Ricoh RDC-6000 Owner Manual

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Operation Manual

To ensure correct use of your digital camera, read this manual carefully before use. Keep the manual handy for future reference.

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Introduction

Thank you for purchasing a Ricoh digital camera. 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.

Ricoh Co., Ltd.

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 the digital camera.

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.

Radio Interference

Operating the digital camera 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.

• The illustrations in this manual may differ from this product. Those are used for the illustration purposes only.

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. All trademarked company and product names mentioned in this manual are the property of their respective owners.

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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.

RWarning

RCaution

Sample Warnings

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 o symbol alerts you to actions that must be performed.

The m symbol alerts you to prohibited actions.

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

RWarning

The m symbol may be combined with other symbols to indicate that a specific action is prohibited.

● Examples

Do not touch qDo not disassemble

● Turn off the power immediately in the event of irregularity, such as the equipment emitting smoke or a strange smell. Remove the batteries 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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RWarning

● Turn off the power immediately if any metallic object, water, liquid or other foreign object gets into the equipment. Remove the batteries 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.

● 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.

● 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.

• If a strange odor, color change, etc., is noticed either

during use or during charging, disconnect the camera immediately.

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RWarning

o m

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

• 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.

● Keep the equipment out of the reach of children. Their inability to read and understand warnings and safety precautions may lead to accidents.

● Keep this product out of the reach of children. Children cannot understand and observe the items in “Safety Precautions” and “Usage Precautions” and can thus cause a malfunction to occur.

● 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 batteries 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 attempt to disassemble, repair or alter the equipment yourself. The high-voltage circuitry in the equipment poses significant electrical hazard.

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

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RWarning

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

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

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

● Use only the specified AC adapters (supplied) for this equipment in household electrical outlets. Other adapters pose the risk of fire, electric shock or injury.

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

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

RCaution

● Contact with fluid leaking from a battery can lead to

o m

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.

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

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

● 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.

● Do not grasp batteries with metallic tweezers as this may

Safety Warnings for Accessories

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

form a short circuit and lead to fire or electric shock.

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CONTENTS

Safety Precautions............................................................................... 1

Camera Features ................................................................................. 9

Parts & Names................................................................................... 10

Explanation of LCD Monitor Displays................................................ 12

LCD Monitor ........................................................................................ 12

LCD Panel ........................................................................................... 14

Menus ................................................................................................ 16

Basic Operation/Quick Reference ..................................................... 19

Preparations ........................................................................................ 19

Shooting .............................................................................................. 20

Playback .............................................................................................. 21

Erasing ................................................................................................ 22

Chapter 1 GETTING STARTED

Before Using the Camera .................................................................. 24

Checking the Package Contents ........................................................ 24

Attaching the Wrist Strap .................................................................... 24

Powering the Camera ........................................................................ 25

Loading the Battery ............................................................................. 25

Charging the Battery ........................................................................... 27

Using an AC Adapter .......................................................................... 27

SmartMedia Memory Cards............................................................... 29

What is a SmartMedia Memory Card? ............................................... 29

Inserting a SmartMedia Memory Card................................................ 30

Formatting a SmartMedia Memory Card ............................................ 31

Setting the Date and Time ................................................................. 33

Adjusting the LCD Monitor Brightness .............................................. 35

How To Hold the Camera .................................................................. 36

Chapter 2 BASIC SHOOTING

Operation Flow .................................................................................... 40

Turning on the Camera ....................................................................... 41

Selecting PIC (Image quality) Mode ................................................... 42

Selecting Recording Mode.................................................................. 43

Digital Zoom ........................................................................................ 44

How to View Images on the LCD Monitor ..........................................45

Shooting .............................................................................................. 46

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

Recording Motion Picture Mode ......................................................... 50

Changing the Flash Mode................................................................... 51

Setting the Exposure Modes............................................................... 53

Changing the White Balance .............................................................. 56

Using the Self-Timer ........................................................................... 59

Using Focus Lock to Take Pictures .................................................... 60

Focus Modes ....................................................................................... 61

Using the Grid Templates ................................................................... 63

Redeye Reduction Mode .................................................................... 64

Changing the ISO Sensitivity .............................................................. 64

Recording Monochrome Images......................................................... 65

Interval (Time Lapse) Shooting...........................................................66

Using Auto Bracket ............................................................................. 68

Adding Image Quality Modes (Image Enlargement) .......................... 69

Chapter 3 PLAYBACK

Before Starting to Playback Recorded Images ................................. 72

Playback Display................................................................................. 72

Connecting to a TV ............................................................................. 73

Playing Back a File ............................................................................ 74

Playing Back Still Images, Text and Quick Shooting ......................... 75

Playing Back Motion Pictures ............................................................. 76

Special Playback Functions............................................................... 77

Multi Image Playback.......................................................................... 77

Zoom Playback.................................................................................... 78

Auto Playback ..................................................................................... 79

Protecting a File .................................................................................. 80

Setting DPOF (Digital Print Order Format)......................................... 81

Setting a Print Service ........................................................................ 81

Chapter 4 ERASING

Erasing a File (Image) ....................................................................... 86

Erase ................................................................................................... 86

Erase All Images ................................................................................. 87

Erase Selected Files (Images)............................................................ 88

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Chapter 5 MISCELLANEOUS

Transferring Images to a PC ............................................................. 90

Installing Camera Utility Software....................................................... 90

Changing Camera Settings................................................................ 93

Formatting SmartMedia ...................................................................... 93

Keep Settings ...................................................................................... 94

Auto Power Off Setting ....................................................................... 95

Changing the LCD Off Setting ............................................................ 96

Changing OSD (On-Screen Display) Language................................. 97

Changing Video-Out Signal Method (NTSC/PAL).............................. 97

Changing LCD Confirmation ............................................................... 98

Changing the LCD Setting .................................................................. 99

Initializing Settings .............................................................................. 99

Sequence Number Initialization ........................................................ 100

Using the Remote Control ............................................................... 101

Shooting ............................................................................................ 101

Playing............................................................................................... 103

Erasing .............................................................................................. 104

APPENDIX

Accessories...................................................................................... 108

Handling Precautions....................................................................... 109

Care and Storage............................................................................. 110

Troubleshooting ............................................................................... 111

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

About the Warranty and Servicing................................................... 115

Specifications................................................................................... 117

Recording Capacities....................................................................... 119

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Camera Features

● 2,140,000-pixel resolution compact camera

With a 2,140,000-pixel resolution CCD, the compact camera produces high-quality, highresolution images (1600 × 1200). The camera is so light you can carry it with you anywhere.

● Immediate recording

Using the camera is as simple as clicking the shutter release button. Images thus shot are written to a SmartMedia memory card (2/4/8/16/32/64 MB).

● Instant playback

You can instantly review recorded image files simply by switching to Play mode. You can also magnify the images zoom playback or display several images at once (6-image display).

● Multiple image recording modes

The RDC-6000 offers multiple image recording modes to suit your specific photographic needs, including F (Fine) mode, which puts the emphasis on image quality, N (Normal) and E (Economy) mode, which allows you to capture more images than any other mode.

● Digital zoom

The 4.0 × zoom lens allows you to capture subjects in a variety of compositions, from close-ups to shots with a background.

● Natural colors

The white balance feature allows you to capture a subject in its natural colors under any lighting conditions, indoors or outdoors.

● Close-ups

Macro mode for taking close-up shots at distances up to 13 cm (5.1 inches) is ideally suited for taking pictures of flowers and small objects, etc.

● Motion picture

Motion pictures can be recorded in two different image quality modes.

● Monitors images on the TV screen

Connect the digital camera to a TV set with the video interface cable supplied and you can display your image files on the TV screen. You can also connect the camera to a video deck or video printer to dub the images onto a videotape or make full color prints.

● Transfers images to a PC

You can transfer the images onto a PC using software compatible with the digital camera. When loaded onto a PC, the images can be printed on a color printer or color copier.

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Parts & Names

■ Camera Body

Front

Shutter Release Button

Mode Dial

Flash Light ··· P.52 Self Timer LED ··· P.59

Flash Senser

Remote Senser ··· P.101 LENS

Back

Viewfinder Autofocus LED/

flash LED ··· P.46

Power Supply Cover ··· P.27

LCD Monitor ··· P.12 Terminal Cover

PIC (Image Quality) Button ··· P.42

Self Timer Button ··· P.59

Flash Mode Button ··· P.51

LCD Panel ··· P.14

Power Switch

▲▼ Digital Zoom, Upward Downward button

Enter Button

Menu Button

Cancel Button

Video Output Terminal

Display Button ··· P.41

RS232C/AUX Terminal (USB cable can be connected)

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■ Bottom

Wrist Strap Eyelet

SmartMedia Memory Card Cover

Tripod Screw Hole

Brightness Adjustment ··· P.35

Battery Cover

■ AC Adapter

(100V – 240V)

Connection Cable

Power Cord

■ SmartMedia Memory Card

Contact Surface

Write Protect Area

Label Position

■ Rechargeable Battery

DB-20

■ Remote Control Unit

(Optional) (DR-3)

RELEASE

ERASE

FWD

PROGRAM

ENTER

REV

MULTI

REMOTE CONTROLLER

MADE IN JAPAN

DR-3

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Explanation of LCD Monitor Displays

The LCD monitor or the LCD panel displays symbols and figures showing the status of your digital camera, such as the battery level, the number of pictures that can be taken, and the mode settings.

LCD Monitor

■ Recording Mode Display

• Recording Mode Display (Still image, Text, Quick shooting)

!0 !1 !2

10:12 2000/05/15 ISO200 MANUAL

erty

1/500 9999

EV+0.25

AV 2.8

1600 N

■ Motion Picture Mode Display

1MIN 19SEC

10:12 2000/05/15

START:RELEASE

320 N

■ Playback Mode Display

q White Balance Indicator (Auto, Daylight

, Overcast , Tungsten , Fluorescent , User Define (U), W/B Calibration (W)) (P.56)

w EV +/– (P.54) e Self-Timer ( ) (P.59) r Exposure Mode Display (P.53) t Recording Data Indicator

(Displays the remaining no. of pictures)

y PIC Mode ( , , , ,

, ) (P.42)

u Recording Mode ( , , )

(P.43)

i Manual Focus Indicator

(Displays when in manual focus)

o Battery ( ) (P.26) !0 Flash Mode ( , , , Flashing)

(P.51)

!1 Redeye Reduction Mode ( ) (P.64) !2 Exposure Warning ( ) (P.47) !3 Date & Time Display !4 ISO Sensitivity (P.64) !5 Recordable time !6 File Name !7 Image Protected Mark ( ) (P.80) !8 Number of Image !9 Zoom Playback (P.44) @0 AV1 file (Motion Picture file) @1 Shooting Date and Time

100-0048

AVI 2X

@0 !9

17:12 2000/05/17

2/12

1600 N

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Note

• All items of information are shown for illustration purposes. During actual camera operation, only the relevant items are displayed.

■ Warning Message

If any of the warning messages listed below appear on the camera’s LCD monitor, read the corresponding explanation and take the corrective action suggested.

Warning

Message

CARD FULL

NO CARD

NO IMAGE

WRITE

PROTECTED

UNMATCHED

FILE

NUMBER

OVER

SET DATE/

TIME

Status

Flashing

Lit Flashing

Flashing

Lit

Flashing

Explanation and Remedy

Indication low batteries. Have replacement batteries ready

System in processing The SmartMedia Memory Card has

run out of memory The SmartMedia memory card is out

of position. Mount a SmartMedia memory card

There are no files to play. Mount a SmartMedia memory card with files recorded on it.

A write-protected SmartMedia memory card is found. Remove the write protection label from the card to gain access to it

You attempted to play an unplayable file.

No more file numbers can be added. Insert a new SmartMedia memory card to continue recording.

The date has not been set. Set the date before starting operations with the camera.

Reference

Page

P.27

–

P.29

P.30

P.74

P.29

P.74

P.30

P.33

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■ Error Messages

If any of the error messages listed below appear on the camera’s LCD monitor, read the corresponding explanation and take the corrective action suggested.

Error

Message

Explanation and Remedy

The SmartMedia memory card is unformatted. Format the card with the

CARD ERROR

camera before using it. A SmartMedia memory card of this type is

not supported by this camera. Use another type of SmartMedia.

Note

If the above remedies are carried out and the error display still won’t clear, call your dealer or our service center.

LCD Panel

■ Displays Appearing during Recording

Recording

q Self-Timer ( ) (P.59) w Recording e PIC Mode( , , , ,

, ,) (P.42)

r Flash Mode ( , , , Blink) (P.51) t Redeye Reduction ( ) (P.64) y Motion picture ( ) (P.50) u Battery ( ) (P.26)

r y

t u

Reference

Page

P.31

P.29

Playback/Erasure

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Note

• Only the Motion Picture mode [ ] , PIC mode [F,N] and battery mark ] are displayed when the motion picture mode is set.

[

■ Error display and countermeasure

When the following error is displayed, check the cause and take the proper countermeasure.

Error display Countermeasure Reference

• The SmartMedia is not formatted. Use this camera to format before continuing.

• The SmartMedia cannot be used with this camera. Use a different SmartMedia.

Note

• If the error display does not disappear after the above countermeasures have been taken, please contact your local dealer or Ricoh repair center.

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Menus

This camera features four menus which can be used to enter or change the settings for recording, playing or erasing image files.

■ SET Menu

With the camera turned on, set the mode dial to [SET]. To cancel the setup menu, turn the mode dial to select another mode.

MENU[SET UP]

FORMAT

SETTING

DATE

SETTINGS

KEEP

POWER OFF

AUTO

LCD OFF

AUTO LANGUAGE

OUT MODE

VIDEO

MENU[SET UP]

LCD

CONFIRMATION

SETTING

LCD INITIALIZE SEQUENTIAL

1SEC.

Change

SETTING NO.RESET

Select

2/2

1/2

FORMAT: ................... Formats a SmartMedia memory

card.

(P.31)

DATE SETTING: ........ Sets the date and time. (P.33)

KEEP SETTINGS:...... Saves camera settings. (P.94)

AUTO POWER

OFF:............................ Enables or disables the camera

(P.95)

AUTO LCD OFF ......... Enables or disables the LCD

(P. 96)

LANGUAGE: .............. Switches the LCD monitor

display between English,

German, French and Japanese.

(p.97) VIDEO OUT MODE:... Switches the camera between

NTSC and PAL when it is

connected to a TV set. (P.97)

LCD

CONFIRMATION: ...... Sets the confirmation time for

images after shooting. (P.98)

LCD SETTING: .......... Selects whether to let the

camera come up with the LCD

monitor enabled or disabled

when it is powered on in a

recording mode. (P.99) INITIALIZE

SETTING: ................... Initialize all the settings. (P.99)

SEQUENTIAL

NO. RESET: ............... Reset the images sequence

number orderly. (P.100)

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■ Record Menu

With the camera turned on, set the mode dial to [ ] and press the MENU button. To

EXIT

exit the record menu, press the CANCEL

button.

MENU[RECORD]

RECORDING

GRID WHITE EXPOSURE IMAGE ISO FOCUS

EXIT

REDEYE REDUCTION

MONOCHROME INTERVAL AUTO +/–

MODE

TEMPLATE

BALANCE

MODE

ENLARGEMENT

SENSITIVITY

Change

MENU[RECORD]

MODE

BRACKET

OFF

ChangeEXIT

1/2

2/2

RECORDING

MODE: ........................ Switches between recording

modes, such as still picture, text,

quick shooting (P.43).

GRID TEMPLATE ...... Sets crossed lines to assist with

image taking. (P.63)

WHITE BALANCE: .... Switches between the white

balance settings (P.56). EXPOSURE MODE:... PROGRAM and AV F NO setting.

(P.53) IMAGE

ENLARGEMENT:....... Take the picture by 1.5 times

magnification (P.69)

ISO SENSITIVITY: ..... Selects ISO sensitivity among

100, 200 and 400. (P.64)

FOCUS: ...................... Switches between AUTO,

MACRO, AREA, 2.5M, INFINITY

and MANUAL. (P.61) REDEYE

REDUCTION: ............. Reduces the red-eye when

shooting live subjects with flash.

(P.64) MONOCHROME

MODE: ........................ Records images in Black &

White or sepia. (P.65)

INTERVAL MODE:..... Switches interval (time lapse)

setting on and off (P.66).

AUTO BRACKET:...... Three frames are exposed: one

frame at the current exposure

compensation value, one at -

0.5EV and another at +0.5EV.

(P.68) +/– (Exposure

compensation):......... Sets the exposure compensation

(P.54).

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■ Play Menu

With the camera turned on, set the mode dial to [ ] and press the MENU button. To

EXIT

exit the play menu, press the CANCEL

button.

ZOOM

AUTO PROTECT DPOF

EXIT

MENU[PLAY]

PLAYBACK

Select

ZOOM PLAYBACK:... Displays an enlanged image.

(P.78) AUTO PLAYBACK: ... Plays all images automatically

within a preset length of time.

(P.79)

PROTECT: ................. Protects image files from

erasure. (P.80)

DPOF:......................... Select this function to generate

recorded images for submission

to digital printing services or

other applications. (P.81)

■ Erase Menu

With the camera turned on, set the mode dial to [ ]. To exit the erase menu, set the mode dial to another mode.

MENU[ERASE]

SINGLE

IMAGES

ALL SELECTED

IMAGE

IMAGES

Select

SINGLE IMAGE: ........ Erases selected images one at a

time (except protected images)

(P.86).

ALL IMAGES: ............ Erases all the files from the card

(except protected images) (P.87). SELECTED IMAGES

:.. Erases multiple selected images

(except for protected files) at

once. (P.88)

* Protected files cannot be erased.

Note

• The [ ] setting on the mode dial is used to take motion picture mode.

• The [

] setting on the mode dial is used to transfer image files from the camera

to a PC.

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Basic Operation/Quick Reference

This section provides introductory information about the Ricoh RDC-6000 digital camera. Further details can be found in the reference pages mentioned below.

Preparations

Loading the Batteries (P.25-26)

q Load the batteries into the camera.

Charge the batteries before loading. (P.27)

* When using an AC adapter, connect it to

the camera and then to the AC outlet. (P.27)

Inserting a SmartMedia Memory Card (P.29-32)

q Make sure that the camera is turned off.

w Open the card cover and insert a

SmartMedia memory card.

• Before using a new SmartMedia memory card, you must first format (initialize) it with the camera. (P.31)

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Setting the Date and Time (P.33-34)

1/2

2000/01/01 16:35

Select

FORMAT

DATE

SETTING

KEEP

SETTINGS

AUTO

POWER OFF

AUTO

LCD OFF LANGUAGE VIDEO

OUT MODE

MENU[SET

UP]

2000 / 01 / 01

00 : 00

[DATE/TIME]

OKCancel

10:12 2000/05/15

1600 N

q Slide the power switch and set the mode

dial to [SET].

w Press the ▼ or ▲ button to select [DATE

SETTING].

e Press the ENTER

Select

button.

r Press the ▼ or ▲ button to change the

digit.

t Press the MENU button.

Repeat steps r and t above to complete the settings. * Each time you press the MENU

button, the cursor will move, from year to month, day, hour and minute.

y After you have set the number of

minutes, press the ENTER

button.

Shooting

Basic Shooting Procedure (P.40-49)

q Slide the power switch and set the mode

dial to [

w Press the PIC button to select a PIC

(Image quality) mode.

e Setting the recording mode

1. Press the MENU button to display the Record menu.

2. Press the ▲ and ▼ buttons and select Record Mode.

3. Press the MENU select [ ].

4. Press the CANCEL return the display.

r Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select the

desired size of the subject.

* When digital zoom is used, use the LCD

monitor to position the subject.

t Press the shutter release button to

record the image.

Change

button and

EXIT

button to

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Changing the Flash Mode (P.51-52)

q Set the mode dial to [ ]. w Press the flash mode button to select a

flash mode.

You can choose Flash Off ( Forced Flash ( ), or Slow synchro mode ( : flashing). The selected mark will be displayed on the LCD monitor or on the LCD panel.

e Press the shutter release button to

record the image.

), Auto ( ),

Using the Self-Timer (P.59)

q Set the mode dial to [ ]. w Press the self timer button.

The self timer is now set.

mark will be displayed on the LCD

The monitor or on the LCD panel.

e Press the shutter release button to

record the image.

The self timer LED will start flashing and the shutter will be released after a delay of about 10 seconds.

Playback

Playing Back Files (P.74-79)

q Slide the power switch on and set the

mode dial to [ ].

w Press the ▼ or ▲ button to select a file

you wish to view

* The multi-image and zoom playback features allow

you to view several image files at once or magnify an image. (P.77)

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Erasing

Erasing Files (P.86-88)

q Slide the power switch on and set the

mode dial to [

w Press the ▼ or ▲ button to select the

erase mode and press the ENTER

Select

button.

* Remember that files cannot be restored once

they are erased. Before starting to erase a file, make sure that you want to erase it.

If you selected [SINGLE IMAGE]

e Press the ▼ or ▲ button to select a file

you want to erase and press the shutter release button.

If you selected [ALL IMAGES]

e Press the shutter release button.

If you selected [SELECTED IMAGES ]

e Press the ▼ or ▲ button to select a file

you want to erase and press the ENTER

Select

button.

Repeat step e, as needed, to erase additional files at a time. And press the ENTER

Select

button again to cancel the erasure setting.

r Press the shutter release button.

MENU[ERASE]

SINGLE

ALL SELECTED

ERASE SINGLE

IMAGE

IMAGES

IMAGE

START:RELEASE

EXIT

START:RELEASE

EXIT

456

EXIT

[ERASE]

ERASE

IMAGES?

AVI AVI

START:RELEASE

Select

1/12

ALL

Select

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ChapterGETTING STARTED

Before Usin g t h e C a m e r a ..................................... 24

Checking the Package Contents ................... 24

Attaching the Wrist Strap ............................... 24

Powering the Camera ........................................... 25

Loading the Battery ........................................ 25

Charging the Battery....................................... 27

Using an AC Adapter ...................................... 27

SmartMedia Memory Cards ................................. 29

What is a SmartMedia Memory Card? .......... 2 9

Inserting a SmartMedia Memory Card .......... 30

Formatting a SmartMedia Memory Card....... 31

Setting the Date and Time.................................... 33

Adjusting the LCD Monitor Brightness .............. 35

How To Hold the Camera ..................................... 36

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Before Using the Camera

Checking the Package Contents

Check that your digital camera comes complete with all the accessories listed below. Read the warranty card and keep it in a safe place.

• Camera

• SmartMedia Card (8 MB)

• 3.7V Lithium-ion Rechargeable Battery

• AC Adapter

• Soft Case

• Wrist Strap

• Camera Manual

• Warranty Card

• Questionnaire Card

• RICOH Software CD-ROM

• Video Out Cable

• PC Link Cable (RS232C)

• Mac-PC Link Cable

• USB Cable

• Software Guide

Attaching the Wrist Strap

Attach the wrist strap provided to prevent the camera from being dropped during use.

q Pass the small loop of the strap through the wrist

strap eyelet and pass the other end through the loop as illustrated.

Important

Note

• Do not swing the camera around by its strap.

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Powering the Camera

The following explains how to load and charge the battery and how to use a home power outlet as the power source.

Loading the Battery

Load the battery (rechargeable type lithium ion battery) and operate the camera.

Important

Note

• Always charge the battery when using it for the first time. (The battery is not charged at the factory.) ➝ Page 27 “Charging the Battery”.

q Make sure the camera power is turned

off, then open the battery cover by pressing down and sliding.

See

Reference: page 41 “Turning on the Camera”.

w Load the battery.

Important

Note

• Do not touch the battery or camera electrical contacts because this could cause damage due to static electricity.

e Close the battery cover.

Make sure the battery cover is firmly closed.

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● Recording and playback criteria The available recording and playback times under the following measurement conditions are shown in the table below. Recording: Continuous recording in the Record mode with the power on (Recording at

Playback: Continuous playback in the Play mode with the power on, and at a

30 sec. intervals with 50% flash usage, without turning the power off at any time, and at a measurement temperature of 20 degrees C.)

measurement temperature of 20 degrees C.

Battery type

Lithium battery (fully charged)

= Tips to extend recording and playback times =

* The available recording and playback times will vary depending on the ambient

temperature. Recording and playback times can be improved at low temperatures by removing the battery and warming it with the hands.

* Frequent use of the flash and LCD monitor will shorten the battery usage time. Use

these operations only when necessary.

* Battery usage time can be further increased by turning off the LCD monitor display

while recording.

Approximate Approximate

Recording Time playback time

Approx. 40 min Approx. 60 min

■ Usage cautions

• Before using, always read the instruction manual provided with the battery.

• Use only the lithium battery specified by this company. Read Separately Available Products on page 108 of this manual before purchasing a battery.

• Charge the battery in a well ventilated location where the temperature is 10 - 40 degrees C.

• The battery can become hot under continuous usage. Wait until the battery cools before attempting removal.

• Wiping the battery and camera contacts with a dry cloth will increase the battery usage time.

• Always use the case provided when storing the battery.

• When use is not planned for an extended time, fully discharge the battery, then remove the battery and store it in a cool location. Fully charge the battery before using it again.

• When the battery life has expired, the usage time will be shorter even after correct charging. In such case, replace with a new battery.

• When a power outlet is located nearby and extended usage is planned, use

Note

the AC adapter. ➞ Page 27 “Using an AC Adapter”.

• When using only battery power, keep a spare available.

• The Battery mark ( case, recharge the battery. ➞ Page 27 “Charging the Battery”.

) lights to indicate that the battery is exhausted. In such

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Charging the Battery

When using for the first time and when the Battery mark ( ) lights, use the AC adapter and charge the battery.

q Turn off the camera power.

Loading the Battery.

w Connect the AC adapter cable to the (DC IN) jack of camera.

e Insert the power plug into a power outlet.

The battery mark will appear on the LCD panel.

• Following table is the explanation for each battery mark type. When charging

Note

is completed, remove the power plug from the power outlet.

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LCD panel

display

The remaining battery comes close to be exhausted. Charge the battery.

When the capacity display of the battery mark becomes full, charging is completed. (full charge)

• Charging time for a full charge with an exhausted battery is approximately

3.5 hours.

• Battery mark is displayed in 5 steps depending on the remaining battery.

Explanation

Using an AC Adapter

For extended recording and playback, connect the AC adapter and plug it into a power outlet.

Important

Note

• Always read Safety Precautions in this manual before using the AC adapter.

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q Make sure the camera power is turned off, then connect the AC

adapter cable to the camera power (DC IN) jack.

See

Reference: Page 41 “Turning on the Camera”.

w Insert the power plug into a power outlet.

• When a battery is loaded in the camera, power from the AC adapter (power

Note

outlet) will take priority.

Important

Note

• Make sure the power plug and connecting cable are firmly inserted. Data will be lost if the plug or cable becomes disconnected while recording.

• When the AC adapter is connected or disconnected while the camera is being operated (recording, playback, deletion, etc.), the power will be interrupted temporarily while the power source is being changed; therefore, turn off the cameras power before connecting or disconnecting the AC adapter.

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SmartMedia Memory Cards

This section explains the types and usage of SmartMedia memory cards.

What is a SmartMedia Memory Card?

Files are recorded as data on the SmartMedia memory card in your camera. The following types of SmartMedia memory cards can be used:

• Capacity:................... 2 MB, 4 MB, 8 MB, 16 MB, 32 MB, 64MB

• Operating voltage: .... 3.3 V

• There are numerous types of SmartMedia memory cards. Before using a

Note

commercially available SmartMedia memory card, check with its manufacturer to be certain it is compatible with your camera.

• By using an optional PC card adapter or floppy disk adapter, you can insert a SmartMedia memory card directly into the PC card slot or floppy disk drive of your PC.

■ Protecting Against Accidental Writing

Attaching a write protect pad to a SmartMedia memory card will prevent accidental erasure or overwriting of recorded files. Remove the write protect pad from the SmartMedia memory card to record or erase data.

If the write protect pad gets dirty, wipe it

Note

clean with a soft, dry cloth.

Attach a write protect pad.

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■ Handling Precautions

● SmartMedia Memory Cards

• Never remove the SmartMedia memory card while data is being recorded or erased.

• Do not bend, subject to strong force or shock, or drop the SmartMedia memory card.

• Avoid using or storing SmartMedia memory cards in environments that are subject to static electricity or electrical interference.

• Avoid using or storing SmartMedia memory cards in environments that are subject to high temperature and humidity, where dust accumulates, or in atmospheres where corrosive substances are present.

• Keep the contact surface of the SmartMedia memory card clean and free from dust and foreign matter. Should the contact surface get dirty, wipe it clean with a soft, dry cloth.

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• Keep the SmartMedia memory card slot free from dust and foreign matter.

• To avoid possible hazards, keep SmartMedia memory cards away from flames and

do not dispose of them in fire.

• SmartMedia memory cards have a limited service life. Cards that have been used

over an extended period of time may fail to record additional files.

● Data

• Data recorded on a SmartMedia memory card may be lost by improper handling by

the customer or a third party, by being subjected to electricity or electrical interference, or during camera malfunction or repair. Ricoh Co., Ltd. assumes no liability for damages incurred by such loss of recorded data.

• Do not remove the batteries from the camera, turn off the camera, or connect the AC

adapter while data is being recorded on the SmartMedia memory card. The data stored on the SmartMedia memory card could be lost or damaged.

• You are advised to copy valuable data from the SmartMedia memory card onto other

media, such as floppy disks or hard disks.

Inserting a SmartMedia Memory Card

Check that the camera is turned off before inserting the SmartMedia memory card.

Important

Note

• Slide the power switch to turn the power off before inserting or ejecting smart media; otherwise, the contents of the SmartMedia may be destroyed and the camera may mulfunction.

■ Inserting Card

q Check that the camera is turned off,

and then open the card cover.

See

“Turning on the Camera” (P.41)

w Insert the SmartMedia memory card

into the card insert slot and close the card door.

Push the SmartMedia memory card fully into position, with the contact surface facing up.

Contact surface

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• Insert the SmartMedia memory card in the correct direction. Do not insert

Note

it at an angle.

■ Removing Card

q Check that the camera is turned off, and

then open the card cover. And pull out the lever.

“Turning on the Camera” (P.41)

See

w Press the lever and pull the SmartMedia

memory card straight out of the slot.

Pressing the lever will cause the SmartMedia memory card to pop out a little. Then, pull it straight out of position.

e Close the card door.

Important

Note

• Never remove the SmartMedia memory card while data is being recorded or erased. The data stored on the card could be lost or damaged.

• When the SmartMedia memory card has been removed, place it in the antistatic case supplied or other protective cover.

Formatting a SmartMedia Memory Card

Before using a new SmartMedia memory card or a SmartMedia memory card that has been used on another device (such as a PC), you need to format (initialize) it with the camera.

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Important

Note

• Formatting will erase all the files recorded on the SmartMedia memory card (including protected files).

• Do not format SmartMedia memory cards on a PC.

• The SmartMedia formatted by other devices may not be used.

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q Insert the SmartMedia memory card and

slide the power switch to turn on the camera. Set the mode dial to [SET].

The setup menu will be displayed.

“Inserting a SmartMedia Memory Card” (P.30)

See

“ Turning On the Camera” (P.41)

w Press the ▼ or ▲ button to select

[FORMAT] and press the ENTER button.

e Press the shutter release button.

The “FORMATTING” message is displayed while the camera is formatting the SmartMedia memory card.

When formatting is completed, the set menu will reappear. Turn the mode dial to choose another mode.

• A SmartMedia memory card with a write protect pad attached to it cannot

Note

be formatted. Remove the pad to format the SmartMedia memory card.

Select

MENU[SET UP]

FORMAT

SETTING

DATE

SETTINGS

KEEP

POWER OFF

AUTO

LCD OFF

AUTO LANGUAGE

OUT MODE

VIDEO

[FORMAT]

IMAGES WILL BE

ALL

ERASED!!

START:RELEASE

Cancel

Select

1/2

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Setting the Date and Time

1/2

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Select

FORMAT

DATE

SETTING

KEEP

SETTINGS

AUTO

POWER OFF

AUTO

LCD OFF LANGUAGE VIDEO

OUT MODE

MENU[SET

UP]

2000 / 01 / 01

00 : 00

[DATE/TIME]

OKCancel

The date and time are recorded when you shoot a picture. You will need to adjust these settings when you first use the camera and each time you change time zones on trips.

• Use the yyyy/mm/dd format to set the date.

Note

• Time is displayed in the 24-hour clock format. Midnight is expressed as 00:00 and noon as 12:00.

• Setting is possible from [ 2000/01/01 00:00 ] to [ 2099/12/31 ].

q Slide the power switch to turn on the

camera. And set the mode dial to [SET].

The set menu is displayed.

• To cancel the operation, turn the

Note

mode dial to another mode.

“Turning On the Camera” (P.41)

See

w Press the ▼ or ▲ button to select [DATE

SETTING] and press the ENTER button.

The date/time setting menu is displayed.

Select

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e Press the MENU button to select

the date display method.

r Press the ▼ and ▲ buttons to change

the numeral.

Pressing the up ▲ button increases the numeral; pressing the down ▼ button decreases the numeral. Keep pressing the button changes the digit fast.

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t Repeat steps e and r above to make

2000 / 01 / 01

00 : 00

[DATE/TIME]

OKCancel

necessary corrections.

• Each time you press the MENU

Note

button, the cursor moves from year to month, day, hour and minute.

y After you have set the number of

minutes, press the ENTER

button

again.

The clock starts and the LCD monitor returns to the SET menu. Turn the mode dial to select another mode.

• The date will be reset when the battery

Note

is removed for a period of 3 min. or more. In such case, set the date again.

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Adjusting the LCD Monitor Brightness

You can adjust the brightness setting of the LCD monitor.

q Turn the brightness adjustment dial on

the bottom of the camera, left or right to adjust the LCD monitor brightness to a favorable setting for viewing.

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How To Hold the Camera

Unintentional movement of the camera during shooting will result in blurred images. To keep the camera steady, hold the camera in the fashion described below. Be particularly careful to keep the camera steady when taking telephoto zoom shots.

q Hold the camera steady with both hands with the elbows lightly

touching your body.

● When viewing through the viewfinder With the camera lightly pressed against your head, aim it at your subject and look through the viewfinder.

● When viewing using the LCD monitor Hold the camera firmly in both hands, and aim it at your subject and look at the LCD monitor.

w Press the shutter release button lightly

with your fingertip.

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Important

Note

• Pressing the shutter release button at once with the finger initially apart from it could result in a blurred image.

• When an image of a subject that has been shot with the camera held in

Note

vertical position is played, the subject will appear sideways.

Be careful to keep the camera lens, flash, and the flash sensor reception window from being covered by your fingers or hair.

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BASIC SHOOTING

Basic Shooting ...................................................... 40

Operation Flow ................................................ 40

Turning on the Camera................................... 41

Selecting PIC (Image quality) Mode .............. 42

Selecting Recording Mode ............................. 43

Digital Zoom..................................................... 44

How to View Images on the LCD Monitor..... 45

Shooting ........................................................... 46

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

Recording Motion Picture Mode.................... 50

Changing the Flash Mode .............................. 51

Setting the Exposure Modes.......................... 53

Changing the White Balance ......................... 5 6

Using the Self-Timer ....................................... 59

Using Focus Lock to Take Pictures .............. 60

Focus Modes ................................................... 61

Using the Grid Templates .............................. 63

Redeye Reduction Mode ................................ 64

Changing the ISO Sensitivity......................... 64

Recording Monochrome Images ................... 65

Interval (Time Lapse) Shooting ..................... 66

Using Auto Bracket ......................................... 68

Adding Image Quality Modes

(Image Enlargement)...................................... 69

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Basic Shooting

This section explains the general flow of shooting operation, and provides basic shooting instructions.

Operation Flow

To record an image, follow the steps below:

Turn on the Camera

Slide the power switch to turn the camera on and set the mode dial to [ ] (p.41).

Select a PIC (Image quality) Mode

Choose from 9 picture modes (1600F, 1600N, 1600E, 800F, 800N, 800E, 640F, 640N, 640E) (p.42).

Select a Recording Mode

Choose from four recording modes ( picture (p.43).

Set the Size of the Subject

Use the ▼ or ▲ button to Digital zoom of the subject (p.44)

, , and ) motion

Check the position of the subject

Check the position of the subject on the viewfinder or on the LCD monitor (p.45).

Shoot

Press the shutter release button (p.46).

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Turning on the Camera

Slide the camera power switch to the right to turn the power on.

Important

• The camera can be turned off when anything emitting magnetic force

Note

comes close to it. Keep it out of the camera.

q Slide the power switch to on.

• Sliding the power switch again will turn off the power.

w Set the mode dial to [ ].

The LCD panel or the LCD monitor will display recording information.

● LCD Monitor Display

Press the DISPLAY button to switch displays appearing on the LCD monitor. If the LCD monitor is not used, press the DISPLAY button to save the batteries. Press the DISPLAY button again to enable the LCD monitor. You may set the camera to come up with the LCD monitor disabled when it is powered on. See “Changing the LCD Setting” (p.99).

Basic Shooting

Auto Power-Off



Tips

The camera will turn off automatically (auto power-off) to conserve the battery if it is left idle (no buttons, switches or other controls operated) for fixed time. To resume use, turn the power on again. You can disable the auto power-off mode. See “Auto Power Off Setting” (p.95). ＊ The auto power-off mode does not function when the camera is

• If the keep settings function is enabled, the flash, exposure compensation,

Note

white balance, recording mode, language, ISO setting, focus, auto bracket grid template, Exposure mode and redeye reduction in effect just before the camera was turned off are saved. See “Keep settings” (p.94).

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Selecting PIC (Image quality) Mode

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The camera offers nine picture (PIC) modes to suit your photographic needs.

/ : 1600 × 1200 (F), 1600 × 1200 (N), 1600 × 1200 (E)

•

/ : 800 × 600 (F), 800 × 600 (N), 800 × 600 (E)

•

/ : 640 × 480 (F), 640 × 480 (N), 640 × 480 (E)

•

* The recordable picture count varies as you switch the PIC mode. * The factory default setting is 1600 N ( ).

q Press the PIC button and select a PIC

(Image quality) mode.

Pressing the PIC button displays the settings menu. The PIC (Image quality) mode changes each time the PIC button is pressed. Press the PIC button and make your choice.

● Approximate File Sizes by PIC (Image quality) Mode

PIC Mode

Note

Approx. File Size

1600 × 1200 960 KB 480 KB 240 KB

800 × 600 240 KB 120 KB 60 KB 640 × 480 154 KB 77 KB 39 KB

FNE

• Image sizes are 1600 × 1200 pixels, 800 × 600 pixels and 640 × 480 pixels. The number of pixels indication for this manual and this product is

, .

• For the number of recordable images by SmartMedia memory card capacity and by PIC (Image quality) mode, see “Recording Capacities” (p.119).

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Selecting Recording Mode

The camera offers three recording modes – still, text and Quick Shooting. Select the mode best suited to your photographic needs.

● Still image mode

One frame is taken each time the release button is pressed. The frames are stored one at a time.

● Text mode

To record text clearly, blacks are made very black and then the surrounding colors are sensed. The frames are stored one at a time.

● Quick shooting mode

A series of frames can be taken continuously at the rate of approximately 1 frame/sec. as long as the release button is pressed. Since the images are stored in the camera memory, the interval at which frames can be taken is shorter, so the next frame can be taken faster.

• The initial status is still image mode.

Note

• Set Keep Setting to save the recording mode setting. See “Keep Settings”. (p.94)

• To use the Motion Picture Mode, set the Mode dial to [

] and then press the shutter button. Press the shutter button once to start recording and then press again to stop. See “Recording Motion Picture Mode”. (p.50)

q Set the mode dial to [ ] and press the

MENU button.

The record menu will be displayed.

w Press the ▼ or ▲ button to select

[RECORDING MODE].

e Press the MENU

Change

button to choose

the recording mode ( • • ).

The recording mode changes each time you press the MENU

Change

button.

MENU[RECORD]

RECORDING

TEMPLATE

GRID

BALANCE

WHITE EXPOSURE

ENLARGEMENT

IMAGE

SENSITIVITY

ISO FOCUS

EXIT

MODE

Change

1/2

MODE

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r Press the CANCEL

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EXIT

button to close

the record menu.

The selected record mode will be displayed on the LCD monitor.

Digital Zoom

The size of the subject can be changed without changing the distance from the camera to the subject by pressing the zoom (▼▲ ) buttons. The subject size can be enlarged 2X, 3X or 4X.

q Press the ▲ button.

• The subject size will change in the order of 2X, 3X and 4X.

• When the ▼ button is pressed, the subject will return to the standard size.

Tips

• When using the zoom function, it is recommended that you turn on the LCD monitor, check the zoom effect and then record the image.

• During playback, the image will be displayed at the magnification ratio (2X, 3X, 4X) used during recording.

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How to View Images on the LCD Monitor

Check the position of your subject by looking through the viewfinder or at the LCD monitor.

■ Viewing Through the Viewfinder

Aim the camera at the subject while viewing through the viewfinder.

● Shooting Scope

Frame the subject within the viewfinder.

● Autofocus Field

Located at the center of the viewfinder screen and roughly corresponding to the area shown on the right, the autofocus field determines the focal distance.

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■ Viewing Through the LCD Monitor

Aim the camera at the subject while viewing through the LCD monitor.

● Shooting Scope

Frame the subject within the LCD monitor screen.

● Autofocus Field

Located at the center of the LCD monitor screen and roughly corresponding to the area shown on the right, the autofocus field determines the focal distance.

• The shaded area and dotted lines are shown for illustration purposes only

Note

and do not actually appear on the LCD monitor.

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Shooting

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Basic shooting instructions are given below. Hold the camera correctly to keep it steady.

q Aim the camera at your subject.

Use macro mode to shoot subjects when the distance to it is about 13 – 30 cm (5 – 12 inches)

“Focus Modes” (p.61)

See

w Press the ▼ or ▲ button to set the size

of the subject.

“Digital Zoom” (p.44)

See

“How to View Images on the LCD Monitor” (p.45)

e Press the shutter release button lightly

with your fingertip.

The shutter release button works in a two-step action. When you press it lightly (halfway), the autofocus function is triggered to focus on the subject automatically. Keep the camera as steady as possible during this step to ensure correct focusing.

When the subject is in sharp focus, the autofocus LED will light green and focus, exposure and white balance will be locked.

● When the flash LED lights

When the flash fires while taking photographs in dark places, etc., the flash LED will light red when the release button is pressed lightly. During charging, the flash LED will blink and the display on the LCD monitor will disappear. Photographs cannot be taken at this time.

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Note

• A flashing auto focus LED green indicates that the subject is out of focus. If this occurs, use the focus lock function. See “Focus Lock to Take Pictures” (p.60).

• If the “ recommended to shoot with the flash enabled. See “Changing the Flash Mode” (p.51).

” message (slow shutter) appears on the LCD monitor, you are

r Press the shutter release button down

fully without removing your finger.

Important

● Still frame mode (

When the release button is fully pressed, a photograph is taken and recorded. When set for the image to appear on the LCD monitor, the image will first be displayed and then recorded. See “Changing LCD Confirmation”.

● Quick shooting mode [

As long as the release button is pressed, frames will be photographed at the rate of approximately one frame per second. Picture taking stops when the finger is removed from the release button. The finally photographed image is displayed in the middle of LCD monitor smaller sized frame, and is recorded automatically to SmartMedia.

• Do not open the battery cover or card cover, or disconect the AC adapter,

Note

while images are stored to the memory or while images are being recorded.

)/text mode ( )

• The flash does not fire in the text mode.

]

• The flash does not fire in the Quick Shooting mode.

• Focus, exposure compensation and white balance are locked when the

shutter button is pressed.

• The continuous mode cannot be used when the total number of file names reaches 9999. Format the SmartMedia before attempting to take more photographs.

• Set the Keep Settings mode to save the recorded setting mode. See “Keep Settings” (p.94).

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●Depending on the image quality mode, the maximum number of frames that

can be exposed continuously in the Quick shooting mode is as follows.

Recording mode F mode N mode E mode

1600 × 1200 3 frames 5 frames 11 frames

800 × 600 12 frames 26 frames 50 frames 640 × 600 22 frames 44 frames 80 frames

* This is the maximum number of frames that can be exposed continuously at one time.

Photographs can be taken continuously depending on the number of frames remaining in the SmartMedia.

Tips

Using the Camera for Extended Periods of Time

The camera will switch off automatically (auto power-off) to conserve a battery if it is left idle (no buttons, switches or other controls operated) for fixed time. When you require more time to compose a shot, disable the auto power-off feature. Have spare batteries or an AC adapter handy before using the camera for an extended period of time. See “Auto Power Off Setting” (p.95).

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■ When Focusing is Difficult

You may experience difficulty focusing on the following subjects:

• Objects with little or no contrast (such as the sky, white walls, and car hoods)

• Flat two-dimensional objects with only horizontal lines and no significant protrusions

or indentations

• Fast-moving targets

• Low-brightness objects (in dark places)

• Strongly backlit objects and objects struck by strong reflected light

• Flickering objects (such as fluorescent lights)

When shooting subjects like these, focus on another subject that is located at about the same distance and then aim at the target with that focus setting.

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Tips

LCD Monitor Display Function

Press the ENTER button to display recording information, such as the recording mode, picture mode, and recordable picture count, on the LCD monitor. Each time you press the ENTER button, the display will switch in the following order:

Information Display

1/500 15

EV+0.25

AV 2.8

1600 N

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Display

1/500 15

EV+0.25

AV 2.8

No Display

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Special Shooting Functions

The various photographic functions are explained below.

Recording Motion Picture Mode

Four different image qualities can be used for recording motion pictures. (320 × 240F, 320 × 240N, 160 × 120F, 160 × 120N)

320 N 160 F 160 N 320 F

1MIN 19SEC

320 N

160 F

160 N

320 F 54SEC 1MIN 19SEC 54SEC

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* The factory default setting is 320N.

q Set the Mode dial to [ ].

w Press the PIC button and select the

desired Image Quality mode.

• The Image Quality mode will be displayed on the LCD monitor.

• The Image Quality mode will change each time the PIC button is pressed.

e Press the shutter button to start recording.

Press the shutter button again to stop.

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Important

• The message “CARD FULL” will be displayed when the smartmedia

Note

memory card capacity is used up.

• The flash will not fire in the Motion Picture mode.

• The focus, exposure and white balance in the state in effect when you start recording motion picture.

• The Interval mode cannot be used in the Motion Picture mode.

• The selftimer setting cannot be used in the Motion Picture mode.

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Changing the Flash Mode

This section explains how to change the flash mode. Switch the flash mode to meet your photographic needs.

● Flash off mode ( ) The flash will not fire, even in dark places. Use this mode in places where flash photography is prohibited and in bright indoor settings.

● Auto Flash mode ( The flash will fire automatically in dark places and where there is backlighting.

● Forced Flash mode ( ) Backlighting and strong light can produce dark shadows in photographs of the faces of subjects. Use this mode in such situations. The flash will always fire, regardless of the brightness.

● Slow synchro mode ( The flash can be fired to illuminate the subject while a slow shutter speed correctly exposes the background. Use at indoor parties, etc., to clearly photograph the subjects while avoiding a dark background.

* The factory default setting is OFF.

)

: Blink)

Effective Range of the Flash

When you shoot with the flash activated, the flash has an effective range of about 0.3 to 3.0 m (1 ft to 9.9 ft) for the telephoto setting and 0.4 to 3.4 m (1.3 ft to 11.2 ft) for the wide-angle setting. The subject will appear dark in the picture if the light from the flash fails to reach it.

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q Set the Mode dial to [ ].

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w Press the Flash button to select the flash

mode ( • • • Blink).

The flash mode will change each time the Flash mode button is pressed.

The flash mode will be displayed on the LCD panel and LCD monitor. In the Auto Flash mode, however, the

mark will be displayed only on the LCD monitor. This mark will not be displayed on the LCD panel.

e Press the release button to take the photograph.

When the flash fires, the flash LED (red) will light when the release button is pressed lightly. When the flash is being recharged, the flash LED will flash and the display will disappear from the LCD monitor. Photographs cannot be taken at this time.

Important

Note

• When using the flash for nearby subjects (approx. 0.3m (12 inches) or less), the light from the flash may appear to be reddish in some cases. This also causes overexposure so the subject may appear whitish in the photograph. At such times, select the Flash off mode.

• The shutter speed will automatically become slower in dark places. In such cases, either grip the camera firmly or mount the camera on a tripod to prevent camera shake.

• The flash does not fire in the Text mode, Quick shooting or Motion Picture mode.

• The flash does not fire in the White Balance mode.

• Use the keep Setting Mode to hold the Flash mode setting. → Page 94 “Keep Settings”.

• The Redeye Reduction mode can be used to reduce the occurrence of the redeye phenomenon. → Page 64 “Redeye Reduction Mode”.

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Setting the Exposure Modes

1/2

PROGRAM

ChangeEXIT

RECORDING MODE GRID

TEMPLATE

WHITE

BALANCE

EXPOSURE

MODE

IMAGE

ENLARGEMENT

ISO

SENSITIVITY

FOCUS

MENU[RECORD]

1/2

MODE F 2.8

ChangeEXIT F No.

RECORDING MODE GRID

TEMPLATE

WHITE

BALANCE

EXPOSURE

MODE

IMAGE

ENLARGEMENT

ISO

SENSITIVITY

FOCUS

MENU[RECORD]

■ Changing the exposure mode

Two exposure modes are available: PROGRAM and AV Mode. PROGRAM: In PROGRAM mode, the camera automatically determines the shutter

speed and aperture in accordance with the subject brightness. This mode is generally suitable for snapshots, commemorative pictures, landscapes, etc.

AV Mode: AV Mode uses aperture priority; therefore, when the aperture is set, the

camera automatically determines the shutter speed. This mode is used when it is desired to utilize depth of field for certain specific purposes. For example, for portraits, etc., the aperture can be opened up to blur the background. Or the aperture can be closed down for sharp focus over a wider range in landscapes, etc. Four aperture settings can be selected with AV Mode: F2.8, F4, F6.5 and F13.

q Set the Mode dial to [ ] and then press the MENU button.

The Record menu will be displayed.

w Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select

[EXPOSURE MODE].

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e Press the MENU

change the setting.

The exposure mode alternates between PROGRAM and AV Mode each time the MENU

Change

Mode, also press the ENTER one of the four different apertures can be selected.

r Press the CANCEL

The Record menu will return.

Change

button and

button is pressed. In the case of AV

F No.

button. Any

EXIT

button.

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t Press the shutter button to take the picture.

Note

• Keep setting function can be used to store the exposure mode setting.

■ Exposure Compensation Settings

As long as the subject is centered in the shooting range, you can take the picture normally as the camera will automatically adjust the exposure compensation for backlighting. If there is a significant difference in brightness between the background and subject, however, the subject tends to be under- or over-exposed. Exposure compensation is useful in this situation. You can also use exposure compensation to produce intentionally under- or over-exposed images.

● Exposure Compensation Range ±2.0 EV (in 0.25 EV steps)

● Shooting Against the Light The bright background will make the subject appear under-exposed. Set the exposure compensation level to a positive value to adjust the exposure.

Important

• If the subject is not centered in the shooting range when taking a picture

Note

against the light, the camera will not assume that the subject is in a backlit state. Exposure compensation is required in this situation.

● Shooting a White Image If you shoot an image that appears generally white, the shot will be under-exposed as a whole, with people appearing dark and white objects appearing gray. Set the exposure compensation level to a positive (+) value to adjust the exposure.

● Shooting a Black Image If you shoot an image that appears generally black, the shot will be over-exposed as a whole, with people appearing white and black objects appearing gray. Set the exposure compensation level to a negative (–) value to adjust the exposure. Follow the same procedure when shooting a person under a spotlight, for example.

Set the exposure compensation level.

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

The record menu will be displayed.

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w Press the ▼ or ▲ button to select [+/–]

2/2

EV±0.0

SelectEXIT

REDEYE REDUCTION MONOCHROME

MODE INTERVAL MODE AUTO

BRACKET

+/–

MENU[RECORD]

Cancel

+2.0



–2.0 EV±0.0

and press the ENTER

The exposure compensation settings menu will be displayed.

Select

button.

e Press the ▼ or ▲ button to change the

compensation level.

When the ▼ button is pressed, the numerals will become higher; when the ▲ button is pressed, the numerals will become lower.

r Press the ENTER

button

The record menu will be displayed.

EXIT

Press the CANCEL

button.

t Press the shutter release button to shoot

the subject.

• To save the exposure compensation setting, set Keep Setting mode. See

Note

“Keep Settings”. (p.94)

• Three frames will be exposed continuously: one at the exposure

compensation value, one at –0.5EV and one at +0.5EV. This function is convenient for checking the exposure compensation value setting. See “Using Auto Bracket”. (p.68)

Basic Shooting

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Changing the White Balance

1/2

AUTO

SelectEXIT

RECORDING MODE GRID

TEMPLATE

WHITE

BALANCE

EXPOSURE

MODE

IMAGE

ENLARGEMENT

ISO

SENSITIVITY

FOCUS

MENU[RECORD]

The White Balance mode is a function for adjusting the white balance so that color balance is natural under any type of lighting. Normally, the Auto mode is used. When in the Auto mode, the white balance of white areas is automatically adjusted to a standard, so white objects will appear white under any type of lighting. Because of this, the white balance may not be correct with subjects having white areas or dark areas. In such cases, change to the White Balance mode before the start of recording.

● Auto : Adjustment is performed automatically by the camera.

● Daylight

● Overcast

● Tungsten

● Fluorescent

● User Define (

W/B Calibration (W)

●

: Used when recording outdoors where white balance

adjustment is difficult.

: Used in cloudy weather and in the shade where white

balance adjustment is difficult.

: Used under Tungsten lighting where white balance

adjustment is difficult.

: Used under fluorescent lighting where white balance

adjustment is difficult.

):The white balance can be adjusted by adjusting red (R),

green (G) and blue (B).

: The white balance is corrected using a white subject as the

standard.

Tips

Subjects with which auto white balance adjustment is difficult

• Single-color subjects

• Subjects under multiple light sources

q Set the Mode dial to [ ] and then press the MENU button.

w Press the ▼ and ▲ buttons to select

[WHITE BALANCE], then press the

Select

button.

ENTER

The Settings menu will be displayed.

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■ When AUTO, DAYLIGHT ( ), OVERCAST ( ), TUNGSTEN ( ) or

AUTO

DAY

LIGHT TUNGSTEN OVERCAST

FLUORESCENT

USER

DEFINE

W/B

CALIBRATION

[WHITE

BALANCE]

Cancel

AUTO

DAY

LIGHT TUNGSTEN OVERCAST

FLUORESCENT

USER

DEFINE

W/B

CALIBRATION

[WHITE

BALANCE]

Cancel

Adjust

SAVE

Preset

[USER

DEFINE]

FLUORESCENT ( ) is selected:

e Press the ▼ and ▲ buttons to select

White Balance mode, then press the

ENTER

The Record menu will be displayed.

button.

r Press the CANCEL

EXIT

button.

t Press the shutter release button to take

the picture.

■ When USER DEFINE is selected:

e Press the ▼ and ▲ buttons to select

[USER DEFINE], then press the MENU

Adjust

button.

r Press the MENU

Preset

to select White Balance mode ( , , , ). Then the RGB setting values for each White Balance are displayed as 왕.

t Press the ▼ and ▲ buttons to select R,

G and B, then press the CENCEL button and ENTER button to adjust the colors.

Basic Shooting

y Press the ▼ and ▲ buttons to select [SAVE] and then press the

ENTER

Setting will end and the Setting menu will return.

u Press the CANCEL

button.

EXIT

button to return to the Record menu.

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i Press the shutter release button to take the picture.

AUTO

DAY

LIGHT

TUNGSTEN OVERCAST

FLUORESCENT

USER

DEFINE

W/B

CALIBRATION

Adjust

[WHITE BALANCE]

Cancel

[W/BCALIBRATION]

PLACE

WHITE

PAPER IN FRONT

OF LENS!

Cancel

START:RELEASE

■ When calibrating the white balance (W/B CALIBRATION)

e Press the ▼ and ▲ buttons to select

[W/B CALIBRATION] and then press the MENU

Adjust

button.

r Press the shutter release button.

Place paper that passes nearly colorless light in front of the lens. Setting will end and the SET menu will return when the shutter release button is pressed.

t Press the ENTER

return to the record menu.

Press the CANCEL

y Press the shutter release button to

take the picture.

Important

Note

button to

EXIT

button.

• Even with the same subject, the color balance can differ depending on the weather and type of light source (Tungsten or fluorescent).

• The white balance may not be correct in the Auto mode when a subject

includes few white areas. In such cases, place some white object near the subject when taking the picture.

• The flash will not fire when Daylight, Tungsten, Cloudy (overcast),

Fluorescent or User Settings is used.

• White balance can only be set while in the record mode. Setting is not

possible in the Play mode.

• Set Save Mode to save the white balance setting. Reference ➞ page 94

“Keep Settings”.

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Using the Self-Timer

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The self-timer offers a convenient way to take group pictures with the photographer included. Mount the camera on a tripod or a flat, secure surface to shoot pictures with the self-timer.

q Set the mode dial to [ ] and press the

self timer button.

The self timer is now set.

The self timer symbol [ the LCD monitor or on the LCD panel.

] will be displayed on

Basic Shooting

w Decide the composition of the picture,

position the camera securely, and press the shutter release button.

The self timer LED will start flashing and the shutter will be released with an approximate delay of 10 seconds. The self timer LED will stay lit for about 2 seconds before the shutter is released. The self-timer mode ends automatically when the shutter is released.

Note

Tips

• If the flash is charging, the self-timer will start when charging is completed.

• When the release button is pressed, the focus is locked.

• The selftimer will be canceled if another mode is selected within approx. 10

sec. from the time the selftimer starts.

Remote Control

To operate the camera from a remote position or when the camera is fixed in one spot, use the optional remote control unit.

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Using Focus Lock to Take Pictures

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Normally, subjects within the autofocus range as seen in the viewfinder and on the LCD monitor are in focus. Under certain conditions, however, the desired subject may not be in focus. In such cases, use the Focus Lock to assure that the desired subject is in sharp focus.

• Page 44 “Digital Zoom”.

Note

■ Use Focus Lock at times like these

When the desired subject is not within the autofocus range, resulting in a sharply focused background and blurred subject.

When an object other than the subject occupies most of the autofocus range, resulting in that object being in sharp focus while the main subject is blurred.

Macro focus can be used to take close-ups.

■ How to Use the Focus Lock

q Press the ▼ or ▲ button to set the size

of your subject.

w Bring the subject on which you wish to

focus into the autofocus field.

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e Press the shutter release button lightly

and hold it.

The focus will be locked at this point. The focus lamp (green) will light.

r Decide the composition of the shot by

moving the camera with the shutter release button held, and then press the shutter release button down fully.

Note

• You can also use the manual focus to focus on the subject. See “Focus

Modes” (p.61).

Focus Modes

This camera is capable of six types of focus (Auto, Macro, Area, 2.5 M, Infinity, Manual). Focusing can thus be performed for snapshots, landscapes, etc., in accordance with the photographic conditions. Auto : The camera focuses automatically. Macro : Close-up pictures of the subject can be taken. (subject distance: 13 - 30cm). Area : The distance range within which the subject will be in sharp focus can be

selected freely.

2.5M : Suitable for snapshots, etc. Infinity : Suitable for scenic shots of distant subjects such as mountains, etc. Manual : Focusing is performed manually.

Basic Shooting

q Set the Mode dial to [ ] and then press the MENU button.

The Record menu will be displayed.

w Press the ▼ and ▲ buttons to select

[FOCUS] and then press the ENTER

Select

button.

MENU[RECORD]

RECORDING MODE

TEMPLATE

GRID

BALANCE

WHITE EXPOSURE IMAGE ISO

FOCUS

EXIT

MODE

ENLARGEMENT

SENSITIVITY

AUTO

1/2

Select

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e Press the ▼ and ▲ buttons to select a

AUTO

MACRO

AREA

2.5M

INFINITY

MANUAL

[FOCUS]

Cancel

focus mode (AUTO, MACRO, AREA,

2.5M, INFINITY, MANUAL) and then press the ENTER

button.

r Press the CANCEL

EXIT

button to

return to the Record mode.

t Press the shutter release button to take the picture.

• When the focus mode is set to Area, use the CANCEL and ENTER buttons to set the area to be in sharp focus and then press the shutter

button.

• When the Manual focus mode is set, press the CANCEL button to adjust the focus and then press the shutter button to take the

picture.

Important

Note

• Depth of focus is shallow in macro photography, so focus can be disturbed if the camera is moved. Mount the camera on a tripod, etc., to prevent camera movement.

• When the flash is used, the light from the flash may appear red in the picture. Pictures may also appear wash out in the case of overexposure.

• The view through the viewfinder and the actual picture coverage differ considerably; therefore, for greater accuracy, connect the camera to LCD monitor or TV set to check the coverage before taking a picture.

• Set Keep Settings to save the focus mode setting. ➞ Page 94 “Keep Settings”.

Note

or ENTER

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Using the Grid Templates

1/2

OFF

EXIT

Select

RECORDING MODE

GRID

TEMPLATE

WHITE

BALANCE

EXPOSURE

MODE

IMAGE

ENLARGEMENT

ISO

SENSITIVITY

FOCUS

MENU[RECORD]

OFF

[GRID

TEMPLATE]

OKCancel

Change

[GRID

TEMPLATE]

OKCancel

Change

A grid can be displayed as an aid to composing pictures. There are two grid templates.

q Set the Mode dial to [ ] and then press the MENU button.

The Record menu will be displayed.

w Press the ▼ and ▲ buttons to select

Grid [GRID TEMPLATE] and then press the ENTER

e Set grid display to on or off. Press the

MENU and then press the ENTER

• The two grid templates are alternately turned on and off each time the MENU

is pressed.

Select

button.

Change

button to display the grid

Change

button.

button

Basic Shooting

r Press the CANCEL

return to the record mode.

t Press the shutter release button to take

the picture.

The grid template will be displayed on the LCD monitor.

Tips

EXIT

button to

To cancel the grid template setting



• To turn off the grid template, select [OFF] and press the ENTER

button in step e above.

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Redeye Reduction Mode

2/2

OFF

ChangeEXIT

REDEYE REDUCTION

MONOCHROME

MODE

INTERVAL

MODE

AUTO

BRACKET

+/–

MENU[RECORD]

If you shoot a subject, with the flash activated, in a dark place, the eyes of the subject may appear red in the resultant picture. In redeye reduction mode, the flash will fire several times before the shutter releases to lessen the redeye effect.

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

The record menu is displayed.

w Press the ▼ or ▲ button to select

[REDEYE REDUCTION] and press the MENU [OFF]. Press the CANCEL return to the Record mode.

The [ ] will be displayed on the LCD panel and LCD monitor.

e Press the shutter release button to shoot

the subject.

When you press the shutter release button, the flash will fire several times in succession preliminarily before firing last when the shutter releases.

Change

button to select [ON] or

EXIT

button to

Important

Note

• The shutter takes about 1 second to release after you press the shutter release button. Hold the camera steady meanwhile to shoot.

Note

• Redeye reduction mode does not work when the flash mode is Flash off mode.

Changing the ISO Sensitivity

The photographic sensitivity can be changed.

• When ISO 200 or 400 is set, the shutter speed will become faster but the

Note

q Set the Mode dial to [ ] and then press the MENU button.

The Record menu will be displayed.

images will become coarser.

• The initial value is 100.

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w Press the ▼ and ▲ buttons to select

2/2

OFF

ChangeEXIT

REDEYE REDUCTION

MONOCHROME

MODE

INTERVAL

MODE

AUTO

BRACKET

+/–

MENU[RECORD]

1/2

100

ChangeEXIT

RECORDING MODE GRID

TEMPLATE WHITE BALANCE EXPOSURE

MODE

IMAGE

ENLARGEMENT

ISO SENSITIVITY

FOCUS

MENU[RECORD]

1/2

200

ChangeEXIT

RECORDING MODE GRID

TEMPLATE

WHITE

BALANCE EXPOSURE

MODE

IMAGE

ENLARGEMENT

ISO

SENSITIVITY

FOCUS

MENU[RECORD]

2/2

ChangeEXIT

REDEYE REDUCTION

MONOCHROME

MODE

INTERVAL MODE AUTO

BRACKET

+/–

MENU[RECORD]

[ISO SENSITIVITY], then press the MENU

Change

button to select the desired sensitivity (100, 200, 400). Press the CANCEL

EXIT

button to

return to the Record mode.

There is no display at ISO 100.

e Press the shutter release button to take the

picture.

• Set Keep settings to save the ISO sensitivity setting. ➞ Page 94 “Keep

Note

Settings”.

Recording Monochrome Images

Images can be recorded in black & white or sepia.

q Set the Mode dial to [ ] and then press the MENU button.

The Record menu will be displayed.

Basic Shooting

w Press the ▼ and ▲ buttons to select

[MONOCHROME MODE], and press the MENU mode (B&W, sepia) and then press the CANCEL

The Record menu will be displayed. Select B&W for monochrome pictures, and select Sepia for sepia pictures.

e Press the shutter release button to take

the picture.

Note

Change

button, select Monochrome

EXIT

button.

• White balance does not function in the Monochrome mode.

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Interval (Time Lapse) Shooting

2/2

OFF

ChangeEXIT

REDEYE REDUCTION MONOCHROME

MODE

INTERVAL

MODE

AUTO

BRACKET

+/–

MENU[RECORD]

2/2

ON(1MIN.30SEC.)

ChangeEXIT Adjust

REDEYE REDUCTION MONOCHROME

MODE

INTERVAL MODE

AUTO

BRACKET

+/–

MENU[RECORD]

1 30

MIN. SEC.

[INTERVAL

MODE]

OKCancel

Pictures can be taken automatically at a specified time interval. The time interval can be set in 30-sec. increments from 30 sec. to 180 min. (3 hrs.). If the time interval is set to 60 min., for example, the shutter will be released once each hour until the smart media capacity has all been utilized.

Important

• The initial interval setting is 1 min. 30 sec.

Note

• When using interval photography, check the number of pictures that can be recorded on the smart media before setting.

q Set the Mode dial to [ ] and then press the MENU button.

The Record menu will be displayed.

w Press the ▼ and ▲ buttons to select

[INTERVAL MODE].

The Interval Settings screen will be displayed.

e Press the MENU

[ON] and then press the ENTER button.

r Press the ▼ and ▲ buttons to set the

interval.

t Press the MENU button and move

to the item to be set. Repeat this operation to set the time and interval.

Change

button, select

Adjust

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y When setting is completed, press the ENTER

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INTERVAL MODE

Return to the Record menu. Press the CANCEL

Note

• Interval shooting mode can be interrupted by either turning the Mode dial

EXIT

button

or by turning the power off while the message Interval is lighted.

u Press the shutter release button.

The first picture will be taken. After that, pictures will continue to be taken at the set interval. The message Interval will light during interval photography. Picture taking will end when the capacity of the smart media is used up.

Important

• The interval at which pictures are taken may be extended in some cases,

Note

depending on the Image quality mode and Flash mode settings.

• When battery power is used, the battery may become exhausted during interval photography. It is recommended that the AC adapter be used.

button.

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Using Auto Bracket

EXIT

2/2

OFF

ChangeEXIT

REDEYE REDUCTION MONOCHROME

MODE INTERVAL MODE

AUTO

BRACKET

+/–

MENU[RECORD]

2/2

ChangeEXIT

REDEYE

REDUCTION

MONOCHROME

MODE INTERVAL MODE

AUTO

BRACKET

+/–

MENU[RECORD]

This function takes three continuous frames: one each at the set exposure and at –0.5EV and +0.5EV. This feature makes it possible to obtain correct exposure under difficult conditions. Mount the camera on a tripod or level surface to prevent the camera from moving.

q Set the MODE dial to [ ] and then press the MENU button.

The Record menu will be displayed.

w Press the up ▼ or down ▲ button to

select [AUTO BRACKET].

e Press the MENU

[ON] [OFF] and press the CANCEL button

r Press the shutter release button to take the picture.

When the shutter release button is pressed, three frames will be taken at the set exposure of –0.5EV, 0, + 0.5EV.

Note

Change

button to turn

• The flash will not fire when Auto Bracket is used.

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Adding Image Quality Modes (Image Enlargement)

Used for taking pictures with higher image quality. Pictures can be taken at a size of 2000 x 1480 pixels.

Important

• In some cases, the data volume is large and time is required to take a

Note

picture, so use caution concerning the remaining battery capacity.

q Set the Mode dial to [ ] and then press the MENU button.

The Record menu will be displayed.

w Press the ▼ and ▲ buttons to select

[IMAGE ENLARGEMENT].

MENU[RECORD]

RECORDING MODE

TEMPLATE

GRID

BALANCE

WHITE EXPOSURE

IMAGE

ISO FOCUS

MODE

ENLARGEMENT

SENSITIVITY

OFF(PIC:1600)

ChangeEXIT

1/2

Basic Shooting

e Press the MENU

[ON] and then press the CANCEL

Change

button, select

EXIT

button.

The Record menu will be displayed.

r Press the shutter release button to take

the picture.

Note

• The digital zoom function does not work for the Image Enlargement mode.

MENU[RECORD]

RECORDING MODE

TEMPLATE

GRID

BALANCE

WHITE EXPOSURE

IMAGE

ISO FOCUS

MODE

ENLARGEMENT

SENSITIVITY

ON(PIC:2000)

ChangeEXIT

1/2

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PLAYBACK

Before Starting to Playback Recorded Images . 72

Playback Display ............................................. 72

Connecting to a TV ......................................... 73

Playing Back a File ............................................... 74

Playing Back Still Images,

Text and Quick Shooting................................ 75

Playing Back Motion Pictures........................ 76

Special Playback Functions ................................ 77

Multi Image Playback...................................... 77

Zoom Playback ................................................ 78

Auto Playback.................................................. 79

Protecting a File .............................................. 80

Setting DPOF (Digital Print Order Format)... 81

Setting a Print Service .................................... 81

Chapter

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Before Starting to Playback Recorded Images

This section explains the preparations for playing back recorded images and how to read the playback display.

Playback Display

Information about a recorded file, including its number and type, will be displayed when you select PLAY mode.

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q File Number Number of the file being played w Total Number of Files Total number of files recorded e File name Name of the file being played. But, when a file that

does not conform to the DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) image file format is played, no file name will appear.

r PIC Mode Displays the PIC mode of the file being played. t Image Protect Mark Indicates that a protected file is being played. y Battery Mark Displays the status or exhaustion of the battery loaded

in the camera.

u AVI file Displayed when moving images are taken.

Date and Time Recorded

Displays the date and time at which the file was recorded.

• Recorded images are played back assuming that the camera was held

Note

horizontally to shoot them. Accordingly, pictures shot with the camera held vertically will be displayed sideways.

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Tips

LCD Monitor Display Function

Press the ENTER button to display information, such as the date and time recorded, on the LCD monitor. Each time you press the ENTER button, the display will change in the following sequence:

Full Information

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Connecting to a TV

Connect the camera to a TV set with the video interface cable supplied to play recorded image files on the TV screen.

Important

Note

• Please refer to the instruction manual for the equipment to which the camera is connected.

Image input

Playback

q Check that both the camera and the TV are turned off.

w Open the camera’s terminal cover and connect the video interface

cable to the video out terminal.

e Connect the other end of the video interface cable to the Video In

terminal on the TV.

Using the Camera for Extended Periods of Time

Supplying power to the camera from a household AC outlet using AC adapter is recommended for shooting over extended periods of time. See “Using an AC Adapter” (p.27).

• Make sure that the camera is turned off before connecting the AC adapter.

•

Note

When you are away on overseas trips, you may view recorded images on a PAL TV set. See “Changing Video-out Signal Method (NTSC/PAL)” (p.97).

• The LCD monitor would appear blank if you connect the video interface cable to the camera.

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Playing Back a File

This section provides instructions for playing back recorded image files.

■ Operation Flow

To play back an image file, follow the steps below:

Turn on the camera

Slide the power switch on and set the mode dial to [

Select a file

Press the ▲▼ button to select a file. (p.75)

Switch the display mode

Switch the display mode between zoom and multi-image playback, and so on. See:

“Multi Image Playback” (p.77). “Zoom Playback” (p.78) “Auto Playback” (p.79)

■ Files that can be played on the camera

The following kinds of files can be played on this camera:

• Files recorded on this camera

• Data recorded on the Ricoh RDC-4200, 5000, 5300 digital camera.

• Files shot with another brand of camera

] (p.75).

• The “UNMATCHED FILE” message will be displayed if an unplayable file

Note

is encountered.

• In some cases, data recorded with the cameras of other companies cannot be played back.

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Playing Back Still Images, Text and Quick Shooting

Recorded files containing still images, text and continuous pictures can be played back.

q Set the Mode dial to [ ].

The last file recorded will be displayed on the LCD monitor.

Page 72 “Playback Display”.

Note

w Press the ▲ and ▼ buttons to select the

file to be played back.

When the ▼ button is pressed, the next file will be displayed. When the ▲ button is pressed, the previous file will be displayed.

• Depending on the smartmedia capacity, some time may be required for

Note

file playback to start after the power is turned on and the Mode dial is changed.

• Files can be protected to prevent deletion. → Page 80 “Protecting a File”.

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Playing Back Motion Pictures



Files containing moving images can be played back.

q Set the Mode dial to [ ].

w Use the ▲ and ▼ buttons to select the

motion picture file to be played back.

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Press the shutter button to replay the motion picture.

When the ▼ button is pressed, the next file will be played. When the ▲ button is pressed, the previous file will be played.

● Ending playback

• Playback can be stopped by pressing the shutter release button during playback. Pressing the shutter release button again will restart playback.

• Playback can be interrupted by pressing ▲ and ▼ buttons to play the next or previous files.

• Files can be protected to prevent deletion. → Page 80 “Protecting a File”.

Note

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Special Playback Functions

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141 2 3

5 6

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The following explains the various playback functions.

Multi Image Playback

Multi-image playback lets you view six images at once on the LCD monitor for quick searching.

q Set the mode dial to [ ].

w Press the DISPLAY button.

The multi-image playback function is now set.

e Press the ▼ or ▲ button to select the file

to be played back.

Six files can be displayed on the LCD monitor at one time. The green framed will appear highlighted to indicate that a file has been selected. Press the ▼ button to move to the previous file. Press the ▲ button to move to the next file.

Playback

r Press the DISPLAY button or the ENTER

Select

button.

The normal screen will be displayed. And the file of the selected number will be displayed in the single-image mode.

• Unplayable files recorded on other equipment will be displayed on a blue

Note

background.

• Pressing the ▲ button while the cursor is on the last (lower right) file, will display the next set of six files: Pressing the ▼ button while the cursor is on the first (upper left) file will display the previous set of six files.

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Zoom Playback

Select

An image file that is played is displayed x1.5 and twice the height and width of the original.

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

The play menu will be displayed.

ZOOM

AUTO PROTECT DPOF

EXIT

MENU[PLAY]

PLAYBACK

w Press the ▼ or ▲ button to select [ZOOM

PLAYBACK] and press the ENTER button.

Select

The file is enlarged 1.5X and displayed. When the DISPLAY button is pressed again, the file will be enlarged 2X and a frame will also be displayed.

e Press the ▼ or ▲ button, or MENU

or ENTER button to verify

the image file.

When the button is pressed, the frame will shift and the display position will shift.

To return to playback menu, press the CANCEL

EXIT

. The playback menu will be displayed.

• Zoom playback is possible only with files containing still images or text

Note

recorded with this camera.

1.5X

EXIT

1.5X

EXIT

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Auto Playback

This function automatically plays all the files stored on the SmartMedia memory card. Play times of 1, 5, 10 and 30 sec. can be selected.

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

The play menu will be displayed.

w Press the ▼ or ▲ button to select [AUTO

PLAYBACK].

MENU[PLAYBACK]

PLAYBACK

ZOOM

PLAYBACK

AUTO

PROTECT DPOF

OFF

ChangeEXIT

e Press the MENU

Change

buttons to select the playback time (1 SEC, 5 SEC, 10 SEC, 30 SEC) and then press the ENTER

Play

button.

When the ENTER auto playback starts at the set time interval. Auto playback will then continue until canceled.

Play

button is pressed,

MENU[PLAYBACK]

PLAYBACK

ZOOM

PLAYBACK

AUTO

PROTECT DPOF

1SEC.

ChangeEXIT PLAY

● Canceling auto playback Auto playback can be canceled by pressing the shutter release button or ▼ ▲buttons, etc., during playback.

• Playback times do not include the time required to call out the files.

Note

• For motion picture, the picture will be played until the end, then the last view is stayed for the set time.

Playback

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Protecting a File

Select

You can protect valuable files from being erased accidentally.

Important

Note

• Formatting the SmartMedia memory card will erase protected, as well as unprotected, files.

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

w Press the ▼ or ▲ button to select

[PROTECT] and press the ENTER button.

e Press the ▼ or ▲ button to select the

file you wish to protect and press the ENTER button.

The selected file will be protected and the mark will be displayed. If you keep the setting, repeat step e.

• To cancel protection, press the MENU button. The mark will disappear.

Note

r Press the CANCEL

The screen returns to the play menu. Press the CANCEL end the operation.

EXIT

button to end the protect setting.

MENU[PLAYBACK]

PLAYBACK

ZOOM

PLAYBACK

AUTO

PROTECT

DPOF

EXIT Select

Cancel

EXIT

PROTECT:ENTER

button again to

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How To Cancel the Setting

Choose a protected file in step e above and press the MENU button to erase the

mark.

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Setting DPOF (Digital Print Order Format)

Select

STANDARD

PRINTS

INDEX

PRINTS

CANCEL

PRINT ORDER

REVIEW

PRINT ORDER

Select

[DPOF]

Cancel

DPOF is a special feature built into your camera that allows you to assign information to your images for use by digital printing services, desktop printers that accept memory cards or devices that allow direct to print from your camera. By assigning DPOF information to an image, you may designate the quantity of images you wish to have printed or have an index of selected images printed directly from the memory card or image file. When submitting recorded images to digital printing services or other applications, set the number of copies of the images to print and that of copies of the index. This setting is possible only when you select the RICOH folder.

Setting a Print Service

When having prints made by a digital print service, set the number of prints and number of indexes. After setting, you can visit your local digital camera service center and have prints made of specified data.

• Leave enough space for 1 - 2 prints on the smart media so the print service

Note

settings can be saved.

• After making the print service settings, do not change the record, erase, or other, settings. If this is done, reset playback.

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

w Press the ▼ and ▲ buttons to select

[DPOF] and then press the ENTER button.

The Setting menu will be displayed.

MENU[PLAY]

PLAYBACK

ZOOM

PLAYBACK

AUTO PROTECT

DPOF

STND:0 INDEX:0

EXIT

e Press the ▼ and ▲ buttons to select and

then press the ENTER

• Specify the number of prints. → p.82

• Specify the number of indexes. → p.83

• Cancel DPOF settings. → p.84

• Checking DPOF. → p.84

Select

button.

Playback

Select

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■ Specifying the number of prints

STANDARD

PRINTS

INDEX

PRINTS

CANCEL

PRINT ORDER

REVIEW

PRINT ORDER

Select

[DPOF]

Cancel

q Press the ▼ and ▲ buttons to select

[STANDARD PRINTS] and then press the ENTER

The screen will change to 6-screen display.

Select

button.

w Press the ▼ and ▲ buttons to select the

file that specifies the number of prints.

–

e Press the MENU

ENTER

button and

buttons to specify the

number of prints.

To continue setting the number of prints, repeat the operations in procedures w - e.

r Press the CANCEL

The setup menu will return. Press the CANCEL

EXIT

button again to exit the operation.

EXIT

button.

[STANDARD PRINT]

AVI

STND:0 INDEX:0

EXIT +1

[STANDARD PRINT]

STND:1 INDEX:0

EXIT +1

–1

AVI

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■ Specifying the number of indexes

STANDARD

PRINTS

INDEX

PRINTS

CANCEL PRINT ORDER REVIEW

PRINT ORDER

Select

[DPOF]

Cancel

All of the files can be reduced and printed. These are called index prints. These are convenient for making a list of the files in the Ricoh folder and for specifying the number of prints.

q Press the ▼ and ▲ buttons to select

[INDEX PRINTS] and then press the ENTER

Select

button.

–

w Press the MENU

ENTER

button and the

buttons to specify the

number of indexes.

• To cancel the setting, set the number

Note

of indexes to zero (0).

e Press the CANCEL

The Playback menu will return. Press the CANCEL operation.

EXIT

button.

button again to exit the

[INDEX

STND:1 INDEX:0

EXIT +1

PRINTS]



COPIES

–1

Playback

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■ Canceling DPOF settings

STANDARD

PRINTS

INDEX

PRINTS

CANCEL PRINT ORDER

REVIEW

PRINT ORDER

Select

[DPOF]

Cancel

STANDARD

PRINTS

INDEX

PRINTS CANCEL

PRINT ORDER

REVIEW

PRINT ORDER

Select

[DPOF]

Cancel

q Press the ▼ and ▲ buttons to select

[CANCEL PRINT ORDER], then press the ENTER

Select

button.

w Press the shutter release button.

All of the settings will be cleared and the Settings menu will return.

■ Checking DPOF

q Press the ▼ and ▲ buttons, select

[REVIEW PRINT ORDER], then press the ENTER

w Check the number of prints to be made

for the specified file.

To reset or increase the number of prints, repeat the number of prints setting operation.

e Press the CANCEL

The Settings menu will return.

Select

button.

EXIT

button.

[CANCEL PRINT ORDER]

STND:1 INDEX:10

Cancel

[REVIEW PRINT ORDER]

STAND:10 INDEX:10

EXIT



ALL

CLEAR

SETTINGS?

START:RELEASE

AVI

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ERASING

Chapter

Erasing a File (Image)........................................... 86

Erase ................................................................. 86

Erase All Images.............................................. 87

Erase Selected Files (Images) ....................... 88

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Erasing a File (Image)

This section explains how to erase recorded files. There are three ways to erase files: single file deletion, deletion of all files and deletion of multiple specified files.

Important

Note

• Remember that files cannot be restored once they are erased. Before starting to erase a file, make sure that you want to erase it.

• Files on a write-protected SmartMedia memory card cannot be erased

Note

unless the write protect pad is removed from the card. See “Protecting Against Accidental Writing” (p.29).

• Depending on the SmartMedia capacity, it may take a short time to erase a file after turning on the power or changing the mode dial.

Erase

The selected file is erased.

q Set the mode dial to [ ].

An erase menu will be displayed.

w Press the ▼ or ▲ button to select

[SINGLE IMAGE] and press the ENTER

Select

button.

e Press the ▼ or ▲ button to select an

image file to erase, and press the shutter release button.

The image file selected is erased. If you want to erase more files, repeat step e above.

MENU[ERASE]

SINGLE

IMAGES

ALL SELECTED

ERASE SINGLE

START:RELEASE

EXIT

IMAGE

IMAGES

IMAGE

Select

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r Press the CANCEL

EXIT

button.

The erase menu is displayed again.

• When a lower numbered file is erased, the higher numbers are reassigned.

Note

• Files which have been set in Protect mode cannot be erased until they are unprotected. See “Protecting a File” (p.80).

Erase All Images

All recorded files are erased.

q Set the mode dial to [ ].

w Press the ▼ or ▲ button to select [ALL

IMAGES] and press the ENTER button.

Select

MENU[ERASE]

SINGLE

IMAGES

ALL

SELECTED

IMAGE

IMAGES

Select

Erasing

e Press the shutter release button.

All the files are erased, and return to erase menu.

• High-capacity SmartMedia cards or larger number of files may take a long

Note

time to erase.

• Files which have been set in Protect mode cannot be erased until they are unprotected. See “Protecting a File” (p.80).

[ERASE]

ERASE

IMAGES?

START:RELEASE

EXIT

ALL

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Erase Selected Files (Images)

Erases multiple selected image files.

q Set the mode dial to [ ].

w Press the ▼ or ▲ button to select

[SELECTED IMAGES] and press the ENTER

The screen will change to 6-screen display.

Select

button.

e Press the ▼ or ▲ button to select an

image file to erase and press the ENTER

Select

button.

The image file is designated by the ( ) mark. To select more files, repeat step e as many times as needed.

• To cancel selected file bearing the

Note

mark, press the ENTER

Select

key

again.

r Press the shutter release button.

The image files selected are erased. The erase menu is displayed again after erasing the selected files.

• Files may take time to erase, depending on the capacity of the SmartMedia

Note

memory card mounted and the file type.

• Files which have been set in Protect mode cannot be erased until they are unprotected. See “Protecting a File” (p.80).

MENU[ERASE]

SINGLE ALL

SELECTED

456

IMAGE

IMAGES

AVI AVI

START:RELEASE

EXIT

Select

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ChapterMISCELLANEOUS

Transferring Images to a PC................................ 90

Installing Camera Utility Software................. 90

Changing Camera Settings.................................. 93

Formatting SmartMedia .................................. 93

Keep Settings .................................................. 9 4

Auto Power Off Setting................................... 95

Changing the LCD Off Setting ....................... 96

Changing OSD (On-Screen Display)

Language.......................................................... 97

Changing Video-Out Signal Method

(NTSC/PAL) ...................................................... 97

Changing LCD Confirmation.......................... 98

Changing the LCD Setting ............................. 98

Initializing Settings ......................................... 98

Sequence Number Initialization................... 100

Using the Remote Control ................................. 101

Shooting ......................................................... 101

Playing............................................................ 103

Erasing ........................................................... 104

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Transferring Images to a PC

You can transfer recorded files to a personal computer by using a serial or USB cable and software bundled with the camera.

Installing Camera Utility Software

Install the CD-ROM-based software (Camera utility Windows/Macintosh) (Ricoh Camera Utility) bundled with the camera.

Important

Note

• Refer to the separate sheets attached to this manual concerning the installation and operation methods.

●PC Operating Platforms and Installation Instructions

쑗 Windows

Windows Description

Operating system Microsoft Windows 95/98/2000/NT4.0 PC PC running Microsoft Windows 95/98/2000/NT4.0 CPU Pentium 166 or more (recommended Pentium II 300 or

more) Memory • Windows : 32 MB or more (recommended 64 MB or more) Hard drive space 100 MB or more (recommended 150 MB or more)

Display resolution 640 × 480 dots or more (recommended 1024 × 768 dots or

more) Display colors 256 or more (recommended 65,000 or more) CD-ROM drive CD-ROM drive supported by Microsoft Windows 95/98/2000

• The Camera utility software does not run under Windows NT3.51.

Note

• The Camera utility software does not run under Windows 3.1.

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쑗 Macintosh

Macintosh Description

OS 8.1 – 9 CPU PowerPC or more Internal memory 64 MB or more (recommended 128 MB or more) Required memory 2 MB of uncompressed application memory space Hard drive space 100 MB or more (recommended 150 MB or more) Display resolution 640 × 480 dots or more (recommended 1024 × 768 dots or

more) Display colors 256 or more (recommended 32,000 or more) Keyboard mouse Keyboard and mouse connectable to the Macintosh PC

used CD-ROM drive CD-ROM drive supported by the Macintosh PC used

Miscellaneous

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■ Connecting the Camera to a PC

Use the cable supplied when connecting the RDC-6000 to a personal computer.

q Turn off the personal computer power. w Make sure the power of this device is off and then use the indicated

cable to connect to the personal computer.

Note

• Avoid using the camera battery whenever possible. Use the AC adapter instead. If the power fails during operation, it will be necessary to repeat.

• Do not connect the AC adapter while the camera power is on.

Typical Windows connection

Typical Macintosh connection

e Turn on the digital camera power and set

the camera mode dial to [ ].

r Turn on the personal computer power

and start the utility software.

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Changing Camera Settings

[FORMAT]

ALL

IMAGES WILL BE

ERASED!!

Cancel

START:RELEASE

The various camera settings can be changed in accordance with the method of usage.

Formatting SmartMedia

New SmartMedia and SmartMedia used in another device (personal computer, etc.) can be formatted (initialized) by the camera.

Important

Note

• Formatting SmartMedia erases all previously recorded files, including protected files.

• Do not use a personal computer to format (initialize) SmartMedia.

• In some cases, SmartMedia formatted by another device cannot be used.

q Insert the SmartMedia and then slide the

power switch to ON and set the Mode dial to [SET].

The Set-up will be displayed.

• Page 30 “Inserting a SmartMedia

Note

Memory Card”

• Page 41 “Turning On the Camera”

Miscellaneous

w Press the ▼ and ▲ buttons to select

[FORMAT] and then press the ENTER

Select

button.

e Press the shutter release button.

The message “Formatting” will be displayed and the SmartMedia will be formatted. When formatting is completed, the Set-up will return. Rotate the Mode dial and switch to another mode.

Note

• SmartMedia with a write protect pad attached cannot be formatted. Remove the write protect pad and then proceed with the formatting.

MENU[SET UP]

FORMAT

SETTING

DATE

SETTINGS

KEEP

POWER OFF

AUTO

LCD OFF

AUTO LANGUAGE VIDEO

OUT MODE

Select

1/2

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Keep Settings

1/2

Select

FORMAT DATE

SETTING

KEEP

SETTINGS

AUTO

POWER OFF

AUTO

LCD OFF LANGUAGE VIDEO

OUT MODE

MENU[SET

UP]

FLASH

+/– WHITE

BALANCE

RECORDING

MODE LANGUAGE ISO

SENSITIVITY FOCUS AUTO

BRACKET

OFF

OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF

Change

Cancel

[KEEP]

1/2

The keep settings mode is for preserving settings after the power is turned off. Each setting is saved and becomes effective when the camera is powered. The following settings can be saved.

• FLASH (p.51) • +/– (Exposure Compensation) (p.54)

• RECORDING MODE (p.43) • WHITE BALANCE (p.56)

• FOCUS (p.61) • LANGUAGE (p.97)

• ISO SENSITIVITY (p.64) • AUTO BRACKET (p.68)

• EXPOSURE MODE (p.53) • GRID TEMPLATE (p.63)

• REDEYE REDUCTION (p.64)

q Set the mode dial to [SET].

The set-up menu will be displayed.

w Press the ▼ or ▲ button to select [KEEP

SETTINGS] and press the ENTER button.

e Press the ▼ or ▲ button to select a

mode for setting the keep settings.

Select

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r Press the MENU

1/2

FORMAT DATE

SETTING

KEEP

SETTINGS

AUTO

POWER OFF

AUTO

LCD OFF LANGUAGE VIDEO

OUT MODE

1MIN.

Change

MENU[SET UP]

1/2

FORMAT DATE

SETTING KEEP SETTINGS

AUTO

POWER OFF

AUTO

LCD OFF LANGUAGE VIDEO

OUT MODE

3MIN.

Change

MENU[SET UP]

FLASH

+/–

LANGUAGE ISO

SENSITIVITY FOCUS AUTO

BRACKET

OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF

[KEEP]

Change

Cancel

WHITE BALANCE RECORDING

MODE

1/2

GRID TEMPLATE

EXPOSURE

MODE

OFF OFF

[KEEP]

Change

Cancel

REDEYE REDUCATION

2/2

Change

button to change

the setting to [ON].

Keep Setting will be programmed. To program more items, repeat steps e and r as many times as needed.

• The settings of the items for which Keep

Note

Setting is programmed will be retained

even when the camera is turned off.

t After confirming the setting, press the

ENTER

The set-up menu will be displayed. Set the mode dial to another mode.

button.

Auto Power Off Setting

The camera will turn off automatically (auto power-off) in the recording and play modes to conserve the battery if it is idle (no buttons or switches manipulated) for a length of time. The auto power-off mode can be disabled by setting it to off in either the record or play mode.

Miscellaneous

q Set the mode dial to [SET].

The set menu is displayed.

w Press the ▼ or ▲ button to select [AUTO

POWER OFF].

e Press the MENU

the setting time (1 MIN, 3 MIN, 5 MIN, OFF)

Select OFF to disable the auto power off. When the setting is complete, turn the mode dial to switch to another mode.

Change

button and select

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• The initial value is 1 MIN.

1/2

FORMAT DATE

SETTING

KEEP

SETTINGS

AUTO

POWER OFF

AUTO

LCD OFF

LANGUAGE VIDEO

OUT MODE

OFF

Change

MENU[SET UP]

1/2

FORMAT DATE

SETTING KEEP SETTINGS AUTO

POWER OFF

AUTO

LCD OFF

LANGUAGE VIDEO

OUT MODE

1MIN

Change

MENU[SET UP]

Note

• Slide the power switch to reactivate the camera if it shuts off in auto poweroff mode.

• When using an AC adapter, the auto power-off function is disabled even if you have set the auto power-off mode to on.

Changing the LCD Off Setting

When the camera buttons and switches are not operated for the set time during recording or playback, the Auto LCD Off function will activate and turn off the LCD monitor to conserve energy. The Auto LCD Off time can be set to 1 min., 3 min., 5 min. or Off.

q Set the Mode dial to [SET].

w Press the ▼ and ▲ buttons and select

[AUTO LCD OFF].

e Press the MENU

a time setting (1 min., 3 min., 5 min. or Off).

Select OFF to disable the auto LCD off. When the setting is complete, turn the mode dial to switch to another mode.

Change

button and select

• The initial OFF.

Note

• There will be a display on the panel even when Auto LCD is operating and the LCD monitor is turned off.

• Press the DISPLAY button when the LCD monitor is turned off by the Auto LCD Off function.

• The Auto LCD Off function will not operate when the AC adapter is used (except during interval photography), even if a time is set.

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Changing OSD (On-Screen Display) Language

1/2

FORMAT DATE

SETTING

KEEP

SETTINGS

AUTO

POWER OFF

AUTO

LCD OFF

LANGUAGE

VIDEO

OUT MODE

Select

MENU[SET UP]

JAPANESE

ENGLISH

GERMAN FRENCH

Select

LANGUAGE

Cancel

1/2

FORMAT DATE

SETTING KEEP

SETTINGS AUTO

POWER OFF AUTO

LCD OFF LANGUAGE

VIDEO

OUT MODE

NTSC

Change

MENU[SET UP]

The display of data on the LCD monitor can be switched between English, German, French and Japanese.

q Set the mode dial to [SET].

w Press the ▼ or ▲ button to select

[LANGUAGE] and press the ENTER

Select

button.

e Press the ▼ or ▲ button to select a

language, and press the ENTER button.

The display language setting is updated and the set menu is displayed again. When the setting is complete, set the mode dial to select another mode.

• Enable the save mode to save the language setting. See “Keep Settings”

Note

(p.94).

Miscellaneous

Changing Video-Out Signal Method (NTSC/PAL)

Switches the video system for connecting the camera to a TV set to play recorded images on TV.

q Set the mode dial to [SET].

w Press the ▼ or ▲ button to select

[VIDEO OUT MODE].

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e Press the MENU

1/2

FORMAT DATE

SETTING KEEP

SETTINGS AUTO

POWER OFF AUTO

LCD OFF LANGUAGE

VIDEO

OUT MODE

PAL

Change

MENU[SET UP]

2/2

LCD

CONFIRMATION

LCD

SETTING INITIALIZE SETTING SEQUENTIAL

NO.RESET

1SEC.

Change

MENU[SET UP]

2/2

LCD

CONFIRMATION

LCD

SETTING INITIALIZE

SETTING

SEQUENTIAL

NO.RESET

2SEC.

Change

MENU[SET UP]

Change

button and select

between [NTSC] and [PAL].

The video system setting is updated. When the setting is complete, set the mode dial to select another mode.

• The LCD monitor would appear blank when the video cable is inserted.

Note

Changing LCD Confirmation

When you press the shutter release button to take a picture, the shot image appears on the LCD monitor, accompanied by a beep, before it is recorded. You can select the image confirmation time from among 0 second, 1 second, 2 seconds, and 3 seconds.

q Set the mode dial to [SET].

w Press the ▼ or ▲ button to select [LCD

CONFIRMATION].

e Press the MENU

the image confirmation time (1 sec., 2 sec., 3 sec., OFF).

When the setting is complete, set the mode dial to select another mode.

Note

Change

button and select

• The initial value is 1 sec.

• Images are not displayed when the

image confirmation time is set to OFF. The images are recorded immediately after the photograph is taken.