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Ricoh Caplio GX100 User Manual

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The serial number of this product is given on the bottom face of the camera.

Basic Operations

If you are using the camera for the
first time, read this section.
This section provides a basic overview of
how to turn on the camera, take pictures
and play back pictures.
Note
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. (GP.164)
This manual is for Caplio GX100 and
Caplio GX100 VF KIT. Caplio GX100
VF KIT is supplied with an LCD
viewfinder (VF-1).

Advanced Operations

Read this section when you want
to learn more about the different
camera functions.
This section provides more detailed
information about the functions used to
take pictures and play back pictures, as
well as information on how to customize
the camera settings, print pictures, and
use the camera with a computer.

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  • Page 1: Basic Operations

    Be sure to connect the camera to your computer after installing the provided software. (GP.164) This manual is for Caplio GX100 and Caplio GX100 VF KIT. Caplio GX100 VF KIT is supplied with an LCD viewfinder (VF-1).
  • Page 2 Warranty Radio Interference This publication may not be reproduced in whole or in part without the express written permission of Ricoh. © 2007 RICOH CO., LTD. All rights reserved. The contents of this document may be changed in the future, without prior notice.

  • Page 3: Using These Manuals

    Using These Manuals The following two manuals are included with your Caplio GX100/ Caplio GX100 VF KIT. “Camera User Guide” (This booklet) This guide explains the usage and functions of the camera. It also explains how to install the provided software on your computer.

  • Page 4: Key Features

    Key Features Wide-angle zoom lens can capture wide- angle pictures This camera has a compact body only 25 mm thick, featuring a 24-mm* (Wide-angle) to 72-mm* (Telephoto) 3× optical zoom lens that covers a wide range of shooting. The wide-angle lens is great for capturing buildings, landscape scenes, group photos, and more.
  • Page 5 Aperture priority mode, manual exposure mode, and program shift mode for fine-tuned adjustments You can manually set the aperture value and shutter speed. This small, compact, and lightweight camera has advanced modes that rival those of digital SLR cameras. Power your camera in one of three ways (P.25) You can power the camera in one of three ways for convenient shooting anytime, anywhere.
  • Page 6 Easily customize your favorite shooting settings with my settings mode (P.76) You can customize two groups of settings, and then turn the mode dial to MY1 or MY2 to shoot with those registered settings. Skew correction mode helps straighten skewed images (P.46) In skew correction mode, a rectangular object shot at an angle can be straightened to look as if it were shot squarely.

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Using These Manuals... 1 Key Features ... 2 Contents ... 5 Basic Operations If you are using the camera for the first time, read this section. Packing List ... 12 Optional Accessories ...14 Camera System and Accessories ... 16 Names of Parts... 17 How to Use the Mode Dial...
  • Page 8 Changing the Display with the DISP. Button ... 59 Maximizing the LCD Monitor Brightness ...61 Histogram...61 Advanced Operations Read this section when you want to learn more about the different camera functions. 1 Various Shooting Functions Using the ADJ. Lever ... 64 ADJ.
  • Page 9 Inserting the Date into a Still Image (DATE IMPRINT)... 99 Changing the Exposure (EXPOSURE COMP.)... 100 Using Natural and Artificial Lighting (WHITE BALANCE)... 101 Setting the White Balance Manually (MANUAL SETTINGS)...103 Changing the Sensitivity (ISO SETTING)... 104 Using the Camera Shake Correction Function to Prevent Camera Shake (CAMERA SHAKE COR)...
  • Page 10 5 Changing Camera Settings SETUP Menu ... 134 Using the SETUP Menu...135 Preparing the SD Memory Card (FORMAT [CARD]) ... 137 Formatting the Internal Memory (FORMAT [INT. MEM.])... 138 Adjusting the Brightness of the LCD Monitor (LCD BRIGHTNESS)... 139 Registering Custom Settings (REG. MY SETTINGS) ... 140 Changing the Step Zooming Setting (STEP ZOOM) ...
  • Page 11 6 Downloading Images to Your Computer For Windows ... 164 Using the Caplio Software CD-ROM...165 System Requirements for Using Caplio Software CD-ROM ...169 Installing the Software Required for Handling the Camera and Images ...170 Installing the DeskTopBinder Lite ...173 Installing Other Software on Your Computer ...175 Uninstalling the Software ...176 Downloading Images to Your Computer ...178 Downloading Images Without Using the Caplio Software...179...

  • Page 13: Basic Operations

    Basic Operations If you are using the camera for the first time, read this section. Packing List... 12 Camera System and Accessories ... 16 Names of Parts... 17 How to Use the Mode Dial ... 19 How to Use the Up-down Dial and ADJ.

  • Page 14: Packing List

    Open the package and make sure all the items are included. Caplio GX100 The serial number of the camera is provided on the bottom face of the camera. Hot Shoe Cover Included with the camera. USB Cable Used to connect the camera to a computer or direct print- compatible printer.
  • Page 15 Attaching the lens cap strap to the camera About Caplio GX100 VF KIT------------------------------------------------------------------- • Caplio GX100 VF KIT also comes with the following accessories. • LCD Viewfinder (VF-1) • Case • VF-1 user guide •...

  • Page 16: Optional Accessories

    Cable Switch (CA-1) Neck Strap (GS-1) ST-1 cannot be used. LCD Viewfinder (VF-1) Caplio GX100 VF KIT is supplied with an LCD viewfinder (VF-1). For details on using the LCD viewfinder, see the documentation that came with the LCD viewfinder.
  • Page 17 Note --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- • For information on optional accessories, see P.198. • For the latest information on optional accessories, see the Ricoh website (http:// www.ricohpmmc.com). Removing/attaching the ring cap ----------------------------------------------------------- Remove the ring cap when using the wide conversion lens or hood & adapter.

  • Page 18: Camera System And Accessories

    19-mm Wide Conversion Lens (DW-6) Optional accessories Caplio GX100 VF KIT is supplied with an LCD viewfinder (VF-1). For details on using the LCD viewfinder, see the documentation that came with the LCD viewfinder. External Flash Attach to the hot shoe.

  • Page 19: Names Of Parts

    Names of Parts Camera Front View Up-down Dial Mode Dial Shutter Release Button POWER Button Flash Cover Hot Shoe F (Flash) OPEN Switch Fn (Function) Button Strap Eyelet Microphone AF Window Ring Cap Removal Button Lens AF auxiliary light Ring Cap Flash Item Name Refer to...

  • Page 20: Rear View

    Rear View LCD Monitor Auto Focus/Flash Lamp AV Output Terminal USB Terminal VF/LCD Button ADJ. Lever z (Telephoto)/8 (Enlarged View) Button Z (Wide-angle)/9 (Thumbnail Display) Button !/MODE Button $/F (Flash) Button MENU/OK Button O (DISP.) Button "/N (Macro) Button #/Q (Quick Review) Button 6 (Playback) Button D (Delete)/t (Self-timer) Button Terminal Cover...

  • Page 21: How To Use The Mode Dial

    How to Use the Mode Dial Set the mode dial to the desired mode before shooting still images or movies. Turn the mode dial to the symbol of the function you want to use. Mode Dial Symbols and Descriptions Symbol Function Auto Shooting Mode Program Shift Mode...

  • Page 22: How To Use The Up-Down Dial And Adj. Lever

    How to Use the Up-down Dial You can use the up-down dial and ADJ. lever to easily perform various operations that are usually done using the !"#$ buttons. You can rotate the Up-down dial as shown here. You can press the ADJ. lever to the left and right and press the center.
  • Page 23 Mode/Display Same as #$ buttons Playback Mode (Normal playback screen) Same as #$ buttons Playback Mode (Three-frame view) Same as !" buttons Playback Mode (Grid view) Playback Mode Allows you to change the (Enlarged view) display magnification. Description Up-down Dial ADJ.

  • Page 24: Lcd Monitor Display

    LCD Monitor Display Example of LCD Monitor Display when Shooting Pictures 11 12 13 14 Still Image Mode Item Name Flash Macro Shooting Self-timer Scene Modes Mode Types Recording Destination Remaining Number of Still Images Picture Quality Image Size Zoom Bar White Balance AE Metering Auto Bracket...
  • Page 25 Note --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- • The number of remaining shots available may differ from the actual number of shots, depending on the subject. • Movie recording time and the maximum number of still pictures may vary depending on the capacity of the recording destination (internal memory or SD memory card), shooting conditions, and the type and manufacturer of the SD memory card.

  • Page 26: Battery Level Indication

    Battery Level Indication A battery mark appears at the lower right of the LCD monitor to indicate the battery level. Recharge the battery before it is depleted. Battery Mark The battery is sufficiently charged. Green The battery level begins to drop. Recharging the battery or exchanging with new batteries is recommended.

  • Page 27: Getting Ready

    • AAA Oxyride Batteries (available in stores) These are not rechargeable batteries, but they can be used longer in a digital camera than AAA alkaline batteries. • AAA Nickel-Hydrogen Batteries (available in stores) These batteries are economical because you can recharge and reuse them over and over again.
  • Page 28 Number of shots you can take --------------------------------------------------------------- • Approximate number of shots you can take on a single battery charge Rechargeable Battery (DB-60) AAA Alkaline Batteries (available in stores) *1 Approximately 290 shots can be taken when using the LCD viewfinder. *2 Approximately 25 shots can be taken when using the LCD viewfinder.

  • Page 29: Sd Memory Card (Available In Stores)

    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. To record a lot of still images or movies at high resolutions, use a high-capacity SD memory card.
  • Page 30 Note --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- • For information on switching between the SD memory card and internal memory during playback, see P.52. • Movie recording time and the maximum number of still pictures varies depending on the capacity of the SD memory card. (GP.197) •...

  • Page 31: Charging The Rechargeable Battery

    Charging the Rechargeable Battery The rechargeable battery needs to be charged before use. The battery is not charged at the time of purchase. Insert the battery into the battery charger, making sure that the match those on the battery charger. •...

  • Page 32: Loading The Battery And Sd Memory Card

    Loading the Battery and SD Memory Card The rechargeable battery (DB-60) can be used to power this camera. This battery is convenient because the battery power lasts long and it can be used over and over again by recharging. If you have already used this camera, make sure it is turned off before loading the battery and card.
  • Page 33 Loading AAA Alkaline Batteries (Available in Stores) Insert the batteries in the direction shown. Close the battery/card cover by sliding the release lever while pressing close the battery/card cover with your finger. Removing the SD Memory Card Slide the release lever toward OPEN to open the battery/card cover.

  • Page 34: Turning The Power On/Off

    Turning the Power On/Off To turn the power on: Press the tabs on both sides of the lens cap, and remove the lens cap. Press the POWER button. • After the start sound, the auto focus/flash lamp blinks for several seconds.

  • Page 35: To Turn The Camera Off

    To turn the camera off: Press the POWER button. Press the tabs on both sides of the lens cap, and attach the lens cap to the camera lens. Caution----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- • Remove the lens cap before turning on the camera. If you turn on the camera before removing the lens cap, a message is displayed.

  • Page 36: 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 37: Setting The Date And Time

    Setting the Date and Time When the power is turned on for the first time, 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 #$. In [FORMAT], choose the date and time format.

  • Page 38: Basic Shooting

    Basic Shooting Now you are ready. Holding the Camera Hold the camera as shown below for best results. Hold the camera with both hands and lightly press both elbows against your body. Put your finger on the shutter release button. Caution----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- When you are shooting, be careful not to obstruct the lens or flash with your fingers, hair, or the strap.
  • Page 39 Preventing camera shake---------------------------------------------------------------------- If you move the camera when pressing the shutter release button, the still image might not come out clearly due to camera shake. Camera shake tends to occur in the following cases: • When shooting in a dark place without using the flash •...

  • Page 40: Shooting

    Shooting The shutter release button works in two steps. You can press the shutter release button halfway down (half-press) and press it all the way down (full-press). Quickly Shooting Pictures (Full-press) Full-press the shutter release button for quick focusing, so as not to miss a shooting opportunity.

  • Page 41: Focus Lock

    Checking the Focus and Shooting (Half-press/ Focus Lock) When you press the shutter release button halfway (Half-press), the auto-focus function is triggered to determine the focal distance. Next, press it all the way down (Full-press) to shoot. When your subject is not in the center of your composition, compose your photo after focusing.
  • Page 42 To take a picture with the subject in the foreground in focus against a background, half-press the shutter release button to focus on the subject, and then compose your shot. Subject to be focused on Shooting range Gently press the shutter release button all the way.
  • Page 43 Note --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- • Press the shutter release button gently to prevent camera shake. • The J symbol indicates that camera shake may occur. Hold the camera still and focus the camera again. You can also turn on the camera shake correction function to minimize blurring.

  • Page 44: Using The Zoom Function

    Using the Zoom Function Pressing the z (Telephoto) button allows you to take a close-up picture of the subject. Pressing the Z (Wide-angle) button allows you to take a wide- angle picture. With the camera ready to shoot, press the z (Telephoto) or Z (Wide- angle) button.

  • Page 45: Shooting Close-Ups (Macro Shooting)

    Shooting Close-Ups (Macro Shooting) Using the N (Macro) button allows you to take a tight close-up of the subject. (Macro shooting) This is good for shooting small subjects because you can shoot up to approximately 1cm (0.4in.) away from the front edge of the lens. With the camera ready to shoot, press the N (Macro) button.

  • Page 46: Using The Flash

    Using the Flash To use the flash, slide the F (Flash) OPEN switch to the outside to raise the flash cover and open the flash. The flash does not fire if it is not open. With the flash open, press the F (Flash) button to change the flash mode.
  • Page 47 Press the F (Flash) button to change the flash mode. • The flash mode mark is displayed momentarily at the center of the LCD monitor and then a smaller mark is displayed at the upper left of the screen. • The auto focus/flash lamp blinks while the flash charges.

  • Page 48: Shooting With Optimal Settings According To Shooting Conditions

    Shooting with Optimal Settings According to Shooting Conditions You can use scene mode to select from among eight still image modes and shoot with settings automatically optimized for shooting conditions. Scene Modes Use when taking portrait pictures. PORTRAIT Use when taking pictures of moving objects. SPORTS Use when taking scenery pictures with abundant greenery or blue sky.
  • Page 49 Use when taking a further close-up picture during macro shooting. Using the digital zoom allows you to take a larger close-up than with normal macro shooting. For detailed operations, see P.49. ZOOM MACRO The optical zoom cannot be used in this mode. Use when taking pictures in dimly lit places.
  • Page 50 Returning to Normal Shooting Mode Turn the mode dial to 5. Using the Skew Correction Mode Turn the mode dial to SCENE. • The camera is ready to shoot and the selected scene mode is displayed at the top of the LCD monitor. Press the MODE button.

  • Page 51: Release Button

    Note --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- • You can also correct the skew of a previously shot still image. (GP.124) • For images shot in RAW mode (GP.80), the skew is corrected in the JPEG file recorded at the same time as the raw data. No skew is corrected in the DNG file. Shooting in Zoom Macro Mode Turn the mode dial to SCENE.

  • Page 52: Using The Self-Timer

    t Using 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. Turn the mode dial to 5. Press the t (Self-timer) button. • The Self-timer symbol appears on the screen.

  • Page 53: Playing Back Images

    Playing Back Images Reviewing 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 delete it then and there. In shooting mode, press the Q (Quick Review) button.

  • Page 54: Viewing Your Images

    Viewing Your Images In playback mode, you can check still images you have taken. You can also delete or zoom in on the images. Press the 6 (Playback) button. • The camera switches to playback mode and the last still image you took is displayed.

  • Page 55: Three-Frame View/Grid View (Thumbnail Display)

    Three-frame View/Grid View (Thumbnail Display) When playing back images on the LCD monitor, the playback screen can be divided into three frames (three-frame view) or 12 frames (grid view). The three-frame view and grid view allow you to select a still image to enlarge or delete. The playback screen changes as follows: 2007 04 01 Press the 6 (Playback)
  • Page 56 Press the 9 (Thumbnail Display) button again during three-frame view. • The screen is divided into 12 frames. Switching to Single-Picture Display In three-frame view Press the #$ buttons to select a still image. Press the 8 (Enlarged View) button or the MENU/ OK button.

  • Page 57: Magnifying Images

    Magnifying Images You can enlarge a still image displayed on the LCD monitor. Image Size 3648 × 2736, 3648 × 2432, 2736 × 2736, 3264 × 2448, 2592 × 1944, 2048 × 1536 1280 × 960 640 × 480 Press the 6 (Playback) button. •...

  • Page 58: Deleting Files

    Deleting Files You can delete unwanted or failed files from the SD memory card or internal memory. Deleting a File Press the 6 (Playback) button. Press the #$ buttons to display the file you want to delete. Press the D (Delete) button. Press the !"...

  • Page 59: Deleting All Files

    Deleting All Files Press the 6 (Playback) button. Press the D (Delete) button. Press the !" buttons to select [DELETE ALL]. Press the MENU/OK button. • You are prompted to confirm that you want to delete all images. If so, press the $ button to select [YES], and then press the MENU/ OK button.
  • Page 60 Press the !"#$ buttons to select the file you want to delete and press the D (Delete) button. • The trash symbol is displayed in the upper left corner of the file. Repeat Step 3 to select all the files you want to delete.

  • Page 61: Changing The Display With The Disp. Button

    Changing the Display with the DISP. Button Pressing the DISP. button allows you to change the screen display mode and toggle the information displayed on the LCD monitor. Shooting Mode Each time you press the DISP. button, the display changes in the following order: Histogram, Grid Guide, No Display, and Normal Symbol Display.
  • Page 62 During Quick Review Pressing the DISP. button switches to the white saturation highlights display. On the white saturation highlights display, the white saturation areas of the image flash in black. Pressing the DISP. button again returns to the quick review screen. Quick Review Press the DISP.

  • Page 63: Maximizing The Lcd Monitor Brightness

    Maximizing the LCD Monitor Brightness Hold the DISP. button down to maximize the display brightness. When the brightness is at the maximum setting, holding the DISP. button down returns the brightness to the level set in [LCD BRIGHTNESS]. (GP.139) Histogram When Histogram is on, a histogram appears in the lower right corner on the LCD monitor.
  • Page 64 Note --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- • The histogram displayed on the LCD monitor is for reference only. • Depending on the shooting conditions (use of the flash, dark surrounding light, etc.), the exposure level indicated in the histogram may not correspond to the brightness of the shot image.

  • Page 65: Advanced Operations

    Advanced Operations Read this section when you want to learn more about the different camera functions. 1 Various Shooting Functions ... 64 2 Shooting/Playing Back Movies ... 109 3 Other Playback Functions... 113 Direct Printing ... 128 Changing Camera Settings... 134 Downloading Images to Your Computer ...

  • Page 66: Various Shooting Functions Using The Adj. Lever

    1 Various Shooting Functions Using the ADJ. Lever ADJ. Mode You can press the ADJ. lever to easily select ADJ. mode and make various shooting settings. In ADJ. mode, you can register four functions. Use the SETUP menu to assign functions to the ADJ. lever.

  • Page 67: Changing The Text Density (Scene Mode)

    Changing the Text Density (Scene Mode) You can change the shading of text for shooting with [TEXT MODE] (GP.46) in scene mode. You can select from [DEEP], [NORMAL] and [LIGHT]. To change the setting, use the shooting setting menu or the ADJ. lever. This section explains easy ways to change the shading setting with the ADJ.

  • Page 68: Shifting The Af Target (Macro)

    Shifting the AF Target (Macro) During macro shooting, pressing the ADJ. lever allows you to shift the AF target by using the !"#$ buttons on the camera without moving the camera. You can lock the focus (GP.39) at the position where the AF target is shifted and shoot the picture. This function is useful for shooting on a tripod.

  • Page 69: Using The Function Button

    Using the Function Button You can assign one of the following functions to the Fn (Function) button. Use the SETUP menu to assign a function to the Fn (Function) button. (GP.150) • Switching between auto focus and manual focus (AF/MF) •...

  • Page 70: Settings By Mode

    Settings by Mode The settings that can be made with the Fn (Function) button differ among scene mode, movie mode and still image mode. The following settings can be made with the Fn (Function) button. AF/MF AE LOCK EXPO. CMP WHT.

  • Page 71: Switching Between Auto Focus And Manual Focus (Af/Mf)

    Switching Between Auto Focus and Manual Focus (AF/MF) Assigning the Fn (Function) button (GP.150) to [AF/MF] and then pressing the Fn (Function) button during shooting allows you to switch between auto focus (AF) and manual focus (MF). Pressing the Fn (Function) button switches between auto focus and manual focus depending on the [FOCUS] setting on the shooting setting menu, as shown below.

  • Page 72: Locking The Exposure (Ae Lock)

    Note ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- • For information on how to use manual focus, see P.84. • You can also use the shooting setting menu to make the [FOCUS] setting. (GP.83) • Use the SETUP menu to assign functions to the Fn (Function) button. (GP.150) •...

  • Page 73: Shooting With A Set Aperture Value (A: Aperture Priority Mode)

    Shooting with a Set Aperture Value (A: Aperture Priority Mode) Setting the mode dial to A (aperture priority mode) allows you to manually set the aperture value. Once the aperture value is set, the camera automatically sets the optimal shutter speed. The selectable aperture depends on the zoom position.

  • Page 74: Shooting With A Set Aperture Value And Shutter Speed (M: Manual Exposure Mode)

    Shooting with a Set Aperture Value and Shutter Speed (M: Manual Exposure Mode) Setting the mode dial to M (manual exposure mode) allows you to manually set the aperture value and shutter speed. For information on the available aperture values, see P.71. You can select from the following shutter speeds.
  • Page 75 • When the exposure value is between -2EV and +2EV, the brightness of the LCD monitor changes according to the exposure value. • When the exposure value exceeds the range of -2EV to +2EV, the indicator lights orange and the brightness of the LCD monitor does not change.

  • Page 76: Shooting With An Combined Aperture Value And Shutter Speed (P: Program Shift Mode)

    Shooting with an Combined Aperture Value and Shutter Speed (P: Program Shift Mode) Setting the mode dial to P (program shift mode) allows you to shoot with a set combination of the aperture value and shutter speed. Use the up-down dial to set the program shift mode. Turn the mode dial to P.
  • Page 77 Half-press or full-press the shutter release button to shoot a picture. Note ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- • The following is the program diagram. • In this example, the flash mode is set to [FLASH OFF], and the ISO setting is set to [ISO 100]. •...

  • Page 78: Shooting With Custom Settings (My1, My2: My Settings Mode)

    Shooting with Custom Settings (MY1, MY2: My Settings Mode) Setting the mode dial to MY1 or MY2 allows you to shoot with preset settings. Use [REG. MY SETTINGS] on the SETUP menu to make the MY1 and MY2 settings. (GP.140) Turn the mode dial to MY1 or MY2.

  • Page 79: Shooting Setting Menu

    Shooting Setting Menu Press the MENU/OK button in shooting mode to display the shooting setting menu. The shooting setting menu can be used to set the following shooting settings. When Mode Dial is Set to 5/P/A/M/SCENE/MY1/MY2 • When the mode dial is set to SCENE, the settings that can be selected are restricted.
  • Page 80 When Mode Dial is Set to 3 Setting Options [Default Settings] MOVIE SIZE 640, [320] FRAME RATE [30FPS], 15FPS FOCUS [MULTI AF], SPOT AF, MF, SNAP, A WHITE BALANCE [AUTO], (INCANDESCENT LAMP), Note ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The SETUP menu can be accessed from within the shooting setting menu. (GP.134) (OUTDOORS), (CLOUDY), (FLUORESCENT LAMP),...

  • Page 81: Using The Menu

    Using the Menu This explains how to make the settings. Use the !"#$ buttons and MENU/OK button to select and set an item. Press the MENU/OK button in shooting mode. • The shooting setting menu is displayed. The menu items are provided on three screens.

  • Page 82: Choosing Picture Quality Mode/Image Size (Pic Quality/Size)

    Choosing Picture Quality Mode/ Image Size (PIC QUALITY/SIZE) The file size of a shot still image depends on the picture quality mode and image size settings. For movies, choose the movie size. Figures inside the bold frame indicate those shown on the screen. Still Images Image Size Picture...
  • Page 83 Note ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- • The number of images that can be stored in the internal memory or SD memory card depends on the [PIC QUALITY/SIZE] setting. (GP.197) • There are three picture quality modes: Normal mode (N), Fine mode (F), and RAW mode.
  • Page 84 With the camera ready to shoot, press the MENU/OK button. • The shooting setting menu is displayed. Press the " button to select [PIC QUALITY/SIZE] and press the $ button. Press the !" buttons to select the desired setting. Press the MENU/OK button, or press the # button and then the MENU/OK button.

  • Page 85: Changing The Focusing Mode (Focus)

    Changing the Focusing Mode (FOCUS) When you shoot the subject in the default focusing mode, the camera focuses automatically with Auto Focus (AF). Select from the following five focusing modes. Focusing Modes Symbol Mode None MULTI AF None SPOT AF MF (Manual Focus) Enables you to adjust the focus manually.

  • Page 86: Manual Focus Shooting (Mf)

    Manual Focus Shooting (MF) If the camera fails to focus automatically, you can focus manually (MF: Manual Focus). Manual focus enables shooting at a fixed distance. Note ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- • In scene mode, manual focus can be used only when [ZOOM MACRO] or [SKEW COR MODE] is selected.
  • Page 87 Press the # button as required. • Pressing the # button enlarges the display for easy focusing. Press the !" buttons to adjust the focus. • Pressing the ! button adjusts the focus to farther objects.Pressing the " button adjusts the focus to closer objects. Press the shutter release button to shoot the picture.

  • Page 88: Changing The Light Metering (Ae Metering)

    Changing the Light Metering (AE METERING) You can change the metering method (the range to use for metering) used to determine the exposure value. There are three light metering modes. Light Metering Modes Symbol Mode None MULTI CENTER SPOT Turn the mode dial to 5/P/A/M/SCENE. Press the MENU/OK button.

  • Page 89: Shooting With Multi-Shot (Cont./S-Cont/M-Cont)

    Shooting with Multi-Shot (CONT./S-CONT/M-CONT) With Multi-shot, you can shoot consecutive images. Multi-shot has the following three modes: CONT. Pictures continue to be taken for as long as you hold down the shutter release button. Still images are recorded one at a time, just as in normal shooting.
  • Page 90 Caution------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ • This function is not available when [PIC QUALITY/SIZE] is set to RAW mode. • During Multi-shot, the digital zoom is activated even when [DIGITAL ZOOM IMG] is set to [AUTO RSZ] on the SETUP menu. Note ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- • If you are using the LCD viewfinder (VF-1), the image you took does not appear during CONT./S-CONT/M-CONT.

  • Page 91: Shutter Release Button

    CONT. Compose your picture and then press and hold the shutter release button. • Pictures continue to be taken for as long as you hold down the shutter release button. Release your finger from the shutter release button to stop taking pictures. •...

  • Page 92: Viewing An S-Cont Or M-Cont Still Image In Enlarged Display Mode

    Viewing an S-CONT or M-CONT Still Image in Enlarged Display Mode While a still image (16 frames in an image file) taken with S-CONT or M-CONT is displayed, you can enlarge any one of the 16 frames. You can also switch between frames while viewing the image in enlarged display mode.

  • Page 93: Setting The Picture Quality (Img Set)

    Setting the Picture Quality (IMG SET) You can change the picture quality of an image, including the contrast, sharpness, and color depth. You can select from the following picture quality settings. Picture Quality Modes Type Description HARD The contrast, sharpness, and color depth are increased to create a stronger, sharper image.

  • Page 94: Customizing The Picture Quality (Setting1, Setting2)

    Customizing the Picture Quality (SETTING1, SETTING2) Turn the mode dial to 5/P/A/M/SCENE. Press the MENU/OK button. • The shooting setting menu is displayed. Press the " button to select [IMG SET] and press the $ button. Press the !" buttons to select [SETTING1] or [SETTING2].

  • Page 95: Shooting Consecutively With Different Exposures (Auto Bracket)

    Shooting Consecutively with Different Exposures (AUTO BRACKET) The auto bracketing function automatically shoots three consecutive shots at three exposure levels based on the set exposure level. Select from [-0.3EV, ±0, +0.3EV] or [-0.5EV, ±0, +0.5EV] for the difference in exposure level. Note ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- •...

  • Page 96: Shooting Consecutively With Different White Balance (Wb-Bkt)

    Shooting Consecutively with Different White Balance (WB-BKT) The white balance bracket function automatically records three images - a reddish image, a bluish image, and an image of the current white balance. This is useful if you cannot determine the appropriate white balance.
  • Page 97 Note ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- • This function is not available when [PIC QUALITY/SIZE] is set to RAW mode. • This function is not available for Multi-shot (GP.87) or auto bracket shooting. (GP.93) • The flash cannot be used. • If [IMG SET] is set to [B&W], the white balance bracket function can be set but it does not operate.

  • Page 98: 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 from 5 seconds to 3 hours in increments of 5 seconds. Turn the mode dial to 5/P/A/M/SCENE. Press the MENU/OK button.
  • Page 99 To stop shooting, press the MENU/OK button. Caution------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ • The interval shooting setting is cleared when the camera is turned off. • The time until the next picture can be taken according to the shooting menu setting may be longer than the time set for interval shooting. In this case, the shooting interval becomes longer than the set time.

  • Page 100: Shooting A Still Image With Sound (Image With Sound)

    Shooting a Still Image with Sound (IMAGE WITH SOUND) You can shoot a still image with a voice memo of up to eight seconds. Turn the mode dial to 5/P/A/M/SCENE. Press the MENU/OK button. • The shooting setting menu is displayed. Press the "...

  • Page 101: 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. Turn the mode dial to 5/P/A/M/SCENE. Press the MENU/OK button. •...

  • Page 102: Changing The Exposure (Exposure Comp.)

    Changing the Exposure (EXPOSURE COMP.) The exposure setting enables you to select the brightness level for your picture. Normally, if your subject is centered, backlight compensation is automatically activated, and you can shoot with the correct exposure. In the following cases, or when you intentionally want to change the exposure, you can adjust the exposure setting.

  • Page 103: Using Natural And Artificial Lighting (White Balance)

    Using Natural and Artificial Lighting (WHITE BALANCE) Adjust the white balance so that a white subject will appear 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 when shooting under multiple light sources, you can change the setting.
  • Page 104 Press the MENU/OK button. • The symbol appears on the screen. Note ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- • The white balance may not be adjusted correctly for a subject that is mostly dark. In this case, add something white to the subject. • When shooting with the flash, the white balance may not be adjusted correctly if [AUTO] is not selected.

  • Page 105: Setting The White Balance Manually (Manual Settings)

    Setting the White Balance Manually (MANUAL SETTINGS) Turn the mode dial to 5/P/A/SCENE. Press the ADJ. lever and then press the #$ buttons until the white balance menu appears. Press the !" buttons to select [M]. Point the camera at a piece of paper or something white under the lighting conditions for your picture.

  • Page 106: Changing The Sensitivity (Iso Setting)

    Changing the Sensitivity (ISO SETTING) ISO sensitivity indicates how sensitive film is to light. A greater value means higher sensitivity. High sensitivity is suitable for shooting an object in a dark place or a fast-moving object while minimizing blurring. You can select from the following ISO settings: [AUTO], AUTO-HI, ISO 80, ISO 100, ISO 200, ISO 400, ISO 800, ISO 1600 When ISO setting is set to [AUTO], the camera automatically...
  • Page 107 Press the MENU/OK button, or # button and press the MENU/ OK button. • The setting appears on the screen. Note ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- • When the ISO setting is set to [AUTO], the sensitivity is equivalent to ISO 160 if the flash is used.

  • Page 108: Using The Camera Shake Correction Function To Prevent Camera Shake (Camera Shake Cor)

    Using the Camera Shake Correction Function to Prevent Camera Shake (CAMERA SHAKE COR) You can prevent camera shake by turning on the camera shake correction function. At the time of purchase, the camera shake correction function is turned on. Turn the mode dial to 5/P/A/M/SCENE. Press the MENU/OK button.
  • Page 109 Caution------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ • In multi-shot mode or manual exposure mode, when the shutter speed is set to 1 or more seconds, the camera shake correction function cannot be used. When the camera shake correction function is turned on in multi-shot mode or the shutter speed is set to 1 or more seconds in manual exposure mode, E changes to F.

  • Page 110: 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. Turn the mode dial to 5. Press the MENU/OK button. • The shooting setting menu is displayed. Press the !"...

  • Page 111: Shooting/Playing Back Movies

    2 Shooting/Playing Back Movies 3 Shooting Movies You can shoot movies with sound. You can set the image size to 640 × 480 or 320 × 240 pixels. You can set the number of frames shot per second (frame rate) to either 30 or 15.

  • Page 112: Setting The Frame Rate (Frame Rate)

    Note ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- • The flash cannot be used. • While shooting movies, only digital zoom can be used. (GP.42) • When the shutter release button is pressed in Step 2, the camera focuses on the subject. • The remaining recording time may not change uniformly because it is recalculated from the remaining memory capacity during movie recording.
  • Page 113 Note ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- • Movie recording time may vary depending on the capacity of the recording destination (internal memory or SD memory card), shooting conditions, and the type and manufacturer of the SD memory card. • The table below shows the approximate recording time. Internal 64 MB Memory...

  • Page 114: Playing Back Movies

    Playing Back Movies To playback movies, follow the steps below. Press the 6 (Playback) button. • The last shot taken is displayed. • The first frame of the movie is displayed as a still image. Select the movie you want to view using the #$ buttons.

  • Page 115: Other Playback Functions

    3 Other Playback Functions Playback Setting Menu Press the MENU/OK button in playback mode to display the playback setting menu. The playback setting menu allows you to make the settings for the following functions. Setting Options SLIDE SHOW PROTECT Select/Cancel 1 FILE, Select/Cancel ALL FILES, Select Multi-files DPOF Select/Cancel 1 FILE, Select/Cancel ALL FILES, Select...

  • Page 116: Displaying Photos In Order Automatically (Slide Show)

    Displaying Photos in Order Automatically (SLIDE SHOW) You can display the recorded still images and movie files sequentially on the screen. This is called a slide show. To view a slide show, follow the steps below. Press the 6 (Playback) button. •...

  • Page 117: Write-Protecting Files (Protect)

    Write-Protecting Files (PROTECT) You can protect files from being accidentally deleted. Caution------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Protected files cannot be deleted normally. However, they will be deleted if you format the memory where the files are stored. Protecting a File Press the 6 (Playback) button. •...

  • Page 118: Protecting All Files

    Protecting All Files To protect all your files, follow the steps below. Press the 6 (Playback) button. Press the MENU/OK button. • The playback setting menu appears. Press the " button to select [PROTECT] and press the $ button. Press the !" buttons to select [ALL FILES].

  • Page 119: 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 Display) button twice. • The screen is divided into 12 frames and thumbnails are displayed (Grid view).

  • Page 120: Using A Printing Service (Dpof)

    The still images recorded on an SD memory card can be printed out if you take them to a store that offers a digital camera print service. To use a print service, you must make print settings on your camera.

  • Page 121: 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 MENU/OK button. • The playback setting menu appears. Press the " button to select [DPOF] and press the $ button.

  • Page 122: Setting Dpof For Multiple Still Images

    Setting DPOF for Multiple Still Images To make the DPOF settings for selected still images all at once, follow the steps below. Press the 6 (Playback) button. Press the 9 (Thumbnail Display) button twice. • The screen is divided into 12 frames and thumbnails are displayed (Grid view).

  • Page 123: Changing The Image Size (Resize)

    Changing the Image Size (RESIZE) You can reduce the image size of a shot still image to create a new file with a different image size. Original F3648/N3648/F3:2/N3:2/F1:1/N3264/N2592/N2048 N1280 Caution------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ • You can resize only still images and still images with voice memos. Movies cannot be resized.
  • Page 124 Press the !" buttons to select [1280] or [640]. Press the MENU/OK button. • The display indicates that the image is being processed, and then the still image with the changed image size is recorded. The image before the image size is changed is also recorded.

  • Page 125: Copying The Contents Of The Internal Memory To An Sd Memory Card (Copy To Card)

    Copying the Contents of the Internal Memory to an SD Memory Card (COPY TO CARD) You can copy all movies, still images, and sound data stored in the internal memory onto an SD memory card at once. Turn the camera off. Insert an SD memory card.

  • Page 126: Straightening Skewed Images (Skew Correction)

    Straightening Skewed Images (SKEW CORRECTION) You can straighten rectangular objects, such as a message board or business card, shot at an angle, to make them look as if they were shot squarely. Press the 6 (Playback) button. Press the #$ buttons to display the file you want to straighten.
  • Page 127 Caution------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ • Skew correction mode does not work with movies. • For images shot in RAW mode (GP.80), the skew is corrected in the JPEG file recorded at the same time as the raw data. No skew is corrected in the DNG file. Note ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- •...

  • Page 128: Viewing On A Television

    Viewing on a Television You can view files 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 129 Caution------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ When the AV cable is connected to the camera, the indicators on LCD monitor and LCD viewfinder disappear and the speaker output turns off. Note ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- • You can connect the AV cable to the Video In terminal on your video recorder and record what you have shot to a video recorder.

  • Page 130: 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 files) with this function. For still images with sounds (JPG files with WAV files), only the still images (JPG files) are printed.

  • Page 131: Connecting The Camera To A Printer

    Connecting the Camera to a Printer Connect your camera to a printer using the USB cable provided. Make sure that the camera is off. Open the terminal cover. Connect your camera to a printer using the USB cable provided. • Turn on the printer if it is not already Note ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- To disconnect the camera from the printer, check that the power is off on both units before disconnecting the USB cable between them.

  • Page 132: Printing Still Images

    Printing Still Images You can print still images from the camera with a PictBridge- compatible printer. 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 133 • The following items can be selected. Each item appears only when supported by the printer connected to the camera. The items marked with an asterisk (*) appear only when [REPORT PRINT] is supported by a Ricoh printer connected to the camera. Item Name Description PAPER SIZE Sets the paper size.

  • Page 134: Printing Several Still Images

    Note ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- • To specify the settings as the default settings next time the camera is connected to the printer, press the ADJ. lever when the screen in Step 7 is displayed. When the screen at the right appears, press the #$ buttons to select [SET] and press the MENU/OK button.
  • Page 135 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 MENU/OK button. • The direct print menu appears. Press the !"...

  • Page 136: Changing Camera Settings Setup Menu

    5 Changing Camera Settings SETUP Menu You can change the camera settings by displaying the SETUP menu from the shooting setting menu (GP.77) or playback setting menu. (GP.113) The SETUP menu enables you to set the items listed in the table below. Setting FORMAT [CARD] FORMAT [INT.

  • Page 137: Using The Setup Menu

    Using the SETUP Menu This explains how to make the settings. Use the !"#$ buttons and MENU/OK button to select and set an item. Press the MENU/OK button. • The shooting setting menu (or the playback setting menu) appears. Press the $ button. •...
  • Page 138 Changing the display ---------------------------------------------------------------------- You can select a screen by the screen number: 1 Press the # button to select a screen number on the left of the screen. 2 Press the !" buttons to change screens. 3 Press the $ button to return to menu item selection.

  • Page 139: Preparing The Sd Memory Card (Format [Card])

    Preparing the SD Memory Card (FORMAT [CARD]) If the error message [CARD ERROR] is displayed when an SD memory card is loaded into the camera or the card has been used with a computer or other device, you must format the card prior to use with this camera.

  • Page 140: Formatting The Internal Memory (Format [Int. Mem.])

    Formatting the Internal Memory (FORMAT [INT. MEM.]) If the error message [FORMAT INTERNAL MEMORY] is displayed, you must format the internal memory prior to use. Caution------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Formatting the internal memory deletes all of the data recorded in the memory. If you have images in the internal memory that you do not want to delete, copy the images to the SD memory card before formatting the internal memory.

  • Page 141: 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 the operating procedure, see P.135. Press the " button to select [LCD BRIGHTNESS] and press the $ button.

  • Page 142: Registering Custom Settings (Reg. My Settings)

    Registering Custom Settings (REG. MY SETTINGS) The My Settings function allows you to easily shoot with your desired settings. You can register two groups of settings as “My Settings”. Setting the mode dial to MY1 or MY2 allows you to shoot with the settings set in [SETTING1] or [SETTING2], respectively.
  • Page 143 Settings Saved in by My Setting Function Shooting mode (5/P/A/M/SCENE/3) PIC QUALITY/SIZE FOCUS Focal distance used in manual focus AE METERING CONT. MODE EXPOSURE COMP. IMAGE WITH SOUND DATE IMPRINT WHITE BALANCE ISO SETTING CAMERA SHAKE COR Zoom position Macro Flash Self-timer DISP.

  • Page 144: Changing The Step Zooming Setting (Step Zoom)

    Changing the Step Zooming Setting (STEP ZOOM) Step zooming is the setting of the focal length with optical zooming, which can be fixed to any of five levels (24, 28, 35, 50, 72 mm, equivalent to that on a 35 mm camera). Available Settings ON (Step zooming on) OFF (Step zooming off) *Default setting...

  • Page 145: Changing The Iso Auto-High Setting (Iso Auto-High)

    Changing the ISO AUTO-HIGH Setting (ISO AUTO-HIGH) You can change the upper limit of the ISO setting for [AUTO-HI] (Auto high sensitivity) (GP.104) in [ISO SETTING] on the shooting setting menu. Available Settings AUTO 400 *Default setting AUTO 800 AUTO1600 To change the auto high sensitivity setting, follow the steps below.

  • Page 146: Changing The Auto Power Off Setting (Auto Power Off)

    Changing the Auto Power Off Setting (AUTO POWER OFF) If you do not operate the camera for a set period of time, it shuts off automatically to conserve battery power (Auto Power Off). By default, auto power off is set to one minute, but you can change this setting.

  • Page 147: 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 is turned on. Shutter release : Sound when the shutter release button is pressed. sound Focus sound : Sound when the shutter release button is half-pressed and the...

  • Page 148: Changing The Beep Sound Volume (Vol. Settings)

    Changing the Beep Sound Volume (VOL. SETTINGS) The beep sound volume can be changed. Available Settings (Mute) (Small) (Medium) *Default setting (Large) To change the beep sound volume, follow the steps below. Display the SETUP menu. • For the operating procedure, see P.135. Press the "...

  • Page 149: Changing Image Confirmation Time (Lcd Confirm.)

    Changing Image Confirmation Time (LCD CONFIRM.) Immediately after you press the shutter release button, the still image taken is displayed on the screen for a moment so you can check it. By default, the image confirmation time is set to 0.5 second, but this can be changed.

  • Page 150: Assigning A Function To The Adj. Lever (Adj Lever Set.)

    Assigning a Function to the ADJ. Lever (ADJ LEVER SET.) When any of a number of shooting functions is assigned to the ADJ. lever, you can display the screen for that function with fewer button operations and without displaying the shooting setting menu. You can also use [ADJ LEVER SET.1] to [ADJ LEVER SET.4] to assign a camera function that can be activated by pressing the ADJ.

  • Page 151: Changing The Shutter Release Button Setting (Adj Shtr Btn Set)

    Changing the Shutter Release Button Setting (ADJ SHTR BTN SET) In ADJ. mode (GP.64), you usually press the MENU/OK button or the ADJ. lever to set a setting. When [ADJ SHTR BTN SET] is set to [ON], you can also set a setting by half-pressing the shutter release button.

  • Page 152: Assigning A Function To The Function Button (Fnctn. Btn. Set.)

    Assigning a Function to the Function Button (FNCTN. BTN. SET.) When a function is assigned to the Fn (Function) button, you can perform the assigned function, such as switching to auto focus or manual focus, or locking the exposure, simply by pressing the Fn (Function) button.

  • Page 153: Changing The Af Auxiliary Light Setting (Af Aux. Light)

    Changing the AF Auxiliary Light Setting (AF AUX. LIGHT) You can set whether to use the AF auxiliary light when shooting with auto focus. When [AF AUX. LIGHT] is set to [ON], the AF auxiliary light lights as required during shooting, and the auto focus distance is measured.

  • Page 154: Changing The Raw Mode Jpeg Image Setting (Raw/Jpeg Setting)

    Changing the RAW Mode JPEG Image Setting (RAW/JPEG SETTING) When shooting with [PIC QUALITY/SIZE] set to RAW mode (GP.80), a JPEG file associated with the RAW format file (.DNG file) is recorded at the same time. You can change the picture quality and image size of this JPEG file.

  • Page 155: Using The Auto Resize Zoom (Digital Zoom Img)

    Using the Auto Resize Zoom (DIGITAL ZOOM IMG) This function allows you to crop and record a shot image. Conventional digital zoom enlarges a portion of an image to a set magnification. Whereas, auto resize zoom saves the cropped portion of the image, the image quality is not decreased, however the image size may become smaller.
  • Page 156 Press the !" buttons to select [AUTO RSZ]. Press the MENU/OK button, or press the # button and then the MENU/OK button. Press and hold the z (Telephoto) button until the maximum magnification is reached on the zoom bar, then momentarily release the button, and then press the z (Telephoto) button again.

  • Page 157: Displaying A Settings Change Warning (Shtg Stgs Warng.)

    Displaying a Settings Change Warning (SHTG STGS WARNG.) If the initial settings are changed for the following functions, you can set the camera to have the icon of that function blink and to display a warning message about the function with the changed setting for a few seconds when the camera is turned on.

  • Page 158: Enlarging Icon Display (Enlge Photo Icon)

    Enlarging Icon Display (ENLGE PHOTO ICON) The following icons are enlarged in normal symbol display. (GP.59) Flash, Macro Shooting, Self-timer, White balance, Focus, Exposure compensation, ISO setting When the icons are enlarged, the following items are not displayed: Zoom bar/Focus bar, Date imprint, Image settings To enlarge the icons on the screen, follow the steps below.

  • Page 159: Changing The Usb Setting (Usb Connection)

    Software used for transfer Instead of using software, the computer recognizes the SD memory card or internal memory of the camera as a drive. RICOH Gate La Auto Document Link For Windows 98SE, set [USB CONNECTION] to [ORIGINAL]. When set to [ORIGINAL], the maximum size for a transferable SDHC memory card is 4 GB.
  • Page 160 To change the USB setting, follow the steps below. Display the SETUP menu. • For the operating procedure, see P.135. Press the " button to select [USB CONNECTION] and press the $ button. Press the !" buttons to select the desired setting. Press the MENU/OK button, or # button and press the MENU/ OK button.

  • Page 161: 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 the internal memory with a consecutively numbered file name that is automatically assigned. When you switch SD memory cards, you can set your camera to continue consecutive numbering from the previously loaded card.
  • Page 162 [SEQUENTIAL NO.] is set to [OFF]. • When images are transferred to a computer using RICOH Gate La (GP.181), the file being transferred is renamed and saved. The file is saved with the name “RIMG****.jpg”...

  • Page 163: Setting The Date And Time (Date Settings)

    Setting the Date and Time (DATE SETTINGS) You can shoot 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 the operating procedure, see P.135. Press the "...

  • Page 164: Changing The Display Language (Language/N)

    Changing the Display Language (LANGUAGE/N) You can change the language displayed on the screen. The default setting varies depending on where you purchased the camera. Available Settings (Japanese) ENGLISH DEUTSCH (German) FRANÇAIS (French) ITALIANO (Italian) ESPAÑOL (Spanish) (Simplified Chinese) (Traditional Chinese) (Korean) To change the display language, follow the steps below.

  • Page 165: 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. (GP.126) Your camera is set to NTSC video format (used in North America and other countries/regions) for use with television equipment and other audiovisual equipment.

  • Page 166: Downloading Images To Your Computer

    6 Downloading Images to Your Computer The screen images shown here may differ from the images displayed on your computer depending on your computer OS. For Windows Refer to P.184 for Macintosh. You need to install software for transferring images to your computer before you can download images from the camera.

  • Page 167: Using The Caplio Software Cd-Rom

    Using the Caplio Software CD-ROM Once you insert the Caplio Software CD- ROM in the CD-ROM drive, the installer screen appears automatically. Item Name Installing the Software Installing DeskTopBinder Lite Use this button to install software required for Browse User’s Manual (Software Version) Browse CD-ROM Content Go to Adobe Digital Imaging...
  • Page 168 For how to use Irodio Photo & Video Studio, see the displayed “Help”. For the latest information about Irodio Photo & Video Studio, access the Web page of Pixela Co., Ltd. (http://www.pixela.co.jp/oem/ricoh/e/index.html). Windows Description Downloads images collectively.
  • Page 169 When [Installing DeskTopBinder Lite] is clicked: (GP.173) The following software is installed: Software Windows DeskTopBinder Lite USB Driver WIA Driver XP: Windows XP/Vista 98: Windows 98SE/Me/2000 Caution------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ DeskTopBinder Lite is compatible with Windows 98SE but not Windows 98. Note ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- •...
  • Page 170 When [Browse User’s Manual (Software Version)] is clicked: The “Software User Guide” (PDF file) on the Caplio Software CD- ROM is displayed on your computer screen. If you have Acrobat Reader installed on your computer, simply click [Browse User’s Manual (Software Version)]. Acrobat Reader must be installed to view the PDF file.

  • Page 171: System Requirements For Using Caplio Software Cd-Rom

    System Requirements for Using Caplio Software CD-ROM The following environments are necessary for using Caplio Software CD-ROM. Please check your computer, or the computer’s user manual. Operating Systems Windows 98 Second Edition Supported Windows 2000 Professional Windows Me Windows XP Home Edition/Professional Windows Vista Windows 98SE/2000/Me/XP: Pentium Windows Vista: Pentium...

  • Page 172: Installing The Software Required For Handling The Camera And Images

    • For Windows Vista, Windows XP or Windows 2000, administrator privileges are required to install the software. • Ricoh Gate La is not network-compatible. Use as a stand-alone application. Here is an example of the Windows XP screen. Start your computer and insert the Caplio Software CD-ROM in the CD-ROM drive.

  • Page 173: Windows Vista

    Click [Installing the software]. Operating systems other than Windows Vista • After a while, the [Choose Setup Language] screen appears. Windows Vista • A screen appears to confirm user account management. • Select [Allow] for the access request to the computer. After a while, the [Choose Setup Language] screen appears.
  • Page 174 Click [Finish]. • A dialog box indicating that installation of Caplio Software is complete appears. Click [Finish]. Restart your computer. Note ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- You can remove (uninstall) the software. (GP.176)

  • Page 175: Installing The Desktopbinder Lite

    Lite.(GP.170) The driver included in the Caplio Software is required to use the Auto Document Link. • If [Caplio Digital Camera] is set as the monitoring destination of the Auto Document Link, select [ORIGINAL] for [USB CONNECTION] on the camera menu.(GP.157) Here is an example of the Windows XP screen.
  • Page 176 [Option settings] dialog box displayed by selecting [Option 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 177: Installing Other Software On Your Computer

    Installing Other Software on Your Computer Caution------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ • Do not install the software when the camera is connected to your computer with a USB cable. • For Windows Vista, Windows XP or Windows 2000, administrator privileges are required to install the software. Acrobat Reader Acrobat Reader is required to display the operation manual (PDF file).

  • Page 178: Uninstalling The Software

    Uninstalling the Software Caution------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ • For Windows Vista, 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 Irodio Photo & Video Studio and the DeskTopBinder Lite and then uninstall either one, camera connection to the computer may fail.
  • Page 179 Irodio Photo & Video Studio Click [Start] on the Windows task bar. Select [Settings]-[Control Panel] ([Control Panel] for XP). Double-click the [Add/Remove Programs] icon (or the [Add or Remove Programs] icon in Windows XP). Select [Irodio Photo & Video Studio] and then click [Change/Remove].

  • Page 180: Downloading Images To Your Computer

    (GP.183) Note ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- • For how to use RICOH Gate La, refer to the “Software User Guide” (PDF file) contained in the provided CD-ROM. (GP.165) • If image transfer does not begin, re-start your computer and perform steps 3 to 5...

  • Page 181: Downloading Images Without Using The Caplio Software

    Downloading Images Without Using the Caplio Software You can download images from the camera to a computer without having to use software. Change [USB CONNECTION] to [MASS STR] on the SETUP menu. (GP.157) Make sure that the camera power is off. Connect the accessory USB cable to a USB port of your computer.

  • Page 182: Downloading Images From An Sd Memory Card

    Note ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- When an SD memory card is loaded, its files are displayed. Otherwise, files in the internal memory are displayed. 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.

  • Page 183: Using The Original Driver To Download Images

    Using the Original Driver to Download Images The Original Driver is used to download images when [USB CONNECTION] on the camera is set to [ORIGINAL]. (When using Windows 98SE or Auto Document Link) Connecting the Camera to the Computer for the First Time The first time you connect your camera to the computer using a USB cable, the [Found New Hardware Wizard] screen appears.
  • Page 184 • When downloading images from your camera, load a battery with adequate remaining power in the camera. Use of the AC adapter (sold separately) is recommended. • When transferring images to a computer using RICOH Gate La, the file being transferred is renamed and saved.

  • Page 185: Disconnecting The Camera From Your Computer

    Disconnecting the Camera from Your Computer If images are downloaded using RICOH Gate La or the [Scanner and Camera Wizard], turn the camera off after downloading images and disconnect the USB cable. Perform the following operations when disconnecting the camera from your computer.

  • Page 186: For Macintosh

    For Macintosh Refer to P.164 for Windows. This camera supports the following Macintosh operating systems. • Mac OS 9.0 to 9.2.2 • Mac OS X 10.1.2 to 10.4.8 This function is not available on this camera if you are using Mac OS 8.6.

  • Page 187: Disconnecting The Camera From Your Computer

    Disconnecting the Camera from Your Computer Drag and drop the displayed drive or the volume icon to the “Trash”. • If a screen appears prompting you to enter the administrator’s password, enter the password. Disconnect the USB cable. Note ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- •...

  • Page 188: Appendices Troubleshooting

    7 Appendices Troubleshooting Error Messages If an error message is displayed on the screen, take the corresponding action. Error Message INSERT CARD USE THE SETUP MENU TO SET THE DATE. FILE NUMBER OVER LIMIT UNMATCHED FILE INSUFFICIENT MEMORY. CONTINUE? PROTECTED CARD IS WRITE-PROTECTED.

  • Page 189: Camera Troubleshooting

    Camera Troubleshooting Power Supply Problem Cause The camera does not Battery is not loaded or is turn on. exhausted. A (manganese dry cell or other) unacceptable battery is used. The AC adapter is not connected correctly. The camera is automatically turned off by auto power off.
  • Page 190 Shooting Problem The camera does not shoot even if you press the shutter release button. Unable to view the shot image. Images do not appear on the LCD monitor. Images do not appear on the LCD viewfinder. Although the camera is set to auto focus, it is unable to focus.
  • Page 191 Problem Cause The picture is blurred. You moved the camera when pressing the shutter release button. When shooting in a dark place (such as indoors), the shutter speed slows down and pictures become easily blurred. The flash does not fire or The flash is not open.
  • Page 192 Problem The image lacks natural color. The date or recording information does not appear on the screen. The brightness of the LCD monitor changes during AF. There is a vertical smear on the image. Cause The picture was shot in conditions that made it difficult for auto white balance to adjust the white balance.
  • Page 193 Playback/Deleting Problem Cause Cannot play back, or the The camera is not in playback playback screen does mode. not appear. The VIDEO/AV cable is not connected properly. The VIDEO OUT MODE setting is incorrect. The contents of the SD No SD memory card is loaded, or memory card cannot be an SD memory card with no stored played back, or the...

  • Page 194: Other Problems

    Other Problems Problem Cannot load the SD memory card. The camera does not operate even when the buttons are pressed. The date is incorrect. The set date disappeared. The battery was removed. Auto power off does not work. The beep sound cannot be heard.

  • Page 195: Software And Computer Troubleshooting

    (PDF file). Warning Messages Under Windows XP Service Pack 2 When software for your Ricoh digital camera is used on a computer with Windows XP Service Pack 2 installed, the following warning message may appear at software activation or USB connection.
  • Page 196 Click the [Exceptions] tab. Check that the software is in [Programs and Services]. Click the [Add Program] button to add software that uses the network. If you clicked the [Ask Me Later] button: Each time the program is activated, the [Windows Security Alert] dialog box appears.

  • Page 197: Specifications

    Specifications General Video Signal Format NTSC, PAL Power Source Voltage Rechargeable Battery DB-60 (3.7 V) × 1 AAA Dry Alkaline Battery, Nickel-Hydrogen Battery, Oxyride Battery × 2 External (AC adapter): 3.8 V External Dimensions 111.6 mm (W) × 58.0 mm (H) × 25.0 mm (D) (excluding projecting parts) Weight Camera: Approximately 220 g (excluding battery, strap) Accessories: Approximately 30 g (battery, strap)
  • Page 198 Distance Control AF Method AF Measurement Range Internal Flash Method Shooting Distance Operating Modes Date Maintain Time Image Data Record/Playback Part Pixels Still Image Text Movie File Formats Still Image Text Movie Sound Camera File System Standard DCF (“Design rule for Camera File system”, a JEITA standard) Compression Format Image Size 3648 ×...

  • Page 199: Number Of Images That Can Be Stored In Internal Memory/Sd Memory Card

    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. Picture Mode Image Size...

  • Page 200: Optional Accessories

    Optional Accessories The Caplio GX100 can be used with the items (sold separately) listed below. Item AC Adapter Rechargeable Battery Battery Charger LCD Viewfinder Wide Conversion Lens Hood & Adapter Cable Switch Neck Strap Soft Case • Before using an optional accessory, see the documentation that came with the product.

  • Page 201: Using The Ac Adapter (Sold Separately)

    Using the AC Adapter (sold separately) When shooting or viewing still images for a long time, or when connecting to your computer, use of the AC adapter (sold separately) is recommended. If you have already used this camera, make sure it is turned off before loading the AC adapter coupler.

  • Page 202: Disconnecting The Ac Adapter

    Disconnecting the AC Adapter Make sure the camera is turned off before disconnecting the AC adapter. Unplug the power plug from the outlet. Slide the release lever toward OPEN to open the battery/card cover. Remove the AC adapter coupler from the camera. Close the battery/card cover and slide the release lever in the opposite direction of OPEN to lock it in place.

  • Page 203: Using The External Flash

    Using the External Flash The camera has a hot shoe, allowing you to attach an external flash (available in stores). When using an external flash, follow the steps below. Close the flash cover. (P.17) With the camera and external flash powered off, attach the external flash to the hot shoe.
  • Page 204 Caution------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ • You cannot use the internal flash when an external flash is attached as this can cause injury or damage. • Irrespective of flash setting, a flash ON signal is output to the X contact of the hot shoe. To stop an external flash, use a switch on the flash.

  • Page 205: Functions Whose Defaults Are Restored When Camera Is Turned Off

    Functions Whose Defaults are Restored When Camera is Turned Off Turning the camera off may reset some function settings to their defaults. The table below indicates whether or not the function is reset to its default when the camera is turned off. Type Function Shooting options PIC QUALITY/SIZE...
  • Page 206 Type Function Items to set from LCD BRIGHTNESS the setup menu REG. MY SETTINGS STEP ZOOM ISO AUTO-HIGH SET AUTO POWER OFF BEEP SOUND VOL. SETTINGS LCD CONFIRM. ADJ LEVER. SET.1 ADJ LEVER. SET.2 ADJ LEVER. SET.3 ADJ LEVER. SET.4 ADJ SHTR BTN SET FNCTN.

  • Page 207: About Scene Mode

    About Scene Mode Depending on the scene mode, the operation of functions may differ from when in normal shooting mode. Refer to the table below. Scene Mode PORTRAIT SPORTS LANDSCAPE NIGHTSCAPE SKEW COR MODE TEXT MODE ZOOM MACRO HIGH SENS Flash Initial setting: FLASH OFF Initial setting: FLASH OFF...

  • Page 208: Shooting Setting Menu Items By Scene Mode

    Shooting Setting Menu Items by Scene Mode Setting PIC QUALITY/SIZE DENSITY SIZE FOCUS AE METERING CONT. MODE IMG SET AUTO BRACKET IMAGE WITH SOUND DATE IMPRINT EXPOSURE COMP. WHITE BALANCE ISO SETTING CAMERA SHAKE COR O Available, - Not available For details about options, see P.77.

  • Page 209: Using Your Camera Abroad

    Using Your Camera Abroad AC Adapter (Model AC-4c) This AC adapter can be used in regions with a current of 100-240V, 50Hz/60Hz. If you are going to travel to a country that uses a different shaped wall outlet/plug, please consult your travel agent on a plug adapter suitable for wall outlets in your country of destination.

  • Page 210: Cautions On Use

    Cautions on Use 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 211: 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 212: Warranty And Servicing

    Ricoh Repair Center. Please note that you will be not be reimbursed for the cost of bringing the camera to the Ricoh Repair Center. 2. This warranty does not cover any damage resulting from: 1 failure to follow the instructions in the instruction manual;...

  • Page 213: Information To The User

    An AC adapter with a ferrite core must be used for RF interference suppression. COMPLIANCE INFORMATION STATEMENT Product Name: DIGITAL CAMERA Model Number: Caplio GX100 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:...

  • Page 214: Index

    Index AC adapter ... 14, 199 Acrobat Reader ... 175 ADJ LEVER SET.1, 2 ... 148 ADJ SHTR BTN SET... 149 ADJ. lever... 18, 20, 64, 112 ADJ. mode... 64 AE LOCK ... 70 AE METERING... 86 AF AUX. LIGHT ... 151 AF auxiliary light ...
  • Page 215 ...12, 25, 29, 30 Recharging...29 REG. MY SETTINGS...140 Release lever ...18, 30, 199 RESIZE ...121 RESTORE DEFAULTS...108 RICOH Gate La...166, 181 S (Stream)-CONT ...87 Scene mode (SCENE) ...19, 46 SD memory card ...27, 30, 52 Self-timer...50 SEQUENTIAL NO...159 SETUP menu ...134 Shooting setting menu ...77...
  • Page 216 STEP ZOOM ... 142 Still image mode... 22, 23, 46 Telephoto/Wide-angle button ... 18, 42, 54 Terminal cover... 18, 126, 129 Text density ... 65 TEXT MODE ... 46 Three-frame view ... 53 Tripod screw hole ... 18 Up-down dial ... 17, 20 USB cable ...

  • Page 217: Telephone Support Numbers In Europe

    Telephone Support Numbers in Europe (from within the UK) (from outside of the UK) Deutschland (innerhalb Deutschlands) (außerhalb Deutschlands) France (à partir de la France) (en dehors de la France) Italia (dall’Italia) (dall’estero) España (desde España) (desde fuera de España) http://www.service.ricohpmmc.com/ 02073 656 580 +44 2073 656 580...

  • Page 218: If A Problem Arises

    “Reducing environment-affecting chemical substances contained in products”. If a problem arises First of all, see “Troubleshooting” (GP.186) in this manual. If the issues still persist, please contact a Ricoh office. Ricoh Offices RICOH COMPANY, LTD.

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