Page 1: How To Read The Operation Manuals
Transfer images to PC (Supplied by Software Operation Manual for Caplio RR1 CD-ROM) Windows/Macintosh Caplio Utility This manual explains how to install the necessary software, how to connect the camera to the PC, and how to transfer files between the camera and the PC.
Page 2: Checking The Package Contents
Checking the Package Contents Check that your digital camera comes complete with the following items. Read the warranty card and keep it in a safe place. Caplio RR1 Lens cap Soft case Battery (rechargeable lithium Battery charger ion battery) AV interface cable...
Page 3 Wrist strap Software CD-ROM Software Operation Manual for Caplio RR1 (CD-ROM) Operation manual (this manual) Warranty card...
Page 4: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS How to Read the Operation Manuals ............. 1 Checking the Package Contents ............2 CONTENTS .................... 4 Parts & Names ..................8 Basic Operation/Quick Reference ............10 Preparations ................... 10 Shooting ....................11 Playback ....................12 Erasing ....................13 Safety Precautions ................
Page 5 Zoom Playback ..................99 Auto Playback ..................100 Cropping ....................101 Copying Image Files ................103 Playing a File Shot with a Non-Ricoh Camera ........104 Rotating a Displayed File ..............105 Protecting a File ..................106 Setting Printing Services (DPOF) ............107...
Page 6 Chapter 5 SETTINGS/MISCELLANEOUS Changing Camera Settings ..............120 Formatting a Card/Internal Memory ............120 Keep Settings ..................121 Changing LCD Confirmation Time ............122 Auto Power Off Setting ................123 Beep Sound Setting ................124 Power Save Mode Setting ..............124 Changing the File Numbering System ..........
Page 7 Tips to Extend Recording and Playback Times .......... 23 Tips Auto Power Off ................... 30 How to check the date and time ..............39 LCD Monitor Display (Shooting Mode) ............46 Focus Lock Shooting .................. 54 Remote Control ..................68 Shutter Release Button ................
Page 8: Parts & Names
Parts & Names I Camera Body Shutter Release Button (Start/Stop Button) Front Button ...P.47 LCD Panel ...P.32 Button ...P.60 Button ...P.46 Button ...P.67 LCD Monitor ...P.32 Self timer lamp Sub Shutter release Lens button AF viewfinder window Microphone Flash Back Power Supply Terminal (DC Input) ...P.25 Terminal cover...
Page 9: Remote Control Unit
Operation Panel Operation Remote Control Reception ...P.129 LCD Monitor ...P.32 Zoom Lever ...P.50 Mode Dial ...P.31 Viewfinder • Flash LED • AF LED Battery Cover ...P.22 Dioptor Knob ...P.42 POWER Switch ...P.30 Card Door ...P.28 I Battery/Battery Charger I AC Adapter (optional) •...
Page 10: Basic Operation/Quick Reference
Basic Operation/Quick Reference This section provides introductory information for operating the digital camera. Further details can be found in the reference pages mentioned below. Preparations Powering the Camera (p.21-25) Load the battery into the camera. * When using an AC adapter, connect it to the camera and then to the AC outlet.
Page 11: Shooting
Setting the Date and Time (p.37-39) Turn the power switch on and set the mode dial to [SET]. POWER SAVE MODE Press the button to select [DATE SEQUENTIAL NO. SETTING]. DATE SETTING 2001/ 1/ 1 Press the DISPLAY button to select the VIDEO OUT MODE NTSC display method.
Page 12: Playback
Changing the Flash Mode (p.60-61) Set the mode dial to [ ] or [ Press the button to select a flash mode. You can choose Flash Off ( ), Auto ), Forced Flash ( ), or Slow Synchro mode ( blinks). The mark for the selected mode will be displayed on the LCD panel and on the LCD monitor.
Page 13: Erasing
Erasing Erasing Files (p.114-117) Press the POWER switch to turn the camera on and set the mode dial to Press the button to select the erase source. Press the button. ERASE Press the button to select the erase mode and press the ENTER button.
Page 14: 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 items that may imminently lead to death RDanger or serious injury if ignored or incorrectly handled.
Page 15 RDanger Do not dispose of the battery in fire, subject it to heat, or use or leave it where it is exposed to high temperature, such as near fire or inside a car. Keep away from water and do not allow it to get wet.
Page 16 RWarning G Avoid any contact with the liquid crystal inside the LCD monitor, should the monitor be damaged. Follow the emergency measures below in the following circumstances. • SKIN: If any of the liquid crystal gets on your skin, wipe it off and rinse the affected area thoroughly with water, then wash well with soap.
Page 17 RWarning G Keep the battery used in this equipment out of the reach of children to prevent accidental ingestion of harmful substances. Consumption of battery fluid is extremely harmful to human beings. If swallowed, seek immediate medical assistance. G Keep the equipment out of the reach of children. Their inability to read and understand warnings and safety precautions may lead to accidents.
Page 18 Observe the following precautions to ensure safe use of this unit. RCaution G Contact with fluid leaking from a battery can lead to burns. If part of your body comes in contact with a damaged battery, wash the area with water immediately. (Do not use soap.) If a battery starts to leak, remove it immediately from the equipment and wipe the battery chamber thoroughly before replacing it with a new...
Page 19 Chapter GETTING STARTED Before Using the Camera ........20 Attaching the Wrist Strap ..........20 Attaching the Lens Cap ..........20 Powering the Camera ........... 21 Charging the Battery ............ 21 Loading the Battery ............. 22 Connecting an AC Adapter .......... 25 SmartMedia Memory Cards .........
Page 20: Before Using The Camera
Before Using the Camera Attach the wrist strap and lens cap before using the camera. Attaching the Wrist Strap Pass the small loop of the wrist strap Important Note through the wrist strap eyelet and pass the • Do not swing the camera other end through the loop as illustrated.
Page 21: Powering The Camera
Powering the Camera This section explains how to load and charge the battery, and how to connect the AC adapter to power the camera from a household electrical outlet. Charging the Battery When using the camera for the first time or when the battery symbol ( ) lights, charge the battery to its full capacity following the procedure described below.
Page 22: Loading The Battery
I Precautions • Do not use any batteries other than the Ricoh DB-20L. • Use only a Ricoh BJ-1 battery charger to charge the battery. • Do not use the BJ-1 battery charger to charge batteries other than the DB-20L battery.
Page 23 Close the battery cover. Close the battery cover until it clicks into position. G Shooting and Playback Guidelines The table below shows the approximate recording and playback times, as measured under the following test conditions: [Test conditions] During shooting: Shoot continuously in shooting mode with the power turned on (shoot at intervals of 30 seconds, without turning the...
Page 24: Handling Precautions
I Handling Precautions • Read the instruction manual supplied with the battery before using it. • Use only the specified lithium ion battery. Check the type of battery in “Accessories” (p.143). • Clean the contact area of the battery terminal and the battery with a dry cloth before loading.
Page 25: Connecting An Ac Adapter
Connecting an AC Adapter When using the camera for long periods of time to record or playback images or when connecting the camera to a personal computer, connect an AC adapter (optional) to the camera and power the camera from a household electrical source.
Page 26: Smartmedia Memory Cards
SmartMedia Memory Cards This section explains the types and usage of SmartMedia memory cards. What is a SmartMedia Memory Card? Note Files are recorded as data on the SmartMedia memory card in your camera. The following types of SmartMedia • There are numerous types of SmartMedia memory cards.
Page 27: Inserting A Smartmedia Memory Card
Ricoh Co., Ltd. assumes no liability for damages incurred by such loss of recorded data.
Page 28: Inserting Card
I Inserting Card Check that the camera is turned off, and then open the card door. • “Turning the Camera On and Off” (p.30). Insert the SmartMedia memory card into Note the card insert slot and close the card • Insert the SmartMedia memory card in the correct door.
Page 29 Pull the SmartMedia memory card straight out of the slot. Close the card door.
Page 30: Turning The Camera On And Off
Turning the Camera On and Off The camera is turned on and off by means of the power switch. Press the power switch. The camera will turn on. To turn the camera off, press the power switch again. Auto Power Off Tips The camera will turn off automatically (auto power off) to conserve the battery if it is left idle (no...
Page 31: How To Use The Mode Dial
How to Use the Mode Dial The camera offers a number of recording and playback modes. Select the desired mode with the mode dial. Mode Mode name Description dial Still Picture This mode is used for normal mode shooting. Sound mode This mode is used for recording sound.
Page 32: Explanation Of Information Displays
Explanation of Information Displays The LCD monitor or the LCD panel displays symbols and figures showing the status of your camera, such as the battery level, the number of pictures that can be taken, and the mode settings. Shooting Mode Display Note •...
Page 33: Playback Mode Display
LCD panel LCD monitor Auto bracket –– AF (no display) • MF • 2.5m • ∞ Focus –– Time exposure –– L1 • L2 • L4 • L8 Macro mode –– Self-timer mode Battery symbol Exposure –– EV –2.0 – EV+2.0 compensation * The battery symbol will be displayed when the battery level gets low.
Page 34: Menus
Menus This camera features various menus which can be used to enter or change the settings. Select and set the items using the buttons on the operation panel as shown below. I Menu Displays Note G SET Menu • For details of the settings that Set the mode dial to [ can be made on each menu, see “Functional Index”...
Page 35 G PLAYBACK MODE Menu Set the mode dial to playback mode ( ) and press the MENU button. To exit the playback MENU, press the Menu button again. PLAYBACK MODE MULTI IMAGE AUTO PLAYBACK 1SEC. CROPPING COPY SELECT FOLDER SELECT: CHANGE: BACK:MENU SEL.:ENTER...
Page 36: Operation Panel
I Selecting, Setting and Cancelling Items Operation Panel G Selecting the Item Note Press the button to select the item you • Items that are not fully want to set. If there is more than one screen, illuminated cannot be selected.
Page 37: Setting The Date And Time
Setting the Date and Time You can set the date and time on the camera. Use this function when using the camera for the first time or when you want to change the date and time. Note • Use the yyyy/mm/dd format to set the date. •...
Page 38 There are three ways of displaying the date: 2001/10/15 © Oct 15 2001 © 15 Oct 2001 Each time you press the DISPLAY button, the display method is switched in the sequence shown above. Press the DISPLAY button to select the desired date display method.
Page 39: How To Check The Date And Time
Note After setting the minutes, press the ENTER button. • The set date and time will be reset about 20 days after the The clock will start and the display will return to the battery has been removed, for example when changing SET menu.
Page 40: How To Hold The Camera
How to Hold the Camera Unintentional movement of the camera during shooting Important Note will result in blurred images. To avoid such so-called • Keeping your finger away “camera shake”, hold the camera as described below. from the shutter release button and then pressing the Be particularly careful to avoid camera shake with shutter release button in one...
Page 41: Lcd Monitor
I LCD Monitor Important Note To open the LCD monitor, press the knob and open the • Open the LCD monitor 90 monitor as shown in the diagram. degrees perpendicularly before rotating it in a horizontal direction. You can turn the LCD monitor as shown in the diagram, allowing you to shoot at any angle you wish.
Page 42: Adjusting The Camera
Adjusting the Camera Adjust the brightness of the LCD monitor and the dioptor. Diopter Adjustment Adjust the diopter so that the subject is clearly visible through the viewfinder. Adjust by rotating the diopter knob left or right until the subject appears clearly. Adjusting the Brightness of the LCD Monitor You can adjust the brightness of the LCD monitor when...
Page 43: Shooting
Chapter SHOOTING Basic Shooting ............44 Operation Flow ............44 Selecting a Shooting Mode .......... 45 Selecting a Recording Destination ....... 46 Selecting an Image Quality Mode ........ 47 Checking the Position of the Subject ......48 Setting the Size of the Subject (Zoom) ......50 Shooting (Still Picture Mode) ........
Page 44: Basic Shooting
Basic Shooting This section explains the general operation flow and basic shooting instructions. Operation Flow To record an image, follow the steps below. Turn on the Camera Press the power switch to turn the camera on. → (p.30) Select a Shooting Mode Select a shooting mode •...
Page 45: Selecting A Shooting Mode
Selecting a Shooting Mode The camera offers five shooting modes • • • • ). Select the mode best suited to your photographic needs. The explanation below is based on (Still Picture) mode. Set the mode dial to [ • “How to Use the Mode Dial” (p.31).
Page 46: Selecting A Recording Destination
LCD Monitor Display (Shooting Mode) Tips Each time the DISPLAY button is pressed, the information displayed on the LCD monitor when recording an image, such as the shooting mode, image quality mode and recordable picture count, changes. G In Still Picture Mode Simple display Detailed data display 1120 840N...
Page 47: Selecting An Image Quality Mode
The selected recording destination will be Note displayed. • If a SmartMedia memory card is mounted in the camera when it is turned on, the mark will be displayed. To set the internal memory as the recording destination, enable the keep settings mode. See “Keep Settings”...
Page 48: Checking The Position Of The Subject
The selected image quality mode will be displayed. The image quality mode setting will be saved even when the power is turned off. 2272 1704E Image quality mode Displayed when the DISPLAY button is pressed to display the detailed data. See “LCD Monitor Display (Shooting Mode)”...
Page 49: Viewing On The Lcd Monitor
G Autofocus Field Located in the center of the viewfinder and roughly corresponding to the area shown on the right, the autofocus field determines the focal distance. I Viewing on the LCD Monitor Aim the camera at the subject while looking at the LCD Note monitor.
Page 50: Setting The Size Of The Subject (Zoom)
Setting the Size of the Subject (Zoom) By moving the zoom lever, you can vary the size of the subject without changing the distance between yourself and the subject (zoom range is equivalent to 35 - 105mm in 35mm camera format). Move the zoom lever to Move to to increase the size of the subject...
Page 51: Shooting (Still Picture Mode)
TELE TELE TELE WIDE WIDE WIDE Magnification Note • The digital zoom function can be used when the Image quality mode . It cannot be used in the following situations: – when the shooting mode is set on (Sound), (Text), (Continuous Shooting) or (Motion Picture) mode –...
Page 52: Flash Led
Press the shutter release button lightly with your fingertip. The shutter release button works in a two-step action. When you press it lightly (halfway), the autofocus function is triggered to determine the focal distance. Keep the camera as steady as possible to prevent camera shake.
Page 53 Note Press the shutter release button down fully • Moving the camera before the without removing your finger. beep sounds may result in a A beep will sound and the picture you have taken blurred image. appears on the LCD monitor before it is recorded. •...
Page 54: Focus Lock Shooting
When shooting subjects like these, focus on another subject that is located at about the same distance and then aim at the target with that focus setting. See “Focus Lock Shooting” (p.54) “Setting the Focus” (p.70). Focus Lock Shooting Tips Usually, the auto focus function focuses the camera on the subject that appears in the autofocus field on the LCD monitor or in the...
Page 55: Special Shooting Functions
Special Shooting Functions This section explains the various shooting functions. Depending on which shooting mode you choose, the functions which can be used will vary. Refer to the following table. Shooting Mode Still Conti- Motion Text Sound Shooting Function Picture nuous Picture With Sound...
Page 56: Sound Recording
Note Press the shutter release button. • You can only select image quality modes. • To cancel recording, press the button while the shot image is displayed on the LCD monitor. See “Shooting (Still Picture Mode)” (p.51) • Sound can be incorporated in the recording.
Page 57: Motion Picture Recording
Set the mode dial to [ Note Press the shutter release button. • The flash does not fire in Continuous Shooting mode. • You cannot select non- compressed mode (NC) in continuous shooting mode. • In Continuous Shooting mode, the focus, exposure and white balance are locked in the status in effect when you press the shutter release button.
Page 58: Still Picture/Text Shooting With Sound
Set the mode dial to [ The recordable time is displayed on the LCD panel and on the LCD monitor. Press the shutter release button. Note • Zoom does not work in Motion Picture mode. • The flash does not fire in Motion Picture mode.
Page 59 Press the button to select [IMAGE WITH SOUND]. Note Press the button to select [ON] and press the ENTER button. • To cancel still picture/text shooting with sound, select SHOOTING MODE [OFF]. IMAGE WITH SOUND FOCUS FLASH STRENGTH NORMAL REDEYE REDUCTION ISO SENSITIVITY AUTO SELECT:...
Page 60: Changing Flash Modes
Changing Flash Modes The camera offers four flash modes. Select the flash mode best suited to your photographic needs. Display Mode name Description Flash Off The flash is disabled even in dark conditions. Use this mode for shooting where use of the flash is prohibited or where adequate room illumination is available.
Page 61: The Menu Button
Important Press the shutter release button. Note • When you shoot a subject located closer than about 0.6m (23.7 inches) with the flash activated, light from the flash may appear red in the resultant picture. The subject may also appear white due to overexposure.
Page 62: Setting The Exposure Compensation
Press the button to select the desired strength (NORMAL, STRG or SOFT) and press the ENTER button. SHOOTING MODE IMAGE WITH SOUND FOCUS FLASH STRENGTH STRG REDEYE REDUCTION ISO SENSITIVITY AUTO SELECT: CHANGE: BACK:MENU SEL.:ENTER Press the MENU button. If you select [STRG], + is displayed on the LCD monitor, and if you select [SOFT], –...
Page 63 G Exposure Compensation Range ± 2.0 EV (in 0.25 EV steps) G Shooting Against the Light Important Note The bright background will make the subject appear • If the subject is not centered in underexposed. Set the exposure compensation level to the shooting range when taking a positive (+) value to adjust the exposure.
Page 64: Changing The White Balance
Note Press the shutter release button. • Enable the keep settings mode to save the exposure compensation level setting. See “Keep Settings” (p.121). • You can take 3 frames in succession at exposure compensation levels of –0.5 EV, 0, and +0.5 EV based on the preset compensation level.
Page 65 I Selecting Auto (AUTO), Daylight ( ), Overcast ( ), Tungsten Light ( ) or Fluorescent Light ( ) Set the mode dial to one of the following: Important Note • • ] and press the WB button. • The color tones of a subject will vary depending on weather conditions or light source (tungsten light or...
Page 66 I Selecting Manual White Balance (M) Set the mode dial to one of the following: • • ] and press the WB button. Note • You cannot use the flash to take a picture in manual white balance mode. Press the button to select Manual White Balance (M), aim the camera so that a white subject fills the screen and press...
Page 67: Using The Self-Timer
Press the shutter release button to take the picture. Using the Self-Timer The self-timer offers a convenient way to take group pictures with the photographer included. Mount the camera on a tripod or set it on a flat surface to shoot pictures with the self-timer.
Page 68: Close-Up Shooting (Macro Mode)
Note Decide the composition of the picture, position the camera securely, and press • If the flash is charging, the self-timer will start when the shutter release button. charging is completed. • The focus is locked at the point when the shutter release button is pressed.
Page 69: Shutter Release Button
mark will be displayed on the LCD monitor. Bring the camera close to the subject and decide the composition of the picture. Press the shutter release button lightly to set the focus. Press the shutter release button. Note Important • The flash will not fire in Note macro mode.
Page 70: Setting The Focus
Setting the Focus Note The camera has four focus settings. • Enable the keep settings mode to save the focus mode Display Mode name Description setting. See "Keep Settings" (p.121). Auto The camera sets the focus automatically. Manual You can set the focus manually. 2.5 m 2.5m You can focus on a subject at a distance of...
Page 71 I Setting Manual Focus (MF) Set the mode dial to one of the following: • • • ] and press the MENU button. Press the to button select [FOCUS]. Press the button to select [MF] and press the ENTER button. SHOOTING MODE IMAGE WITH SOUND FOCUS...
Page 72: Red-Eye Reduction Mode
Red-Eye Reduction Mode If you shoot a subject in a dark place with the flash activated, the eyes of the subject may appear red in the resultant picture. In red-eye reduction mode, the flash will fire several times before the shutter releases to lessen the red-eye phenomenon.
Page 73: Changing The Iso Setting
Important Note • The shutter takes about 1 second to release after you press the shutter release button. Hold the camera steady meanwhile to shoot the picture. Changing the ISO Setting You can change the ISO sensitivity. Note • Enable the keep settings mode Set the mode dial to one of the following: to save the ISO setting.
Page 74: Date Imprinting
Date Imprinting Use this mode to record images imprinted with the date. Note • This function is only available Set the mode dial to one of the following: if the date has been set in the settings menu, so set the date •...
Page 75: Split-Screen Mode
Split-Screen Mode The screen is divided into two either vertically or horizontally, and the image is recorded in two shootings. • NEW : The image is recorded in two steps by dividing the screen in two. You can record only one half if desired. •...
Page 76 Press the button to select the desired item and press the ENTER button. SPLIT–SCREEN SELECT: BACK:MENU SEL.:ENTER Operation differs depending on the item selected. See “NEW” (p.76) See “ADD” (p.77) I NEW Select [NEW] from the Split Shooting menu and press the ENTER button. Press the button to select the desired format and press the ENTER...
Page 77 Press the shutter release button. Note • If you press the CANCEL button after taking the first half of the image, the shot will be recorded and you can take the other half in add mode. See “ADD” (p.77) Take the second shooting in succession. I ADD Select [ADD] from the split shooting menu and press the ENTER button.
Page 78 Press the button to select the format and press the ENTER button. SPLIT–SCREEN SELECT: BACK:MENU SEL.:ENTER The selected image will be displayed in half of the divided screen. Press the button to select the shooting position. Press the shutter release button.
Page 79: Sharpness Mode
Sharpness Mode This mode enables you to adjust the sharpness of the contours of the subject in three stages (–1, 0 and +1). Note Set the mode dial to [ ] or [ ] and • Enable the keep settings press the MENU button.
Page 80: Monochrome Mode
Monochrome Mode Use this mode to shoot subjects in monochrome or sepia. Set the mode dial to one of the following: • • ] and press the MENU button. Press the button to select [MONOCHROME MODE]. Press the button to select [B&W] or Note [SEPIA] and press the ENTER button.
Page 81: Negative Mode
Negative Mode By using a light box (available at a camera shop), you Important Note can photograph negatives from a developed 35mm film • The surroundings may be and convert the negative images into positive images. reflected in the light from the light box and included in the shot.
Page 82: Interval Shooting
Interval Shooting Important Note The camera can be set to take pictures automatically at • If the camera is powered by preset intervals. The intervals can be set in steps of 30 the battery, the battery may run out during interval seconds in the range of 30 seconds to 3 hours.
Page 83: Auto Bracket Shooting
Note Press the ENTER button again after setting the digit for the seconds. • The interval shooting mode is canceled when you press the The interval timer is now enabled. CANCEL button, when you set the mode dial to another mode, or when you turn the Press the shutter release button.
Page 84: Switching To Non-Compressed Mode
Press the button to select [AUTO BRACKET]. Press the button to select [ON] and Note press the ENTER button. • To cancel the auto bracket mode, select [OFF]. SHOOTING MODE INTERVAL MODE AUTO BRACKET NO COMPRESSION PHOTOMETRY MULTI S MODE SELECT: CHANGE: BACK:MENU...
Page 85 Note Set the mode dial to [ ] and press the MENU button. • Enable the keep settings mode to save the non- compressed mode setting. Press the button to select [NO See “Keep Settings” (p.121) COMPRESSION]. Press the button to select [ON] and Note press the ENTER button.
Page 86: Changing The Exposure Metering System (Photometry)
Changing the Exposure Metering System (Photometry) You can change the exposure metering system to Note record images. • Enable the keep settings Mode name Description mode to save the exposure metering system setting. See MULTI Multi-metering is performed by splitting the “Keep Settings”...
Page 87: Increasing The Shutter Speed (S Mode)
Increasing the Shutter Speed (S Mode) S mode reduces the risk of camera shake when taking Important Note pictures in dark surroundings without using the slow • Images taken in S mode may shutter function. appear dark. Note Set the mode dial to one of the following: •...
Page 88: Setting The Time Exposure Mode
Setting the Time Exposure Mode The time exposure mode is used when photographing Important Note bright subjects such as fireworks and cars in a dark • Mount the camera on a tripod, place. etc., when using the Time Exposure mode. Set the mode dial to [ ] and press the MENU button.
Page 89: Playback
Zoom Playback ............99 Auto Playback ............100 Cropping ..............101 Copying Image Files ..........103 Playing a File Shot with a Non-Ricoh Camera ... 104 Rotating a Displayed File ........... 105 Protecting a File ............106 Setting Printing Services (DPOF) ......107...
Page 90: Before Starting To Playback Recorded Images
The following kinds of files can be played on this camera: • Files recorded on this camera • Still picture files recorded on the Ricoh RDC-300/ RDC-4000 or RDC-5000 series digital camera and sound files recorded on the Ricoh RDC-4000 series digital camera.
Page 91 Using the Camera for an Extended Period of Time Supplying power to the camera from a household AC outlet using an optional AC adapter is recommended for shooting over an extended period of time. See “Connecting an AC Adapter” (p.25) * Make sure that the camera is turned off before connecting the AC adapter.
Page 92: Playing Back A File
Playing a File This section provides instructions for playing back recorded files. Playing a Still Picture/Text/ Continuous File Follow the procedure below to play files recorded in (Still Picture), (Text) or (Continuous Shooting) mode, and still picture or text files with sound. Set the mode dial to [ ] and press the button to select the playback...
Page 93: Playback Display
To play back a sound file, press the shutter release button. Playback of a sound file ends automatically. To pause playback, press the shutter release button again or the button. G Playback Display Pictures taken in the following image sizes will appear on the LCD monitor or TV monitor as shown below.
Page 94 Adding a Sound to a File being Tips Played Back You can add a sound to a file recorded in (Still Picture), (Text) or (Continuous Shooting) mode. 1. Display the file to which you wish to add a sound. 2. Press the ENTER button. The recordable time will be displayed on the LCD panel and on the LCD monitor.
Page 95: Playing Back A Sound File
Playing Back a Sound File Follow the procedure below to play files recorded in Important Note (Sound) mode. • The speaker is located on the front of the camera. Place the Set the mode dial to [ ] and press the camera in the best position for playback.
Page 96: Playing Back A Motion Picture File
Playing Back a Motion Picture File Follow the procedure below to play a file recorded in (Motion Picture) mode. Set the mode dial to [ ] and press the button to select the playback source. Press the button to select a motion picture file and press the shutter release button.
Page 97: Lcd Monitor Display (Playback Mode)
G Single frame forward/reverse, slow playback/ reverse slow playback While playback is being suspended, move the zoom lever to to advance single image; move the zoom lever to to return one frame. Also, keeping the zoom lever to starts slow playback and keeping the zoom lever to starts reverse slow playback.
Page 98: Special Playback Functions
Special Playback Functions This section explains the various playback functions. Multi Image Playback Multi-image playback lets you view six images at once on the LCD monitor for quick searching. Set the mode dial to [ ] and press the MENU button. Press the button to select [MULTI IMAGE] and press the ENTER button.
Page 99: Zoom Playback
Press the ENTER button. The LCD monitor will return to the normal screen and the selected file will be displayed in the single- image mode. Note • Unplayable files are displayed in black. The following files can be displayed on the blue screen. Sound mark on blue screen Text...
Page 100: Auto Playback
Press the button and the button to change the displayed area. FRAME:ENTER Press the ENTER button to remove the window. G Changing the Magnification The magnification changes each time you move the zoom lever to when the image size is To reduce the magnification, move the zoom lever to After confirming the file, move the zoom...
Page 101: Cropping
When you press the ENTER button, playback starts automatically for the specified time. Playback continues until canceled. G How To Cancel Auto Playback Press any button, such as the shutter release button or zoom lever, during auto playback. Cropping This function enables you to cut out part of the displayed image and save it as a separate file.
Page 102 The cropping frame will be displayed on the playback screen in blue. Press the button to move the cropping frame to the desired position and press the ENTER button. BACK:CANCEL SEL.:ENTER Press the shutter release button. START CROPPING? START CROPPING? START:RELEASE START:RELEASE CANCEL:CANCEL...
Page 103: Copying Image Files
Copying Image Files Files can be copied from the internal memory onto a Important Note SmartMedia memory card or vice versa. • When a protected file is copied, the copied file is unprotected. Set the mode dial to [ ] and press the •...
Page 104: Playing A File Shot With A Non-Ricoh Camera
Playing a File Shot with a Non-Ricoh Camera With certain exceptions, files recorded with a non-Ricoh camera can be played if the non-Ricoh camera conforms to the DCF* image file format. * DCF is short for “Design rule for Camera File system”...
Page 105: Rotating A Displayed File
PLAYBACK MODE MULTI IMAGE AUTO PLAYBACK 1SEC. CROPPING COPY SELECT FOLDER SELECT: CHANGE: BACK:MENU SEL.:ENTER Press the button to select a folder and press the ENTER button. SELECT FOLDER SELECT FOLDER 100RICOH 101XXXXX 102XXXXX BACK:CANCEL SEL.:ENTER The image files in the folder will be displayed. Press the button to select a file to play.
Page 106: Protecting A File
Press the button to select the Note angle (R90°, L90°, 180°) and press the • Only still picture files, text files, and still picture/text files ENTER button. with sound that have been recorded with this camera When you press the ENTER button, the file will be can be rotated.
Page 107: Setting Printing Services (Dpof)
Setting Printing Services (DPOF) When submitting recorded files to a digital printing Note service, set the number of image prints and index prints • Only files in the RICOH folder can be set for digital printing that you require (DPOF*). services.
Page 108 Press the button to select the item you wish to set and press the ENTER button. DPOF STND PRINTS INDEX PRINTS CANCEL PRINT ORDER TOTAL:0 INDEX:0 BACK:CANCEL SEL.:ENTER The procedure differs depending on the item you wish to set. See: •...
Page 109 The selected file will be displayed as a single-image display. Press the button to specify the Note number of prints and press the ENTER • To cancel the setting, set the button. number to zero. STND PRINTS BACK:CANCEL SEL.:ENTER The number of prints will be set and the screen will return to the multi-image display.
Page 110 Prints The index print feature allows all the files stored in the RICOH folder to be printed on a reduced scale. You can use the index print feature to list all the files recorded in the folder for visual confirmation or to specify the number of prints.
Page 111 I How to Cancel the DPOF Settings This function enables you to cancel the DPOF settings, such as the number of prints and number of indexes. Select [CANCEL PRINT ORDER] from the DPOF setting menu and press the ENTER button. Press the shutter release button.
Page 113: Chapter4
Chapter ERASING Erasing Files ............114 Erase Single Image ........... 114 Erase All Images ............115 Erase Selected Images ..........116...
Page 114: Erasing Files
Erasing Files This section explains how to erase recorded files. There are three ways to erase files: 1) ERASE SINGLE IMAGE for erasing one selected file Important Note at a time. • Files cannot be restored 2) ERASE ALL IMAGES for erasing all files at once. once they are erased.
Page 115: Erase All Images
Press the button to select the file Note to be erased and press the shutter release • When a file is erased, the subsequent file numbers are button. reassigned. ERASE 18/28 BACK:CANCEL BACK:CANCEL BACK:CANCEL START:RELEASE START:RELEASE START:RELEASE The selected file will be erased. To erase more files, repeat step 4 .
Page 116: Erase Selected Images
Press the shutter release button. ERASE ERASE ALL? START:RELEASE CANCEL:CANCEL All the files will be erased and the display will return to the erase menu. Erase Selected Images Multiple selected files are erased. Set the mode dial to [ ] and press the button to select the erase source.
Page 117 ERASE SELECT: SEL.:ENTER BACK:CANCEL START:RELEASE The selected file will be identified by the mark. To select more files, repeat step 4 . Press the shutter release button. The selected files will be erased and the display will return to the erase menu.
Page 119 Chapter SETTINGS/MISCELLANEOUS Changing Camera Settings ......... 120 Formatting a Card/Internal Memory ......120 Keep Settings ............121 Changing LCD Confirmation Time ......122 Auto Power Off Setting ..........123 Beep Sound Setting ........... 124 Power Save Mode Setting .......... 124 Changing the File Numbering System .......
Page 120: Changing Camera Settings
Changing Camera Settings This section explains how to format (initialize) a SmartMedia memory card or the internal memory, and how to change the various settings such as auto power off, beep sound and keep settings. Formatting a Card/Internal Memory Note Follow the procedure below to format a SmartMedia •...
Page 121: Keep Settings
Press the button to select SmartMedia memory card or internal memory and press the ENTER button. FORMAT FORMAT MEMORY CARD FORMAT INTERNAL MEMORY BACK:CANCEL SEL.:ENTER FORMAT FORMAT MEMORY CARD START:RELEASE CANCEL:CANCEL The “FORMATTING” message will be displayed. When formatting is completed, the display will return to the SET menu.
Page 122: Changing Lcd Confirmation Time
Set the mode dial to [ Press the button to select [KEEP SETTINGS] and press the ENTER button. FORMAT KEEP SETTINGS LCD CONFIRMATION 1SEC. AUTO POWER OFF 1MIN BEEP SOUND SELECT: CHANGE: SEL.:ENTER Press the button to select the item to be saved.
Page 123: Auto Power Off Setting
Press the button to select [LCD CONFIRMATION]. Press the button to select the image confirmation time (0 SEC., 1 SEC., 2 SEC., 3 SEC., 4 SEC., 5 SEC.) and press the ENTER button. FORMAT KEEP SETTINGS LCD CONFIRMATION 1SEC. AUTO POWER OFF 1MIN BEEP SOUND SELECT:...
Page 124: Beep Sound Setting
Beep Sound Setting The camera beeps to alert you when it records a Note picture. You can enable or disable the beep by • An error beep is not suppressed even when changing the setting. [BEEP SOUND] is set to [OFF].
Page 125: Changing The File Numbering System
Changing the File Numbering System By enabling or disabling sequential numbering, you can determine the method for assigning consecutive numbers to files. In both cases, there is never any duplication of file names on the same memory card. Note G When sequential numbering is ON •...
Page 126: Changing Video-Out Signal Method (Ntsc/Pal)
Press the button to select [ON] or [OFF] and press the ENTER button. POWER SAVE MODE SEQUENTIAL NO. DATE SETTING 2001/10/15 VIDEO OUT MODE NTSC LANGUAGE ENGLISH SELECT: CHANGE: SEL.:ENTER If you select [OFF], files will be assigned numbers starting from RIMG0001. Changing Video-Out Signal Method (NTSC/PAL) Switches the video system for connecting the camera to...
Page 127: Changing Display Language
Changing Display Language The information on the LCD monitor can be displayed in Note English, French, German and Japanese. • Enable the keep settings mode to save the display language setting. See "Keep Set the mode dial to [ Settings" (p.121). Press the button to select [LANGUAGE].
Page 128 Note Press the shutter release button. • Recorded files are preserved INITIALIZE SETTING intact even when the settings are initialized. INITIALIZE ALL SETTINGS? START:RELEASE CANCEL:CANCEL The settings will be reset to their factory default settings and the display will return to the SET menu.
Page 129: Using The Remote Control
Using the Remote Control This section explains how to operate the camera using Important Note the optional DR-3 remote control unit. • The remote control receiver is located at the upper left of Shooting the LCD monitor. Operate the remote control unit by The remote control unit can be used to operate the pointing it at the LCD monitor.
Page 130: Setting Exposure Compensation
G In (Sound)/ (Motion Picture) mode Recording of the sound and image will start when the RELEASE button is pressed. Recording will stop when the RELEASE button is pressed again and the shots will be recorded. I Setting Exposure Compensation Press the EV (+/–) button.
Page 131: Playing
Playing Use the remote control unit to play back recorded files. Set the mode dial on the camera to [ and press the button to select the playback source. The most recently recorded file will be played. Press the FWD ( ) or REV ( ) button to select a file.
Page 132: Erasing
Press the button and the FWD ( ) or REV ( ) button to shift the playback position. Depending on the image size, you can change the magnification by pressing the ENTER button. See “Zoom Playback” (p.99). G How to Cancel Zoom Playback Mode Press the PROGRAM button.
Page 133: Release Button
Use the FWD ( ) or REV ( ) button to select [ERASE SINGLE IMAGE] and press the ENTER button. ERASE ERASE SINGLE IMAGE ERASE ALL IMAGES ERASE SELECTED IMAGES SELECT: BACK:CANCEL SEL.:ENTER Use the FWD ( ) or REV ( ) button to select the file to be erased and press the RELEASE button.
Page 134 I Erasing Selected Images Select [ERASE SELECTED IMAGES] on the erase mode screen (step 3 ). Use the button and the FWD ( ) Note or REV ( ) button to select the file to be • To cancel selection, press the ENTER button again.
Page 135: Appendix
APPENDIX Troubleshooting ..........136 Error Messages ..........140 Recording Capacities ......... 142 Accessories ............143 Using Your Digital Camera in Other Countries ..144 Handling Precautions ......... 145 Care and Storage ..........146 Specifications ............. 147 About the Warranty and Servicing ...... 149 Index ..............
Page 136: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Refer to the items listed below before submitting the equipment for repairs. If the problem persists, contact your nearest Ricoh service center. I Power Source Symptom Cause Remedy Page Power will not Insert the battery correctly or charge the P.21...
Page 137 Symptom Cause Remedy Page No image on Power is off, or LCD monitor is Turn power on, or adjust brightness of the P.42 the LCD dark LCD monitor with LCD LIGHT button P.30 monitor Dirty lens or AF viewfinder Clean lens or viewfinder with soft dry cloth –...
Page 138 I Playback and Erasing Symptom Cause Remedy Page Cannot play or Camera not set to (Play) Set mode dial to (Play) P.92 image will not mode appear Wrong playback source Press button to change playback P.92 source SmartMedia memory card not Insert SmartMedia memory card with P.27 inserted or does not contain any...
Page 139 I Miscellaneous Symptom Cause Remedy Page SmartMedia Wrong type of SmartMedia Use a SmartMedia memory card specified P.27 memory card memory card for the camera will not fit into SmartMedia memory card Insert the SmartMedia memory card the P.27 slot incorrectly oriented correct way Camera will not...
Page 140: Error Messages
Error Messages If any of the error messages or error codes listed below appear on the camera’s LCD monitor or on the LCD panel, read the corresponding explanation and take the corrective action suggested. I LCD Monitor Error Message Explanation and Remedy Indicates low battery.
Page 141: Lcd Panel
• If the error display does not clear, reset the camera to its factory default settings. How to reset: With the terminal cover open, press the reset button (p.8). If the error display still won’t clear, call your dealer or a Ricoh service center.
Page 142: Recording Capacities
Recording Capacities The table below gives approximate recording picture counts available by SmartMedia memory card capacity and by picture quality/size. 16MB 32MB 64MB 128MB 2272 × 1704 1120 × 840 Still Picture Mode (No. of images) 1331 640 × 480 1331 2662 2272 ×...
Page 143: Accessories
Accessories Item Model Remarks For drawing power directly from a household AC Adapter AC-3 electrical outlet. The camera body battery. Rechargeable Battery DB-20L High speed battery charger for rechargeable Battery Charger BJ-1 batteries. A postage stamp-sized recording media with a SmartMedia Memory Card thickness of 0.76 mm.
Page 144: Using Your Digital Camera In Other Countries
Using Your Digital Camera in Other Countries Ricoh AC-3 AC Adapter (optional) • The AC-3 AC adapter adjusts automatically to voltages ranging from 100V to 240V and frequencies of 50Hz to 60Hz. • Some countries use electrical outlets which have different shapes. Before leaving on a trip, obtain the necessary plug adapter from a travel agent or electric store.
Page 145: Handling Precautions
Handling Precautions G This camera is not waterproof. Keep away from water, rain, beverages, etc. Consult your nearest Ricoh service office if any liquid gets into the camera. G Be careful not to drop the camera or subject it to impact.
Page 146: Care And Storage
G Be particularly diligent in cleaning the lens after use at the beach or in the vicinity of chemicals. G If your camera should malfunction, take it to your nearest Ricoh service office. This product generates high voltage and disassembly is hazardous. Under no circumstances should you attempt to disassemble it yourself.
Page 147: Specifications
Specifications I General G Video Signal Protocol : NTSC/PAL G Power Source Voltage : Battery: 3.7V AC: 5V : 135.4 × 74.0 × 26.6 mm (5.3 × 2.9 × 1 in.) G Dimensions G Mass : Approx. 270 g (9.5 oz) (excluding battery) G Operating Temperature : 0°C to 40°C (32°F –...
Page 148: Internal Memory
I Image Data Recording and Playback G Resolution : 2272 × 1704, 1120 × 840, 640 × 480 pixels • Still picture mode : 2272 × 1704, 1120 × 840 • Text mode : 288 × 216 pixels • Motion Picture mode G File Format •...
Page 149: About The Warranty And Servicing
About the Warranty and Servicing 1. The Ricoh Caplio RR1 camera is backed by a one-year limited warranty. During the warranty period, which starts from the date of purchase, any defective parts will be repaired free of charge. In the event of a camera malfunction, contact the dealer from which you purchased the camera or contact your nearest Ricoh service office.
Page 150 - will be available for a period of seven years after the camera is discontinued. However, as some of those parts are kept for a longer period, do not hesitate to contact your distributor or nearest Ricoh service representative even after the seven year period.
Page 152: Index
Index Alphabetical Index AC adapter ........9, 25 Flash LED ........ 9, 52, 61 Adding a sound ........94 Flash mode ......... 60 Adjusting the camera ......42 Focus ..........70 AF LED ..........9, 52 Focus lock shooting ......54 Auto bracket ........
Page 153 Playback mode ........31 Still picture mode ......31, 51 Playing a file shot with Still picture/text shooting a non-Ricoh camera ......104 with sound ........... 58 Power save mode ......124 Strength of the flash ......61 Printing Services ....... 107 Sub shutter release button ....
Page 154: Functional Index
Functional Index I Shooting Mode [ • • • • N MENU Button SHOOTING MODE Records with sound in (Still Picture) and (Text) modes p.58 IMAGE WITH SOUND FOCUS Selects the focus mode p.70 FLASH STRENGTH NORMAL Selects the level of strength of the flash p.61 REDEYE REDUCTION Lessens the red-eye phenomenon when using the flash...
Page 155: I Playback Mode
I Playback Mode [ N MENU Button PLAYBACK MODE MULTI IMAGE Displays 6 files at once p.98 AUTO PLAYBACK 1SEC. Automatically plays all files p.100 CROPPING Cuts out part of the displayed image and saves it as a separate file p.101 COPY Copies recorded files from the internal memory SELECT FOLDER...
Page 156: Set Mode
I SET Mode [ FORMAT Formats the internal memory or SmartMedia memory card p.120 KEEP SETTINGS Saves the camera settings p.121 LCD CONFIRMATION 1SEC. Sets the confirmation time for images after shooting p.122 AUTO POWER OFF 1MIN Enables or disables the automatic power off feature p.123 BEEP SOUND Switches the beep sound on and off p.124...
Page 158 Declaration of Conformity “The Product complies with the requirements of the EMC Directive 89/336/EEC.”...
Page 159: Information To The User
An AC adapter with a ferrite core must be used for RF interference suppression. COMPLIANCE INFORMATION STATEMENT Product Name: DIGITAL CAMERA Model Number: Caplio RR1 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:...
Page 160: Telephone Support Numbers In Europe
Telephone Support Numbers in Europe (from within the UK) 01844 219 342 (from outside of the UK) +44 1844 219 342 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) +33 800 91 4897 Italia...

Ricoh Caplio RR1 Operation Manuals

Chapter 1 GETTING STARTED

Chapter 2 SHOOTING

Chapter 3 PLAYBACK

Chapter4

Chapter 5 SETTINGS/MISCELLANEOUS

Appendix

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