enables easy printing at e printer or print shop supporting DPOF Use AV to select...
  • Page 141 Resetting the print reservation data Follow Steps 1 and 2 in [_,] (p. 57). Use AV to select [_,], and press the _) button. Use AV to select [Keep] and press the (°3 button. Use <]D to select the image with the print reservation you want to cancel.
  • Page 142 If the camera does not work as intended, or if an error • With prolonged camera use, the internal message is displayed on the screen, and you are unsure temperature may increase, resulting in automatic of what to do, refer to the information below to fix the shutdown.
  • Page 143 Error message When one of the messages below is displayed on the Problem with selected image monitor, check the corrective action. Use photo retouch software, etc. to The Image Cannot edit the image on a computer. Be Edited Battery problem Card problem Charge the battery.
  • Page 144 When you are unsure of h ow to take apicture that you envision, refer to the i nformation below. Object with no vertical lines *_ Focusing It is also effective to compose the shot by holding the camera vertically to focus, and then returning to the "Focusing on the subject"...
  • Page 145 • Taking pictures of a white beach or snow scene Set the mode to [_: Beach & Snow] or [_ Snow]* (p. 25/. * TG-82g only "Taking pictures without camera shake" • Taking pictures using exposure compensation • Taking pictures using [Image Stabilizer] (p.
  • Page 146 Playback/Editing tips ..............Image quality "Taking sharper pictures" • Taking pictures with the optical zoom or super- resolution zoom "Playing images in the internal memory card" Avoid using digital zoom (p. 37) to take pictures. • Remove card display images •...
  • Page 147 • This camera uses one Olympus lithium ion battery Exterior (LI-50B). No other type of batteries can be used. • Wipe gently with a soft cloth. If the camerais verydirty, soak the cloth in mild soapy water and wring well. Wipe...
  • Page 148 Cards compatible with this camera SD/SDHC/SDXC/Eye-Fi card (for compatibility card details, visit the Olympus website.) A charger (UC-50: sold separately) can be used to charge the battery. Using your charger and USB-AC adapter abroad • The charger and USB-AC adapter can be used in...
  • Page 149 Checking image saving location Readout/recording process of the card The memory indicator shows whether the internal memory During shooting, the current memory indicator lights up or card is being used during shooting and playback. in red while the camera is writing data. Never open the battery/card/connector cover or unplug the USB cable.
  • Page 150 Number of storable pictures (still images)/Continuous recording length (movies) in the internal memory cards The figures in the following tables are quoted only as a rough guideline. The actual number of storable pictures or continuous recording lengths will differ according to the shooting conditions and memory cards used. The figures in the table below are the number of the storable pictures when using the internal memory formatted.
  • Page 151 (16 ft.) more details of Olympus' testing conditions, please refer The waterproof feature may be compromised if the camera to the Olympus website for your local area. subject to substantial or excessive impact. Shock resistance: The anti-shock feature w'arrants .2 the...
  • Page 152 (and seals) are replaced annually. _" Insert battery then close lock the battery/ For the Olympus distributors or service stations where card/connector cover firmly so that the lock makes the waterproof packing can be replaced, visit...
  • Page 153 Attachments For your safety, and to avoid damaging notice any unusual odors, noise, or smoke around product, use only accessories recommended by Olympus unplug the power plug from wall outlet immediately stop using it, Then, contact an authorized distributor service...
  • Page 154 DANGER • Before loading, always inspect the battery carefully for leaks, • The camera uses a lithium ion battery specified by Olympus. discoloration, warping, or any other abnormality. Charge the battery with the specified USB-AC adapter • The battery may become hot during prolonged...
  • Page 155 • This camera uses a lithium ion battery specified by Olympus product, never leave the camera in the places listed below, Do not use any other type of battery matter if in use or storage: •...
  • Page 156 • Olympus reserves a]] rights to this manual • Consult your dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help Only the OLYMPUS-supplied USB cable should Warning be used to connect the camera to USB enabled personal Unauthorized photographing...
  • Page 157 Product Address: 3500 Corporate Parkway, RO. Box 61 O. to any of Olympus Service Centers, following the procedure Center Valley, PA 18034-0610. U.SA set forth below (See "WHAT TO DO WHEN SERVICE...
  • Page 158 BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR SPECIAL DAMAGES OF ANY KIND (INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION LOSS OF PROFITS LOSS OF USE), WHETHER OR NOT OLYMPUS SHALL OR SHOULD BE AWARE OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH POTENTIAL LOSS OR DAMAGE,...
  • Page 159 Product serial number corresponding to the serial number on the Product (unless it is a model on which Olympus does not place and record serial numbers) 3 A detailed description of the problem. 4 Sample prints, negatives, digital prints...
  • Page 160 Olympus or an in a safe place Olympus authorized service station Please refer to the list on the web site: http://vww¢olympus c. Any defect or damage that occurs due to transport, a fall, corn for the authorized internafiona] Olympus service shock, etc.
  • Page 161 Olympus's option replaced, free of in particular any loss or damage caused to any film or lenses charge.
  • Page 162 Those terms and other third party software notices, if any, may be found in the software notice PDF file stored within the accompanying CD-ROM or at http:llwww.olympus.co.jp/enlsupport/imsgl digicamera/downtoad/notice/notice.cfm Powered by ARCSOFT. EN:79...
  • Page 163 2000 up to 2099 _stem Water resistance Type Equivalent to IEC Standard publication 529 IPX8 (under OLYMPUS test conditions), available in the following depths. TG-820:10 m Meaning Camera can normally be used under water at a specified water pressure.
  • Page 164 Dust resistance IEC Standard publication 529 IP6X (under OLYMPUS test conditions) Operating environment -20 °C to 60 °C (-4 °F to 140 °F) (storage) Humidity 30 % to 90 % (operation)/10 % to 90 % (storage) P..pply One Oiympus iiihium ion baiie_ il_i_50Bi oi sepaiaieiy soid USB_AC adapier Dimensions TG-820:101.4...
  • Page 165 OLYMPUS KOREA CO., LTD. 10F, Olympus Tower A, 114-9, Samsung-dong, Gangnam-gu, Seoul, Korea. 135-090 http://www.olympus.co.kr TeL 1544-3200 OLYMPUS (MALAYSIA) SDN, BHD, 10-8, Menara 1 MK, Kompleks 'I Mont Kiara', No.l, Jalan Kiara, Mont Kiara, 50480 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Te1:+603-6411 0000/Fax:+603-6411...
  • Page 166 Fax: +86-28-86703532 Zip: 610016 OLYMPUS HONG KONG CHINA LiMiTED Digital Camera Repair Centre L4207, Office Tower, Langham Place, 8 Argyle Street, Mongkok, Kowloon, Hong Kon 9 Customer Hotline: +852-2376-2150 Fax: +852-2375-0630 htt p://www.olym pu s.com.hk © 2012 OLYMPUS iMAGiNG CORP. VM301301...

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