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  • Page 1 Ricoh XR-2s This camera manual library is for reference and historical purposes, all rights reserved. This page is copyright by , M. Butkus, NJ. This page may not be sold or distributed without the expressed permission of the producer I have no connection with any camera company.

  • Page 2: Description Of Parts

    DESCRIPTION OF PARTS 1. Film Rewind Knob/Back Cover Lock Release Knob 9. Automatic Exposure Lock Button 2. Film Rewind Crank 10. Cable Release Socket 3. Film Speed Dial (ASA)/Exposure Compensation Dial 11. Shutter Release Button 4 Film Speed Lock Button 12.
  • Page 3 24. F-Stop Ring 16. Neck Strap Eyelet 25. Aperture Relay Port 17. Self-timer Lever 26. Sprocket Teeth 18. Depth of Field Preview Button 27. Multi-exposure Button 19. Lens Release Lever 28. Multi-exposure Lock Lever 20. Lens Locator Node 29. Viewfinder Eyepiece Blind Lever 21.

  • Page 4: Battery Loading

    50. Battery Power Check Zone 51. Aperture Readout Window We are most gratified that you have selected the XR-2s which we are sure will give you many delightful! years of picture-taking pleasure. The XR-2s is a 35 mm fully automatic electronically controlled exposure system (aperture-priority) SLR camera which assures you of superb optics and outstanding mechanical performance and reliability and which will justify your choice for years to come.

  • Page 5: Battery Check

    3. Replace Battery Compartment Cover (36) by screwing it clockwise until it stops but do not force. Tips for Better Results * If the shutter release button is pressed when there are no batteries or they are worn out, the mirror will stay up and the shutter cannot be released.

  • Page 6: Film Loading

    FILM LOADING Your XR-2s is designed to accept any standard 35 mm color or black and white film roll in cartridge. (12, 20, 24 or 36 exposures). 1. First of all, press Shutter Release Button (11) to see that the shutter has been released.

  • Page 7: Setting Film Speed

    6. Rotate Film Take-up Spool (43) by advancing Film Advance Lever (13) to take up any slack in the film and check to see that the film tip is firmly hooked onto Film Take-up Spool (43) (Fig. 9) and that sprocket holes on the film are fully engaged on Sprocket Teeth (26) (Fig.
  • Page 8 1. Depress Film Speed Lock Button (4) (Fig. 12) and rotate Film Speed Dial (3) until the ASA number of your film is exactly opposite the index line and click stops. For example. if the film is ASA 100. make the correct setting at ''100"...
  • Page 9 * To prevent unnecessary consumption of the batteries, do not press Shutter Release Button (11) often. * The Film Advance Lever can be set at two angles in click stage positions. Choose the one suitable for your own shooting style. SETTING SHUTTER SPEED DIAL The shutter controls the length of time the light is allowed to strike the film.

  • Page 10: Setting Aperture

    * If necessary, you may set F-Stop Ring (24) between two f-stops. CORRECT EXPOSURE Automatic Exposure Your XR-2s has a built-in through-the-lens full aperture CdS exposure meter coupled to aperture-priority automatic exposure control system which selects and sets correct shutter speed automatically for correct exposure.
  • Page 11 1. Turn Shutter Speed Dial (8) until the "AUTO" is set opposite Shutter Speed Index Line (7) (Fig. 19). Shutter Speed Indicator (49) in the viewfinder indicates "A", showing that the camera is set for automatic exposure control (Fig. 20). Preselect the aperture 2.
  • Page 12 * Coupling range of the exposure control for ASA 100 film is from 2 sec. at f/1.4 to 1/1000 sec. at f/11 (EV O ~ 17) (Fig. 23). * The shutter speed is automatically determined at any speed within the range of approx. 8 sec. to 1/1000 sec., according to the lighting conditions of your subject.

  • Page 13: Exposure Compensation Dial

    To assure the sharpest possible pictures, your XR-2s has a three way focusing screen with diagonal Split-image Spot (47), Microprism-image Band (46) and Fresnel field, and you can select three way focusing according to your subject.

  • Page 14: Unloading Film

    3. Microprism Focusing is good for the subject which lacks clear vertical or horizontal lines. Rotate Focusing Ring (21) until the image in Microprism-image Band (46) appears sharp (Fig. 27). 4. You can also focus with any part of the area surrounding Microprism-image Band (46). This is most useful when taking pictures with ultra telephoto lenses or in close-up photography with bellows unit, macro lenses or extension rings because the other focusing aids may darken appreciably.

  • Page 15: Multi-Exposure

    * Film Rewind Release Button (40) will remain in place once it is pressed, and return automatically to its original position when Film Advance Lever (13) is advanced. MULTI-EXPOSURE Your XR-2s has a multi-exposure device which will give you a lot of creative fun (Fig.

  • Page 16: Taking Flash Pictures

    Since proper flash exposure may not be obtained by automatic exposure setting, always override Shutter Speed Dial (8) from "AUTO" setting. The RICOH XR Speedlite 240 is available exclusively for use with the RICOH XR-2s. How to Use the RICOH XR Speedlite 240 1.
  • Page 17 IN CASES WHERE YOU DO NOT USE THE XR SPEEDLITE 240 A. Cordless Electronic Flash Unit If you are using an electronic flash unit with a built-in hot shoe contact, it can be attached directly to Hot Shoe (6) on top of the camera pentaprism. B.

  • Page 18: Using Self-Timer

    * Move Viewfinder Eyepiece Blind Lever (29) in the direction of arrow (Fig. 35). USING SELF-TIMER Your XR-2s has a built-in self-timer which delays the shutter release about maximum of 10 seconds. This enables you to include yourself in your own picture and is also of benefit in taking close-ups or photomicrographs where camera movement must be avoided.

  • Page 19: Changing Lenses

    Tips for Better Results * To clear the self-timer setting, turn the lever back to its former position with your finger. (Fig. 37) * You can set Self-timer Lever (17) firstly and then advance Film Advance Lever (13). * The camera should be placed on a tripod or other firm support when using self-timer. * When using a tripod with a long thread length (more than 5 7 mm), be careful not to forcibly screw in the thread further than the depth of the socket If you press a shutter release button without batteries in the camera.

  • Page 20: Depth Of Field

    To remove the lens from the camera 1. Grasp the lens firmly around the lens barrel in one hand. 2. With the other hand, hold camera body and press Lens Release Lever (19) and turn the lens counterclockwise until it stops (Fig. 40). The lens now can be removed.

  • Page 21: Infrared Photography

    A. Depth of Field Preview Button Pressing Depth of Field Preview Button (18) (Fig. 41) will set the lens at the corresponding opening you previously set on F-Stop Ring (24). This will enable you to preview the area of acceptable sharpness in the picture you take.
  • Page 22 Since the camera is designed to accept any lens with the "K'' type bayonet mount, your XR-2s affords you the opportunity to select any interchangeable lens or accessory of the "K' type bayonet mount available on the market.
  • Page 23 * Do not attempt to disassemble or repair your camera yourself. If service is necessary. get in touch with your dealer or authorized Ricoh service station. * Do not leave your camera near the magnetic objects like radio, television set etc.
  • Page 24 Flash Synchronization: X synchronization for electronic flash unit at "B", "X" (1/90 sec.) and 4 sec. to 1/125 sec. Automatic Flash Control: With Ricoh XR Speedlite 240, set shutter speed dial at Auto, and it will set shutter speed 1/90 sec. automatically. Manually set the aperture ring to the same aperture set on flash.

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