Using These Manuals The two manuals included are for your Caplio 300G. Please read this first: Quick Start guide (printed manual) This booklet is designed to help you enjoy your Caplio 300G right away by providing quick explanations: "Getting Ready to Shoot", "Shooting Images", "Viewing Images", and "Connecting to Your PC."...
Table of Contents Using These Manuals ..........2 Section 3 Using Special Features for Improved Pho- Meaning of Symbols ..........2 tography Using the Flash............47 Chapter 1 Using Your Camera Using the Self-Timer..........49 Changing the Exposure (EXPOSURE COMP.)..50 Section 1 Getting Started Using Natural and Artificial Lighting Checking that everything is Packed......
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I. Error Messages ..........159 For Windows XP..........118 J. About the Warranty and Servicing ....160 How to Use the RICOH Gate L ......120 The RICOH Gate L Window ......120 Ricoh Service Offices ..........163 How to Use the Optional settings ....121...
Chapter 1 Using Your Camera Section 1 Getting Started This section explains how to get your camera ready, from taking it out of the package to preparing to shoot.
Chapter 1 / Section 1 Getting Started Checking that everything is Packed The following items should be included with the camera. Please make sure everything was packed. CD-ROM Caplio 300G The software and the operation manual are included on this CD-ROM. CD-ROM from Kodak Contains the Kodak EasyShare software.
Chapter 1 / Section 1 Getting Started Names of Parts It is necessary to know these in order to understand the explanations in this manual. Check the following. TCamera 1. Shutter release button 2. Power button Front View 3. Mode Dial 4.
Chapter 1 / Section 1 Getting Started How to Use the Mode Dial The Mode Dial is on the top of the camera. The Mode Dial is used to select the desired mode and operation for shooting and playback (still image viewing).
Chapter 1 / Section 1 Getting Started Inserting the Batteries The following batteries can be used in the camera. Please choose which kind to use according to your needs. Battery Type Feature AA Alkaline Batteries (LR6) You can obtain them anywhere, so they are convenient for travel. (included) However, in a low-temperature environment the number of shots you can take will decrease.
Chapter 1 / Section 1 Getting Started Using the Rechargeable Battery The DB-43 rechargeable battery (sold separately) is convenient for extended use because it can be used over and over again. Inserting the rechargeable Removing the rechargeable battery battery Make sure the power is off. Make sure the power is off.
Chapter 1 / Section 1 Getting Started Using the AC Adaptor When shooting or viewing still images for a long time, or when connecting to your computer, use of the AC Adaptor (sold separately) is recommended. Battery for use with the AC Adaptor AC Adaptor Setting up the AC adaptor...
Chapter 1 / Section 1 Getting Started Removing the AC adaptor Make sure the power is off. Unplug the power plug from the outlet. Release the yellow latch to remove the battery. Close the battery/card cover and turn the knob toward the mark.
Chapter 1 / Section 1 Getting Started Turning the Power On/Off The camera is switched between On and Off as follows. To turn the camera On To turn the camera Off Press the power button Press the power button The flash lamp and auto-focus lamp will flash altermately for several seconds.
Chapter 1 / Section 1 Getting Started Setting the Date and Time You can take still images with the time or date stamped onto the picture. Immediately after purchasing the camera, the date and time settings will not be correct, so be sure to set the date and time before using this feature.
Chapter 1 / Section 1 Getting Started Inserting the SD Memory Card You can record the still images and movies you have taken on SD Memory Cards (available in stores) or in the camera's internal memory. Write-protecting your images If you move the card's write-protection switch to LOCK, your still images cannot be accidentally erased, and the memory card cannot be formatted.
Chapter 1 / Section 1 Getting Started Close the battery/card cover and turn the Removing the SD Memory Card knob toward the mark. Make sure the power is off. Turn the battery/card cover's knob toward mark to open the cover. Press the card gently and release it.
Chapter 1 / Section 1 Getting Started How to Use the LCD Monitor The LCD Monitor can be used to view the subject when you are shooting an image, as well as for playing back movies and still images. Symbols and numbers indicating the camera's status and settings are displayed on the screen of the LCD Monitor.
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Chapter 1 / Section 1 Getting Started Still Image Mode Movie Mode Symbol Display Contents Refer to 3.FOCUS (No Display) Focus set value. p.58 AF(Auto-Focus) MF(Manual Focus) Snapshot (Infinite Telephoto) 4.Recording Destination Recording to internal memory. p.15 Recording to an SD Memory Card. p.15 5.Flash Mode Types Still Image Shooting Mode.
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Chapter 1 / Section 1 Getting Started Still Image Mode Movie Mode Symbol Display Contents Refer to 9.Remaining Number of (Value) Number of photos that can be taken with — Still Images the current settings. 10.Image Size (Setting Value) Image Size setting. p.55 11.ISO SETTING (Setting Value)
Chapter 1 / Section 1 Getting Started The Screen During Playback Still Image Mode Movie Mode Symbol Display Contents Refer to 1.PRINT DPOF specified. p.93 2.PROTECT Protected status. p.88 3.Playback data source Indicates playback from internal memory. p.78 Indicates playback from an SD Memory Card. p.77 4.Mode Types Still Image Mode.
Chapter 1 / Section 1 Getting Started Switching the Screen Display If you press , you can change the screen display mode, such as switching between display/no display of symbols, etc. TWhen Shooting Grid Guide Synchro-Monitor Display Symbols Display No Display Mode button ÅEIn the Synchro-Monitor Mode except with the following operations, the LCD Monitor is turned off (No Display).
Chapter 1 / Section 1 Getting Started Button Functions The following table summarizes the functions of the camera's buttons. Power Button, see p.13. Mode Dial, see p.8. Shutter Release Button, see p.30. Button Shooting Mode Playback Mode Menu display If you press the button in If you press the button (Delete)/ Shooting Mode, self-timer...
Chapter 1 / Section 1 Getting Started Screens Default values set when you purchased your camera are surrounded by brackets [ ] in the selection options. TShooting Menu (Shooting Mode) In Shooting Mode, display by pressing the button. Setting Option Refer to EXPOSURE COMP.
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Chapter 1 / Section 1 Getting Started TShooting Menu (Movie Mode) In Movie Mode, display by pressing the button. Setting Option Refer to MOVIE SIZE [320×240] / 160×120 p.42 WHITE BALANCE p.52 (Daylight)/ (Overcast)/ (Tungsten light)/ (Fluorescent light)/ (One Push) FOCUS [AF]/MF/SNAP/ p.58...
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Chapter 1 / Section 1 Getting Started TShooting Menu (Text Mode) In Text Mode, display by pressing the button. Setting Option Refer to DENSITY DEEP/[NORMAL]/LIGHT p.72 TPlayback Menu In Playback Mode, display by pressing the button. Setting Option Refer to SLIDE SHOW ON/[OFF] p.82...
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Chapter 1 / Section 1 Getting Started Tscene-selection Screen (Scene Mode) In Scene Mode, the screen is displayed when you select a scene. Symbol Setting Content Refer to PORTRAIT p.36 SPORTS p.36 LANDSCAPE p.36 NIGHTSCAPE p.36 TEXT MODE p.36 HIGH SENSITIVITY p.36 TSetup Screen (Setup Mode) This screen is displayed in Setup Mode.
Chapter 1 / Section 1 Getting Started The Basics of the Shooting Menu/Playback Menu Operation To display the menu: Turn the Mode Dial to (Shooting Mode) or (Playback Mode). Press the button. The menu appears. On the menu screen, you can move between screens by pressing the buttons and between items by pressing the buttons.
Chapter 1 / Section 1 Getting Started The Basics of the Setup Screen Operation To display the Setup Screen: Turn the Mode Dial to (Setup Mode). The Setup Screen is displayed. To select an item: Press the buttons to select the desired item. To select a setting value: Press the buttons to select the desired item.
Chapter 1 / Section 2 Basic Shooting How to Hold the Camera If the camera moves when you press the shutter release button, your still images might not come out clearly (due to camera shake). Hold the camera as below for best results. Hold the camera with both hands and lightly Put your finger on the shutter release button press both elbows against your body.
Chapter 1 / Section 2 Basic Shooting How to Focus The area displayed on the LCD Monitor is shot as a still image or a movie. When adjusting focus, press the shutter release button halfway (half-press). To adjust focus, follow the steps below. If the camera cannot automatically focus, the Point the lens toward the subject you want to crosshairs in the center of the LCD monitor turn red...
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Chapter 1 / Section 2 Basic Shooting If the subject is not centered on your composition, see p.35. • There is another shooting method, which is to fully press the shutter once, without using the half-press method. Full-press shooting is good for capturing the moment. However, you cannot check that your shot is in focus while shooting.
Chapter 1 / Section 2 Basic Shooting Shooting Still Images Use the Shooting Mode to take still images. There are two methods of using the shutter release button, pressing the shutter in two stages (half- press) and pressing it all the way down at once (full-press). When you use half-press, you can confirm that your shot is in focus on the LCD Monitor.
Chapter 1 / Section 2 Basic Shooting Put the subject of your photo right in the Capture the Moment Shooting center and press the shutter release button (Full-press) all the way. Buttons used here After the camera focuses automatically, the still image is taken and recorded.
Chapter 1 / Section 2 Basic Shooting When the Subject is not Centered on Your Composition (Focus Lock) When the subject of your composition is not centered, you can compose your picture after setting the focus and then shoot. This method is called "Focus-Lock." With the shutter half-pressed, compose your Buttons used here shot.
Chapter 1 / Section 2 Basic Shooting Shooting with Scenery-Matching If you use the Scene Mode, you can select from among six types of shooting modes and shoot automatically with optimal settings for the scene. You can select a mode from the following six types, in Scene Mode. PORTRAIT NIGHTSCAPE This is best for taking pictures of people.
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Chapter 1 / Section 2 Basic Shooting To select a Scene Mode, follow the steps below. Press the buttons to select the mode you want to use. Buttons used here Press the button. The camera switches to the Scene Mode shooting screen and the symbol of the Mode you selected is displayed in the top of the screen.
Chapter 1 / Section 2 Basic Shooting Combination of Scene Mode and Function Depending on the Scene Mode, the way functions work may differ from when in normal shooting mode. Refer to the table below. Mode Name Flash Macro Shooting PORTRAIT Initial setting: Flash Off Disabled...
Chapter 1 / Section 2 Basic Shooting Shooting with Multi-Shot If you switch to Multi-Shot, you can shoot consecutive images. This is convenient when you want to capture the moment. There are three ways to shoot Multi-Shots, "CONT", "SCONT" and "MCONT". CONT (Multi-Shot) SCONT (S Multi-Shot) As long as you hold the shutter release button down,...
Chapter 1 / Section 2 Basic Shooting Making Multi-Shot Settings Press the buttons to select [CONT], [SCONT], or [MCONT]. (CONT. MODE) To make Multi-Shot settings, follow the steps below. Buttons used here Press the button. Press the button. The Shooting Menu closes and the symbol is displayed above the screen.
Chapter 1 / Section 2 Basic Shooting Shooting with Multi-Shot Shooting with M Multi-Shot Buttons used here Buttons used here Operation continued from the previous page: Operation continued from the previous page: Compose your picture, then press and hold Compose your picture, then press and hold the shutter release button.
Chapter 1 / Section 2 Basic Shooting Shooting Movies You can shoot movies in Movie Mode. You can select the image size, either 320 × 240, or 160 × 120 pixels. The maximum shooting time of each is 30 seconds (320 × 240) and 120 seconds (160 × 120). Each movie you shoot is recorded as one AVI file.
Chapter 1 / Section 2 Basic Shooting Shooting with the Zoom If you use the (Telephoto):T/ (Wide-angle):W buttons, you can alter the size of the subject in your photo without having to change your distance from the subject. (Equivalent to a 35mm camera's 35 to 105mm zoom.) To shoot with the zoom, follow the steps below.
Chapter 1 / Section 2 Basic Shooting Shooting with the Digital Zoom The Digital Zoom function enlarges images by processing them. When you use the digital zoom, pressing the (Telephoto) button enlarges the subject even more than the specified enlargement ratio (optical zoom).
Chapter 1 / Section 2 Basic Shooting Shooting Close-ups (Macro Photo) If you use the (Macro) button, you can get up close with the lens and take a photo (Macro Photo). This is good for shooting flowers, insects and other small subjects, because you can get a close-up of one centimeter (1/2 inch) from your subject.
Chapter 1 / Section 3 Using Special Features for Improved Photography Using the Flash If you press the (Flash) button, you can switch into Flash Mode (Flash, Flash Off, and other settings). Switch settings according to time, conditions and your preference, and shoot your pictures. The light of the flash can reach the following distances: in wide-angle, about 0.2 to 4.5 m, in telephoto, approximately 0.16 to 2.5 m.
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Chapter 1 / Section 3 Using Special Features for Improved Photography Slow Synchronized When you shoot pictures in dark places and want to capture background as well, use this mode, which slows shutter speed and sets the flash to Flash Off. Red-Eye If you shoot with the flash ( ) in a dark place, people's eyes will appear red.
Chapter 1 / Section 3 Using Special Features for Improved Photography Using the Self-Timer You can set the Self-timer to shoot after either two or ten seconds. If the person who takes the photo wants to be in the still image as well, it is convenient to use a setting of ten seconds; a setting of two seconds is useful for preventing camera shake.
Chapter 1 / Section 3 Using Special Features for Improved Photography Changing the Exposure (EXPOSURE COMP.) The exposure setting allows you to select brightness levels for your shots. Normally, if your subject is centered, backlight compensation is automatically activated, and you can shoot with correct exposure.
Chapter 1 / Section 3 Using Special Features for Improved Photography To make changes to exposure settings, follow the Press the buttons and specify a value. steps below. Moving it to the - (minus) side makes darker. Moving it to the + (plus) side makes it brighter. Buttons used here Turn the Mode Dial to (Shooting Mode).
Chapter 1 / Section 3 Using Special Features for Improved Photography Using Natural and Artificial Lighting (WHITE BALANCE) With a normal camera, a white subject may not be reproduced as white depending on lighting around the subject. Digital cameras have a function called White Balance, which automatically adjusts white balance so white subjects are reproduced as white.
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Chapter 1 / Section 3 Using Special Features for Improved Photography Press the button. T T T T If you select White Balance settings are complete. Buttons used here Press the button. The Shooting Menu closes and the setting value is displayed on the upper left of the screen.
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Chapter 1 / Section 3 Using Special Features for Improved Photography T T T T If you select (One Push) Point the camera at a piece of paper or something white under the lighting conditions for your picture. Buttons used here Press the button.
Chapter 1 / Section 3 Using Special Features for Improved Photography Choosing Picture Quality Mode/Image Size (PIC QUALITY/SIZE) The size of stored still image and movie files depends on picture quality and size settings. About Picture Quality Mode About Image Size When still images and movies are saved as Image size relates to how large the image is.
Chapter 1 / Section 3 Using Special Features for Improved Photography Select [PIC QUALITY/SIZE] and then press Changing Picture Quality Mode/ button. Image Size of a Still Image Combining Picture Quality Mode and Image Size. Size 2048×1536 1280×960 640×480 F (Fine) F2048 F1280 N (Normal)
Chapter 1 / Section 3 Using Special Features for Improved Photography Select [MOVIE SIZE] and then press the Changing the Image Size of a button. Movie Image Quality Mode settings cannot be made for movies. Two Image sizes are available: 320 × 240, and 260 ×...
Chapter 1 / Section 3 Using Special Features for Improved Photography Manual Focus Shooting (FOCUS) When Auto-Focus does not focus as desired, you can focus manually (Manual Focus). You can also shoot with a fixed shooting distance. When using a fixed shooting distance, it can be set to either Snapshot or Infinity ( ).
Chapter 1 / Section 3 Using Special Features for Improved Photography Shooting at a Fixed Distance Press the buttons to select [SNAP] or [ ] (Infinity). To shoot with the shooting distance fixed, follow the steps below. Buttons used here Press the button.
Chapter 1 / Section 3 Using Special Features for Improved Photography Changing the Light Metering (PHOTOMETRY) You can change the metering method (the range to use for metering) to determine the exposure value. There are three Light Metering Methods available: MULTI, CENTRE, and SPOT. MULTI (No Symbol) To select light metering method, follow the steps The entire shooting range is divided into 256 partitions,...
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Chapter 1 / Section 3 Using Special Features for Improved Photography Select [PHOTOMETRY] and then press the Press the button. Light Metering Method setting is complete. button. Press the button. The Shooting Menu closes and the specified value is displayed on the left side of the screen. Press the buttons to select the desired setting.
Chapter 1 / Section 3 Using Special Features for Improved Photography Sensitivity Settings (ISO SETTING) You can set the sensitivity (ISO SETTING) of your camera according to your preferences. At purchase, the sensitivity is set to Auto. When you want it to be very sensitive, select from among the following three settings: ISO200, ISO400, ISO800.
Chapter 1 / Section 3 Using Special Features for Improved Photography Changing the Edge Quality of Still Images (SHARPNESS) You can change the definition of your still images to either sharp or soft. Select [SHARPNESS] and then press the At purchase, your camera is set to Normal. button.
Chapter 1 / Section 3 Using Special Features for Improved Photography Shooting Consecutively with Different Exposures (AUTO BRACKET) The Auto Bracketing function automatically shoots three consecutive shots, with the specified exposure value as standard, at three exposure levels, at -0.5EV, +/-0, and +0.5EV. Select [AUTO BRACKET] and then press At purchase, this feature is set to OFF.
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Chapter 1 / Section 3 Using Special Features for Improved Photography Press the shutter release button. Three consecutive shots are taken, with the specified Exposure Compensation value as the standard, at -0.5EV, +/-0, and +0.5EV. After shooting, the three shots are displayed on the LCD Monitor.
Chapter 1 / Section 3 Using Special Features for Improved Photography Setting the Exposure Time (TIME EXPOSURE) If you set the camera to TIME EXPOSURE, when you shoot, the shutter stays open for the time specified. By setting an exposure time, you can capture the track of moving subjects such as fireworks and car lights, when you shoot a night scene.
Chapter 1 / Section 3 Using Special Features for Improved Photography Shooting Pictures Automatically at Set Intervals (INTERVAL) You can set the camera to automatically take pictures at fixed intervals. The interval between shots You can set the shooting interval to 30 seconds to 3 hours in increments of 30 seconds. For Interval Shooting, follow the steps below.
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Chapter 1 / Section 3 Using Special Features for Improved Photography Press the shutter release button. Press the button. A picture is taken every time the fixed interval The Shooting Menu closes and "Interval" is displayed elapses. on the upper part of the screen. To stop shooting, press the button.
Chapter 1 / Section 3 Using Special Features for Improved Photography Inserting the Date into a Still Image (DATE IMPRINT) You can stamp the date on the bottom right of your still images. You can choose to display the date in one of two formats, Date (Y/M/D) or Date and Time (Y/M/D/H:M).
Chapter 1 / Section 3 Using Special Features for Improved Photography Returning the Shooting Menu Settings to their Defaults (RESTORE DEFAULTS) You can restore the Shooting Menu defaults, returing the settings to what they were at the time of purchase. To restore the Shooting Menu to its initial Press the buttons to switch between...
Chapter 1 / Section 3 Using Special Features for Improved Photography Displaying the Grid Guide on the LCD Monitor When you want to shoot an image evenly in the vertical or horizontal direction, it is convenient to display the Grid Guide (calibration scale) and make your composition. The Grid Guide is made of lines that divide the LCD Monitor screen into thirds both vertically and horizontally.
Chapter 1 / Section 3 Using Special Features for Improved Photography Changing Shading for Shooting Text (DENSITY) When you are shooting text, you can change the DENSITY settings. You can select from DEEP, NORMAL and LIGHT. For information on how to shoot text, see p.36. To make changes to the DENSITY, follow the Press the button.
Section 4 Viewing Still Images and Movies You can display still images or movies on the LCD Monitor and check them. This section explains displaying still images and movies on the LCD Monitor. It is recommended you plug in the AC Adaptor whenever viewing still images or movies on the LCD Monitor.
Chapter 1 / Section 4 Viewing Still Images and Movies Viewing the Photo You Just Took Right after shooting a still image, if you want to see it immediately, you can display the shot in Shooting Mode. This function is called Quick Review. For movies, the first frame appears as a still image.
Chapter 1 / Section 4 Viewing Still Images and Movies Displaying an Enlarged View of Press the (Enlarged View) button. The still image is enlarged. One part of the still image the Still Image Displayed is displayed on the LCD Monitor. The enlargement ratio changes each time you press The still image you displayed with the (Quick...
Chapter 1 / Section 4 Viewing Still Images and Movies Deleting the Displayed Still While using the Quick Review function, press (Delete) button. Image or Movie Press the button to select [DELETE]. The movie or still image you displayed using the (Quick Review) button can be deleted by pressing the (DELETE) button.
Chapter 1 / Section 4 Viewing Still Images and Movies Viewing a Still Image or Movie When you take a still image or movie, it is immediately stored in internal memory or on an SD Memory Card. Still images and movies in internal memory or on an SD Memory Card can be displayed on the LCD Monitor.
Chapter 1 / Section 4 Viewing Still Images and Movies Viewing Still Images Recorded on Internal Memory To view still images recorded on internal memory, follow the steps below. If an SD Memory Card is loaded, turn off the power, remove the SD Memory Card and turn the power back on.
Chapter 1 / Section 4 Viewing Still Images and Movies Press the shutter release button. Viewing Movies Playback begins. The elapsed playback indicator or the elapsed time is displayed on the LCD Monitor. To view movies, follow the steps below. Buttons used here Fast Forward Press the...
Chapter 1 / Section 4 Viewing Still Images and Movies Viewing at a Glance The LCD Monitor screen is split into six thumbnail images, allowing you to view your still images or movies at one glance (Thumbnail Display). If you select a still image or movie you want to see from Thumbnail Display Mode, you can view it normally with just the one shot displayed.
Chapter 1 / Section 4 Viewing Still Images and Movies Enlarged Viewing When you are displaying a still image, if you press the (Enlarged View) button, you can display the still image up to 3.4 times larger. To view still images in Enlarged Display Mode, Display the still image you want to enlarge.
Chapter 1 / Section 4 Viewing Still Images and Movies Showing Photos in Order Automatically (SLIDE SHOW) You can show still images or movies recorded in internal memory or on an SD Memory Card sequentially on the LCD Monitor. This function is called a slide show. To view a slide show, follow the steps below.
Chapter 1 / Section 4 Viewing Still Images and Movies Viewing on a Television You can also view the still images and movies you have taken on a TV screen. The camera displays everything on the TV screen just as on its LCD Monitor. To use your television for viewing, connect your camera to the television with the video cable that came with your camera.
Section 5 Deleting Still Images and Movies One of the big advantages of digital cameras is that you can delete unwanted still images and movies on the spot. This section explains deleting still images and movies you have taken. For how to protect still images from accidental deletion, see p.88.
Chapter 1 / Section 5 Deleting Still Images and Movies Deleting Unwanted Still Images or Movies You can easily delete still images and movies that have not come out right. The following are the three ways to delete photos: • One shot at a time •...
Chapter 1 / Section 5 Deleting Still Images and Movies Deleting All Frames at Once Press the (Delete) button. To delete all still images or movies, follow the Press the button to select [DELETE ALL] steps below. and press the button.
Chapter 1 / Section 5 Deleting Still Images and Movies Press the buttons to select the still Deleting Multiple Frames at Once images or movies you want to delete. To delete selected still images or movies all at Press the (Delete) button.
Chapter 1 / Section 5 Deleting Still Images and Movies Write-protecting Your Images (PROTECT) You can protect still images and movies from being accidentally deleted. There are 3 methods of making Protect settings: • One shot at a time • All frames at once •...
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Chapter 1 / Section 5 Deleting Still Images and Movies Press the button. When set to Protect, the Protect symbol appears in the upper left of the screen. The procedure for releasing protection from one file at a time is the same as that for setting protection. •...
Chapter 1 / Section 5 Deleting Still Images and Movies Protecting All Still Images Press the button to select [ALL FILES]. To protect all your still images (or movies), follow the steps below. Buttons used here Confirm you are choosing [SELECT] and then press When set to Protect, the Protect symbol appears in the upper left of the screen.
Chapter 1 / Section 5 Deleting Still Images and Movies Protecting Multiple Still Images Press the button to select [PROTECT] and then press the button. or Movies at Once The Protect symbol appears in the upper left of the first still image (or movie). To protect selected still images or movies all at once, follow the steps below.
Chapter 1 / Section 5 Deleting Still Images and Movies Copying the Contents of Internal Memory to a Memory Card (COPY TO CARD) You can copy all the movie and still image data stored in internal memory onto an SD Memory Card at once.
Chapter 1 / Section 5 Deleting Still Images and Movies Using a Printing Service (PRINT) The still images recorded on SD Memory Card can be printed out if you take them to a shop that offers a digital camera print service. To use a print service, it is necessary to make settings required for printing.
Chapter 1 / Section 5 Deleting Still Images and Movies Setting DPOF for All Still Images Press the button to select [ALL FILES]. To apply DPOF settings to all your still images, follow the steps below. Buttons used here Confirm you are choosing [SELECT] and then press Once the DPOF setting is made, the DPOF symbol appears in the upper left of the screen.
Chapter 1 / Section 5 Deleting Still Images and Movies Setting DPOF for Multiple Still Press the button. The Playback menu appears. Images Press the button to select [PRINT] and To make the DPOF setting for selected still then press the button.
Section 6 Changing Camera Settings This section explains how to make changes to the camera's settings. In this section, still images and movies will both be referred to as "images".
Chapter 1 / Section 6 Changing Camera Settings Getting the SD Memory Card Ready for Use (CARD FORMAT) If the error message "This card cannot be used" is displayed, or if you have formatted the card with a computer or some other device, it will be necessary to format the SD Memory Card prior to use. If you format a card that still has images stored on it, these will be lost.
Formatting the internal memory clears all the images recorded in the memory. If you have images that you do not want to clear from the memory, please contact the Ricoh Service offices (see p.163) prior to formatting the internal memory.
Chapter 1 / Section 6 Changing Camera Settings Changing Power-Save Mode Settings (POWER SAVE) You can reduce the power consumption of the LCD Monitor and extend the life of your batteries. At the time of purchase, Power-Save Mode is set to [OFF]. Press the button to select [POWER Possible Settings...
Chapter 1 / Section 6 Changing Camera Settings Changing Auto Power-Off Settings (AUTO POWER OFF) If you do not operate the camera for the set period of time, it will shut off automatically (Auto Power- off) to conserve battery power. At the time of purchase, Auto Power-Off is set to one minute, but you can change this setting.
Chapter 1 / Section 6 Changing Camera Settings Beep at Recording (BEEP SOUND) When you shoot an image, it is immediately recorded to internal memory or SD Memory Card. When recording, your camera makes a beep sound to let you know it is recording. You can set the camera so it does not make this sound.
Chapter 1 / Section 6 Changing Camera Settings Changing File Name Settings (SEQUENTIAL NO.) When you shoot a still image, it is stored on SD Memory Card or in internal memory, with a consecutively-numbered file name automatically assigned. When you are switching SD Memory Cards, you can set your camera to continue consecutive numbering from the previously loaded SD Memory Card.
Chapter 1 / Section 6 Changing Camera Settings Changing Image Confirmation Time (LCD CONFIRM.) Immediately after pressing the shutter release button, the still image taken is displayed for a moment so you can check it. At purchase, Confirmation Time is set to one second, but this can be changed. Press the button to select [LCD Possible Settings...
Chapter 1 / Section 6 Changing Camera Settings Adjusting the Brightness of the LCD Monitor (LCD BRIGHTNESS) You can adjust the brightness of the LCD Monitor. To adjust the brightness of the LCD Monitor, Press the button. follow the steps below. The LCD Brightness Adjustment bar appears.
Chapter 1 / Section 6 Changing Camera Settings Changing the Display Language (LANGUAGE) You can change the language displayed on the LCD Monitor. Press the button to select [LANGUAGE]. Possible Settings JPN (Japanese) ENG (English) (Default) FRE (French) GER (German) CHI (Chinese, simplified characters) To change the display language, follow the steps below.
Chapter 1 / Section 6 Changing Camera Settings Changing the Playback Method for Viewing on TV (VIDEO OUT MODE) You can view your still images and movies on a television screen by connecting your camera to a television with the video cable (included). Your camera is set to NTSC video format (used in Japan and other countries) for use with television equipment, etc.
Chapter 2 Playing back Images on a Computer (Pictures/Movies) Section 1 Downloading Images to a Computer (For Windows) This section explains displaying still images and movies you have downloaded to your computer. Please do not connect your camera to the computer before installing the software for downloading.
The CD-ROM that comes with your camera contains software for downloading images from the camera to a computer and displaying them on it. The following software is included. Application Name Used For RICOH Gate L for Windows Downloading images (Except for Windows XP) WIA driver Downloading images (For Windows XP)
Chapter 2 / Section 1 Downloading Images to a Computer (For Windows) System Requirements The following environments are necessary for using the provided software. Please check your computer, or the computer's user manual. System Requirements Specification Compatible computers Computers with Windows98/98SE/Me/2000/XP pre-installed, with a standard USB Port, whose operation is guaranteed by the PC manufacturer Pentium 2 or higher Memory...
Chapter 2 / Section 1 Downloading Images to a Computer (For Windows) Preparing to Download Images to Your Computer This section shows the flow of downloading images to your computer by using the Caplio CD-ROM included with the camera. Insert the included CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive of your computer and the screen shown on the right appears.
Chapter 2 / Section 1 Downloading Images to a Computer (For Windows) Installation For Windows 98/98SE/Me/2000 Click [Next]. After a few moments, the [Choose Destination Location] screen appears. In Windows 2000, only a user with administrative privileges can perform the installation. Start your computer.
Chapter 2 / Section 1 Downloading Images to a Computer (For Windows) Uninstalling the Software Select [Caplio Software] and then click [Change/Remove]. (For Windows 98/98SE/Me/2000) When you want to remove the software, follow the steps below (this operation is called uninstallation).
Chapter 2 / Section 1 Downloading Images to a Computer (For Windows) For Windows XP Confirm where you want to install and then click [Next]. After a few moments, the [Select Components] screen In Windows XP, only a user with administrative appears.
Chapter 2 / Section 1 Downloading Images to a Computer (For Windows) Uninstalling the Software Select the language to use and then click the [OK] button. (For Windows XP) A message appears to confirm whether you When you want to remove the software, follow want to remove the program: click [OK].
Chapter 1 / Section 1 Getting Started Installing Acrobat Reader Acrobat Reader is software used to browse the contents of a manual in a PDF file. If you are using Windows, you can install Acrobat Reader in your computer. In Windows XP or 2000, only a user with administrative privileges can perform the installation. Power on the computer, and insert the included Caplio CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive.
Chapter 2 / Section 1 Downloading Images to a Computer (For Windows) Connecting the Camera to a Computer After installing the software on your computer, connect your camera to it. In Windows XP, the first time you connect your Make sure the power is off. camera to the computer using a USB cable, the [Found New Hardware Wizard] screen will Connect the USB cable to the USB port of...
• Before closing RICOH Gate L, if you turn the camera off, or unplug the USB cable, the RICOH Gate L window is minimized and displayed as an icon on the Windows task bar. If you click the icon, the window will be displayed again.
Chapter 2 / Section 1 Downloading Images to a Computer (For Windows) For Windows XP Click [Next]. The [Choose Pictures to Copy] screen appears. Connect your camera to the computer using the USB cable. Your camera turns on and the following dialog box appears.
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Chapter 2 / Section 1 Downloading Images to a Computer (For Windows) Make the necessary settings and then click You are prompted to confirm [Job Finished] the [Next] button. by pressing the [Next] button. The [Copying Images] screen appears and the The [Completing the Scanner and Camera Wizard] transfer begins.
Chapter 2 / Section 1 Downloading Images to a Computer (For Windows) How to Use the RICOH Gate L When you are in the RICOH Gate L window, you can specify settings for each of the various functions, such as automatically saving when connected, the destination for downloading images (save destination), and so on.
Chapter 2 / Section 1 Downloading Images to a Computer (For Windows) How to Use the Optional settings If you select [Option settings] from the menu displayed on a button in the RICOH Gate L window, the [Option settings] dialog box appears.
Chapter 2 / Section 1 Downloading Images to a Computer (For Windows) How to Use the Background Illustration Settings 1. [Background illustration pattern] You can select a background for the RICOH Select the pattern you wish to use from the three Gate L window from three types of patterns. available.
Chapter 2 / Section 1 Downloading Images to a Computer (For Windows) For Downloading Images Directly to Your Computer from an SD Memory Card Downloading images via USB connection between computer and camera was explained previously, but it is possible to download images from SD Memory Card to computer via a PC Card Slot or Card Reader.
Section 2 Downloading Images to a Computer (For Macintosh) This section explains displaying still images and movies you have downloaded to your computer. Please do not connect your camera to the computer before installing the software for downloading. • For the rest of this explanation, still images and movies will be referred to together as "images". •...
The CD-ROM that comes with your camera contains software for downloading images from the camera to a computer and displaying them on it. The following software is included. Application Name Used For Ricoh Gate L for Macintosh Downloading images USB driver Connecting your camera to computer...
Chapter 2 / Section 2 Downloading Images to a Computer (For Macintosh) System Requirements The following environments are necessary for using the provided software. Please check your computer, or the computer's user manual. System Requirements Specification Operating System Mac OS 8.6 to 9.2.2/Mac OS X 10.1.2 to 10.2 Macintosh A USB port standard-equipped Apple Macintosh Series Internal Memory...
Chapter 2 / Section 2 Downloading Images to a Computer (For Macintosh) Preparing to Download Images to Your Computer This section shows the flow of downloading images to your computer by using the Caplio CD-ROM included with the camera. Mac OS 8.6 to 9.2.2 Mac OS X 10.1.2 to 10.2 Insert the included CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive of your computer and the window or icon...
Installer] icon. Your Macintosh restarts. The Installer starts up and the Start screen appears. Click [Caplio 300G Software]. When you start your Macintosh, RICOH Gate L also starts at the same time. Click the [OK] button. The Installation screen appears.
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Chapter 2 / Section 2 Downloading Images to a Computer (For Macintosh) For Mac OS X 10.1.2 to 10.2 Click the destination volume you want, then click [Continue]. Turn on your Macintosh. Insert the CD-ROM provided into the CD- ROM drive. Double-click the CD-ROM icon, and then open the Mac OS X folder.
To remove (uninstall) the software from your Macintosh, drag and drop the installed file into the Trash. Please remove the following files from their respective folders. File Name Folder Name RICOH Gate L System Folder: Control Panels RICOH Gate L Prefs System Folder: Preferences Caplio Mounter System Folder: Extension Caplio Mounter Prefs System Folder: Preferences...
Chapter 2 / Section 2 Downloading Images to a Computer (For Macintosh) Connecting the Camera to a Computer After installing the software on your computer, connect your camera to it. Make sure the power is off. Connect the USB cable to the USB port of your computer.
Downloading methods differ (as described in the following table) depending on the environment used. Follow the steps in the reference pages to download. For Mac OS 8.6 to 9.2.2 Download using RICOH Gate L. see p.133 For Mac OS X 10.1.2 to 10.2 Download using the Mounter.
Drag and drop the file and then copy to the hard disc. If you want to start RICOH Gate L when the camera is not connected, double-click the [RICOH Gate L] icon in the Control Panel folder, which is inside the System Folder.
Chapter 2 / Section 2 Downloading Images to a Computer (For Macintosh) For Mac OS X 10.1.2 to 10.2 Double-click the displayed icon. It can be handled in the same way as a normal drive. If you double-click the icon, a folder called [DCIM] is Connect your camera to the computer using displayed and a folder called [100RICOH] within that the USB cable.
Application button or after Once RICOH Gate L starts up, the following saving. (See p.136.) RICOH Gate L menu bar and window appear on the computer screen. [Background illustration] If you select this, a sub-menu will appear, allowing you to change the background design of the RICOH Gate L window.
Chapter 2 / Section 2 Downloading Images to a Computer (For Macintosh) How to Use the Optional Settings If you select [Optional Settings] from the [RICOH Gate Settings] menu, the [Optional Settings] dialog box appears. Item Description Initial Setting 1.[Automatically save on...
Section 3 Displaying Thumbnail Images (How to Use DU-10) DU-10 enables you to view downloaded images at a glance–as well as edit, rotate and resave images. This section explains how to use DU-10. • DU-10 can only be used in Windows.
There are two methods of starting DU-10: • Auto Start from RICOH Gate L In the RICOH Gate L option settings, if the Application Software is set to DU-10, and if [After saving, launch Application software] is checked, DU-10 will start automatically after image files have downloaded from your camera with RICOH Gate L.
Chapter 2 / Section 3 Displaying Thumbnail Images (How to Use DU-10) Thumbnail Display Description Once you start DU-10, images appear as 4. Folder Display Area thumbnails. The folders inside [My Computer] are displayed in a hierarchy. The images inside folders selected here appear in the Thumbnail Display Area.
Chapter 2 / Section 3 Displaying Thumbnail Images (How to Use DU-10) Switching the Ordering of Images Displayed thumbnail images are ordered according to date (descending order). You can change the ordering method to by file type or by name. You can also choose whether each of the above is ordered according to ascending or descending order.
Chapter 2 / Section 3 Displaying Thumbnail Images (How to Use DU-10) Changing the Display Size To change the display size, use either the tool 2. Large bar or [Display size] from the [View] menu. 3. Medium 4. Medium+ memo You can change the display size to one of five sizes available.
Chapter 2 / Section 3 Displaying Thumbnail Images (How to Use DU-10) Viewing Images in a slide show You can view images sequentially and automatically in either a slide show (selected images only) or auto slide show (all images). The [slide show] dialog box is displayed, so To View a slide show make the necessary settings.
Chapter 2 / Section 3 Displaying Thumbnail Image (How to Use DU-10) Using Auto slide show How to Use the slide show Dialog Box In Auto slide show, all the images displayed as thumbnails appear in order. You can make slide show display settings in the To start Auto slide show, follow the steps below.
Chapter 2 / Section 3 Displaying Thumbnail Images (How to Use DU-10) Viewing Image Information You can display image information, such as the Using the Shortcut Menu date and time a photo was shot, the size of the image, and so on. Right-click on the image in the Thumbnail Display Area.
Chapter 2 / Section 3 Displaying Thumbnail Images (How to Use DU-10) Displaying the Viewer Screen If you use the Viewer screen, images are not displayed as thumbnails, so you can view them at full size. To open the Viewer screen, follow one of the steps below. •...
Appendices A. Specifications Camera TGeneral Video Signal Format : NTSC, PAL Power Source Voltage : AA Dry Alkaline Batteries (1.5 V) × 2 : Rechargeable Battery (3.7 V) × 1 : External Part (AC Adaptor); 3.8 V External Dimensions : 135 mm (W) × 66 mm (H) × 66 mm (D) (excluding projecting parts) Weight : Approx.
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Appendices Pixels • Still Images : 2048 × 1536, 1280 × 960, 640 × 480 • Text : 1280 × 960 • Movies : 320 × 240, 160 × 120 File Formats • Still Images : Compressed: JPEG (Exif2.2) • Text : TIFF (MMR Method ITU-T.6) •...
Appendices B. Optional Accessories The Caplio 300G can be used with the items (sold separately) listed below. Item Model Remarks AC Adaptor AC-4a For when you want to supply power directly from a wall outlet. PC Card Adaptor FM-SD53 For when you want to load an SD Memory Card directly into your computer's PC Card Slot.
Appendices D. SD Memory Card Recording Capacities The following table shows the approximate number of images that can be recorded onto an SD Memory Card at various image size and picture quality settings. Mode Picture Quality Image Size 8 MB 32 MB 64 MB Still Image...
Should water enter the inside of the camera, remove the batteries immediately and contact the Ricoh Repair Center. If you want to use the camera in a special environment, consult the Ricoh Customer Support or Ricoh Repair Center. Other cautions Be careful not to drop the camera or subject it to physical shocks.
After use at the beach or around chemicals, wipe it off particularly carefully. z In the unlikely event that your camera fails to work properly, please consult your Ricoh Repair Center. z There are high voltage circuits in this camera. As this is dangerous, do not dismantle this camera under any circumstances.
Appendices H. Troubleshooting Refer to the symptoms and measures listed below before submiting the camera for repairs. If the problem persists, contact your nearest Ricoh Service Center. Power Supply Symptom Cause Measure Page The power does not Batteries are not loaded. Or they are Load the batteries correctly.
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Appendices Symptom Cause Measure Page I cannot check shot The image confirmation time is too Lengthen the image confirmation time. p.103 images. short. Images do not The power is not on. Or the LCD Turn the power on. Or adjust the brightness of p.13 appear on the LCD Monitor is dark.
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Appendices Playback/Deleting Symptom Cause Measure Page Cannot Playback. Or p.77 It is not set to (Playback). Turn the Mode Dial to (Playback Mode). the Playback screen The VIDEO cable was not connected Reconnect it properly. p.83 does not come out. properly.
Appendices Other Problems Symptom Cause Measure Page Cannot load the SD The card is facing the wrong way. Load correctly. p.15 Memory Card. Even when the Batteries are running low. If using alkaline batteries, replace with a new camera's buttons are set.
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3. Click the [+] on the left side of [Port COM/LPT] to open, and click whether or not there is an Unknown Device symbol (!) indicated for [Ricoh Camera Port]. Alternately, check if there is an Unknown Device symbol (!) indicated for [RICOH USB Virtual COM] under [Universal Serial Controller].
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Files downloaded In the Ricoh Gate L In the Ricoh Gate L Optional Settings, uncheck [Do not save same from the camera Optional Settings, if you images when saving]. were deleted by the insert a check in [Do not computer.
CANNOT RECORD The Number of remaining shots is 0. Switch to another card or p.15 internal memory. If the countermeasures above do not remedy the problem, please contact the Ricoh Service Center, or the store where you purchased your camera.
In the event of a camera malfunction, contact the dealer from which you purchased the camera or your nearest Ricoh service office. Please note that you will be not be reimbursed for the cost of bringing the camera to the Ricoh service office.
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