Page 1 Connecting to a Personal Computer Operation Manual To ensure correct use of your camera, read this manual carefully before use. Keep the manual handy for future use.
Page 2 – Reorient the TV or radio antenna. – Plug the devices into separate electrical outlets. • This publication may not be reproduced in whole or part without the express written permission of Ricoh. ©2001 Ricoh Co., Ltd. All rights reserved.
Page 3: How To Use The Operation Manuals
How to Use the Operation Manuals Five operation manuals are supplied with this camera. Use each operation manual as shown below to suit the purpose. Open the package Read This Before Proceeding! These instructions explain the procedure for checking the contents of the package and loading the battery to enable you to use the camera straightaway.
Page 4: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS How to Use the Operation Manuals ............1 Chapter 1 Getting Started Using a Personal Computer ..............8 What You Can Do Using a PC ............... 8 PC Environment ................... 10 Connecting Methods ................12 Installing the USB Driver ..............13 For Windows ..................
Page 5 Chapter 3 Recording Images with the Camera Shooting Still Images ................44 Shooting ....................44 Checking the Image ................47 Saving the Image ................. 48 Shooting Text Files ................49 Shooting ....................49 Saving the Image ................. 52 Recording Motion Pictures ..............53 Recording .....................
Page 6 Direct Upload Settings ................ 87 Displaying the Direct Upload Dial-Up Accounts ........87 Selecting a Direct Upload Dial-Up Account ......... 88 Setting the Send-To Folder Name and Server ........89 Quick Send Settings ................90 Displaying the Quick Send Dial-Up Accounts ........90 Selecting a Quick Send Dial-Up Account ..........
Page 7 Chapter 6 Using the Extension Functions Using the RDC-i Explorer Plug-In ............. 130 Using the RDC-i Mounter ..............133 Making a Backup File of the Camera Settings ......... 136 Making a Backup File ................. 136 Restoring the Backup Settings to the Camera ........138 Using the TWAIN Function ...............
Page 9 Chapter Getting Started Using a Personal Computer ..8 What You Can Do Using a PC ..8 PC Environment ......10 Connecting Methods ....12 Installing the USB Driver ..13 For Windows ........ 13 For Macintosh ......14 Installing the Application Software ........
Page 10: Using A Personal Computer
Using a Personal Computer The range of available applications can be greatly increased by connecting the camera to a PC. What You Can Do Using a PC By connecting the camera to a PC, you can take advantage of the following functions.
Page 11: Using The Twain Function
• To use the Image Capture Guide List Tool Kit, after installing the software and connecting the camera according to the instructions in the latter half of this chapter, refer to Chapter 5 “Using JOB Navi. Func. Image Capture Guide List”. Using the RDC-i Explorer Plug-In / RDC-i Mounter The RDC-i Explorer Plug-In (Windows) / RDC-i Mounter (Macintosh) are extended functions for copying images stored in the camera onto the hard disk...
Page 12: Pc Environment
PC Environment To connect the camera to a PC, the PC must meet the following conditions. For a PC running Windows • One of the following Windows programs must be installed. ® Microsoft Windows ® Microsoft Windows 98 Second Edition ®...
Page 13: For Macintosh
For Macintosh • If you use the USB cable to connect the camera to a Macintosh equipped with a standard USB port, a MacOS 8.6~9.1 operating system must be installed. • CPU: PowerPC • Memory: 96 MB or more • Hard disk space: 6 MB or more •...
Page 14: Connecting Methods
Connecting Methods The camera can be connected to the PC by one of the following methods. Decide which method you will use. (Connect the camera after the software has been installed.) Connecting the Camera to the USB Port This method is for connecting the camera to the PC using the USB cable, supplied with the camera.
Page 15: Installing The Usb Driver
Installing the USB Driver This section explains how to install the software for connecting the camera to the PC by USB cable. Follow these instructions only if connecting the camera to the PC by USB cable. Important • Do not connect the camera to the PC until the software has been Note installed, otherwise installation will not proceed smoothly.
Page 16: For Macintosh
• Updated information on installation is provided in the [Readme] file in Note the [Usb drvs] folders. If necessary, refer to this information. • When you connect/remove the USB cable or cancel installation before installing the USB driver, the cable may be recognized as an unknown device for a PC.
Page 17: Installing The Application Software
Installing the Application Software This section explains how to install the various application software for using the camera. For Windows Install the application software for Windows. Installing RDC-i Software • This procedure will install the following items: RDC-i Explorer Plug-In, Note RDC-i Direct upload, RDC-i virtual server process, RDC-i TWAIN Driver, RDC-i Signature transfer.
Page 18 Installing QuickTime • QuickTime is software for viewing a motion picture recorded with the Note camera. • If QuickTime 4 has already been installed on the PC, this procedure is not necessary. A Check that the PC is turned on. B Check that the CD-ROM supplied is inserted in the CD-ROM drive of the PC.
Page 19: For Macintosh
D Double-click on [Setup]. The Image Capture Guide List Tool Kit installer will start up. Follow the instructions displayed on the screen. • You can choose whichever kit (Excel or Word) you need. Note For Macintosh This section explains how to install the application software for Macintosh. Installing the RDC-i Mounter A Check that the PC is turned on.
Page 20 C Double-click on the CD-ROM, then double-click on [RDC-i TWAIN Inst]. Installation of the TWAIN driver will start. Follow the instructions displayed on the screen. Installing QuickTime • QuickTime is a software required for viewing a motion picture file with Note a camera.
Page 21 Installing RDC-i Direct upload • RDC-i Direct upload is software for preparing and setting the PC that Note will receive direct upload from the camera. A Check that the PC is turned on. B Check that the provided CD-ROM is placed in the CD-ROM drive of the PC.
Page 22: Connecting The Camera To A Pc
Connecting the Camera to a PC This section explains how to connect the camera to a PC. Connecting the Camera to the USB Port This method is for connecting the camera to the PC using the USB cable. Important • Make sure that the USB driver is installed before connecting to a USB Note port.
Page 23 C Insert the connector on the other end of the cable into the USB port of the D Turn the camera on. The PC will automatically detect the equipment which has been connected and operate accordingly. If a message is displayed, follow the instructions on the screen.
Page 24 For Macintosh You can connect the camera to a Macintosh using the USB cable supplied with the camera. A Open the terminal cover on the leftside of the camera. B Insert the smaller connector on one end of the USB cable supplied into the DIGITAL (USB) terminal of the camera.
Page 25: Connecting The Camera To A Network
• To connect the camera to a LAN, it is necessary to purchase a LAN connection CF card. For details of equipment checked or recommended by Ricoh, refer to the separate list of Compatible Products. Updated information can be found in Ricoh’s homepage on the Internet (noted at end of manual).
Page 26 Connecting Procedure A Check that the PC and the camera are turned off. B Insert the LAN connection CF card into the CF card slot of the camera. C Insert the connection cable into the LAN connection CF card. D Insert the connector on the other end of the connection cable into the connector of the LAN cable.
Page 27: Making The Camera Settings
[System] icon in the window that opens. Select the [Device Manager] tab from the [System Properties] dialog box, and open [Ports (COM/LPT)] from the list. C Set [RICOH Camera Port] of [Ports (COM/LPT)] and click on [Properties]. D Change to another COM number (COM 5 - 9) at the [Port Select] screen.
Page 29 Chapter Viewing Images on a PC Controlling the Camera from the Browser ......28 Preparing the Camera ....28 Opening the Camera’s Homepage on the Browser ......28 Displaying Thumbnail Images ........31 Viewing Thumbnail Images ..31 Displaying File Properties .... 33 Checking the Data ......
Page 30: Controlling The Camera From The Browser
Controlling the Camera from the Browser You can access the camera’s homepage from the PC using the Web browser and view data recorded in the camera or make various camera settings. This section explains how to access the homepage. Preparing the Camera To perform an operation when the camera is connected to a PC, set the mode dial to [ ] (PC).
Page 31 A Start up the browser on the PC. B Check that the [IP address] is displayed on the camera’s LCD monitor. The address is displayed in the form of [xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx] (figures separated by dots). C Enter [http://] in the [Address] area at the top of the PC screen, then enter the figures of the IP address in step B.
Page 32: Tips Saving The Camera's Homepage
If you are using Internet Explorer, select [Add to Favorites] from the [Favorites] menu. Then next time, this page can be displayed simply by selecting [RICOH RDC-i500] from the [Favorites] menu. If you are using Netscape Communicator, select [Add Bookmark] from the [Bookmarks] menu.
Page 33: Displaying Thumbnail Images
Displaying Thumbnail Images This function enables you to view still images, motion pictures, voice memos, etc. recorded with the camera on the PC screen. Viewing Thumbnail Images You can display all the data recorded in the camera (still images, motion pictures, voice memos) in thumbnail form.
Page 34 You can perform various operations, explained in the following pages, from this screen. • You can return to the first screen at any time by clicking on [TOP Note PAGE] at the top of the screen. You can also display the Ricoh Web page by clicking on [RICOH].
Page 35: Displaying File Properties
Displaying File Properties Perform the following procedure if you wish to check the detailed information relating to the data, for example, the shooting date or photographer. A Click on [FILE PROPERTY]. The thumbnail will be displayed in the following form. •...
Page 36: Checking The Data
Checking the Data This function is for displaying and playing back data such as still images, text files, motion pictures and voice memos in the thumbnail display. Still Images Perform the following procedure if you wish to view a still image in its actual size (1 pixel of the image corresponds to 1 pixel of the screen).
Page 37 Data Other Than Still Images Perform the following procedure if you wish to display or play back data such as text files, motion pictures or voice memos. Important • The QuickTime plug-in software is needed to display and play back Note data other than normal still images (text, motion pictures, voice memos and non-compressed still images).
Page 38: Saving Data In The Pc
Saving Data in the PC This function enables you to save data such as images, text files, motion pictures and voice memos as files in the PC hard disk, etc. • The [Save] function explained here is not a camera function, but a Note browser function.
Page 39 • Still images can be saved in JPEG files. In the case of Windows, Note however, you can also save images in BMP format. (Change the file format by [File Type] in the dialog box.) Data Other Than Still Images A [For Windows] Move the mouse pointer to the data (symbol) you wish to save and click the right mouse button.
Page 40: Displaying Thumbnail Images With Capture Guide Titles
Displaying Thumbnail Images with Capture Guide Titles This operation enables you to view images recorded according to an Image Capture Guide List (hereafter referred to as Guide List). • Instructions for creating the Guide List or shooting operation from the Note camera’s homepage, refer to chapter 5 “Using JOB Navi.
Page 41 D If you wish to change the storage memory, click on [IN] or [CF CARD]. If you wish to view images on a different Guide List, click on the desired list from the Guide List on the left of the screen. Select storage memory ([CF] is dimmed when the CF card is not available.)
Page 42: Displaying File Properties
Displaying File Properties If you wish to check detailed information relating to the images, such as the shooting date or photographer, perform the following procedure. A Click on [FILE PROPERTY]. A thumbnail display in the following form will be displayed.
Page 43: Displaying An Image In Its Actual Size
Displaying an Image in its Actual Size If you wish to view an image in its actual size (1 pixel of the image corresponds to 1 pixel of the screen), perform the following procedure. A Click on the image you wish to view. Click on the image in the same way for FILE PROPERTY.
Page 44: Saving Data In The Pc
Saving Data in the PC This function enables you to save images displayed in thumbnail form as image files on the PC hard disk, etc. • The functions explained here are browser functions and not camera Note functions. For further details, refer to the HELP function or operation manual for your browser.
Page 45 Chapter Recording Images with the Camera Shooting Still Images ....44 Shooting ........44 Checking the Image ..... 47 Saving the Image ......48 Shooting Text Files ....49 Shooting ........49 Saving the Image ......52 Recording Motion Pictures ..53 Recording ........
Page 46: Shooting Still Images
Shooting Still Images You can shoot still images by operation from the PC. Shooting This function enables you to control the camera using the Web browser and shoot still images. A Check that the camera is properly connected to the PC, that the camera and the PC are turned on, and that the camera’s mode dial is set to [ B Start the browser on the PC, input the IP address and display the...
Page 47 D Check that [STILL PICTURE] has been selected on the left of the screen. If it has not been selected, click on [STILLPICTURE]. E Set each item. If necessary, set the various items relating to shooting from the screen. For details of each item, refer to Chapter 3 “Shooting”...
Page 48 H Click on [START REC.]. Shooting is performed after approximately 10 seconds and the image is displayed in a reduced state with information such as the shooting date, etc. (A short time is required to transmit the image.) If you wish to check the image in its actual size, proceed to the next page. To save the image in the PC (on the hard disk, etc.), proceed to “Saving the Image”...
Page 49: Checking The Image
Checking the Image This function is for viewing the image just recorded in actual size (1 pixel of the image corresponds to 1 pixel of the screen). A Click on the reduced image. The image will be displayed in its actual size in a new window. You can save the image in the PC from this screen.
Page 50: Saving The Image
Saving the Image This operation is for saving the image displayed on the screen on the PC disk (hard disk, etc.). When saving the non-compressed still images, follow the procedure explained on page 52, ‘Shooting Text Files/Saving the Image’. A If the image is displayed in reduced size, click on the image you want to save and display it in its actual size.
Page 51: Shooting Text Files
Shooting Text Files This function enables you to shoot text files by operation from the PC. Shooting You can control the camera using the Web browser and shoot text files. A Check that the camera is properly connected to the PC, that the camera and the PC are turned on, and that the camera’s mode dial is set on [ B Start the browser on the PC, input the IP address and display the...
Page 52 D Click on [TEXT MODE] at the left of the screen. E Set each item. If necessary, set the various items relating to shooting on the screen. For details of each item, refer to Chapter 3 “Shooting” of the ‘Camera’ operation manual.
Page 53 H Click on [START REC.]. Recording is performed after approximately 10 seconds and the following screen is displayed with information such as the shooting date, etc. • If the plug-in software for displaying TIFF image files has been Note installed in your browser, you can check the image in its actual size by clicking on the mark.
Page 54: Saving The Image
Saving the Image This operation enables you to save the image just recorded on the PC disk (hard disk, etc.). A [For Windows] Move the mouse pointer to the mark and click the right mouse button. [For Macintosh] Move the mouse pointer to the mark and click while pressing the [control] key.
Page 55: Recording Motion Pictures
Recording Motion Pictures This function enables you to record motion pictures by operation from the PC. Recording You can control the camera using the Web browser and record motion pictures. A Check that the camera is properly connected to the PC, that the camera and the PC are turned on, and that the camera’s mode dial is set on [ B Start the browser on the PC side, input the IP address and display...
Page 56 D Click on [MOTION PICTURE] at the left of the screen. E Set each item. If necessary, set the various items relating to recording on the screen. For details of each item, refer to Chapter 3 “Shooting” in the ‘Camera’ operation manual.
Page 57 H Click on [START REC.]. Recording will start after approximately 10 seconds and the [NOW RECORDING...] message will be displayed on the screen. When the preset recording time has passed, the following screen will be displayed. • When the QuickTime plug-in software is installed in your Web browser, Note you can play the motion picture by clicking on it.
Page 58: Saving The Motion Picture
Saving the Motion Picture This operation enables you to save the motion picture just recorded on the PC disk (on the hard disk, etc.). A [For Windows] Move the mouse pointer to the image displayed and click the right mouse button. [For Macintosh] Move the mouse pointer to the image displayed and click while pressing the [control] key.
Page 59: Recording A Voice Memo
Recording a Voice Memo This function enables you to record a voice memo by operation from the PC. Recording You can control the camera using the Web browser and record a voice memo. A Check that the camera is properly connected to the PC, that the camera and the PC are turned on, and that the camera’s mode dial is set to [ B Start the browser by the PC, input the IP address and display the...
Page 60 D Click on [SOUND] at the left of the screen. E Set each item. If necessary, set the various items relating to recording on the screen. For details of each item, refer to Chapter 3 “Shooting” in the ‘Camera’ operation manual.
Page 61 H Click on [START REC.]. Recording will start after approximately 10 seconds and the [NOW RECORDING...] message will be displayed on the screen. When the preset recording time has elapsed, the following screen will be displayed. • If the plug-in software for playing back WAV format voice memo files Note has been installed in your browser, you can check the recorded sound file by clicking on the microphone mark.
Page 62: Saving The Voice Memo File
Saving the Voice Memo File This operation enables you to save the voice memo file just recorded in the PC’s disk (hard disk, etc.). A [For Windows] Move the mouse pointer to the area where the microphone symbol is displayed and click the right mouse button. [For Macintosh] Move the mouse pointer to the area where the microphone symbol is displayed and click while pressing the [control] key.
Page 63 Chapter Changing the Camera Settings Address Book Settings ... 62 Deleting a Dial-Up Account ..86 Direct Upload Settings .... 87 Displaying the Address Book ..62 Entering a New Address ....63 Displaying the Direct Upload Editing an Address ....... 64 Dial-Up Accounts ......
Page 64: Address Book Settings
Address Book Settings This section explains how to check and edit the Address Book stored in the camera by using a PC. • For instructions on how to use the Address Book, refer to the Note ‘Communication/Internet’ operation manual. Displaying the Address Book This function enables you to display the Address Book stored in the camera (internal memory).
Page 65: Entering A New Address
Entering a New Address This function enables you to enter a new address to the Address Book. A Display the Address Book. • P.62 “Displaying the Address Book” B Click on [NEW ADDRESS]. The screen for setting a new address will be displayed. C Move the mouse pointer to the input item and click on the area.
Page 66: Editing An Address
Editing an Address This function enables you to edit the address information (name, e-mail address, telephone number, etc.). A Display the Address Book. • P.62 “Displaying the Address Book” B Click on the name of the person whose information you wish to edit.
Page 67: Deleting An Address
Deleting an Address This function enables you to delete unwanted addresses from the Address Book. A Display the Address Book. • P.62 “Displaying the Address Book” B Click on [DELETE] on the address you wish to delete . The confirmation screen will be displayed. Click on [OK] to delete the address. Saving the Address Book in the PC This function enables you to save the Address Book (all the entries) as a file in the PC (on the hard disk, etc.).
Page 68: Transferring The Address Book Stored In The Pc To The Camera
B Click on [BACKUP]. The dialog box for specifying the location and file name will be displayed. C Specify the location and file name, and then click on [SAVE]. The Address Book will be saved in the PC. • In the case of Windows, the file name extension [.inf] will automatically Note be added to the end of the file name.
Page 69 C Specify the location of the file to be downloaded, select the file and click on [Open]. The selected file name will be displayed. D Click on [Transfer]. The selected address book will be sent to the camera.
Page 70: User Information Settings
User Information Settings The owner’s personal information, including name, phone number, and company name, can be registered. The registered information is used both in shooting pictures in signature imprint mode, and in viewing recorded images on the PC screen. A Check that the camera is properly connected to the PC, that the camera and the PC are turned on, and that the camera’s mode dial is set to [ B Start up the browser by the PC, input the IP address and display...
Page 71 E Set each item using the mouse and keyboard. • If you have not yet clicked on [SAVE], you can return to the status Note prior to setting (the status immediately after this screen was displayed) by clicking on [PRE. SETTING]. F When you have finished making the settings, click on [SAVE].
Page 72: Modem Settings
Modem Settings This section explains how to set the modem loaded in the CF card slot of the camera (or connected to the camera). • For details of the modem settings, refer to ‘Checking the Modem Note Settings’ in the ‘Communication/Internet’ operation manual. A Check that the camera is properly connected to the PC, that the camera and the PC are turned on, and that the camera’s mode dial is set to [...
Page 73 E Set each item using the mouse and keyboard. • If you have not yet clicked on [UPDATE], you can return to the status Note prior to setting (the status immediately after this screen was displayed) by clicking on [PRE. SETTING]. F When you have finished making the settings, click on [UPDATE].
Page 74: E-Mail Settings
E-Mail Settings This section explains how to make the settings related to the camera’s e-mail functions on a PC. • For details of the e-mail settings, refer to “Setting the E-Mail Function” Note in the ‘Communication/Internet’ operation manual. A Check that the camera is properly connected to the PC, that the camera and the PC are turned on, and that the camera’s mode dial is set to [ B Start up the browser by the PC, input the IP address and display...
Page 75 E Click the radio button for the e-mail dial-up account. Important • Select [DIAL-UP] to display the list of dial-up account. Make sure to set Note up the dial-up account. • If you have not yet clicked on [UPDATE], you can return to the status Note prior to setting (the status immediately after this screen was displayed) by clicking on [PRE.
Page 76: Preset Memo Settings
Preset Memo Settings This section explains how to set the preset memos which are useful for character input such as e-mail etc. • For details of how to use the preset memos, refer to “Setting a Preset Note Memo” in the ‘Communication/Internet’ operation manual. Displaying the Preset Memos This function enables you to display the list of preset memos stored in the camera (internal memory).
Page 77: Creating A New Preset Memo
The list of preset memo will be displayed. Creating a New Preset Memo This function enables you to create a new preset memo. A Display the list of preset memos. • P.74 “Displaying the Preset Memos” B Click on [CREATE NEW PRESET MEMO]. The screen for creating a new preset memo will be displayed.
Page 78: Editing A Preset Memo
D When you have finished entering the preset memo, click on [SAVE]. The new preset memo will be added. Editing a Preset Memo This function enables you to edit a preset memo. A Display the list of preset memos. • P.74 “Displaying the Preset Memos” B Click on the preset memo you wish to edit.
Page 79: Deleting A Preset Memo
C Edit the preset memo using the keyboard. D When you have finished editing, click on [UPDATE]. The screen will return to the list of preset memos. Deleting a Preset Memo This function enables you to delete unwanted preset memos. A Display the list of preset memos.
Page 80: Setting Signatures
Setting Signatures This chapter explains how to set the signatures by using a computer. • For details of how to use the signatures, refer to “Shooting with Note Signature” in the ‘Camera’ operation manual. Displaying the List of the Signatures This function enables you to display the list of the signatures stored in the camera (internal memory).
Page 81: Selecting The Signature To Be Used
Selecting the Signature to be Used This function enables you to select the signature from the list of the signatures. A Display the list of the signature. • P.78 “Displaying the List of the Signatures” B Click the radio button for the signature to be used. •...
Page 82: Adding New Signatures
Adding New Signatures This fuction enables you to add new signatures. A Display the list of signatures. • P.78 “Displaying the List of the Signatures” B Click on [CREATE NEW SIGNATURE]. A screen for setting new signature will be displayed. C Input signature from the keyboard.
Page 83: Editing A Signature
Editing a Signature This function enables you to edit a signature. A Display the list of signatures. • P.78 “Displaying the List of the Signatures” B Click on signature you wish to edit. The screen for editing a signature will be displayed. C Modify the signature using the keyboard.
Page 84: Deleting A Signature
Deleting a Signature This function enables you to delete unwanted signatures. A Display the list of signatures. • P. 78 “Displaying the List of the Signatures” B Click on [DELETE] for the signature you wish to delete. The confirmation screen will appear. If you click on [OK], the signature will be deleted.
Page 85: Dial-Up Account Settings
Dial-Up Account Settings This section explains how to set the dial-up accounts to be used when sending and receiving e-mail. • For details of how to use the dial-up accounts and the various settings Note to make, refer to “Setting a Dial-Up Account” in the ‘Communication/ Internet’...
Page 86: Entering A New Dial-Up Account
The list of dial-up accounts will be displayed. Entering a New Dial-Up Account This function enables you to enter a new dial-up account. A Display the list of dial-up accounts. • P.83 “Displaying the Dial-Up Accounts” B Click on [NEW DIAL-UP]. The screen for setting a new dial-up account will be displayed.
Page 87: Editing A Dial-Up Account
D When you have finished making the settings, click on [SAVE]. The new dial-up account will be added. Editing a Dial-Up Account This function enables you to edit the settings related to a dial-up account. A Display the list of dial-up accounts. •...
Page 88: Deleting A Dial-Up Account
D When you have finished editing the settings, click on [UPDATE]. Editing of the dial-up account is now completed. Deleting a Dial-Up Account This function enables you to delete unwanted dial-up accounts. A Display the list of dial-up accounts. • P.83 “Displaying the Dial-Up Accounts” B Click on [DELETE] on the dial-up account you wish to delete.
Page 89: Direct Upload Settings
Direct Upload Settings This section explains how to set the folder and server for the dial-up account and send-to account for direct upload. • For details of how to use the direct upload, refer to “Sending an Image Note Directly to a Computer” in the ‘Communication/Internet’ operation manual.
Page 90: Selecting A Direct Upload Dial-Up Account
The list of dial-up account for direct upload will be displayed. Selecting a Direct Upload Dial-Up Account This function enables you to select a dial-up account to be used in actual direct upload. • The only procedure performed here is selection of the dial-up account Note to be used from the list.
Page 91: Setting The Send-To Folder Name And Server
Setting the Send-To Folder Name and Server This function enables you to set the folder name and server for direct upload. A Display the list of dial-up accounts for Direct Upload. • P.87 “Displaying the Direct Upload Dial-Up Accounts” B Click on [DESTI.]. The screen for setting the upload folder name and server will be displayed.
Page 92: Quick Send Settings
Quick Send Settings This section explains how to set the dial-up account and send-to account for Quick Send. • For details of how to use the Quick Send, refer to “Sending an Image Note using Quick Send” in the ‘Communication/Internet’ operation manual. •...
Page 93: Selecting A Quick Send Dial-Up Account
The list of dial-up accounts for Quick Send will be displayed. Selecting a Quick Send Dial-Up Account This function enables you to select a dial-up account to be used for actual Quick Send. • The only operation performed here is selection of a dial-up account Note from the list.
Page 94: Selecting A Quick Send Send-To Account
Selecting a Quick Send Send-To Account This function enables you to set the send-to account for Quick Send. • The only operation performed here is selection of the name from the Note list. Settings related to each send-to account (name, e-mail address, etc.) are performed in “Address Book Settings”...
Page 95: Selecting The Size Of The Image To Be Sent By Quick Send
Selecting the Size of the Image to be Sent by Quick Send This function enables you to select the size of the image to be send by Quick Send. A Display the list of dial-up accounts for Quick Send. • P.87 “Displaying the Direct Upload Dial-Up Accounts” B Click on [IMAGE SIZE].
Page 96: Setting Ftp Upload
Setting FTP Upload This section explains how to set the dial-up account for FTP upload, the FTP server address as the upload destination, the user account name, password, etc. • For details of how to use FTP upload, refer to “Uploading an HTML Note File”...
Page 97: Selecting An Ftp Upload Dial-Up Account
The list of dial-up account for FTP upload will be displayed. Selecting an FTP Upload Dial-Up Account This function enables you to select a dial-up account to be used in actual FTP upload. • The only operation performed here is selection of a dial-up account Note from the list.
Page 98: Setting A Server For Ftp Upload
Setting a Server for FTP Upload This function enables you to set the FTP server for FTP upload, the account and password for accessing the server, etc. A Display the list of dial-up accounts for FTP Upload. • P.94 “Displaying the FTP Upload Dial-Up Accounts” B Click on [SEND TO].
Page 99: Making A Backup/Restoring The Camera Settings
Making a Backup/Restoring the Camera Settings This section explains how to save all the information currently stored in the camera (all information other than recorded images and motion pictures, voice memo data, etc.) in the PC, and how to restore the backup information to the camera.
Page 100: Restoring The Backup Settings To The Camera
D Specify the location and file name and then click on [Save]. The camera settings will be saved in the PC. • The file name extension [.bak] will be automatically attached at the Note end of the file name. Restoring the Backup Settings to the Camera This function enables you to restore the camera settings file saved on the PC disk to the camera.
Page 101 D Specify the location of the file to be restored and select a file, then click on [OPEN]. The selected file will be displayed on the screen. E Click on [RESTORE]. The selected backup file will be transferred to the camera. F Turn the power off and turn it on again about 10 seconds later.
Page 103 Chapter Using JOB Navi. Func. Image Capture Guide List JOB Navi. Func. Image Setting the Image Capture Capture Guide List ....102 Guide List on the Browser ... 114 Role of Guide List ....... 102 Displaying the Guide Lists ..114 Creating a Guide List ....
Page 104: Job Navi. Func. Image Capture Guide List
JOB Navi. Func. Image Capture Guide List First of all, it is necessary to explain what a JOB Navi. Image Capture Guide List is. Role of Guide List The JOB Navi. Func. Image Capture Guide List (hereafter referred to as Guide List) function enables you to record images while checking the Guide List (a list of images to be recorded) prepared in advance to ensure no images are forgotten.
Page 105: Using The Guide List
How to Use the Guide List Tool Kit The Guide List Tool Kit installed in Chapter 1 is the software for creating a Guide List using Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word. However, as the software runs on Windows, it cannot be used on a Macintosh. In the case of Excel, you should specify the range of cells for image names, write it out as a Guide List and save it in the Template folder for the CF card.
Page 106: Using The Image Capture Guide List On Excel
Using the Image Capture Guide List on Excel This section explains the series of operations involved in creating an Image Capture Guide List (hereafter referred to as Guide List) based on an Excel table and transferring it to the camera, recording images according to the list and incorporating the recorded images in a table.
Page 107 C Click on [Enable Macros]. The document will be displayed. Check that the following 4 buttons have been added to the toolbar. Additional Buttons (from left) [Create Image Capture Guide File] [Update Image Title] [Paste All Images] [Paste Selected Images] D Click on [Create Image Capture Guide File].
Page 108: Recording Images Using The Guide List
Recording Images Using the Guide List This function enables you to record images according to the Guide List transferred to the camera. • You cannot change the storage memory when the image menu is Note displayed. • For information on the display when you shoot using the Image Capture Guide List, see “Image Capture Guide List Display”...
Page 109: Pasting The Recorded Images To The Table
I Press the shutter release button to record the image. After recording the image, the screen will return to the image select screen. The number of recordings will be displayed on the right of the image title for images where recording is finished.
Page 110 G Select the [xxxrlist] folder. When you record images using the Guide List, a [(no.) rlist] folder is created for each series of recordings (for example, [101rlist], [102rlist]). The folder with the highest number is the newest folder. Select the newest folder. H Select the Guide List and then click on [OK].
Page 111: Other Functions
Other Functions The [Update image title] and [Paste Selected Images] functions are used as follows. Update image title After the Guide List created on Excel has been sent to the camera, if the image list is changed (changing the order of the titles) by camera operation (operating the camera independently), the image list in the PC and the image list in the camera will no longer match.
Page 112: Using The Image Capture Guide List On Word
Using the Image Capture Guide List on Word This section explains the series of operations, using sample templates, for creating an Image Capture Guide List (hereafter referred to as Guide List) based on Word, transferring it to the camera, recording images according to the list and incorporating the recorded images in a document.
Page 113 C Click on [Enable Macros]. The document will be displayed. Check that the following 3 buttons have been added to the tool bar. Additional Buttons (from left) [Create Image Capture Guide File] [Paste All Images At Once] [Paste Selected Images] D Click on the [Create Image Capture Guide File] button.
Page 114: Recording Images Using The Guide List
Recording Images Using the Guide List This operation is the same as in “Recording Images Using the Guide List” for Excel (P.106). When you have finished recording images, connect the camera and the PC once more. Pasting the Recorded Images into a Document This function enables you to paste images recorded with the camera into a Microsoft Word document.
Page 115 H Select a Guide List and click [OK]. An image is pasted into each layout frame in the document . • If several images are recorded for 1 frame, the window for selecting an Note image will be displayed. Follow the instructions and select an image. Other Functions The [Paste Selected Images] function is for pasting only the specified image in the list from the specified folder in the PC.
Page 116: Setting The Image Capture Guide List On The Browser
Setting the Image Capture Guide List on the Browser This section explains how to create an Image Capture Guide List (hereafter referred to as Guide List) on the browser, and how to transfer a Guide List saved as a file to the camera. •...
Page 117 D Check that [GUIDE LIST] on the left of the screen has been selected. If [HTML TEMPLATE] has been selected, click on [GUIDE LIST]. E If you wish to change the storage memory, click on [IN] or [CF CARD]. The Guide Lists recorded in the selected storage memory will be displayed. Select storage memory The [Guide List] for images already recorded can also be displayed in addition...
Page 118: Creating A New Guide List
Creating a New Guide List This function enables you to create a new Guide List. A Display the Guide Lists and select the storage memory in which you wish to add a new Guide List. The Guide Lists currently stored in that particular storage memory will be displayed.
Page 119 D Move the mouse pointer to the [IMAGE TITLE] area, click on the area and add the list of images in the new Guide List using the keyboard. One line is for one image title. If you input characters in the first line of [IMAGE TITLE], that becomes the first image title.
Page 120: Editing The Guide List
Editing the Guide List This function enables you to edit the images (image titles and number of images) in the Guide List. A Display the Guide List containing the list you wish to edit. • P.114 “Displaying the Guide Lists” B Click on the title of the list you wish to edit.
Page 121 Adding an Image A Click on [ADD IMAGE TITLE] on the image title screen. The screen for editing the image titles will be displayed. B Move the mouse pointer to the [NEW IMAGE TITLE] area, click on the area and add the image title using the keyboard. Use one line for one image title.
Page 122 C When you have finished adding image titles, click on [SAVE]. The screen will return to the image title screen. If you then click on [OK], the screen will return to the screen showing the Guide Lists. Editing an Image Title A Click on the image title that you wish to edit on the image title screen.
Page 123 C When you have finished editing, click on [UPDATE]. The screen will return to the image title screen. If you then click on [CANCEL], the screen will return to the screen showing the Guide Lists. Deleting an Image Title Important •...
Page 124: Deleting A Guide List
Deleting a Guide List This function enables you to delete a Guide List. A Display the Guide List containing the list you wish to delete. • P.114 “Displaying the Guide Lists” B Click on [DELETE] for the list you wish to delete. The confirmation screen will be displayed.
Page 125: Saving The Guide List On The Pc
Saving the Guide List on the PC This function enables you to save the Guide List on the hard disk, etc. of the • Use this function in the following cases: Note • When you want to make a backup file of important Guide Lists. •...
Page 126: Transferring The Guide List Saved In The Pc To The Camera
Transferring the Guide List Saved in the PC to the Camera This function enables you to download the Guide List file saved on the PC hard disk, etc., and transfer it to the camera media. A Display the Guide Lists and select the media to which the list is to be sent.
Page 127 D Click on [Transfer]. The selected Guide List will be transferred to the camera media. When the transfer is completed, the Guide Lists including this list will be displayed.
Page 128: Setting The Image Capture Guide List Independently On The Camera
Setting the Image Capture Guide List Independently on the Camera You can rearrange the image order and delete the Image Capture Guide List on the camera. • Instructions for recording images using the Guide List are given in Note “Recording Images Using the Guide List” (P.106). Rearranging the Image List You can rearrange the images of the Guide List stored in the camera storage memory.
Page 129: Deleting A Guide List
G Press the FUNCTION button again. Changing the order is complete. Deleting a Guide List A Set the mode dial to [ B Press the button and select the storage memory containing the Guide List. C Press the button. D Choose the desired Guide List you want to delete and press the buton.
Page 130: Image Capture Guide List Display
Image Capture Guide List Display Tips The following display is used when you shoot using the Image Capture Guide List. Use this Guide List prepared in advance to ensure no images are forgotten. Upper number (9 A green in this case) mark ( ) is indicates that of displayed for...
Page 131 Chapter Using the Extension Functions Using the RDC-i Explorer Plug-In ........130 Using the RDC-i Mounter ..133 Making a Backup File of the Camera Settings ....136 Making a Backup File ....136 Restoring the Backup Settings to the Camera ......138 Using the TWAIN Function ...
Page 132: Using The Rdc-I Explorer Plug-In
Using the RDC-i Explorer Plug-In If you have installed the RDC-i Explorer Plug-In on Windows, you can copy the camera data into the PC and make a backup file of the camera settings in the Important • The flash lamp (red) blinks during transmission of data to the PC Note except when the camera is connected to a LAN.
Page 133 D Click on [RDC-i Properties...]. The window for setting the camera’s IP address will be displayed. E Input the figures displayed on the camera’s LCD monitor (4 figures separated by “.”). F Click [OK]. The camera is now detected by the PC. If you click [+] on the left of [RDC-i], the camera’s storage memory will be displayed.
Page 134: Using The Microsoft Power Point Presentation Data
• You can handle the camera’s storage memory in the window displayed Note by double clicking [My Computer]. Using the Microsoft Power Point Presentation Tips Data If you copy the presentation data created using Microsoft Power Point in the camera, you can do a presentation anytime anywhere. Save the presentation data created on Power Point in [JPEG File- Interchange Format].
Page 135: Using The Rdc-I Mounter
Using the RDC-i Mounter By installing the RDC-i Mounter in Macintosh, you can copy data and make a backup file of the camera in a PC. Important • The flash lamp (red) blinks during transmission of data to the PC Note except when the camera is connected to a LAN.
Page 136 • When your Macintosh is set to be connected to the Internet via the network, select [Ethernet] for [Connect via]. • When not using the cases above, select [RICOH RDC-i] for [Connect via]. LAN Connection Select [Ethernet] for [Connect via].
Page 137 E In the case of LAN Connection, click on [IP Address] in the RDC-i Mounter control panel, and select [IP Address Setting]. Enter the IP address (dot-separated four numbers) on the LCD monitor of the camera, and click [OK]. F Click on [Mount] for the storage memory you wish to connect. The camera icon will be displayed on the desktop.
Page 138: Making A Backup File Of The Camera Settings
Making a Backup File of the Camera Settings This section explains how to [SAVE SETTING DATA] to make a backup file of all the information currently set in the camera (all information other than recorded images and motion pictures, voice memo data, etc.), and how to [RESAVE SETTING DATA] to restore the backup information to the camera.
Page 139 • In this section, the explanation uses the method of clicking the right Note button, but the function can also be selected from the Explorer [File] menu. For Macintosh In the case of Macintosh, [Save Configuration File...] and [Restore Configuration File...] are performed using the [SETUP MENU] application. A Connect the camera correctly to the PC and set the camera’s mode dial to [ ].
Page 140: Restoring The Backup Settings To The Camera
Restoring the Backup Settings to the Camera This function enables you to restore the camera backup settings saved on a PC disk to the camera. Important • When this function is executed, all the other current camera settings Note are erased. For Windows A Connect the camera correctly to the PC and set the camera’s mode dial to [...
Page 141 For Macintosh A Connect the camera correctly to the PC and set the camera’s mode dial to [ ]. Then turn the camera and the PC on. B Select [RDC-i Mounter] from [Control Panels] in the Apple menu. The RDC-i Mounter window will be displayed. C Click on [Set Prefs...].
Page 142: Using The Twain Function
Using the TWAIN Function If you use the TWAIN function, you can download, display and edit images recorded in the camera directly from the application software. However, the TWAIN function can only be used on application software that is compatible with TWAIN.
Page 143 • If you have connected several items of TWAIN-compatible equipment, Note it is necessary to select which TWAIN equipment you will use before performing the operation described on the previous page (the camera uses [RDC-i TWAIN]). Use the function titled [Select TWAIN_32 Source...] or similar.
Page 144: For Macintosh
For Macintosh This section explains how to use the TWAIN function on a Macintosh. A Check that the camera is properly connected to the PC, that the camera is turned on and that the camera’s mode dial is set to B Mount the storage media of the camera to which you want to download using the RDC-i Mounter.
Page 145 • Depending on the connection method and conditions, the screen for inputting the camera’s IP address may be displayed. In this case, input the IP address displayed on the camera’s LCD monitor. The following will be displayed. E Click on [Select Folder...]. The dialog box will be displayed to select a folder.
Page 147 Chapter Setting the Receiving PC for Direct Upload Setting the Receiving PC for Direct Upload ......146 For Windows ......146 For Macintosh ......151...
Page 148: Setting The Receiving Pc For Direct Upload
Setting the Receiving PC for Direct Upload This section explains the preparations and settings to be made on the PC that will receive direct upload from the camera. • For details of how to use the direct upload function, refer to “Uploading Note Directly to a Computer”...
Page 149 A Select [Control Panel] from the [Start] menu. The control panel window will be opened. B Double click on [Add/Remove Programs]. The [Add/Remove Programs Properties] window will be opened. C Click on the [Windows Setup] tab. The Windows file screen will be displayed. D Select [Communications] and click on [Details...].
Page 150 Preparing the Receiving PC When installation of the software is completed, perform the following operation to put the telephone in standby status. When a direct upload call comes from the camera, the telephone will automatically switch to receiving mode. A Double click on [My Computer] and then double click on [Dial-Up Networking].
Page 151 G Click on [Server Types]. The screen for setting the type of server will be displayed. H Select [PPP: Internet, Windows NT Server, Windows 98] from [Type of Dial-Up Server]. I Tick the [Enable software compression] and untick the [Require encrypted password].
Page 152 M Set [Direct Upload root directory] and [Direct Upload Log file name]. Direct Upload root directory : Specify the folder to receive the incoming file. If you wish to specify a folder on the camera side, leave blank. Direct Upload Log file name : If you wish to make a log file (a record of connections and transmissions) for Direct Upload, input the file name here.
Page 153: For Macintosh
For Macintosh This section gives a broad outline of the preparations to be performed on the receiving Macintosh. For details of actual installation and setting, refer to the Macintosh and software HELP functions and the operation manual. Important • If you are using a MacOS version earlier than MacOS9 (e.g. 8.6), you Note will need to install ARA (Apple Remote Access).
Page 154 File Sharing settings A Open the File Sharing control panel. B Double-click the [Start/Stop] tab. C Check [Owner Name] and [Owner Password]. These settings are used for the PPP account and PPP password in the camera. D Click on the [Users&Group] tab. E Select the same owner name you checked in step C and click [Open].
Page 155 Using the RDC-i Direct Communication software A Start up [RDC-i Direct Upload]. [RDC-i Direct Upload] is installed in the root folder of the startup disk immediately after installation. B If you wish to make a direct upload log file (a record of connections and transmissions), set a folder and file name.
Page 157: Appendix
Appendix Camera Settings When Connected to a PC ....156 Setting the PC Connection Environment ....... 156 Setting the Network Environment ....... 158 Error Messages ..... 160 Error Messages Displayed on the Web Browser ......160 Other Error Messages ....163 Troubleshooting ....
Page 158: Camera Settings When Connected To A Pc
Camera Settings When Connected to a PC When the camera is connected to a PC by a USB cable or by LAN, depending on the PC or network environment, the camera may not function properly unless the settings are changed. This section deals with how to change the camera settings.
Page 159 IP Address: PC This is the IP address for the PC to which the camera is connected. The setting is in the form of [xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx] (each xxx being a figure from 0 to 255). The factory default setting is [192.168.187.183]. IP ADD: RDC-i500 This is the camera’s own IP address.
Page 160: Setting The Network Environment
Setting the Network Environment If you have connected the camera to a network using a LAN connection CF card, set the host name and various other addresses in order to send and receive data between the camera and other LAN equipment or a network. The camera’s factory default settings are relatively common, so normally there is no need to change the settings.
Page 161 A Set the mode dial to [SET]. The Setup menu will be displayed. B Select [COMMUNICATION SETTINGS] and press the button. The screen for setting the communication function will be displayed. C Select [NETWORK] and press the button. The screen for setting the PC connection will be displayed.
Page 162: Error Messages
Error Messages In the case of misoperation or of failure due to some problem or other, an error message will be displayed. This section deals with the causes and remedies of problems. • This section explains the error messages displayed on the PC screen. Note For details of the error messages displayed on the camera monitor, refer to the ‘Camera’...
Page 163 Cause and Remedy Error Message Card Error Specified card cannot be used as recording destination. Click on [Back] button. Memory full Storage memory (internal memory or CF card) is full and no further recording is possible. Click on [Back] button. Error has occurred in recorded image.
Page 164 Error Messages Displayed on Setup Screen Cause and Remedy Error Message [Transfer] button was clicked without specifying file Input upload file name name for [Browse...] . Invalid file selected for [Browse...]. Select file from File read Error address book. Upper limit of number of addresses in address book Cannot add Address has been reached.
Page 165: Other Error Messages
Error Messages Displayed on Setting Backup/Restoring Screen Error Message Cause and Remedy Failed to create backup file due to lack of memory, Backup failed etc. Close other applications and try again. Attempted to restore settings without specifying file Input file parameter name.
Page 166 Cause and Remedy Error Message Specified drive cannot be formatted. Restart This drive cannot be camera and try again. formatted. Specified drive is write-prohibited. Cancel write This drive is read-only. protection. Incorrect file name specified when copying/moving. Illegal file name. Specify correct file.
Page 167 Cause and Remedy Error Message Failed to receive Socket Camera not correctly connected or set. Check camera connection and settings. Data. Failed to send Socket Camera not correctly connected or set. Check camera connection and settings. Data. Failed to create Socket. Error occurred when creating Windows socket.
Page 168: Troubleshooting
[Hardware] dialog box. C Check whether the “!” mark is displayed meaning that the device manager is disabled for [RICOH Camera Port] or [Universal Serial Bus Controller] of [Ports (COM/LPT)] . D Specify the “!”-marked device and click [Delete].
Page 169: Selecting "Never Dial A Connection
Selecting “Never dial a connection” When you are trying to access the camera’s homepage with the dial-up connection configuration on a PC, the screen for selecting [Work offline] or [Retry] may be displayed. Select [Retry] to view the camera’s homepage. However, your PC will begin dial-up procedure automatically when “Always dial my default connection”...
Page 170: Checking The Proxy Server
Checking the Proxy Server When you can not connect to the camera by controlling the browser, please make the following procedures to check the proxy server settings. For Internet Explorer (Version 5.x) A Right-click on the [Internet Explorer] icon on the desktop and then click on [Properties].
Page 171: Installing The Dial-Up Adapter
Installing the Dial-Up Adapter When the dial-up adapter has not been displayed in the Network Component dialog, install the dial-up adapter in the following procedure. A Right-click on the [Network Neighborhood] icon on the desktop and then click on [Properties]. B Click on the [Confguration] tab and then click [ADD].
Page 172 Checking the Dial-Up Settings When the dial-up server does not work despite appropriate settings of receiving end for Direct Upload, check the following setting. For Internet Explorer (Version 5.x) A Right-click on the [Internet Explorer] icon on the desktop and then click on [Properties].
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Page 174: Index
Index Functional Index SET Mode (Setup) CAMERA SETTINGS ... KEEP SETTINGS ..Camera ........P.108 ... LCD CONFIRM..Camera ........P.109 ... AUTO POWER OFF ... Camera ........P.110 ... BEEP SOUND .... Camera ........P.111 ... POWER SAVE ... Camera ........P.112 ...
Page 175: Recording Mode
... FTP UPLOAD ..... Communication/Internet ..P.51 ... QUICK SEND ..... Communication/Internet ..P.44 ... NETWORK ....Connecting to a Psersonal Computer ..P.158 ... PC CONNECTION ..Connecting to a Psersonal Computer ..P.156 ... MODEM SETTING ..Communication/Internet ..P.60 FORMAT ...........
Page 176: Play Mode
Play Mode ( MENU Button ... SEND ......Communication/Internet ..P.70, 73 ... QUICK SEND ..... Communication/Internet ..P.68 ... COPY ......Camera ....... P.88 ... PROTECT ....Camera ....... P.92 ... AUTO PLAYBACK ..Camera ....... P.95 ... DPOF SETTING ..Camera ....... P.96 ...
Page 177 PC Mode ( Connecting to a Personal Computer Communication Mode ( ... E-MAIL ....... Communication/Internet ... P.83 ... DIRECT UPLOAD ..Communication/Internet ... P.94...
Page 178: Alphabetical Index
Alphabetical Index Address Book E-mail Sending to a PC ......66 Setting ........... 72 Address book Error messages ......... 160 Deleting ......... 65 Explorer Plug-In ........ 130 Displaying ........62 Editing ........... 64 FTP Upload Saving ........... 65 Displaying the dial-up account ..94 Application software Selecting a dial-up account ..
Page 179 Network environment ......158 USB cable connection For Windows ........20 USB driver ........13, 14 Owner Information Installation for Macintosh ....14 Setting ........... 68 Installtion for Windows ....13 PC connection environment ....156 Quick Send Displaying the dial-up account ..90 Selecting a dial-up account ..
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Ricoh RDC-i500 Operation Manual

Chapter 1 Getting Started

Chapter 2 Viewing Images on a PC

Tips Saving the Camera's Homepage

Chapter 3 Recording Images with the Camera

Chapter 4 Changing the Camera Settings

Chapter 5 Using JOB Navi. Func. Image Capture Guide

Chapter 6 Using the Extension Functions

Chapter 7 Setting the Receiving PC for Direct Upload

Appendix

Quick Links

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