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Camera User Guide
Basic Operations
If you are using the camera for the first time, read this section.
This section provides a basic overview of how to turn on the camera, take pictures and
play back pictures.

Advanced Operations

Read this section when you want to learn more about the different
camera functions.
This section provides more detailed information about the functions used to take pictures
and play back pictures, as well as information on how to customize the camera settings,
print pictures, and use the camera with a computer.
The rechargeable battery needs to be charged before use. The battery is not
charged at the time of purchase.
The serial number of this product is
given on the bottom face of the camera.

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  • Page 1: Advanced Operations

    Camera User Guide The serial number of this product is given on the bottom face of the camera. Basic Operations If you are using the camera for the first time, read this section. This section provides a basic overview of how to turn on the camera, take pictures and play back pictures.
  • Page 2 • Reorient the TV or radio antenna. • Plug the devices into separate electrical outlets. This publication may not be reproduced in whole or in part without the express written permission of Ricoh. © 2008 RICOH CO., LTD. All rights reserved.

  • Page 3: Safety Precautions

    Safety Precautions Warning Symbols Various symbols are used throughout this instruction manual and on the product to prevent physical harm to you or other people and damage to property. The symbols and their meanings are explained below. This symbol indicates matters that may lead to imminent risk of death or serious Danger injury if ignored or incorrectly handled.
  • Page 4 Warning Turn off the power immediately in the event of abnormalities such as smoke or unusual odors being emitted. Remove the battery as soon as possible, being careful to avoid electric shocks or burns. If you are drawing power from a household electrical outlet, be sure to unplug the power cord from the outlet to avoid fire or electrical hazards.
  • Page 5 Do not touch the internal components of the equipment if they become exposed as a result of being dropped or damaged. The high-voltage circuitry in the equipment could lead to an electric shock. Remove the battery as soon as possible, being careful to avoid electric shocks or burns.

  • Page 6: Using The Manuals

    Using the Manuals The following two manuals are included with your R8. “Camera User Guide” (This booklet) This guide explains the usage and functions of the camera. It also explains how to install the provided software on your computer. * The “Camera User Guide” (English edition) is available from the provided CD-ROM as a PDF file.

  • Page 7: Key Features

    Key Features The illustrations in this manual may differ from the actual product. Equipped with a high magnification 7.1× wide angle zoom lens This camera has a compact body, featuring a 28-mm* (Wide-angle) to 200-mm* (Telephoto) 7.1× optical zoom lens that covers a wide range of shooting.
  • Page 8 Easily customize your favorite shooting settings with My Settings mode (P.42) You can customize two groups of settings, and then turn the mode dial to MY1/MY2 to shoot with those registered settings. Use the camera to easily make Trim corrections to images you have shot (P.113, 115, 119) After you shoot a still image, you can crop part of the image (trim), automatically...
  • Page 9 White saturation highlights display function (P.60) Press the DISP. button in playback mode to switch to the white saturation highlights display screen so you can check the white saturation highlights in the shot image. ADJ. (Adjust) button enables easier camera operations (P.64) The ADJ.

  • Page 10: Table Of Contents

    Contents Safety Precautions ................ 1 Using the Manuals................. 4 Key Features ................. 5 Contents ..................8 Basic Operations If you are using the camera for the first time, read this section. Packing List ................. 14 Names of Parts................17 How to Use the Mode Dial............19 Picture Display ................
  • Page 11 Advanced Operations Read this section when you want to learn more about the different camera functions. 1 Various Shooting Functions Using the ADJ. Mode ..............64 Functions that can be set in Scene Mode and Movie Mode ....65 Shifting the AE and AF Targets ..............66 Changing the Text Density (Scene Mode) ..........68 Shooting Menu ................
  • Page 12 2 Shooting/Playing Back Movies 3 Shooting Movies ................104 Setting the Frame Rate (Frame Rate)...........105 Playing Back Movies................107 3 Other Playback Functions Playback Menu ................108 Using the Menu..................109 Rotating Images (Rotation) ............110 Changing the Image Size (Resize)..........111 Trimming Still Images (Trim) ............. 113 Correcting the Image Brightness and Contrast (Level Compensation) ............
  • Page 13 Installing the DeskTopBinder Lite ............172 Installing Other Software on Your Computer ........174 Uninstalling the Software ..............175 Downloading Images Using the RICOH Gate La........177 Downloading Images Without Using RICOH Gate La......178 Disconnecting the Camera from Your Computer ........180 For Macintosh................181 Downloading Images to Your Computer ..........181...
  • Page 14 7 Appendices Troubleshooting................. 183 Error Messages..................183 Camera Troubleshooting ..............184 Software and Computer Troubleshooting ..........189 Specifications ................191 Number of Images That Can be Stored in Internal Memory/ SD Memory Card ................193 Functions Whose Defaults are Restored When Camera is Turned Off ................194 About Scene Mode ..............

  • Page 15: Basic Operations

    Basic Operations If you are using the camera for the first time, read this section. Packing List........14 Names of Parts......... 17 How to Use the Mode Dial ....19 Picture Display ......... 20 Getting Ready ........23 Basic Shooting......... 32 Playing Back Images .......

  • Page 16: Packing List

    Packing List Open the package and make sure all the items are included. USB Cable (Mini B cable) The serial number of the camera is Used to connect the camera to a provided on the bottom face of the computer or Direct Print- camera.

  • Page 17: Caplio Software Cd-Rom

    Caplio Software CD-ROM The provided software and the “Software User Guide” are included on this CD-ROM. Caution----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The Caplio Software CD-ROM supports the following languages. Operations are not guaranteed on operating systems with languages other than those listed below. English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Chinese (Traditional, Simplified), Korean Note --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Attaching the handstrap to the camera Thread the small end of the strap through the strap eyelet on the camera and loop the...

  • Page 18: Optional Accessories

    Note --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Attaching the neck strap to the camera Remove the end of the neck strap from the connector and attach it as shown in the figure. • For the latest information about accessories, visit the Ricoh website at http://www.ricohpmmc.com.

  • Page 19: Names Of Parts

    Names of Parts Camera Front View Item Name Refer to Mode Dial P.19, 42, 43, 104 Shutter Release Button P.34 Microphone P.104 POWER Button P.29 Lens Cover Zoom lever z (Telephoto)/Z (Wide-angle) P.37, 52, 53 8 (Enlarged View)/9 (Thumbnail Display) Flash P.40 AF Auxiliary Light/Self-Timer Lamp...

  • Page 20: Rear View

    Rear View 3 4 5 Item Name Refer to Picture Display P.20 Strap Eyelet P.15 Speaker P.107 Terminal Cover P.132, 135, 177, 181 AV Output Terminal P.132 USB Terminal P.135, 177, 181 N (Macro) P.39 6 (Playback) Button P.50 F (Flash) P.40 ADJ./OK Button P.64...

  • Page 21: How To Use The Mode Dial

    How to Use the Mode Dial Set the mode dial to the desired mode before shooting still images or movies. Turn the mode dial to the symbol of the function you want to use. Mode Dial Symbols and Descriptions Symbol Function Description Refer to...

  • Page 22: Picture Display

    Picture Display Example of Picture Display when Shooting Pictures 9999 9999 1280 1280 Interval Interval 1 Sec 1 Sec Shtr Btn:Start Shtr Btn:Start 14 15 16 17 Movie Mode Still Image Mode Item Name Refer to Item Name Refer to Flash Mode P.40 16 Sharpness...

  • Page 23: Movie Mode

    Note --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- • The number of remaining shots available may differ from the actual number of shots, depending on the subject. • Movie recording time and the maximum number of still pictures may vary depending on the capacity of the recording destination (internal memory or SD memory card), shooting conditions, and the type and manufacturer of the SD memory card.

  • Page 24: Battery Level Indication

    Battery Level Indication A battery symbol appears at the lower right of the picture display to indicate the battery level. Recharge the battery before it is depleted. Battery Symbol Description The battery is sufficiently charged. Green The battery level begins to drop. Recharging is recommended. The battery level is low.

  • Page 25: Getting Ready

    Getting Ready Turn the power on and get ready to shoot. Note --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- • If the camera is on, make sure it is turned off before inserting or removing the battery. • For information on how to turn the camera off, see P.29. About the Battery This camera uses the Rechargeable Battery DB-70, a dedicated lithium-ion battery supplied...

  • Page 26: Sd Memory Card (Available In Stores)

    SD Memory Card (available in stores) You can store still images you have taken either in the camera’s internal memory or on an SD memory card (available in stores). The internal memory capacity is approx. 24 MB. To record a lot of still images or movies at high resolutions, use a high-capacity SD memory card.
  • Page 27 Write-protecting your images ---------------------------------------------------------------- Move the write-protection switch on the SD memory card to LOCK to prevent your still images from being accidentally erased or the card from being formatted. If you unlock the card (by returning the switch to its original position), it is once again possible to erase images and format the card.

  • Page 28: Charging The Rechargeable Battery

    Charging the Rechargeable Battery The rechargeable battery needs to be charged before use. The battery is not charged at the time of purchase. Insert the battery into the battery charger, making sure that the markings on the battery match those on the battery charger. •...

  • Page 29: Loading The Rechargeable Battery And Sd Memory Card

    Loading the Rechargeable Battery and SD Memory Card After recharging the rechargeable battery, load the rechargeable battery and the SD memory card. If the camera is on, make sure to turn it off before loading or removing the battery and card. Open the battery/card cover.
  • Page 30 Insert the rechargeable battery. • When the rechargeable battery is loaded in place, it is locked with the hook shown in the figure. Close the battery/card cover and slide it back into place. Removing the Rechargeable Battery Open the battery/card cover. Release the hook that locks the rechargeable battery.

  • Page 31: Turning The Power On/Off

    Turning the Power On/Off To turn the power on: Press the POWER button. • After the start sound, the picture display turns on. Using the Camera in Playback Mode • Pressing the 6 (Playback) button for more than one second turns on the camera in playback mode, allowing you to start playback at once.

  • Page 32: Setting The Language

    Setting the Language When the power is turned on for the first time, the language setting screen appears (for the picture display language). After setting the language, go on to the date/time setting (for printing the date and time on your photos). You can shoot without these settings.

  • Page 33: Setting The Date And Time

    Setting the Date and Time When the power is turned on for the first time, the date/time setting screen appears. Press the ADJ./OK button !"#$ to set the year, 2008 month, date and time. • Change the value with !" and Y/M/D hh:mm move the frame with #$.

  • Page 34: Basic Shooting

    Basic Shooting Now you are ready. Holding the Camera Hold the camera as shown below for best results. Hold the camera with both hands and lightly press both elbows against your body. Put your finger on the shutter release button. Caution----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- •...
  • Page 35 Preventing Camera Shake --------------------------------------------------------------------- If you move the camera when pressing the shutter release button, the still image might not come out clearly due to camera shake. Camera shake tends to occur in the following cases: • When shooting in a dark place without using the flash •...

  • Page 36: Shooting

    Shooting The shutter release button works in two steps. When you press the shutter release button halfway (Half-press), the auto-focus function is triggered to determine the focal distance. Next, press it all the way down (Full-press) to shoot. When your subject is not in the center of your composition, compose your photo after focusing.
  • Page 37 To take a picture with the subject in the foreground in focus against a background, half-press the shutter release button to focus on the subject, and then compose your shot. Subject to be focused on Shooting range Gently press the shutter release button all the way.
  • Page 38 Note --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- • Press the shutter release button gently to prevent camera shake. • The J symbol indicates that camera shake may occur. Hold the camera still and focus the camera again. You can also turn on the camera shake correction function to minimize blurring.

  • Page 39: Using The Zoom Function

    Using the Zoom Function Turning the zoom lever toward z (Telephoto) allows you to take a close-up picture of the subject. Turning the zoom lever toward Z (Wide-angle) allows you to take a wide-angle picture. Wide-angle Telephoto With the camera ready to shoot, turn the zoom lever toward z or Z.
  • Page 40 Using the Digital Zoom ------------------------------------------------------------------------- While you can use the normal zoom to enlarge the subject up to 7.1 times, digital zooming allows you to enlarge the subject still further (up to another 4.8 times). To use digital zooming, turn and hold the zoom lever toward z until the maximum magnification is reached on the zoom bar, then momentarily release the zoom lever, and then turn the zoom lever again toward z.

  • Page 41: Shooting Close-Ups (Macro Shooting)

    Shooting Close-Ups (Macro Shooting) The macro shooting function lets you take shots of subjects that are very close to the lens. This is good for shooting small subjects because you can shoot up to approximately 1 cm (0.4 in.) away. Turn the mode dial to 5.

  • Page 42: Using The Flash

    Using the Flash You can select the flash mode that best suits your shot. At the time of purchase, the camera is set to [Flash Off]. Flash Modes Flash Off The flash will not fire. Auto The flash fires automatically when the subject is poorly lit or backlit.
  • Page 43 Press the ADJ./OK button !" to select the flash mode. • The flash mode symbol is displayed at the upper left of the picture display. • The flash mode symbol blinks at the upper left of the picture display when the flash is charging. Once the flash is charged, the symbol stops blinking and lights steadily and the camera is ready to shoot.

  • Page 44: Shooting With My Settings Mode

    Shooting with My Settings Mode Setting the mode dial to MY1 or MY2 allows you to shoot with preset settings. Use [Reg. My Settings] on the setup menu to make the MY1 and MY2 settings. (GP.146) Turn the mode dial to MY1 or MY2.

  • Page 45: Shooting With Optimal Settings According To Shooting Conditions

    Shooting with Optimal Settings According to Shooting Conditions You can use scene mode to select from among eleven still image modes, and shoot with settings automatically optimized for shooting conditions. Scene Modes Use when taking portrait pictures. Portrait Automatically recognizes the subject’s face and adjusts the focus, exposure, and white balance.
  • Page 46 Use to straighten a rectangular object, such as a message board or business card, shot at an angle to make it look as if it were shot squarely. For detailed operations, see P.47. Skew Correct Mode In skew correction mode, choose from [N1280] or [N640] for [Pic Quality/ Size].
  • Page 47 Press the button !"#$ to select the scene mode. Press the ADJ./OK button. • The scene mode type is displayed at the top of the picture display. Press the shutter release button to shoot the picture. Changing the shooting menu or setup menu setting in scene mode ---------- Press the MENU button in shooting mode and then press the ADJ./OK button $ once to display the Shooting menu or twice to display the Setup menu.

  • Page 48: Using Face Recognition Mode

    Using Face Recognition Mode Turn the mode dial to SCENE. • The camera is ready to shoot and the selected scene mode is displayed at the top of the picture display. Press the MENU button. • The scene mode selection screen appears. Press the ADJ./OK button ".

  • Page 49: Using The Skew Correction Mode

    Using the Skew Correction Mode Turn the mode dial to SCENE. • The camera is ready to shoot and the selected scene mode is displayed at the top of the picture display. Press the MENU button. • The scene mode selection screen appears. Press the ADJ./OK button ".

  • Page 50: Release Button

    Shooting in Zoom Macro Mode Turn the mode dial to SCENE. • The camera is ready to shoot and the selected scene mode is displayed at the top of the picture display. Press the MENU button. • The scene mode selection screen appears. Press the ADJ./OK button ".

  • Page 51: Using The Self-Timer

    t Using the Self-Timer You can set the Self-timer to shoot after either two or ten seconds. A setting of two seconds is useful for preventing camera shake. With the camera ready to shoot, press the t (Self- timer) button. •...

  • Page 52: Playing Back Images

    Playing Back Images Viewing Your Images In playback mode, you can check still images you have taken. You can also delete or zoom in on the images. Press the 6 (Playback) button. • The camera switches to playback mode and the last image taken is displayed.
  • Page 53 10/50 1280 1280 100-0011 100-0011 10 frames backward 2008 01 01 19/50 20/50 21/50 1280 1280 1280 1280 1280 1280 100-0023 100-0023 100-0020 100-0020 100-0021 100-0021 2008 01 01 2008 01 01 2008 01 01 1 frame backward 1 frame forward 30/50 1280 1280...

  • Page 54: Grid View (Thumbnail Display)

    Grid View (Thumbnail Display) When playing back images on the picture display, the playback screen can be divided into 20 frames (grid view). The grid view allows you to select an image to enlarge or delete. Press the 6 (Playback) button.

  • Page 55: Enlarging Images

    Enlarging Images You can enlarge a still image displayed on the picture display. Image Size Enlarged View (maximum magnification) 3648 × 2736, 3648 × 2432, 2736 × 2736, 16 times 3264 × 2448, 2592 × 1944, 2048 × 1536 1280 × 960 6.7 times 640 ×...
  • Page 56 In Enlarged View 8 on the Enlarges the displayed still image. Zoom Lever 9 on the Returns the enlarged still image to its original size. Zoom Lever ADJ./OK If the image size is 2048 × 1536 or larger: Button In enlarged view at magnifications of less than 8 times, pressing the ADJ./OK button increases the magnification to 8 times.

  • Page 57: Deleting Files

    Deleting Files You can delete unwanted or failed shooting files from the SD memory card or internal memory. You can use the [Recover File] function to restore needed files that you accidentally deleted. (GP.131) Note --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- When [LCD Confirm.] is set to [Hold] on the setup menu (GP.154), the image displayed on the screen after being taken can be deleted.

  • Page 58: Deleting All Files

    Deleting All Files Press the 6 (Playback) button. Press the D (Delete) button. Press the ADJ./OK button !" to select [Delete All]. Press the ADJ./OK button. Finish • You are prompted to confirm that Delete One you want to delete all images. If Delete All so, press the ADJ./OK button $ to Select...
  • Page 59 Specifying Individual Files to be Deleted Press the ADJ./OK button Delete !"#$ to select the file you want to delete and press the D (Delete) button. • The trash symbol is displayed in the upper left corner of the file. Sel/Cancel Execute Repeat Step 4 to select all the files you want to...
  • Page 60 Specifying a Range of Files to be Deleted Press the MENU button. • Press the MENU button again to return to the screen for deleting one file at a time. Press the ADJ./OK button Delete !"#$ to select the starting point of the range of files you want to delete and press the D (Delete) button.

  • Page 61: Changing The Display With The Disp. Button

    Changing the Display with the DISP. Button Pressing the DISP. button allows you to change the screen display mode and toggle the information displayed on the picture display. During Shooting Mode Normal Symbol Display Histogram Grid Guide Press the DISP. button to change the display.

  • Page 62: Maximizing The Picture Display Brightness

    During Playback Mode Histogram and Detailed Normal Symbol Display Information Display 2008/01/01 2008/01/01 12:00 12:00 2008/01/01 2008/01/01 12:00 12:00 No Display White Saturation Highlights Display Press the DISP. button to change the display. White Saturation Highlights Display ------------------------------------------------------- The white saturation areas of the image flash in black. White saturation is the loss of grayscale that indicates the color shading in an image in which very bright areas of the subject are rendered in white.

  • Page 63: Histogram

    Histogram When Histogram is on, a histogram appears in the lower right corner on the picture display. A histogram is a graph indicating the number of pixels on the vertical axis and the brightness on the horizontal axis (from left to right, shadows (dark areas), midtones, and highlights (bright areas)).

  • Page 65: Advanced Operations

    Advanced Operations Read this section when you want to learn more about the different camera functions. 1 Various Shooting Functions ..64 2 Shooting/Playing Back Movies ........... 104 3 Other Playback Functions ........... 108 4 Direct Printing ......134 5 Changing Camera Settings ..140 6 Downloading Images to Your Computer ........

  • Page 66: Various Shooting Functions

    1 Various Shooting Functions Instructions in this manual to “Press the ADJ./OK button !"#$” indicate that you should press the ADJ./OK button in the up, down, left or right direction. Instructions to “Press the ADJ./OK button” indicate that you should press directly down on the button. Using the ADJ.

  • Page 67: Functions That Can Be Set In Scene Mode And Movie Mode

    Press the ADJ./OK button !" to select the desired setting. Press the ADJ./OK button to confirm the setting. Functions That Can Be Assigned to [ADJ Btn. Set] (GP.157) Expo. Cmp, Wht. Bal., ISO, Quality, Focus, Sharp, Expo. Met., Cont Mode, Auto BKT Functions that can be set in Scene Mode and Movie Mode The functions that can be set with the ADJ./OK button in scene...

  • Page 68: Shifting The Ae And Af Targets

    Shifting the AE and AF Targets When you are taking a picture, this feature allows you to shift the target for the automatic exposure (AE) and/or the auto focus (AF) without having to move the camera. This is particularly useful when you are using a tripod to take pictures.
  • Page 69 Note ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- • If you change the [AE], [AF] or [AE/AF] setting after shifting the target, the shifted target returns to the center. • You cannot use the AE/AF target shift function if [Focus] is set to [MF]. (GP.75) • During scene mode, the AE/AF target shift function is not available.

  • Page 70: Changing The Text Density (Scene Mode)

    Changing the Text Density (Scene Mode) If you are shooting with [Text Mode] in Scene Mode (GP.44), you can use the ADJ./OK button to change the shading of text. You can select from [Deep], [Normal] and [Light]. To change the setting, use the Shooting menu or the ADJ./OK button. This section explains easy ways to change the shading setting with the ADJ./OK button.

  • Page 71: Shooting Menu

    Shooting Menu Press the MENU button in shooting mode to display the Shooting menu. The Shooting menu can be used to set the following shooting settings. When Mode Dial is Set to 5/MY1/MY2 Setting Options [Default Settings] Refer to Pic Quality/Size F3648(10M), [N3648(10M)], F3:2(9M), F1:1(7M), P.72 N3264(8M), N2592(5M), N2048(3M), N1280(1M),...

  • Page 72: Using The Menu

    When Mode Dial is Set to 3 Setting Options [Default Settings] Refer to Movie Size [640], 320 P.72 Frame Rate [30Frame/S], 15Frame/S P.105 [Multi AF], Spot AF, MF, Snap, A Focus P.74 White Balance [AUTO], (Outdoors), (Cloudy), P.94 (Incandescent Lamp), (Incandescent Lamp2), (Fluorescent Lamp), (Manual Settings)
  • Page 73 Press the ADJ./OK button $. • The menu item settings are displayed. Press the ADJ./OK button !" to select the setting. Press the ADJ./OK button. • The setting is confirmed, the Shooting menu disappears and the camera is ready to shoot. •...

  • Page 74: Choosing Picture Quality Mode/Image Size (Pic Quality/Size)

    Choosing Picture Quality Mode/ Image Size (Pic Quality/Size) The file size of a shot still image depends on the picture quality mode and image size settings. For movies, choose the movie size. Figures inside the bold frame indicate those shown on the screen. Still Images Image Size Picture Quality...

  • Page 75: The Desired Setting

    Note ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- • For picture quality mode, select normal mode (N) or fine mode (F), depending on the desired compression ratio. Normal mode: The compression ratio is high, resulting in a small file. Normally, shooting is done in this mode. Fine mode: The compression ratio is low, resulting in a large file, but the picture quality is better than in Normal.

  • Page 76: Changing The Focusing Mode (Focus)

    Changing the Focusing Mode (Focus) If you shoot the subject in the default focusing mode, the camera focuses automatically with Auto Focus (AF). Select from the following five focusing modes. Focusing Modes Symbol Mode Description None Multi AF Measures the distances from 9 AF areas and focuses to the nearest AF area.

  • Page 77: Manual Focus Shooting (Mf)

    Manual Focus Shooting (MF) If the camera fails to focus automatically, you can focus manually (MF: Manual Focus). Manual focus enables shooting at a fixed distance. Note ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- • In scene mode, manual focus can be used when [Zoom Macro], [Black&White], [Sepia] or [Skew Correct Mode] is selected.
  • Page 78 Press the button # to display the focus bar. • Each time you press the button #, the focus bar and zoom bar appear alternately. Sel. Foc./Zoom Sel. Foc./Zoom Turn the zoom lever toward z (Telephoto) or Z (Wide- angle) to adjust the focus. •...

  • Page 79: Changing The Exposure Metering Modes (Exposure Metering)

    Changing the Exposure Metering Modes (Exposure Metering) You can change the metering method (the range to use for metering) used to determine the exposure value. There are three light metering modes. Exposure Metering Modes Symbol Mode Description None Multi The entire shooting range is divided into 256 partitions, and each is metered to determine the overall exposure value.

  • Page 80: Changing The Edge Quality Of Still Images (Sharpness)

    Changing the Edge Quality of Still Images (Sharpness) You can change the edge quality of your still images to either sharp or soft. Display the Shooting menu. • For information on using the menu, see P.70. Press the ADJ./OK button " to select [Sharpness] and press the button $.

  • Page 81: Shooting With Multi-Shot (Continuous/S-Cont/M-Cont)

    Shooting with Multi-Shot (Continuous/S-Cont/M-Cont) With Multi-shot, you can shoot consecutive images. Multi-shot has the following three modes: Continuous Pictures continue to be taken for as long as you hold down the shutter release button. Still images are recorded one at a time, just as in normal shooting.
  • Page 82 Note ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- • When shooting with S-Cont or M-Cont, the ISO setting is fixed at [Auto] even if it is set to [ISO 64] or [ISO 100]. • The number of images that can be shot in the Multi-shot mode depends on the image size setting.

  • Page 83: Shutter Release Button

    Continuous Compose your picture and then press and hold the shutter release button. • Pictures continue to be taken for as long as you hold down the shutter release button. Release your finger from the shutter release button to stop taking pictures. •...

  • Page 84: Viewing An S-Cont Or M-Cont Still Image In Enlarged Display Mode

    Viewing an S-Cont or M-Cont Still Image in Enlarged Display Mode While a still image (16 frames in an image file) taken with S-Cont or M-Cont is displayed, you can enlarge any one of the 16 frames. You can also switch between frames while viewing the image in enlarged display mode.

  • Page 85: Setting The Color Depth (Color Depth)

    Setting the Color Depth (Color Depth) You can set the color depth of still images to [Normal], [Strong], or [Neutral]. Display the Shooting menu. • For information on using the menu, see P.70. Press the ADJ./OK button " to select [Color Depth] and press the button $.

  • Page 86: Shooting Consecutively With Different Exposures (Auto Bracket)

    Shooting Consecutively with Different Exposures (Auto Bracket) The auto bracketing function automatically shoots three consecutive shots at three exposure levels (-0.5EV, ±0, and +0.5EV) based on the set exposure level. Display the Shooting menu. • For information on using the menu, see P.70. Press the ADJ./OK button "...

  • Page 87: Shooting Consecutively With Different White Balance (Wb-Bkt)

    Shooting Consecutively with Different White Balance (WB-BKT) The white balance bracket function automatically records three images - a reddish image, a bluish image, and an image of the current white balance. This is useful if you cannot determine the appropriate white balance.
  • Page 88 Note ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- • Cannot be used when Multi-shot is set. (GP.79) • The flash cannot be used. • The [Time Exposure] setting is disabled. (GP.88) • The white balance can be changed using the Shooting menu. (GP.94)

  • Page 89: Shooting Consecutively With Different Colors (Cl-Bkt)

    Shooting Consecutively with Different Colors (CL-BKT) When [CL-BKT] is selected and a still image is shot, the color bracket function automatically records three images – a black-and- white image, a color image, and a sepia image. Display the Shooting menu. •...

  • Page 90: Using Long Time Exposure (Time Exposure)

    Using Long Time Exposure (Time Exposure) You can select [1 Sec.], [2 Sec.], [4 Sec.], or [8 Sec.] for time exposure. By using long time exposure, you can capture the movement of moving subjects such as the trail of fireworks and car lights when shooting a night scene.

  • Page 91: Shooting Pictures Automatically At Set Intervals (Interval)

    Shooting Pictures Automatically at Set Intervals (Interval) You can set the camera to automatically take pictures at fixed intervals. You can set the shooting interval from 5 seconds to 3 hours in increments of 5 seconds. Display the Shooting menu. •...
  • Page 92 To stop shooting, press the MENU button. Caution------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ • The interval shooting setting is cleared when the camera is turned off. • The time until the next picture can be taken according to the Shooting menu setting may be longer than the time set for interval shooting. In this case, the shooting interval becomes longer than the set time.

  • Page 93: Inserting The Date Into A Still Image (Date Imprint)

    Inserting the Date into a Still Image (Date Imprint) You can insert the date (YY/MM/DD) or the date and time (YY/MM/ DD hh:mm) at the lower right of a still image. Display the Shooting menu. • For information on using the menu, see P.70. Press the ADJ./OK button "...

  • Page 94: Changing The Exposure (Exposure Comp.)

    Changing the Exposure (Exposure Comp.) The exposure setting enables you to select the brightness level for your picture. Normally, if your subject is centered, backlight compensation is automatically activated, and you can shoot with the correct exposure. In the following cases, or when you intentionally want to change the exposure, you can adjust the exposure setting.
  • Page 95 Note ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- When shooting in particularly bright places, you may not be able to correct the exposure level. In that case, the [!AE] symbol appears on the screen.

  • Page 96: Using Natural And Artificial Lighting (White Balance)

    Using Natural and Artificial Lighting (White Balance) Adjust the white balance so that a white subject will appear white. At purchase, the white balance mode is set to [AUTO]. Normally you do not need to change the setting, but if the camera is having difficulty determining the white balance when shooting an object of a single color or when shooting under multiple light sources, you can change the setting.
  • Page 97 Press the ADJ./OK button. • The symbol appears on the screen. Note ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- • The white balance may not be adjusted correctly for a subject that is mostly dark. In this case, add something white to the subject. • When shooting with the flash, the white balance may not be adjusted correctly if [AUTO] is not selected.

  • Page 98: Setting The White Balance Manually (Manual Settings)

    Setting the White Balance Manually (Manual Settings) Press the ADJ./OK button in shooting mode. Press the ADJ./OK button #$ until the white balance menu appears. Press the button !" to select [M]. Point the camera at a piece of paper or something white under the lighting conditions Manual for your picture.

  • Page 99: Changing The Sensitivity (Iso Setting)

    Changing the Sensitivity (ISO Setting) ISO sensitivity indicates how sensitive film is to light. A greater value means higher sensitivity. High sensitivity is suitable for shooting an object in a dark place or a fast-moving object while minimizing blurring. You can select from the following ISO settings: Auto, Auto-Hi, ISO 64, ISO 100, ISO 200, ISO 400, ISO 800, and ISO 1600.
  • Page 100 Press the ADJ./OK button. • The setting appears on the screen. Note ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- • When the ISO setting is set to [Auto], the maximum sensitivity is equivalent to ISO 400 if the flash is used. When the image size is 3648 × 2736 the ISO setting is [Auto] and flash is not fired, the ISO setting is between 64 and 200.

  • Page 101: Limiting The Shutter Speed (Slow Shutter Lmt)

    Limiting the Shutter Speed (Slow Shutter Lmt) The maximum shutter speed can be limited to the following: 1/8 second, 1/4 second, and 1/2 second. When this function is set to [Off], the maximum shutter speed varies depending on the ISO setting. Display the Shooting menu.

  • Page 102: Using The Camera Shake Correction Function To Prevent Camera Shake (Camera Shake Cor)

    Using the Camera Shake Correction Function to Prevent Camera Shake (Camera Shake Cor) You can prevent camera shake by turning on the camera shake correction function. At the time of purchase, the camera shake correction function is turned on. Display the Shooting menu. •...

  • Page 103: Shooting A Still Image With A Subfile (Record Dual Size)

    Shooting a Still Image with a Subfile (Record Dual Size) When shooting a still image with [Record Dual Size] set to [On], the original still image is saved along with a subfile. You can use [Sub File Size] in the Setup menu to select the size of the subfile. (GP.150) Display the Shooting menu.

  • Page 104: Shooting With The Minimum Aperture (Fix Min. Aperture)

    Shooting with the Minimum Aperture (Fix Min. Aperture) When [Fix Min. Aperture] is set to [On], the range in which objects are in focus is greater, as still pictures are shot with a closed aperture. Display the Shooting menu. • For information on using the Shooting menu, see P.70. Press the ADJ./OK button "...

  • Page 105: Returning The Shooting Menu Settings To Their Defaults (Restore Defaults)

    Returning the Shooting Menu Settings to their Defaults (Restore Defaults) To return the Shooting menu settings to their defaults, follow the steps below. Display the Shooting menu. • For information on using the menu, see P.70. Press the ADJ./OK button " to select [Restore Defaults] and press the button $.

  • Page 106: Shooting/Playing Back Movies

    2 Shooting/Playing Back Movies Instructions in this manual to “Press the ADJ./OK button !"#$” indicate that you should press the ADJ./OK button in the up, down, left or right direction. Instructions to “Press the ADJ./OK button” indicate that you should press directly down on the button. 3 Shooting Movies You can shoot movies with sound.

  • Page 107: Setting The Frame Rate (Frame Rate)

    Note ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- • The flash cannot be used. • While shooting movies, only digital zoom can be used. (GP.38) • When the shutter release button is pressed in Step 2, the camera focuses on the subject. • The remaining recording time may not change uniformly because it is recalculated from the remaining memory capacity during movie recording.
  • Page 108 Note ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- • Movie recording time may vary depending on the capacity of the recording destination (internal memory or SD memory card), shooting conditions, and the type and manufacturer of the SD memory card. • The estimated total recording time is shown below. The maximum recording time per shooting is 90 minutes or the equivalent of 4 GB.

  • Page 109: Playing Back Movies

    Playing Back Movies To playback movies, follow the steps below. Press the 6 (Playback) button. • The last movie shot is displayed. • The first frame of the movie is displayed as a still image. Press the ADJ./OK button !"#$ to select the movie you want to view.

  • Page 110: Other Playback Functions

    3 Other Playback Functions Instructions in this manual to “Press the ADJ./OK button !"#$” indicate that you should press the ADJ./OK button in the up, down, left or right direction. Instructions to “Press the ADJ./OK button” indicate that you should press directly down on the button. Playback Menu Press the MENU button in playback mode to display the Playback Menu.

  • Page 111: Using The Menu

    Using the Menu Press the 6 (Playback) button to select the playback mode. Press the MENU button. • The Playback menu appears. The menu items are provided on two screens. Press the ADJ./OK button !" to select the desired item. •...

  • Page 112: Rotating Images (Rotation)

    Rotating Images (Rotation) You can rotate and record shot still images. Press the 6 (Playback) button. Press the ADJ./OK button !"#$ to display the file you want to rotate. Press the MENU button. • The Playback menu appears. Press the ADJ./OK button " to select [Rotation] and press the button $.

  • Page 113: Changing The Image Size (Resize)

    Changing the Image Size (Resize) You can reduce the image size of a shot still image to create a new file with a different image size. Original Resized F3648/N3648/F3:2/F1:1/N3264/N2592/N2048 N1280 N640 N1280 N640 Caution------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ You can resize only still images. Movies cannot be resized. Note ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- •...
  • Page 114 Press the button !" to select [1280] or [640]. Press the ADJ./OK button. Finish • The display indicates that the image is 1280 being resized, and then the resized image is recorded. The original image remains unchanged. Select...

  • Page 115: Trimming Still Images (Trim)

    Trimming Still Images (Trim) This function allows you to trim a still image you have shot and then save it as a separate file. Press the 6 (Playback) button. Press the ADJ./OK button !"#$ to display the file you want to trim. Press the MENU button.
  • Page 116 • The size of the trimmed image varies depending on the original image size and the trimming level (the trimming frame size). Refer to the table shown below. (The initial trimming frame displayed on the [Trim] screen is the second trimming level. You can display the first trimming level (maximum frame size) by turning the zoom lever toward 9.) Original image size...

  • Page 117: Correcting The Image Brightness And Contrast (Level Compensation)

    Correcting the Image Brightness and Contrast (Level Compensation) You can use either [Auto] or [Manual] mode to correct the brightness and contrast in still images you have shot and then record the corrected images. [Manual] mode allows you to correct the image by adjusting the histogram.

  • Page 118: Correcting Images Automatically (Auto)

    Correcting Images Automatically (Auto) Press the ADJ./OK button !" to select [Auto] and press the button $. • The [Level Compensation] screen Level Compensation Auto appears. The original image appears at the upper left of the screen and the corrected image is shown on the right. •...

  • Page 119: Correcting Images Manually (Manual)

    Correcting Images Manually (Manual) Press the ADJ./OK button !" to select [Manual] and press the button $. • The [Level Compensation] screen appears. The original image appears at the upper left of the screen, the histogram is at the lower left, and the corrected image is shown on the right.
  • Page 120 • Example 2) To correct an overexposed or underexposed image: If the image in overexposed, move the left point to the right so that it is aligned with the left end of the histogram peaks. If the image in underexposed, move the right point to the left so that it is aligned with the right end of the histogram peaks.

  • Page 121: Correcting The Image Color Tone (White Balance Compensation)

    Correcting the Image Color Tone (White Balance Compensation) This function allows you to correct the green, magenta, blue and amber color tones in still images you have taken and then record the corrected images. Press the 6 (Playback) button. Press the ADJ./OK button !"#$ to display the file you want to correct.
  • Page 122 Press the ADJ./OK button. • Messages appear during the correction process, and then the corrected image is recorded. The original image remains unchanged. Caution------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ • You can only use white balance compensation for still images shot using this camera. • You cannot correct the white balance for images shot in Movie, S-Cont or M-Cont mode.

  • Page 123: Straightening Skewed Images (Skew Correction)

    Straightening Skewed Images (Skew Correction) You can straighten rectangular objects, such as a message board or business card, shot at an angle, to make them look as if they were shot squarely. Press the 6 (Playback) button. Press the ADJ./OK button !"#$ to display the file you want to straighten.
  • Page 124 Note ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- • The image size does not change for skew corrected images. • If the image size is large, skew correction will take time. Resize the image (GP.111) before performing skew correction to speed up the process. • The following table shows the approximate time required for skew correction. Image Size Correction time 3648 ×...

  • Page 125: Preventing The Deletion Of Files (Protect)

    Preventing the Deletion of Files (Protect) You can protect files from being accidentally deleted. Caution------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Protected files cannot be deleted normally. However, they will be deleted if you format the memory where the files are stored. Protecting a File Press the 6 (Playback) button. The last file recorded is displayed.

  • Page 126: Protecting All Files

    Protecting All Files To protect all your files, follow the steps below. Press the 6 (Playback) button. Press the MENU button. • The Playback menu appears. Press the ADJ./OK button " to select [Protect] and press the button $. Press the ADJ./OK button !" to select [All Files].

  • Page 127: Protecting Multiple Files At Once

    Protecting Multiple Files at Once To protect selected files all at once, follow the steps below. Press the 6 (Playback) button. Turn the zoom lever toward 9 (Thumbnail Display). • The screen is divided into 20 frames and thumbnails are displayed. Press the ADJ./OK button !"#$ to select the first file you want to protect.

  • Page 128: Displaying Photos In Order Automatically (Slide Show)

    Displaying Photos in Order Automatically (Slide Show) You can display the recorded still images and movie files sequentially on the screen. This is called a slide show. To view a slide show, follow the steps below. Press the 6 (Playback) button. •...

  • Page 129: Copying The Contents Of The Internal Memory To An Sd Memory Card (Copy To Card)

    Copying the Contents of the Internal Memory to an SD Memory Card (Copy To Card) You can copy all movies, still images, and sound data stored in the internal memory onto an SD memory card at once. Turn the camera off. Insert an SD memory card.

  • Page 130: Using A Printing Service (Dpof)

    Using a Printing Service (DPOF) The still images recorded on an SD memory card can be printed out if you take them to a store that offers a digital camera print service. To use a print service, you must make print settings on your camera.

  • Page 131: Setting Dpof For All Still Images

    Setting DPOF for All Still Images To apply DPOF settings to all your still images, follow the steps below. Press the 6 (Playback) button. Press the MENU button. • The Playback menu appears. Press the ADJ./OK button " to select [DPOF] and press the button $.

  • Page 132: Setting Dpof For Multiple Still Images

    Setting DPOF for Multiple Still Images To make the DPOF settings for selected still images all at once, follow the steps below. Press the 6 (Playback) button. Turn the zoom lever toward 9 (Thumbnail Display). • The screen is divided into 20 frames and thumbnails are displayed. Press the ADJ./OK button !"#$ to select the first still image for which you want to make the DPOF setting.

  • Page 133: Restoring Deleted Files (Recover File)

    Restoring Deleted Files (Recover File) You can restore all deleted files. Deleted files cannot be restored after performing any of the following operations. • Turning the camera off • Switching from playback mode to shooting mode • Using DPOF, Resize, Copy To Card, Skew Correction, Level Compensation, White Balance Compensation, Rotation or Trim.

  • Page 134: Viewing On A Television

    Viewing on a Television You can view files you have taken on a TV screen. The camera displays everything on the TV screen just as it would on the picture display. To use your television for viewing, connect your camera to the television with the AV cable that came with your camera.
  • Page 135 Caution------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ • When the AV cable is connected to the camera, the picture display and the speaker output turn off. • Do not force the AV cable into the terminal. • Do not apply excessive force with the AV cable connected. •...

  • Page 136: Direct Printing

    4 Direct Printing Instructions in this manual to “Press the ADJ./OK button !"#$” indicate that you should press the ADJ./OK button in the up, down, left or right direction. Instructions to “Press the ADJ./OK button” indicate that you should press directly down on the button. Direct Print Function The Direct Print standard enables direct printing from a camera to a printer by connecting them via a USB cable.

  • Page 137: Connecting The Camera To A Printer

    Connecting the Camera to a Printer Connect your camera to a printer using the USB cable provided. Make sure that the camera is off. Connect your camera to a printer using the USB cable provided. • Your camera turns on automatically. •...

  • Page 138: Printing Still Images

    Printing Still Images You can print still images from the camera with a PictBridge- compatible printer. Still images are sent from the internal memory when no SD memory card is loaded or from an SD memory card when one is loaded. Caution------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Do not disconnect the USB cable during printing.
  • Page 139 Step 6 on P.138. * Each item is available only when supported by the Ricoh printer connected to the camera. Press the ADJ./OK button !" to select the setting, and then press the ADJ./OK button.

  • Page 140: Printing Several Still Images

    Note ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- • To specify the settings as the default settings next time the camera is connected to the printer, press the MENU button when the screen in Step 7 is displayed. When the screen at the right appears, press the ADJ./OK button #$ to select [Set] and press the ADJ./OK button.
  • Page 141 Press the button #$ to select the next image for printing. Press the button !" to set the number of copies to print. Repeat Steps 7 and 8 to select all the still images to be printed and the number of copies for each. Press the ADJ./OK button.

  • Page 142: Changing Camera Settings

    5 Changing Camera Settings Instructions in this manual to “Press the ADJ./OK button !"#$” indicate that you should press the ADJ./OK button in the up, down, left or right direction. Instructions to “Press the ADJ./OK button” indicate that you should press directly down on the button. Setup menu You can change the camera settings by displaying the Setup menu from the Shooting menu (GP.69) or Playback menu (GP.108).

  • Page 143: Using The Setup Menu

    Using the Setup menu In the instructions of this manual, the menu selection is confirmed when you “Press the ADJ./ OK button” (as in Step 6 below), but you can also confirm the setting and return to the menu screen by pressing the ADJ./OK button #. Press the MENU button.
  • Page 144 Note ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- For some functions, the setting selection method may differ from what is explained here. For detailed operation, see the explanation of each function. Changing the display ---------------------------------------------------------------------- You can select a screen by the tab. 1 Press the ADJ./OK button # to select a tab on the left of the screen.

  • Page 145: Preparing The Sd Memory Card (Format [Card])

    Preparing the SD Memory Card (Format [Card]) If the error message [Card Error] is displayed when an SD memory card is loaded into the camera or the card has been used with a computer or other device, you must format the card prior to use with this camera.

  • Page 146: Formatting The Internal Memory (Format [Internal])

    Formatting the Internal Memory (Format [Internal]) If the error message [Format internal memory] is displayed, you must format the internal memory prior to use. Caution------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Formatting the internal memory deletes all of the images recorded in the memory. If you have images in the internal memory that you do not want to delete, copy the images to the SD memory card before formatting the internal memory.

  • Page 147: Adjusting The Brightness Of The Picture Display (Lcd Brightness)

    Adjusting the Brightness of the Picture Display (LCD Brightness) To adjust the brightness of the picture display, follow the steps below. Display the Setup menu. • For the operating procedure, see P.141. Press the ADJ./OK button " to select [LCD Brightness] and press the button $.

  • Page 148: Registering Custom Settings (Reg. My Settings)

    Registering Custom Settings (Reg. My Settings) The My Settings function allows you to easily shoot with your desired settings. You can register two groups of settings as “My Settings”. Setting the mode dial to MY1 allows you to shoot with the settings registered in [Setting1].
  • Page 149 Settings Saved in [Reg. My Settings] Pic Quality/Size Focus Focal distance used in Manual Exposure Metering Sharpness Continuous Mode Color Depth Auto Bracket CL-BKT WB-BKT Exposure Comp. Time Exposure Date Imprint White Balance ISO Setting Slow Shutter Lmt Camera Shake Cor Record Dual Size Fix Min.

  • Page 150: Setting The Zoom To A Fixed Focal Length (Step Zoom)

    Setting the Zoom to a Fixed Focal Length (Step Zoom) Step zooming is the setting of the focal length with optical zooming, which can be fixed to any of seven levels (28, 35, 50, 85, 105, 135, 200 mm equivalent to that on a 35 mm camera). Available Settings On (Step zooming on) Off (Step zooming off) *Default setting...

  • Page 151: Changing The Iso Auto-High Setting (Iso Auto-High)

    Changing the ISO Auto-High Setting (ISO Auto-High) You can change the upper limit of the ISO setting for [Auto-Hi] (Auto high sensitivity setting) (GP.97) in [ISO Setting] on the Shooting menu. Available Settings AUTO 400 *Default setting AUTO 800 AUTO1600 To change the auto high sensitivity setting, follow the steps below.

  • Page 152: Changing The Size For Record Dual Size (Sub File Size)

    Changing the Size for Record Dual Size (Sub File Size) When shooting a still image with a subfile (GP.101), you can select the size of the subfile that is recorded at the same time as the original still image. Available Settings 1280[1M] 640[VGA] 320[QVGA] *Default setting...

  • Page 153: Changing The Auto Power Off Setting (Auto Power Off)

    Changing the Auto Power Off Setting (Auto Power Off) If you do not operate the camera for a set period of time, it shuts off automatically to conserve battery power (Auto Power Off). By default, auto power off is set to one minute, but you can change this setting.

  • Page 154: Changing The Operation Sound Setting (Operation Sounds)

    Changing the Operation Sound Setting (Operation Sounds) During operation, the camera generates four types of sounds: start sound, shutter release sound, focus sound, and beep sound. Start sound : Sound when the camera is turned on. Shutter release sound : Sound when the shutter release button is pressed. Focus sound : Sound when the shutter release button is half-pressed and the camera focuses on the subject.

  • Page 155: Changing The Operation Sound Volume (Vol. Settings)

    Changing the Operation Sound Volume (Vol. Settings) The operation sound volume can be changed. Available Settings (Mute) (Small) (Medium) *Default setting (Large) To change the operation sound volume, follow the steps below. Display the Setup menu. • For the operating procedure, see P.141. Press the ADJ./OK button "...

  • Page 156: Changing Image Confirmation Time (Lcd Confirm.)

    Changing Image Confirmation Time (LCD Confirm.) Immediately after you press the shutter release button, the still image taken is displayed on the screen for a moment so you can check it. By default, the image confirmation time is set to 0.5 second, but this can be changed.

  • Page 157: Using The Auto Resize Zoom (Digital Zoom Img)

    Using the Auto Resize Zoom (Digital Zoom Img) This function allows you to crop and record an image you shoot. Conventional digital zoom enlarges a portion of an image to a set magnification. However, auto resize zoom saves the cropped portion of the image so the image quality is not be decreased.

  • Page 158: Auto Resize

    Press the button !" to select [Auto Resize]. Press the ADJ./OK button. Turn and hold the zoom lever toward z (Telephoto) until the maximum magnification is reached on the zoom bar, then momentarily release the zoom lever, and then turn the zoom lever again toward z.

  • Page 159: Assigning Functions To The Adj./Ok Button (Adj Btn. Set.)

    Assigning Functions to the ADJ./OK Button (ADJ Btn. Set.) When functions are assigned to the ADJ./OK button, you can display various shooting setting screens with fewer button operations and without displaying the Shooting menu. You can use [ADJ Btn. Set.1] to [ADJ Btn. Set.4] to assign camera functions that can be activated by pressing the ADJ./OK button.

  • Page 160: Changing The Af Auxiliary Light Setting (Af Aux. Light)

    Changing the AF Auxiliary Light Setting (AF Aux. Light) You can set whether to use the AF auxiliary light when shooting with auto focus. When [AF Aux. Light] is set to [On], the AF auxiliary light lights when it is difficult to measure the distance with auto focus when shooting in dark surroundings, and the auto focus distance is measured.

  • Page 161: Enlarging Icon Display (Enlrge Photo Icon)

    Enlarging Icon Display (Enlrge Photo Icon) The following icons are enlarged in normal symbol display (GP.59). Flash mode, Macro Shooting, Self-timer, White balance, Focus, Exposure compensation, ISO setting, Exposure Metering, Auto Bracket When the icons are enlarged, the following items are not displayed: Zoom bar/Focus bar, Date Imprint, Sharpness, Color depth, Fix Min.

  • Page 162: Changing File Name Settings (Sequential No.)

    Changing File Name Settings (Sequential No.) When you shoot a still image, it is stored on an SD memory card or in the internal memory with a consecutively numbered file name that is automatically assigned. When you switch SD memory cards, you can set your camera to continue consecutive numbering from the previously loaded card.
  • Page 163 [Sequential No.] is set to [Off]. • When images are transferred to a computer using RICOH Gate La (GP.177), the file being transferred is renamed and saved. The file is saved with the name “RIMG****.jpg”...

  • Page 164: Setting The Date And Time (Date Settings)

    Setting the Date and Time (Date Settings) You can shoot still images with the time or date stamped onto the picture. The date/time setting on the Setup menu is explained here. Display the Setup menu. • For the operating procedure, see P.141. Press the ADJ./OK button "...

  • Page 165: Changing The Display Language (Language/N)

    Changing the Display Language (Language/N) You can change the language displayed on the screen. The default setting varies depending on where you purchased the camera. Available Settings (Japanese) English Deutsch (German) Français (French) Italiano (Italian) Español (Spanish) (Russian) (Simplified Chinese) (Traditional Chinese) (Korean) To change the display language, follow the steps below.

  • Page 166: Changing The Playback Method For Viewing On Tv (Video Out Mode)

    Changing the Playback Method for Viewing on TV (Video Out Mode) You can view your still images and movies on a television screen by connecting your camera to a television with the AV cable that came with your camera. (GP.132) Your camera is set to NTSC video format (used in North America and other countries/regions) for use with television equipment and other audiovisual equipment.

  • Page 167: Downloading Images To Your Computer

    You can download images to a computer using either of the following methods. • You can use the supplied RICOH Gate La software to collectively download images automatically. To use this method, you must install the software from the supplied Caplio Software CD-ROM.

  • Page 168: Using The Caplio Software Cd-Rom

    Shot images can be displayed, managed, or edited. Studio USB Driver Used to connect an earlier model Ricoh camera to a computer running Windows 98 SE/Me/2000. Not available with this camera. WIA Driver Used to connect an earlier model Ricoh camera to a computer running Windows XP/Vista.
  • Page 169 DeskTopBinder Lite Software used to manage business documents. USB Driver Used to connect an earlier model Ricoh camera to a computer running Windows 98 SE/Me/2000. Not available with this camera. WIA Driver Used to connect an earlier model Ricoh camera to a computer running Windows XP/Vista.

  • Page 170: System Requirements For Using Caplio Software Cd-Rom

    System Requirements for Using Caplio Software CD-ROM The following environments are necessary for using Caplio Software CD-ROM. Please check your computer, or the computer’s user manual. Operating Systems Windows 2000 Professional Supported Windows Me Windows XP Home Edition/Professional Windows Vista ®...

  • Page 171: Installing Image Batch Downloading And Editing Software

    • For Windows Vista, Windows XP or Windows 2000, administrator privileges are required to install the software. • RICOH Gate La is not network-compatible. Use as a stand-alone application. Here is an example of the Windows XP screen. Start your computer and insert the Caplio Software CD-ROM in the CD-ROM drive.

  • Page 172: Windows Vista

    Click [Installing the software]. Operating systems other than Windows Vista • After a while, the [Choose Setup Language] screen appears. Windows Vista • A screen appears to confirm user account management. • Select [Allow] for the access request to the computer. After a while, the [Choose Setup Language] screen appears.

  • Page 173: Restart Your Computer

    Click [Finish]. Restart your computer. • After restarting your computer, a Windows security warning message appears. Click [Unblock] for RICOH Gate La for DSC. Note ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- You can remove (uninstall) the software. (GP.175)

  • Page 174: Installing The Desktopbinder Lite

    Installing the DeskTopBinder Lite DeskTopBinder Lite is used for managing business documents. As well as still images captured with a digital camera, you can manage a variety of documents, including documents input by scanner, documents created with various applications and image files. You can also store files with different formats in a single document.
  • Page 175 Confirm the destination location and then click [Next]. Click [OK]. Click [DeskTopBinder Lite]. • The DeskTopBinder Lite installer starts. • Install DeskTopBinder Lite following the messages displayed on the screen. • When the screen where you verify digital ID is displayed, click [OK]. Caution------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ •...

  • Page 176: Installing Other Software On Your Computer

    Installing Other Software on Your Computer Caution------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ • Do not install the software when the camera is connected to your computer with a USB cable. • For Windows Vista, Windows XP or Windows 2000, administrator privileges are required to install the software. Acrobat Reader Acrobat Reader is required to display the operation manual (PDF file).

  • Page 177: Uninstalling The Software

    Uninstalling the Software Caution------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ • For Windows Vista, Windows 2000/XP, administrator privileges are required to uninstall the software. • If any other program is active or unsaved data remains, save the data and terminate the program before uninstalling. • If you install both Irodio Photo & Video Studio and the DeskTopBinder Lite and then uninstall either one, camera connection to the computer may fail.

  • Page 178: Irodio Photo & Video Studio

    Irodio Photo & Video Studio Click [Start] on the Windows task bar. Select [Settings]-[Control Panel] ([Control Panel] for XP). Double-click the [Add/Remove Programs] icon (or the [Add or Remove Programs] icon in Windows XP). Select [Irodio Photo & Video Studio] and then click [Change/Remove].

  • Page 179: Downloading Images Using The Ricoh Gate La

    (GP.180) Note ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- • For how to use RICOH Gate La, refer to the “Software User Guide” (PDF file) contained in the provided CD-ROM. (GP.166) • If image transfer does not begin, re-start your computer and perform steps 1 to 5 again.

  • Page 180: Downloading Images Without Using Ricoh Gate La

    Downloading Images Without Using RICOH Gate La You can download images from the camera to a computer without having to use software. Make sure that the camera power is off. Connect the accessory USB cable to a USB port of your computer.

  • Page 181: Downloading Images From An Sd Memory Card

    Downloading Images from an SD Memory Card---------------------------------- It is possible to download images from an SD memory card to the computer via a PC card slot or card reader. Depending on the type of PC card slot or card reader, a memory card adapter may be required when using an SD memory card.

  • Page 182: Disconnecting The Camera From Your Computer

    Disconnecting the Camera from Your Computer Perform the following operations when disconnecting the camera from your computer. (The display is an example of Windows XP. The terms are different for other operating systems but the operations are the same.) Double-click the [Safely Remove Hardware] icon at the right end of the task bar.

  • Page 183: For Macintosh

    For Macintosh Refer to P.165 for Windows. This camera supports the following Macintosh operating systems. • Mac OS 9.0 to 9.2.2 • Mac OS X 10.1.2 to 10.5.1 Caution------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ You cannot download images from this camera to a Macintosh running Mac OS 8.6. Downloading Images to Your Computer Make sure that the camera power is off.

  • Page 184: Disconnecting The Camera From Your Computer

    Disconnecting the Camera from Your Computer Drag and drop the displayed drive or the volume icon to the “Trash”. • If a screen appears prompting you to enter the administrator’s password, enter the password. Disconnect the USB cable. Note ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- •...

  • Page 185: Appendices Troubleshooting

    7 Appendices Troubleshooting Error Messages If an error message is displayed on the screen, take the corresponding action. Error Message Cause and Action Refer to Insert Card No card is loaded. Insert a card. P.27 Set Date. The date is not set. Set the date. P.162 File Number Over Limit The file number limit has been exceeded.

  • Page 186: Camera Troubleshooting

    Camera Troubleshooting Power Supply Problem Cause Solution Refer to The camera does not Battery is not loaded or is Load the rechargeable battery P.27 P.26 turn on. exhausted. correctly or charge the battery as required. An unacceptable battery is used. Use the dedicated rechargeable P.23 battery.
  • Page 187 Shooting Problem Cause Solution Refer to The camera does not Battery is exhausted. Charge the rechargeable battery. P.26 shoot even if you press The camera is not on or it is not in Press the POWER button to turn P.29 the shutter release the camera on or press the 6 the shooting mode.
  • Page 188 Problem Cause Solution Refer to The flash does not fire or The flash cannot be used in the To shoot with the flash, change P.40 the flash cannot charge. following cases: the settings or mode. P.84 • When auto bracket, white P.85 balance bracket, or color P.87...
  • Page 189 Playback/Deleting Problem Cause Solution Refer to Press the 6 (Playback) button. P.50 Cannot play back, or the The camera is not in playback playback screen does mode. not appear. The VIDEO/AV cable is not Reconnect it properly. P.132 connected properly. The Video Out Mode setting is Set it to the correct format.

  • Page 190: Other Problems

    Other Problems Problem Cause Solution Refer to Cannot load the SD The card is facing the wrong way. Load correctly. P.27 memory card. The camera does not Battery is running low. Charge the rechargeable battery. P.26 operate even when the Camera malfunction.

  • Page 191: Software And Computer Troubleshooting

    Warning Messages Under Windows XP Service Pack 2 and Windows Vista When software for your Ricoh digital camera is used on a computer with Windows XP Service Pack 2 or Windows Vista installed, the following warning message may appear at software activation or USB connection.
  • Page 192 Click the [Exceptions] tab. Check that the software is in [Programs and Services]. Click the [Add Program] button to add software that uses the network. If you clicked the [Ask Me Later] button: Each time the program is activated, the [Windows Security Alert] dialog box appears.

  • Page 193: Specifications

    Specifications No. of effective pixels (camera) Approx.10 million pixels Image Sensor 1/2.3" CCD (Total 10.3 million pixels) Lens Focal Length 4.95 mm to 35.4 mm (equivalent to 28 mm to 200 mm on a 35-mm camera) F-aperture F3.3 to F5.2 Normal shooting: Approx.
  • Page 194 Recording Media SD memory card, SDHC memory card, MultiMedia card, Internal Memory (approx. 24 MB) Recording 3648 × 2736 N: approx. 2097 KB/Screen, F: approx. 3591 KB/Screen Data 3648 × 2432 F: approx. 2777 KB/Screen Capacity 2736 × 2736 F: approx. 2594 KB/Screen 3264 ×...

  • Page 195: Number Of Images That Can Be Stored In Internal Memory/Sd Memory Card

    Number of Images That Can be Stored in Internal Memory/SD Memory Card The following table shows the approximate number of images that can be recorded in the internal memory and onto an SD memory card at various image size and picture quality settings. Picture Internal Mode...

  • Page 196: Functions Whose Defaults Are Restored When Camera Is Turned Off

    Functions Whose Defaults are Restored When Camera is Turned Off Turning the camera off may reset some function settings to their defaults. The table below indicates whether or not the function is reset to its default when the camera is turned off. O : setting is saved ×...
  • Page 197 O : setting is saved × : setting is reset Function Default Settings Setup LCD Brightness Reg. My Settings Step Zoom ISO Auto-High AUTO 400 Sub File Size 320[QVGA] Auto Power Off 1 Min. Operation Sounds Vol. Settings (Medium) LCD Confirm. 0.5 Sec.

  • Page 198: About Scene Mode

    About Scene Mode Depending on the scene mode, the flash and macro shooting settings may differ from when in normal shooting mode. Refer to the table below. Scene Mode Flash Macro Shooting Portrait Initial setting: Flash Off Disabled Face Initial setting: Flash Off Disabled Sports Initial setting: Flash Off...

  • Page 199: Shooting Menu Items By Scene Mode

    Shooting Menu Items by Scene Mode Refer Setting Pic Quality/Size P.72 Density P.68 Size P.72 Focus P.74 Exposure Metering P.77 Sharpness P.78 Continuous Mode P.79 Color Depth P.83 Auto Bracket P.84 Time Exposure P.88 Date Imprint P.91 Exposure Comp. P.92 White Balance P.94 ISO Setting...

  • Page 200: About The Ac Adapter (Sold Separately)

    About the AC Adapter (sold separately) Use of the optional AC adapter is recommended when you use the camera for long periods, such as when you are recording a movie, using interval shooting or reviewing images, and when the camera is connected to a computer.

  • Page 201: Disconnecting The Ac Adapter

    Open the power (DC input) cable cover and place the cable outside. Close the battery/card cover. Plug the power cord into an outlet. Caution------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ • Be sure to attach the AC cable and plug the power cord into the outlet firmly. •...

  • Page 202: Using Your Camera Abroad

    Using Your Camera Abroad AC Adapter (Model AC-4f), Battery Charger (Model BJ-7) The AC adapter and the battery charger can be used in regions with a current of 100-240V, 50Hz/60Hz. If you are going to travel to a country that uses a different shaped wall outlet/plug, please consult your travel agent on a plug adapter suitable for wall outlets in your country of destination.

  • Page 203: Cautions On Use

    Cautions on Use Cautions on Use • This product was manufactured for use in the country in which it was purchased. The warranty is only valid in the country in which the camera was purchased. • Should the product fail or malfunction while you are abroad, the manufacturer assumes no responsibility for servicing the product locally or bearing the expenditure incurred therefore.

  • Page 204: Care And Storage

    • After use at the beach or around chemicals, wipe it off particularly carefully. • In the unlikely event that your camera fails to work properly, please consult your Ricoh Repair Center. • There are high voltage circuits in this camera. As this is dangerous, do not dismantle this camera under any circumstances.

  • Page 205: Warranty And Servicing

    Ricoh Repair Center. Please note that you will be not be reimbursed for the cost of bringing the camera to the Ricoh Repair Center. 2. This warranty does not cover any damage resulting from: 1 failure to follow the instructions in the instruction manual;...

  • Page 206: Information To The User

    FCC emission limits. (FCC 15.27) COMPLIANCE INFORMATION STATEMENT Product Name: DIGITAL CAMERA Model Number: R8 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:...

  • Page 207: Index

    DeskTopBinder Lite ...167, 172 Index Digital Zoom.........38 Digital Zoom Img......155 Direct Print .........134 DISP. Button ......18, 59 DPOF .........128 Acrobat Reader ......174 ADJ Btn. Set.1, 2, 3, 4....157 ADJ./OK Button ..... 18, 64, 107 Enlarged View......53 AE/AF target shift function... 66 Enlrge Photo Icon ......159 AF Aux.
  • Page 208 White Balance......94, 119 Reg. My Settings ....... 146 White Balance Bracket Report Print ....... 137 (WB-BKT) .........85 Resize ........111 White Balance Compensation..119 Restore Defaults......103 White Saturation Highlights Display RICOH Gate La ......166 ..........60 Rotation ........110 WIA Driver......166, 167...
  • Page 209 Zoom ........... 37 Zoom Lever ......17, 37 Zoom Macro ......43, 48...

  • Page 210: Telephone Support Numbers In Europe

    Telephone Support Numbers in Europe (from within the UK) 02073 656 580 (from outside of the UK) +44 2073 656 580 Deutschland (innerhalb Deutschlands) 06331 268 438 (außerhalb Deutschlands) +49 6331 268 438 France (à partir de la France) 0800 91 4897 (en dehors de la France) +49 6331 268 439 Italia...

  • Page 211: If A Problem Arises

    Ricoh is also trying to solve the great subjects of “Saving energy by reducing power consumption” and “Reducing environment-affecting chemical substances contained in products”. If a problem arises First of all, see “Troubleshooting” (GP.183) in this manual. If the issues still persist, please contact a Ricoh office. Ricoh Offices RICOH COMPANY, LTD.

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