Ricoh RDC-6000 Owner Manual

Operation Manual

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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

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

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.

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)

■ 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

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

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

■ 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

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.

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)

■ 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).

■ 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.

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)

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

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)

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

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

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.

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.

Getting Started

● 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

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.

Getting Started

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.

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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