Ricoh GR Digital User Manual

Ricoh GR Digital 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
appropriately.
Be sure to connect the camera to your computer after
installing the provided software.
For how to install the software, see P.152.
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.167.
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 appropriately.
  • 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.36) 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. Close-up flash (P.43) for approx. 1.5- cm macro (P.44)
  • Page 4 Expandability sparking the imagination The wide conversion lens combined with the hood and adapter gives super-wide 21 mm photography. You can enjoy the benefits of bounce flash by connecting an external flash. Various optional accessories such as the external viewfinder and cable switch allow you to configure a well-rounded system.
  • Page 5 For the integrated handling of images, this software has a input function to download still images, movies, and sounds from a digital camera or music CD, an album function to manage captured contents, an edit function to edit movies by MPEG-1, a...
  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Chapter 1 Quick Guide Before Shooting ... 10 Packing List ... 10 Optional Accessories... 11 About Options for GR DIGITAL Only... 12 Accessories ... 13 Names of parts ... 14 Using the Mode Dial ... 16 Up-down Dial/ADJ. Dial... 16 About LCD Monitor Display ...
  • Page 7 Chapter 2 A Variety of Shooting Techniques/Playback Direct Printing ... 60 Direct Print Function... 60 Connecting the Camera to a Printer... 60 Printing Still Images... 61 A Variety of Shooting Techniques ... 65 Using the ADJ. (Adjust) Mode ... 65 Shooting Setting Menu ...
  • Page 8 Chapter 3 Changing Camera Settings Changing Camera Settings ... 122 SETUP Menu ... 122 Using the SETUP Menu ... 123 Formatting the SD Memory Card (FORMAT [CARD])... 124 Formatting Internal Memory (FORMAT [INT. MEM.]) ... 125 Adjusting the Brightness of the LCD Monitor (LCD BRIGHTNESS) ... 126 Setting a Function to the ADJ.
  • Page 9 K. Warranty and Servicing... 198 Index... 200 Using Manuals The two manuals included are for your GR DIGITAL. 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.
  • 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... 19 Basic Shooting... 34 Playing Back ... 48 Viewing on a Television ... 54 Erasing... 56...
  • Page 12: Before Shooting

    Before Shooting Packing List Open the package and make sure all the items are included. • GR DIGITAL • 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

    • Cable switch (CA-1) • AC Adapter (AC-4c) • Rechargeable Battery (DB-60) • Battery Charger (BJ-6) • PC Card Adapter (FM-SD53) • SD Memory Card (available in stores) Reference For the latest information about accessories, access Ricoh home page (http//:www.ricohpmmc.com).
  • Page 14: About Options For Gr Digital Only

    About Options for GR DIGITAL Only • Wide conversion lens (GW-1) • Hood & adapter (GH-1) • External Viewfinder (GV-1) • Soft Case (GC-1) • Neck strap (GS-1) This lens has a magnification of x0.75 that is equivalent to 21 mm (as converted to be equivalent to 35 mm).
  • Page 15: Accessories

    Accessories Filter 37mm Macro light External flash Sigma EF-500 DG SUPER EF-500 DG ST (Recommended) External Viewfinder (GV-1) LCD hood Loupe Tripod Optional item Wide-conversion lens (GW-1) Hood & adapter (GH-1) Camera body AC Adapter (AC-4c) Rechargeable Battery (DB-60) Battery Charger (BJ-6) AAA alkaline battery General-purpose item...
  • Page 16: Names Of Parts

    Names of parts Camera Front View Item Name Strap Eyelet Unlock Button Mode Dial Shutter Release Button AF Window Power Button Hot Shoe Flash Up-down Dial Microphone AF Auxiliary Light Lens AV-Out Terminal USB Terminal Caution To avoid damaging the connectors, do not plug any objects into the camera's microphone or speaker holes.
  • Page 17: Rear View

    Rear View Item Name LCD Monitor Auto Focus/ Flash Lamp ADJ. Dial 8 (Enlarged View) Button 9 (Thumbnail Display) Button !/F(Flash) Button $ Button M/O Button 6 (Playback) Button # /Q(Quick Review)Button Refer to Item Name D (Delete) / T (Self-timer) Button "/N (Macro) Button P.37 P.44...
  • Page 18: Using The Mode Dial

    Using the Mode Dial The Mode Dial is provided on top of the camera. Turn the Mode Dial to select the camera operation mode such as shooting, playback (still image display), or setting change. Hold down the Unlock button while turning the Mode Dial to the mark of your desired mode.
  • Page 19: About Lcd Monitor Display

    About LCD Monitor Display Screen Examples when Shooting Pictures 13 14 (When the shutter release button is half-pressed) Still Image Mode Item Name Flash External flash Macro Shooting Self-timer Mode Types Recording Destination Remaining Number of Still Images P.192 Picture Quality Image Size Digital zoom Focus...
  • Page 20: 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 21: 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 22: Batteries (Cells) Not Acceptable

    • AAA nickel hydride batteries (available in stores) This is economical because you can recharge and use it over and over again. Use a charger (available in stores) for charging. The battery may be inert and consequently it may not supply power immediately after it is purchased or left unused for more than a month.
  • Page 23: Battery Level Indication

    Caution • Please remove the batteries if you are not going to use the camera for a long period of time. • The life of an AAA alkaline battery depends on the brand and the storage time from the date of production. In addition, the life of an AAA alkaline battery becomes shorter at low temperatures.
  • Page 24: 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 25: Inserting An Sd Memory Card

    Inserting an SD Memory Card If you have already used this camera, make sure it is turned off before loading an SD memory card. Slide the release lever to the OPEN side to open the battery/ card cover. Make sure the card is facing the right way and push the card all the way in until it clicks.
  • Page 26: 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 27: Inserting The Rechargeable Battery

    Inserting the rechargeable battery 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 batteries.
  • Page 28: Using The Ac Adapter (Sold Separately)

    Removing the rechargeable battery If you have already used this camera, make sure it is turned off before removing batteries. Slide the release lever to the OPEN side to open the battery/ card cover. Remove the battery. Close the battery/card cover and slide the release lever to the side opposite to OPEN to lock the cover.
  • Page 29: Removing The Ac Adapter

    Close the battery/card cover and slide the release lever to the side opposite to OPEN to lock the cover. Plug the power cord into an outlet. Removing the AC Adapter If you have already used this camera, make sure it is turned off before removing the AC Adapter Battery.
  • Page 30: Loading The Batteries

    Loading the Batteries If you have already used this camera, make sure it is turned off before loading batteries. Slide the release lever to the OPEN side to open the battery/ card cover. Insert the two batteries, making sure they are facing the correct way.
  • Page 31: 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 32: 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 33: 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 34: 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 35: 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 36: 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 37: 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 38: 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 not to miss a shooting opportunity.
  • Page 39: 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 autofocus 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 middle (see P.40). Make sure the camera power is on and turn the mode dial to 5, P, A, or M.
  • Page 40 Before focusing Focused Focusing failure The focal distance is measured at five points. Green frames appear to indicate focus positions. Reference When specifying a focus position at macro shooting, use the AF target shift function. (P.94) Gently press the shutter button all the way.
  • Page 41 Note Certain subjects are hard to bring into focus: It may be impossible to bring the following subjects into focus. • Subjects lacking contrast (the sky, a white wall, the hood of a car, etc.) • Flat two-dimensional objects with only horizontal lines and no significant protrusions. •...
  • Page 42: 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. Shooting range Make sure the camera power is on and turn the mode dial to 5, P, A, or M.
  • Page 43 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 • For details about macro shooting, see P.43. •...
  • Page 44: Using The Digital Zoom

    Using the Digital Zoom Set DIGITAL ZOOM on the SETUP menu (P.146) to ON to use the digital zoom function. When the digital zoom function is active, press the 8 button to enlarge the subject. Press the 9 button to reduce the subject.
  • Page 45: 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 1.5 centimeter away. With the camera ready to shoot, press the N button. N is displayed momentarily in a large size at the center of the LCD monitor and then at the upper part.
  • Page 46: 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, flashlight reaches about 0.2 to 3.0 m when ISO sensitivity is set to AUTO. Flash Modes Flash Off Auto...
  • Page 47: Using The Hot Shoe

    Using the Hot Shoe The camera has a hot shoe, allowing you to attach an external flash (available in stores). Certain models of external flashes are recommended for the camera. When using a recommended external flash, follow the operation procedure described on P.189. When using an external flash other than the recommended one, follow the steps below.
  • Page 48 Note When a recommended external flash is attached, the built-in flash does not fire. Caution • When using an external flash only or if the internal flash does not pop up normally when an external flash is connected, set the internal flash to [Flash Off]. •...
  • Page 49: Shooting With Scenery-Matching

    Shooting with Scenery-Matching If you use the Scene Mode, you can record texts and sounds. Text Use when shooting texts (e.g., memos written on a white-board in a conference). Sound Use when recording sounds. Turn the Mode Dial to 4 . Press the $ button.
  • Page 50: 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 51: 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 52: 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 53 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.56) •...
  • Page 54: 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 55: Magnifying Images

    Magnifying Images You can enlarge a still image displayed on the LCD Monitor. 3264 X 2448, 3264 X 2176, 2592 X 1944, 2048 X 1536 1280 X 960 640 X 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 56: 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 57 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 58: 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 frames at once •...
  • Page 59: Erasing Multiple Frames At One Time

    Erasing Multiple Frames 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 61 Chapter A Variety of Shooting Techniques/Playback Direct Printing ... 60 A Variety of Shooting Techniques ... 65 Shooting with Multi-Shot ... 101 Shooting/Playing Back Movies... 105 Recording/Playing Back Sound ... 108 Other Functions Available in Playback Mode...110...
  • Page 62: 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 63: 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 64 Press the !" buttons to select an item, and then press the $ button to display the detailed options screen. While "CONNECTING..." is displayed, connection to the printer is still incomplete. When printer connection is completed, "CONNECTING..." disappears and "DIRECT PRINT" appears. Proceed to the next step after the connection is complete.
  • Page 65: Printing Several Still Images

    Note To specify the set value as the default selected at the next connection, click the ADJ. dial on the screen of Step 7. Upon appearance of the screen at right, select [Set] and press the M Select [Cancel] to return to the default setting. Press the M/O button.
  • Page 66 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 67: A Variety Of Shooting Techniques

    A Variety of Shooting Techniques Using the ADJ. (Adjust) Mode When you enter the ADJ. mode, you can display various setting screens with fewer dial operations and set functions with fewer button operations as compared with the Shooting menu. The ADJ. mode allows you to register two functions other than exposure correction and white balancing functions.
  • Page 68 Note To assign functions to [SETTING 1] and [SETTING 2], select [ADJ. BTN. SET. 1] and [ADJ. BTN. SET. 2] on the SETUP menu. (P.127) Settings that can be made with the ADJ. dial Settings that can be made differ between the Scene mode and Movie mode. Still Image Mode Movie Mode Scene Mode (Text Mode)
  • Page 69: 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 Option PIC QUALITY/SIZE RAW(8M), RAW3:2(8M), F3264(8M), F3:2(8M), [N3264(8M)], N2592(5M), N2048(3M), N1280(1M), N640(VGA)
  • Page 70: 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 3 screens. When the " button is pressed at the bottom item, the next screen appears.
  • Page 71: 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. There are three types of picture quality modes: N (Normal), F (Fine), and R (RAW). Types of Modes You Can Select Symbol Mode Normal Mode...
  • Page 72 Combining Picture Quality Mode and Image Size. Mode Size 3264 X 2448 3264 X 2176 F (Fine) 3264 X 2448 3264 X 2176 N (Normal) 3264 X 2448 2592 X 1944 2048 X 1536 1280 X 960 640 X 480 In Movie Mode, 320 X 240 or 160 X 120 can be selected.
  • Page 73 Make sure the camera power is on and turn the mode dial to 5, P, A or M. Press the M/O button. The Shooting Setting menu appears. Press the " button to select [PIC QUALITY/SIZE] and press the $ button. Press the !"...
  • Page 74: 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 15 AF areas and focuses on 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 75 Changing the Auto Focusing Mode (MULTI AF/SPOT AF) Make sure the camera power is on and turn the mode dial to 5, P, A, M or 3. Press the M/O button. The Shooting Setting menu appears. Press the " button to select [FOCUS] and press the $ button.
  • Page 76: 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. When using a fixed shooting distance, it can be set to either Snapshot or Infinity (∞).
  • Page 77: Focus Bar

    Shooting with Manual Focusing Press the " button as required. Pressing the " button enlarges the display for easy focusing. Press the # button to display the focus bar. Press the 8 and 9 buttons for focusing. Pressing the 8 button moves the focus away from you. Pressing the 9 button brings the focus closer to you.
  • Page 78: Shooting At A Fixed Distance (Focus: Snap/ )

    Shooting at a Fixed Distance (FOCUS: SNAP/ 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. Make sure the camera power is on and turn the mode dial to 5, P, A, M or 3.
  • Page 79: 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 Description (No Symbol)
  • Page 80: Setting The Image Quality (Img Set)

    Setting the Image Quality (IMG SET) You can select an image quality type from Normal, Hard Tone, Soft Tone, Black and White, Setting 1, and Setting 2. Type Description Normal Normal image quality. Hard The contrast, sharpness, and color density are set at levels slightly higher than usual, making the image look hard.
  • Page 81 Setting the Values for [SETTING 1] or [SETTING 2] Make sure the camera power is on and turn the mode dial to 5, P, A or M. Press the M/O button. The Shooting Setting menu appears. Press the " button to select [IMG SET] and press the $ button.
  • Page 82: 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. •...
  • Page 83: 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. Make sure the camera power is on and turn the mode dial to 5, P, A or M.
  • Page 84 Note • This function is not available for Multi-Shot shooting (P.101) and Auto Bracket shooting (P.80). • The flash cannot be used. • If [B&W] is set for [IMG SET], the white balance bracket can be set but does not become valid.
  • Page 85: 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. Make sure the camera power is on and turn the mode dial to 5, P, A or M.
  • Page 86 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 87: 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. Voice recording can continue for up to eight seconds. Make sure the camera power is on and turn the mode dial to 5, P, A or M.
  • Page 88: 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. Make sure the camera power is on and turn the mode dial to 5, P, A or M.
  • Page 89: 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 90: 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 91 Press the M/O button. White Balance settings are completed and the symbol appears on the screen. This setting will be used for shooting until you change it. Setting the White Balance Manually (Manual Setting) Make sure the camera power is on and turn the mode dial to 5, P, A or M.
  • Page 92: White Balance

    Setting the White Balance (Detail) Make sure the camera power is on and turn the mode dial to 5, P, A or M. Press the ADJ. dial. The camera enters the ADJ. mode. Turn the ADJ. dial. Press the #$ buttons until the White Balance menu appears.
  • Page 93: 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.
  • Page 94: 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 M/O button. Press the !" button to select [RESTORE DEFAULTS] and press the $ button.
  • Page 95: 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. dial. This section explains easy ways with the ADJ.
  • Page 96: 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.40) 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 97: Using The Self-Timer

    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. Make sure the camera power is on and turn the mode dial to 5, P, A, M or 4.
  • Page 98: Shooting With The Aperture Set (Aperture Priority Mode)

    Shooting with the Aperture Set (Aperture Priority Mode) To shoot with the aperture fixed, follow the steps below. Turn the Mode Dial to A (Aperture Priority mode) to set the aperture manually. When you select the Aperture Priority mode, the camera automatically sets the shutter speed according to the manually set aperture.
  • Page 99: Shooting With The Aperture And Shutter Speed Set (Manual Exposure Mode)

    Shooting with the Aperture and Shutter Speed Set (Manual Exposure Mode) Turning the Mode Dial to M (Manual Exposure mode) allows you to set the shutter speed manually. If you set the shutter speed, you can shoot at this shutter speed and the camera-set aperture.
  • Page 100 The indicator shows the range from -2EV to +2EV. If this range is exceeded, the indicator turns orange. If the difference in exposure is within the range of the indicator, the indication on the LCD monitor changes. Turn the up-down dial to change the F-value and turn the ADJ.
  • Page 101: Shooting With The Aperture And Shutter Speed Changed (Program Shift Mode)

    Shooting with the Aperture and Shutter Speed Changed (Program Shift Mode) To shoot with the combination of the aperture and shutter speed (program) changed, follow the steps below. Turn the Mode Dial to P. Half-press the shutter button. The current combination of the F-value and shutter speed appears on the LCD monitor.
  • Page 102 Note The program diagram is shown below. The above diagram is created with the flash mode set to FLASH OFF and the ISO sensitivity to AUTO (ISO 100). The gray portion shows the range where the programmed combination can be shifted. It varies with Ev. Ev10 Ev11 Ev12 Ev13 Ev14 Ev15 Ev16 Ev17 1/15 1/30...
  • Page 103: 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 104 Note • This function cannot be used when [PIC QUALITY/SIZE] is set to RAW. • 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.
  • Page 105: 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.49) and select the still image with the #$ buttons for playback.
  • Page 106: 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 107: Shooting/Playing Back Movies

    Shooting/Playing Back Movies Shooting Movies You can shoot movies with sound. You can select the image size, either 320 x 240 or 160 x 120 pixels. Each movie you shoot is recorded as one AVI file. Turn the Mode Dial to 3. Press the shutter release button.
  • Page 108 Caution • While shooting movies, operation sounds may be recorded. • The maximum recording time per shooting depends on your card. Even within the maximum recording time, some cards may end shooting. Note • The flash cannot be used. • When you pressed the shutter button in step 2, the shot comes into focus and the white balance is fixed.
  • Page 109: 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 110: Recording/Playing Back Sound

    Recording/Playing Back Sound Recording Sound You can record sound. Recorded data is stored as a WAV file. Turn the mode dial to SCENE. If the camera is in Text Mode, change it to Voice Memo Mode. 1. Press the $ button. The scene selection screen appears.
  • Page 111: 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 112: 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.112 DPOF Select/Deselect 1 FILE, Select/Deselect ALL FILES, Select Multi-files P.115 RESIZE 1280, 640 COPY TO CARD...
  • Page 113: 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 114: 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 115: Protecting All Files

    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 " button to select [PROTECT] and press the $ button. Press the !" button to select [ALL FILES].
  • Page 116: 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 117: 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 118: 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 119: 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 120: 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 • Still images with voice memos, movies, and images shot in the RAW mode (RAW3264/ RAW3:2) cannot be resized.
  • Page 121: 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 123: Chapter 3 Changing Camera Settings

    Chapter Changing Camera Settings Changing Camera Settings... 122...
  • Page 124: 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.67) or Playback Setting menu (see P.110). The SETUP menu enables you to set the items listed in the table below. *Among the choices listed in the table below, default values at purchase are enclosed in [ ].
  • Page 125: 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 126: 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 127: 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 128: 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.123. Press the " button to select [LCD BRIGHTNESS] and press the $ button.
  • Page 129: Setting A Function To The Adj. Dial (Adj Btn.set. 1/2)

    Setting a Function to the ADJ. dial (ADJ BTN.SET. 1/2) The ADJ. dial allows you to display the exposure correction screen and white- balance setting screen with fewer button operations. Functions that can be displayed by pressing the ADJ. dial can be assigned to [ADJ.
  • Page 130: 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 131: 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 132: 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.123. Press the "...
  • Page 133: 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 one second, but this can be changed. Possible Settings OFF (Photo not displayed for confirmation) 0.5 Second...
  • Page 134: 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 135 • 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.161), designating a file name same as the one that already exists in the destination folder, the file is renamed before saving to avoid overwrite problems.
  • Page 136: 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.123. Press the "...
  • Page 137: Changing The Display Language (Language/ )

    Changing the Display Language (LANGUAGE/ You can change the language displayed on the LCD Monitor. Possible Settings ENGLISH *Setting upon purchase DEUTSCH FRANÇAIS ITALIANO ESPAÑOL To change the display language, follow the steps below. Display the setup menu. For detailed operation, see P.123. Press the "...
  • Page 138: 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 139: 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 140: Changing The Usb Communication System (Usb Connection)

    Mac OS X 10.1.2 to 10.4 For those: 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 141 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.161.
  • Page 142 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 143: 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 Remove Hardware Safely icon at the right end of the task bar. Select [USB Large-capacity Storage Device] and click [Stop].
  • Page 144: 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 145: Setting The Color Space (Color Space Set)

    Setting the Color Space (COLOR SPACE SET) You can select a color space between sRGB (a standard color space used in the digital world) and Adobe RGB (a color space wider than sRGB). Adobe RGB supported by this camera is compatible with the color space that Adobe Systems Inc.
  • Page 146 When selecting [AdobeRGB] Press the !" buttons to select [AdobeRGB]. Press the M/O or # button. A confirmation message appears to ask whether you are certain to select Abobe RGB. If you pressed the # button in step 4, press the M/O button.
  • Page 147: Setting The Af Auxiliary Light (Af Aux. Light)

    Setting the AF Auxiliary Light (AF AUX. LIGHT) You can set whether to set off the AF auxiliary lamp when shooting in the Auto Focus mode. When ON is selected, the AF auxiliary lamp goes on to measure the focal distance before shooting as required. Display the setup menu.
  • Page 148: Setting Whether To Use Digital Zooming (Digital Zoom)

    Setting Whether to Use Digital Zooming (DIGITAL ZOOM) You can set whether to use digital zooming or not. When ON (use of digital zooming) is selected, the 8/9 button works as a digital zoom button. If this is set to OFF (not use), the exposure compensation or the white balance function can be assigned to the 8/9 button.
  • Page 149: Changing The Zoom Button Setting (Zoom Btn. Set.)

    Changing the Zoom Button Setting (ZOOM BTN. SET.) When you do not use digital zooming, you can assign the exposure compensation or white balancing function to the zoom button (8/9 button). To change the zoom button setting, follow the steps below. Display the setup menu.
  • Page 150: Registering The Power-On Settings (Reg. My Settings)

    (REG. MY SETTINGS) The My Setting function allows you to make your desired settings to be used at power-on. For example, when a digital camera is used in common by multiple persons, each person can use the camera without regard to the settings made by the person who used the camera previously because the camera settings are restored to the administrator settings each time the camera is turned on.
  • Page 151: Changing The Startup Settings (Start Setting)

    Changing the Startup Settings (START SETTING) To change the power-on setting using one of the current my settings, follow the steps below. Display the setup menu. For the operating procedure, see P.123. Press the " button to select [START SETTING] and press the $ button.
  • Page 153: Chapter 4 Installing Software

    Chapter Installing Software Installing the Provided Software (For Windows)..152 Installing the Provided Software (For Macintosh)... 171 Note The Caplio Software contained on the supplied CD-ROM is used for Ricoh digital camera series, GR DIGITAL and Caplio, in common.
  • Page 154: 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 155 Displays the home page of Adobe Systems Inc. (if connectable web site to Internet). When [Install the Software] is clicked: (P.157) The following software will be installed: Software Windows RICOH Gate La ImageMixer USB Driver WIA Driver XP:Windows XP Description Downloads images.
  • Page 156 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. For the latest information about the ImageMixer, access the Web page of Pixela Co., Ltd.
  • Page 157 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 158: 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 159: 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 160: 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 161: 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 162 • 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 163: 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.138).
  • Page 164: 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 165 Scanner and Camera Wizard, select [Scanner and Camera Wizard]. Leaving the [Always use this program for this action] check box unchecked will cause the [GR DIGITAL] 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.
  • Page 166 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.138. At the time of purchase, [Original] is selected.
  • Page 167 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 168: 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 169: 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 170: 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 171: 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 172: 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 173: 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 174 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 following 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 175: 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...
  • Page 176: Installing The Software On Your Computer (Mac Os 8.6 To 9.2.2)

    To remove (uninstall) the software: To remove (uninstall) the software from your Macintosh, drag and drop the installed file into the Trash. File Name RICOH Gate La RICOH Gate La Prefs Caplio Mounter Caplio Mounter Prefs Caplio USB Driver Caplio Lib...
  • Page 177: 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 178 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 179: Installing Adobe" Photoshop" Elements (Trial Version)

    Installing Adobe (Trial Version)  The supplied Adobe Photoshop image editing software. With this software, you can read and process the files shot in the RAW mode (P.69).  To install Adobe Photoshop steps below. Operating system supported Windows 2000 Professional, Service Pack 4 and later Windows XP Home Edition/Professional, Service Pack 1 and later Mac OS X 10.2.8 Mac OS X 10.3...
  • Page 180: For Macintosh

    For Macintosh Turn on the computer and insert the supplied Adobe  Photoshop ROM driver. Double-click the CD-ROM drive icon. Double-click "pse3_mac_ue.dmg".  An Adobe Photoshop Double-click "Adobe Photoshop Elements.pkg". Install Adobe following the messages displayed on the LCD monitor. Reference •...
  • Page 181: Chapter 5 Troubleshooting

    Chapter Troubleshooting Troubleshooting ... 180 Appendices ... 187 Caution Never use any battery other than the specified one. Reference For the applicable battery, see P.19.
  • Page 182: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Troubleshooting the Camera Power Supply Symptom Cause The power does not come Batteries are not loaded. Or they are exhausted. The battery is unacceptable. The AC Adapter is not connected correctly. The camera is automatically turned off by Auto Power-off. The battery is loaded in wrong orientation.
  • Page 183 Shooting Symptom Cause The camera does not Batteries are not loaded. Or they are shoot even if you press exhausted. the shutter release button. The power is not turned on or the camera is not in the shooting mode. The shutter button is not pressed all the way.
  • Page 184 Symptom Cause The flash does not fire. Or Flashing is prohibited in the following the flash cannot recharge. statuses: - White Balance Bracket enabled - Continuous Shooting Mode - Movie Mode The flash is set to Flash Off. Batteries are running low. Your hand is on the popup or strobe section of the flash.
  • Page 185: About The Software

    Playback/Deleting Symptom Cause The camera is not in Playback Mode. Press the 6 (Playback) button. Cannot Playback. Or the Playback screen does not The VIDEO/AV cable is not come out. connected properly. The video format is set wrong. The contents of SD No memory card is loaded.
  • Page 186: Other Problems

    Other Problems Symptom Cause Cannot load the Memory The card is facing the wrong way. Card. Even when the camera's Batteries are 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 batteries were removed.
  • Page 187: 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 188 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 189: Appendices

    Appendices A. Specifications General Video Signal Format NTSC, PAL Power Source Voltage AAA Dry Alkaline Batteries (1.5 V) X 2 Rechargeable Battery (3.7 V) X 1 External Part (AC Adapter); 3.8 V External Dimensions 107.0 mm (W) x 58.0 mm (H) x25.0 mm (D) (excluding projecting parts) Weight Camera: Approximately 170 g (Excluding the battery, SD memory card, and strap) Tripod hole shape...
  • Page 190 • ISO Sensitivity • Aperture F-value Distance Control • AF Method • AF Measurement Range Internal Flash • Method • Shooting Distance • Operating Modes • Date Maintain Time Image Data Record/Replay Part Pixels • Still Images • Text • Movies File Formats •...
  • Page 191: Recommended Parts

    B. Recommended Parts Recommended external flashes are as follows: Distributor Sigma Sigma When using a recommended flash, follow the steps below. Select FLASH OFF as the flash mode of the built-in flash. (P.44) Turn off the camera and flash. Attach the external flash to the hot shoe on the camera. Turn on the external flash.
  • Page 192: Menu Items By Mode

    C. Menu Items By Mode *Among the choices listed in the table below, default values at purchase are enclosed in [ ]. Shooting Menu (Movie Mode) Setting MOVIE SIZE FOCUS WHITE BALANCE Shooting Menu (Text Mode) Setting DENSITY SIZE IMAGE WITH SOUND DATE IMPRINT D.
  • Page 193 Mode Function USB CONNECTION ENLGE PHOTO ICON COLOR SPACE SET DIGITAL ZOOM AF AUX. LIGHT Shooting PIC QUALITY/SIZE MOVIE SIZE (Movie Mode) O SIZE (Text Mode) DENSITY (Text Mode) FOCUS PHOTOMETRY CONT. MODE IMG SET AUTO BRACKET INTERVAL IMAGE WITH SOUND DATE IMPRINT EXPOSURE COMP.
  • Page 194: Number Of Images That Can Be Stored In Internal Memory/Sd Memory Card

    E. 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 onto an SD memory card at various image size and picture quality settings. Picture Mode Image Size Quality...
  • Page 195: Operations That Can Be Performed With The Up-Down Dial And Adj. Dial

    F. Operations that can be Performed with the Up-down Dial and ADJ. Dial Tuning the up-down dial and ADJ. dial and pressing the ADJ. dial just like a pushbutton allows you to perform various camera operations. Operations that can be performed with the up-down dial and ADJ.
  • Page 196: Using Your Camera Abroad

    G. Using Your Camera Abroad AC Adapter (Model AC-4c) Can be used in regions with a current of 120V, 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 197: Cautions On Use

    H. Cautions on Use • This product is for domestic use. The warranty is only valid domestically. • 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 198: 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 199: 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 200: 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 201: 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: GR DIGITAL This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:...
  • Page 202: Index

    PROTECT ... 112 Rechargeable Battery ... 10 REG. MY SETTING ... 148 RESIZE ... 118 RESTORE DEFAULTS ... 92 RICOH Gate La ... 153, 171 Scene ... 47 SD Memory Card ... 22 Self-timer ... 95 SEQUENTIAL NO..132 Shooting Menu (Movie Mode) ...
  • Page 203 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 204: If A Problem Arises

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

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