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- Page 1 GXR MOUNT A12 Instruction Manual The serial number may be found on the bottom of the lens.
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Page 2: Package Contents
Package Contents Before using your Ricoh lens, confirm that the package contains the items listed below. Lens mount unit The serial number may be found on the bottom. Connector cap Comes attached to the lens mount unit. Mount cap Comes attached to the lens mount unit. - Page 3 Soft case Instruction manual (this manual) Warranty...
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Page 4: Introduction
See also the GXR Camera Body User Guide. 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. - Page 5 Exemption from liability Ricoh Co., Ltd. assumes no liability for failure to record or display images as a result of product malfunction. Warranty The warranty supplied with this product is only valid within the country of purchase.
- Page 6 © 2011 RICOH CO., LTD. All rights reserved. This publication may not be reproduced in whole or in part without Ricoh’s express written permission. Ricoh reserves the right to change the contents of this document at any time without prior notice.
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Page 7: Safety Precautions
Safety Precautions Warning Symbols Various symbols are used throughout this instruction manual and on the product to prevent physical harm to you or other people and damage to property. The symbols and their meanings are explained below. This symbol indicates matters that may lead to imminent risk of Danger death or serious injury if ignored or incorrectly handled. - Page 8 Sample Warnings symbol alerts you to actions that must be performed. symbol alerts you to prohibited actions. symbol may be combined with other symbols to indicate that a specific action is prohibited. Examples = Do not touch Observe the following precautions to ensure safe use of this unit. Do not attempt to disassemble, repair or alter the equipment yourself.
- Page 9 Warning Keep the equipment out of the reach of children. Do not touch the internal components of the equipment if they become exposed as a result of being dropped or damaged. The high-voltage circuitry in the equipment could lead to an electric shock. Remove the battery as soon as possible, being careful to avoid electric shocks or burns.
- Page 10 Do not allow the equipment to get wet. In addition, do not operate it with wet hands. Both pose the risk of electric shock. Safety Precautions for Accessories Caution When using optional products, carefully read the instructions provided with the product before using that product.
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Page 11: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Package Contents ... 2 Introduction ... 4 Safety Precautions ... 7 Names of Parts ...15 Upgrading the Product ...16 Updating the firmware ...16 Attaching the Lens ...19 Determining whether a lens can be used with the lens mount unit ...19 Attaching the Lens ...22 Removing the Lens ...22 Cleaning the sensor unit ...23 Shooting . - Page 12 Focus ...24 P: Program Shift Mode/A: Aperture Priority Mode ...24 S: Shutter Speed Priority Mode ...25 M: Manual Exposure Mode ...25 Addition of Scene Modes...26 Enlarging pictures [Enlrg Display] ...27 Registering Functions to the Up-down Dial ...28 Addition of Supported Sizes for Auto Resize Zoom ...28 Settings ...29 [Picture Quality/Size] ...29 Photographs ...30...
- Page 13 [Focus Assist] ...35 [Peripheral illum.]...35 [Distortion Correction] ...36 [Color shading correction] ...36 [Flash Shut Spd Lim] ...37 Key Custom Settings Tab Menu ...38 [Reg. My Settings] ...38 [Edit My Settings] ...38 [Shutter Button Confirmation] ...39 ADJ. Lever Settings ...39 [ADJ. Direct ISO Control] ...40 [Set Fn1/Fn2 Buttons]...40 [Delete My Settings] ...40 [Restore Defaults] ...41 [Zoom Button] ...41...
- Page 14 Setup Menu ...42 [ISO Auto-High Settings] ...42 [Digital Zoom Image] Setting ...42 [Target Zoom Play] ...43 Changing [Operation Sounds] ...43 [Zoom Display Release] ...44 [Focus assist selection]...44 Specifications ...45 Internal Memory/Memory Card Capacity ...50 Appendices ..53 Optional Accessories ...53 Precautions for Use ...54 Equipment Care and Storage ...56 Warranty and Servicing ...58...
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Page 15: Names Of Parts
Names of Parts 1 Connector 2 Lens release button 3 Body-side mount... -
Page 16: Upgrading The Product
Upgrading the Product Updating the firmware When you first attach the lens mount unit to the camera body, the version update function will start automatically if the firmware of the camera body need to be updated. In such case, update the firmware of the camera body using the following procedure. - Page 17 2 Turn on the camera body. • A confirmation message about updating the firmware appears. 3 Press the Fn1/Fn2 buttons to select [Yes] and then press the MENU/ OK button. • The firmware update begins and the following messages appear on the picture display. [Checking rewrite file] [Rewriting program] The camera restarts and the firmware version will be displayed, and then the update will be completed.
- Page 18 Alternatively, with the camera off, keep the 6 (Play) button pressed for more than 1 second while holding the – button pressed down. The firmware version will appear for about 20 seconds. • For the latest information on firmware updates, see the Ricoh Web site (http://www.ricoh.com/r_dc/).
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Page 19: Attaching The Lens
Attaching the Lens Determining whether a lens can be used with the lens mount unit Check to see if your lens can be attached to the lens mount unit. 1 Line up the holes on the lens checker with the tabs on the lens mount, and slide the lens checker straight onto the lens. • Slide it on so that it lightly rests on the lens. - Page 20 2 Place the lens on a flat surface, and check it from the side, edge-on. • Check to make sure that the lens checker and the lens mount side are firmly attached to each other with no gaps. The lens cannot be attached in the following cases: The lens is sticking out of the top of the lens checker. There are gaps between the lens checker and the lens mount.
- Page 21 • With retractable lenses, check the lens with it retracted. • For the latest information on lenses that can be attached to the lens mount unit, refer to the Ricoh website (http://www.ricoh.com/r_dc/). Please note, however, that a lens may not be available for attachment depending on its condition.
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Page 22: Attaching The Lens
Attaching the Lens 1 Line up the mark on the lens with the red mark on the lens mount unit, and attach the lens straight onto the lens mount unit. 2 Turn the lens to the right until the lens lock pin lines up with the lens lock groove. Removing the Lens 1 Turn the lens to the left while pressing the lens release button until the mark on the lens lines up with the red mark on the lens mount unit. 2 Pull the lens straight out to remove it. Caution ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- For more information on the lens, refer to the lens instruction manual and other related documents. -
Page 23: Cleaning The Sensor Unit
Cleaning the sensor unit Follow the steps outlined below to clean the sensor. 1 Turn on the power. 2 Slide the POWER switch to OFF while pushing the N button. • Turn off power with the shutter left open. 3 Clean the unit using a blower from a camera supply store. 4 Once done cleaning, turn the power on and then off again. Caution ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- • Do not touch the sensor or shutter. • The color may fade if the sensor is subjected to intense light for long periods of time. -
Page 24: Shooting
Shooting Focus The only focus mode available is MF (Manual Focus). Adjust the focus manually using the lens. Note -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Using [Enlrg Display] (GP. 27) or [Focus Assist] (GP. 35) from the shooting menu will make it easier to check the focus. P: Program Shift Mode/A: Aperture Priority Mode P: Program Shift Mode and A: Aperture Priority Mode operate in the same way as c: Auto Shooting Mode. -
Page 25: S: Shutter Speed Priority Mode
S: Shutter Speed Priority Mode If [Auto] or [Auto-Hi] is selected for the ISO setting, the exposure will be adjusted to the proper exposure within the ISO range while the camera is in shutter speed priority mode. M: Manual Exposure Mode If [Auto] or [Auto-Hi] is selected for ISO Setting, ISO will be fixed at 200 while the camera is in manual exposure mode. -
Page 26: Addition Of Scene Modes
Addition of Scene Modes [Miniaturize], [High Contrast B&W], [Soft Focus], [Cross Process], [Toy Camera], and [Electronic Shutter] have been added to Scene Mode. [Electronic Shutter] allows you to take pictures without worrying about the shutter release sound or vibrations. You can select a shutter speed between 1/8000 sec. -
Page 27: Enlarging Pictures [Enlrg Display]
Enlarging pictures Pressing and holding down the MENU/OK button enlarges and displays the center. Pressing and holding down the MENU/OK button again enlarges the center and displays the enlarged part over the entire screen. Pressing and holding the MENU/OK button again returns to normal display. You can set the display magnification by pressing and holding down the t (Self-timer) button or by selecting [Magnification Ratio] from the shooting menu. -
Page 28: Registering Functions To The Up-Down Dial
Note -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- • The display returns to the normal display when exposure compensation is executed, or with the Direct button, in Enlarged View mode. • If AE Lock is turned on before the entire image is enlarged, AE will continue to run during Enlarged View, and pictures will be captured at the locked AE settings. -
Page 29: Settings
Settings [Picture Quality/Size] The following picture quality, image size and aspect ratio options are available for the [Picture Quality/Size] setting. A photograph‘s file size will depend on the combination of picture quality and image size used. When recording movies, you can select the [Movie Size]. -
Page 30: Photographs
Photographs Item Aspect ratio 16:9 * 3:2 * 1:1 * L (Large) 16:9 * 3:2 * 1:1 * M (Middle) 16:9 * 3:2 * 1:1 * Compression FINE/NORMAL/VGA * FINE/NORMAL/VGA * FINE/NORMAL/VGA * FINE/NORMAL/VGA * FINE/NORMAL FINE/NORMAL FINE/NORMAL FINE/NORMAL FINE/NORMAL FINE/NORMAL FINE/NORMAL FINE/NORMAL... -
Page 31: Movies
Item Aspect ratio When [RAW] is selected, this is the setting used for the JPEG copy. Depending on the area photographed, black bands may appear on the top and bottom of the picture display. Depending on the area photographed, black bands may appear at the right and left sides of the picture display. -
Page 32: [Noise Reduction]
[Noise Reduction] Perform noise reduction from [Off ], [Auto], [Weak], [Strong], or [MAX]. The time required to record images varies with the option selected. Caution ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- You cannot use this function when [Portrait], [Sports], [Miniaturize], [High Contrast B&W], [Soft Focus], [Cross Process], [Toy Camera], or [Skew Correct Mode] is selected in the scene modes. -
Page 33: [White Balance]
[White Balance] You can select [Incandescent Lamp1] or [Incandescent Lamp2] in the [White Balance] settings. Use with incandescent lighting. Using [Incandescent Lamp2] will leave a slightly redder tint compared to [Incandescent Lamp1]. Note -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- • When [Incandescent Lamp2] is selected, images will be shot with the same color shades as with the [Incandescent] setting described in the Camera Body User Guide. -
Page 34: [Iso Setting]
[ISO Setting] [ISO-LO], [ISO 250], [ISO320], [ISO 500], [ISO640], [ISO 1000], [ISO1250], [ISO 2000], and [ISO 2500] can be selected. Note -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- • [ISO-LO] is equivalent to ISO 100 ([Electronic Shutter] of Scene Mode is equivalent to ISO 125). However, the dynamic range gets narrower and the higher brightness levels make whiteout more likely to occur. -
Page 35: [Focus Assist]
[Focus Assist] The shape outlines and contrast of the images shown on the picture display are intensified, making it easier to adjust the focus. Note -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- You can select the display method for Focus Assist from [Focus assist selection] in the setup menu. (GP. 44) [Peripheral illum.] You can correct the background light intensity in the range of -3 to +3. -
Page 36: [Distortion Correction]
[Distortion Correction] You can correct distortion in an image by selecting [Barrel] or [Pincushion] and then selecting [Strong], [Medium], or [Weak]. Caution ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- You cannot make corrections to images displayed on the picture display or to RAW images. [Color shading correction] You can correct the color tones in the four corners of the image. -
Page 37: [Flash Shut Spd Lim]
[Flash Shut Spd Lim] Use to limit the shutter speed to lower speeds while the flash is being used in order to prevent camera shake. Select from [Auto], [1/2], [1/4], [1/8], [1/15], [1/30], [1/60], or [1/125]. The shutter speed will not drop below the set speed while the flash is being used. -
Page 38: Key Custom Settings Tab Menu
Key Custom Settings Tab Menu [Reg. My Settings] You can select from any of My Settings Box [1] to [6] and Card [1] to [6] for the save location. [Edit My Settings] You can edit the [Lens Name], [Focal Length], and [F-aperture] for Exif files in [Lens Info. -
Page 39: [Shutter Button Confirmation]
[Shutter Button Confirmation] When [ADJ./DIRECT] is set, pressing the shutter release button halfway down will finalize settings in ADJ. mode and on the DIRECT screen, and you will be able to shoot pictures. When [ADJ.] is set, the ADJ. mode settings will be finalized, enabling you to shoot pictures. -
Page 40: [Adj. Direct Iso Control]
[ADJ. Direct ISO Control] When [ADJ. Direct ISO Control] is set to [On], you can push the ADJ. lever sideways when shooting is possible to change the ISO setting. The default setting is [Off ]. [Set Fn1/Fn2 Buttons] [Enlrg Display], [Focus Assist] and [Aspect Ratio] functions are added. [Delete My Settings] The settings registered to [My Settings Box] in [Reg. -
Page 41: [Restore Defaults]
[Restore Defaults] The key custom settings will be reset. Note -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Settings set in [Reg. My Settings] will not be reset. [Zoom Button] You can select from [Off ], [Digital Zoom], [Exposure Compensation], or [White Balance] for the functions assigned to the 8/9 buttons. -
Page 42: Setup Menu
Setup Menu [ISO Auto-High Settings] You can set the upper limits for the ISO setting and the shutter speed for switching the ISO setting when [ISO Setting] is set to [Auto-Hi]. [Digital Zoom Image] Setting The size of the recorded image varies depending on the auto resize zoom, as follows. -
Page 43: [Target Zoom Play]
[Target Zoom Play] With Enlarged Display in playback mode, you can zoom in on the image centered at the position to which the camera was shifted by target shift during shooting. Changing [Operation Sounds] [Shutter Sounds] goes off in [M-Cont Plus (High)]. The shutter sound does not go off when a mechanical shutter or [Electronic shutter] in the Scene mode is used. -
Page 44: [Zoom Display Release]
[Zoom Display Release] You can select whether to maintain or cancel the enlarged view after shooting pictures in Enlarged View mode. Selecting [Off ] maintains Enlarged View mode and [On] cancels it after pictures are shot. [Focus assist selection] When [Focus Assist] is set to [On] in the shooting menu, you can select [MODE1] or [MODE2]. -
Page 45: Specifications
Specifications Specifications are given for the lens mount unit mounted on a GXR body. Effective pixels Image sensor Zoom Focus mode Shutter Photographs speed Movies Exposure Metering control Mode Exposure compensation Approximately 12.3 million 23.6 mm × 15.7 mm CMOS (total pixels: approx. 12.9 million) 4.0 ×... - Page 46 Exposure link range (Auto shooting mode, Center- weighted light metering) ISO sensitivity (Standard Output Sensitivity) White balance mode Flash Flash output adjustment Guide number 9.6 (equivalent: ISO 200) Exposure angle from 24 mm (equivalent: 35 mm) Timing Other With use of a standard lens (F2.5): 1.2 EV to 13.2 EV (link range for automatic ISO converted based on the EV for ISO 100) Auto, Auto-Hi, ISO-LO, ISO 200, ISO 250, ISO 320, ISO 400, ISO...
- Page 47 Shooting mode Continuous Number of mode pictures shot in Continuous (Picture Size: RAW) Number of pictures shot in M-Cont Plus (1 set) Compression * Image size Photographs (pixels) Movies Auto, program shift, aperture priority, shutter priority, manual, scene (movie, portrait, sports, landscape, nightscape, skew correction, Miniaturize, High Contrast B&W, Soft Focus, Cross Process, Toy Camera, Electronic shutter), My Settings Noise Reduction off or on (Weak): 4 pictures...
- Page 48 File size (approx.) 16:9 NORMAL: 17,800 KB/frame, FINE: 19,515 KB/frame, VGA: 15,587 KB/frame NORMAL: 18,387 KB/frame, FINE: 20,157 KB/frame, VGA: 16,124 KB/frame NORMAL: 20,946 KB/frame, FINE: 22,967 KB/frame, VGA: 18,337 KB/frame NORMAL: 13,991 KB/frame, FINE: 15,333 KB/frame, VGA: 12,273 KB/frame 16:9 NORMAL: 2,222 KB/frame, FINE: 3,816 KB/frame NORMAL: 2,315 KB/frame, FINE: 3,960 KB/frame...
- Page 49 File size (approx.) Battery life (based on CIPA standard) Dimensions (W × H × D) Weight (approx.) Operating temperature Operating humidity Storage temperature FINE: 812 KB/frame FINE: 197 KB/frame DB-90: approx. 330 shots * (Based on CIPA guide line) Lens mount unit only: 79.1 mm (w) ×...
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Page 50: Internal Memory/Memory Card Capacity
The options available vary with image size. A JPEG file is also recorded (the JPEG file may be a FINE- or NORMAL-quality file with the dimensions as the RAW file or a VGA file 640 × 480 pixels in size). RAW files use the standard DNG format promoted by Adobe Systems, Inc. - Page 51 Compression Image size (pixels) 4288 × 2416 FINE 3776 × 2832 4288 × 2848 2848 × 2848 3456 × 1944 FINE 3072 × 2304 3456 × 2304 2304 × 2304 5M/FINE 2592 × 1944 3M/FINE 2048 × 1536 1M/FINE 1280 × 960 VGA/FINE 640 ×...
- Page 52 Movies Image size (pixels) Internal memory 1 GB 1280 × 720 21sec. 24 frames/second 640 × 480 1min. 24 frames/second 320 × 240 2min. 24 frames/second 25sec. Caution ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The maximum uninterrupted recording size for a single movie is 4 GB. The maximum recording time is around 15 minutes at 1280 ×...
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Page 53: Appendices
Appendices Optional Accessories The Lens mount unit can be used with the items (sold separately) listed below. Body cover Unit cover + neck strap (SC-75T) (SC-75B) -
Page 54: Precautions For Use
Note -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- • Before using an optional accessory, see the documentation that came with the product. • For the latest information on optional accessories, visit the Ricoh website (http://www.ricohpmmc.com/). Precautions for Use • The warranty supplied with this product is only valid within the country of purchase. - Page 55 • Do not touch the image sensor. • Keep the equipment dry and avoid handling it with wet hands. Failure to observe these precautions could result in malfunction of the equipment or electric shock. • Keep the connector clean. Tip: Avoiding Condensation -------------------------------------------------------- Condensation is particularly likely to occur if you move to an area with a sharply different temperature, if humidity is high, in a cold room after the heater has come on, or where the camera is exposed to cold air from an air...
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Page 56: Equipment Care And Storage
Failure to observe this precaution could result in damage to the equipment or its finish. • In the unlikely event of malfunction, visit a Ricoh Repair Center. • This equipment is a high precision device. Do not disassemble. - Page 57 Storage • Do not store the camera where it will be exposed to: extreme heat or humidity; large changes in temperature or humidity; dust, dirt, or sand; severe vibration; prolonged contact with chemicals, including mothballs and other insect repellent, or with vinyl or rubber products; strong magnetic fields (for example, in the vicinity of a monitor, transformer, or magnet).
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Page 58: Warranty And Servicing
In the event of equipment malfunction, contact the dealer from which you purchased the equipment or your nearest Ricoh Repair Center. Please note that you will not be reimbursed for the cost of bringing the equipment to the Ricoh Repair Center. - Page 59 3. After the warranty period has passed, you will be liable for all repair fees, including those incurred at an authorized service center. 4. You will be liable for all repair fees, even within the warranty period, if the warranty card is not attached or if the distributor’s name or the purchase date have been changed or are not indicated on the card.
- Page 60 8. Parts essential to the servicing of the equipment (that is, components required to maintain the functions and quality of the equipment) will be available for a period of five years after the equipment is discontinued. 9. Please note that if the equipment is seriously damaged by flooding, submergence, infiltration of sand or mud, violent shocks or dropping, it may not be repairable, and restoration to its original condition may be impossible.
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