Page 1: Camera Functions
Camera User Guide Basic Operations If you are using the camera for the first time, read this section. This section provides a basic overview of how to turn on the camera, take pictures and play back pictures. Note Do not connect the USB cable yet! If you connect the camera to a computer through the USB cable before installing the provided software on the computer, the software required for connection between...
Page 2 Warranty Radio Interference This publication may not be reproduced in whole or in part without the express written permission of Ricoh. © 2006 RICOH CO., LTD. All rights reserved. The contents of this document may be changed in the future, without prior notice.
Page 3: Telephone Support Numbers In Europe
Telephone Support Numbers in Europe (from within the UK) (from outside of the UK) Deutschland (innerhalb Deutschlands) (außerhalb Deutschlands) France (à partir de la France) (en dehors de la France) Italia (dall’Italia) (dall’estero) España (desde España) (desde fuera de España) http://www.service.ricohpmmc.com/ 02073 656 580 +44 2073 656 580...
Page 4: Using The Manuals
Using the Manuals The following two manuals are included with your Caplio 500SE. “Camera User Guide” (This booklet) This guide explains the usage and functions of the camera. It also explains how to install the provided software on your computer.
Page 5: Key Features
Key Features Rugged camera body stands up to water, dust and shocks The camera body is water resistant (JIS protection grade 7, IEC IP67), dust resistant (JIS protection grade 6, IEC IP67) and shock resistant when dropped from a height of up to 1 meter.
Page 6 Large LCD monitor and optical viewfinder Depending on the subject and shooting conditions, you can use either the 2.5-inch LCD monitor or the real optical viewfinder to compose your shots. Taken pictures can be viewed on the large, bright LCD monitor. ADJ.
Page 7 Shot images can be used with various GIS (Geographic Information System) applications. Wireless LAN function (Only for Caplio 500SE-W) (P.191) You can send images to wireless LAN- enabled computers. Send images as e-mail attachments or send them to the FTP server.
Page 8: Table Of Contents
Using the Manuals... 1 Key Features ... 2 Contents ... 5 Basic Operations If you are using the camera for the first time, read this section. Packing List ... 12 Names of Parts... 14 How to Use the Mode Dial... 16 LCD Monitor Display ...
Page 9 Advanced Operations Read this section when you want to learn more about the different camera functions. 1 Various Shooting Functions Using the ADJ. Button ... 56 Settings by Mode ...56 Changing the Text Density (SCENE)...57 Shifting the AF Target (Macro)...58 Shooting Setting Menu ...
Page 10 4 Other Playback Functions Playback Setting Menu... 88 Using the Menu...88 Displaying Photos in Order Automatically (SLIDE SHOW) ... 89 Write-protecting Files (PROTECT) ... 90 Protecting a File ...90 Protecting All Files ...91 Protecting Multiple Files at Once ...92 Using a Printing Service (DPOF)... 93 Setting DPOF for the Displayed Still Image ...93 Setting DPOF for All Still Images ...94 Setting DPOF for Multiple Still Images...95...
Page 11: Shtg Stgs Warng
Displaying a Settings Change Warning (SHTG STGS WARNG.)... 122 Changing the USB Setting (USB CONNECTION)... 123 Enlarging Icon Display (ENLGE PHOTO ICON) ... 125 Registering the Power-on Settings (REG. MY SETTINGS) ... 126 Changing the Startup Settings (START SETTINGS) ... 127 7 Downloading Images to Your Computer For Windows ...
Page 12 Setting the Display Standard (GPS DISP MODE) ...189 Locking the GPS Information (GPS LOCK) ...190 10 Using the Wireless LAN Function (Only for Caplio 500SE-W) About the Wireless LAN Function ... 191 Overview of Transfer Process via a Wireless LAN ...192 Selecting the Communication Method (CHANGE COM) ...193...
Page 13 Specifying a Destination on the Camera Beforehand ... 219 Hiding the [SEND TO] Screen (SEND CONDITION)...219 Specifying a Destination (SEND TO) ...220 11 Appendices Troubleshooting... 221 Error Messages...221 Camera Troubleshooting ...225 Software and Computer Troubleshooting ...230 Specifications ... 232 Number of Images That Can be Stored in Internal Memory/ SD Memory Card ...235 Optional Accessories...
Page 14: Basic Operations
Basic Operations If you are using the camera for the first time, read this section. Packing List ... 12 Names of Parts ... 14 How to Use the Mode Dial ... 16 LCD Monitor Display... 17 Getting Ready... 20 Basic Shooting ... 32 Playing Back Images ...
Page 15: Packing List
Open the package and make sure all the items are included. Caplio 500SE The serial number of the camera is provided on the bottom face of the camera. Neck Strap Note --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Attaching the neck strap to the camera Thread the small end of the strap through the strap eyelet on the camera and loop the ends as shown.
Page 16 Caution----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Operations are not guaranteed when using a rechargeable battery or battery charger other than that specified in this manual. Note --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- For the latest information about accessories, visit the Ricoh website at http://www.ricohpmmc.com. Optional Accessories AC Adapter (AC-4d) Used for power supply from a household outlet to the camera.
Page 17: Names Of Parts
Camera Front View Shutter Release Button Mode Dial Flash AF Window Accessory Shoe Viewfinder Terminal Cover Lens Flash Compensation AF Auxiliary Light USB Terminal AUX Terminal Names of Parts Item Name 11 12 Refer to P.34 P.16 P.39 P.237 P.32 P.99, 149 P.32 P.99, 149...
Page 18: Rear View
Rear View 19 18 LCD Monitor Auto Focus/Flash Lamp Viewfinder Battery/Card Cover Power Button Z (Wide-angle)/9 (Thumbnail Display) Button z (Telephoto)/8 (Enlarged View) Button !/SCENE Button $/F (Flash) Button MENU/OK Button "/N (Macro) Button #/Q (Quick Review) Button 6 (Playback) Button ADJ./MEMO Button D (Delete)/t (Self-timer) Button DISP.
Page 19: How To Use The Mode Dial
How to Use the Mode Dial Turn the mode dial to the desired mode before shooting or recording. Turn the mode dial to the symbol of the function you want to use. Mode Dial Symbols and Descriptions Symbol Still Image Mode CALS Mode Movie Mode Voice Memo Mode...
Page 20: Lcd Monitor Display
Self-timer Mode Types Recording Destination Remaining Number of Still Images Picture Quality Image Size ® Bluetooth antenna, Wireless LAN antenna (Only for Caplio 500SE-W) Zoom Bar Focus White Balance Photometry Sharpness Refer to Item Name P.39 Color Depth P.38 Exposure Compensation P.45...
Page 21: Movie Mode
Note --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- • The number of remaining shots available may differ from the actual number of shots, depending on the subject. • Movie and sound recording time and the maximum number of still pictures may vary depending on the capacity of the recording destination (internal memory or SD memory card), shooting conditions, and the type and manufacturer of the SD memory card.
Page 22: Battery Level Indication
Battery Level Indication A battery mark appears at the lower right of the LCD monitor to indicate the battery level. Recharge the battery before it is depleted or exchange with new batteries. Battery Mark The battery is sufficiently charged. Green The battery level begins to drop.
Page 23: Getting Ready
Getting Ready Turn the power on and get ready to shoot. Note --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- • If you have already used this camera, make sure it is turned off before inserting or removing the battery. • For information on how to turn the camera off, see P.29.
Page 24: Number Of Shots You Can Take
• Use of the rechargeable battery (DB-43) is recommended when using the ® Bluetooth function or wireless LAN function (only for Caplio 500SE-W). • If you want to use a lithium-ion battery, use the rechargeable battery (DB-43) made exclusively for this camera. Do not use a rechargeable battery other than that specified by Ricoh.
Page 25: Sd Memory Card (Available In Stores)
SD Memory Card (available in stores) You can store still images you have taken either in the camera’s internal memory or on an SD memory card (available in stores). The internal memory capacity is 26 MB. To record a lot of still images, movies or sounds at high resolutions, use a high-capacity SD memory card.
Page 26 Note --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- • For information on switching between the SD memory card and internal memory during playback, see P.47. • Movie and sound recording time and the maximum number of still pictures varies depending on the capacity of the SD memory card. (GP.235) •...
Page 27: Charging The Rechargeable Battery (Sold Separately)
Charging the Rechargeable Battery (sold separately) The rechargeable battery needs to be charged before use. Insert the battery, making sure that the markings on the battery match those on the battery charger. • The battery label should face up. Caution----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Be careful not to reverse the Connect the electrical power cord to the battery charger and then plug the power cord into an outlet.
Page 28: Loading The Battery And Sd Memory Card
Loading the Battery and SD Memory Card The rechargeable battery (DB-43) can be used to power this camera. This battery is convenient because the battery power lasts long and it can be used over and over again by recharging. If you have already used this camera, make sure it is turned off before loading the battery and card.
Page 29: Removing The Sd Memory Card
Close the battery/card cover and turn the knob toward the L mark. Removing the SD Memory Card Turn the battery/card cover knob toward the M mark to open the cover. Push in the SD memory card and gently release to eject it. Pull the card out of the camera.
Page 30: Using The Ac Adapter (Sold Separately)
Using the AC Adapter (sold separately) When shooting or viewing still images for a long time, or when connecting to your computer, use of the AC adapter (sold separately) is recommended. If you have already used this camera, make sure it is turned off before loading the AC adapter coupler.
Page 31: Disconnecting The Ac Adapter
Caution----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- • Be sure to attach the AC cable and plug the power cord into the outlet firmly. • When you are not using the camera, unplug the AC adapter from the camera and the power outlet. • While in use, if you detach the AC adapter or unplug the power plug from the outlet, data may be lost.
Page 32: Turning The Power On/Off
Turning the Power On/Off To turn the power on: Press the power button. • After the start sound, the auto focus/ flash lamp blinks for several seconds. Using the Camera in Playback Mode • Pressing the 6 (Playback) button for more than one second turns on the camera in playback mode, allowing you to start playback at once.
Page 33: 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 34: Setting The Date And Time
Setting the Date and Time When the power is turned on for the first time, the date/time setting screen appears. Press the !"#$ buttons to set the year, month, date and time. • Change the value with !" and move the frame with #$. In [FORMAT], choose the date and time format.
Page 35: Basic Shooting
Basic Shooting Now you are ready. Holding the Camera Hold the camera as shown below for best results. Hold the camera with both hands and lightly press both elbows against your body. Shooting while viewing the LCD monitor Put your finger on the shutter release button.
Page 36 Preventing Camera Shake --------------------------------------------------------------------- If you move the camera when pressing the shutter release button, the still image might not come out clearly due to camera shake. Camera shake tends to occur in the following cases: • When shooting in a dark place without using the flash •...
Page 37: Shooting
Shooting The shutter release button works in two steps. You can press the shutter release button halfway down (half-press) and press it all the way down (full-press). Quickly Shooting Pictures (Full-press) Full-press the shutter release button for quick focusing, so as not to miss a shooting opportunity.
Page 38 Checking the Focus and Shooting (Half-press/Focus Lock) When you press the shutter release button halfway (Half-press), the auto-focus function is triggered to determine the focal distance. Next, press it all the way down (Full-press) to shoot. When your subject is not in the center of your composition, compose your photo after focusing.
Page 39 To take a picture with the subject in the foreground in focus against a background, half-press the shutter release button to focus on the subject, and then compose your shot. Subject to be focused on Shooting range Gently press the shutter release button all the way.
Page 40: Using The Zoom Function
Using the Zoom Function Pressing the Z (Wide-angle) button allows you to take a wide- angle picture. Pressing the z (Telephoto) button allows you to take a close-up picture of the subject. With the camera ready to shoot, press the Z (Wide- angle) button or the z (Telephoto) button.
Page 41: Shooting Close-Ups (Macro Shooting)
Shooting Close-Ups (Macro Shooting) Using the N (Macro) button allows you to take a tight close-up of the subject. (Macro shooting) This is good for shooting small subjects because you can shoot up to approximately 5 mm (0.2 in.) (from the very front of the camera) away.
Page 42: Using The Flash
Using the Flash Press the F (Flash) button to change the flash mode. At the time of purchase, the camera is set to [FLASH OFF]. From the front edge of the lens, the flash light reaches about 0.2 to 10.0 m (7.9 in. to 32.8 ft.) (Wide-angle) or about 0.2 to 6.5 m (7.9 in.
Page 43: Shooting With Optimal Settings According To Shooting Conditions
Shooting with Optimal Settings According to Shooting Conditions You can use scene mode to select from among five still image modes and shoot with settings automatically optimized for shooting conditions. Scene Modes Use when taking pictures in dimly lit places. The LCD monitor also becomes brighter.
Page 44 Turn the mode dial to 5. Press the SCENE button. • The scene mode selection screen appears. Press the !" buttons to select the scene mode. Press the MENU/OK button. • The scene mode type is displayed at the top of the LCD monitor. Press the shutter release button to shoot the picture.
Page 45: Using The Skew Correction Mode
Using the Skew Correction Mode Turn the mode dial to 5. Press the SCENE button. • The scene mode selection screen appears. Press the !" buttons to select [SKEW COR MODE]. Press the MENU/OK button. Press the shutter release button to shoot the picture.
Page 46 Shooting in Zoom Macro Mode Turn the mode dial to 5. Press the SCENE button. • The scene mode selection screen appears. Press the !" buttons to select [ZOOM MACRO]. Press the MENU/OK button. Press the Z (Wide-angle) or z (Telephoto) button. •...
Page 47: Shooting In Cals Mode
Shooting in CALS Mode In CALS mode, [PIC QUALITY/SIZE] is fixed at [N1280] (Normal 1280 × 960) suitable to be submitted as official public works pictures (based on Japanese standards). With simple operation of the mode dial, you can shoot photos in a construction environment without being distracted by setting the picture quality mode or image size.
Page 48: 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/K. Press the t (Self-timer) button. • The Self-timer symbol appears on the screen.
Page 49: Playing Back Images
Playing Back Images Reviewing the Image You Just Took (Quick Review) You can view the image you just took on the LCD monitor. If you are not pleased with the way the photo came out, you can delete it then and there. In shooting mode, press the Q (Quick Review) button.
Page 50: Viewing Your Images
Viewing Your Images In playback mode, you can check still images you have taken. You can also delete or zoom in on the images. Press the 6 (Playback) button. • The camera switches to playback mode and the last still image you took is displayed.
Page 51: Three-Frame View/List View (Thumbnail Display)
Three-frame View/List View (Thumbnail Display) When playing back images on the LCD monitor, the playback screen can be divided into three frames (three-frame view) or 12 frames (list view). The three-frame view and list view allow you to select a still image to enlarge or delete. The playback screen changes as follows: Press the 6 (Playback) button.
Page 52 Press the 9 (Thumbnail Display) button again during three-frame view. • The screen is divided into 12 frames and the list of still images is displayed. Switching to Single-Picture Display In three-frame view Press the #$ buttons to select a still image. Press the 8 (Enlarged View) button or the MENU/ OK button.
Page 53: Magnifying Images
Magnifying Images You can enlarge a still image displayed on the LCD monitor. Image Size 3264 × 2448, 2592 × 1944, 2048 × 1536 1280 × 960 640 × 480 Press the 6 (Playback) button. • The last image you took is displayed. Press the #$ buttons to display the still image you want to enlarge.
Page 54: Deleting Files
Deleting Files You can delete unwanted or failed files from the SD memory card or internal memory. Deleting a File Press the 6 (Playback) button. Press the #$ buttons to display the file you want to delete. Press the D (Delete) button. Press the !"...
Page 55: Deleting Multiple Files At One Time
Press the !" buttons to select [DELETE ALL]. Press the MENU/OK button. • You will be prompted to confirm that you want to delete all images. If so, press the $ button to select [YES], and then press the MENU/ OK button.
Page 56 Press the #$ buttons to select [YES] and then press the MENU/OK button. • The display indicates that the files are being deleted; once finished, it returns to the thumbnail display screen.
Page 57: Changing The Display With The Disp. Button
Changing the Display with the DISP. Button Pressing the DISP. button allows you to change the screen display mode and toggle the information displayed on the LCD monitor. Each time you press the DISP. button, the display changes in the following order: Grid Guide, No Display, LCD Monitor Off, and Normal Symbol Display.
Page 58: Advanced Operations
Settings ... 106 7 Downloading Images to Your Computer ... 128 8 Using the Bluetooth Function ... 154 9 Using the GPS Function ... 180 10 Using the Wireless LAN Function (Only for Caplio 500SE-W)... 191 11 Appendices ... 221 ®...
Page 59: Various Shooting Functions
1 Various Shooting Functions Using the ADJ. Button You can use the ADJ. button to adjust the exposure compensation, white balance, and other settings with fewer operations. Two functions other than exposure compensation and white balance can also be assigned to the ADJ.
Page 60: Changing The Text Density (Scene)
Note ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- When using a camera memo, the settings on P.56 cannot be set with the ADJ. button. (G “Software User Guide”) Changing the Text Density (SCENE) You can change the shading of text for shooting with [TEXT MODE] (GP.40) in scene mode. You can select from [DEEP], [NORMAL] and [LIGHT].
Page 61: Shifting The Af Target (Macro)
Shifting the AF Target (Macro) You can press the ADJ. button during macro shooting and then use the !"#$ buttons to shift the AF target without moving the camera. You can then lock the focus (GP.35) at the position of the AF target and shoot the picture.
Page 62: Shooting Setting Menu
Shooting Setting Menu Press the MENU/OK button in shooting mode to display the Shooting Setting menu. The Shooting Setting menu can be used to set the following shooting settings. When Mode Dial is Set to 5/K Setting Options [Default Settings] PIC QUALITY/SIZE F3264(8M), N3264(8M), N2592(5M), N2048(3M), F1280(1M), [N1280(1M)], N640(VGA)
Page 63: Using The Menu
Using the Menu This explains how to make the settings. Use the !"$ buttons and MENU/OK button to select and set an item. Press the MENU/OK button in shooting mode. • The Shooting Setting menu is displayed. The menu items are provided on three screens.
Page 64: Choosing Picture Quality Mode/Image Size (Pic Quality/Size)
Choosing Picture Quality Mode/ Image Size (PIC QUALITY/SIZE) The file size of a shot still image depends on the picture quality mode and image size settings. For movies, choose the movie size. Figures inside the bold frame indicate those shown on the screen. Still Images Image Size Picture Quality...
Page 65: The Desired Setting
Note ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- • For picture quality mode, select normal mode (N) or fine mode (F), depending on the desired compression ratio. Normal mode: The compression ratio is high, resulting in a small file. Normally, shooting is done in this mode. Fine mode: The compression ratio is low, resulting in a large file, but the picture quality is better than in Normal.
Page 66: Shooting With The Antiblur Function (Antiblur)
Shooting with the Antiblur Function (ANTIBLUR) This function minimizes camera shake and blurring during shooting. Turn the mode dial to 5/K. Press the MENU/OK button. • The Shooting Setting menu is displayed. Press the " button to select [ANTIBLUR] and press the $ button.
Page 67: Changing The Focusing Mode (Focus)
Changing the Focusing Mode (FOCUS) If you shoot the subject in the default focusing mode, the camera focuses automatically with Auto Focus (AF). Choose from the following five focusing modes. Focusing Modes Symbol Mode None MULTI AF None SPOT AF MF (Manual Focus) SNAP A (Infinity)
Page 68: Manual Focus Shooting (Mf)
Manual Focus Shooting (MF) If the camera fails to focus automatically, you can focus manually (MF: Manual Focus). Manual focus enables shooting at a fixed distance. Note ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- • In scene mode, manual focus can be used only when [ZOOM MACRO] or [SKEW COR MODE] is selected.
Page 69 Press the # button to display the focus bar. • Each time the # button is pressed, the focus bar and zoom bar appear alternately. Press the z (Telephoto) button or the Z (Wide-angle) button to adjust the focus. • Pressing the z (Telephoto) button adjusts the focus to farther objects.
Page 70: Changing The Light Metering (Photometry)
Changing the Light Metering (PHOTOMETRY) You can change the metering method (the range to use for metering) used to determine the exposure value. There are three light metering modes. Light Metering Modes Symbol Mode Description None MULTI The entire shooting range is divided into 256 partitions, and each is metered to determine the overall exposure value.
Page 71: Changing The Edge Quality Of Still Images (Sharpness)
Changing the Edge Quality of Still Images (SHARPNESS) You can change the edge quality of your still images to either sharp or soft. Turn the mode dial to 5/K. Press the MENU/OK button. • The Shooting Setting menu is displayed. Press the "...
Page 72: Shooting With Multi-Shot (S-Cont/M-Cont)
Shooting with Multi-Shot (S-CONT/M-CONT) With Multi-shot, you can shoot consecutive images. Multi-shot has the following two modes: S (Stream)-CONT With just one full-press of the shutter release button, you can take 16 consecutive shots at intervals of 1/7.5 seconds in about 2 seconds. The 16 still images are grouped together as a set and are recorded as one image file (3264 ×...
Page 73: Shutter Release Button
Press the " button to select [CONT. MODE] and press the $ button. Press the !" buttons to select [S-CONT], or [M-CONT]. Press the MENU/OK button, or # button and press the MENU/ OK button. • The symbol appears on the screen. S-CONT (S Multi-Shot) Compose your picture and then press the shutter release button.
Page 74: Viewing An S-Cont Or M-Cont Still Image In Enlarged Display Mode
Viewing an S-CONT or M-CONT Still Image in Enlarged Display Mode While a still image (16 frames in an image file) taken with S-CONT or M-CONT is displayed, you can enlarge any one of the 16 frames. You can also switch between frames while viewing the image in enlarged display mode.
Page 75: Setting The Color Depth (Color Depth)
Setting the Color Depth (COLOR DEPTH) You can set the color depth of still images to [VIVID], [NORMAL], [NEUTRAL], or [B&W]. Turn the mode dial to 5/K. Press the MENU/OK button. • The Shooting Setting menu is displayed. Press the " button to select [COLOR DEPTH] and press the $ button.
Page 76: Using Long Time Exposure (Time Exposure)
Using Long Time Exposure (TIME EXPOSURE) You can select [1 SEC.], [2 SEC.], [4 SEC.], or [8 SEC.] for time exposure. By using long time exposure, you can capture the movement of moving subjects such as the trail of fireworks and car lights when shooting a night scene.
Page 77: Shooting Pictures Automatically At Set Intervals (Interval)
Shooting Pictures Automatically at Set Intervals (INTERVAL) You can set the camera to automatically take pictures at fixed intervals. You can set the shooting interval from 30 seconds to 3 hours in increments of 30 seconds. Turn the mode dial to 5/K. Press the MENU/OK button.
Page 78 Caution------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ • The interval shooting setting is cleared when the camera is turned off. • The time until the next picture can be taken according to the shooting menu setting may be longer than the time set for interval shooting. In this case, the shooting interval becomes longer than the set time.
Page 79: Shooting A Still Image With Sound (Image With Sound)
Shooting a Still Image with Sound (IMAGE WITH SOUND) You can shoot a still image with a voice memo of up to eight seconds. Turn the mode dial to 5/K. Press the MENU/OK button. • The Shooting Setting menu is displayed. Press the "...
Page 80: 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/K. Press the MENU/OK button. •...
Page 81: Changing The Exposure (Exposure Comp.)
Changing the Exposure (EXPOSURE COMP.) The exposure setting enables you to select the brightness level for your picture. Normally, if your subject is centered, backlight compensation is automatically activated, and you can shoot with the correct exposure. In the following cases, or when you intentionally want to change the exposure, you can adjust the exposure setting.
Page 82: Using Natural And Artificial Lighting (White Balance)
Using Natural and Artificial Lighting (WHITE BALANCE) Adjust the white balance so that a white subject will appear white. At purchase, the white balance is set to [AUTO]. Normally you do not need to change the setting, but if the camera is having difficulty determining the white balance when shooting an object of a single color or when shooting under multiple light sources, you can change the setting.
Page 83: Setting The White Balance Manually (Manual Settings)
Note ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- • The white balance may not be adjusted correctly for a subject that is mostly dark. In this case, add something white to the subject. • When shooting with the flash, the white balance may not be adjusted correctly if [AUTO] is not selected.
Page 84: Changing The Sensitivity (Iso Setting)
Changing the Sensitivity (ISO SETTING) ISO sensitivity indicates how sensitive film is to light. A greater value means higher sensitivity. High sensitivity is suitable for shooting an object in a dark place or a fast-moving object while minimizing blurring. You can choose from the following ISO settings: AUTO, ISO 64, ISO 100, ISO 200, ISO 400, ISO 800, and ISO 1600.
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/K. Press the MENU/OK button. • The Shooting Setting menu is displayed. Press the !"...
Page 86: Shooting/Playing Back Movies
2 Shooting/Playing Back Movies 3 Shooting Movies You can shoot movies with sound. You can set the image size to either 320 × 240 or 160 × 120 pixels. You can set the number of frames shot per second (frame rate) to either 30 or 15.
Page 87: Setting The Frame Rate (Frame Rate)
Note ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- • The flash cannot be used. • While shooting movies, only digital zoom can be used. (GP.37) • When the shutter release button is pressed in Step 2, the camera focuses on the subject. • The remaining recording time may not change uniformly because it is recalculated from the remaining memory capacity during movie recording.
Page 88: Playing Back Movies
Note ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- • Movie recording time may vary depending on the capacity of the recording destination (internal memory or SD memory card), shooting conditions, and the type and manufacturer of the SD memory card. • The table below shows the approximate recording time. Internal Memory 320 ×...
Page 89: Recording/Playing Back Sound
3 Recording/Playing Back Sound 2 Recording Sound You can record sound. Recorded data is stored as a WAV file. Turn the mode dial to 2 (voice memo mode). Press the shutter release button. • Sound recording starts. Recording continues until you press the shutter release button again.
Page 90: Playing Back Sound
Playing Back Sound To playback sounds, follow the steps below. Press the 6 (Playback) button. • The last shot taken is displayed. Press the #$ buttons to select a sound file for playback (indicated with a speaker). • Press the $ button to display the next file.
Page 91: Other Playback Functions
4 Other Playback Functions Playback Setting Menu Press the MENU/OK button in playback mode to display the Playback Setting menu. The Playback Setting menu allows you to make the settings for the following functions. Setting Options SLIDE SHOW PROTECT Select/Cancel 1 FILE, Select/Cancel ALL FILES, Select Multi-files DPOF Select/Cancel 1 FILE, Select/Cancel ALL FILES, Select...
Page 92: Displaying Photos In Order Automatically (Slide Show)
Displaying Photos in Order Automatically (SLIDE SHOW) You can display the recorded still images, movies, and sound files sequentially on the screen. This is called a slide show. To view a slide show, follow the steps below. Press the 6 (Playback) button. •...
Page 93: Write-Protecting Files (Protect)
Write-protecting Files (PROTECT) You can protect files from being accidentally deleted. Caution------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Protected files cannot be deleted normally. However, they will be deleted if you format the memory where the files are stored. Protecting a File Press the 6 (Playback) button. •...
Page 94: Protecting All Files
Protecting All Files To protect all your files, follow the steps below. Press the 6 (Playback) button. Press the MENU/OK button. • The Playback Setting menu appears. Press the " button to select [PROTECT] and press the $ button. Press the !" buttons to select [ALL FILES].
Page 95: Protecting Multiple Files At Once
Protecting Multiple Files at Once To protect selected files all at once, follow the steps below. Press the 6 (Playback) button. Press the 9 (Thumbnail Display) button twice. • The screen is divided into 12 frames and thumbnails are displayed. Press the !"#$ buttons to select the first file you want to protect.
Page 96: 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 store that offers a digital camera print service. To use a print service, you must make print settings on your camera.
Page 97: Setting Dpof For All Still Images
Setting DPOF for All Still Images To apply DPOF settings to all your still images, follow the steps below. Press the 6 (Playback) button. Press the MENU/OK button. • The Playback Setting menu appears. Press the " button to select [DPOF] and press the $ button.
Page 98: Setting Dpof For Multiple Still Images
Setting DPOF for Multiple Still Images To make the DPOF settings for selected still images all at once, follow the steps below. Press the 6 (Playback) button. Press the 9 (Thumbnail Display) button twice. • The screen is divided into 12 frames and thumbnails are displayed. Press the !"#$ buttons to select the first still image for which you want to make the DPOF setting.
Page 99: Changing The Image Size (Resize)
Changing the Image Size (RESIZE) You can reduce the image size of a shot still image to create a new file with a different image size. Original F3264/N3264/N2592/N2048 F1280/N1280 Caution------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ You can resize only still images and still images with voice memos. Movies cannot be resized.
Page 100: Copying The Contents Of The Internal Memory To An Sd Memory Card (Copy To Card)
Copying the Contents of the Internal Memory to an SD Memory Card (COPY TO CARD) You can copy all movies, still images, and sound data stored in the internal memory onto an SD memory card at once. Turn the camera off. Insert an SD memory card.
Page 101: Direct Printing
Direct Print Function The Direct Print standard enables direct printing from a camera to a printer by connecting them via a USB cable. Photos can be printed quickly and easily from your digital camera without using a computer. Caution------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ • You cannot print movies (AVI files) with this function. For still images with sounds (JPG files with WAV files), only the still images (JPG files) are printed.
Page 102: Connecting The Camera To A Printer
Connecting the Camera to a Printer Connect your camera to a printer using the USB cable provided. Make sure that the camera is off. Turn the terminal cover knob of the camera in the direction of the arrow to open the cover. Connect your camera to a printer using the USB cable provided.
Page 103: Printing Still Images
Printing Still Images You can print still images from the camera with a PictBridge- compatible printer. Still images are sent from the internal memory when no SD memory card is loaded or from an SD memory card when one is loaded. Caution------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Do not disconnect the USB cable during printing.
Page 104 • The following items can be selected. Each item appears only when supported by the printer connected to the camera. The items marked with an asterisk (*) appear only when [REPORT PRINT] is supported by a Ricoh printer connected to the camera. Item Name Description PAPER SIZE Sets the paper size.
Page 105: Printing Several Still Images
Note ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- • To specify the settings as the default settings next time the camera is connected to the printer, press the ADJ. button when the screen in Step 7 is displayed. When the screen at the right appears, press the #$ buttons to select [SET] and press the MENU/OK button.
Page 106 Repeat Steps 7 and 8 to select all the still images to be printed and the number of copies for each. Press the MENU/OK button. • The Direct Print menu appears. Press the !" buttons to select an item, and then press the $ button to display the detailed options screen.
Page 107: Printing Reports
Printing Reports Select [REPORT PRINT] on the Direct Print menu. [REPORT PRINT] appears only when connected to a Ricoh printer that supports PictBridge. For the latest information about Ricoh printers, visit the Ricoh website at http://www.ricoh.com/. The layout that can be selected depends on the connected printer.
Page 108: Printing A Camera Memo On A Report
Printing a Camera Memo on a Report To print a camera memo on a report, select [REPORT PRINT] on the Direct Print menu and set [MEMO PRINT] to [ON]. Example of Printed Report with Camera Memo W/REMARK SECTION Note ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- For details about the camera memo, refer to the “Software User Guide”.
Page 109: Changing Camera Settings Setup Menu
6 Changing Camera Settings SETUP Menu You can change the camera settings by displaying the SETUP menu from the Shooting Setting menu (GP.59) or Playback Setting menu (GP.88). The SETUP menu enables you to set the items listed in the table below.
Page 110: Using The Setup Menu
Using the SETUP Menu This explains how to make the settings. Use the !"$ buttons and MENU/OK button to select and set an item. Press the MENU/OK button. • The Shooting Setting menu (or the Playback Setting menu) appears. Press the $ button. •...
Page 111 Changing the display ---------------------------------------------------------------------- • You can select a screen by the screen number: 1 Press the # button to select a screen number on the left of the screen. !" 2 Press the screens. 3 Press the selection. buttons to change button to return to menu item...
Page 112: Preparing The Sd Memory Card (Format [Card])
Preparing the SD Memory Card (FORMAT [CARD]) If the error message [CARD ERROR] is displayed when an SD memory card is loaded into the camera or the card has been used with a computer or other device, you must format the card prior to use with this camera.
Page 113: Formatting The Internal Memory (Format [Int. Mem.])
Formatting the Internal Memory (FORMAT [INT. MEM.]) If the error message [FORMAT INTERNAL MEMORY] is displayed, you must format the internal memory prior to use. Caution------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Formatting the internal memory deletes all of the images recorded in the memory. If you have images in the internal memory that you do not want to delete, copy the images to the SD memory card before formatting the internal memory.
Page 114: Adjusting The Brightness Of The Lcd Monitor (Lcd Brightness)
Adjusting the Brightness of the LCD Monitor (LCD BRIGHTNESS) To adjust the brightness of the LCD monitor, follow the steps below. Display the SETUP menu. • For the operating procedure, see P.107. Press the " button to select [LCD BRIGHTNESS] and press the $ button.
Page 115: Assigning A Function To The Adj. Button (Adj Btn. Set.)
Assigning a Function to the ADJ. Button (ADJ BTN. SET.) You can use the ADJ. button to display the screens for setting the exposure compensation and white balance with fewer button operations and without displaying the Shooting Setting menu. You can also use [ADJ BTN. SET.1] and [ADJ BTN. SET.2] to add a camera function that can be activated by pressing the ADJ.
Page 116: Changing The Auto Power Off Setting (Auto Power Off)
Changing the Auto Power Off Setting (AUTO POWER OFF) If you do not operate the camera for a set period of time, it will shut off automatically to conserve battery power (Auto Power Off). By default, auto power off is set to one minute, but you can change this setting.
Page 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 Shutter release sound : Sound when the shutter release button is pressed. Focus sound Beep sound Available Settings...
Page 118: Changing The Beep Sound Volume (Vol. Settings)
Changing the Beep Sound Volume (VOL. SETTINGS) The beep sound volume can be changed. Available Settings (Mute) (Small) (Medium) *Default setting (Large) To change the beep sound volume, follow the steps below. Display the SETUP menu. • For the operating procedure, see P.107. Press the "...
Page 119: Changing Image Confirmation Time (Lcd Confirm.)
Changing Image Confirmation Time (LCD CONFIRM.) Immediately after you press the shutter release button, the still image taken is displayed on the screen for a moment so you can check it. By default, the image confirmation time is set to 1 second, but this can be changed.
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 the internal memory with a consecutively numbered file name that is automatically assigned. When you switch SD memory cards, you can set your camera to continue consecutive numbering from the previously loaded card.
Page 121 • When recording data to the internal memory, files are assigned consecutively numbered file names, just as if [SEQUENTIAL NO.] is set to [OFF]. • When transferring images to a computer using RICOH Gate La (GP.150), the file being transferred is renamed and saved. The file is saved with the name “RIMG****.jpg”...
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. Display the SETUP menu. • For the operating procedure, see P.107. Press the "...
Page 123: Changing The Display Language (Language/N)
Changing the Display Language (LANGUAGE/N) You can change the language displayed on the screen. Available Settings (Japanese) ENGLISH *Default setting To change the display language, follow the steps below. Display the SETUP menu. • For the operating procedure, see P.107. Press the "...
Page 124: Changing The Step Zooming Setting (Step Zoom)
Changing the Step Zooming Setting (STEP ZOOM) Step zooming is the setting of the focal length with optical zooming, which can be fixed to any of four levels (28, 35, 50, 85 mm, equivalent to that on a 35mm camera). Available Settings ON (Use step zooming) OFF (Do not use step zooming) *Default setting...
Page 125: Displaying A Settings Change Warning (Shtg Stgs Warng.)
Displaying a Settings Change Warning (SHTG STGS WARNG.) If the initial settings are changed for the following functions, you can set the camera to have the icon of that function blink and to display a warning message about the function with the changed setting for a few seconds when the camera is turned on.
Page 126: Changing The Usb Setting (Usb Connection)
USB cable without installing the supplied software or USB driver. Usually, set [USB CONNECTION] to [ORIGINAL]. You can transfer images to your computer using the supplied RICOH Gate La software. USB CONNECTION MASS STR...
Page 127 Caution------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ • When [USB CONNECTION] is set to [MASS STR], you cannot use RICOH Gate La to transfer camera data. • When [USB CONNECTION] is set to [MASS STR], files can only be read from the camera and cannot be written to or deleted from the camera.
Page 128: Enlarging Icon Display (Enlge Photo Icon)
Enlarging Icon Display (ENLGE PHOTO ICON) You can enlarge the icons displayed on the screen during shooting. The following icons are enlarged: Flash, Macro Shooting, Self-timer, White balance, Focus, Exposure compensation, ISO setting When the icons are enlarged, the following items are not displayed: Zoom bar/Focus bar, Date imprint, Sharpness, Color depth To enlarge the icons on the screen, follow the steps below.
Page 129: Registering The Power-On Settings (Reg. My Settings)
(REG. MY SETTINGS) The My Setting function allows you to make your desired settings to be used at power-on. For example, when a digital camera is used in common by multiple persons, you can use the camera without regard to the settings made by the person who used the camera previously because the camera settings are restored to your settings each time the camera is turned on.
Page 130: Changing The Startup Settings (Start Settings)
Changing the Startup Settings (START SETTINGS) You can use the settings registered in [REG. MY SETTINGS] for the startup settings. Display the SETUP menu. • For the operating procedure, see P.107. Press the " button to select [START SETTINGS] and press the $ button.
Page 131: Downloading Images To Your Computer
7 Downloading Images to Your Computer The screen images shown here may differ from the images displayed on your computer depending on your computer OS. For Windows Refer to P.142 for Macintosh. You need to install software for transferring images to your computer before you can download images from the camera.
Page 132: Using The Caplio Software Cd-Rom
Using the Caplio Software CD-ROM Once you insert the Caplio Software CD- ROM in the CD-ROM drive, the installer screen appears automatically. Item Name Installing the Software Installing DeskTopBinder Lite Use this button to install software required for Browse User’s Manual (Software Version) Browse CD-ROM Content Description...
Page 133 WIA Driver XP: Windows XP 98: Windows 98/98SE/Me/2000 * Only for Caplio 500SE-W Note ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- • The camera is provided with ImageMixer software 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.
Page 134 When [Installing DeskTopBinder Lite] is clicked: (GP.136) The following software will be installed: Software Windows DeskTopBinder Lite USB Driver WIA Driver XP: Windows XP 98: Windows 98/98SE/Me/2000 Caution------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ DeskTopBinder Lite is compatible with Windows 98SE but not Windows 98. Note ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- •...
Page 135 When [Browse CD-ROM Content] is clicked: You can check folders and files on the CD-ROM. The CD-ROM contains not only the software installed by clicking [Installing the software] but also the following software. These software products run on Windows. For the installation of each software product, see the reference page in the table below.
Page 136: System Requirements For Using Caplio Software Cd-Rom
System Requirements for Using Caplio Software CD-ROM The following environments are necessary for using Caplio Software. Please check your computer, or the computer’s user manual. Operating Systems Windows 98/98 Second Edition Supported Windows 2000 Professional Windows Me Windows XP Home Edition/Professional Pentium lll: 500 MHz or faster Memory Windows 98/98SE: 128 MB or more...
Page 137: Installing The Software Required For Handling The Camera And Images On Your Computer
Installing the Software Required for Handling the Camera and Images on Your Computer Install the required software on your computer from the CD-ROM before connecting the camera. Caution------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ • Do not install the software when the camera is connected to your computer with a USB cable.
Page 138: Restart Your Computer
Click [Next]. • The [Choose Destination Location] screen appears. Confirm where you want to install and then click [Next]. • The [Select Program Folder] screen appears. Confirm the [Select Program Folder] and then click [Next]. • The ImageMixer installer starts. Install ImageMixer following the messages displayed on the screen.
Page 139: Installing The Desktopbinder Lite
Lite.(GP.134) The driver included in the Caplio Software is required to use the Auto Document Link. • If [Caplio Digital Camera] is set as the monitoring destination of the Auto Document Link, select [ORIGINAL] for [USB CONNECTION] on the camera menu.(GP.123) Here is an example of the Windows XP screen.
Page 140 [Option settings] dialog box displayed by selecting [Option settings] on the [RICOH Gate La Settings] menu. (Refer to the “Software User Guide”.) Before capturing images from the camera, set the date and time using the [DATE SETTINGS] option of the camera.
Page 141: Installing Other Software On Your Computer
Installing Other Software on Your Computer Caution------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ • Do not install the software when the camera is connected to your computer with a USB cable. • For Windows XP or Windows 2000, administrator privileges are required to install the software. Acrobat Reader Acrobat Reader is required to display the operation manual (PDF file).
Page 142 DirectX DirectX is used to play movie files with 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 143: Uninstalling The Software
Uninstalling the Software Caution------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ • For Windows 2000/XP, administrator privileges are required to uninstall the software. • If any other program is active or unsaved data remains, save the data and terminate the program before uninstalling. • If you install both ImageMixer and the DeskTopBinder Lite and then uninstall either one, camera connection to the computer may fail.
Page 144 ImageMixer Click [Start] on the Windows task bar. Select [Settings]-[Control Panel] ([Control Panel] for XP). Double-click the [Add/Remove Programs] icon (or the [Add or Remove Programs] icon in Windows XP). Select [ImageMixer] and then click [Change/Remove]. Confirm file deletion and click [OK]. •...
Page 145: For Macintosh
X: Mac OS X 10.1.2 to 10.4.6 Note ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- • For Mac OS 8.6 to 9.2.2, when the camera and computer are connected, RICOH Gate La automatically starts and the downloading of images begins. For details about the software, see the “Software User Guide”.
Page 146 For Mac OS 8.6 to 9.2.2, double- clicking the [Installer] icon displays the [Digital camera software installer] window. Note ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The “Digital camera software installer” window is not displayed in Mac OS X 10.1.2 to 10.4.6. (GP.146) Item Name Description Installing the Software Use this button to install software required for handling the camera and images.
Page 147: System Requirements For Using The Caplio Software Cd-Rom
System Requirements for Using the Caplio Software CD-ROM The following environments are necessary for using the Caplio 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...
Page 148: Installing The Software Required For Handling The Camera And Images On Your Computer (Mac Os 8.6 To 9.2.2)
CD-ROM in the CD-ROM drive. Double-click the [Caplio Software] icon. Double-click the [MacOS9] folder. • The [Installer] icon appears. Double-click [Installer]. • The [Digital camera software installer] window opens. Click [Installing the software]. Click [OK] to update. Click [Install]. • When installation finishes, a message appears to inform you that it is necessary to restart your Macintosh.
Page 149: Installing The Software Required For Handling The Camera And Images On Your Computer (Mac Os X 10.1.2 To 10.4.6)
Installing the Software Required for Handling the Camera and Images on Your Computer (Mac OS X 10.1.2 to 10.4.6) Install the required software on your computer from the CD-ROM before connecting the camera. Caution------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Do not install the software when the camera is connected to your computer with a USB cable.
Page 150 Click the destination disk you want, and then click [Continue]. Click [Install]. • Click [Upgrade] to update the software. • A screen appears prompting you to enter the administrator’s password. Enter the administrator’s name and password, and then click [OK]. •...
Page 151: Uninstalling The Software
Mac OS 8.6 to 9.2.2 Delete the following files in the System Folder from your Macintosh. File Name RICOH Gate La RICOH Gate La Prefs Caplio Mounter Caplio Mounter Prefs Caplio USB Driver Caplio LIB Mac OS X 10.1.2 to 10.4.6 Start [Caplio Mounter] in [Applications] folder.
Page 152: Connecting The Camera To Your Computer
(GP.150) • When using Macintosh or when connecting the camera to a Windows computer that you have connected the camera to already, RICOH Gate La starts and image transfer begins automatically. Caution------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Before opening or closing the battery/card cover or terminal cover, be sure to remove any water, sand or mud adhering to the camera, and avoid opening and closing the cover in places where such contaminants may get inside the camera.
Page 153: Using The Caplio Software To Download Images
By default, the WIA driver is installed in the following location: Specify the folder if the CD-ROM is not available. My Computer Local Disk Select [RICOH Gate La], check [Always use this program for this action] check box, and then click [OK].
Page 154: Downloading Images In Mass Storage Mode
• When downloading images from your camera, load a battery with adequate remaining power in the camera. Use of the AC adapter (sold separately) is recommended. • When transferring images to a computer using RICOH Gate La, the file being transferred is renamed and saved.
Page 155 From the displayed drive, copy a file to the desired location. • The figure at right shows the folder configuration in the drive. • When the contents of the internal memory are displayed, the drive name is [RICOHDCI]. Caution------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ • Mass storage mode is not available on this camera if you are using Windows 98/98 SE or Mac OS 8.6.
Page 156: Disconnecting The Camera From Your Computer
SD memory card. Disconnecting the Camera from Your Computer For Windows If images are downloaded using RICOH Gate La or the [Scanner and Camera Wizard], turn the camera off after downloading images and disconnect the USB cable.
Page 157: Using The Bluetooth ® Function
(.AVI) or text (.TIF). If there are still images with sounds (.JPG and .WAV), only still images (.JPG) are sent. • For Caplio 500SE-W, before sending an image, set [CHANGE COM] to [BT] on the Expanded Settings menu on the camera. (GP.193)
Page 158: Expanded Settings Menu
Expanded Settings Menu You can set the Bluetooth LAN (only for Caplio 500SE-W) by displaying the Expanded Settings menu from the Shooting Setting menu (GP.59) or Playback Setting menu (GP.88). The Expanded Settings menu enables you to set the items listed in the table below.
Page 159 Press the $ button twice. • The Expanded Settings menu is displayed. The menu items are provided on four screens. Press the !" buttons to select the desired menu item. • Press the " button at the bottom item to display the next screen. Press the $ button.
Page 160: Sending Still Images To A Printer (Print)
Check that the destination device (printer) is ready for printing. Press the 6 (Playback) button. • For Caplio 500SE-W, check that [CHANGE COM] is set to [BT] on the Expanded Settings menu. (GP.193) • To send all still images, go to Step 4.
Page 161 Press the " button to select [PRINT], and then press the $ button. • When the Bluetooth for the first time, a screen appears confirming whether to search for a destination device. • If you have already searched for a destination device, a list of destination devices appears.
Page 162: Printing Several Still Images
Check that the destination device (printer) is ready for printing. Press the 6 (Playback) button. • For Caplio 500SE-W, check that [CHANGE COM] is set to [BT] on the Expanded Settings menu. (GP.193) Press the 9 (Thumbnail Display) button twice.
Page 163 Press the " button to select [PRINT], and then press the $ button. • When the Bluetooth for the first time, a screen appears confirming whether to search for a destination device. • If you have already searched for a destination device, a list of destination devices appears.
Page 164 Repeat Step 8 to select all the files you want to send. • If you selected a file by mistake, you can deselect it by selecting the file and pressing the MENU/OK button again. Press the DISP. button. • A screen appears indicating the printing format and number of files. Press the MENU/OK button.
Page 165: Entering An Authentication Passkey For A Destination Device
Entering an Authentication Passkey for a Destination Device The authentication passkey is a code used to authenticate two devices connecting using the Bluetooth If the passkey is set on the destination device, a message appears when connecting to that device. Follow the procedure below to enter the passkey.
Page 166: Entering Characters
How to Use the Keyboard To use the keyboard, follow the steps below. Switching among letters, numbers and symbols When there is a cursor at the leftmost or rightmost character on the keyboard, press the #$ buttons to switch the character type among numbers, symbols, lowercase letters and uppercase letters.
Page 167 Entering a space Press the !"#$ buttons to select [SPACE]. Press the ADJ./MEMO button. Inserting a character Press the !"#$ buttons to select one of the characters at the top of the keyboard. Press the ! button. • The cursor moves to the right of the input characters.
Page 168 Deleting a character Press the !"#$ buttons to select one of the characters at the top of the keyboard. Press the ! button. • The cursor moves to the right of the input characters. Press the #$ buttons to position the cursor to the right of the character you want to delete.
Page 169: Sending Still Images To Your Computer (File Send)
Sending Still Images to Your Computer (FILE SEND) You can send still images from the camera to a Bluetooth computer. The sent images are processed according to the computer settings. Images are sent from the internal memory when no SD memory card is loaded or from an SD memory card when installed.
Page 170: Sending One Or All Still Images
Check that the destination device (computer) is turned Press the 6 (Playback) button. • For Caplio 500SE-W, check that [CHANGE COM] is set to [BT] on the Expanded Settings menu. (GP.193) • To send all still images, go to Step 4.
Page 171 Press the !" buttons to select the desired destination device and then press the MENU/OK button. • If the desired destination device is not listed, press the ADJ. button to search again for destination devices. • Select a destination device and press the $ button to display information about the destination device.
Page 172: Sending Several Still Images
Sending Several Still Images Check that the destination device (computer) is turned Press the 6 (Playback) button. • For Caplio 500SE-W, check that [CHANGE COM] is set to [BT] on the Expanded Settings menu. (GP.193) Press the 9 (Thumbnail Display) button twice.
Page 173 Press the !" buttons to select the desired destination device and then press the MENU/OK button. • If the desired destination device is not listed, press the ADJ. button to search again for destination devices. • Select a destination device and press the $ button to display information about the destination device.
Page 174: Sending Images In Shooting Mode (Quick Send Mode)
Display the Expanded Settings menu. • For the operating procedure, see P.155. • For Caplio 500SE-W, check that [CHANGE COM] is set to [BT] on the Expanded Settings menu. (GP.193) Press the " button to select [QUICK SEND MODE] and press the $ button.
Page 175: Using Quick Review Send
• If the camera is connected using a serial connection or wireless LAN connection (only for Caplio 500SE-W), you cannot use Quick Review Send to send still images even when [1TOUCH] is set. Before you can use Quick Review Send to send still images, you must first disconnect the serial connection or wireless LAN connection.
Page 176 • If the camera is connected using a wireless LAN connection, a screen appears confirming whether to disconnect the wireless LAN connection. Select [YES] and press the MENU/OK button, and go to Step 5 or Step 6. (Only for Caplio 500SE-W) Press the $ button to select [YES] and then press the MENU/OK button.
Page 177 Press the MENU/OK button. • Transfer of the images to the destination device begins and the progress is displayed. Pressing the DISP. button cancels the operation. Pressing the 6 (Playback) button or shutter release button or turning the mode dial also cancels the operation. •...
Page 178: Making Advanced Bluetooth ® Settings
Making Advanced Bluetooth Registering an Authentication Passkey for a Device (PASS KEY) The authentication passkey is a code used to authenticate two devices connecting using the Bluetooth If a passkey is required to connect to a destination device, the authentication passkey can be registered in the camera beforehand so that the passkey can be authenticated automatically when connecting to the device.
Page 179: Changing The Number Of Discoverable Devices (Search Count)
Changing the Number of Discoverable Devices (SEARCH COUNT) You can set the maximum number of Bluetooth be discovered each time a search is performed. Select between one and ten devices. The default setting is [5]. Display the Expanded Settings menu. •...
Page 180: Connecting To Several Devices At The Same Time (Master/Slave)
Connecting to Several Devices at the Same Time (MASTER/SLAVE) You can connect the camera to one Bluetooth devices at the same time. Available Settings MASTER (Connect to several devices at the same time) SLAVE (Connect to one device) *Default setting Display the Expanded Settings menu.
Page 181: Selecting The Size Of Images To Be Sent (Image File Size)
Selecting the Size of Images to Be Sent (IMAGE FILE SIZE) You can select the size of still images to be sent. Available Settings NO ALTER (Do not change the image size) 1280 640 *Default setting Display the Expanded Settings menu. •...
Page 182: Automatically Deleting Sent Images (Auto Del)
Automatically Deleting Sent Images (AUTO DEL) You can set the camera to automatically delete a file from the camera after it has been sent to a computer or a printer. Available Settings ON (Automatically delete a still image after it has been sent) OFF (Do not delete a still image after it has been sent) *Default setting Display the Expanded Settings menu.
Page 183: Using The Gps Function
9 Using the GPS Function About the GPS Function This camera can obtain and use GPS (Global Positioning System) information (longitude and latitude) in two ways. The first is by connecting the camera directly to a GPS module. The second is by using a Bluetooth connect to a Bluetooth You can record GPS information on shot still images.
Page 184: Obtaining Gps Information
• If the camera is connected using a wireless LAN connection, a screen appears confirming whether to disconnect the wireless LAN connection. Select [YES] and press the MENU/OK button, and go to Step 3 or Step 4. (Only for Caplio 500SE-W) Press the #$ buttons to select [YES] and then press the MENU/OK button.
Page 185 Press the !" buttons to select the desired destination device. • If the desired destination device is not listed, press the ADJ. button to search for a Bluetooth vicinity. • Select a destination device and press the $ button to display information about the destination device.
Page 186: Automatically Connecting To A Previously Connected Device (Bt Auto Conn)
Display the Expanded Settings menu. • For the operating procedure, see P.155. • For Caplio 500SE-W, check that [CHANGE COM] is set to [BT] on the Expanded Settings menu. (GP.193) Press the " button to select [BT AUTO CONN] and press the $ button.
Page 187 Automatically Establishing a Connection Check that the Bluetooth Turn the camera power on. • The camera attempts to automatically connect to the device and the connection status appears. Pressing the DISP. button cancels the operation. • If a passkey is required to connect to the destination device, a message appears prompting you to enter the passkey.
Page 188: Displaying Gps Information
Displaying GPS Information When the camera is connected to a Bluetooth shooting mode, the Bluetooth GPS icon appear on the LCD monitor. GPS positioning quality Display no fix Diff If the number of receivable satellites is less than three, the GPS information cannot be acquired.
Page 189: Lcd Monitor Display
LCD Monitor Display When the shooting screen switches to GPS display, the current GPS detailed information is displayed. At shooting, the latitude and longitude displayed on the LCD monitor are recorded as part of the image information. You can change the display when playing back still images with GPS information.
Page 190: Shooting With Gps Information
Shooting with GPS Information You can shoot still images with GPS information. You can also shoot images with GPS information while using scene mode (except for TEXT MODE) or Multi-shot. With the GPS function enabled, turn the Mode Dial to 5/K.
Page 191: Advanced Gps Information Settings
Advanced GPS Information Settings Setting the Datum (GPS DATUM) You can set the GPS information datum. Available Settings TOKYO (Standard datum used in Japan) WGS-84 (World geodetic system) *Default setting Display the Expanded Settings menu. • For the operating procedure, see P.155. Press the "...
Page 192: Setting The Display Standard (Gps Disp Mode)
Setting the Display Standard (GPS DISP MODE) You can set the standard of the GPS information displayed on the monitor. Available Settings LAT/LON (Displays latitude and longitude) *Default setting UTM (Displays Universal Transverse Mercator Projection (UTM) coordinates.) MGRS (Displays Military Grid Reference System (MGRS) coordinates.) ALL (Displays all information above) Display the Expanded Settings menu.
Page 193: Locking The Gps Information (Gps Lock)
Locking the GPS Information (GPS LOCK) You can set up the Q (Quick Review) button to use when locking GPS information. When GPS information is locked, new GPS information cannot be acquired. Available Settings OFF (Q button cannot be used to lock GPS information.) *Default setting ON (Q button can be used to lock GPS information.) Display the Expanded Settings menu.
Page 194: Using The Wireless Lan Function (Only For Caplio 500Se-W)
10 Using the Wireless LAN Function (Only for Caplio 500SE-W) About the Wireless LAN Function Caplio 500SE-W is equipped with Bluetooth functions to enable connection to other devices. To connect to a wireless device, you must set the Expanded Settings menu to the wireless LAN or Bluetooth (GP.193)
Page 195: Overview Of Transfer Process Via A Wireless Lan
Overview of Transfer Process via a Wireless LAN 1 Make advanced file transfer settings. (GP.194) Use the provided Caplio Setting software to make advanced settings for sending files via wireless LAN. If no FTP server is available, set up your computer to be the Caplio server before making the advanced settings.
Page 196: Selecting The Communication Method (Change Com)
Selecting the Communication Method (CHANGE COM) Before sending files from the camera, set whether to connect the camera to the destination by wireless LAN or Bluetooth Available Settings W-LAN (connect via wireless LAN) *Default setting ® BT (connect via Bluetooth Display the Expanded Settings menu.
Page 197: Making Advanced Wireless Lan Settings For Sending Files
Making Advanced Wireless LAN Settings for Sending Files To send files by wireless LAN, you must use the computer to create a communication list registering the advanced settings for sending files, and then transfer the communication list to the camera. Use the provided Caplio Setting software to make the settings.
Page 198 • The settings for the Detailed Setups tabs are as shown below. Detailed Setups tab Settings Network IP address and other settings (Send via Mail, Send via FTP) Wireless LAN Wireless LAN settings (Send via Mail, Send via FTP) Dial-up This camera is not configured for a dial-up connection, so this setting is not required.
Page 199: Detailed Setups Tab Settings
Detailed Setups Tab Settings [Network] tab Item Name Host Setup Host Name Camera Password Automatically retrieves its IP address Use the following IP address IP address Subnet Mask Default Gateway Automatically retrieves the address from the DNS server Use the following DNS server addresses Primary DNS Server Secondary DNS Server...
Page 200 Item Name Communication Channel Cryptography Network Key Authentication Description When several access points are in use, a channel is set to each access point. Select the channel of the access point. [Auto] Select this if [Connection Method] is set to [Infrastructure] and there is only one access point.
Page 201 [FTP Send] tab Item Name Server Name User Name and Password Specify Folder Does not send a file whose name already exists. [Mail Config.] tab Item Name Server Name User Name and Password From Address [Address Book] tab Item Name E-mail Address Note ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- This camera is not configured for dial-up connection, so settings in the [Dial-up] tab are...
Page 202: Setting Up A Caplio-Only Ftp Server
Setting Up a Caplio-only FTP Server If you do not have access to an FTP server, you can use the provided Caplio Server software to set up your computer as a Caplio server (Caplio-only FTP server). This setup is not necessary to send files to an FTP server already configured on your computer.
Page 203 The folder set in [Specify Folder] on the [FTP Send] tab (GP.198) is the inbox folder. Note ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The inbox folder is not created automatically. Create a folder with the same name as the specified folder. When [Server] or [Server+Camera] is selected in Step 3, specify the inbox folder in the [Folder name] box.
Page 204 Using the Caplio Server To send files from the camera to an FTP server, you must register the set FTP server to the communication list, and then transfer the communication list to the camera (GP.202). When using a Caplio server, after sending the communication list to the camera, follow the procedure below to use the FTP server.
Page 205: Creating A Communication List And Transferring It To The Camera
Creating a Communication List and Transferring it to the Camera After completing the advanced settings on the [Detailed Setups for selections] screen, create a communication list combining the desired settings and transfer it to the camera via the supplied USB cable.
Page 206 Select either [Send via FTP] or [Send via Mail] in the [Send Method] field. Select the desired Send via FTP setting or Mail Config. setting from the pull-down menu. • The settings registered on the Detailed Setups [FTP Send] or [Mail Config.] tab are displayed.
Page 207 Click [Transfer to Camera]. • A screen appears confirming whether to update the information set in the camera. Click [Yes] to update the information. Click [No] to cancel the update. • After Step 10, if [Transfer to Camera] is clicked without clicking [Apply], a message appears confirming whether to save the edited setting.
Page 208: Importing A Communication List From An Sd Memory Card (Read Com Setting)
Importing a Communication List from an SD Memory Card (READ COM SETTING) You can save the communication list on the computer, copy it to an SD memory card, and import it into the camera. Caution------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Use an SD memory card formatted with this camera. Create a communication list (GP.202 Steps 1 to 9), and click [Save in File].
Page 209 Press the " button to select [READ COM SETTING], and then press the $ button. • A screen appears confirming whether to import the communication list. Press the $ button to select [YES] and then press the MENU/OK button. • If a communication list has already been imported, a screen appears confirming whether to overwrite the communication list.
Page 210: Confirming And Editing The Destination Setting On The Camera
Confirming and Editing the Destination Setting on the Camera You can use the camera to confirm and edit the settings of the communication list transferred to the camera. Turn on the camera to display the Expanded Settings menu. • For the operating procedure, see P.155. Press the "...
Page 211 Change the setting. • Only alphanumeric characters can be entered with the keyboard screen. For information on how to use the keyboard, see P.163. After completing changes, press the MENU/OK button. • The display returns to the settings display screen. •...
Page 212: Sending Still Images, Movies, And Sound Files (File Send)
Sending Still Images, Movies, and Sound Files (FILE SEND) You can send still pictures (including text mode still images), movies, and sound files from the camera. The sent files are processed according to the computer settings. Files are sent from the internal memory when no SD memory card is loaded or from an SD memory card when installed.
Page 213: Sending One Or All Files
Sending One or All Files Check that the destination device (computer) is turned Press the 6 (Playback) button. • Check that [CHANGE COM] is set to [W-LAN] on the Expanded Settings menu. (P.193) • To send all files, go to Step 4. Press the #$ buttons to select a file to send.
Page 214 Press the !" button and [SEND ONE] to send one file or [SEND ALL] to send all files, and then press the MENU/OK button. • Transfer of the files to the destination device begins and the progress is displayed. Pressing the DISP. button cancels the operation.
Page 215: Sending Several Files
Sending Several Files Check that the destination device (computer) is turned Press the 6 (Playback) button. • Check that [CHANGE COM] is set to [W-LAN] on the Expanded Settings menu. (GP.193) Press the 9 (Thumbnail Display) button twice. • The screen is divided into 12 frames and thumbnails are displayed. Press the MENU/OK button.
Page 216 Press the !"#$ button to select the file to send, and then press the MENU/OK button. • The envelope icon appears on the screen. Repeat Step 7 to select all the files you want to send. • If you selected a file by mistake, you can deselect it by selecting the file and pressing the MENU/OK button again.
Page 217: Sending Files In Shooting Mode (Quick Review Send)
Sending Files in Shooting Mode (Quick Review Send) Immediately after you shoot an image, you can send the image file to another device. This is convenient if you want to send images to a predetermined device. You need to set [QUICK SEND MODE] on the Expanded Settings menu beforehand.
Page 218: Using Quick Review Send
Display the Expanded Settings menu. • For the operating procedure, see P.155. • Check that [CHANGE COM] is set to [W-LAN]. (P.193) Press the " button to select [QUICK SEND MODE] and press the $ button. Press the !" buttons to select [1TOUCH] or [2TOUCH].
Page 219 Note ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- • In the following cases, you cannot use Quick Review Send to send files to a device even when [QUICK SEND MODE] is set to [1TOUCH]. • When a communication list has not been transferred to the camera (GP.202) •...
Page 220 When [QUICK SEND MODE] is set to [2TOUCH] Check that the destination device (computer) is turned on. Turn the mode dial to 5/K and shoot the picture. Press the Q (Quick Review) button. • A screen appears confirming whether to send the file. Press the MENU/OK button.
Page 221 Note ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- • During manual focus (GP.65), you cannot use Quick Review Send to send files to a device even when [QUICK SEND MODE] is set to [2TOUCH]. • When the [Does not send a file whose name already exists.] box is checked on the [FTP Send] tab in the advanced settings of the communication list (GP.198), a file whose name already exists is not sent to the Send via FTP inbox folder.
Page 222: Specifying A Destination On The Camera Beforehand
Specifying a Destination on the Camera Beforehand When sending files, you can use the [SEND TO] screen displayed at the time of sending the files to specify the destination, or, you can choose not to display the [SEND TO] screen and specify the destination beforehand.
Page 223: Specifying A Destination (Send To)
Specifying a Destination (SEND TO) Display the Expanded Settings menu. • For the operating procedure, see P.155. Press the " button to select [SEND TO] and press the $ button. • A screen appears with a list of destinations set on the communication list.
Page 224: Appendices Troubleshooting
11 Appendices Troubleshooting Error Messages If an error message is displayed on the screen, take the corresponding action. ® Non-Bluetooth or Wireless LAN related error messages Error Message INSERT CARD SET DATE. FILE NUMBER OVER LIMIT UNMATCHED FILE INSUFFICIENT MEMORY. CONTINUE? PROTECTED CARD IS WRITE-PROTECTED.
Page 225 ® Bluetooth related error messages Error Message REQUESTED FILE CANNOT PRINT. REQUESTED FILE CANNOT BE SENT. VERIFYING FAILED. CANNOT CONNECT. PRINTING FAILED. CANNOT SEND. Cause and Action You attempted to send an image other than still ones (.JPG). Only still images (.JPG) can be sent. You attempted to send an image other than still ones (.JPG).
Page 226 Wireless LAN related error messages (Only for Caplio 500SE-W) Communication and send setting errors Error Message CONNECTION ERROR SEND METHOD MUST BE SELECTED NO SEND TO ADDRESS CANNOT CONNECT TO ACCESS POINT THE IP ADDRESS IS ALREADY IN USE CONFLICTING LAN SETTING...
Page 227 NO FILE SELECTED FOR DIRECT UPLOAD Note ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- If you cannot solve the problem using the solutions above, contact a Ricoh office or your local authorized Ricoh dealer. Cause and Action The [Server Name] is not set in the Detailed Setups [Mail Config.] tab.
Page 228: Camera Troubleshooting
Camera Troubleshooting Power Supply Problem Cause The camera does not Battery is not loaded or is turn on. exhausted. A (manganese dry cell or other) unacceptable battery is used. The AC adapter is not connected correctly. The camera is automatically turned off by auto power off.
Page 229 Shooting Problem The camera does not shoot even if you press the shutter release button. Unable to view the shot image. Images do not appear on the LCD monitor. Although the camera is set to auto focus, it is unable to focus. The picture is blurred.
Page 230 Problem Cause The flash does not fire or The flash cannot be used in the the flash cannot charge. following cases: • In multi-shot mode • In movie mode In scene modes, the flash is disabled by default. The flash is set to flash off. Battery is running low.
Page 231 Playback/Deleting Problem Cannot play back, or the playback screen does not appear. The contents of the SD memory card cannot be played back, or the playback screen does not appear. The LCD monitor turned off. A file cannot be deleted. The file is protected. Cannot format the SD memory card.
Page 232: Other Problems
Other Problems Problem Cause Cannot load the SD The card is facing the wrong way. memory card. The camera does not Battery is running low. operate even when the buttons are pressed. Camera malfunction. The date is incorrect. The correct date/time are not set. The set date disappeared.
Page 233: Software And Computer Troubleshooting
(PDF file). Warning Messages Under Windows XP Service Pack 2 When software for your Ricoh digital camera is used on a computer with Windows XP Service Pack 2 installed, the following warning message may appear at software activation or USB connection.
Page 234 Click the [Exceptions] tab. Check that the software is in [Programs and Services]. Click the [Add Program] button to add software that uses the network. If you clicked the [Ask Me Later] button: Each time the program is activated, the [Windows Security Alert] dialog box appears.
Page 235: Specifications
Specifications General Power Source Voltage External Dimensions Weight Tripod Hole Shape Operating Temperature Range -10 C to 40 C Operating Humidity Range Storage Temperature Range Water Resistance Dust Resistance Camera Parts Image Pickup Element Lens Lens Focal Length Shooting Distance Macro Shooting Distance (from the very front of the camera)
Page 236 Distance Control AF Method Normal Shooting: External Passive/CCD method Macro: CCD method AF Measurement Range Normal: approx. 0.3 m to A, Macro: approx. 0.005 m to A Internal Flash Method External modulated light sensor and pre-flash method Shooting Distance Approx. 0.2 to 10 m (Wide-angle), Approx. 0.2 to 6.5 m (Telephoto) (ISO: AUTO) Operating Modes Flash Off/Auto/Red-eye reduction/Forced flash/Flash synchro...
Page 237 *2 These are specifications according to the intended use of the Bluetooth predetermined by Bluetooth Wireless LAN Communication Port (Only for Caplio 500SE-W) Compliance Standard Transmission Method Data Transfer Speed*1 Communication Range*2...
Page 238: Number Of Images That Can Be Stored In Internal Memory/Sd Memory Card
Number of Images That Can be Stored in Internal Memory/SD Memory Card The following table shows the approximate number of images that can be recorded in the internal memory and onto an SD memory card at various image size and picture quality settings. Picture Mode Image Size...
Page 239: Optional Accessories
Optional Accessories The Caplio 500SE can be used with the items (sold separately) listed below. Item Wide Conversion Lens AC Adapter Rechargeable Battery Battery Charger Rechargeable Battery Set Soft Case Using a Wide Conversion Lens A wide conversion lens (DW-5) enables shooting at a lens magnification of 0.8 times (equivalent to a 35mm camera’s 22 mm...
Page 240: Using The External Flash
Using the External Flash You can attach an external flash and other accessories (available in stores) to the accessory shoe. Caution------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ • The accessory shoe conforms to JIS B7101. • You cannot use an external flash with no spring or lock mechanism. •...
Page 241: Functions Whose Defaults Are Restored When Camera Is Turned Off
Functions Whose Defaults are Restored When Camera is Turned Off Turning the camera off may reset some function settings to their defaults. The table below indicates whether or not the function is reset to its default when the camera is turned off. Menu Function SHTG STGS...
Page 242 Menu Function SETUP LCD CONFIRM. SEQUENTIAL NO. DATE SETTINGS LANGUAGE/N STEP ZOOM SHTG STGS WARNG. USB CONNECTION ENLGE PHOTO ICON REG. MY SETTINGS START SETTINGS EXP SET GPS DATUM GPS DISP MODE GPS LOCK PASS KEY SEARCH COUNT BT AUTO CONN MASTER/SLAVE IMAGE FILE SIZE AUTO DEL...
Page 243: About Scene Mode
About Scene Mode Depending on the scene mode, the operation of functions may differ from when in normal shooting mode. Refer to the table below. Scene Mode HIGH SENS FIREFIGHTING SKEW COR MODE TEXT MODE ZOOM MACRO Shooting Setting Menu Items by Scene Mode Setting SENSITIVITY PIC QUALITY/SIZE...
Page 244: Using Your Camera Abroad
Using Your Camera Abroad AC Adapter (Model AC-4d), Battery Charger (Model BJ-2e) This AC adapter can be used in regions with a current of 100-240V, 50Hz/60Hz. If you are going to travel to a country that uses a different shaped wall outlet/plug, please consult your travel agent on a plug adapter suitable for wall outlets in your country of destination.
Page 245: Cautions On Use
• The internal mechanisms of the camera are neither waterproof nor dustproof. • Should water enter the inside of the camera, remove the batteries immediately and contact the Ricoh Repair Center. Cautions on Use • When opening and closing the camera, take care to prevent water droplets or contaminants adhering to the camera from getting inside.
Page 246 • In cold climates, if the camera has water droplets adhering to its surface, they may freeze. Using the camera with ice on it may cause it to fail. Do not leave the camera with water adhering to it. • This product was manufactured for use in the country in which it was purchased.
Page 247: Care And Storage
• If the rubber packing has gotten dirty, wipe dirt off its surface using a soft cloth. If the dirt cannot be removed, request the dealer or the Ricoh Repair Center to replace the packing.
Page 248 If you use the camera frequently in a wet, sandy, or dusty environment, we recommend replacing the packing every year. The replacement will be performed by the Ricoh Repair Center on a chargeable basis. Precautions regarding care of your camera 1.
Page 249: Warranty And Servicing
Ricoh Repair Center. Please note that you will be not be reimbursed for the cost of bringing the camera to the Ricoh Repair Center. 2. This warranty does not cover any damage resulting from: 1 failure to follow the instructions in the instruction manual;...
Page 250: Notes To Users
Caplio 500SE-W has been tested and found to comply with FCC/IC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled equipment and meets the FCC radio frequency (RF) Exposure Guidelines in Supplement C to OET65 and RSS-102 of the IC radio frequency (RF) Exposure rules.
Page 251: Fcc Warning
FCC emission limits. An AC adaptor with ferrite core must be used for RF interference suppression. Product Name: DIGITAL CAMERA Model Number: Caplio 500SE-B/Caplio 500SE-W This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:...
Page 252 Notice to Users in EEA Countries Caplio 500SE-B Declaration of Conformity “The Product complies with the requirements of the EMC Directive 89/336/EEC.” This product complies with the essential requirements and provisions of Directive 1999/5/ EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 9 March 1999 on radio equipment and telecommunications terminal equipment and the mutual recognition of their conformity.
Page 253: Index
Index AA Alkaline Batteries ... 20, 25 AC Adapter... 13, 27 Accessory Shoe ... 14, 237 Acrobat Reader ... 132, 138 ADJ BTN. SET.1/2 ... 112 ADJ./MEMO Button ... 15, 56, 85, 87 AF Auxiliary Light ... 14, 45 AF target shift ... 58 AF Window ...
Page 254 Rechargeable Battery ...13, 20, 24, 25 REG. MY SETTINGS...126 REPORT PRINT ...104 RESIZE ...96 RESTORE DEFAULTS...82 RICOH Gate La...130, 142, 150 S (Stream)-CONT ...69 SCAN TIME ...155 SCENE Button ...15, 41 Scene Mode...40 SD Memory Card ...22, 25, 47 SEARCH COUNT ...176 Self-Timer ...45...
Page 255 SLIDE SHOW ... 89 Speaker ... 15 SPP (Serial Port Profile)... 154 START SETTINGS... 127 STEP ZOOM ... 121 Still Image Mode... 16, 34 Synchro-Monitor Mode ... 54 Telephoto/Enlarged View Button ... 15, 37, 49 Terminal Cover ... 14, 99, 149 TEXT MODE ...
Page 256: If A Problem Arises
Ricoh is also trying to solve the great subjects of “Saving energy by reducing power consumption” and “Reducing environment-affecting chemical substances contained in products”. If a problem arises First of all, see “Troubleshooting” (GP.221) in this manual. If the issues still persist, please contact a Ricoh office. Ricoh Offices Ricoh Company, Ltd.

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Changing Camera Settings SETUP Menu

Downloading Images to Your Computer

Using the Bluetooth ® Function

Using the GPS Function

Using the Wireless LAN Function (Only for Caplio 500SE-W)

Appendices Troubleshooting

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