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Preface
This manual provides information on how to use the shooting and playback functions of this product, as well as warnings on
its use. To make the best use of this product's functions, read this manual thoroughly before use. Please keep this manual
handy for ease of reference.
Ricoh Co., Ltd.

About This Manual

The LCD Monitor Display examples and sample images shown in this manual are created for the purpose of explanation.
The actual display may be different.

Safety Precautions

For the safe use of your camera, be sure to read Safety Precautions thoroughly before use.
Test shooting
Please be sure to do some test shooting to make sure it is recording properly before using it for real.
Copyright
Reproduction or alteration of copyrighted documents, magazines, music and other materials, other than for personal, home
or similarly limited purposes, without the consent of the copyright holder is prohibited.
Exemption from Liability
Ricoh Co., Ltd. assumes no liability for failure to record or play back images caused by malfunction of this product.
Warranty
This product is manufactured to local specifications and the warranty is valid within the country of purchase. Should the prod-
uct fail or malfunction while you are abroad, the manufacturer assumes no responsibility for servicing the product locally or
bearing the expenditure incurred therefor.
Radio Interference
Operating this product in the vicinity of other electronic equipment may adversely affect the performance of both devices. In
particular, operating the camera close to a radio or television may lead to interference. If interference occurs, follow the pro-
cedures below.
• Move the camera as far away as possible from the TV, radio or other device.
• Reorient the TV or radio antenna.
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  • Page 1: About This Manual

    Exemption from Liability Ricoh Co., Ltd. assumes no liability for failure to record or play back images caused by malfunction of this product. Warranty This product is manufactured to local specifications and the warranty is valid within the country of purchase. Should the prod- uct fail or malfunction while you are abroad, the manufacturer assumes no responsibility for servicing the product locally or bearing the expenditure incurred therefor.
  • Page 2 This publication may not be reproduced in whole or in part without the express written permission of Ricoh. (C) 2004 RICOH CO.,LTD. All rights reserved. The contents of this document may be changed in the future, without prior notice. This booklet was created with thorough attention to the content. If, however, you have a question, spot an error, or find a description lacking, please refer to the end of this booklet for information on how to contact us.
  • Page 3 The symbol may be combined with other symbols to indicate that a specific action is prohibited. Examples Do not touch Do not disassemble Observe the following precautions to ensure safe use of this equipment. Danger Do not attempt to disassemble, repair or alter the equipment yourself. The high-voltage circuitry in the equipment poses significant electrical hazard.
  • Page 4 • SKIN: If any of the liquid crystal gets on your skin, wipe it off and rinse the affected area thoroughly with water, then wash well with soap. • EYES: If it gets in your eyes, wash your eyes with clean water for at least 15 minutes and seek medical advice immedi- ately.
  • Page 5 Do not use the equipment near flammable gases, gasoline, benzine, thinner or similar substances to avoid the risk of explosion, fire or burns. Do not use the equipment in aircraft or other locations where usage is restricted or prohibited as this may lead to disas- ters or accidents.

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Contents Getting to Know Your Camera ..................8 Package Contents ............................8 Names of Parts............................. 9 Mode Dial ..............................11 LCD Monitor Indicator ..........................12 Getting Started ......................14 Installing Batteries ............................14 Attaching the Hand Strap ........................... 15 Inserting an SD Memory Card (optional accessory)................... 15 Setting the Date and Time..........................
  • Page 7 Appendices ......................... 57 A. Specifications............................57 B. Using Your Camera Abroad........................58 C. Cautions on Use ............................. 58 D. Care and Storage ........................... 59 E. Troubleshooting ............................60 F. WarrantyandServicing..........................64 Telephone Support Numbers in Europe..............66 Ricoh Offices......................66...

  • Page 8: Getting To Know Your Camera

    Getting to Know Your Camera Package Contents Carefully unpack your camera and ensure that you have the following items: • Digital camera • USB cable • Video cable • Software CD-ROM • Camera strap • User's manual • Camera pouch •...

  • Page 9: Names Of Parts

    Names of Parts...

  • Page 10: Power Button

    Mode dial "Arrow button(down) / Pause button O OK button Shutter button P Power button M Menu button D Delete button Self-timer LED Flash DISP. Display button Lens/Lens cover Tripod socket Viewfinder window Battery cover Viewfinder LED Jack cover Viewfinder -Video OUT jack LCD monitor -USB connector...

  • Page 11: Mode Dial

    Mode Dial Movie mode Manual record mode Record mode Playback mode Setup mode Mode Description 3Movie Use this mode to record movies. M5 Manual record mode Use this mode to take still images by manually adjusting camera settings such as white balance, EV compensation and sharpness.

  • Page 12: Lcd Monitor Indicator

    LCD Monitor Indicator The displayed indicators when recording images: The displayed indicators when recording movies:...
  • Page 13 The displayed indicators when playing images back: The displayed indicators when playing movies back:...

  • Page 14: Getting Started

    Getting Started You can use either 2 AA size batteries (Alkaline, Ni-MH) to power the camera. Installing Batteries Make sure the camera is turned off. Slide the battery cover. Insert the batteries, noting correct polarity (+ and -). Close the battery cover firmly. Note •...

  • Page 15: Attaching The Hand Strap

    Attaching the Hand Strap To prevent accidental dropping of the camera, always use the strap. Attach the hand strap as follows: Thread the small loop of the hand strap through the strap eyelet on the camera. Pull the large loop through the small loop until the strap is firmly secured.

  • Page 16: Setting The Date And Time

    Note • To prevent valuable data from being accidentally erased from an SD memory card you can slide the write protect tab (on the side of the SD memory card) to "LOCK".. • To save, edit, or erase data on an SD memory card, you must unlock the card.

  • Page 17: Record Mode

    Record Mode Taking Pictures Your camera is equipped with both an optical viewfinder and a 1.5" LCD monitor to compose images. Taking images using the optical viewfinder will conserve battery power. If your batteries are low, it is recom-mended that you only compose images by using the viewfinder.

  • Page 18: Using The Lcd Monitor

    Using the LCD monitor Turn the camera on by pressing the POWER button. Set the mode dial to the 5 mode or the M5 mode. By default, the LCD monitor is on. Put the subject of your photo right in the middle and press the shutter release button half-way.

  • Page 19: Using The Optical Zoom

    Using the Optical Zoom The lens moves when using zoom photography. Zoom photography allows you to take telephoto and wide-angle shots. The subject appears closer by pressing the z button and appears farther away by pressing the Z button. Set the mode dial to the 5 mode or the M5 mode. If required, turn on the LCD monitor by pressing the DISP.

  • Page 20: Digital Zoom Photography

    Digital Zoom Photography Using digital zoom, images appear closer. Whereas digital zoom is a compelling feature, the more an image is enlarged (zoomed), the more pixilated (grainier) the image will appear. The digital zoom function is only available when you set the LCD monitor and the digital zoom to on.

  • Page 21: Self-Timer Photography

    Self-timer Photography When the self-timer is used, the camera automatically takes a picture after 10 or 2 seconds. This allows you to get into the scene when taking group images. Secure the camera to a tripod or place it on a stable surface. Power on the camera, and set the mode dial to the 5 mode or the M5 mode.

  • Page 22: Using The Macro Mode

    Using the Macro Mode Use the macro (close-up) mode to shoot a close-up of a subject. Set the mode dial to the 5 mode or the M5 mode. Press the N button. The N icon appears on the LCD monitor. Compose the scene.

  • Page 23: Setting The Flash

    Setting the Flash The flash is designed to function automatically when lighting conditions warrant the use of flash. You can take an image using a flash mode suitable to your circumstances. Set the mode dial to the 5 mode or the M5 mode. By default, your camera is set to [Flash Off].

  • Page 24: Setting Image Resolution And Quality

    Setting Image Resolution and Quality To change image resolution and quality settings: Set the mode dial to the 5 mode or the M5 mode. Press the MENU button. Press the ! or " button to select [IMAGE SIZE] or [QUALITY], and press the $ button. Change the settings with the ! or "...
  • Page 25 Number of Recordable Images The frame counter indicates the approximate number of images that can be stored on the internal memory or the SD mem- ory card at the camera's image quality and size settings. The number of recordable images may vary depending on the recorded subject and the capacity of the memory card, or if there are files other than images, or when the recording is made while switching the picture quality/resolution.

  • Page 26: Taking Pictures Manually

    Taking Pictures Manually You can take pictures by manually adjusting conditions such as white balance, EV compensation and sharpness. For white balance, EV compensation or sharpness information, refer to WHITE BALANCE (P.44), EV COMPENSATION (P.44) or SHARPNESS (P.45) in Manual Record menu. To take pictures manually: Set the camera on by pressing the POWER button.

  • Page 27: Playback Mode

    Playback Mode In the 6 mode, you can view, magnify your images or play movies back. This mode even provides thumbnail images display and slide show, allowing you to quickly search for the image that you want or play the images back one by one automatically. Playing Back Photographed Images (Single-Frame Playback) Play back photographed still images one image at a time.

  • Page 28: Displaying Thumbnail Images

    Displaying Thumbnail Images This function allows you to view thumbnail images on the LCD monitor simultaneously so that you may search for a particular image. Set the mode dial to the 6 mode. The last recorded image appears on the LCD monitor. Press the ! button.

  • Page 29: Zoom Playback

    Zoom Playback While reviewing your images, you may enlarge a selected portion of an image. This magnification allows you to view fine details. movies cannot be displayed using the zoom playback feature. Set the mode dial to the 6 mode. The last recorded image appears on the LCD monitor.

  • Page 30: Slideshow Display

    Slideshow Display The slideshow function enables you to playback your images automatically in sequential order as a slide show. This is a very useful and entertaining feature for reviewing recorded images and for presentation. Set the mode dial to the 6 mode. Press the MENU button.

  • Page 31: Movie Mode

    Movie Mode Recording movies The movie mode allows you to record movies at a resolution of 320x240 pixels. Caution Voice cannot be recorded with this camera. Turn the camera on by pressing the POWER button. Set the mode dial to the 3 mode. The recordable movie time displays on the LCD monitor.

  • Page 32: Viewing Movies

    Viewing movies Play back movies recorded on the camera. To view the recorded movies, follow the steps below: Set the mode dial to the 6 mode with the camera powered on. Select the movie that you want to view by using the # or $ button. Press the "( ) button to start.

  • Page 33: Deleting Images

    Deleting Images You can delete one image/movie or all images/movies at a time by pressing the button. To delete one image at a time: Set the mode dial to the 5 mode, the M5 mode or the 6 mode. In the 5 mode or the M5 mode, only the last recorded image can be erased. In the 6 mode, select the image that you want to view by using the # or $ but- ton.
  • Page 34 To delete all images at once: Set the mode dial to the 5 mode, the M5 mode or the 6 mode. Press the D button. Select [DELETE ALL] by using the ! or " button, and then press the OK button. "DELETE ALL?"...

  • Page 35: Formatting The Sd Memory Card

    Formatting the SD Memory Card Formatting the SD card will erase all the images on the SD memory card. Be sure the SD memory card is properly inserted into the camera before formatting it. Set the mode dial to the 5 mode, the M5 mode or the 6 mode. Press the D button.
  • Page 36 Note • The SD memory card cannot be formatted when it is locked. Unlock the SD memory card first. • Formatting the SD memory card also erases the protected images. All data other than images are also erased. Before formatting the card, make sure that none of the images on the card are still required. •...

  • Page 37: Protecting Images

    Protecting Images This feature prevents images from being deleted accidentally (Protect). Set the mode dial to the 6 mode. Select the image that you want to protect by using the # or $ button. Press the MENU button. Press the ! or " button to select [PROTECT], and press the $ button.

  • Page 38: Setting The Dpof

    Setting the DPOF DPOF is the standard for recording printing information directly on the SD memory cards and other media. Files saved in the DPOF format can be printed using compatible printers or through laboratory printing service. Set the mode dial to the 6 mode. Select the image that you want to set the DPOF setting by using the # or $ button.

  • Page 39: Viewing On A Television

    Viewing on a Television You can also view the still images and movies you have taken on a TV screen. The camera displays everything on the TV screen just as on its LCD Monitor. To use your television for viewing, connect your camera to the television with the Video cable that came with your camera. Securely connect the Video cable to the Video In terminal on the television.

  • Page 40: Menu Options

    Menu Options Record Menu Record menu items: IMAGE SIZE, QUALITY, DIGITAL ZOOM, PREVIEW and LCD BRIGHTNESS. Set the mode dial to the 5 mode. Press the MENU button. Move to the desired menu item by using the ! or " button, and press the $ button. Change the setting by using the ! or "...

  • Page 41: Image Size

    IMAGE SIZE Set the desired image size. : 2048x1536 pixels : 1600x1200 pixels : 1280x960 pixels : 1024x768 pixels : 640x480 pixels QUALITY Set the compression ratio at which the image is to be recorded. : Fine: Offers higher image quality compared to Normal, though the compres- sion ratio is lowered.
  • Page 42 PREVIEW Set to display a photographed image on LCD monitor immediately after you have taken the shot. OFF: Do not display preview ON: Display preview LCD BRIGHTNESS This option adjusts the brightness of the LCD monitor.

  • Page 43: Manual Record Menu

    Manual Record Menu anual Record menu items: IMAGE SIZE, QUALITY, EV COMPENSATION, ISO, WHITE BALANCE, DIGITAL ZOOM PRE- VIEW, LCD BRIGHTNESS and SHARPNESS. Set the mode dial to the M5 mode. Press the MENU button. Move to the desired menu item by using the ! or " button,and press the $ button. Change the setting by using the ! or "...

  • Page 44: White Balance

    EV COMPENSATION Your camera adjusts the exposure of each scene automatically. However, if the subject is very dark, or very bright, you may override the camera automatic exposure determination to make the subject brighter or darker. This is called EV compen- sation.
  • Page 45 DIGITAL ZOOM Refer to DIGITAL ZOOM in Record menu (P.41). PREVIEW Refer to PREVIEW in Record menu (P.42). LCD BRIGHTNESS Refer to LCD BRIGHTNESS in Record menu (P.42). SHARPNESS Set the level of image sharpness. HARD: Sharpen the edge of the image detail NORMAL: Leave the image detail as captured SOFT: Soften the edge of the image detail for special effect...

  • Page 46: Movie Menu

    Movie Menu Movie menu items: EV COMPENSATION, ISO, WHITE BALANCE and LCD BRIGHTNESS. Caution Voice cannot be recorded with this camera. Set the mode dial to the 3 mode. Press the MENU button. Move to the desired menu item by using the ! or " button, and press the $ button. Change the setting by using the ! or "...

  • Page 47: Playback Menu

    Playback Menu Playback menu items: SLIDE SHOW, PROTECT, LCD BRIGHTNESS, COPY TO SD CARD and DPOF. Set the mode dial to the 6 mode. Press the MENU button. Move to the desired menu item by using the ! or " button, and press the $ button. Change the setting by using the ! or "...
  • Page 48 PROTECT This feature prevents images from being deleted accidentally. Refer to section in this manual titled PROTECTING IMAGES for further detail (P.37). LCD BRIGHTNESS Refer to LCD BRIGHTNESS in Record menu (P.42). COPY TO SD CARD This feature allows you to copy your images from the camera's internal memory to a memory card.

  • Page 49: Setup Menu

    Setup Menu Setup menu items: BEEP, AUTO POWER OFF, RESET, DATE TYPE, DATE SETUP, VIDEO MODE, FRAME NO. RESET, LANGUAGE and VERSION. Set the mode dial to the SETUP mode. Move to the desired menu item by using the ! or " button, and press the $ button. Change the setting by using the ! or "...

  • Page 50: Auto Power Off

    AUTO POWER OFF If no operation is performed for a specific period of time, the power to the camera is automatically turned off. This feature is useful to reduce battery wear. [1 MIN], [3 MIN], [5 MIN] Note • This function is not activated during slideshow display or while connecting the camera to your computer. •...
  • Page 51 VIDEO MODE Set the video output format for displaying recorded images on a television. NTSC: NTSC system (used in Japan and other countries) PAL: PAL system (used in Europe and else-where) FRAME NO. RESET Set whether or not to reset the file and folder number when you take photographs. (Default reset, folder number is 100 and file number is 0001) NO: Does not reset the folder and file number YES: Reset the folder and file number...

  • Page 52: Transferring Recorded Images/Movies To Your Computer

    Transferring Recorded Images/movies to Your Computer To transfer images/movies from the camera to your computer, follow these steps: Step 1: Installing the USB driver Step 2: Connecting the camera to your computer Step 3: Downloading images/movies System Requirements (Windows) System Requirements (Macintosh) Pentium 166 MHz or higher PowerPC G3/G4 or higher Windows 98/98SE/Me/2000/XP...
  • Page 53 Step 1: Installing the USB Driver The USB driver on the CD-ROM is exclusively for Windows 98 and Mac OS 8.6 computers. Insert the CD-ROM that came with the camera into your CD-ROM drive. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation. After the USB driver has been installed, restart your computer.
  • Page 54 Windows Open the "removable disk" by double clicking on it. Double click on the folder. Your images are inside the folder(s). Select the images that you want, then choose "Copy" from the "Edit" menu. Open the destination location and choose "Paste" from the "Edit"...

  • Page 55: Photosuite

    PhotoSuite PhotoSuite is a very user-friendly image-editing program. With PhotoSuite, you can breezily retouch, compose and organize your images. It contains a variety of templates, such as photo frames, birthday cards, calendars and more. Get your images ready and go explore this amazing program. To install PhotoSuite: 1.

  • Page 56: Photovista

    PhotoVista PhotoVista is an easy-to-use program that lets you create spectacular 360¢Xpanoramic images in a snap. When you view these panoramas, you get the experience of being totally immersed in a realistic environment. PhotoVista's powerful engine quickly and automatically stitches images together, and its intuitive interface will let even a novice get great results in minutes.

  • Page 57: Appendices

    Appendices A.Specifications Item Description Sensor 1/2.5” CCD sensor Effective pixels: 3.1 megapixels Image Resolution <Still Image> 2048 x 1536, 1600 x 1200, 1280 x 960, 1024 x 768, 640 x 480 <Movie> 320 x 240 1.5" color TFT LCD Self-timer 2-second, 10-second delay Shutter speed 1/4 to 1/2000 sec.

  • Page 58: Using Your Camera Abroad

    B. Using Your Camera Abroad The Warranty • This product is for domestic use. The warranty is only valid domestically. • In the unlikely event that a failure or breakdown should occur while abroad, please be aware there is no after-sales service or compensation for repairs.

  • Page 59: Care And Storage

    Conditions in which condensation may easily occur • When the camera is moved to an environment where the temperature differs greatly. • In humid places • In a room immediately after being heated, or when the camera is exposed directly to cooled air from an air-conditioner or another similar appliance D.

  • Page 60: Troubleshooting

    E. Troubleshooting Refer to the symptoms and measures listed below before sending the camera for repairs. If the problem persists, contact your nearest Ricoh Service Center. Power Supply Symptom Cause and Measure The power does not come on. Batteries are not loaded. Or they are exhausted.
  • Page 61 Symptom Cause and Measure The Memory Card does not have any free space. Load a new card, or delete unwanted files. End of Memory Card life. Load a new Memory Card. The SD Memory Card is "locked". Release the "Lock (write-protection)". The flash is recharging.
  • Page 62 Symptom Cause and Measure The image is too dark. The shot was taken in a dark place while set to flash off. Release the Flash Off with the F button. It is under-exposed. Use exposure compensation. Set to Exposure Time. The image is too bright.

  • Page 63: Other Problems

    Other Problems Symptom Cause and Measure Cannot load the Memory Card. The card is facing the wrong way. Load correctly. Even when the camera's but- Batteries are running low. tons are pressed, it does not If using alkaline batteries, replace with a new set. If using rechargeable batteries, recharge operate.

  • Page 64: F. Warranty And Servicing

    3. On the [Device Manager] screen displayed, click [+] on the left side of [Other Devices]. 4. Check if there is [Caplio RR330] below it. If there is, click [Caplio RR330], and then click the [Delete] button at the bottom of the [Device Manager] tab. The entry [Caplio RR330] is deleted.
  • Page 65 5. Expenses for overhaul and thorough inspection by special request of the customer will be charged to the customer, whether or not they are incurred during the warranty period. 6. This warranty only applies to the camera and not to the accessories, such as the case and strap, nor does it apply to the battery and other consumables provided.

  • Page 66: Telephone Support Numbers In Europe

    Ricoh Italia S.p.A. (PMMC ITALY) via Ponchielli,3 20063 Cernusco S/N Milano Italy RICOH HONG KONG LIMITED Personal Multimedia Products Center21/F., Tai Yau Building, 181 Johnston Road, Wan Chai, Hong Kong Ricoh Australia Pty. Ltd. 8 Rodborough Road Frenchs Forrest, N.S.W.2086 Australia...

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