Ricoh WG-4 GPS Quick Manual
Ricoh WG-4 GPS Quick Manual

Ricoh WG-4 GPS Quick Manual

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RICOH WG-4 GPS
RICOH WG-4
Thank you for purchasing this RICOH WG-4 GPS/RICOH
WG-4 Digital Camera.
This camera is waterproof, dustproof, and shockproof, as
shown below, so you can use it in a wide range of outdoor
activities.
Waterproof/dustproof: JIS grade 8 waterproof and grade 6
dustproof (IP68)
Shockproof: Satisfies our drop test (2.0 m height onto a
5 cm thick plywood surface) complying with MIL-Standard
810F Method 516.5-Shock testing.
* Waterproof performance is not guaranteed if the camera
is exposed to impact such as being dropped or hit.
* The camera is not guaranteed to be free of trouble or
damage under every condition.
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  • Page 1 RICOH WG-4 GPS RICOH WG-4 Thank you for purchasing this RICOH WG-4 GPS/RICOH WG-4 Digital Camera. This camera is waterproof, dustproof, and shockproof, as shown below, so you can use it in a wide range of outdoor activities. Waterproof/dustproof: JIS grade 8 waterproof and grade 6 dustproof (IP68) Shockproof: Satisfies our drop test (2.0 m height onto a...
  • Page 2 To users of this camera • Do not use or store this camera in the vicinity of equipment that generates strong electromagnetic radiation or magnetic fields. Strong static charges or the magnetic fields produced by equipment such as radio transmitters could interfere with the display, damage the stored data, or affect the camera’s internal circuitry and cause camera misoperation.
  • Page 3: Using Your Camera Safely

    Using Your Camera Safely We have paid close attention to the safety of this camera. When using this camera, we request your special attention regarding items marked with the following symbols. Warning This symbol indicates that ignoring this item could cause serious personal injuries.
  • Page 4 • Some portions of the camera heat up during use, so please take care, as there is a risk of low temperature burns if such portions are held for long periods of time. • Should the display be damaged, be careful of glass fragments. Also, be careful not to allow the liquid crystal to get on your skin, in your eyes, or in your mouth.
  • Page 5: About The Battery

    Caution • Do not place or drop heavy objects on or forcefully bend the USB cord or AC plug cord. Doing so may damage the cord. Should the cord be damaged, consult your nearest service center. • Do not touch or short-circuit the terminal area of the USB cord or AC plug cord while the cord is plugged in.
  • Page 6 • Remove the battery from the camera immediately if it becomes hot or begins to smoke. Be careful not to burn yourself during removal. • Keep wires, hairpins, and other metal objects away from the + and - contacts of the battery. •...
  • Page 7: Care To Be Taken During Handling

    Care to be Taken During Handling Before Using Your Camera • When traveling, take the Worldwide Service Network listing that is included in the package. This will be useful if you experience problems abroad. • When the camera has not been used for a long time, confirm that it is still working properly, particularly prior to taking important pictures (such as at a wedding or when traveling).
  • Page 8: Cleaning Your Camera

    • The temperature range in which the camera can be used is -10°C to 40°C (14°F to 104°F). • The display will become black at high temperatures but will return to normal at normal temperatures. • The response speed of the display becomes slow at low temperatures. This is due to the properties of the liquid crystal and is not a malfunction.
  • Page 9: Other Precautions

    • Avoid using or storing the camera in direct sunlight or in locations where it may be exposed to rapid changes in temperature or to condensation. • Periodic inspections are recommended every one to two years to maintain high performance. Other Precautions •...
  • Page 10 • If it is not used for a long time, the data on the card may become unreadable. Be sure to regularly make a backup of important data on a computer. • Be sure to format SD Memory Cards that are unused or have been used on another camera.
  • Page 11: Checking The Contents Of The Package

    Checking the Contents of the Package Check that your camera came complete with the items listed below. P Camera (RICOH WG-4 GPS / P Carabiner strap RICOH WG-4) * The type of the carabiner strap supplied with the camera varies depending on the model or body color of the camera.
  • Page 12 Names of Parts and Display Indicators Front Power button/Power lamp (green) Shutter release button Self-timer lamp/ Focus assist light Flash Lens Sub-display (RICOH WG-4 GPS only) Microphones Remote control Strap lug receiver LED Macro lights Release latch Back Remote control...
  • Page 13: Display Indicators

    Display Indicators Following indicators are displayed in Still Picture Capture Mode. Normal Display in Still Picture Capture Mode Eye-Fi communication status Focus Mode Digital zoom/ Drive mode Intelligent Zoom Flash mode Shooting mode Electronic Level Battery level Face Detection Date imprint setting DATE Compensation...
  • Page 14: Preparing The Camera For Use

    Preparing the Camera for Use Prepare your camera for use before you start using it. Attaching the Carabiner Strap Attach the carabiner strap supplied with the camera as shown in the illustration. Installing the Battery and SD Memory Card Install the battery and SD Memory Card as shown in the illustration. Battery cover lock Battery lock Release latch...
  • Page 15: Turning The Camera On

    Turning the Camera On Pressing the Power Button The camera turns on and is ready to take still pictures. Press the power button again to turn the camera off. Making the Initial Settings The [Language/ ] screen appears when the camera is turned on for the first time.
  • Page 16 Press the four-way controller (3) Initial Setting to move the frame to English [W Hometown]. Hometown New York Settings complete Cancel MENU Press the four-way controller (5). Hometown The [W Hometown] screen appears. City New York Cancel MENU Use the four-way controller (45) to choose a city. Press the four-way controller (3) to move the frame to [DST] (Daylight Saving Time).
  • Page 17: Formatting An Sd Memory Card

    Press the four-way controller (5) to select [24h], then use the four-way controller (23) to select [24h] (24-hour display) or [12h] (12-hour display). Press the four-way controller (5), then press the four-way controller (3) to move the frame to [Date]. Press the four-way controller (5) to select [01] (month), [01] (day) or [2014] (year), then use the four-way controller (23) to set the current date.
  • Page 18: Taking Pictures

    Taking Pictures Aim the camera at the subject, then press the shutter release button. The flash discharges automatically depending on the brightness. Frame the subject using the focus frame on the display. Press the W / T button to change the captured area. Widens the area Enlarges that is captured...
  • Page 19: Selecting The Flash Mode

    Selecting the Flash Mode Each time you press the four-way controller (4), the flash mode switches between the following modes. Auto Flash Off Flash On Auto + Red-eye Flash On + Red-eye Memo The available modes differ depending on the selected shooting mode, focus mode and drive mode.
  • Page 20: Selecting The Focus Mode

    Memo • The available modes differ depending on the selected shooting mode. • You can select Z (2-sec. Self-timer) by pressing the four-way controller (3) and then (5) after selecting g. • You can select h (0-sec Remote Control) by pressing the four-way controller (3) and then (5) after selecting i.
  • Page 21: Selecting A Shooting Mode

    Selecting a Shooting Mode You can choose the optimal shooting mode for your particular situation from the Capture Mode Palette. Press the four-way controller (3). 1 / 2 Landscape For capturing landscape views. Enhances colors of sky and foliage Cancel MENU Use the four-way controller (2345) to choose a shooting mode, then press...
  • Page 22 The monitor display in 4:3 aspect ratio When [Recorded Pixels] is set to /6/f/h/l/m in [A Rec. Mode], the aspect ratio of the image is 4:3 and the monitor display for image capture and playback is as shown below. 3 3 8 3 8...
  • Page 23: Playing Back Images

    Playing Back Images You can play back the captured images on the display. Playing Back Images Press the Q button after shooting. The image appears on the display. 10 100 - 003 100 - 0038 0038 04/04/2014 04/04/2014 14:25 04/04/2014 14:25 14:25 Edit...
  • Page 24 Use the four-way controller (2) to select [Delete]. 100 - 0017 100 - 0017 0017 Delete Cancel Press the 4 button. Memo • You can delete multiple images selected from the 6- or 12-image display. • You can delete all images at once. •...
  • Page 25: Selecting A Playback Mode

    Selecting a Playback Mode You can choose the playback mode you want to use from the Playback Mode Palette. Press the four-way controller (3) while an image is displayed in playback mode. 1 / 2 Slideshow F o r c o n t i n u o u s l y p l a y i n g b a c k i m a g e s .
  • Page 26 For details about how to use the RICOH WG-4/WG-4 GPS or instructions on connecting the camera to a computer, refer to the operating manual. By visiting www.ricoh-imaging.eu you will be able to download the operating manual, to register your product, to apply for newsletters or to find the latest...
  • Page 27 Information for Users on Collection and Disposal of Old Equipment and Used Batteries 1. In the European Union These symbols on the products, packaging and/or accompanying documents mean that used electrical and electronic equipment and batteries should not be mixed with general household waste. Used electrical/electronic equipment and batteries must be treated separately and in accordance with legislation that requires proper treatment, recovery and recycling of these products.
  • Page 28 23D, Jun Yao International Plaza, 789 Zhaojiabang CO., LTD. Road, Xu Hui District, Shanghai, 200032, CHINA (http://www.ricoh-imaging.com.cn) http://www.ricoh-imaging.co.jp/english • Specifications and external dimensions are subject to change without notice. OPWG40171/EN Copyright © RICOH IMAGING COMPANY, LTD. 2014 FOM 01.02.2014 Printed in Europe...

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