The serial number may be found on the bottom of the lens.
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Package Contents
Before using your Ricoh lens, conrm that the package contains the items
listed below.
Camera unit
The serial number may be found on the bottom.
Connector cap
Comes attached to the camera unit.
Soft case
Lens cap
Comes attached to the camera unit.
Instruction manual
(this manual)
Warranty
Introduction
To use this lens, you need to attach it to a compatible camera body.
Refer to the Camera Body User Guide for details about how to operate shooting and
playback functions and change settings and to read important precautions for use. This
instruction manual will refer to this lens as the “camera unit” and will explain functions
and operating procedures that are available only when this camera unit is used with a
compatible camera body. See also the GXR Camera Body User Guide.
To make the best use of this product’s functions, read this manual thoroughly before
use. Please keep this manual handy for ease of reference.
Ricoh Co., Ltd.
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Safety precautionsRead all safety precautions thoroughly to ensure safe use.
Test shotsTake test shots to ensure that the camera is working properly
CopyrightReproduction or alteration of copyrighted documents, magazines,
Exemption from liabilityRicoh Co., Ltd. assumes no liability for failure to record or display
WarrantyThe warranty supplied with this product is only valid within the
Radio interferenceOperating this product in the vicinity of other electronic
before taking photos on important occasions.
and other materials, other than for personal, home, or other
similarly limited purposes, without the consent of the copyright
holder, is prohibited.
images as a result of product malfunction.
country of purchase. The manufacturer assumes no responsibility
for servicing the product in other countries or bearing any
expense thereby incurred.
equipment may adversely aect both the camera and the other
device. Interference is particularly likely if the camera is used
in close proximity to a radio or television. This can be resolved
by moving the camera as far as possible from the other device,
reorienting the radio or television antenna, or plugging the radio
or television into a dierent outlet.
Every eort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information in this document. Should you nevertheless
notice any errors or omissions, we would be grateful if you would notify us at the address listed on the back cover
of this booklet.
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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
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.
Sample Warnings
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 specic action
is prohibited.
Examples
= Do not touch = Do not disassemble
Observe the following precautions to ensure safe use of this unit.
Danger
Do not attempt to disassemble, repair or alter the equipment yourself. The highvoltage circuitry in the equipment poses signicant electrical hazard.
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Warning
Keep the equipment out of the reach of children.
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.
Do not use the equipment in wet areas as this could result in re or electric shock.
Do not use the equipment near ammable gases, gasoline, benzene, thinner or
similar substances to avoid the risk of explosion, re or burns.
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Do not use the equipment in locations where usage is restricted or prohibited as
this may lead to disasters or accidents.
Caution
Do not allow the equipment to get wet. In addition, do not operate it with wet hands.
Both pose the risk of electric shock.
Safety Precautions
for Accessories
When using optional products, carefully read the instructions
provided with the product before using that product.