Ricoh Caplio RR10 Owner Manual

Introduction

Thank you for purchasing a Ricoh product. This manual explains the correct handling procedures and precautions for your camera. To ensure the best performance, please read the manual thoroughly before using the camera. Keep the manual handy for quick future reference.

Test Shots

Check that your camera is recording the images correctly by taking a number of test shots.

Reproduction or alteration of copyrighted documents, magazines, music and other materials, other than for personal, home or similarly limited purposes, without the consent of the copyright holder is prohibited.

Exemption from Liability

Ricoh Co., Ltd. assumes no liability for failure to record or play back images caused by malfunction of this product.

Warranty

This product is manufactured to local speciﬁcations and the warranty is valid within the country of purchase. Should the product fail or malfunction while you are abroad, the manufacturer assumes no responsibility for servicing the product locally or bearing the expenditure incurred therefor.

Ricoh Co., Ltd.

Radio Interference

Operating this product in the vicinity of other electronic equipment may adversely affect the performance of both devices. In particular, operating the camera close to a radio or television may lead to interference. If interference occurs, follow the procedures below. – Move the camera as far away as possible from the TV, radio or other device – Reorient the TV or radio antenna. – Plug the devices into separate electrical outlets.

• Ricoh reserves the right to change the contents of this publication without notice.

• Considerable care was taken in preparing this manual. If, however, you have questions about any part of the manual, or note mistakes or inaccuracies, please contact us at the address listed on the back cover.

Microsoft, MS and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States of America and other countries. Macintosh is a registered trademark of Apple Computer, Inc., in the United States of America and other countries.

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How to Read the Operation Manuals

The following operation manuals are supplied with this camera. Refer to the appropriate manual for instructions relating to the required operation.

Open the package

Check the contents of the package. (p.2)

Basic operation

Digital Camera Operation Manual (this manual)

This manual explains how to operate the camera, from the preparations that are necessary before using the camera to instructions on how to use the various shooting functions and play back files.

Transfer images to PC (Supplied by CD-ROM)

Windows

This manual explains how to install the necessary software, how to connect the camera to the PC, and how to use RICOH Gate to transfer files between the camera and the PC.

Macintosh

This manual explains how to install the necessary software, how to connect the camera to the Macintosh, and how to use RICOH Gate to transfer files between the camera and the Macintosh.

RICOH Gate for Windows

RICOH Gate for Macintosh

Checking the Package Contents

Check that your digital camera comes complete with the following items. Read the warranty card and keep it in a safe place.

Caplio RR10 RICOH BASE

Arm

* Required when the

camera is connected to a PC and is used as a PC camera

AV cable

Rechargeable battery

AC adapter

USB cable

AC adapter converter

SD memory card 8MB CD-ROM (software)

Wrist strap Soft case

Software Agreement Warranty card

Operation manuals

How to Read the Operation Manuals............................................................1

Checking the Package Contents...................................................................2

Basic Operation/Quick Reference.................................................................8

Getting Started.......................................................................................................... 8

Shooting .................................................................................................................... 9

Playback ................................................................................................................. 10

Erasing .................................................................................................................... 11

Names of Parts ...........................................................................................12

Safety Precautions......................................................................................14

Chapter 1 GETTING STARTED ....................................................... 19

Before Using the Camera ...........................................................................20

Attaching the Wrist Strap ........................................................................................ 20

Powering the Camera .................................................................................21

Loading the Battery................................................................................................. 21

Charging the Battery............................................................................................... 22

Using the AC Adapter............................................................................................. 24

Storage Media.............................................................................................25

Inserting the SD Memory Card ............................................................................... 26

Formatting an SD Memory Card ............................................................................. 27

Chapter 2 MASTERING BASIC OPERATION ................................. 29

Turning the Camera On and Off .................................................................30

Using the Mode Dial....................................................................................31

Explanation of the Data Displays................................................................32

Before You Start Recording........................................................................34

Setting the Date and Time ...................................................................................... 34

How to Hold the Camera......................................................................................... 35

Adjusting the Focus ................................................................................................ 36

Changing the Size of the Subject .............................................................. (Zoom)38

Changing the PIC (Image Quality) Mode................................................................ 38

Adjusting the Brightness of the LCD Monitor.......................................................... 39

Chapter 3 SHOOTING ...................................................................... 41

Basic Shooting............................................................................................42

Operation Flow........................................................................................................ 42

Still Picture Mode .................................................................................................... 43

Text Mode ............................................................................................................... 45

Continuous Shooting Mode..................................................................................... 46

Motion Picture Mode ............................................................................................... 47

Voice Memo Mode .................................................................................................. 48

Shooting Functions .....................................................................................50

Flash Mode ............................................................................................................. 50

Exposure Compensation......................................................................................... 52

White Balance ......................................................................................................... 54

Macro Mode............................................................................................................ 55

Images with Voice Memo........................................................................................ 57

Manual Focus.......................................................................................................... 58

Date Imprint Mode .................................................................................................. 60

ISO Setting .............................................................................................................. 61

Red-eye Reduction Mode ....................................................................................... 62

Time Exposure Mode .............................................................................................. 64

Setting the Brightness Control ................................................................................ 65

Digital Zoom............................................................................................................ 67

Chapter 4 PLAYBACK/DELETING .................................................. 69

Basic Playback............................................................................................70

Playing Still Picture/Text/Continuous Files .............................................................. 70

Playing a Voice Memo File...................................................................................... 71

Playing a Motion Picture File................................................................................... 73

Playing Files on a TV............................................................................................... 74

Various Playback Functions........................................................................76

Thumbnail Display .................................................................................................. 76

Zoom Playback ....................................................................................................... 77

Protecting a File ...................................................................................................... 78

Auto Playback ......................................................................................................... 81

DPOF....................................................................................................................... 82

Voice Memo ............................................................................................................ 87

Playing Music..............................................................................................90

Playing Music.......................................................................................................... 91

Deleting the Music Data.......................................................................................... 92

Deleting Files ..............................................................................................93

Deleting a Single File .............................................................................................. 93

Deleting All Files ..................................................................................................... 94

Chapter 5 CAMERA SETTINGS AND OTHER FUNCTIONS .......... 95

Changing the Camera Settings...................................................................96

Keep Settings.......................................................................................................... 96

Changing the LCD Confirmation Time .................................................................... 97

Changing the Auto Power Off Setting ..................................................................... 98

Changing the Beep Sound Setting ......................................................................... 99

Changing the Power Saving Mode ....................................................................... 100

Changing the File Numbering System .................................................................. 100

Changing the Display Language .......................................................................... 101

Changing the Video-out Signal Method ................................................................ 102

Initializing the Settings .......................................................................................... 103

Using the Remote Control.........................................................................105

Appendix............................................................................................ 107

Troubleshooting ........................................................................................108

Error Messages.........................................................................................113

Using Your Camera in Other Countries ....................................................114

Recording Capacities................................................................................115

System Configuration ...............................................................................116

Optional Accessories ................................................................................117

Handling Precautions................................................................................118

Care and Storage......................................................................................119

Specifications............................................................................................120

About the Warranty and Servicing ............................................................124

Index .........................................................................................................126

Alphabetical Index ................................................................................................ 126

Functional Index.................................................................................................... 128

Memo .................................................................................................................... 132

How to Extend the Recording and Playback Times......................................................22

Tips

To protect important data..............................................................................................26

Auto Power Off..............................................................................................................30

HOLD Switch ................................................................................................................30

LCD Monitor Display Function......................................................................................33

How to verify the date and time....................................................................................34

Focus Lock Shooting ....................................................................................................44

Meaning of Symbols

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Important

Note

Tips

This indicates points or restrictions relating to operation requiring your attention.

This indicates a supplementary explanation of the operation concerned or points you should know.

This indicates information that it is useful to know when operating the camera.

This indicates the reference page for the function or operation concerned.

Basic Operation/Quick Reference

This section explains basic operation of the camera. For more detailed information, refer to the reference page mentioned.

Getting Started

Battery SD memory card

Load the battery. (p.21)

Slide open the battery cover and load the battery.

* Charge the battery before loading it in the camera. (p.22)

Insert a storage media. (p.26)

Slide the card cover switch to open the card cover and insert an SD memory card.

* When using a new SD memory card, be sure to format it first with the camera. (p.27)

Setting the Date and Time (p.34)

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Set the mode dial to [ ].

Press the or button to select [DATE SETTING] and press the button.

SET UP

BEEP SOUND POWER SAVE SEQ.FILE NO. DATE SETTING LANGUAGE

ON OFF ON

ENGLISH

SELECT:

2/3

Press the , buttons to set the date and time.

Press the or button to highlight the item you wish to adjust, and press the or button to adjust the item.

SET DATE/TIME

CANCEL:CANCEL

Press the ENTER button.

2001

00 00

and

SEL.:ENTER

0101

Shooting

2001/07/15 11:25

Turn on the camera. (p.30)

Slide the power switch to turn on the camera.

Set the mode dial to [ ]. (p.31)

Select the PIC (image quality) mode. (p.38)

Press the PIC button to select the image quality mode.

Compose the picture. (p.38)

Press the button to make the subject larger and the button to make the subject smaller.

Record the image. (p.36)

Press the shutter release button halfway to lock the focus, and then press the shutter release button fully without releasing it.

N 1600

Using the Flash (p.50)

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Set the mode dial to [ ] or [ ].

Press the button to select a ﬂash mode.

You can choose from four ﬂash modes: Flash Off, Auto, Forced Flash and Slow Synchro.

2001/07/15 11:25

N 1600

Press the shutter release button to record the image.

Playback

100-0005

2001/07/15 11:25

Turn on the camera. (p.30)

Slide the power switch to turn on the camera.

Set the mode dial to [ ]. (p.31)

Select a ﬁle. (p.70)

Press the button to display the previous ﬁle and the button to display the next ﬁle.

Displaying Multiple Files (Thumbnail Display) (p.76)

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Set the mode dial to [ ] and press the MENU button.

Press the button to select and press the ENTER button.

THUMBNAIL

Press the , to change the ﬁle.

Press the button when the selected ﬁle is on the top row to display the previous nine ﬁles, and press the button when the selected ﬁle is on the bottom row to display the next nine ﬁles.

or button

100-0005

5/26

1600

5/26

1600

2001/07/15 11:25

To return to single image display

Press the MENU button to display the menu and press the ENTER button. The screen will return to single image display and the selected ﬁle will be displayed.

Erasing

DELETE ONE

Turn on the camera. (p.30)

Slide the power switch to turn the camera on.

Set the mode dial to [ ]. (p.31)

Select the ﬁle you want to delete and press the MENU button. (p.93)

Press the button to display the previous ﬁle and the button to display the next ﬁle.

Check that the symbol is highlighted and press the ENTER button. (p.93)

Press the shutter release button.

Names of Parts

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Camera

Front

Shutter release button (p.36)

Power switch (p.30)

Flash sensor

Flash

Lens

(Blinks when connected to PC.)

Back

Card cover (p.26)

Card cover switch (p.26)

Charging lamp (p.23)

Reset switch (p.113)

Wrist strap eyelet (p.20)

DIGITAL terminal cover switch (p.74)

DIGITAL terminal cover (p.74)

DIGITAL (AV/USB) terminal

Battery cover (p.21)

Power supply terminal (DC-input) cover (p.24)

(p.74)

Operating parts

Speaker (p.71)

PIC button (p.38)

button (p.51)

button

/Zoom button (

) (p.38)

Earphone

terminal

Microphone

LCD monitor

(p.32, p.36)

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RICOH BASE

Camera

setting parts

Remote

control

reception

START key

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AC adapter

AC-3

Mode dial (p.31)

Flash LED Autofocus LED

MENU/ENTER button

CANCEL button

DISPLAY button

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Arm

(Required when the camera is connected to a PC)

Power supply terminal (DC-input) (p.105)

DIGITAL (AV/USB) terminal (p.105)

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Rechargeable battery

DB-40

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Remote control unit (optional)

DR-4

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AC adapter converter

Power supply terminal (DC-input)

Safety Precautions

Warning Symbols

Various symbols are used throughout this instruction manual and on the product to prevent physical harm to you or other people and damage to property. The symbols and their meanings are explained below.

Danger

Warning

Caution

Sample Warnings

This symbol indicates matters that may lead to imminent risk of death or serious injury if ignored or incorrectly handled.

This symbol indicates matters that may lead to death or serious injury if ignored or incorrectly handled.

This symbol indicates matters that may lead to injury or physical damage if ignored or incorrectly handled.

The symbol alerts you to actions that must be performed.

The symbol alerts you to prohibited actions. The symbol may be combined with other symbols to indicate that a speciﬁc action is prohibited. Examples

Do not touch Do not disassemble

Observe the following precautions to ensure safe use of this equipment.

Danger

Do not attempt to disassemble, repair or alter the equipment yourself. The

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high-voltage circuitry in the equipment poses signiﬁcant electrical hazard.

Do not attempt to disassemble, alter or directly solder the battery.

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Do not put the battery in a ﬁre, attempt to heat it, use it in a high

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temperature environment such as next to a ﬁre or inside a car, or abandon it. Do not put it into water or the sea or allow it to get wet.

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Do not attempt to pierce the battery with a needle, hit it with a hammer, stand on it, drop it or subject it to severe impact.

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Do not use batteries that are signiﬁcantly damaged or deformed.

Warning

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Turn off the power immediately in the event of irregularity, such as the equipment emitting smoke or a strange smell. Remove the battery as soon as possible, being careful to avoid electric shocks or burns. If you are drawing power from a household electrical outlet, be sure to unplug the power cord from the outlet to avoid ﬁre or electrical hazards. Discontinue use of the equipment immediately if it is malfunctioning. Contact the nearest service center at your earliest convenience.

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Turn off the power immediately if any metallic object, water, liquid or other foreign object gets into the equipment. Remove the battery as soon as possible, being careful to avoid electric shocks or burns. If you are drawing power from a household electrical outlet, be sure to unplug the power cord from the outlet to avoid ﬁre or electrical hazards. Discontinue use of the equipment immediately if it is malfunctioning. Contact the nearest service center at your earliest convenience.

Warning

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Avoid any contact with the liquid crystal inside the LCD monitor, should the monitor be damaged. Follow the emergency measures below in the following circumstances.

• SKIN: If any of the liquid crystal gets on your skin, wipe it off and rinse the affected area thoroughly with water, then wash well with soap.

• EYES: If it gets in your eyes, wash your eyes with clean water for at least 15 minutes and seek medical advice immediately.

• INGESTION: If any of the liquid crystal is ingested, rinse the mouth out thoroughly with water. Have the victim drink a large amount of water and induce vomiting. Seek medical assistance immediately.

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Follow these precautions to prevent the batteries from leaking, overheating, igniting or exploding.

• Do not use batteries other than those specifically recommended for the equipment.

• Do not carry or store together with metal objects such as ballpoint pens, necklaces, coins, hairpins, etc.

• Do not put the battery into a microwave or high pressure container.

• If leakage of battery fluid or a strange odor, color change, etc. is noticed

during use or during charging, remove the battery from the camera immediately and keep away from fire.

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Please observe the following in order to prevent ﬁre, electrical shock or cracking due to the battery charging.

• Use only the indicated power supply voltage. Also avoid bunching wiring and extension cords.

• Do not damage, bundle or alter power cords. Also, do not place heavy objects on power cords, or strongly pull or bend power cords.

• Do not connect or disconnect the power plug with wet hands. Always grip the plug section when disconnecting a power cord.

• Do not wrap in cloth, etc., during use.

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Keep the battery and SD memory card used in this equipment out of the reach of children to prevent accidental ingestion. Consumption is harmful to human beings. If swallowed, seek medical assistance immediately.

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Keep the equipment out of the reach of children. Children cannot understand and observe the items in “Safety Precautions” and “Precautions for use” and can thus cause an accident to occur.

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Do not touch the internal components of the equipment if they become exposed as a result of being dropped or damaged. The high-voltage circuitry in the equipment could lead to an electric shock. Remove the battery as soon as possible, being careful to avoid electric shocks or burns. Take the equipment to your nearest dealer or service center if it is damaged.

Warning

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Do not use the equipment in the bathroom or shower as this could result in ﬁre or electric shock.

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Do not use the equipment near ﬂammable gases, gasoline, benzine, thinner or similar substances to avoid the risk of explosion, ﬁre or burns.

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Do not use the equipment in aircraft or other locations where usage is restricted or prohibited as this may lead to disasters or accidents.

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Wipe off any dust that accumulates on the electrical plug as this may lead to ﬁre.

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Use only the speciﬁed AC adapter (AC-3) in household electrical outlets. Other adapters pose the risk of ﬁre, electric shock or injury.

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To avoid the risk of ﬁre, electric shock or injury, do not use the AC adapter with commercially available electronic transformers when traveling abroad.

Observe the following precautions to ensure safe use of this unit.

Caution

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Contact with ﬂuid leaking from a battery can lead to burns. If part of your body comes in contact with a damaged battery, wash the area with water immediately. (Do not use soap.) If a battery starts to leak, remove it immediately from the equipment and wipe the battery chamber thoroughly before replacing it with a new battery.

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Plug the power cords securely into the electrical outlets. Loose cords pose a ﬁre hazard.

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Do not allow the camera to get wet. In addition, do not operate it with wet hands. Both pose the risk of electric shock.

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Do not ﬁre the ﬂash at drivers of vehicles, such as bicycles, cars and trains, as this may cause the driver to lose control and result in a trafﬁc accident.

Safety Precautions for Accessories

Safety Precautions for the optional accessories, such as the remote control unit are contained in the instruction manual provided with each product and should be read thoroughly before operating the equipment.

Chapter

GETTING STARTED

Before Using the Camera................................................20

Attaching the Wrist Strap................................................................ 20

Powering the Camera ......................................................21

Charging the Battery ...................................................................... 22

Loading the Battery ........................................................................ 21

Using the AC Adapter..................................................................... 24

Storage Media.................................................................25

Inserting the SD Memory Card....................................................... 26

Formatting an SD Memory Card .................................................... 27

Before Using the Camera

Attaching the Wrist Strap

Attach the wrist strap to the camera.

Important

• Do not swing the camera around by the strap.

Pass the end of the strap through the wrist strap eyelet on the camera.

Powering the Camera

This section explains how to load and charge the battery and how to power the camera from a household electrical outlet

Loading the Battery

Load the rechargeable battery (DB-40) in the camera before

operating.

Check that the camera is turned off and slide the battery cover open.

mmmmSee “Turning the Camera On and Off” (p.30).

Load the battery and close the battery cover.

Make sure that the battery cover is closed securely.

GETTING STARTED

Important

• Be sure to charge the battery before using it for the ﬁrst time. (The battery is not charged at the time it leaves the factory.) See “Charging the Battery” (p.22).

Important

• Keep metal objects, such as needles, away from the battery contact surfaces and electrical connections. Electrostatic damage could result.

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Shooting and playback guidelines

The table below shows the approximate recording and playback times as measured under the following conditions.

[Measuring conditions]

Shooting :Shooting continuously in a recording mode with the

Playback :The camera is left turned on in a playback mode at a

power turned on (at intervals of 30 seconds, without turning off the camera between shots, with the ﬂash ﬁred for 50% of the shots, at a temperature of 20°C)

temperature of 20C°

Note

• If you are using the camera for a long period and there is an electrical outlet nearby, use the AC adapter. See

“Using the AC Adapter” (p.24).

• When powering the camera solely by the battery, you are recommended to keep a spare battery with you.

• If the battery symbol ( ) is displayed on the LCD monitor, it indicates that the battery is running low. Charge the battery. See

“Charging the Battery” (p.22).

(when fully charged)

Battery

Rechargeable

battery DB-40

Tips

How to Extend the Recording and Playback

Approx. recording

time

50 min. 80 min.

Approx. playback

time

Times

Keep the following points in mind when operating the camera.

• The values indicated above tend to decrease depending on the temperature in which the camera is used. In a cold environment, warming the battery in your hands, for example, could increase the number of images you can record.

• Frequent use of the ﬂash, zoom function and LCD monitor will contribute to running down of the battery. Keep their use to a minimum.

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Precautions for Use

• When purchasing a spare battery, be sure to buy only the speciﬁed type.

mmmmSee “Optional Accessories” (p.117).

• Wipe the contacts of the battery and camera with a soft dry cloth.

• When used continuously for a long period, the battery may become hot. Allow to cool before removing.

• If you do not intend to use the camera for a long period, discharge the battery completely before removing it, and store it in a cool place. Charge it fully before using it again.

Charging the Battery

Before using the camera for the ﬁrst time or when charging the battery, follow the procedure below to fully charge the battery.

Set the battery in the camera.

mmmmSee “Loading the Battery” (p.21).

Attach the connection cable of the AC adapter to the RICOH BASE.

Insert the power plug into the electrical outlet.

Place the camera on the RICOH BASE.

Charging will start. The charging lamp on the camera lights during charging and goes off when charging is ﬁnished. Charging takes approximately 3hours at room temperature.

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Precautions for use

• Use only the Ricoh rechargeable battery (DB-40).

• Use the RICOH BASE when charging the battery.

• Do not use the RICOH BASE to charge batteries other than

the DB-40 rechargeable battery.

• Charge the battery in a well-ventilated place with an ambient temperature of 10-40 degrees.

• When the battery reaches the end of its service life, the working time becomes shorter even when it is correctly charged. Replace with a new battery.

• The battery will feel warm when charging is ﬁnished but this is not a malfunction.

• Remove the power plug from the electrical outlet if you do not intend to use the camera for a long period. If left plugged in, it may result in ﬁre.

Note

• You can use the high speed battery charger. (Charging time: Approx. 2 hours at room temperature.) See

“Optional Accessories” (p.117).

GETTING STARTED

Important

• Insert the power plug and connection cable securely. If the plug or cable works loose during recording, the data may be lost or damaged.

• If you turn off the camera or disconnect the AC adapter while operating the camera (recording, playback, deleting, etc.), the data may be lost or damaged.

• If you do not intend to use the camera for a long period, disconnect the AC adapter from the camera and the electrical outlet.

• If you set the AC adapter converter, the power supply terminal (DC-input) cannot be closed.

Using the AC Adapter

When using the camera for a long period to shoot or playback images, connect the AC adapter and power the camera from a household electrical outlet.

About the AC adapter

Be sure to read the safety precautions before use.

Check that the camera is turned off and slide the battery cover open.

mmmmSee “Turning the Camera On and Off” (p.30).

Open the power supply terminal (DCinput) cover, set the AC adapter converter and then close the battery cover.

Connect the AC adapter connection cable to the power supply terminal (DCinput) of the AC adapter converter.

Insert the power plug into the electrical outlet.

Storage Media

This camera records image ﬁles on an SD memory card.

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Precautions for use

• Never insert or remove the card while the camera is turned on.

• Do not bend the card, subject it to strong force or impact, or drop it.

• Avoid using or storing the card in an environment where there is likely to be static electricity or electrical interference.

• Avoid using or storing the card in places that are subject to high temperature and humidity, in dusty places, or in an environment where corrosive substances are present.

• Do not allow dust or foreign matter to get inside the card cover.

• To avoid possible hazards, keep the card away from ﬂames and do not dispose of it in ﬁre.

• The card has a limited service life. If used for a long period, it may fail to record new ﬁles.

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Data

• Data recorded on an SD memory card may be lost by incorrect handling by the user or a third party, by subjecting the card to static electricity or electrical interference, or by malfunction or repair of the camera. Ricoh Co., Ltd. assumes no liability for damages resulting from the loss of recorded data.

• Do not remove the battery, turn off the camera, or connect the AC adapter while data is being recorded on the card. The data stored on the card could be lost or damaged.

• You are advised to copy important data onto another media, such as a CD-R/RW or hard disk.

GETTING STARTED

Note

• SD memory cards with a capacity of up to 64MB can be used on this camera.

About the Memory Card

You are recommended to use an SD memory card. If you are using an MMC (Multi-Media Card), the following points should be noted.

• You cannot record motion pictures.

• The processing speed is slow.

* On account of the above limitations, we cannot guarantee

operation of MMC.

* Please note you cannot use some manufacturers’ MMCs.

Tips

To protect important data

• To avoid accidental recording or deleting of data, set the writeprotect switch to [LOCK]. Release the lock to record or delete data.

• Keep the metal terminal parts of the memory card clean.

• If the card becomes damaged, it may result in loss of data.

Write-protect switch

Inserting the SD Memory Card

Important

• Be sure to turn the camera off before inserting or removing the card as this could result in loss or damage of the data stored on the card, or malfunction of the camera.

• You cannot record or delete data or format the SD memory card when the write-protect switch is set to [LOCK]. Release the lock ﬁrst. See “To protect important data” (p.26).

• Before using a new card or a card that has been used on other equipment (such as a PC), format the card with the camera ﬁrst. See

“Formatting an SD Memory Card” (p.27).

Turn the camera off before inserting the SD memory card.

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Inserting the card

Check that the camera is turned off.

mmmmSee “Turning the Camera On and Off” (p.30).

Slide the card cover switch in the direction shown by the arrow and open the card cover.

Insert the card with the label facing toward you.

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Removing the card

Check that the camera is turned off.

mmmmSee “Turning the Camera On and Off” (p.30).

Slide the card cover switch to open the card cover. Push the card in and then pull it out.

The card eject function is activated by pushing the card in. Keep the card horizontal when pulling it out.

Formatting an SD Memory Card

Format an SD memory card. Before using a new SD memory card or an SD memory card that has been used on another device (such as a PC), format the card with the camera ﬁrst.

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Operation Map

GETTING STARTED

Important

• Formatting will delete all the ﬁles recorded on the card (including protected ﬁles).

• Some SD memory cards formatted with other devices cannot be used.

SETUP mode

Slide the power switch toward POWER and turn the camera on.

mmmmSee “Turning the Camera On and Off” (p.30).

Set the mode dial to [ ].

Press the or button to select [FORMAT] and press the button.

SET UP

FORMAT KEEP SETTING DIGITAL ZOOM LCD CONFIRM. AUTO OFF

Press the shutter release button.

FORMAT MEMORY CARD

CANCEL:CANCEL

The [FORMATTING] message will be displayed. When formatting is completed, the screen will return to the SET UP menu.

OFF 1SEC. 1MIN.

SELECT:

START:RELEASE

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Chapter

MASTERING BASIC OPERATION

Turning the Camera On and Off ......................................30

Using the Mode Dial........................................................31

Explanation of the Data Displays ....................................32

Before You Start Recording .............................................34

Setting the Date and Time.............................................................. 34

How to Hold the Camera ................................................................ 35

Adjusting the Focus........................................................................ 36

Changing the Size of the Subject (Zoom) ...................................... 38

Changing the PIC (Image Quality) Mode ....................................... 38

Adjusting the Brightness of the LCD Monitor ................................. 39

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