Ricoh RDC-7 User 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.
Copyright
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.
• This publication may not be reproduced in whole or part without the express written permission of Ricoh.
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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.
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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
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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
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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
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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.
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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)
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