Ricoh RDC-7 Owner Manual

Image Capturing Device

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.

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CONTENTS

Camera Features .................................................................................. 4

Parts & Names...................................................................................... 5

Explanation of Information Displays ..................................................... 7

LCD Monitor ........................................................................................... 7

LCD Panel ............................................................................................ 10

Basic Operation/Quick Reference ...................................................... 11

Preparations ......................................................................................... 11

Shooting ............................................................................................... 12

Playback ............................................................................................... 13

Erasing ................................................................................................. 14

Safety Precautions.............................................................................. 15

Chapter 1 GETTING STARTED

Before Using the Camera ................................................................... 22

Checking the Package Contents ......................................................... 22

Installing the strap and lens cap .......................................................... 22

Powering the Camera ......................................................................... 23

Charging the Battery ............................................................................ 23

Loading the Battery .............................................................................. 24

Using an AC Adapter ........................................................................... 26

SmartMedia Memory Cards................................................................ 2 7

What is a SmartMedia Memory Card? ................................................ 27

Inserting a SmartMedia Memory Card................................................. 28

How to Use the Mode Dial .................................................................. 30

Menus.................................................................................................. 31

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

How to Hold the Camera .................................................................... 36

Adjusting the Camera ......................................................................... 38

Diopter Adjustment............................................................................... 38

Adjusting the Brightness of the LCD Monitor ...................................... 38

Chapter 2 SHOOTING

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

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

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

Selecting a Shooting Mode .................................................................. 41

Selecting a Recording Destination ...................................................... 42

Selecting an Image Quality Mode........................................................ 43

Setting the Size of the Subject (Zoom)................................................ 44

Checking the Position of the Subject................................................... 45

Shooting (Still Picture Mode) ............................................................... 46

Special Shooting Functions ................................................................ 49

Text Shooting (Text Mode) .................................................................. 49

Sound Recording (Sound Mode) ......................................................... 50

Continuous Shooting (Continuous Shooting Mode) ............................ 50

Motion Picture Shooting (Motion Picture Mode).................................. 51

Still Picture/Text Shooting with Sound ................................................ 52

Changing Flash Modes ........................................................................ 53

Setting the Exposure Compensation ................................................... 56

Changing the White Balance ............................................................... 57

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

Close-up Shooting (Macro Mode)........................................................ 60

Focus Lock Shooting............................................................................ 61

Manual Focus Shooting ....................................................................... 62

Red-Eye Reduction Mode .................................................................... 63

Changing the ISO Setting .................................................................... 64

Date Imprinting ..................................................................................... 64

Soft Mode ............................................................................................. 65

Monochrome Mode .............................................................................. 66

Interval Shooting .................................................................................. 67

Auto Bracket Shooting ......................................................................... 68

Switching to Non-Compressed Mode .................................................. 69

Switching to PRO Mode ....................................................................... 70

Setting the Time Exposure Mode ........................................................ 72

Chapter 3 PLAYBACK

Before Starting to Playback Recorded Images .................................. 74

Files That Can Be Played on the Camera ........................................... 74

Connecting to a TV .............................................................................. 74

Playing Back a File ............................................................................. 76

Playing Back a Still Picture/Text/Continuous File ............................... 76

Playing a Sound File ............................................................................ 77

Playing a Motion Picture File ............................................................... 78

Special Playback Functions................................................................ 80

Multi Image Playback ........................................................................... 80

Zoom Playback..................................................................................... 81

Auto Playback ...................................................................................... 82

Rotating a Displayed File ..................................................................... 82

Copying Image Files ............................................................................ 83

Playing a File Shot with a Non-Ricoh Camera .................................... 84

Protecting a File ................................................................................... 85

Setting DPOF (Digital Print Order Format).......................................... 86

Setting Printing Services...................................................................... 86

Chapter 4 ERASING

Erasing Files ....................................................................................... 9 2

Erase Single Image.............................................................................. 92

Erase All Images .................................................................................. 93

Erase Selected Images ........................................................................ 94

Chapter 5 SETTINGS/MISCELLANEOUS

Transferring Images to a PC .............................................................. 96

Changing Camera Settings................................................................. 98

Formatting a Card/Internal Memory..................................................... 98

Keep Settings ....................................................................................... 99

Changing LCD Confirmation Time..................................................... 100

Auto Power Off Setting ...................................................................... 100

Beep Sound Setting ........................................................................... 101

Power Save Mode Setting ................................................................. 101

File Numbering System...................................................................... 102

Changing Video-Out Signal Method (NTSC/PAL)............................. 103

Changing Display Language.............................................................. 103

Initializing Settings ............................................................................. 104

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

Shooting ............................................................................................. 105

Playing................................................................................................ 106

Erasing ............................................................................................... 107

APPENDIX

Accessories....................................................................................... 110

Handling Precautions........................................................................ 111

Care and Storage.............................................................................. 112

Troubleshooting ................................................................................ 113

Using Your Digital Camera in Other Countries ................................ 117

About the Warranty and Servicing.................................................... 118

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

Recording Capacities........................................................................ 122

Camera Features

●3,340,000-pixel resolution compact camera

With a 3,340,000-pixel resolution CCD, the compact camera produces high quality, high-resolution images (2048 × 1536).

●Compact camera

The camera is so light you can carry it with you anywhere.

●Immediate recording

Using the camera is as simple as pressing the shutter button. Images thus shot are recorded in the internal memory (8 MB) or on a SmartMedia memory card (2/4/8/16/32/64 MB).

* The internal memory allows you to take pictures without the need for a SmartMedia

memory card.

●Instant playback

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

●High image quality and multiple image recording modes

The RDC-7 offers multiple image recording modes to suit your specific photographic needs, including F (Fine) mode which puts the emphasis on image quality, and E (Economy) mode which allows you to capture more images than any other mode.

●Wide shooting range

The 3.0X 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 1cm (with the lens set on Wide) is ideal for shooting flowers, small objects, etc.

●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 personal computer 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

LCD Panel ...P.10

Shutter Release Button

Button ...P.43

Button ...P.53

Button ...P.42

Button ...P.59

LCD Monitor ...P.9

Self timer lamp

Lens

AF viewfinder window

Microphone

Flash

Back

Tripod Screw Hole

Speaker

Wrist Strap Eyelet ...P.22

Video Output Terminal ...P.74

Sub Shutter button

Reset Button ...P.9

Power Supply Terminal (DC Input) ...P.25

Terminal cover

RS-232C/AUX Terminal (USB cable can be connected)

Operation

Operation Panel

Remote Control Reception ...P.106

LCD Monitor ...P.7

Zoom Lever ...P.44 Mode Dial ...P.30

Viewfinder

• Flash LED

• AF LED Battery Cover ...P.24

Dioptor Knob ...P.38

Card Door ...P.28

POWER Switch`...P.41

■ Battery ■ AC Adapter (optional)

• AC-3 (120V – 240V)

Battery Charger (BJ-1)

Power Cord

Connection

Battery (DB-20)

Cable

■ SmartMedia Memory ■ Remote Control Unit

Card (optional) (optional)

• DR-3

RELEASE

Contact Surface

Write Protect Area

Label Position

ERASE

MULTI

MADE IN JAPAN

FWD

PROGRAM

ENTER

REV

REMOTE CONTROLLER

DR-3

Explanation of Information Displays

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

LCD Monitor

■ Information Displays

12 3 4 5

0028

6 7

SEPIA

TELE

1.6

WIDE

EV+0.5

H J

Recording Mode Displays Play Mode Displays

q Recording Destination/Playback Source: • → (p.42, 76) w Flash Mode: • • (blinking) • → (p.53) e Red-Eye Reduction Mode: → (p.63) r White Balance Indicator: AUTO • • • → (p.57) t Recording Data Indicator (for recording): Displays the remaining number of pictures

or remaining recording time

y File Type: Still picture (No Display) • • • → (p.41, 49–53) u Monochrome Indicator: B&W/SEPIA → (p.66) i PRO Mode: PRO, PRO-L, PRO-H → (p.70) o Soft Mode: SOFT → (p.65) !0 Zoom Indication Bar → (p.44) !1 Size (No. of pixels): 2048 × 1536 • 1024 × 768 • 640 × 480 → (p.43) !2 Image Quality (Compression Rate): F • N • E → (p.43) !3 ISO Sensitivity: ISO200 • ISO400 → (p.64) !4 Auto Bracket: Manual Focus Mode: MF → (p.60)/

Time exposures (L1, L2, L4, L8) → (p.72)

!5 Macro Mode: → (p.60) !6 Self-Timer: → (p.59) !7 Battery Symbol: → (p.8) !8 Exposure Compensation Level → (p.56) !9 Digital Zoom → (p.44) @0 Date & Time Display → (p.34) @1 Message Display @2 Sound Recording Time/Motion Picture Recording Time @3 Recording Data (for playback): Displays the number of the image file being played

and total number of files recorded

@4 File Name @5 Image Protect Mark: → (p.85) @6 Indicator Display

2048 1536 N

SLOW SHUTTER

SOFTPRO–H

2000/ 6/15 10:15

ISO200

L2MF

C D

E F

12:32

1024 768 N

2000/ 6/15 10:15

18/28

100–0012

Note

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

• File names are used when submitting to digital printing services, etc. If a file that does not conform to the DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) is encountered, [*왏왏왏왏왏왏왏왏] is displayed. Changing the file name of an image on a personal computer may result in incorrect display on the camera.

■ Warning Messages

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

Warning Message

NO CARD

WRITE

PROTECTED

FILE

PROTECTED

NO FILE

UNMATCHED

FILE

NUMBER

OVER

Status

Lit

Flashing

Lit

Flashing

Explanation and Remedy

Indicates low battery. Recharge battery.

A SmartMedia memory card has not been inserted. Mount a SmartMedia memory card.

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

You attempted to erase a protected file. Unprotect the file before erasing it.

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

You attempted to play an unplayable file.

No more files can be recorded. Format the internal memory or insert a new SmartMedia memory card to continue recording.

Reference

Page

P. 23

P. 28

P. 27

P. 85

P. 28

P. 74

P. 98

SET

DATE/TIME

Flashing

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

P. 34

■ 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

FORMAT CARD

FORMAT

INTERNAL

MEMORY

CARD ERROR

• If the error display does not clear, reset the LCD monitor to its factory

Note

default settings. How to reset: With the terminal cover open, press the reset button (p.5). If the error display still won’t clear, call your dealer or a Ricoh service center.

Explanation and Remedy

The SmartMedia memory card is unformatted. Format the card with the camera before using it.

Format the internal memory before using it.

A SmartMedia memory card of this type is not supported by this camera. Use a different type of SmartMedia memory card.

Reference

Page

P. 98

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LCD Panel

■ Information Displays

e r

i o

Recording Mode Displays Play/Erase Mode Displays

q Recording Destination/Playback Source: • → (p.42, 76) w Recording Data Indicator (for recording): Displays the remaining number of pictures

and remaining recording time

e Self-Timer: → (p.59) r Flash Mode: AUTO: No display • • • (blinking) → (p.53) t Red-eye Reduction Mode: → (p.63) y Sound Recording Indicator: → (p.50, 52, 77) u Battery Symbol: → (p.8) i Image Quality (Compression Rate): • • • • → (p.43) o Size (No. of Pixels): • • → (p.43) !0 Recording Data Indicator (for playback): Displays the number of the image file being

played and playback time

• Recording Destination/Playback Source • is displayed for files

Note

y u

recorded with another digital camera from the Ricoh DC-3Z/DC-4 or RDC-5000 series or a non-Ricoh camera.

■ 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

The SmartMedia memory card is unformatted. Format the card with the camera before using it.

Explanation and Remedy

Reference

Page

P. 98

Format the internal memory before using it. A SmartMedia memory card of this type is

not supported by this camera. Use a different type of SmartMedia memory card.

• If the error display does not clear, reset the LCD monitor to its factory

Note

default settings. How to reset: With the terminal cover open, press the reset button (p.5). If the error display still does not clear, call your dealer or a Ricoh service center.

P.98

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Basic Operation/Quick Reference

This section provides introductory information for operating the RDC-7 digital camera. Further details can be found in the reference pages mentioned below.

Preparations

Powering the Camera → (p.22-26)

q Load the battery into the camera.

* When using an AC adapter, connect it to

the camera and then to the AC outlet. → (p.26)



Inserting a SmartMedia Memory Card → (p.27-29)

q Make sure that the camera is turned off. w Open the card door and insert a

SmartMedia memory card.

* Before using a new SmartMedia memory

card, you must first format (initialize) it with the camera. → (p.98)

Setting the Date and Time → (p.34-35)

q Turn the power switch on and set the

mode dial to [SET].

w Press the

SETTING].

e Press the DISPLAY button to select the

display method.

r Press the ENTER button. t Press the

flashing digit.

y Press the or button to select the

digit you wish to change.

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

the flashing digit changes, from year to month, day, hour and minute.

u After you have set the date and time,

press the ENTER button.

or button to select [DATE

or button to change the

or button,

SET 2/3

BEEP SOUND ON POWER SAVE MODE OFF SEQUENTIAL NO. OFF DATE SETTING 2000/ 6/15 VIDEO OUT MODE NTSC SELECT: CHANGE:

SEL.:ENTER

DATE SETTING

2000/ 6/ 1

SELECT:

BACK:CANCEL SEL.:ENTER

Shooting

Basic Shooting Procedure (Still Picture Mode) → (p.41-48)

q Turn the power switch on and set the

mode dial to [

w Press the

recording destination.

e Press the button to select an image

quality mode.

r Move the zoom lever to select the

desired size of the subject.

Move to subject and move to size of the subject. * Check the position of the subject by

looking through the viewfinder or at the LCD monitor.

t Press the shutter release button to

record the image.

button to select the

to increase the size of the

to decrease the

Changing the Flash Mode → (p.53-55)

q Set the mode dial to [ ] or [ ]. w Press the

mode.

You can choose Flash Off ( ), Auto

), Forced Flash ( ), or Slow Synchro

( mode ( The mark for the selected mode will be displayed on the LCD monitor or on the

LCD panel.

button to select a flash

blinks).

Using the Self-Timer → (p.59)

q Set the mode dial to [ ] or [ ]. w Press the

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.

button.

mark will be displayed on the LCD

Playback

Playing Back Files (Still Image Files) → (p.76-78)

q Turn the power switch on and set the

mode dial to [

w Press the

playback source.

e Press the

* The zoom playback and multi-image

features allow you to magnify an image or view several image files at once. → (p.80, p.82)

button to select the

or button to select a file.

Erasing

Erasing Files → (p.92-94)

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

erase source.

e Press the [

r Press the

erase mode and press the ENTER 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.

] button.

or button to select the

If you selected [ERASE SINGLE IMAGE]

t Press the or button to select a file

you want to erase and press the shutter release button.

Repeat step t to erase additional images one at a time.

If you selected [ERASE ALL IMAGES]

t Press the shutter release button.

ERASE

ERASE SINGLE IMAGE ERASE ALL IMAGES ERASE SELECTED IMAGES SELECT:

BACK:CANCEL SEL.:ENTER

ERASE

BACK:CANCEL START:RELEASEBACK:CANCEL START:RELEASE

18/28

ERASE

ERASE ALL?

START:RELEASE CANCEL:CANCEL

If you selected [ERASE SELECTED IMAGES]

t Press the or button and the or

button to select a file you want to erase and press the ENTER button.

Repeat step t to select additional files. To cancel the erase setting, press the ENTER button again.

y Press the shutter release button.

ERASE

SELECT:

BACK:CANCEL START:RELEASE

1/3

231

564

SEL.:ENTER

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.

RWarning

● Keep the battery used in this equipment out of the reach of children to prevent accidental ingestion of harmful substances. Consumption of battery fluid is extremely harmful to human beings. If swallowed, seek immediate medical assistance.

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

● 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 for this equipment (optional AC-3) 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.

Safety Warnings for Accessories

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

GETTING STARTED

Before Using the Camera ........................ 22

Checking the Package Contents .................. 22

Installing the strap and lens cap ................... 22

Powering the Camera .............................. 23

Charging the Battery ..................................... 23

Loading the Battery ....................................... 24

Using an AC Adapter .................................... 26

SmartMedia Memory Cards ..................... 2 7

What is a SmartMedia Memory Card? ......... 27

Inserting a SmartMedia Memory Card.......... 28

How to Use the Mode Dial ....................... 30

Menus....................................................... 31

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

How to Hold the Camera.......................... 36

Adjusting the Camera............................... 38

Diopter Adjustment........................................ 38

Adjusting the Brightness of the

LCD Monitor .................................................. 38

Chapter

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.

• Digital camera ...................................... 1

• Lens cap .............................................. 1

• AV interface cable................................ 1

• Soft case .............................................. 1

• Battery (Lithium ion battery)................. 1

• Battery charger .................................... 1

• Wrist strap............................................ 1

• Operation manual (this manual)........... 1

• Warranty card/Registration card .......... 1

• PC Connection cable (RS-232C) ......... 1

• Macintosh Cable (AUX) ....................... 1

• USB Cable ........................................... 1

• Software CD-ROM ............................... 1

Installing the strap and lens cap

Attach the wrist strap and the lens cap.

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.

Attach the lens cap by pressing the buttons in the direction of the arrow.

Remove the lens cap by gripping and pressing.

Powering the Camera

This section explains how to load and charge the battery, and how to connect the AC adapter to power the camera from a household electrical outlet.

Charging the Battery

When using the camera for the first time or when the battery symbol ( ) lights, charge the battery to its full capacity following the procedure described below.

q Set the battery on the battery charger.

w Insert the plug into an electrical outlet.

Charging will start and continue as shown below. When charging is completed, disconnect the power plug from the power outlet.

Charge lamp Contents

Lights red Charging has started. Lights green The completion of charging (90% of full charge), after

approximately 60 min.

Lamp off Full charge has been reached, approximately 40 min. after

the lamp lights green.

■ Precautions

• Do not use the batteries other than the Ricoh DB-20.

• Use only a Ricoh BJ-1 battery charger to charge the battery.

• Do not use the BJ-1 battery charger to charge batteries other than the DB-20

battery.

• Charge the battery in a well ventilated area with an ambient temperature of 10°C – 40°C (50°F – 104°F).

• When the battery reaches the end of its service life, even if charged correctly, it will be effective for shorter and shorter periods. Replace with a new battery.

• After charging, the battery will feel hot, but this is normal.

• After charging, remove the power plug from the electrical outlet. Failure to do

so may result in fire.

Getting Started

Loading the Battery

Load the battery (rechargeable lithium ion battery) before operating the camera.

Important

Note

• Before using the camera for the first time, be sure to charge the battery. (The battery leaves the factory in an uncharged state.) See [Charging the Battery] → p.23.

q Check that the camera is turned off,

and then open the battery cover by pressing and sliding it in the direction shown.

•“Turning on the Camera” (p.41).

See

w Load the battery.

Important

Note

• Do not bring metallic objects, such as a needle, into contact with the battery contact surface or electrical connections. Electrostatic damage could result.

e Close the battery cover.

Close the battery cover until it clicks into position.

● Shooting and Playback Guidelines

The table below shows the approximate recording and playback times, as measured under the following test conditions: [Test conditions] During shooting: Shoot continuously in recording mode with the power turned

During playback:Leave the camera continuously turned on in playback mode at

Battery Type

Lithium ion battery

(fully charged)

on (shoot at intervals of 30 seconds, without turning the camera off in the middle, with the flash fired 50%, at a temperature of 20°C)

a temperature of 20°C

Approximate Recording Time Approximate Playback Time

50 minutes 50 minutes

Tips to Extend Recording and Playback Times

* The battery life indicated on the previous page tends to decrease depending on the

ambient temperature. In a cold environment, warming the battery by hand, for example, may allow you to take more pictures.

* Increased use of the flash or zoom feature or the LCD monitor will accelerate

expiration of the battery. Keep their usage to a minimum. * Copying or erasing images repeatedly will also accelerate expiration of the battery. * The battery life may be extended by shooting images without using the LCD monitor.

■ Handling Precautions

• Read the instruction manual supplied with the battery before using it.

• Use only the specified lithium ion battery. Check the type of battery in

“Accessories” (p.110).

• Cleaning the contact area of the battery terminal and the battery with a dry

cloth may extend the life of the battery.

• Do not use a battery with a low voltage (such as one which has already

caused the battery symbol (

camera (malfunction of the LCD monitor or flashing or lighting of the AF LED,

flash LED or self-timer LED).

• If the camera is used continuously for a long period, the battery may become

hot. Allow to cool before unloading it.

• Except when charging the battery, store the charger and the battery

separately.

• Store the battery in the case provided.

• If the camera is not to be used for a long period, discharge the battery

completely before removing it from the camera and store in a cool place.

Recharge the battery fully before reusing the camera.

• When using the camera for an extended period near an electrical

Note

source, it is recommended to use an AC adapter (optional). See

“Using an AC Adapter” (p.26).

• It is advisable to have a spare battery handy when powering the

camera by the battery alone.

• The battery symbol ( Recharge the battery. See “Charging the Battery” (p.23).

) to flash) as this may cause malfunction of the

) lights to show that the battery voltage is low.

Getting Started

Using an AC Adapter

When using the camera for long periods of time to record or playback images, connect an AC adapter (optional) to the camera and power the camera from a household electrical source.

Using the AD Adapter

Before using the AC adapter, be sure to read the safety precautions in the accompanying manual.

q Check that the camera is turned off. Connect the AC adapter cable

to the power supply terminal (DC input) on the camera.

See

•“Turning on the Camera” (p.41).

w Insert the power plug into the electrical outlet.

Note

• If the battery is loaded in the camera while it is connected to the household power source, the camera is powered from the AC source and not by the battery.

• Unload the battery when using the camera for long periods of time.

Important

Note

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

• If you connect or disconnect the AC adapter while operating the camera (recording, playback, or erasing), the camera will switch off to determine the power source. This may cause the data to be lost or damaged. To avoid this, connect or disconnect the AC adapter while the camera is turned off.

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, 64 MB

• Operating voltage: 3.3 V

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

Note

a commercially available SmartMedia memory card, check with the manufacturer that 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.

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Attach a write

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protect pad.

Getting Started

• If the write protect pad gets dirty, wipe it clean with a soft, dry cloth.

Note

■ 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.

• 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 static 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 battery 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 may be lost or damaged.

• You are advised to copy important 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

• Never insert or remove a SmartMedia memory card while the camera is turned on. The data stored on the SmartMedia memory card may be lost or damaged, or the camera may malfunction.

• When using a new SmartMedia memory card, or when using a SmartMedia memory card that has been used on other equipment, such as a personal computer, the SmartMedia memory card must first be formatted (initialized) with the camera. See “Formatting a Card/ Internal Memory” → (p.98).

■ Inserting Card

q Check that the camera is turned off,

and then open the card door.

•“Turning on the Camera” (p.41).

See

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 down.

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

Note

insert it at an angle.

• The camera will not turn on when the card door is open.

Set with the contact surface facing down

■ Removing Card

q Check that the camera is turned off,

and then open the card door.

•“Turning on the Camera” (p.41).

See

w Pull the SmartMedia memory card

straight out of the slot.

Getting Started

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 may be lost or damaged.

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

How to Use the Mode Dial

The camera offers a number of recording and playback modes. Select the desired mode with the mode dial.

Still picture mode : This mode is used for normal shooting.

• Sound mode : This mode is used for recording sound.

• Text mode : This mode is used for recording text.

•

Recording is in two colors, black and white, without any gradations.

Continuous shooting mode : In this mode, the subject is shot

•

continuously while the shutter button is depressed.

Motion picture mode : This mode is used for recording motion

•

pictures with sound.

Play mode : This mode is used for playing recorded

•

image files.

Settings mode : This mode is used for entering or changing

•

the camera settings.

q Turn the mode dial to select the

desired mode.

The information displayed on the LCD monitor varies depending on the mode. For details, see the reference pages listed below.

(still picture) → p.41

•

(sound) → p.50

•

• (text) → p.49

(continuous shooting) → p.50

•

(motion picture) → p.51

•

(play) → p.76

•

(settings) → p.98

•

Menus

This camera features various menus which can be used to enter or change the settings. Select and set the items using the buttons on the operation panel as shown below.

■ Menu Displays

●SET Menu

Set the mode dial to setting mode ( To exit the set menu, turn the mode dial to select another mode.

●SHOTTING Menu

Set the mode dial to shooting mode

• • • • ) and press the MENU

( button. To exit the record menu, press the MENU button again.

●PLAYBACK Menu

Set the mode dial to play mode ( press the MENU button. To exit the playback MENU, press the MENU button again.

) and

SET 1/3

FORMAT SERIAL TRANSFER KEEP SETTINGS LCD CONFIRMATION 1SEC. AUTO POWER OFF 1MIN SELECT: CHANGE:

SHOOTING MODE

IMAGE WITH SOUND OFF FOCUS AF FLASH STRENGTH NORMAL REDEYE REDUCTION OFF ISO SENSITIVITY AUTO SELECT: CHANGE:

BACK:MENU

PLAYBACK MODE

MULTI IMAGE ZOOM PLAYBACK AUTO PLAYBACK 1SEC. COPY SELECT FOLDER SELECT: CHANGE:

BACK:MENU SEL.:ENTER

SEL.:ENTER

1/3

SEL.:ENTER

1/2

Getting Started

●ERASE Menu

Set the mode dial to play mode ( press the To exit the erase menu and return to play mode, press the

Note

button.

button again.

• For details of the settings that can be made on each menu, see “Menu Settings” (p.32).

) and

ERASE

ERASE SINGLE IMAGE ERASE ALL IMAGES ERASE SELECTED IMAGES SELECT:

BACK:CANCEL SEL.:ENTER

■ Selecting, Setting and Cancelling Items

• ENTER button : Enters the setting. Enters the selected setting at the position indicated by the arrow (

) and proceeds to

the next display.

• CANCEL button : Cancels the setting and returns to the previous display.

or button : Changes the setting.

•

or button : Selects the setting you want to change.

•

■ Menu Settings

●SET Menu

SET 1/3

FORMAT SERIAL TRANSFER KEEP SETTINGS LCD CONFIRMATION 1SEC. AUTO POWER OFF 1MIN SELECT: CHANGE:

SEL.:ENTER

FORMAT : Formats the internal memory or

SmartMedia memory card.→ (p.98)

SERIAL TRANSFER : Used to transfer recorded files to a

personal computer. KEEP SETTINGS : Saves the camera settings.→ (p.99) LCD CONFIRMATION : Sets the confirmation time for images

after shooting. → (p.100) AUTO POWER OFF : Enables or disables the automatic

power off feature. → (p.100)

SET 2/3

BEEP SOUND ON POWER SAVE MODE OFF SEQUENTIAL NO. OFF DATE SETTING 2000/ 6/15 VIDEO OUT MODE NTSC SELECT: CHANGE:

SET 3/3

LANGUAGE ENGLISH INITIALIZE SETTING

SELECT: CHANGE:

Note

SEL.:ENTER

• [SERIAL TRANSFER] is used to transfer recorded files to a personal computer by serial connection.

BEEP SOUND : Switches the beep sound on and off.

→ (p.101)

POWER SAVE MODE : Decreases the brightness of the LCD

monitor to conserve battery power. → (p.101)

SEQUENTIAL NO. : Switches consecutive numbering of

files on and off. → (p.102) DATE SETTING : Sets the date and time. → (p.34) VIDEO OUT MODE : Switches between NTSC and PAL

when the camera is connected to a TV

set. → (p.103)

LANGUAGE : Selects the language of the LCD

monitor display. → (p.103) INITIALIZE SETTING : Returns all the settings to their initial

status. → (p.104)

●Record Menu

SHOOTING MODE

IMAGE WITH SOUND OFF FOCUS AF FLASH STRENGTH NORMAL REDEYE REDUCTION OFF ISO SENSITIVITY AUTO SELECT: CHANGE:

BACK:MENU

1/3

SEL.:ENTER

IMAGE WITH SOUND : Records with sound in (still

picture) and (text) modes.→ (p.52) FOCUS : Switches between auto focus and

manual focus. → (p.62) FLASH STRENGTH : Selects the level of strength of the

flash. → (p.55) REDEYE REDUCTION : Lessens the red-eye phenomenon

when using the flash. → (p.63) ISO SENSITIVITY : Selects the ISO setting. → (p.64)

SHOOTING MODE

DATE IMPRINT OFF SOFT MODE OFF MONOCHROME MODE OFF INTERVAL MODE AUTO BRACKET OFF SELECT: CHANGE:

BACK:MENU

SHOOTING MODE

NO COMPRESSION OFF PRO OFF TIME EXPOSURE OFF

SELECT: CHANGE:

BACK:MENU

2/3

SEL.:ENTER

3/3

SEL.:ENTER

●Play Menu

PLAYBACK MODE

MULTI IMAGE ZOOM PLAYBACK AUTO PLAYBACK 1SEC. COPY SELECT FOLDER SELECT: CHANGE:

BACK:MENU SEL.:ENTER

PLAYBACK MODE

ROTATION OFF PROTECT DPOF

SELECT: CHANGE:

BACK:MENU SEL.:ENTER

1/2

2/2

●Erase Menu

ERASE

ERASE SINGLE IMAGE ERASE ALL IMAGES ERASE SELECTED IMAGES SELECT:

BACK:CANCEL SEL.:ENTER

DATE IMPRINT : Records images with the date

imprinted. → (p.64) SOFT MODE : Records images with a soft outline. →

(p.65) MONOCHROME MODE : Records images in monochrome or

sepia. → (p.66) INTERVAL MODE : Selects interval shooting. → (p.67) AUTO BRACKET :

Records three images at –0.5 EV, 0

and +0.5 EV based on the current

exposure compensation level.

→ (p.68)

NO COMPRESSION : Records in non-compressed mode. →

(p.69) PRO : Records in PRO mode. → (p.70) TIME EXPOSURE : Set when photographing a bright

subject in a dark place with (still

image) set. → (p.72)

MULTI IMAGE : Displays 6 files at once. → (p.77) ZOOM PLAYBACK : Displays an enlarged file. → (p.81) AUTO PLAYBACK :

Automatically plays all files

. → (p.82)

COPY : Copies recorded files from the internal

memory onto a SmartMedia memory

card, and vice versa. → (p.83) SELECT FOLDER : Plays files shot with another (Ricoh or

non-Ricoh) digital camera. → (p.84) ROTATION : PROTECT :

Turns a file 90 degrees right, 90 degrees

left, or 180 degrees.

Protects files from erasure.

→ (p.82)

→ (p.85)

DPOF : Sets the number of copies, etc. when

submitting recorded files to digital

printing services. → (p.86)

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

→ (p.92) ERASE ALL IMAGES : ERASE SELECTED IMAGES:Erases multiple selected images.

Erases all the recorded files.

→ (p.93)

→

(p.94)

* Protected files cannot be erased.

Getting Started

Setting the Date and Time

The set 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.

q Press the power switch to turn the

camera on and set the mode dial to [ ].

“Turning on the Camera” (p.41).

See

w Press the or button to select

[DATE SETTING].

e Press the DISPLAY button to select

the date display method.

There are three ways of displaying the date:

2000/5/15 ➞ May 15 2000 ➞ 15 May 2000 Each time you press the DISPLAY button, the display method is switched in the sequence shown above. Press the DISPLAY button to select the desired date display method.

r Press the ENTER button.

The date setting menu is displayed.

t Press the or button to change

the flashing digit.

Press the button to increase the digit and

button to decrease the digit. Pressing

the the button continuously increases the speed.

SET 2/3

BEEP SOUND ON POWER SAVE MODE OFF SEQUENTIAL NO. OFF DATE SETTING 2000/ 6/15 VIDEO OUT MODE NTSC SELECT: CHANGE:

SEL.:ENTER

DATE SETTING

2000/ 1/ 1

SELECT:

BACK:CANCEL SEL.:ENTER

y Press the or button to highlight

the digit you wish to change.

Make the required changes by repeating steps t and y.

DATE SETTING

2000/ 6/ 1

Note

Each time the button is pressed, the highlighted digit changes in the sequence: year → month → day → hour → minute.

u After setting the minutes, press the

ENTER button.

The clock will start and the display will return to the SET menu.

• The accurate time can be set by pressing the ENTER button at the

Note

Tips

same time as a time broadcasting signal.

• The set date and time will be reset about 1 month after the battery has been removed, for example when changing the battery. In this case, reset the date and time.

How to check the date and time Press the DISPLAY button to display the set date and time on the LCD monitor. See "LCD Monitor Display Function" → (p.48).

SELECT:

BACK:CANCEL SEL.:ENTER

DATE SETTING

10 : 15

SELECT:

BACK:CANCEL SEL.:ENTER

Getting Started

How to Hold the Camera

Unintentional movement of the camera during shooting will result in blurred images. To avoid such so-called “camera shake”, hold the camera as described below. Be particularly careful to avoid camera shake with telephoto zoom shots.

q Hold the camera steady with both hands with your elbows close to

your body.

●When viewing through the viewfinder

With the camera pressed lightly to your face, aim it at your subject while looking through the viewfinder.

Horizontal Vertical

●When viewing on the LCD monitor

Hold the camera firmly in both hands, and aim it at your subject while looking at the LCD monitor.

Horizontal Vertical

w Press the shutter release button lightly with your fingertip.

Main shutter button

Sub shutter button

Important

Note

• Keeping your finger away from the shutter button and then pressing the shutter button in one go may result in a blurred image.

• Do not move the camera until the beep sound is heard.

You can turn the LCD monitor as shown in the diagram, allowing you to shoot at any angle you wish.

Important

Note

• The LCD monitor can only be turned when it is open at an angle of 90.

■ Usage Precautions

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

90°90°

180°180°

140°140°

Getting Started

Adjusting the Camera

Adjust the brightness of the LCD monitor and the dioptor.

Diopter Adjustment

Adjust the diopter so that the subject is clearly visible through the viewfinder.

Adjust by rotating the diopter knob left or right until the subject appears clearly.

Adjusting the Brightness of the LCD Monitor

You can adjust the brightness of the LCD monitor when it is hard to see.

q Press the LCD LIGHT button on the

operation panel.

Each time you press the button, the brightness changes. The brightness can be adjusted in five stages.

SHOOTING

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

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

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

Selecting a Shooting Mode ..................................... 41

Selecting the Recording Destination....................... 42

Selecting an Image Quality Mode ........................... 43

Setting the Size of the Subject (Zoom) ................... 44

Checking the Position of the Subject ...................... 45

Shooting (Still Picture Mode)................................... 46

Special Shooting Functions .............................. 49

Text Shooting (Text Mode)...................................... 49

Sound Recording (Sound Mode)............................. 50

Continuous Shooting (Continuous Shooting Mode) 50

Motion Picture Shooting (Motion Picture Mode) ..... 51

Still Picture/Text Shooting with Sound .................... 52

Changing Flash Modes............................................ 53

Setting the Exposure Compensation ...................... 56

Changing the White Balance................................... 57

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

Close-up Shooting (Macro Mode) ........................... 60

Focus Lock Shooting ............................................... 61

Manual Focus Shooting........................................... 62

Red-Eye Reduction Mode ....................................... 63

Changing the ISO Setting........................................ 64

Date Imprinting Mode .............................................. 64

Soft Mode................................................................. 65

Monochrome Mode.................................................. 66

Interval Shooting Mode ........................................... 67

Auto Bracket Shooting............................................. 68

Switching to Non-Compressed Mode...................... 69

Switching to PRO Mode .......................................... 70

Setting the Time Exposure Mode............................ 72

Chapter

Basic Shooting

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

Operation Flow

To record an image, follow the steps below.

Turn on the Camera

Press the power switch to turn the camera on. → (p.41)

Select a Shooting Mode

Select a shooting mode ( shooting, set the mode dial to

Select the Recording Destination

Select internal memory ( → (p.42)

Select an Image Quality Mode

Choose from nine image quality modes (

• / ). → (p.43)

• • • • ). For basic (still picture mode). → (p.41)

) or SmartMedia memory card ( ).

/ • /

Set the Size of the Subject

Use the zoom lever to select the size of the subject. → (p.44)

Check the Position of the Subject

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

Shoot

Press the shutter button to record the image. (p.46)

Turning on the Camera

The camera is turned on and off by means of the power switch.

q Open the LCD monitor and press the

power switch.

The camera will turn on. To turn the camera off, press the power switch again.

Tips

Auto Power Off

The camera will turn off automatically (auto power off) to conserve the battery if it is left idle (no buttons or switches operated) for a preset time. To resume use, turn the power on again. The auto power off feature does not function when the camera is powered by an AC adapter.

See “Auto Power Off Setting” → (p.100).

Selecting a Shooting Mode

The camera offers five shooting modes ( • • • • ). Select the mode best suited to your photographic needs. The explanation below is based on

q Set the mode dial to [ ].

•“How to Use the Mode Dial” (p.30).

See

(still picture mode).

Shooting

The recording data will be displayed on the LCD panel or on the LCD monitor.

● LCD Monitor Display

When the LCD monitor is open, the display appears, and when the LCD monitor is closed, the display is cleared.

• If the LCD monitor is difficult to see, for example in bright sunlight,

Note

press the LCD LIGHT button to adjust the brightness. See “Adjusting the Brightness of the LCD Monitor” → (p.38).

Selecting a Recording Destination

Select whether to record shot files in the internal memory or on the SmartMedia memory card mounted in the camera.

: Records in the internal memory

•

: Records on the SmartMedia memory card

•

q Press the button and select the

recording destination ( • ).

The recording destination changes each time the

button is pressed.

The selected recording destination will be displayed.

Note

• If a SmartMedia memory card is mounted in the camera when it is turned on, the displayed. To set the internal memory as the recording destination, enable the keep settings mode. See “Keep Settings” → (p.99).

mark will be

Selecting an Image Quality Mode

The camera offers nine image quality modes. Select the mode best suited to your photographic needs.

/ : 2048 × 1536 (F), 2048 × 1536 (N), 2048 × 1536 (E)

•

/ : 1024 × 768 (F), 1024 × 768 (N), 1024 × 768 (E)

•

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

•

• The recordable picture count varies as you switch the image quality mode.

• The factory default setting is .

q Press the button and select an

image quality mode.

The image quality mode changes each time you press the button.

The selected image quality mode will be displayed. If the keep settings function is enabled, the mode in effect when the camera is turned off will be saved.

Shooting

2048 1536 E

● Data Guide

Image Quality

(Compression

Size (No. of Pixels)

2048 × 1536 1024 × 768 640 × 480

• Image sizes are 2048 × 1536 pixels, 1024 × 768 pixels and 640 × 480

Note

• For the number of recordable images by image quality mode, see

• Higher image quality can be obtained at 3072 × 2304, etc.

Rate)

Approx. 1.12 MB/image Approx. 568 KB/image Approx. 280 KB/image Approx. 376 KB/image Approx. 184 KB/image Approx. 88 KB/image Approx. 152 KB/image Approx. 72 KB/image Approx. 40 KB/image

pixels. With this product and in this manual, the number of pixels is shown as

“Recording Capabilities” →(p.122).

“Switching to PRO Mode” → (p.70).

Fine Normal Economy

, and .

Setting the Size of the Subject (Zoom)

By moving the zoom lever, you can vary the size of the subject without changing the distance between yourself and the subject (zoom range is equivalent to 35 - 105mm in 35mm camera format).

q Move the zoom lever to or .

Move to to increase the size of the subject (TELE), and move to to decrease the size of the subject (WIDE).

The zoom indication bar will be displayed on the LCD monitor. Adjust the subject to the desired size.

TELE

WIDE

■ Digital Zoom Function

If you keep moving the zoom lever to for more than 2 seconds when the camera is set

(still picture mode) and the Image

on quality mode is maximum telephoto position or the camera is in macro mode ( zoom function is triggered to magnify your shot 1.3 times, 1.6 times or 3.2 times. To disable the digital zoom function, move the zoom lever to

• The digital zoom function can be used when the Image quality mode is

Note

mode is set on (sound), (text), (continuous shooting) or

when the image quality mode is set on non-compressed (NC) or PRO (PRO • PRO-L • PRO-H) when LCD monitor is closed

• Decide the composition using the LCD monitor and take the picture.

and the lens is at the

is displayed), the digital

. It cannot be used in the following situations: when the shooting

(motion picture)

TELETELE

1.3 1.3

WIDEWIDE

Magnification

Checking the Position of the Subject

Check the position of your subject through the viewfinder or on the LCD monitor.

■ Viewing Through the Viewfinder

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

● Shooting Scope

Frame the subject within the viewfinder.

● Short Distance Correction Frame

Compose your subject within this range when the distance to the subject is less than about 24cm.

● Autofocus Field

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

■ Viewing on the LCD Monitor

Aim the camera at the subject while looking at the LCD monitor.

● Shooting Scope

Frame the subject within the LCD monitor screen.

● Autofocus Field

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

Shooting

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

Note

only and do not actually appear in the viewfinder or on the LCD monitor.

Shooting (Still Picture Mode)

Shooting instructions for still picture mode are given below. Hold the camera correctly to keep it steady.

q Aim the camera at your subject.

Note

• Use macro mode to shoot subjects

closer than 24cm. See “Close-up Shooting (Macro Mode)” → (p.60)

w Use the zoom lever to set the size of

the subject.

See

•“Setting the Size of the Subject

(Zoom)” (p.44)

•“Checking the Position of the

Subject” (p.45)

e Press the shutter release button

lightly with your fingertip.

The shutter button works in a two-step action. When you press it lightly (halfway), the autofocus function is triggered to determine the focal distance. Keep the camera as steady as possible to prevent camera shake.

The AF LED (green) will light when the subject is in focus. The focus, exposure and white balance settings are set at this point.

• A flashing AF LED indicates that the

Note

subject is out of focus. If this occurs, use the focus lock function. See

“Focus Lock Shooting” → (p.61).

• If the “SLOW SHUTTER” message

appears on the LCD monitor, you are recommended to shoot with the flash enabled to avoid camera shake which tends to occur in this situation. See “Changing Flash Modes” → (p.53).

● Flash LED

The flash LED (red) lights when you press the shutter button lightly in low light conditions.

• The flash LED (red) blinks and the

Note

LCD monitor is cleared while the flash is charging. Pictures cannot be taken in this state.

r Press the shutter release button

down fully without removing your finger.

A beep will sound and the picture you have taken appears on the LCD monitor before it is recorded.

Note

• Moving the camera before the beep sounds may result in a blurred

image.

• You can incorporate sound into your recording. See “Still Picture/Text

Shooting with Sound” → (p.52).

How to Cancel Recording

When you press down the shutter button fully, the shot image will appear on the LCD monitor. To cancel recording, press

button, and then press the shutter

the button when the cancel confirmation message is displayed.

Shooting

ERASE THIS IMAGE?

START:RELEASE CANCEL:CANCEL

You can change the image confirmation time as desired. See “Changing LCD Confirmation Time” → (p.100).

Important

Note

• Do not open the battery cover or card door or detach the AC adapter during recording.

• The AF LED and Recording destination ( • ) will blink while the image is being recorded. Do not rotate the mode dial or turn off the power until recording has been completed. It is not possible to use the / button or use the MENU button to display the menu screen while an image is being recorded.

Tips

Using the Camera for Extended Periods of Time

The camera will turn off automatically (auto power off) to conserve the battery if it is left idle (no buttons or switches operated) for a preset time. When you require more time to compose a shot, disable the auto power off feature. When using the camera for an extended period of time, have a spare battery or AC adapter (optional) handy. See “Auto Power Off Setting” → (p.100).

■ 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. See “Focus Lock Shooting” (p.61) “Manual Focus Shooting” (p.62).

Tips

LCD Monitor Display Function

Each time you press the DISPLAY button, the display switches to show recording data, such as the recording mode, image quality mode, and recordable picture count.

●Still picture mode

Initial State Data Display No Display

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* In the case of sound mode or moving image mode (

the recordable time are displayed when the initial state or data display is displayed.

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Special Shooting Functions

This section explains the various shooting functions. Depending on which recording mode you choose, the functions which can be used will vary. Refer to the following table.

Recording Mode

Still

Shooting Function

With Sound p.52 쑗 쎹 쑗 쎹쎹 Manual Focus p.62 쑗 쎹 쑗쑗쑗 Flash strength p.55 쑗 쎹 쑗 쎹쎹 Red-Eye Reduction

Mode p.63 ISO Setting p.64 쑗 쎹 쑗쑗쎹 Date Imprint p.64 쑗 쎹 쑗쑗쎹 Soft Mode p.65 쑗 쎹쎹 쑗 쎹 Monochrome p.66 쑗 쎹쎹 쑗쑗 Interval p.67 쑗 쎹 쑗 쎹쎹 Auto Bracket p.68 쑗 쎹쎹 쎹 쎹 Non-Compressed p.69 쑗 쎹쎹 쎹 쎹 PRO p.70 쑗 쎹 쑗 쎹쎹 TIME EXPOSURE p.72 쑗 쎹쎹 쎹 쎹

Picture

Sound Text

쑗 쎹쎹 쎹쎹

Text Shooting (Text Mode)

Continuous

Motion Picture

Shooting

This mode is suitable to records text. The appropriate processing for recording text is adopted, and the text is recorded in dual value (black and white), to ensure clarity. (In this mode, the text can be recorded in less than 1/3 of the normal data volume.)

q Set the mode dial to [ ].

w Press the shutter release button to

shoot the image.

The shot image appears on the LCD monitor before it is recorded.

• To cancel recording, press the

Note

button while the shot image is displayed on the LCD monitor. See “Shooting (Still Picture Mode)” → (p.46)

• Sound can be incorporated in the recording. See “Still Picture/Text Shooting with Sound” → (p.52).

Sound Recording (Sound Mode)

In this mode sound can be recorded. The recordable time is displayed according to the available capacity in the recording destination.

Important

Note

• The microphone is located on the front of the camera. Adjust the direction of the microphone to the best position for recording.

q Set the mode dial to [ ].

The recordable time is displayed.

w Press the shutter release button to

record.

Recording will start. The mark blinks during recording and the recordable time is displayed. To cancel recording, press the shutter release button again.

Note

When the recording/recordable time exceeds 100 minutes, the first digit of the seconds is not displayed on the LCD monitor or LCD panel.

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Continuous Shooting (Continuous Shooting Mode)

This mode is for shooting a subject continuously while the shutter button is depressed. This function is ideal for capturing special events.

q Set the mode dial to [ ]. w Press the shutter release button to

shoot the image.

Shooting continues while the shutter release button is pressed. Continuous shooting stops when you release the shutter release button.

Note

• The flash does not fire in continuous shooting mode.

• In continuous shooting mode, the focus, exposure compensation and

white balance are locked in the status in effect when you press the shutter release button.

• Continuous shooting stops when the total number of files recorded reaches RIMG9999. In this case, format the SmartMedia memory card or internal memory to resume continuous shooting.

Important

Note

• In continuous shooting mode, no image appears on the LCD monitor while pictures are being taken.

• Do not open the battery cover or card door or detach the AC adapter (optional) during recording.

• The AF LED and Recording destination (

• ) will blink while the image is being recorded. Do not rotate the mode dial or turn off the power until recording has been completed. It is not possible to operate the / button or use the MENU button to display the menu screen while an image is being recorded.

● Maximum number of continuous pictures

The maximum number of pictures that can be taken continuously depends on the image quality mode.

Image Quality

(Compression

Size (No. of Pixels)

2048 × 1536 Approx. 5 Approx. 12 Approx. 24 1024 × 768 Approx. 17 Approx. 36 Approx. 70 640 × 480 Approx. 46 Approx. 89 Approx. 164

* The table shows the maximum number of pictures that can be taken continuously at

one time. The available space on the SmartMedia memory card or internal memory may allow extended shooting.

Rate)

Fine Normal Economy

Shooting

Motion Picture Shooting (Motion Picture Mode)

This mode is for recording motion pictures. The recordable time is displayed according to the available capacity in the recording destination. Sound is incorporated in the recording.

q Set the mode dial to [ ].

The recordable time is displayed.

w Press the shutter release button to

shoot the image.

Shooting starts. The mark blinks during shooting and the recording time is displayed on the LCD panel.

Press the shutter release button again to cancel recording.

• Zoom does not work in motion picture mode.

Note

• The flash does not fire in motion picture mode.

• The focus, exposure compensation and white balance are locked in

the state in effect when the shutter button was pressed.

Still Picture/Text Shooting with Sound

This mode is for recording still pictures or text with 10 seconds of sound. This function is useful when you wish to add a comment or explain a situation.

Important

Note

• The microphone is located on the front of the camera. Adjust the direction of the camera to the best position for recording.

q Set the mode dial to [ ] or [ ] and

press the MENU button.

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w Press the or button to select

[IMAGE WITH SOUND].

e Press the or button to select

[ON] and press the ENTER button.

r Press the shutter release button to

shoot the image.

Sound is recorded for 10 seconds at the same time as shooting the image.

mark blinks during sound recording.

The

SHOOTING MODE

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• The focus, exposure compensation and white balance are locked in

Note

the state in effect when the shutter button was pressed.

• Sound recording starts after shooting in (still picture) mode when the image quality mode is set on non-compressed (NC) or PRO (PRO, PRO-L, PRO-H), or in (text) mode. In this case, make sure that the

mark blinks on the LCD panel during recording.

Changing Flash Modes

The camera offers four flash modes. Select the flash mode best suited to your photographic needs.

• (Flash Off) : The flash is disabled even in dark conditions. Use this mode for shooting where use of the flash is prohibited or where adequate room illumination is available.

(Auto) : The flash fires automatically when it detects low ambient

•

light or backlighting.

• lit : When you take a picture against the light or under strong

(Forced Flash)

blinking : Slows down the shutter release speed when the flash is

•

(Slow Synchro)

* The factory default setting is flash off mode (Flash Off).

light, the subject’s face may appear in the shade in the resultant shot. Use forced flash to reduce this effect. In this mode, the flash will fire regardless of the ambient light level.

activated so that the subject is illuminated and the background is captured too. If you use this mode when you want to take a clear picture of your subject and capture the background atmosphere, such as at a party, it reduces the effect of only the background being darkened when the flash fires.

Effective Range of the Flash

When you shoot with the flash activated, the flash has an effective range of about 0.6 – 2.5m (23.7 – 98.5 inches) for the telephoto setting. The subject will appear dark in the picture if the light from the flash fails to reach it.

q Set the mode dial to [ ] or [ ].

Shooting

w Press the button to select the flash

mode ( , , lit, blinking).

The flash mode switches each time you press the button.

The selected flash mode will be displayed. In auto mode, the

mark appears only on

the LCD monitor and not on the LCD panel.

e Press the shutter release button to

shoot the image.

When the flash is activated, the flash LED (red) lights when you press the shutter release button lightly. The flash LED blinks while the flash is charging and the LCD monitor is cleared. You cannot shoot during this time.

Important

Note

• When you shoot a subject located closer than about 0.6m with the flash activated, light from the flash may appear red in the resultant picture. The subject may also appear white due to overexposure. To avoid this, switch to flash off mode.

• The shutter speed slows automatically when you shoot in dark places. To prevent camera shake, hold the camera steady or mount it on a tripod. Take care to avoid camera shake particularly when using the telephoto setting ( ).

• The flash will not fire in the following situations:

Note

when the shooting mode is set on shooting) or (motion picture) when the white balance mode is set on (daylight), (overcast), (tungsten light) or (fluorescent light) when in macro mode ( ) during auto bracket shooting

• Enable the keep settings mode to save the flash mode setting. See “Keep Settings” → (p.99).

• When shooting a subject with the flash activated, if the subject

appears dark on the LCD monitor, switch to a wider angle. The subject may be difficult to focus on with the telephoto setting.

• Shooting in the red-eye reduction mode will lessen the red-eye phenomenon in the resultant picture. See “Red-Eye Reduction Mode” → (p.63).

(sound), (continuous

■ Adjusting the Strength of the Flash

When shooting with the flash activated ( , lit, blinking), you can adjust the strength of the flash.

q Set the mode dial to [ ] or [ ] and

press the MENU button.

w Press the or button to select

[FLASH STRENGTH].

e Press the or button to select the

desired strength (NORMAL, STRG or SOFT) and press the ENTER button.

r Press the MENU button.

If you select STRONG, + is displayed on the LCD monitor, and if you select SOFT, – is displayed. There is no display when you select NORMAL.

t Press the shutter release button to

shoot the image.

• Enable the keep settings mode to save the flash brightness setting.

Note

See “Keep Settings” → (p.99).

SHOOTING MODE

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Shooting

Setting the Exposure Compensation

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 underor over-exposed. Exposure compensation is useful in this situation. You can also use exposure compensation to produce intentionally under- or overexposed images.

● Exposure Compensation Range

± 2.0 EV (in 0.5 EV steps)

● Shooting Against the Light

The bright background will make the subject appear underexposed. Set the exposure compensation level to a positive (+) value to adjust the exposure.

Important

Note

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

q Set the mode dial to one of the

following [ • • • ] and press the button.

w Press the or button to change

the exposure compensation value and press the ENTER button.

Press the button to increase the compensation level, and press the to decrease the compensation level. Continuously pressing the button changes

the level continuously.

button

/–

2.0

–2.0 BACK:CANCEL

EV+0.5

SEL.:ENTER

e Press the shutter release button to

shoot the image.

EV+0.5

• Enable the keep settings mode to save the exposure compensation

Note

level setting. See “Keep Settings” → (p.99).

• You can take 3 frames in succession at exposure compensation levels

of –0.5 EV, 0, and +0.5 EV based on the preset compensation level. See “Auto Bracket Shooting” → (p.68).

Changing the White Balance

The white balance mode adjusts the white balance so that you can capture your subject in its natural colors regardless of the light source. The auto mode will suffice in most situations. The auto mode automatically adjusts the white balance based on the white areas, ensuring that white is reproduced as white regardless of the light source. Consequently, a subject that lacks in white tones as a whole or that is dominated by dark tones may not achieve an appropriate white balance. Change the white balance mode to shoot such subjects.

Shooting

•

No display (Auto) :The camera automatically adjusts the white balance.

•

(Daylight) : This mode is used to shoot subjects outdoors where

an appropriate white balance is difficult to achieve.

•

(Overcast) :This mode is used to shoot subjects outdoors under

cloudy skies or in shade where the appropriate white balance is difficult to achieve.

•

(Tungsten Light) :This mode is used to shoot subjects under tungsten

light where an appropriate white balance is difficult to achieve.

•

(Fluorescent Light) :This mode is used to shoot subjects under fluorescent

light where an appropriate white balance is difficult to achieve.

* The factory default setting is auto mode.

Subjects Difficult to Correct in Auto Mode

• Monochrome subjects

• Subjects lit by multiple light sources

q Set the mode dial to one of the

following [ • • ] and press the WB button.

w Press the or button to select the

white balance (AUTO • • • •

) and press the ENTER button.

e Press the shutter release button to

shoot the image.

Important

Note

• The color tones of a subject will vary depending on weather conditions or light source (tungsten light or fluorescent light).

• In auto mode, subjects lacking in white tones may not achieve an

Note

appropriate white balance. When shooting such subjects, add a white object to the composition.

• The flash will not fire in the following white balance modes: (daylight), (overcast), (tungsten light), and (fluorescent light).

• Enable the keep settings mode to save the white balance mode setting. See “Keep Settings” → (p.99).

WHITE BALANCE

AUTO

BACK:CANCEL SEL.:ENTER

Using the Self-Timer

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

w Set the mode dial to [ ] or [ ] and

press the button.

The self-timer is now set.

mark will be displayed on the LCD

The monitor and LCD panel.

• The self-timer setting is canceled

Note

when you press the when you set the mode dial to another mode, or when you turn the camera off.

button again,

Shooting

w Decide the composition of the

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

The self-timer LED lights and the self-timer starts. The shutter is released after a delay of approximately 10 seconds. The self-timer LED starts to flash about 2 seconds before the shutter is released and the beep sound is heard. The self-timer mode is automatically canceled when the shutter is released.

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

Note

completed.

• The focus is locked at the point when the shutter release button is pressed.

Tips

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.

Close-up Shooting (Macro Mode)

Macro photography allows you to take a close-up picture of a subject. Macro mode is recommended for taking pictures at a distance of less than 24cm (9.5 inches) from the subject.

q Set the mode dial to one of the

following [ • • • ] and press the button.

The mark will be displayed on the LCD monitor.

• Macro shooting is canceled when

Note

you press the button again, when you set the mode dial to another mode, or when you turn the camera off.

w Bring the camera close to the subject

and decide the composition of the picture. Press the shutter release button lightly to set the focus.

e Press the shutter release button to

shoot the image.

Important

Note

• The focusing range is so small in macro mode that the focus can be lost if the camera is moved. Make sure the camera is firmly positioned by mounting it on a tripod, for example, to keep it steady when shooting.

• As there is a wide margin between the field of view through the viewfinder and the shooting range, check the shooting range on the LCD monitor or with the camera connected to a TV.

Tips

Note

Shutter release button

The optional remote control unit is convenient for when the camera is mounted on a tripod or similar device and the shutter release

button is difficult to press.

• The flash will not fire in macro mode.

Focus Lock Shooting

Usually, the auto focus function focuses the camera on the subject that appears in the autofocus field on the LCD monitor or in the viewfinder. If the subject is located outside the autofocus field, it may appear blurred in the resultant shot. Use the focus lock to ensure accurate focusing on the subject.

See

•“Checking the Position of the Subject” (p.45).

■ When to Use the Focus Lock

If the subject is not positioned inside the autofocus field, a blurred image will result as the background, not the subject, is in focus.

If an object other than the subject occupies a major portion of the autofocus field, the camera will focus on the object, producing a blurred image of the people.

■ How to Use the Focus Lock

q Use the zoom lever to set the size of

your subject.

•“Setting the Size of the Subject

See

(Zoom)” (p.44).

Shooting

w Bring the subject on which you wish

to focus into the autofocus field.

e Press the shutter release button

lightly and hold it.

The focus will be locked at this point and the AF LED (green) will light.

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r Decide the composition of the picture

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

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

Note

“Manual Focus Shooting” → (p.62).

Manual Focus Shooting

The manual focus function can be used to manually adjust the focal setting for subjects difficult to bring into focus with the autofocus.

q Set the mode dial to one of the

following [ • • • ] and press the MENU button.

w Press the or button to select

[FOCUS].

e Press the or button to select

[MF] and press the ENTER button.

• The manual focus setting is

Note

canceled when you select [AF] or when you turn the camera off.

r Press the MENU button.

[MF] will be displayed on the LCD monitor.

t Press the or button to focus on

the subject and press the shutter release button to take the picture.

To vary the size of the subject, press the zoom button.

• Enable the keep settings mode to save the focus mode setting. See

Note

"Keep Settings" → (p.99).

SHOOTING MODE

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Red-Eye Reduction Mode

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

q Set the mode dial to [ ] and press

the MENU button.

w Press the or button to select

[REDEYE REDUCTION].

e Press the or button to select

[ON] and press the ENTER button.

r Press the MENU button.

will be displayed on the LCD panel or

LCD monitor.

t Press the shutter release button to

shoot the image.

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

Important

Note

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

SHOOTING MODE

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Shooting

• You cannot use the redeye reduction mode when the flash mode is set

Note

on (flash off).

Changing the ISO Setting

You can change the ISO sensitivity.

q Set the mode dial to one of the

following [ • • ] and press the MENU button.

w Press the or button to select

[ISO SENSITIVITY].

e Press the or button to select the

desired ISO setting (AUTO • 200 • 400) and press the ENTER button.

r Press the MENU button.

The ISO setting will be displayed on the LCD monitor. There is no display when the setting is on AUTO.

t Press the shutter release button to

take the picture.

• Enable the keep settings mode to save the ISO setting. See “Keep

Note

Settings” → (p.99).

SHOOTING MODE

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ISO200

Date Imprinting

Use this mode to record images imprinted with the date.

• This function is only available if the date has been set in the settings

Note

menu, so set the date first. The date is displayed in the style selected on the date setting menu. See “Setting the Date and Time” → (p.34).

q Set the mode dial to one of the following [ • • ] and press

the MENU button.

w Press the or button to select

[DATE IMPRINT].

e Press the or button to select

[DATE] or [DT/TM] and press the ENTER button.

r Press the MENU button.

If you select [DT/TM], the date and time are displayed (e.g. 2000/5/15 10:15), and if you select [DATE], the time is displayed (e.g. 2000/5/15).

t Press the shutter release button to

shoot the image.

• Enable the keep settings mode to save the date imprint setting. See

Note

“Keep Settings” → (p.99).

SHOOTING MODE

DATE IMPRINT DATE SOFT MODE OFF MONOCHROME MODE OFF INTERVAL MODE AUTO BRACKET OFF SELECT: CHANGE:

BACK:MENU

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Shooting

Soft Mode

Smoothes the contours when photographing people, faces or flat objects such as walls, etc.

q Set the mode dial to [ ] and press

the MENU button.

w Press the or button to select

[SOFT MODE].

e Press the or button to select

[ON] and press the ENTER button.

r Press the MENU button.

[SOFT] will be displayed on the LCD monitor.

SHOOTING MODE

DATE IMPRINT OFF SOFT MODE OFF MONOCHROME MODE OFF INTERVAL MODE AUTO BRACKET OFF SELECT: CHANGE:

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SEL.:ENTER

t Press the shutter release button to

shoot the image.

SOFT

Note

• Enable the keep settings mode to save the Soft setting. See “Keep Setting” → (p.99)

Monochrome Mode

Use this mode to shoot subjects in monochrome or sepia.

q Set the mode dial to one of the

following [ • • ] and press the MENU button.

w Press the or button to select

[MONOCHROME MODE].

e Press the or button to select

[B&W] or [SEPIA] and press the ENTER button.

Select [B&W] to shoot in black and white images or [SEPIA] to shoot in sepia images.

r Press the MENU button.

t Press the shutter release button to

shoot the image.

SHOOTING MODE

DATE IMPRINT OFF SOFT MODE OFF MONOCHROME MODE OFF INTERVAL MODE AUTO BRACKET OFF SELECT: CHANGE:

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SEL.:ENTER

SEPIA

• The white balance mode does not function when you choose

Note

monochrome mode.

Interval Shooting

The camera can be set to take pictures automatically at preset intervals. The intervals can be set in steps of 30 seconds in the range of 30 seconds to 3 hours. For example, if you set an interval of 1 hour, the shutter will be released every hour, taking pictures continuously until the internal memory or SmartMedia memory card runs out of available memory.

Important

Note

• Check the remaining number of pictures that can be stored on the SmartMedia memory card or internal memory before starting interval shooting.

• The auto power off function will be activated 24 hours after the start of interval shooting, even if the camera is powered by the AC adapter.

q Set the mode dial to [ ] or [ ] and

press the MENU button.

Shooting

w Press the or button to select

[INTERVAL MODE] and press the ENTER button.

e Press the or button until the

digit you want to set starts to flash.

r Press the or button to change

the value of the flashing digit.

Press the button to increase the value, and press the value. Pressing the button continuously increases the speed at which the digit changes. Repeat steps e and r above to set the desired interval in steps of 30 seconds.

button to decrease the

SHOOTING MODE

DATE IMPRINT OFF SOFT MODE OFF MONOCHROME MODE OFF INTERVAL MODE AUTO BRACKET OFF SELECT: CHANGE:

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SEL.:ENTER

INTERVAL MODE

0:10:00

SELECT:

BACK:CANCEL SEL.:ENTER

t Press the ENTER button again after

setting the digit for the seconds.

The interval timer is now enabled.

• The interval shooting mode is

Note

canceled when you set the mode dial to another mode or turn the camera off while the “INTERVAL” message is lit on the LCD monitor.

y Press the shutter release button.

The camera will take the first shot and then proceed to shoot at the preset interval. The “INTERVAL” message flashes on the LCD monitor while interval shooting is in progress. Shooting will continue until the internal memory or SmartMedia memory card runs out of available memory.

• You can take normal shots by pressing the shutter button while interval

Note

shooting is in progress. The preset interval will not be affected.

• The actual interval between shots may be longer than the preset time depending on the image quality and flash mode settings.

• If the camera is powered by the battery, it is possible for the battery may run out during interval shooting. It is therefore recommended to use an AC adapter (optional) for interval shooting.

INTERVAL MODE

START:RELEASE

CANCEL:CANCEL CANCEL:CANCEL

Auto Bracket Shooting

Auto bracket shooting allows you to take 3 frames in succession at exposure compensation values of –0.5 EV, 0 and +0.5 EV, based on the exposure compensation value set in “Setting the Exposure Compensation” (p.56). To prevent camera shake, mount the camera on a tripod or set it on a flat surface when taking the pictures.

q Set the mode dial to [ ] and press

the MENU button.

w Press the or button to select

[AUTO BRACKET].

e Press the or button to select

[ON] and press the ENTER button.

r Press the MENU button.

AB will be displayed on the LCD monitor.

t Press the shutter release button to

take the pictures.

When you press the shutter release button, 3 frames are shot in succession at –0.5 EV, 0.0 and +0.5 EV, based on the preset exposure compensation value.

SHOOTING MODE

DATE IMPRINT OFF SOFT MODE OFF MONOCHROME MODE OFF INTERVAL MODE AUTO BRACKET OFF SELECT: CHANGE:

BACK:MENU

2/3

SEL.:ENTER

Shooting

–

0.5

Note

• You cannot use the auto bracket function when the image quality mode is set on non-compressed (NC) or PRO (PRO, PRO-L, PRO-H), or when [IMAGE WITH SOUND] is set on [ON].

• The flash does not fire in auto bracket mode.

0.0

Switching to Non-Compressed Mode

In normal image quality mode, the data is compressed at the time of recording. To record without compressing the data, set [NO-COMPRESSION] to [ON] to switch the image quality mode.

q Set the mode dial to [ ] and press

the MENU button.

0.5

w Press the or button to select

[NO COMPRESSION].

e Press the or button to select

[ON] and press the ENTER button.

r Press the MENU button.

NC will be displayed on the LCD monitor or LCD panel.

SHOOTING MODE

NO COMPRESSION OFF PRO OFF TIME EXPOSURE OFF

SELECT: CHANGE:

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SEL.:ENTER

t Press the shutter release button to

shoot the image.

● Data Guide

Image Quality (Compression Rate)

Size (No. of Pixels)

2048 × 1536 Approx. 6 MB/image 1024 × 768 Approx. 1.5 MB/image 640 × 480 Approx. 640 KB/image

Switching to PRO Mode

This mode allows you to take pictures with enhanced image quality.

• PRO: PRO enables you to take pictures with a size of 3072 × 2304 pixels.

• PRO-L: PRO-L enables you to record sharp, high resolution images with the

normal volume of data.

• PRO-H: PRO-H enables you to record high resolution images with a size of 3072 × 2304 pixels.

2048 1536

Important

Note

• When you take pictures using PRO-L or PRO-H mode, 2 shots are taken when you press the shutter release button. The subject is therefore limited to still objects, and the camera should always be mounted on a tripod.

• In some cases taking pictures in this mode may result in a large volume of data or a long shooting time. You should therefore check the volume of recordable memory and the battery level.

q Set the mode dial to [ ] or [ ] and

press the MENU button.

w Press the or button to select

[PRO].

e Press the or button to select

[OFF, PRO, PRO-L, PRO-H] and press the ENTER button.

r Press the MENU button.

PRO mode will be displayed on the LCD monitor or LCD panel.

t Press the shutter release button to

shoot the image.

Note

• To cancel recording, press the button while the shot image is displayed on the LCD monitor.

● Data Guide

Image Quality (Compression Rate)

MODE/Size (No. of Pixels)

PRO 3072 × 2304 PRO-L 2048 × 1536 PRO-H 3072 × 2304

Fine Normal Economy NC

Approx. 2.53 MB Approx. 1.26 MB Approx. 648 KB Approx. 13.5 MB Approx. 1.12 MB Approx. 568 KB Approx. 280 KB Approx. 6 MB Approx. 2.53 MB Approx. 1.26 MB Approx. 648 KB Approx. 13.5 MB

SHOOTING MODE

NO COMPRESSION OFF PRO OFF TIME EXPOSURE OFF

SELECT: CHANGE:

BACK:MENU

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PRO–L

Shooting

● Shooting Time Data

Image Quality (Compression

Mode

PRO PRO-L PRO-H

Rate)

Fine/ Normal/ Economy NC

Approx. 35 sec. Approx. 90 sec. Approx. 35 sec. Approx. 60 sec. Approx. 70 sec. Approx. 120 sec.

Setting the Time Exposure Mode

The time exposure mode is used when photographing bright subjects such as fireworks and racecars in a dark place. This feature can be used in the still picture mode [

Important

Note

• Mount the camera on a tripod, etc., when using the Time Exposure mode.

q Set the mode dial to [ ] and press

the MENU button.

w Press the or button to select

[TIME EXPOSURE].

e Press the or button to select the

exposure time (OFF, 1 SEC., 2 SEC., 4 SEC., 8 SEC.) and press the ENTER button.

SHOOTING MODE

NO COMPRESSION OFF PRO OFF TIME EXPOSURE 2SEC.

SELECT: CHANGE:

BACK:MENU

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SEL.:ENTER

r Press the MENU button.

t Press the shutter release button to

shoot the image.

• The time exposure mode cannot be set in the PRO mode (PRO, PRO-

Note

L, PRO-H) or auto bracket shooting.

PLAYBACK

Before Starting to Playback

Recorded Images .............................................. 74

Files That Can Be Played on the Camera .............. 74

Connecting to a TV.................................................. 74

Playing Back a File............................................ 7 6

Playing a Still Picture/Text/Continuous File............ 76

Playing a Sound File................................................ 77

Playing a Motion Picture File................................... 78

Special Playback Functions .............................. 80

Multi Image Playback .............................................. 80

Zoom Playback ........................................................ 81

Auto Playback.......................................................... 82

Rotating a Displayed File ........................................ 82

Copying Image Files................................................ 83

Playing a File Shot with a Non-Ricoh Camera........ 84

Protecting a File....................................................... 85

Setting DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) ............. 86

Setting Printing Services ......................................... 86

Chapter

Before Starting to Playback Recorded Images

This section explains what kind of files can be played back on the camera and how to play back recorded images using a TV.

Files That Can Be Played on the Camera

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

• Files recorded on this camera

• Files transferred from a PC using Ricoh software compatible with this camera

• Files recorded with a non-Ricoh camera. See “Playing a File Shot with a NonRicoh Camera” (p.84).

• The [UNMATCHED FILE] message will be displayed if an unplayable

Note

file is encountered.

• Data recorded on the Ricoh DC-3Z/DC-4 or RDC-5000* series can also be displayed.

* Zoom playback is not possible.

Connecting to a TV

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

See

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

Image input

q Check that both the camera and the TV are turned off. w Open the terminal cover on the camera and connect the AV

interface cable to the AV out terminal.

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

terminal on the TV.

Using the Camera for an Extended Period of Time

Supplying power to the camera from a household AC outlet using an optional AC adapter is recommended for shooting over an extended period of time. See “Using an AC Adapter” → (p.26) * Make sure that the camera is turned off before connecting the AC

adapter.

• When you are away on overseas trips, you may view recorded images

Note

on a TV set with the other Video-out signal method (NTSC/PAL). See

“Changing the Video-out Signal Method” → (p.103).

• When you connect the camera to a TV, the screen displayed on the

LCD monitor appears on the TV monitor.

Playback

Playing Back a File

This section provides instructions for playing back recorded files.

Playing Back a Still Picture/Text/Continuous File

Follow the procedure below to play files recorded in (still picture), (text)

(continuous shooting) mode, and still picture or text files with sound.

q Set the mode dial to [ ] and press

the button to select the playback source.

The most recently recorded file is played back on the LCD monitor.

•“Information Displays” (p.7).

See

w Press the or button to select a

file to be played back.

Press the button to display the next file, and press the previous file. Keeping the button pressed increases the speed.

● Still Picture and Text Files with Sound

To play back a sound file, press the shutter release button. Playback of a sound file ends automatically. To pause playback, press the shutter release button again or the

• You can adjust the volume by

Note

pressing the or button. See “Playing a Sound File” → (p.77).

button to display the

button.

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START/STOP

:RELEASE

● Playback Display

Pictures taken in the following image sizes will appear on the LCD monitor or TV monitor as shown below.

2048 × 1536 1024 × 768

640 × 480

Vertical

Playback

Display

Note

• Files may take a while to play after the camera is turned on or the mode dial is set, depending on the capacity of the SmartMedia memory card.

• Files that have been recorded in recorded as single files and therefore can be played the same way as regular files.

• You can protect files from being erased. See “Protecting a File” → (p.85).

Playback

Display

Playback

Display

(continuous shooting) mode are

Playing a Sound File

Follow the procedure below to play files recorded in (sound) mode.

Important

Note

• The speaker is located on the side of the camera. Place the camera in the best position for playback.

q Set the mode dial to [ ] and press

the button to select the playback source.

w Press the or button to select a

sound file and press the shutter release button.

The sound will be played back, and the playback indicator and time elapsed will be displayed. Playback of a sound file ends automatically. To pause playback, press the

button.

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Playback

Display

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● To pause/resume Playback

If you press the shutter button during playback, playback will be suspended. To resume playback, press the shutter button again.

If you keep the zoom lever moved while playback is suspended, you can fast forward by moving to

or rewind by moving to .

● Adjusting the Volume

If you press the or button during playback, the volume adjustment indicator will be displayed. Press the to adjust the volume.

• When connected to a TV set, etc., use the connected device to adjust

Note

the audio volume.

• When the recording/recordable time exceeds 100 minutes, the first digit of the seconds is not displayed on the LCD monitor or LCD panel.

• You can protect sound files from erasure. See “Protecting a File” → (p.85).

or button

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Playing a Motion Picture File

Follow the procedure below to play a file recorded in (Motion Picture) mode.

q Set the mode dial to [ ] and press

the button to select the playback source.

w Press the or button to select a

moving image file and press the shutter release button.

The motion picture file will be played, and the playback indicator and time elapsed will be displayed. Playback of a motion picture file ends automatically. To discontinue playback, press

button.

the

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● To pause/resume Playback

If you press the shutter button during playback, playback will be suspended. To resume playback, press the shutter button again.

● Single frame forward/reverse, slow playback/reverse slow playback

While playback is being suspended, move the zoom lever to to advance single image; move the zoom lever to the zoom lever to

starts slow playback and keeping the zoom lever to

to return one frame. Also, keeping

starts reverse slow playback.

• You can adjust the volume by pressing the or button. See

Note

“Playing a Sound File” → (p.77).

• You can protect a motion picture file to prevent erasure of the file. See “Protecting a File” → (p.85).

Tips

Display Function

Each time you press the DISPLAY button, the information display switches between the date and time recorded, image quality mode, etc.

● Still Picture/Text/Continuous File

Initial State Information Display No Display

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* In the case of a sound file or motion picture file,

elapsed and the indicators are displayed when the initial state or information display is displayed.

1024 768 N

2000/ 6/15 10:15

, , the time

Playback

Special Playback Functions

This section 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 [ ] and press

the MENU button.

w Press the or button to select

[MULTI IMAGE] and press the ENTER button.

The LCD monitor will switch to the six-image display.

e Press the or button and the or

button to select a file to be played

back.

Six files at a time are displayed, with the position in which each file is displayed determined by the file number. The file enclosed in a thick frame is the selected file.

r Press the ENTER button.

The LCD monitor will return to the normal screen and the selected file will be displayed in the single-image mode.

• Unplayable files are displayed in black. The following files can be

Note

displayed on the blue screen.

Sound mark on blue screen Text mark on blue screen

mark on blue screen

Text + Sound

• To display the previous set of six files, press the selected file is on the top row, and to display the next set of six files, press the button when the selected file is on the bottom row.

PLAYBACK MODE

MULTI IMAGE ZOOM PLAYBACK AUTO PLAYBACK 1SEC. COPY SELECT FOLDER SELECT: CHANGE:

BACK:MENU SEL.:ENTER

MULTI IMAGE

SELECT:

BACK:CANCEL SEL.:ENTER

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Zoom Playback

The image file being played is magnified both in height and width. Depending on the size of the image, images can be displayed in the following magnifications.

• 2048 × 1536: 1.3X, 1.6X, 3.2X

• 1024 × 768: 1.6X

• 640 × 480: 2X

• 3072 × 2304: 2.4X

q Set the mode dial to [ ] and press

the MENU button.

w Press the or button to select

[ZOOM PLAYBACK] and press the ENTER button.

The screen will switch to the zoom display.

e Press the or button and the or

button to verify the file.

To shift the display position, press the buttons while looking at the window.

● Changing the Magnification

The magnification changes each time you press the ENTER button when the image size is

r After confirming the file, press the

CANCEL button.

The screen will return to the play mode display.

• Magnifiable files are still picture files, text files, and still picture/text files

Note

with sound that have been recorded on this camera.

• The magnification displays for other files that can be played are approximate.

• Vertically recorded images can be displayed horizontally by setting zoom playback mode.

PLAYBACK MODE

MULTI IMAGE ZOOM PLAYBACK AUTO PLAYBACK 1SEC. COPY SELECT FOLDER SELECT: CHANGE:

BACK:CANCEL SEL.:ENTER

ZOOM RATIO:ENTER

1.5 BACK:CANCEL

1.5 BACK:CANCELBACK:CANCEL

ZOOM RATIO:ENTER

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Playback

Auto Playback

This function automatically plays all the files stored in the internal memory or on the SmartMedia memory card.

q Set the mode dial to [ ] and press

the MENU button.

w Press the or button to select

[AUTO PLAYBACK].

e Press the or button to select the

playback time (1 SEC., 3 SEC., 5 SEC., 10 SEC., 30 SEC., 60 SEC.) and press the ENTER button.

When you press the ENTER button, playback starts automatically for the specified time. Playback continues until canceled.

● How To Cancel Auto Playback

Press any button, such as the shutter release button or zoom button, during auto playback.

• The time it takes to recall a file is not included in the playback time.

Note

• Still picture/text files with sound, motion picture files and sound files are played for the time the sound or image was recorded, regardless of the preset playback time.

PLAYBACK MODE

MULTI IMAGE ZOOM PLAYBACK AUTO PLAYBACK 1SEC. COPY SELECT FOLDER SELECT: CHANGE:

BACK:CANCEL SEL.:ENTER

Rotating a Displayed File

You can rotate a recorded file 90 degrees to the right, 90 degrees to the left, or 180 degrees on the display.

q Set the mode dial to [ ] and press

the MENU button.

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w Press the or button to select

[ROTATION].

e Press the or button to select the

angle (R90°, L90°, 180°) and press the ENTER button.

PLAYBACK MODE

ROTATION OFF PROTECT DPOF

SELECT: CHANGE:

BACK:MENU SEL.:ENTER

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When you press the ENTER button, the file will be displayed at the specified angle .

Rotated 90 degrees to the right

• Only still picture files, text files, and still picture/text files with sound

Note

that have been recorded with this camera can be rotated.

• The preset angle will be saved when the camera is turned off, enabling you to play files at the preset angle next time you turn the camera on.

Copying Image Files

Files can be copied from the internal memory onto a SmartMedia memory card or vice versa.

Important

Note

• When a protected file is copied, the copied file is unprotected.

• Only files taken with this camera can be copied.

• If there is not enough space available at the copy destination during

copying, the [INSUFFICIENT MEMORY] message will be displayed. Press the shutter button to copy as many files as permitted by the available memory. Press the CANCEL button to cancel copy operation.

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q Set the mode dial to [ ] and press

the MENU button.

w Press the or button to select

[COPY] and press the ENTER button.

PLAYBACK MODE

MULTI IMAGE ZOOM PLAYBACK AUTO PLAYBACK 1SEC. COPY SELECT FOLDER SELECT: CHANGE:

BACK:CANCEL SEL.:ENTER

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e Press the or button to select the

copy mode and press the ENTER button.

Operation varies depending on the copy mode. See:

•“Copying All Files” (p.84)

•“Copying Selected Files” (p.84)

■ Copying All Files

COPY

ALL SELECT ALL SELECT

BACK:CANCEL SEL.:ENTER

q Press the shutter release button.

All the files will be copied and the display will return to the copy menu.

■ Copying Selected Files

q Press the or button and the or

button to select the file to be

copied and press the ENTER button.

The selected file will be indicated by the C mark. To select more files, repeat step q.

Note

w Press the shutter release button.

The selected files will be copied and the display will return to the copy menu.

To cancel a selection, press the ENTER button again and the C mark will disappear.

COPY

COPY ALL FILES?

START:RELEASE CANCEL:CANCEL

COPY

SELECT:

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Playing a File Shot with a Non-Ricoh Camera

With certain exceptions, files recorded with a non-Ricoh camera can be played if the non-Ricoh camera conforms to the DCF* image file format. * DCF is short for “Design rule for Camera File system” which is a set of

specifications standardized by the Japan Electric Industry Development Association (JEIDA).

q Insert a SmartMedia memory card, set

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

•“Inserting a SmartMedia Memory

See

Card” (p.28).

w Press the or button to select

[SELECT FOLDER] and press the ENTER button.

e Press the or button to select a

folder and press the ENTER button.

The image files in the folder will be displayed. Press the play.

See

or button to select a file to

•“Playing Back a File” (p.76).

SELECT FOLDER

100RICOH 101XXXXX 102XXXXX

BACK:CANCEL SEL.:ENTER

Protecting a File

You can protect important files from being erased accidentally.

q Set the mode dial to [ ] and press

the MENU button.

w Press the or button to select

[PROTECT] and press the ENTER button.

ROTATION OFF PROTECT DPOF

SELECT: CHANGE:

BACK:CANCEL SEL.:ENTER

PLAYBACK MODE

MULTI IMAGE ZOOM PLAYBACK AUTO PLAYBACK 1SEC. COPY SELECT FOLDER SELECT: CHANGE:

BACK:CANCEL SEL.:ENTER

SELECT FOLDER

PLAYBACK MODE

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e Press the or button and the or

button to select the file you wish to

protect and press the ENTER button.

The selected file will be indicated by the mark. Repeat step e to select other files.

PROTECT

SELECT:

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• To cancel a selection, press the

Note

ENTER button again and the mark will disappear.

r Press the shutter release button.

The files will be protected.

● How to Unprotect a File

Choose a protected file on the protect menu (step e) and press the ENTER button. The

mark will disappear.

Important

Note

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

Setting DPOF (Digital Print Order Format)

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.

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When submitting recorded files to a digital printing service, set the number of image prints and index prints that you require. After setting, the recorded data can be printed by requesting a store with digital camera print service.

• Only files in the RICOH folder can be set for digital printing services.

Note

• Be sure to leave enough free memory space for one or two files on the SmartMedia memory card when setting the printing service.

• Once a printing service is set, never program record, erase or any other settings. If any setting is programmed, reprogram it.

q Set the mode dial to [ ] and press

the button to select , press the MENU button.

w Press the or button to select

[DPOF] and press the ENTER button.

PLAYBACK MODE

ROTATION OFF PROTECT DPOF

SELECT: CHANGE:

BACK:CANCEL SEL.:ENTER

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e Press the or button to select the

item you wish to set and press the ENTER button.

The procedure differs depending on the item you wish to set. See:

•“Specifying the number of prints” → (p.87)

•“Specifying the number of index prints” →

(p.88)

•“How to Cancel the DPOF Settings” → (p.89)

● If DPOF has already been set

If DPOF has already been set, the screen on the right will be displayed. Press the shutter button. New print settings are possible unless the previous settings are first cleared.

■ Specifying the number of prints

q Select [STND PRINTS] from the DPOF

setting menu and press the ENTER button.

DPOF

STND PRINTS INDEX PRINTS CANCEL PRINT ORDER

TOTAL:0 INDEX:0

BACK:CANCEL SEL.:ENTER

Playback

DPOF

CLEAR ALL PRINT SETTINGS?

START:RELEASE CANCEL:CANCEL

w Press the or button and the or

button to select the file for which you wish to set the number of prints and press the ENTER button.

The selected file will be displayed as a single-image display.

STND PRINTS

SELECT: TOTAL:0

BACK:CANCEL SEL.:ENTER

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e Press the or button to specify

the number of prints and press the ENTER button.

• To cancel the setting, set the

Note

number to zero.

STND PRINTS

BACK:CANCEL SEL.:ENTER

The number of prints will be set and the screen will return to the six-image display. To

STND PRINTS

continue setting the number of prints, repeat steps w and e.

r Press the CANCEL button.

The screen will return to the DPOF setting

SELECT: TOTAL:2

BACK:CANCEL SEL.:ENTER

menu.

t Press the CANCEL button.

The screen will return to the playback menu.

DPOF

STND PRINTS

Important

Note

• Turning the mode dial on the DPOF

INDEX PRINTS CANCEL PRINT ORDER

setting menu shown on the right will clear the setting. Be sure to press the CANCEL button to return to the

TOTAL:18 INDEX:0

BACK:CANCEL SEL.:ENTER

playback menu.

■ Specifying the Number of Index Prints

The index print feature allows all the files stored in the RICOH folder to be printed on a reduced scale. You can use the index print feature to list all the files recorded in the folder for visual confirmation or to specify the number of prints.

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q Select [INDEX PRINTS] from the

DPOF setting menu and press the ENTER button.

w Press the or button to specify

the number of index prints and press the ENTER button.

The display will return to the DPOF setting menu.

DPOF

INDEX PRINTS

• To cancel the setting, set the index

Note

number to zero.

e Press the CANCEL button.

The display will return to the playback menu.

Important

Note

• Be sure to press the CANCEL button to return to the playback menu. The setting will be canceled when turning the mode dial on the DPOF setting menu shown on the right.

■ How to Cancel the DPOF Settings

q Select [CANCEL PRINT ORDER] from

the DPOF setting menu and press the ENTER button.

w Press the shutter button.

All the DPOF settings will be cleared and the display will return to the playback menu.

BACK:CANCEL SEL.:ENTER

DPOF

STND PRINTS INDEX PRINTS CANCEL PRINT ORDER

TOTAL:0 INDEX:3

BACK:CANCEL SEL.:ENTER

Playback

DPOF

CLEAR ALL PRINT SETTINGS?

START:RELEASE CANCEL:CANCEL

ERASING

Erasing Files............................................. 92

Erase Single Image....................................... 92

Erase All Images ........................................... 93

Erase Selected Images................................. 94

Chapter

Erasing Files

This section explains how to erase recorded files. There are three ways to erase files:

1) ERASE SINGLE IMAGE for erasing one selected file at a time.

2) ERASE ALL IMAGES for erasing all files at once.

3) ERASE SELECTED IMAGES for erasing multiple selected files.

Important

Note

• 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.27).

• Only files that have been taken with this camera can be erased.

• Erasing time may vary depending on the capacity of the SmartMedia memory card and the type of file.

Erase Single Image

The selected file is erased.

q Set the mode dial to [ ] and press

the button to select the erase source.

w Press the button.

e Press the or button to select

[ERASE SINGLE IMAGE] and press the ENTER button.

ERASE

ERASE SINGLE IMAGE ERASE ALL IMAGES ERASE SELECTED IMAGES SELECT:

BACK:CANCEL SEL.:ENTER

r Press the or button to select the

file to be erased and press the shutter release button.

The selected file will be erased. To erase more files, repeat step r.

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The display will return to the erase menu.

• When a file is erased, the subsequent file numbers are reassigned.

Note

• Protected files, which are identified by the mark, cannot be erased until they are unprotected. See “Protecting a File” → (p.85).

Erase All Images

All recorded files in the folder are erased.

q Set the mode dial to [ ] and press

the button to select the erase source.

w Press the button.

e Press the or button to select

[ERASE ALL IMAGES] and press the ENTER button.

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Erasing

ERASE

ERASE SINGLE IMAGE ERASE ALL IMAGES ERASE SELECTED IMAGES SELECT:

BACK:CANCEL SEL.:ENTER

r Press the shutter release button.

All the files will be erased and the display will return to the erase menu.

• Protected files, which are identified by the mark, cannot be erased

Note

until they are unprotected. See “Protecting a File” (p.85).

ERASE

ERASE ALL?

START:RELEASE CANCEL:CANCEL

Erase Selected Images

Multiple selected files are erased.

q Set the mode dial to [ ] and press

the button to select the erase source.

w Press the button.

e Press the or button to select

[ERASE SELECTED IMAGES] and press the ENTER button.

r Press the or button and the or

button to select a file to be erased

and press the ENTER button.

The selected file will be identified by the mark. To select more files, repeat step e.

• To cancel selection, press the

Note

ENTER button again and the mark will disappear.

t Press the shutter release button.

The selected files will be erased and the display will return to the erase menu.

• Protected files, which are identified by the mark, cannot be erased

Note

until they are unprotected. See “Protecting a File” → (p.85).

ERASE

ERASE SINGLE IMAGE ERASE ALL IMAGES ERASE SELECTED IMAGES SELECT:

BACK:CANCEL SEL.:ENTER

ERASE

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SETTINGS/MISCELLANEOUS

Chapter

Transferring Images to a PC.................... 96

Changing Camera Settings...................... 98

Formatting a Card/Internal Memory.............. 98

Keep Settings ................................................ 99

Changing LCD Confirmation Time.............. 100

Auto Power Off Setting ............................... 100

Beep Sound Setting .................................... 101

Power Save Mode Setting .......................... 101

File Numbering System............................... 102

Changing Video-Out Signal Method

(NTSC/PAL) ................................................ 103

Changing Display Language....................... 103

Initializing Settings ...................................... 104

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

Shooting ...................................................... 105

Playing......................................................... 106

Erasing ........................................................ 107

Transferring Images to a PC

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

Note

• Refer to “Readme” file in the CD-ROM for installation and usage.

■ Installing Camera Utility Software

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

■ PC Operating Platforms and installation instruction

● Windows

• Operation system : Windows

• PC : PC running Microsoft Windows 95/98/NT4.0 Windows2000

• CPU : Pentium

• Memory : Windows95: 16MB (64MB or more recommended) Windows98: 32MB (96MB or more recommended) Windows NT4.0: 32MB (96MB or more recommended) Windows2000: 64MB (96MB or more recommended)

•

Hard disk drive space

• Display resolution : 640 × 480 dots more (recommended 800 × 600 dots or

• Display colors : 256 or more (recommended 65,000 or more)

• Keyboard & mouse : Keyboard and mouse connectable to Microsoft

• CD-ROM drive : CD-ROM drive supported by Microsoft Windows95/98/

• Quick Time : QuickTime 4.0 or later

: 6 MB or more

more) (recommended 800 × 600 dots or more)

Windows95/98/NT4.0/2000

NT4.0/2000



95/98 NT4.0, Windows2000

● Macintosh

• Macintosh PC : Note or desktop

• CPU : PowerPC

• OS : Mac OS 8.1 – 9.0

• Internal memory : 64 MB or more (128MB or more recommended)

• Required memory : 16 MB of uncompressed application memory space or more (32 MB or more recommended)

•

Hard disk drive space

• Display resolution : 640 × 480 dots or more (recommended 800 × 600 dots

: 6 MB or more

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

• QuickTime : QuickTime 4.0 or later

Note

•

Install QuickTime 4.0 or later version to play moving play images on the PC.

■ Connecting the Camera to a PC

Use the interface serial cable with the RDC-7 to connect it to a personal computer.

1 Turn off the PC. 2 Turn off the camera. 3 Connect the camera and the PC using the interface cable.

Note

• Avoid powering the camera on battery during connection to PC. If possible, run it via an AC adapter. Otherwise if the power shuts off while you are operating the camera, you would have to retry.

• Do not connect or disconnect the AC adapter to or from the AC outlet while the camera is turned on.

Typical Windows connection

Typical Macintosh connection

4 Turn off the camera and set mode dial to [SET], press the 왕 or 왓 button to

select [SERIAL TRANSFER] and press the ENTER button.

5 Turn on the PC and run the Utility software.

Settings/Miscellaneous

Changing Camera Settings

This section explains how to format (initialize) a SmartMedia memory card or the internal memory, and how to change the various settings such as auto power off, beep sound and keep settings.

Formatting a Card/Internal Memory

Follow the procedure below to format a SmartMedia memory card or the internal memory. 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 it with the camera.

q Set the mode dial to [ ].

w Press the or button to select

[FORMAT] and press the ENTER button.

e Press the or button to select

SmartMedia memory card or internal memory and press the ENTER button.

r Press the shutter release button.

The “FORMATTING” message will be displayed. When formatting is completed, the display will return to the SET menu.

• A SmartMedia memory card with a write protect pad attached to it

Note

cannot be formatted. Remove the pad to format the SmartMedia memory card.

SET 1/3

FORMAT SERIAL TRANSFER KEEP SETTINGS LCD CONFIRMATION 1SEC. AUTO POWER OFF 1MIN SELECT: CHANGE:

SEL.:ENTER

FORMAT

FORMAT MEMORY CARD FORMAT INTERNAL MEMORY

BACK:CANCEL SEL.:ENTER

FORMAT

FORMAT INTERNAL MEMORY

START:RELEASE CANCEL:CANCEL

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