Ricoh Caplio GX8 User Manual
Ricoh Caplio GX8 User Manual

Ricoh Caplio GX8 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.130.
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.132.
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.33) The shutter release time lag is as short as 0.1 seconds. Ricoh's patented hybrid auto focusing system technology even keeps action shots looking good. 1-cm macro (P.39) and close flashing for 15 cm (for Telephoto) or 20 cm (for Wide-angle) (P.40)
  • Page 4 AF target shift function for easy focus lock even on a tripod (P.85) The camera has an AF target shift function. At macro shooting, the AF target shift function allows you to lock the focus by button operation, without moving the camera itself.
  • Page 5 Scene mode for easy and beautiful shooting (P.43) In Scene Mode, you need only to select from among six types of shooting modes for shooting with optimal settings for the scene. Instant transfer to PC through the USB cable If the provided software is installed on your computer, just connecting the camera to your computer with the provided USB cable will automatically transfer images to your...
  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Contents Chapter 1 Quick Guide Before Shooting ... 10 Packing List ... 10 Names of parts ... 12 How to Use the Mode Dial... 14 Using the up/down dial ... 14 About LCD Monitor Display ... 15 Getting Ready to Shoot ... 17 About the Batteries...
  • Page 7 Direct Print Function... 54 Connecting the Camera to a Printer... 54 Printing Still Images... 55 A Variety of Shooting Techniques ... 59 Using the ADJ. (Adjust) Button... 59 Shooting Setting Menu ... 60 Using the Shooting Setting Menu... 61 Choosing Picture Quality Mode/Image Size (PIC QUALITY/SIZE) ... 62 Manual Focus Shooting (FOCUS)...
  • Page 8 Adjusting the Brightness of the LCD Monitor (LCD BRIGHTNESS) ... 113 Setting a Function to the ADJ. Button (ADJ BTN.SET.)... 114 Changing the Beep Sound Setting (BEEP SOUND) ... 115 Changing Image Confirmation Time (LCD CONFIRM.) ... 116 Changing Auto Power-Off Settings (AUTO POWER OFF) ... 117 Changing File Name Settings (SEQUENTIAL NO.) ...
  • Page 9 Using Manuals The two manuals included are for your Caplio GX8. Camera User Guide (This booklet) This guide explains the usage and functions of the camera.You will also see how to install the provided software on your computer. *The Software User Guide (English edition) is available from the provided CD-ROM as a PDF file.
  • Page 10 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... 17 Basic Shooting... 31 Playing Back ... 45 Viewing on a Television ... 49 Erasing... 51...
  • Page 12: Before Shooting

    Before Shooting Packing List Open the package and make sure all the items are included. • Caplio GX8 • AA Alkaline Batteries (LR6) (2) • 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: Caplio Software Cd-Rom

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

    Names of parts Camera Front View Item Name Shutter Release Button Mode Dial Flash AF Window Viewfinder Hot Shoe Lens USB Terminal AV-Out Terminal Microphone Up/down Dial Caution To avoid damaging the connectors, do not plug any objects into the camera's microphone or speaker holes.
  • Page 15 Rear View Item Name Flash Lamp Auto Focus Lamp Viewfinder Power Button Z (Wide-angle) / 9 (Thumbnail Display) Button z (Telephoto)/ 8 (Enlarged View) Button # /Q(Quick Review) Button ! Button O Button $/F(Flash) Button "/N (Macro) Button Refer to Item Name P.40 DISP.
  • Page 16: How To Use The Mode Dial

    How to Use the Mode Dial The Mode Dial is on the top of the camera. The Mode Dial is used to select the desired mode and operation for shooting and playback (still image viewing). Turn the Mode Dial to the symbol of the mode you want to use.
  • Page 17: About Lcd Monitor Display

    About LCD Monitor Display Screen Examples when Shooting Pictures (When the shutter release button is half-pressed) Still Image Mode Item Name Flash White Balance Focus Recording Destination Mode Types Photometry Macro Shooting Picture Quality Remaining Number of Still Images P.164 Image Size ISO Setting Exposure Comp.
  • Page 18 The Screen During Playback Still Image Mode Item Name Protect DPOF Playback Data Source Mode Types Picture Quality Number of Playback Files Total Number of Files Note The LCD monitor may display messages to inform you of operational instructions or the camera’s status while in use.
  • Page 19: 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 20: Batteries (Cells) Not Acceptable

    • Nickel-Hydrogen Battery (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 21: 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 AA alkaline battery (LR6) depends on the brand and the storage time from the date of production.
  • Page 22: Loading The Batteries

    Loading the Batteries If you have already used this camera, make sure it is turned off before loading batteries. Open the battery/card cover. The cover slides open in two steps. First slide the cover toward the face of the camera, then lift it to expose the battery compartment.
  • Page 23: Inserting The Rechargeable Battery (Sold Separately)

    Inserting the rechargeable battery (sold separately) Rechargeable battery DB-43 (sold separately), available for this camera, is convenient because it lasts for a long time and can be used over and over again by being recharged. If you have already used this camera, make sure it is turned off before loading batteries.
  • Page 24: 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. Open the battery/card cover. The cover slides open in two steps. First slide the cover toward the face of the camera, then lift it to expose the battery compartment.
  • Page 25 Open the power (DC input) cable cover and take the cable out. Close the battery/card cover and slide it back into place. 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 26: 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 27: 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. Open the battery/card cover. The cover slides open in two steps. First slide the cover toward the face of the camera, then lift it to expose the battery compartment.
  • Page 28: Turning The Power On/Off

    Turning the Power On/Off Press the power button. After the start sound, the flash lamp and auto-focus lamp blink alternately for several seconds. For power-off, press the power button again. Caution It takes longer from power-on until the camera becomes ready for shooting when the flash is enabled than when it is disabled.
  • Page 29: 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 30: 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 31: 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 32: 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 33: 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 34: 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 35: 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 36: 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.36). Make sure the power is on, then turn the Mode Dial to 5 or A/M.
  • Page 37 Color of crosshairs Before focusing White Focused Green Focusing failure Blink (red) Reference When specifying a focus position at macro shooting, use the AF target shift function. (P.85) Gently press the shutter release button all the way down. During card writing, the flash/auto-focus lamp blinks.
  • Page 38: When The Subject Is Not Centered (Shooting With Focus-Lock)

    When the Subject is not Centered (Shooting with Focus-lock) When your subject is not in the center of your composition, compose your photo after focusing. (Focus- lock) Example: Taking a photograph of the castle in the background with the camera focused on a person in front.
  • Page 39 Gently press the shutter release 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.39. •...
  • Page 40: Using The Zoom Function

    Using the Zoom Function If you use the Z (Wide angle)/ z (Telephoto) button, you can alter the size of the subject in your photo without having to change your distance from it. By pressing the Z button, the field in the LCD monitor and the viewfinder becomes wider.
  • Page 41: Shooting Close-Ups (Macro-Mode)

    Shooting Close-Ups (Macro-Mode) Using the N (Macro) button allows you to take a tight close- up (Macro Photo). It is good for shooting small subjects because you can get up to one centimeter (1/2 inch) away. With the camera ready to shoot, press the N button.
  • Page 42: Using The Flash

    Using the Flash Press the F 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 5.0 m (W) or about 0.15 to 2.9 m (T) when ISO sensitivity is set to AUTO.
  • Page 43: How To Use The Hot Shoe

    How to use the hot shoe Since the camera has a hot shoe, you can connect an external flash (available in stores) for use. Adjust the exposure using the exposure compensation (P.78) or manual exposure function (P.87). For details, see the documentation that came with the external flash. To attach an external flash to the hot shoe, follow the steps below.
  • Page 44 Caution • Irrespective of flash setting, a flash ON signal is output to the X contact of the hot shoe. To stop an external flash, use a switch on the flash. • Exposure may not be appropriate even when the f-number and ISO sensitivity of the external flash are the same as those of the camera.
  • Page 45: Shooting With Scenery-Matching

    Shooting with Scenery-Matching If you use the Scene Mode, you can select from among six types of still image modes and shoot automatically with optimal settings for that kind of scene. PORTRAIT SPORT LANDSCAPE NIGHTSCAPE TEXT MODE HIGH SENSITIVITY Make sure the power is on and turn the Mode Dial to 4.
  • Page 46 Note In Nightscape Mode, the flash works when all of the following conditions are satisfied: • The flash is set to Auto. • Flash is judged to be necessary because it is dark around. • There is a figure or any other object nearby. Reference •...
  • Page 47: 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 button.
  • Page 48: 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. Turn the Mode Dial to 6. The camera switches to Playback mode and the last still image you took is displayed.
  • Page 49: Thumbnail Display

    Thumbnail Display You can view your images in sets of six. You can then select an image to erase or magnify. Turn the Mode Dial to 6 . The last image you took is displayed. Press the 9 button. The screen is split into six sections with six images displayed.
  • Page 50: Magnifying Images

    Magnifying Images You can enlarge a still image displayed on the LCD Monitor. Turn the Mode Dial to 6 . The last image you took is displayed. Display image you want to view magnified. Press the 8 button. The image is enlarged. The enlargement ratio changes each time you press the 8 button or the 9 button.
  • Page 51: 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 52 Turn your camera on by pressing the power button. 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 53: Erasing

    Erasing Erasing Unwanted Images You can erase unwanted images from the internal memory or SD Memory Card. You can erase them in the following three ways: •One file at a time •Deleting all frames at once •Select multiple frames and erase together Turn the Mode Dial to 6 .
  • Page 54: Erasing Multiple Frames At One Time

    Erasing Multiple Frames at One Time Turn the Mode Dial to 6 . Press the 9 button. The screen is divided into a display of six thumbnails. Press the !"#$ buttons to select the image you want to erase and press the D button.
  • Page 55 Chapter A Variety of Shooting Techniques/Playback Direct Printing ... 54 A Variety of Shooting Techniques ... 59 Shooting with Multi-Shot ... 90 Shooting/Playing Back Movies... 94 Recording/Playing Back Sound ... 96 Other Functions Available in Playback Mode...98...
  • Page 56: Direct Printing

    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 •...
  • Page 57: Printing Still Images

    Printing Still Images You can send still images from the camera to a PictBridge compatible printer to print them. Still images are sent from the internal memory when no SD memory card is loaded or from an SD memory card when one is loaded. Caution Do not disconnect the USB cable during printing.
  • Page 58 Proceed with the operation after connection. The following items can be selected. Each item is displayed only when supported by the printer. The items marked * are displayed only when supported by Ricoh printers. Item Name Function PAPER SIZE Sets the paper size.
  • Page 59 Note To specify the set value as the default selected at the next connection, click the ADJ. button on the screen of Step 7. Upon appearance of the screen at right, select [Set] and press the O button. Select [Cancel] to return to the default setting. Press the O button.
  • Page 60 Repeat steps 7 and 8 to select all the still images to be printed and the number of copies for each. Press the M button. The Direct Print menu appears. Press the !" buttons to select an item, and then press the $ button to display the detailed options screen.
  • Page 61: A Variety Of Shooting Techniques

    A Variety of Shooting Techniques Using the ADJ. (Adjust) Button The ADJ button allows exposure correction, white balancing, and ISO sensitivity setting by fewer operations. You can also register a function other than these adjustment functions to the ADJ button. If a frequently used function is registered, they can be set easily by fewer button operations.
  • Page 62: Shooting Setting Menu

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

    Using the Shooting Setting Menu With the camera ready to shoot, press the M button. The Shooting Setting menu appears. Press the !"#$ buttons to select the desired item. The setting items are provided on three screens. After selecting a setting item, press the O or $ button. Choices for the setting item are displayed.
  • Page 64: Choosing Picture Quality Mode/Image Size (Pic Quality/Size)

    Choosing Picture Quality Mode/Image Size (PIC QUALITY/SIZE) The size of a stored still image and movie file depends on picture quality and size settings. Picture Quality Mode is provided in three types; N (Normal), F (Fine), and NC (Non compressed). Types of Modes You Can Select Symbol Mode...
  • Page 65 Reference For internal memory/SD memory card recording capacities, see P.164. Turn the mode dial to 5 or A/M . Alternatively, turn the Mode Dial to 4 and select a mode to prepare the camera. Press the M button. The Shooting Setting menu appears. Press the "button to select [PIC QUALITY/SIZE] and press the O or $ button.
  • Page 66: Manual Focus Shooting (Focus)

    Manual Focus Shooting (FOCUS) When Auto-Focus does not focus as desired, you can focus manually (Manual Focus). Manual focusing allows shooting at a fixed distance. When using a fixed shooting distance, it can be set to either Snapshot or Infinity (∞).
  • Page 67 Shooting with Manual Focusing Press the O button as required. Pressing the O button enlarges the display for easy focusing. Press the ! and " buttons for focusing. Pressing the ! button brings the focus closer to you. Pressing " button moves the focus away from you. Until the setting is changed the next time, pictures are shot by manual focusing.
  • Page 68 Shooting at a Fixed Distance 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. Turn the mode dial to 5, A/M, or 3 . Press the M button.
  • Page 69: 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 70: Changing The Edge Quality Of Still Images (Sharpness)

    Changing the Edge Quality of Still Images (SHARPNESS) You can change the definition of your still images to either sharp or soft. Turn the mode dial to 5 or A/M . Press the M button. The Shooting Setting menu appears. Press the "...
  • Page 71: 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. Turn the mode dial to 5 or A/M .
  • Page 72: 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. Turn the mode dial to 5 or A/M .
  • Page 73 Note • This function is not available for Multi-Shot shooting (P.90) and Auto Bracket shooting (P.69). • The flash cannot be used. • Time Exposure (P.72) is set to OFF. Reference For how to change the White Balance, see P.79.
  • Page 74: Using Long Time Exposure (Time Exposure)

    Using Long Time Exposure (TIME EXPOSURE) You can select an exposure time of 1, 2, 4 or 8 seconds. By using long time exposure, you can capture the track of moving subjects such as fireworks and car lights, when you shoot a night scene.
  • Page 75 Note • When using long time exposure, the shutter speed may go down and images may be blurred. Hold the camera securely by both hands or use a tripod for shooting. • While shooting with long time exposure, the LCD Monitor display turns off. Caution If the shutter speed is set to one second or more, it takes time to complete recording because the picture noise elimination function is activated.
  • Page 76: 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. Turn the mode dial to 5 or A/M. Press the M button.
  • Page 77 To stop shooting, press the 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. Note •...
  • Page 78: Shooting A Still Image With Sound (Image With Sound)

    2 Shooting a Still Image with Sound (IMAGE WITH SOUND) You can shoot a still image with a voice memo. Voice recording can continue for up to eight seconds. Turn the mode dial to 5 or A/M. Press the M button. The Shooting Setting menu appears.
  • Page 79: Inserting The Date Into A Still Image (Date Imprint)

    Inserting the Date into a Still Image (DATE IMPRINT) You can insert the date (YY/MM/DD) or the date and time (YY/MM/ DD hh:mm) at the lower right of a still image. Turn the mode dial to 5 or A/M. Press the M button. The Shooting Setting menu appears.
  • Page 80: 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 81: 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 82 Setting the White Balance Manually (One Push) Turn the mode dial to 5 or A/M. Press the ADJ. Button twice. The White Balance menu appears. Press the !" buttons to select Point the camera at a piece of paper or something white under the lighting conditions for your picture.
  • Page 83: Changing Sensitivities (Iso Setting)

    Changing Sensitivities (ISO SETTING) The ISO sensitivity indicates how sensitive to light the film is. A greater value means higher sensitivity. High sensitivity is suitable for shooting an object in a dark place or moving fast and suppresses blurring. However, the images become rough. For higher or lower sensitivity, you can select from the following six levels: AUTO, ISO64, ISO100, ISO200, ISO400, ISO800, ISO1600...
  • Page 84: Setting Color Depth (Color Depth)

    Setting Color Depth (COLOR DEPTH) Color depth of the shot still image can be selected from Vivid, Normal and Nutral (Neutral). Turn the mode dial to 5 or A/M. Press the M button. The Shooting menu appears. Press the #$ buttons to switch between displays as required.
  • Page 85: 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 button. Press the #$ buttons to switch between displays as required.
  • Page 86: Changing Shading For Shooting Text (Density)

    Changing Shading for Shooting Text (DENSITY) You can change the shading of text for shooting in Text Mode of Scene Mode. You can select from DEEP, NORMAL and LIGHT. To change the setting, use either the Shooting Setting menu or the ADJ. button. This section explains easy ways with the ADJ.
  • Page 87: 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.36) 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 88: Using The Self-Timer

    T Using the Self-Timer You can set the Self-timer to shoot after either two or ten seconds. A setting of two seconds is useful for preventing camera shake. Turn the Mode Dial to 5, A/M, or 4. Press the T (Self-timer) button. The Self Timer mark appears momentarily in a large size at the center of the LCD monitor and then is displayed at the upper...
  • Page 89: Shooting In Aperture Priority/Manual Exposure Mode

    Shooting in Aperture Priority/Manual Exposure Mode When the mode dial is set to Aperture Priority Mode, you can set the aperture and shutter speed manually for shooting. In A/M Mode, both Aperture Priority Mode and Manual Exposure Mode are available. If only the aperture is set, the shutter speed is automatically set according to the aperture (Aperture Priority Mode).
  • Page 90 Shooting with Set Aperture (Aperture Priority Mode) To shoot with a set aperture, follow the steps below. Turn the Mode Dial to A/M. The current f-number and shutter speed (AUTO) appear in the bottom part on the screen. Turn the up/down dial to change the f-number.
  • Page 91 Shooting at Set Shutter Speed (Manual Exposure Mode) To shoot at a set shutter speed, follow the steps below. Turn the Mode Dial to A/M. The current f-number and shutter speed (AUTO) appear in the bottom part on the screen. Turn the up/down dial to change the f-number as required.
  • Page 92: 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 93 Note • When shooting with S Multi- or M Multi-Shot, the ISO sensitivity is fixed to AUTO even if it is set to 64,100. • The maximum number of images that can be shot in the Multi-Shot mode depends on the image size setting as follows: F3264 N3264...
  • Page 94: 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.46) and select the still image with the #$ buttons for playback.
  • Page 95: 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 96: Shooting/Playing Back Movies

    Shooting/Playing Back Movies 3 Shooting Movies You can shoot movies with sound. You can select the image size, either 320 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 97: Playing Back Movies

    Playing Back Movies To playback movies, follow the steps below. Turn the mode dial to 6 (Playback Mode). 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.
  • Page 98: Recording/Playing Back Sound

    Recording/Playing Back Sound 2 Recording Sound (Voice Memo) You can record sound. Recorded data is stored as a WAV file. Turn the Mode Dial to 2. Press the shutter release button. Sound recording starts. Release your finger from the shutter release button to stop recording.
  • Page 99: Playing Back Sound

    Playing Back Sound To playback sounds, follow the steps below. Turn the mode dial to 6. 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 100: 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.100 DPOF Select/Deselect 1 FILE, Select/Deselect ALL FILES, Select Multi-files P.103 RESIZE 1280, 640 COPY TO CARD...
  • Page 101: 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. Turn the mode dial to 6. The last shot taken is displayed.
  • Page 102: 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 Turn the mode dial to 6. The last shot taken is displayed.
  • Page 103 Protection is applied and the Protect symbol appears in the upper-left corner of the screen. Protecting All Files To protect all your files, follow the steps below. Turn the mode dial to 6. Press the M button. The Playback menu appears. Press the "...
  • Page 104 Protecting Multiple Files at Once To protect selected files all at once, follow the steps below. Turn the mode dial to 6. Press the 9 button. The screen is split into six sections and thumbnail images are displayed in a reduced size. Press the !"#$ buttons to select the first file of the selection.
  • Page 105: Using A Printing Service (Dpof)

    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 106 Setting DPOF for All Still Images To apply DPOF settings to all your still images, follow the steps below. Turn the mode dial to 6. Press the M button. The Playback menu appears. Press the " button to select [DPOF] and press the O button. Press the #$ buttons to select [ALL FILES].
  • Page 107 Setting DPOF for Multiple Still Images To make the DPOF setting for selected still images all at once, follow the steps below. Turn the mode dial to 6. Press the 9 button. The screen is split into six sections and thumbnail images are displayed in a reduced size.
  • Page 108: 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 The image size of a movie or image shot in the Non-compressed (NC) Mode cannot be changed.
  • Page 109: Copying The Contents Of Internal Memory To A Memory Card (Copy To Card)

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

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

    Changing Camera Settings SETUP Menu The SETUP menu consists of three screens. Press the !" buttons to switch between screens. Setting CARD FORMAT IN FORMAT LCD BRIGHTNESS ADJ. BUTT. SET. BEEP SOUND LCD CONFIRM. AUTO POWER OFF SEQUENTIAL NO. POWER SAVE DATE SETTINGS LANGUAGE VIDEO OUT MODE...
  • Page 113: Getting The Sd Memory Card Ready For Use (Card Format)

    Getting the SD Memory Card Ready for Use (CARD FORMAT) 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.
  • Page 114: Formatting Internal Memory (In Format)

    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 115: 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. Turn the Mode Dial to 1. Press the " button to select [LCD BRIGHTNESS] and press the O or $ button. The LCD Brightness Adjustment bar appears.
  • Page 116: Setting A Function To The Adj. Button (Adj Btn.set.)

    Setting a Function to the ADJ. Button (ADJ BTN.SET.) Each time the ADJ. button is pressed, the camera displays the setting screen in the order of exposure, white balance, and ISO sensitivity. By using the [ADJ BTN.SET.] option, you can set a function to be activated when the ADJ.
  • Page 117: 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 118: 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) 1 Second *Initial setting at purchase...
  • Page 119: 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 120: 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 121: Changing Power-Save Mode Settings (Powersave)

    Changing Power-Save Mode Settings (POWERSAVE) You can reduce the power consumption of the LCD Monitor and extend the life of your batteries. The display on the LCD Monitor will turn off. Press the Q (Quick Review) button or the M button to turn the LCD Monitor Display on, and then press them again to turn the display off.
  • Page 122: 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. Turn the Mode Dial to 1. Press the " button to select [DATE SETTINGS] and then press the O or $ button.
  • Page 123: Changing The Display Language (Language )

    Changing the Display Language (LANGUAGE You can change the language displayed on the LCD Monitor. Possible Settings *Initial setting at purchase ENGLISH DEUTSCH FRANÇAIS ITALIANO ESPAÑOL To change the display language, follow the steps below. Turn the Mode Dial to 1. Press the "...
  • Page 124: 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 125: Changing The Setting Of Step Zooming (Step Zoom)

    Changing the Setting of Step Zooming (STEP ZOOM) The focal length with optical zooming can be fixed to any of four levels (28, 35, 50 and 80 mm as converted equivalent to 35 mm cameras) (Step Zoom). Possible Settings OFF *Initial setting at purchase To set whether to use step zooming (ON) or not (OFF), follow the steps below.
  • Page 126: Changing The Usb Communication System (Usb Connection)

    USB cable without installing the accessory application or USB driver. Usually, select [ORIGINL]. When [ORIGINL] is set, images can be transferred to your computer by using the attached RICOH Gate La or Caplio Transfer Software. Mode Download Method...
  • Page 127 Caution • At [MAS STR], RICOH Gate La or Caplio Transfer Software cannot be used for file transfer. • At [MAS STR], files can only be read from the camera and cannot be written into or deleted from the camera.
  • Page 128 To transfer images in Mass Storage Mode, follow the steps below: Change [USB CONNECTION] to [MAS 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 129 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 131: Chapter 4 Installing Software

    Chapter Installing Software Installing the Provided Software (For Windows)..130 Installing the Provided Software (For Macintosh)... 144...
  • Page 132: 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. Software installation is necessary for automatic image downloading from the camera into your computer. Note To download images from the camera to your computer without any software installed, change the camera setting for [USB CONNECTION] (P.124).
  • Page 133 Use this button to display the list of files contained on the CD- ROM. When [Install Caplio Software ] is clicked: (P.134) The following software will be installed: Software Windows RICOH Gate La ImageMixer USB Driver WIA Driver Mounter List Editor...
  • Page 134 When [View Software User Guide] 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 135: 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 Windows 2000 Professional Windows Me Windows XP Home Edition/Professional Pentium 3: 500MHz or more Memory Windows 98/98SE: 128MB or more...
  • Page 136: 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 137 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]. Then the ImageMixer installer starts up successively. Install the software according to the on- screen instructions.
  • Page 138: Connecting The Camera To Your Computer

    Connecting the Camera to Your Computer After installing the software on your computer, connect your camera to it. Make sure the camera power is off. Connect the USB cable to the USB port of your computer. Connect the USB cable to the USB terminal of your camera.
  • Page 139 Camera Wizard, select [Scanner and Camera Wizard]. Leaving the [Always use this program for this action] check box unchecked will cause the [Caplio GX8] 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 140: 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 141: 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 142: Desktop Binder Lite

    DeskTop Binder Lite This software to manage business documents can handle not only still images photographed with a digital camera but also documents scanned with a scanner, and documents or image files created by an application. Even files of different formats can be stored in a single document.
  • Page 143 • When downloading images from the camera by using Auto Document Link of DeskTop Binder Lite, deselect [Automatically save on USB connection] on the [Optional Settings] screen of RICOH Gate La (see Software User Guide) and set the date using the date setting function of the camera before capturing images (see P.120).
  • Page 144: 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. Click [Start] on the Windows task bar. Select [Settings]-[Control Panel] ([Control Panel] for XP]).
  • Page 145: 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 146: 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 147 For Mac OS 8.6 to 9.2.2, double-click the [Caplio Installer] icon to display the screen shown at right. Item Name Description Install Caplio Software Use this button to install software required for handling the camera and images. View Software User Guide Use this button to display the Software User Guide (PDF).
  • Page 148: 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 Macintosh Internal Memory Application Allocated Memory (For Mac OS 8.6 to 9.2.2) Hard Disc Drive Capacity Display resolution Display colors...
  • Page 149: 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 CaplioLib...
  • Page 150: Installing The Software On Your Computer (Mac Os X 10.1.2 To 10.3)

    Installing the Software on Your Computer (Mac OS X 10.1.2 to 10.3) 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 151 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 153: Chapter 5 Troubleshooting

    Chapter Troubleshooting Troubleshooting ... 152 Appendices ... 159...
  • Page 154: 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 direction is wrong.
  • Page 155 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 on. Or the camera is not in Shooting Mode. The shutter button is not pressed all the way.
  • Page 156 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 In some Scene Modes, flashing may be prohibited by default. (see P.161) The flash is set to Flash Off.
  • Page 157 Playback/Deleting Symptom Cause The camera is not in Playback Mode. Turn the Mode Dial to 6 (Playback Cannot Playback. Or the Playback screen does not come out. The VIDEO/AV cable is not connected properly. The video format is set wrong. The contents of SD No memory card is loaded.
  • Page 158 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 159: 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 160 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 161: Appendices

    Appendices A. Specifications General Video Signal Format NTSC, PAL Power Source Voltage AA Dry Alkaline Batteries (1.5 V) X 2 Rechargeable Battery (3.7 V) X 1 External Part (AC Adapter); 3.8 V External Dimensions Weight 113.6mm (W) x 58.0mm (H) x 29.0mm (D) (excluding projecting parts) Weight Camera: Approximately 205 g (Excluding the battery, SD memory card, and strap) Operating Temperature Range 0 °C to 40 °C...
  • Page 162 • ISO Sensitivity 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 3264 X 2448, 2048 X 1536 •...
  • Page 163: Optional Accessories

    B. Optional Accessories The Caplio GX8 can be used with the items (sold separately) listed below. Item Model AC Adapter AC-4a PC Card Adapter FM-SD53 Rechargeable Battery DB-43 Battery Charger BJ-2 Rechargeable Battery Set BS-3 Hood and Adapter HA-1 Wide conversion Lens...
  • Page 164: Menu Items By Mode

    D. Menu Items By Mode Shooting Menu (Movie Mode) Setting Movie Size Focus White Balance Shooting Menu (Scene Mode, except in Text Mode) Setting Pic Quality/Size Focus Image With Sound Date Imprint Exposure Comp. White Balance Shooting Menu (Text Mode) Setting Density Size...
  • Page 165: Functions Whose Defaults Will Be Restored Upon Power-Off

    E. Functions Whose Defaults will be Restored upon Power-off Power-off may reset some function settings to their defaults. The table below indicates whether or not the function will be reset to its defaults upon power-off. Mode Function SETUP LCD BRIGHTNESS ADJ.
  • Page 166: Number Of Images That Can Be Stored In Internal Memory/Sd Memory Card

    Mode Function APERTURE SETTING Self-timer Flash Macro shooting LCD screen display SCENE Mode Playback LCD screen display Volume F. Number of Images That Can be Stored in Internal Memory/SD Memory Card The following table shows the approximate number of images that can be recorded onto an SD memory card at various image size and picture quality settings.
  • Page 167: Up/Down Dial Functions

    Note • The number of remaining shots displayed on the LCD monitor may differ from the actual number of shots, depending on the subject. • The maximum number of pictures and other numeric values may be different even for cards of the same capacity if the manufacturer, type, or shooting conditions are different.
  • Page 168 For how to change settings of interval shooting. For how to switch between files. For how to change the magnification of enlarged display screen at still image playback. For volume adjustment. For frame feeding in SCONT or MCONT. For how to change the date and time setting. For how to change the LCD brightness.
  • Page 169: Using Your Camera Abroad

    H. Using Your Camera Abroad AC Adapter (Model AC-4a) 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 170: Cautions On Use

    I. 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 171: 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 172: Error Messages

    K. Error Messages If an error message is displayed on the LCD Monitor, take the corresponding action. Error Message INSERT CARD SET DATE FILE NUMBER OVER UNMATCHED FILE INSUFFICIENT MEMORY. CONTINUE? PROTECTED THE CARD IS WRITE- PROTECTED. PRINT SETTINGS CANNOT BE SET FOR THIS FILE INSUFFICIENT MEMORY FORMAT INTERNAL MEMORY...
  • Page 173: 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 174 An AC adapter with a ferrite core must be used for RF interference suppression. COMPLIANCE INFORMATION STATEMENT Product Name: DIGITAL CAMERA Model Number: Caplio GX8 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:...
  • Page 175: Index

    Picture Quality Mode ... 62 PROTECT ... 100 Rechargeable Battery ... 11 RESIZE ... 106 RESTORE DEFAULTS ... 83 RICOH Gate La ... 131, 144 Scene ... 43 SD Memory Card ... 24 Self-timer ... 86 SEQUENTIAL NO..118 Sharpness ...
  • Page 176 USB Cable ...10 USB Driver ...131, 144 Voice Memo ...96 Warranty and Servicing ...171 WAV file ...96 White Balance ...79 White Balance Bracket ...70 WIA Driver ...131 Zoom ...38...
  • Page 179 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) +49 6331 268 409 Italia (dall’Italia) (dall’estro) España (desde España)
  • Page 180 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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