Ricoh CAPLIO Caplio R30 User Manual

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Camera User Guide
The serial number of this product is given
on the bottom face of the camera.
Caution!
Do not connect the USB cable yet!
If you connect the camera to a computer through the
USB cable before installing the provided software on the
computer, the software required for connection between
camera and computer may not be installed correctly.
Be sure to connect the camera to your computer after
installing the provided software.
For how to install the software, see P.133.
About other documentation
Detailed explanations on how to use the provided
software can be found in "Software User Guide" (PDF
format file) included on the supplied CD-ROM.
For how to display the PDF file, see P.137.
The CD-ROM also contains English version of Camera
User Guide and Software User Guide in PDF format.
Quick Guide
A Variety of Shooting
Techniques/Playback
Changing Camera
Settings
Installing Software
Troubleshooting

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  • Page 1 Camera User Guide The serial number of this product is given on the bottom face of the camera. Caution! Do not connect the USB cable yet! If you connect the camera to a computer through the USB cable before installing the provided software on the computer, the software required for connection between camera and computer may not be installed correctly.
  • Page 2 Liability Warranty Radio Interference This publication may not be reproduced in whole or in part without the express written permission of Ricoh. © 2005 RICOH CO.,LTD. All rights reserved. The contents of this document may be changed in the future, without prior notice.
  • Page 3 Rapid shutter response to capture a moment (P.29) The shutter release time lag is as short as approx. 0.1 seconds. Ricoh’s patented hybrid auto focusing system technology even keeps action shots looking good. 1-cm macro (P.35) and close flashing for 14 cm (for Telephoto) or 20 cm (for Wide-angle) (P.36)
  • Page 4 Equipped with a powerful long- lasting rechargeable battery (P.16) A long-lasting, large-capacity rechargeable battery comes with the camera, giving you convenience for long-time shooting on a trip or in your workplace. Adjust (ADJ.) button for easy customizing to optimum setting (P.59) The ADJ.
  • Page 5 Instant transfer to PC through the USB cable If the provided software is installed on your computer, just connecting the camera to your computer with the provided USB cable will automatically transfer images to your computer. Provided with multi-functional software “ImageMixer” that helps in not only managing shot images in an album, but also editing images and sounds, and creating video CDs...
  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Contents Chapter 1 Quick Guide Before Shooting ... 10 Packing List ... 10 Names of parts ... 12 About LCD Monitor Display ... 14 Getting Ready to Shoot ... 16 About the Batteries... 16 Battery level indication ... 17 About an SD Memory Card (available in stores) ... 18 Charging the Rechargeable Battery ...
  • Page 7 Shooting Setting Menu ... 60 Using the Shooting Setting Menu... 61 Choosing Picture Quality Mode/Image Size (PIC QUALITY/SIZE) ... 62 Changing the Focusing Mode (FOCUS: MULTI AF/SPOT AF)... 64 Manual Focus Shooting (FOCUS:MF) ... 66 Shooting at a Fixed Distance (FOCUS:SNAP/Infinity) ... 68 Changing the Light Metering (PHOTOMETRY) ...
  • Page 8 Assigning a Function to the ADJ. Button (ADJ. BTN. SET. 1/2) ... 115 Changing Auto Power-Off Settings (AUTO POWER OFF) ... 116 Changing the Beep Sound Setting (BEEP SOUND) ... 117 Changing the Beep Sound Volume (VOL. SETTINGS) ... 118 Changing Image Confirmation Time (LCD CONFIRM.) ...
  • Page 9 Using Manuals The two manuals included are for your Caplio R30. Camera User Guide (This booklet) This guide explains the usage and functions of the camera. You will also see how to install the provided software on your computer. *The Camera User Guide (English edition) is available from the provided CD-ROM as a PDF file.
  • Page 10: Display Screens

    Reference The camera is provided with software (ImageMixer) that allows you to display and edit images from your computer. For how to use ImageMixer, click the [?] button on the ImageMixer window and see the displayed manual. For more information on the ImageMixer, contact the Customer Support Center below. North America (Los Angeles) TEL: +1-213-341-0163 Europe (U.K.) Asia (Philippines)
  • Page 11 Chapter Quick Guide If you are using the camera for the first time, read from this chapter. Before Shooting ... 10 Getting Ready to Shoot... 16 Basic Shooting... 27 Playing Back ... 41 Viewing on a Television ... 47 Erasing... 49...
  • Page 12: Before Shooting

    Before Shooting Packing List Open the package and make sure all the items are included. • Caplio R30 • AV Cable Used when viewing your images on a TV unit. • USB Cable Used to connect the camera to a computer or Direct Print supported printer.
  • Page 13: Optional Accessories

    • Caplio Software CD-ROM The provided software and the Software User Guide are included on this CD-ROM. Reference For the latest information about accessories, access Ricoh home page (http://www.ricohpmmc.com). Optional Accessories • AC Adapter (AC-4c) Used for power supply from a home outlet to the camera.
  • Page 14: Names Of Parts

    Names of parts Camera Front View Item Name Shutter Release Button Power Button Flash AF Window Lens Cover Microphone Lens Mode Selector You can select one of the three modes with the mode selector. Voice Memo Mode Movie Mode Still Image Mode Refer to P.27 P.22...
  • Page 15: Rear View

    Rear View Item Name LCD Monitor Mode Selector Auto Focus/ Flash Lamp z (Telephoto)/ 8 (Enlarged View) Button Z (Wide-angle)/ 9 (Thumbnail Display) Button 6 (Playback) Button ADJ. Button D (Delete)/ t (Self-timer) Button DISP. Button !/SCENE Button Refer to Item Name $/Q (Quick Review) Button P.14...
  • Page 16: About Lcd Monitor Display

    About LCD Monitor Display Screen Examples when Shooting Pictures 11 11 12 13 14 15 Still Image Mode Item Name Flash Macro Shooting Self-timer Mode Types Recording Destination Remaining Number of Still Images P.173 Picture Quality Image Size Zoom Bar Focus Auto Bracket White Balance...
  • Page 17: The Screen During Playback

    Note • The number of remaining shots available may differ from the actual number of shots, depending on the subject. • Even between cards of the same capacity, the number of remaining shots and other values may vary with the manufacturer, type, and shooting condition. •...
  • Page 18: Getting Ready To Shoot

    Getting Ready to Shoot Turn the power on and get ready to shoot. Note If you have already used this camera, follow the steps below to make sure it is turned off before removing or loading batteries. 1. Make sure the LCD monitor is turned off. 2.
  • Page 19: Battery Level Indication

    Reference • For how to insert the Rechargeable Battery, see P.20. • For how to use the AC Adapter, see P.169. Caution • Please remove the battery if you are not going to use the camera for a long period of time. •...
  • Page 20: About An Sd Memory Card (Available In Stores)

    About an SD Memory Card (available in stores) You can store still images you have taken either in the camera’s internal memory or on an SD Memory Card (available in stores). The internal memory capacity is 26 MB. When you want to record a lot of still images, movies or sounds at high resolutions, use a high-capacity SD Memory Card.
  • Page 21: Charging The Rechargeable Battery

    Charging the Rechargeable Battery The rechargeable battery needs to be charged before use. Insert the battery, making sure that the on the battery match with those on the battery charger. The battery label should face up. Caution Be careful not to reverse the Plug the battery charger into an outlet.
  • Page 22: Loading The Rechargeable Battery And Sd Memory Card

    Loading the Rechargeable Battery and SD Memory Card The rechargeable battery (DB-60) is another option for powering this camera. This battery is convenient because it can be used over and over again by recharging, and the battery power lasts long. If you have already used this camera, make sure it is turned off before loading the battery and card.
  • Page 23 Close the battery/card cover and slide it back into place. Removing the Rechargeable Battery Open the battery/card cover. Release the hook that locks the rechargeable battery. The battery will be ejected. Pull the battery out of the camera. Be careful not to drop the battery when removing it from the camera.
  • Page 24: Turning The Power On/Off

    Turning the Power On/Off To turn the power on: Press the Power button. After the start sound, the auto-focus/flash lamp blinks for several seconds. Using the Camera in Playback Mode Pressing the Playback button for more than one second turns on the camera in Playback Mode, allowing you to start playback at once.
  • Page 25: Setting The Language

    Setting the language When the power is turned on for the first time, the language setting screen appears (for the LCD monitor display language). After setting the language, go on to the date/time setting (for printing the date and time on your photos). You can shoot without these settings.
  • Page 26: Setting The Date And Time

    Setting the date and time When the power is turned on for the first time and the language setting is completed, the date/time setting screen appears. Press the !"#$ buttons to set the year, month, date and time. Change the value with !" and move the frame with #$.
  • Page 27: Changing The Display

    Changing the Display If you press DISP., you can change the screen display mode, such as switching between display/no display of symbols, etc. Every time you press the DISP. button, the view cycles in the order of Histogram On, Grid Guide, No Display, LCD Monitor Off, and Normal Symbol Display.
  • Page 28: Histogram Display

    Histogram Display When histogram display is on, a histogram appears in the lower right corner on the LCD monitor screen. A histogram is a graph indicating the number of pixels on the vertical axis and the brightness on the horizontal axis. The brightness is shadow (dark), halftone, and highlight (light) from the left.
  • Page 29: Basic Shooting

    Basic Shooting Now you are ready. Let’s shoot! How to Hold the Camera Hold the camera as illustrated below for best results. Hold the camera with both hands and lightly press both elbows against your body. Put your finger on the shutter button.
  • Page 30: Preventing Camera Shake

    Preventing camera shake If the camera moves when you press the shutter button, the still image might not come out clearly (due to camera shake). The mark displayed on the LCD monitor indicates that camera shake should be avoided under the current shooting condition. To prevent camera shake, use a tripod or hold the camera securely with both hands when you shoot.
  • Page 31: Capturing The Moment Shooting (Full-Press)

    Capturing the Moment Shooting (Full-press) The shutter release button works in two steps. There are two methods of using the shutter button; pressing the shutter button all the way down at once (full-press) and pressing it halfway (half-press). Full-press the shutter release button for quick focusing, so as not to miss a shooting opportunity.
  • Page 32: Checking The Focus And Shooting (Half-Press)

    Checking the Focus and Shooting (Half-press) When you press the shutter release button halfway (half-press), the auto-focus function is triggered to determine the focal distance. Subsequently press it all the way down (full-press) to shoot. This is useful when the subject is not in the center of the screen (see P.32).
  • Page 33 The focal distance is measured at five points. Green frames appear to indicate focus positions. Note When specifying a focus position at macro shooting, use the AF target shift function. (P.87) Gently press the shutter button all the way. The still image you have taken freezes for a moment on the LCD Monitor and is recorded.
  • Page 34: When The Subject Is Not Centered (Shooting With Focus-Lock)

    When the Subject is not Centered (Shooting with Focus-lock) When your subject is not in the center of your composition, compose your photo after focusing. (Focus- lock) Example: Taking a photograph of the castle in the background with the camera focused on a person in front.
  • Page 35 With the shutter half-pressed, move the camera and compose your shot. Gently press the shutter button all the way. Note At macro shooting, the AF target shift function allows you to lock the focus without moving the camera. This function is useful when a tripod is used. Reference •...
  • Page 36: Using The Zoom Function

    Using the Zoom Function Pressing the Z (Wide angle) button allows you to take a wide-angle picture. Pressing the z (Telephoto) button allows you to take a picture of a subject zoomed in. With the camera ready to shoot, press the Z button or the z button.
  • Page 37: Shooting Close-Ups (Macro-Mode)

    Shooting Close-Ups (Macro-Mode) Using the N (Macro) button allows you to take a tight close-up (Macro Photo). It is good for shooting small subjects because you can get up to one centimeter (1/2 inch) away. With the camera ready to shoot, press the N button.
  • Page 38: Using The Flash

    Using the Flash Press the F (Flash) button to switch between flash modes. By default, your camera is set to Flash Off. From the front edge of the lens, the flash’s light reaches about 0.2 to 2.4 m (W) or about 0.14 to 1.85 m (T) when ISO sensitivity is set to [AUTO].
  • Page 39: Shooting With Scenery-Matching

    Shooting with Scenery-Matching If you use the Scene Mode, you can select from among eight types of still image modes and shoot automatically with optimal settings for that kind of scene. PORTRAIT Use when taking portrait pictures. SPORT Use when taking pictures of moving objects. LANDSCAPE Use when you are taking scenery pictures with abundant greens or blue sky.
  • Page 40 TEXT MODE ZOOM MACRO HIGH SENSITIVITY Reference • For how to change PIC QUALITY/SIZE, see P.62. • For the list of Shooting Setting menu items in Scene Mode, see P.171. • For combination of Scene Mode and the functions, see P.170. Use when capturing text images, for example, notes written on the whiteboard at a meeting.
  • Page 41: Shooting In Zoom Macro Mode

    Switch the Mode Selector to 5. Press the ! button. The still image mode selection screen appears. Press the !" buttons to select a mode. Press the M/O button. The Mode’s symbol is displayed on the upper part of the LCD monitor. Press the shutter release button.
  • Page 42 Using the skew correction function Turn the Mode Selector to 5. Press the ! button. The still image mode selection screen appears. Press the !" buttons to select [SKEW COR MODE]. Press the M/O button. Press the shutter release button to shoot the subject. Immediately after shooting, the area recognized as a correction range is displayed with an orange frame.
  • Page 43: Playing Back

    Playing Back Checking the image you just took (Quick Review) You can view the image you just took on the LCD monitor. If you are not pleased with the way the photo came out, you can erase it then and there. While still in the Still Image Mode, press the Q (Quick Review) button.
  • Page 44: Viewing Your Images

    Viewing Your Images In the Playback Mode you can check still images you have taken. You can also delete or zoom in on them. Press the 6 (Playback) button. The camera switches to Playback mode and the last still image you took is displayed.
  • Page 45: Playing Back In The Three-Frame View

    Playing back in the three-frame view A playback view can be divided into three frames. The three-frame view allows you to select a still image to enlarge or delete it. Press the 6 (Playback) button. The last image you took is displayed. Press the 9 (Thumbnail Display) button.
  • Page 46 About Screen Switching at Playback The playback screen changes as follows: Note If one of the following operations is performed on the three-frame view, the display returns to the ordinary playback screen (single-picture display) and the operation is executed. • Deletion (P.49) •...
  • Page 47: Thumbnail Display

    Thumbnail Display You can view your images in sets of 12. You can then select an image to erase or magnify. Press the 6 (Playback) button. The last image you took is displayed. Press the 9 (Thumbnail Display) button. The screen changes to three-frame view.
  • Page 48: Magnifying Images

    Magnifying Images You can enlarge a still image displayed on the LCD Monitor. 2592 × 1944, 2592 × 1728, 2048 × 1536 1280 × 960 640 × 480 Press the 6 (Playback) button. The last image you took is displayed. Press the #$ buttons to display the still image you want to enlarge.
  • Page 49: Viewing On A Television

    Viewing on a Television You can view still images you have taken on a TV screen. The camera displays everything on the TV screen just as it would on the LCD Monitor. To use your television for viewing, connect your camera to the television with the AV cable that came with your camera.
  • Page 50 Press the Power button or keep pressing the Playback button for more than one second to turn the camera on. Caution Connecting the AV cable to the camera turns off the LCD monitor display and the speaker output. Note • If you connect the AV cable to your video recorder’s In terminal, you can record what you have shot onto video.
  • Page 51: Erasing

    Erasing Erasing Unwanted Files (Still Images/Movies/Sounds) You can erase unwanted or failed files from the SD memory card or internal memory. You can erase them in the following three ways: • One file at a time • Deleting all files at once •...
  • Page 52: Erasing Multiple Files At One Time

    Erasing Multiple Files at One Time Press the 6 (Playback) button. Press the 9 (Thumbnail) button twice. The screen is divided into 12 frames and displays 12 still images at once. Press the !"#$ buttons to select the image you want to erase and press the D (Delete) button.
  • Page 55 Chapter A Variety of Shooting Techniques/Playback Direct Printing ... 54 A Variety of Shooting Techniques ... 59 Shooting with Multi-Shot ... 89 Shooting/Playing Back Movies... 93 Recording/Playing Back Sound ... 97 Other Functions Available in Playback Mode...99...
  • Page 56: Direct Printing

    Direct Print Function The Direct Print standard enables direct printing from a camera to a printer, by connecting them via a USB cable. Photos can be printed quickly and easily from your digital camera without using a computer. Caution • You cannot print movies (.AVI) with this function. For still images with sounds (.JPG and .WAV), only the still images (.JPG) are printed.
  • Page 57: Printing Still Images

    Printing Still Images You can send still images from the camera to a PictBridge compatible printer to print them. Still images are sent from the internal memory when no SD memory card is loaded or from an SD memory card when one is loaded. Caution Do not disconnect the USB cable during printing.
  • Page 58 The following items can be selected. Each item appears only when supported by the printer. The items marked * are displayed only when supported by Ricoh printers. Item Name PAPER SIZE PAPER TYPE...
  • Page 59: Printing Several Still Images

    Note To specify the set value as the default value, the next time the camera is connected to the printer, press the ADJ. button when the screen in Step 7 is displayed. Upon appearance of the screen at right, select [Set] and press the M/O button.
  • Page 60 Press the !" buttons to set the number of copies to print. Repeat steps 7 and 8 to select all the still images to be printed and the number of copies for each. Press the M/O button. The Direct Print menu appears. Press the !"...
  • Page 61: A Variety Of Shooting Techniques

    A Variety of Shooting Techniques Using the ADJ. (Adjust) Button The ADJ. button allows exposure correction, white balancing, and ISO sensitivity setting by fewer operations. Two types of functions other than exposure control and white balance can be assigned to the ADJ.
  • Page 62: Shooting Setting Menu

    Shooting Setting Menu The Shooting Setting menu enables you to shoot pictures by setting the items listed in the table below. *Among the choices listed in the table below, default values at purchase are enclosed in [ ]. Setting PIC QUALITY/SIZE FOCUS PHOTOMETRY SHARPNESS...
  • Page 63: Using The Shooting Setting Menu

    Using the Shooting Setting Menu With the camera ready to shoot, press the M/O button. The Shooting Setting menu appears. Press the !" buttons to select the desired item. The setting items are provided on 4 screens. When the " button is pressed at the bottom item, the next screen appears.
  • Page 64: Choosing Picture Quality Mode/Image Size (Pic Quality/Size)

    Choosing Picture Quality Mode/Image Size (PIC QUALITY/SIZE) The size of a stored still image and movie file depends on picture quality and size settings. In Picture Quality Mode, there are two types, N (Normal) and F (Fine). Types of Modes You Can Select Symbol Mode Normal Mode...
  • Page 65 Switch the Mode Selector to 5. Press the M/O button. The Shooting Setting menu appears. Press the " button to select [PIC QUALITY/SIZE] and press the $ button. Press the !" buttons to select a picture quality/image size. Press the M/O or $ button. Picture Quality/Image Size settings are completed.
  • Page 66: Changing The Focusing Mode (Focus: Multi Af/Spot Af)

    Changing the Focusing Mode (FOCUS: MULTI AF/SPOT AF) If you shoot the subject in the default focusing mode, the camera focuses automatically (AF). The camera automatically measures the distances to a maximum of five AF areas among 17 AF areas and focuses to the nearest AF area (MULTI AF), preventing the central area of the subject from becoming out of focus and allowing you to shoot with a minimum number of out-of-focus pictures.
  • Page 67 Changing the Auto Focusing Mode (MULTI AF/SPOT AF) Switch the Mode Selector to 5. Press the M/O button. The Shooting Setting menu appears. Press the " button to select [FOCUS] and press the $ button. Press the !" buttons to select [MULTI AF] or [SPOT AF].
  • Page 68: Manual Focus Shooting (Focus:mf)

    Manual Focus Shooting (FOCUS:MF) If the camera fails in focusing automatically, you can focus manually (Manual Focus: MF). Manual focusing allows shooting at a fixed distance. Note • In Scene Mode, manual focus can be used only when [ZOOM MACRO] or [SKEW CORRECTION] is selected.
  • Page 69 Shooting with Manual Focusing Press the " button as required. Pressing the " button enlarges the display for easy focusing. Press the $ button to set the focus bar/zoom bar display to the focus bar. Each time the $ button is pressed, the focus bar and the zoom bar appear alternately.
  • Page 70: Shooting At A Fixed Distance (Focus:snap/Infinity)

    Shooting at a Fixed Distance (FOCUS:SNAP/Infinity) The shooting distance can be set to short distance or infinity. Infinity is useful to shoot a distant view. To shoot with the shooting distance fixed, follow the steps below. Switch the Mode Selector to 5. Press the M/O button.
  • Page 71: Changing The Light Metering (Photometry)

    Changing the Light Metering (PHOTOMETRY) You can change the metering method (the range to use for metering) to determine the exposure value. There are three Light Metering Methods available: MULTI, CENTER, and SPOT. Types of Modes You Can Select Symbol Mode (No Symbol) MULTI...
  • Page 72: Changing The Edge Quality Of Still Images (Sharpness)

    Changing the Edge Quality of Still Images (SHARPNESS) You can change the definition of your still images to either sharp or soft. Switch the Mode Selector to 5. Press the M/O button. The Shooting Setting menu appears. Press the " button to select [SHARPNESS] and press the $ button.
  • Page 73: Setting Color Depth (Color Depth)

    Setting Color Depth (COLOR DEPTH) Color depth of the shot still image can be selected from Normal, Vivid, Neutral, and B&W. Switch the Mode Selector to 5. Press the M/O button. The Shooting Setting menu is displayed. Press the " button to select [COLOR DEPTH] and press the $ button.
  • Page 74: Shooting Consecutively With Different Exposures (Auto Bracket)

    Shooting Consecutively with Different Exposures (AUTO BRACKET) The Auto Bracketing function automatically shoots three consecutive shots, with the specified exposure value as standard, at three exposure levels, at -0.5EV, ±0, and +0.5EV. Note This function is not available when shooting with sound. Switch the Mode Selector to 5.
  • Page 75: Shooting Consecutively With Different White Balance (White Balance Bracket)

    Shooting Consecutively with Different White Balance (WHITE BALANCE BRACKET) Three images are automatically recorded - a reddish image, a bluish image, and an image of the current white balance. This is useful if the appropriate white balance cannot be judged. Switch the Mode Selector to 5.
  • Page 76 Note • This function is not available for Multi-Shot shooting (P.89) and Auto Bracket shooting (P.72). • The flash cannot be used. • Time Exposure (P.75) is set to OFF. • If [B&W] is set for [COLOR DEPTH], the white balance bracket can be set but does not become valid.
  • Page 77: Using Long Time Exposure (Time Exposure)

    Using Long Time Exposure (TIME EXPOSURE) You can select an exposure time of 1, 2, 4 or 8 seconds. By using long time exposure, you can capture the track of moving subjects such as fireworks and car lights, when you shoot a night scene.
  • Page 78: Shooting Pictures Automatically At Set Intervals (Interval)

    Shooting Pictures Automatically at Set Intervals (INTERVAL) You can set the camera to automatically take pictures at fixed intervals. You can set the shooting interval at any length from 5 seconds to 3 hours, in increments of 5 seconds. Switch the Mode Selector to 5. Press the M/O button.
  • Page 79 Press the shutter release button. A picture is taken every time the fixed interval elapses. To stop shooting, press the M/O button. Interval Shooting settings are cleared when the power is turned off. Caution If the time until the next shooting is set longer on the shooting menu than the time for interval shooting, the shooting interval becomes longer than that for interval shooting.
  • Page 80: Shooting A Still Image With Sound (Image With Sound)

    2 Shooting a Still Image with Sound (IMAGE WITH SOUND) You can shoot a still image with a voice memo. Voice recording can continue for up to eight seconds. Switch the Mode Selector to 5. Press the M/O button. The Shooting Setting menu appears. Press the "...
  • Page 81: Inserting The Date Into A Still Image (Date Imprint)

    Inserting the Date into a Still Image (DATE IMPRINT) You can insert the date (YY/MM/DD) or the date and time (YY/MM/ DD hh:mm) at the lower right of a still image. Switch the Mode Selector to 5. Press the M/O button. The Shooting Setting menu appears.
  • Page 82: Changing The Exposure (Exposure Comp.)

    Changing the Exposure (EXPOSURE COMP.) The exposure setting allows you to select brightness levels for your shots. Normally, if your subject is centered, backlight compensation is automatically activated, and you can shoot with correct exposure. However, in the following cases, or when you intentionally want to change the exposure, you can change the exposure setting.
  • Page 83: Using Natural And Artificial Lighting (White Balance)

    Using Natural and Artificial Lighting (WHITE BALANCE) Adjust the white balance so that a white subject may be reproduced as white. At purchase, the White Balance is set to “AUTO”; normally you do not need to change the setting, but if the camera is having difficulty determining the white balance when shooting an object of a single color or under several light sources, you can change the setting.
  • Page 84 Setting the White Balance Manually (Manual Setting) Switch the Mode Selector to 5. Press the ADJ. Button. Press the #$ buttons until the White Balance menu appears. Press the !" buttons to select (Manual Setting). Point the camera at a piece of paper or something white under the lighting conditions for your picture.
  • Page 85: Changing Sensitivities (Iso Setting)

    Changing Sensitivities (ISO SETTING) The ISO sensitivity indicates how sensitive to light the film is. A greater value means higher sensitivity. High sensitivity is suitable for shooting an object in a dark place or moving fast and suppresses blurring. However, the images become rough. For higher or lower sensitivity, you can select from the following six levels: AUTO, ISO64, ISO100, ISO200, ISO400, ISO800 When ISO is set to [AUTO], the camera automatically changes the...
  • Page 86: Limiting The Shutter Release Speed (Slow Shutter Lmt)

    Limiting the Shutter Release Speed (SLOW SHUTTER LMT) The maximum shutter release speed can be limited to the following: 1/8 second, 1/4 second, 1/2 second When this function is set to [OFF], the maximum shutter release speed is 1 second. Switch the Mode Selector to 5.
  • Page 87: Returning The Shooting Setting Menu Settings To Their Defaults (Restore Defaults)

    Returning the Shooting Setting Menu Settings to their Defaults (RESTORE DEFAULTS) To return the Shooting Setting menu settings to their defaults, follow the steps below. Switch the Mode Selector to 5. Press the M/O button. Press the !" button to select [RESTORE DEFAULTS] and press the $ button.
  • Page 88: Changing Shading For Shooting Text (Density)

    Changing Shading for Shooting Text (DENSITY) You can change the shading of text for shooting in Text Mode of Scene Mode. You can select from DEEP, NORMAL and LIGHT. To change the setting, use either the Shooting Setting menu or the ADJ. button. This section explains easy ways with the ADJ.
  • Page 89: Using The Af Target Shift Function

    Using the AF Target Shift Function At macro shooting, the AF target shift function allows you to lock the focus (P.32) by using the !"#$ buttons on the camera without moving the camera. This is useful for macro shooting on a tripod with locked focus. The AF target shift function allows you to shift the cross at the center of the LCD monitor to the subject with the !"#$ buttons for focusing.
  • Page 90: Tusing The Self-Timer

    tUsing the Self-Timer You can set the Self-timer to shoot after either two or ten seconds. A setting of two seconds is useful for preventing camera shake. Switch the Mode Selector to 5. Press the t (Self-timer) button. The LCD monitor displays the Self-timer symbol.
  • Page 91: Shooting With Multi-Shot

    Shooting with Multi-Shot If you switch to Multi-Shot, you can shoot consecutive images. Multi-shot can be classified into the following types: CONT (Multi-Shot) As long as you hold the shutter button down, pictures continue to be taken. The still images are recorded one file each, just as in normal shooting.
  • Page 92 Note • When shooting with S Multi- or M Multi-Shot, the ISO sensitivity is fixed to AUTO even if it is set to 64,100. • The maximum number of images that can be shot in the Multi-Shot mode depends on the image size setting as follows: •...
  • Page 93: Cont

    CONT Compose your picture, then press and hold the shutter button. As long as you hold the shutter button down, pictures continue to be taken. Release your finger from the shutter release button to stop recording. To playback consecutive images shot in Multi-Shot mode, turn the camera to playback mode (see P.42) and select the still image with the #$ buttons for playback.
  • Page 94: Viewing An S Multi-Shot Or M Multi-Shot Still Image In Enlarged Display Mode

    Viewing an S Multi-Shot or M Multi-Shot Still Image in Enlarged Display Mode While still images (16 frames in a file) taken by SCONT or MCONT are displayed, one of the 16 frames can be displayed in an enlarged view. While viewing an enlarged frame image, you can switch between frames.
  • Page 95: Shooting/Playing Back Movies

    Shooting/Playing Back Movies 3 Shooting Movies You can shoot movies with sound. You can select the image size, either 320 × 240 or 160 × 120 pixels. You can select number of frames shot per second (frame rate), either 30 or 15. Each movie you shoot is recorded as one AVI file.
  • Page 96 Caution • While shooting movies, operation sounds may be recorded. • The maximum recording time per shooting depends on your card. Even if you are within the maximum recording time, recording may end depending on your card. Note • The flash cannot be used. •...
  • Page 97: Setting The Frame Rate

    Setting the Frame Rate The number of shot frames per second (frame rate) in Movie Mode can be selected from 30 and 15. Switch the Mode Selector to 3. Press the M/O button. The shooting setting menu appears. Press the " button to select [FRAME RATE] and press the $ button.
  • Page 98: Playing Back Movies

    Playing Back Movies To playback movies, follow the steps below. Press the 6 (Playback) button. The last shot taken is displayed. For movies, the first frame is displayed as a still image. Move to the movie you want to view using the #$ buttons. Press the $ button to display the next file.
  • Page 99: Recording/Playing Back Sound

    Recording/Playing Back Sound 2 Recording Sound (Voice Memo) You can record sound. Recorded data is stored as a WAV file. Switch the Mode Selector to 2 (Voice Memo Mode). Press the shutter release button. Sound recording starts. Press the shutter release button to stop recording.
  • Page 100: Playing Back Sound

    Playing Back Sound To playback sounds, follow the steps below. Press the 6 (Playback) button. The last shot taken is displayed. Press the #$ buttons to select a sound file for playback (speaker icon). Press the $ button to display the next file.
  • Page 101: Other Functions Available In Playback Mode

    Other Functions Available in Playback Mode Playback Setting Menu The Playback menu provides the functions shown in the table below: Setting Option SLIDE SHOW PROTECT Select/Deselect 1 FILE, Select/Deselect ALL FILES, Select Multi-files P.101 DPOF Select/Deselect 1 FILE, Select/Deselect ALL FILES, Select Multi-files P.104 RESIZE 1280, 640 COPY TO CARD...
  • Page 102: Showing Photos In Order Automatically (Slide Show)

    Showing Photos in Order Automatically (SLIDE SHOW) You can show the recorded still images, movies, and sound files sequentially on the LCD Monitor. This function is called a slide show. To view a slide show, follow the steps below. Press the 6 (Playback) button. The last shot taken is displayed.
  • Page 103: Write-Protecting Your Images (Protect)

    Write-protecting Your Images (PROTECT) You can protect files from being accidentally deleted. Caution Protected files cannot be deleted normally. However, they will be deleted completely if you format the memory where the files are stored. Protecting Files Press the 6 (Playback) button. The last shot taken is displayed.
  • Page 104: Protecting All Files

    Protection is applied and the Protect symbol appears in the upper-left corner of the screen. Protecting All Files To protect all your files, follow the steps below. Press the 6 (Playback) button. Press the M/O button. The Playback menu appears. Press the "...
  • Page 105: Protecting Multiple Files At Once

    Protecting Multiple Files at Once To protect selected files all at once, follow the steps below. Press the 6 (Playback) button. Press the 9 (Thumbnail) button twice. The screen is divided into 12 frames and displays 12 still images at once. Press the !"#$ buttons to select the first file of the selection.
  • Page 106: Using A Printing Service (Dpof)

    The still images recorded on an SD Memory Card can be printed out if you take them to a shop that offers a digital camera print service. To use a print service, it is necessary to make settings required for printing.
  • Page 107: Setting Dpof For All Still Images

    Setting DPOF for All Still Images To apply DPOF settings to all your still images, follow the steps below. Press the 6 (Playback) button. Press the M/O button. The Playback menu appears. Press the " button to select [DPOF] and press the $ button. Press the !"...
  • Page 108: Setting Dpof For Multiple Still Images

    Setting DPOF for Multiple Still Images To make the DPOF setting for selected still images all at once, follow the steps below. Press the 6 (Playback) button. Press the 9 (Thumbnail) button twice. The screen is partitioned into twelve segments to display the thumbnails of files.
  • Page 109: Changing The Image Size (Resize)

    Changing the Image Size (RESIZE) You can reduce the image size of a shot still image to additionally create a file of a different image size. Caution You can resize only still images and still images with voice memos. Movies cannot be resized. Note •...
  • Page 110: Copying The Contents Of Internal Memory To A Memory Card (Copy To Card)

    Copying the Contents of Internal Memory to a Memory Card (COPY TO CARD) You can copy all movies, still images, and sound data stored in internal memory onto an SD Memory Card at once. Turn the Camera Off. Insert an SD Memory Card. Turn the camera on.
  • Page 111: Chapter 3 Changing Camera Settings

    Chapter Changing Camera Settings Changing Camera Settings... 110...
  • Page 112: Changing Camera Settings

    Changing Camera Settings SETUP Menu You can change camera settings by displaying the SETUP menu from the Shooting Setting menu (see P.60) or Playback Setting menu (see P.99). The SETUP menu enables you to set the items listed in the table below.
  • Page 113: Using The Setup Menu

    Using the SETUP Menu To display and use the Setup menu, follow the steps below. Note For some functions, the choice selection method may not be as explained here. For detailed operation, see the explanation of each function. Press the M/O button. The Shooting Setting menu (or the Playback menu) appears.
  • Page 114: Formatting The Sd Memory Card (Format [Card])

    Formatting the SD Memory Card (FORMAT [CARD]) If the error message “This card cannot be used” is displayed, or if you have formatted a card with a computer or some other device, it will be necessary to format the SD Memory Card prior to use. Formatting is the process of preparing a card so image data can be written on it.
  • Page 115: Formatting Internal Memory (Format [Int. Mem.])

    Caution Formatting the internal memory erases all of the images recorded in the memory. If you have images that you do not want to erase stored on the internal memory, please contact the Ricoh Service offices prior to formatting it.
  • Page 116: Adjusting The Brightness Of The Lcd Monitor (Lcd Brightness)

    Adjusting the Brightness of the LCD Monitor (LCD BRIGHTNESS) To adjust the brightness of the LCD Monitor, follow the steps below. Display the setup menu. For detailed operation, see P.111. Press the " button to select [LCD BRIGHTNESS] and press the $ button.
  • Page 117: Assigning A Function To The Adj. Button (Adj. Btn. Set. 1/2)

    Assigning a Function to the ADJ. Button (ADJ. BTN. SET. 1/2) Pressing the ADJ. button allows you to display the screens for setting the exposure and white balance with a small number of button operations. Using the [ADJ. BTN. SET. 1] or [ADJ. BTN. SET. 2] option allows you to add a function that can be activated by pressing the ADJ.
  • Page 118: Changing Auto Power-Off Settings (Auto Power Off)

    Changing Auto Power-Off Settings (AUTO POWER OFF) If you do not operate the camera for the set period of time, it will shut off automatically (Auto Power-off) to conserve battery power. At the time of purchase, Auto Power-Off is set to one minute, but you can change this setting.
  • Page 119: Changing The Beep Sound Setting (Beep Sound)

    Changing the Beep Sound Setting (BEEP SOUND) During operation, the camera generates four types of sounds: start sound, shutter release sound, focus sound, and beep sound. Start sound : Sound when the camera power is turned on. Shutter release sound : Sound when the shutter button is pressed.
  • Page 120: Changing The Beep Sound Volume (Vol. Settings)

    Changing the Beep Sound Volume (VOL. SETTINGS) The beep sound volume can be changed. Possible Settings (Mute) (Small) (Medium) *Setting upon purchase (Large) To change the beep sound volume, follow the steps below: Display the setup menu. For detailed operation, see P.111. Press the "...
  • Page 121: Changing Image Confirmation Time (Lcd Confirm.)

    Changing Image Confirmation Time (LCD CONFIRM.) Immediately after pressing the shutter button, the still image taken is displayed for a moment so you can check it. At purchase, Confirmation Time is set to 0.5 seconds, but this can be changed. Possible Settings OFF (Photo not displayed for confirmation) 0.5 Seconds *Setting upon purchase...
  • Page 122: Changing File Name Settings (Sequential No.)

    Changing File Name Settings (SEQUENTIAL NO.) When you shoot a still image, it is stored on an SD Memory Card or in internal memory, with a consecutively numbered file name automatically assigned. When you are switching SD Memory Cards, you can set your camera to continue consecutive numbering from the previously loaded SD Memory Card.
  • Page 123 • When you are recording to internal memory, file names are assigned just as when [SEQUENTIAL NO.] is set to [OFF]. • When transferring images to a computer using RICOH Gate La (P.143), if a file with the same name already exists in the destination folder of the computer, the file being transferred is renamed and saved to prevent overwriting the existing file.
  • Page 124: Setting The Date And Time (Date Settings)

    Setting the Date and Time (DATE SETTINGS) You can take still images with the time or date stamped onto the picture. The date/time setting on the SETUP menu is explained here. Display the setup menu. For detailed operation, see P.111. Press the "...
  • Page 125: Changing The Display Language (Language/ )

    Changing the Display Language (LANGUAGE/ You can change the language displayed on the LCD Monitor. Possible Settings (Japanese) ENGLISH (English) *Setting upon purchase DEUTSCH (German) FRANÇAIS (French) ITALIANO (Italian) ESPAÑOL (Spanish) (Simplified Chinese) (Traditional Chinese) (Korean) To change the display language, follow the steps below. Display the setup menu.
  • Page 126: Changing The Playback Method For Viewing On Tv (Video Out Mode)

    Changing the Playback Method for Viewing on TV (VIDEO OUT MODE) You can view your still images and movies on a television screen by connecting your camera to a television with the AV cable that came with your camera. Your camera is set to NTSC video format (used in Japan and other countries) for use with television equipment, etc.
  • Page 127: Changing The Setting Of Step Zooming (Step Zoom)

    Changing the Setting of Step Zooming (STEP ZOOM) The focal length with optical zooming can be fixed to any of seven levels (28, 35, 50, 85, 105, 135, and 160 mm as converted equivalent to 35 mm cameras) (Step Zoom). Possible Settings OFF *Setting upon purchase To set whether to use step zooming (ON) or not (OFF), follow the...
  • Page 128: Displaying A Setting Change Warning (Shtg Stgs Warng.)

    Displaying a Setting Change Warning (SHTG STGS WARNG.) You can set the icon of a changed function to blink or a warning message indicating a change will be displayed at power-on for about 5 seconds if the initial settings are changed for the following functions.
  • Page 129: Changing The Usb Communication System (Usb Connection)

    Not willing to install a USB driver or other Caution • At [MASS STR], RICOH Gate La cannot be used for image transfer. • At [MASS STR], files can only be read from the camera and cannot be written into or deleted from the camera.
  • Page 130 Press the M/O or # button. If the # button was pressed in Step 4, press the M/O button. These settings are used until they are changed the next time. Reference For how to transfer images using RICOH Gate La, see P.143.
  • Page 131 To transfer images in Mass Storage Mode, follow the steps below: Change [USB CONNECTION] to [MASS STR] on the Setup menu. Make sure that the camera power is off. Connect the accessory USB cable to a USB port of your computer.
  • Page 132: Disconnecting The Camera From Your Computer

    Disconnecting the Camera from Your Computer (Windows) This display is an example for Windows XP. The terms are different for other OS but the operations are the same. Click the Safely Remove Hardware icon at the right end of the task bar. Select [USB Large-capacity Storage Device] and click [Stop].
  • Page 133: Enlarging Icon Display (Enlge Photo Icon)

    Enlarging Icon Display (ENLGE PHOTO ICON) Icons on the shooting screen are enlarged. Under this setting, the following icons are enlarged: • Flash • Macro Shooting • Self Timer • White Balance • Focus • Exposure Compensation • ISO Sensitivity If icons are enlarged, the following items are not displayed: •...
  • Page 135: Chapter 4 Installing Software (Downloading Images To Your Computer)

    Chapter Installing Software (Downloading Images to Your Computer) Installing the Provided Software (For Windows)...134 Installing the Provided Software (For Macintosh)... 153...
  • Page 136: Installing The Provided Software (For Windows)

    Installing the Provided Software You need to install software for transferring images to your computer before you can download images from the camera. Note • If a file with the same name already exists at the destination, it is overwritten. If you do not want the file to be overwritten, rename the file or transfer images to another folder.
  • Page 137 Use this button to display the list of files contained on the CD- ROM. When [Install Software] is clicked: (P.139) The following software will be installed: Software Windows RICOH Gate La ImageMixer USB Driver WIA Driver XP: Windows XP Description Downloads images.
  • Page 138 Reference The camera is provided with software ImageMixer that allows you to display and edit images from your computer. For how to use ImageMixer, click the [?] button on the ImageMixer window and see the displayed manual. For the latest information about the ImageMixer, access the Web page of Pixela Co., Ltd. (http://www.imagemixer.com).
  • Page 139 When [Browse User’s Manual (Software Version)] is clicked: The Software User Guide (PDF file) on the Caplio Software CD-ROM can be displayed on your computer screen. If you are a Windows user and have Acrobat Reader installed on your computer, simply double-click [View Software User Guide].
  • Page 140: System Requirements For Using The Provided Software

    System Requirements for Using the Provided Software The following environments are necessary for using the provided software. Please check your computer, or the computer’s user manual. Operating Systems Supported Windows 98/98 Second Edition Memory Hard drive space required for installation Display resolution Display colors CD-ROM drive...
  • Page 141: Installing The Software On Your Computer

    Installing the Software on Your Computer Caution • Do not connect your camera to the computer until indicated. If you happened to connect your camera to the computer (resulting in the [Add New Hardware Wizard] screen appearing), simply click [Cancel], and after disconnecting your camera, install the software on your computer.
  • Page 142: Restart Your Computer

    Confirm where you want to install and then click [Next]. The [Select Program Folder] screen appears. Confirm where you want to install and then click [Next]. The ImageMixer installer starts. Install ImageMixer following the messages displayed on the screen. When installation of ImageMixer is completed, a dialog appears to indicate that all software applications have been installed.
  • Page 143: Installing The Desktopbinder Lite

    Installing the DeskTopBinder Lite Reference For how to use DeskTopBinder Lite, refer to the Beginner’s Guide, the Setup Guide, and the DeskTopBinder Lite - Auto Document Link Guide (all PDF files) that are installed with DeskTopBinder Lite. Caution • Do not connect your camera to the computer until indicated. If you happened to connect your camera to the computer (resulting in the [Add New Hardware Wizard] screen appearing), simply click [Cancel], and after disconnecting your camera, install the software on your computer.
  • Page 144 • When capturing images from the camera using the Auto Document link of the DeskTopBinder Lite, deselect the [Automatically save on connection] check box in the [Optional Settings] dialog box displayed by selecting [Optional Settings] on the [RICOH Gate La Settings] menu. (Refer to the Software User Guide.) Before capturing images from the camera, set the date and time using the DATE SETTINGS option of the camera.
  • Page 145: Connecting The Camera To Your Computer

    Connecting the Camera to Your Computer Downloading Images Using RICOH Gate La After installing the software on your computer, connect your camera to the computer. The following explanation is provided assuming that [ORIGINAL] (default) is selected at [USB CONNECTION] of the camera’s Setup menu (P.127).
  • Page 146: For Windows Xp

    For Windows XP The first time you connect your camera to the computer using a USB cable, the [Found New Hardware Wizard] screen will appear. Select [Install the software automatically (Recommended)]. Insert the Caplio Software CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive on your computer.
  • Page 147 [Caplio R3] screen to be displayed each time you transfer images from the camera, thereby allowing you to choose whether to use RICOH Gate La or the Scanner and Camera Wizard for image transfers. If your PC is installed with Windows XP Service Pack2 and a warning message is displayed, see P.165.
  • Page 148 Transferring Images in Mass Storage Mode Caution Windows 98/98 SE and Mac OS 8.6 are not compatible with Mass Storage Mode. Change [USB CONNECTION] to [MASS STR] on the Setup menu. For more details, see P.127. At the time of purchase, [ORIGINAL] is selected.
  • Page 149 Disconnecting the Camera from Your Computer (Windows) The display is an example of Windows XP. The terms are different for other operating systems but the operations are the same. Click the Remove Hardware Safely icon at the right end of the task bar.
  • Page 150: Downloading Images From An Sd Memory Card

    Downloading Images from an SD Memory Card It is possible to download images from an SD memory card to the computer via a PC card slot or card reader. To load an SD memory Card into a PC card slot or card reader, use the PC card adapter.
  • Page 151: Installing Acrobat Reader

    Installing Acrobat Reader Acrobat Reader is required to display the operation manual (PDF file). If the computer is running under Windows, Acrobat Reader can be installed. Acrobat Reader need not be installed if already installed on your computer. Caution • Do not install the software when the camera is connected to your computer with a USB cable.
  • Page 152: Installing Directx

    Installing DirectX DirectX is a program to play a movie file by the ImageMixer. This camera requires DirectX 8.1 or later to play movie files in Windows. If you have an earlier version installed, please install the updated version available on the accompanying CD-ROM. For Windows XP, installation of DirectX is not needed because the updated version is already installed.
  • Page 153: Uninstalling The Software

    Uninstalling the Software Caution • For Windows 2000/XP, Administrator privileges are required to uninstall the software. • If any other program is active or unsaved data remains, save the data and terminate the program before uninstalling. • If you install both the ImageMixer and the DeskTopBinder Lite and then uninstall either one, camera connection to the computer may fail.
  • Page 154: Uninstalling The Imagemixer

    Uninstalling the ImageMixer Caution • For Windows 2000/XP, Administrator privileges are required to uninstall the software. • If any other program is active or unsaved data remains, save the data and terminate the program before uninstalling. Click [Start] on the Windows task bar. Select [Settings]-[Control Panel] ([Control Panel] for XP]).
  • Page 155: Installing The Provided Software (For Macintosh)

    Be sure to install the software before you connect the camera to your computer with the cable. Software that can be installed from the Caplio Software CD-ROM Software RICOH Gate La USB Driver Mounter 9: Mac OS 8.6 to Mac OS 9.2.2 Description Downloads images.
  • Page 156 For Mac OS 8.6 to 9.2.2, double-clicking the [Caplio Installer] icon displays the screen on the right. Item Name Installing the Software Browse User’s Manual (Software Version) When [Install the Software] is clicked: The software will be installed. When [Browse User’s Manual (Software Version)] is clicked: The Software User Guide (PDF file) on the Caplio Software CD- ROM can be displayed on your computer screen.
  • Page 157: System Requirements For Using The Provided Software

    System Requirements for Using the Provided Software The following environments are necessary for using the provided software. Please check your computer, or the computer’s user manual. Operating System Mac OS 8.6 to 9.2.2/Mac OS X 10.1.2 to 10.4 Macintosh A USB port standard-equipped Apple Macintosh Series Internal Memory Mac OS 8.6 to 9.2.2 Mac OS X 10.1.2 to 10.4...
  • Page 158: Installing The Software On Your Computer (Mac Os 8.6 To 9.2.2)

    Note To remove (uninstall) the software: To remove (uninstall) the software from your Macintosh, drag the following files to the Trash. File Name RICOH Gate La RICOH Gate La Prefs Caplio Mounter Caplio Mounter Prefs Caplio USB Driver Caplio Lib...
  • Page 159: Installing The Software On Your Computer (Mac Os X 10.1.2 To 10.4)

    Installing the Software on Your Computer (Mac OS X 10.1.2 to 10.4) Turn on your Macintosh and insert the Caplio CD-ROM in the CD-ROM drive. Open the Mac OS X folder. The [Caplio Mounter.pkg] icon appears. Double-click [Caplio Mounter.pkg]. The Installer starts. A screen appears prompting you to enter the administrator’s password.
  • Page 160 Click the destination volume you want, and then click [Continue]. Click [Install]. When installation finishes, a message appears to inform you that it is necessary to restart your Macintosh. Click [Continue Installation]. The software is installed, and after a while an Installation Complete message appears.
  • Page 161: Chapter 5 Troubleshooting

    Chapter Troubleshooting Troubleshooting ... 160 Appendices ... 167 Caution Never use any battery other than the specified one. Reference For the applicable battery, see P.16.
  • Page 162: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Troubleshooting the Camera Power Supply Symptom Cause The power does not come Battery is not loaded or is exhausted. Load the rechargeable battery correctly. The battery is unacceptable. The AC Adapter is not connected correctly. The camera is automatically turned off by Auto Power-off.
  • Page 163 Symptom Cause Battery runs out quickly. It is being used in extreme high or low temperatures. Many shots are being taken in dark places inside, requiring flash. Shooting Symptom Cause The camera does not Battery is not loaded or is exhausted. Recharge the rechargeable battery or shoot even if you press the shutter release button.
  • Page 164 Symptom Cause A picture is blurred. You moved the camera when pressing the shutter release button. When shooting in a dark place (ex. indoor), the shutter speed slows down and pictures become easily blurred. The flash does not fire. Or Flashing is prohibited in the following the flash cannot recharge.
  • Page 165: About The Software

    Symptom Cause The date, or recording The screen display function is set to information does not appear. No Display. The brightness of the LCD You are using it in a dark place or Monitor changes during when Auto Focus range and surrounding brightness are different.
  • Page 166: Other Problems

    Other Problems Symptom Cause Cannot load the Memory The card is facing the wrong way. Card. Even when the camera’s Battery is running low. buttons are pressed, it does not operate. Camera malfunction. The date is wrong. The correct date/time are not set. The date set has The battery was removed.
  • Page 167: Warning Messages Under Windows Xp Service Pack 2

    Warning Messages Under Windows XP Service Pack 2 When software for Ricoh’s digital camera is used on a PC with Windows XP Service Pack 2 installed, the following warning message may appear at software activation or USB connection. With this in mind, refer to the following:...
  • Page 168 If you clicked the [Keep Blocking] button: Follow the steps below to check to see the Windows Firewall settings. Click [Start] and then [Control Panel]. Double-click [Windows Firewall]. If [Windows Firewall] is not displayed, click [Switch to Classic Display] at the upper left of the window.
  • Page 169: Appendices

    Appendices A. Specifications General Video Signal Format NTSC, PAL Power Source Voltage Rechargeable Battery (3.7 V) × 1 External Part (AC Adapter); 3.8 V External Dimensions 95.0 mm (W) × 53.0 mm (H) × 26.0 mm (D) (excluding projecting parts) Weight Camera: Approximately 135 g (Excluding the battery, SD memory card, and strap) Accessories: Approximately 45 g (Battery, SD memory card, and strap)
  • Page 170 • ISO Sensitivity Distance Control • AF Method • AF Measurement Range Normal: approx. 0.3 m - infinity. Macro: approx. 0.01 m - infinity Internal Flash • Method • Shooting Distance • Operating Modes • Date Maintain Time Image Data Record/Playback Part Pixels •...
  • Page 171: Optional Accessories

    B. Optional Accessories The Caplio R30 can be used with the items (sold separately) listed below. Item Model AC Adapter AC-4c Rechargeable Battery DB-60 Battery Charger BJ-6 Soft Case SC-60 Using the AC Adapter (sold separately) When shooting or viewing still images for a long time, or when connecting to your computer, using the AC Adapter (sold separately) is recommended.
  • Page 172: Combination Of Scene Mode And Function

    Removing the AC Adapter Make sure the camera is turned off before removing the AC Adapter. Unplug the power plug from the outlet. Remove the battery. Close the battery/card cover and slide it back into place. C. Combination of Scene Mode and Function Depending on the Scene Mode, the way functions work may differ from when in normal shooting mode.
  • Page 173: Menu Items By Mode

    D. Menu Items By Mode Movie Mode Setting Option MOVIE SIZE [320], 160 FRAME RATE 15 FPS, [30 FPS] FOCUS [MULTI AF], SPOT AF, MF, SNAP, A WHITE BALANCE [AUTO], (Tungsten light 2), Scene Mode Setting PIC QUALITY/SIZE SIZE DENSITY FOCUS PHOTOMETRY SHARPNESS...
  • Page 174: Functions Whose Defaults Will Be Restored Upon Power-Off

    E. Functions Whose Defaults will be Restored upon Power-off Power-off may reset some function settings to their defaults. The table below indicates whether or not the function will be reset to its defaults upon power- off. Mode Function Setup DATE SETTINGS AUTO POWER OFF BEEP SOUND SEQUENTIAL NO.
  • Page 175: Number Of Images That Can Be Stored In Internal Memory/Sd Memory Card

    Mode Function FLASH MACRO SHOOTING DENSITY (Text Mode) SLOW SHUTTER LMT MOVIE SIZE (Movie Mode) O Frame Rate SIZE (Text Mode) Maximum brightness Playback VOLUME F. Number of Images That Can be Stored in Internal Memory/SD Memory Card The following table shows the approximate number of images that can be recorded in the internal memory and onto an SD memory card at various image size and picture quality settings.
  • Page 176: Using Your Camera Abroad

    Picture Mode Image Size Quality Movie 15FPS 320 × 240 30FPS 320 × 240 15FPS 160 × 120 30FPS 160 × 120 Sound (Voice Memo) Note • The number of remaining shots displayed on the LCD monitor may differ from the actual number of shots, depending on the subject.
  • Page 177: Cautions On Use

    H. Cautions on Use • This product was manufactured for use in the country in which it was purchased. The warranty is only valid in the country in which the camera was purchased. • 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 therefore.
  • Page 178: Care And Storage

    • After use at the beach or around chemicals, wipe it off particularly carefully. • In the unlikely event that your camera fails to work properly, please consult your Ricoh Repair Center. There are high voltage circuits in this camera. As this is dangerous, do not dismantle this camera under any circumstances.
  • Page 179: Error Messages

    J. Error Messages If an error message is displayed on the LCD Monitor, take the corresponding action. Error Message INSERT CARD SET THE DATE ON THE SETUP MENU FILE NUMBER OVER UNMATCHED FILE INSUFFICIENT MEMORY. CONTINUE? PROTECTED THE CARD IS WRITE- PROTECTED.
  • Page 180: Warranty And Servicing

    In the event of a camera malfunction, contact the dealer from which you purchased the camera or your nearest Ricoh service office. Please note that you will be not be reimbursed for the cost of bringing the camera to the Ricoh service office.
  • Page 181: Information To The User

    (1) This device may cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. RICOH CORPORATION 5 Dedrick Place, West Caldwell NJ, 07006 Tel.: 1-800-225-1899 Note to Users in Canada Note: This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003...
  • Page 182: Index

    Picture Quality Mode ... 62 PROTECT ... 101 Rechargeable Battery ... 10, 11 RESIZE ... 107 RESTORE DEFAULTS ... 85 RICOH Gate La ... 135, 153 Scene ... 37 SD Memory Card ... 18 Self-timer ... 88 SEQUENTIAL NO..120 Sharpness ...
  • Page 183 Telephone Support Numbers in Europe (from within the UK) (from outside of the UK) Deutschland (innerhalb Deutschlands) (außerhalb Deutschlands) +49 6331 268 438 France (à partir de la France) (en dehors de la France) +33 6331 268 409 Italia (dall’Italia) (dall’estero) España (desde España)
  • Page 184: If A Problem Arises

    Ricoh is also trying to solve the great subjects of “Saving energy by reducing power consumption” and “Reducing environment-affecting chemical substances contained in products.” If a problem arises First of all, see “Troubleshooting” (P.159) in this manual. If the issues still persist, please contact a Ricoh office. Ricoh Offices Ricoh Company, Ltd.

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