Camera User Guide Quick Guide A Variety of Shooting Techniques/Playback Changing Camera Settings Installing Software The serial number of this product is given on the bottom face of the camera. Caution! Do not connect the USB cable yet! If you connect the camera to a computer through the USB cable before installing the provided software on the computer, the software required for connection between camera and computer may not be installed appropriately.
Preface This manual provides information on how to use the shooting and playback functions of this product, as well as warnings on its use. To make the best use of this product's functions, read this manual thoroughly before use. Please keep this manual handy for ease of reference. Ricoh Co., Ltd. Safety Precautions For the safe use of your camera, be sure to read the safety precautions thoroughly.
Key Features The effective number of pixels is 8,240,000 and a high-performance 28 mm wide zoom lens is mounted Digital zooming up to four times ensures high picture quality even for a remote object zoomed in on. Even with ultra-macro shooting up to 1 cm, it does capture fine feel of the texture. High-end specifications with Aperture Priority Mode and Manual Exposure Mode The aperture and shutter speed can be set easily with the up/down dial of high operability.
AF target shift function for easy focus lock even on a tripod (P.85) The camera has an AF target shift function. At macro shooting, the AF target shift function allows you to lock the focus by button operation, without moving the camera itself. Choice of three power sources makes sure you wont miss any shooting opportunities (P.
Scene mode for easy and beautiful shooting (P.43) In Scene Mode, you need only to select from among six types of shooting modes for shooting with optimal settings for the scene. Instant transfer to PC through the USB cable If the provided software is installed on your computer, just connecting the camera to your computer with the provided USB cable will automatically transfer images to your computer. Since the camera supports USB Ver.2.0, file transfer is very fast.
Contents Chapter 1 Quick Guide Before Shooting .......................................................................................... 10 Packing List .................................................................................................................. Names of parts ............................................................................................................. How to Use the Mode Dial............................................................................................
Direct Print Function..................................................................................................... 54 Connecting the Camera to a Printer............................................................................. 54 Printing Still Images...................................................................................................... 55 A Variety of Shooting Techniques ............................................................ 59 Using the ADJ. (Adjust) Button................
Adjusting the Brightness of the LCD Monitor (LCD BRIGHTNESS) .......................... Setting a Function to the ADJ. Button (ADJ BTN.SET.)............................................. Changing the Beep Sound Setting (BEEP SOUND) .................................................. Changing Image Confirmation Time (LCD CONFIRM.) ............................................. Changing Auto Power-Off Settings (AUTO POWER OFF) ........................................ Changing File Name Settings (SEQUENTIAL NO.
Using Manuals The two manuals included are for your Caplio GX8. Camera User Guide (This booklet) This guide explains the usage and functions of the camera.You will also see how to install the provided software on your computer. *The Software User Guide (English edition) is available from the provided CD-ROM as a PDF file. Software User Guide (PDF file) This guide explains how to download images from the camera to your computer, and display and edit them on your computer.
Reference The camera is provided with software (ImageMixer) that allows you to display and edit images from your computer. For how to use ImageMixer, click the [?] button on the ImageMixer window and see the displayed manual. For more information on the ImageMixer, contact the Customer Support Center below. North America (Los Angeles) Europe (U.K.
Chapter 1 Quick Guide If you are using the camera for the first time, read from this chapter. Before Shooting ............................................... 10 Getting Ready to Shoot................................... 17 Basic Shooting................................................. 31 Playing Back .................................................... 45 Viewing on a Television .................................. 49 Erasing..............................................................
Before Shooting Packing List Open the package and make sure all the items are included. • Caplio GX8 • Handstrap Note • AA Alkaline Batteries (LR6) (2) Attaching the hand strap to the camera Thread the tips of the strap through the camera's strap eyelet and loop them as shown. • AV Cable Used when viewing your images on a TV unit. • USB Cable Used to connect the camera to a computer or Direct Print supported printer. 10 The serial number of this product is given on the bottom face of the camera.
• Camera User Guide (This booklet) Optional Accessories • AC Adapter (AC-4a) Used for power supply from a home outlet to the camera. Connect this adapter for long time play or image transfer to a personal computer. Quick Guide • Warranty • Rechargeable Battery (DB-43) • Safety Precautions • Battery Charger (BJ-2) • Rechargeable Battery Set (BS3) • PC Card Adapter (FM-SD53) • Caplio Software CD-ROM The provided software and the Software User Guide are included on this CD-ROM.
Names of parts Camera Front View Item Name Refer to 1 Shutter Release Button P.31 2 Mode Dial P.14 3 Flash P.40 4 AF Window - 5 Viewfinder - 6 Hot Shoe - 7 Lens P.31 8 USB Terminal P.136 9 AV-Out Terminal P.49 10 Microphone P.96 11 Up/down Dial P.14 Caution To avoid damaging the connectors, do not plug any objects into the camera's microphone or speaker holes.
Rear View Quick Guide Item Name Refer to Item Name Refer to 1 Flash Lamp P.40 12 DISP. Button P.29 2 Auto Focus Lamp P.34 13 D (Delete) / T (Self-timer) Button P.51 P.86 3 Viewfinder - 14 M Button P.61 P.98 4 Power Button P.26 15 ADJ. Button P.59 5 Z (Wide-angle) / P.38 9 (Thumbnail Display) Button P.47 16 LCD Monitor - 6 z (Telephoto)/ 8 (Enlarged View) Button P.38 P.48 17 Speaker - 7 # /Q(Quick Review) Button P.
How to Use the Mode Dial The Mode Dial is on the top of the camera. The Mode Dial is used to select the desired mode and operation for shooting and playback (still image viewing). 1. Turn the Mode Dial to the symbol of the mode you want to use. Mode Dial Symbols and Functions Symbol Mode Name Function Setup Mode Allows you to set and confirm camera settings. 2 Voice Memo Mode Allows you to record sounds. 3 Movie Mode Allows you to record movies.
About LCD Monitor Display Screen Examples when Shooting Pictures Quick Guide (When the shutter release button is half-pressed) Still Image Mode Movie Mode Item Name Refer to 1 Flash P.40 2 White Balance 3 A/M Mode Item Name Refer to 15 Color Depth P.82 P.79 16 Histogram P.30 Focus P.64 17 Time Exposure P.72 4 Recording Destination P.24 18 Battery P.17 5 Mode Types - 19 Zoom Bar P.38 6 Photometry P.67 20 Self-timer P.86 7 Macro Shooting P.39 21 Date/Time P.
The Screen During Playback Movie Mode Still Image Mode Item Name Refer to Item Name Refer to 1 Protect P.100 8 Image Size P.62 2 DPOF P.103 9 File No. - 3 Playback Data Source P.46 10 Battery P.17 4 Mode Types - 11 Setting at Shooting (Recording) - 5 Picture Quality P.
Getting Ready to Shoot Turn the power on and get ready to shoot. Note Quick Guide If you have already used this camera, follow the steps below to make sure it is turned off before removing or loading batteries. 1. Make sure the LCD monitor is turned off. 2. Make sure the lens barrier (built-in lens protection) is closed. For how to turn the camera off, see P.26. About the Batteries The following batteries can be used in the camera. Please choose which kind to use according to your needs.
• Nickel-Hydrogen Battery (available in stores) This is economical because you can recharge and use it over and over again. Use a charger (available in stores) for charging. The battery may be inert and consequently it may not supply power immediately after it is purchased or left unused for more than a month. In such a case, recharge the battery two or three times before use. The battery self-discharges with time even if the camera is not used, so recharge it before use.
Caution Quick Guide • Please remove the batteries if you are not going to use the camera for a long period of time. • The life of an AA alkaline battery (LR6) depends on the brand and the storage time from the date of production. In addition, the life of an alkaline battery becomes shorter at low temperatures. • The Nickel-Hydrogen Battery is not factory-charged. Charge it before use. Immediately after the purchase or after a long storage, the battery may not be charged fully.
Loading the Batteries If you have already used this camera, make sure it is turned off before loading batteries. 1. Open the battery/card cover. The cover slides open in two steps. First slide the cover toward the face of the camera, then lift it to expose the battery compartment. 20 2. Insert the two batteries, making sure they are facing the correct way. 3. Close the battery/card cover and slide it back into place.
Inserting the rechargeable battery (sold separately) 1. Quick Guide Rechargeable battery DB-43 (sold separately), available for this camera, is convenient because it lasts for a long time and can be used over and over again by being recharged. If you have already used this camera, make sure it is turned off before loading batteries. Open the battery/card cover. The cover slides open in two steps. First slide the cover toward the face of the camera, then lift it to expose the battery compartment. 2.
Removing the rechargeable battery If you have already used this camera, make sure it is turned off before removing batteries. 1. Open the battery/card cover. The cover slides open in two steps. First slide the cover toward the face of the camera, then lift it to expose the battery compartment. 2. 3. Remove the battery. Close the battery/card cover and slide it back into place. Note Store the removed battery in a dry cool place.
Open the power (DC input) cable cover and take the cable out. 4. Close the battery/card cover and slide it back into place. 5. Plug the power cord into an outlet. Quick Guide 3. Removing the AC Adapter If you have already used this camera, make sure it is turned off before removing the AC Adapter Battery. 1. 2. Unplug the power plug from the outlet. Open the battery/card cover. The cover slides open in two steps.
About an 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 26 MB. When you want to record a lot of still images, movies or sounds at high resolutions, use a high-capacity SD Memory Card.
Inserting an SD Memory Card If you have already used this camera, make sure it is turned off before loading an SD memory card. 1. Open the battery/card cover. 2. Make sure the card is facing the right way and push the card all the way in until it clicks. 3. Close the battery/card cover and slide it back into place. Quick Guide The cover slides open in two steps. First slide the cover toward the face of the camera, then lift it to expose the battery compartment.
Turning the Power On/Off 1. Press the power button. After the start sound, the flash lamp and auto-focus lamp blink alternately for several seconds. For power-off, press the power button again. Caution It takes longer from power-on until the camera becomes ready for shooting when the flash is enabled than when it is disabled. Note If the LCD monitor does not come on When the Power-Save mode is set to ON, the LCD monitor does not come on during the Shooting mode.
Setting the language Quick Guide When the power is turned on for the first time, the language setting screen appears (for the LCD monitor 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. However, be sure to set the language, and the date/time later. Use the SETUP screen for these settings. Note To display the SETUP screen, turn the mode dial to SETUP. 1.
Setting the date and time When the power is turned on for the first time and the language setting is completed, the date/time setting screen appears. 1. Press the !"#$ buttons to set the year, month, date and time. Change the value with !" and move the frame with #$. Setting at shipping 2. In [FORMAT], choose the Date and Time format. Select the format with !". 3. Check the display on the bottom of the screen and then press the O button. The date is set.
Changing the Display If you press DISP., you can change the screen display mode, such as switching between display/no display of symbols, etc. Every time you press the DISP. button, the view cycles in the order of Histogram On, Grid Guide, No Display, LCD Monitor Off, and Normal Symbol Display.
Histogram Display When histogram display is on, a histogram appears in the lower right corner on the LCD monitor screen. A histogram is a graph indicating the number of pixels on the vertical axis and the brightness on the horizontal axis. The brightness is shadow (dark), halftone, and highlight (light) from the left. By using the histogram, you can judge the brightness of an image without being affected by the brightness around the LCD monitor. This also helps preventing voids and solids.
Basic Shooting Now you are ready. Let's shoot! How to Hold the Camera 1. Hold the camera with both hands and lightly press both elbows against your body. 2. Put your finger on the shutter button. Quick Guide Hold the camera as illustrated below for best results. Note Be careful when you are shooting not to get a finger, your hair, or the strap in front of the lens or the flash.
Preventing camera shake If the camera moves when you press the shutter button, the still image might not come out clearly (due to camera shake). The mark displayed on the LCD monitor indicates that camera shake should be avoided under the current shooting condition. To prevent camera shake, use a tripod or hold the camera securely with both hands when you shoot.
Capturing the Moment Shooting (Full-press) 1. Make sure the power is on, then turn the Mode Dial to 5 or A/M. 2. Compose your shot either by looking through the viewfinder or at the LCD monitor. 3. Put the subject of your photo right in the middle and press the shutter release button fully. Quick Guide The shutter release button works in two steps.
Checking the Focus and Shooting (Half-press) When you press the shutter release button halfway (half-press), the autofocus function is triggered to determine the focal distance. Subsequently press it all the way down (full-press) to shoot. This is useful when the subject is not in the middle (see P.36). 1. Make sure the power is on, then turn the Mode Dial to 5 or A/M. 2. Compose your shot either by looking through the viewfinder or at the LCD monitor. 3.
. Color of crosshairs Auto Focus Lamp Before focusing White Off Focused Green On (green) Focusing failure Blink (red) Blink (green) Reference Quick Guide When specifying a focus position at macro shooting, use the AF target shift function. (P.85) 4. Gently press the shutter release button all the way down. During card writing, the flash/auto-focus lamp blinks. The still image you have taken freezes for a moment on the LCD monitor and is recorded.
When the Subject is not Centered (Shooting with Focus-lock) When your subject is not in the center of your composition, compose your photo after focusing. (Focuslock) Example: Taking a photograph of the castle in the background with the camera focused on a person in front. Shooting range Subject to be focused on Final still image 1. Make sure the power is on, then turn the Mode Dial to 5 or A/M. 2.
4. Gently press the shutter release button all the way. Quick Guide Note At macro shooting, the AF target shift function allows you to lock the focus without moving the camera. This function is useful when a tripod is used. Reference • For details about macro shooting, see P.39. • For details about the AF target shift function, see P.85.
Using the Zoom Function If you use the Z (Wide angle)/ z (Telephoto) button, you can alter the size of the subject in your photo without having to change your distance from it. By pressing the Z button, the field in the LCD monitor and the viewfinder becomes wider. By pressing the z button, the subject you see in the LCD monitor and the viewfinder becomes larger. Wide angle 1. Telephoto With the camera ready to shoot, press the Z button or the z button.
Shooting Close-Ups (Macro-Mode) 1. Quick Guide Using the N (Macro) button allows you to take a tight closeup (Macro Photo). It is good for shooting small subjects because you can get up to one centimeter (1/2 inch) away. With the camera ready to shoot, press the N button. N is displayed momentarily in a large size at the center of the LCD monitor and then at the upper part. 2. Compose your picture and halfpress the shutter release button. 3. Press the shutter release button all the way.
Using the Flash Press the F button to switch between flash modes. By default, your camera is set to Flash Off. From the front edge of the lens, flashlight reaches about 0.2 to 5.0 m (W) or about 0.15 to 2.9 m (T) when ISO sensitivity is set to AUTO. Flash Modes 1. 2. Flash Off The flash will not fire. Auto When your subject is poorly lit or backlit, the flash fires automatically. Red-eye reduction Reduces the red-eye phenomenon, in which people's eyes appear red when shooting images of people.
How to use the hot shoe Since the camera has a hot shoe, you can connect an external flash (available in stores) for use. X contact Quick Guide Adjust the exposure using the exposure compensation (P.78) or manual exposure function (P.87). For details, see the documentation that came with the external flash. To attach an external flash to the hot shoe, follow the steps below. 1. With the camera and external flash powers off, attach the external flash to the hot shoe. 2.
Caution • Irrespective of flash setting, a flash ON signal is output to the X contact of the hot shoe. To stop an external flash, use a switch on the flash. • Exposure may not be appropriate even when the f-number and ISO sensitivity of the external flash are the same as those of the camera. If so, change the f-number and ISO sensitivity of the flash. • As the flash ON signal, the camera outputs a positive pulse to the X pulse contact.
Shooting with Scenery-Matching If you use the Scene Mode, you can select from among six types of still image modes and shoot automatically with optimal settings for that kind of scene. Use when taking portrait pictures. SPORT Use when taking pictures of moving objects. LANDSCAPE Use when you are taking scenery pictures with abundant greens or blue sky. NIGHTSCAPE Use when shooting night scenes. You can also shoot with persons in the frame.
Note In Nightscape Mode, the flash works when all of the following conditions are satisfied: • The flash is set to Auto. • Flash is judged to be necessary because it is dark around. • There is a figure or any other object nearby. Reference • • • • 44 For how to change PIC QUALITY/SIZE, see P.62. For how to change to density in TEXT Mode, see P.84. For the list of Shooting Setting menu items in Scene Mode, see P.162. For combination of Scene Mode with other functions, see P.161.
Playing Back Checking the image you just took (Quick Review) 1. Quick Guide You can view the image you just took on the LCD monitor. If you are not pleased with the way the photo came out, you can erase it then and there. While still in the Still Image Mode, press the Q button. The last image you took is displayed on the LCD monitor. Press Q again and the camera is ready to shoot. Q In Quick Review Q Button Returns to Shooting Mode. 8 Button Enlarges the displayed still image.
Viewing Your Images In the Playback Mode you can check still images you have taken. You can also delete or zoom in on them. 1. Turn the Mode Dial to 6. The camera switches to Playback mode and the last still image you took is displayed. You can view your pictures in order by using the #$ button. To Previous To Next Note Where images are played back from When no SD memory card is inserted, the camera plays back from the internal memory.
Thumbnail Display You can view your images in sets of six. You can then select an image to erase or magnify. 1. Turn the Mode Dial to 6 . 2. Quick Guide The last image you took is displayed. Press the 9 button. The screen is split into six sections with six images displayed. To display just one photo 1. Use the !"#$ buttons to select an image. 2. Press the 8 button twice, or press the O button. The Selected Image Reference For how to erase the selected image, see P.51.
Magnifying Images You can enlarge a still image displayed on the LCD Monitor. 1. Turn the Mode Dial to 6 . The last image you took is displayed. 2. Display image you want to view magnified. 3. Press the 8 button. The image is enlarged. The enlargement ratio changes each time you press the 8 button or the 9 button. In Enlarged View 8 Button Enlarges the displayed still image. You can move around on the displayed image by pressing the !"#$ buttons.
Viewing on a Television 1. Securely connect the AV cable to the Video In terminal on the television. Quick Guide You can view still images you have taken on a TV screen. The camera displays everything on the TV screen just as it would on the LCD Monitor. To use your television for viewing, connect your camera to the television with the AV cable that came with your camera. To view still images on a television, follow the steps below.
6. Turn your camera on by pressing the power button. Connecting the AV cable to the camera turns off the LCD monitor display and the speaker output. Note • If you connect the AV cable to your video recorder's In terminal, you can record what you have shot onto video. • Your camera is set to NTSC playback format (used in Japan and other countries) for use with television equipment, etc.
Erasing Erasing Unwanted Images 1. Quick Guide You can erase unwanted images from the internal memory or SD Memory Card. You can erase them in the following three ways: •One file at a time •Deleting all frames at once •Select multiple frames and erase together Turn the Mode Dial to 6 . To erase pictures one at a time, display the picture you want to erase. 2. Press the D button. 3. Press the $ button, select [DELETE ONE] or [DELETE ALL] and press the O button.
Erasing Multiple Frames at One Time 1. 2. Turn the Mode Dial to 6 . Press the 9 button. The screen is divided into a display of six thumbnails. 3. Press the !"#$ buttons to select the image you want to erase and press the D button. The trash symbol is displayed in the upper left corner of the image. 4. Repeat Step 3. to select all the still images you wish to erase. If you selected an image by mistake, you can deselect it by selecting the image and pressing the D button again. 5. 6.
Chapter 2 A Variety of Shooting Techniques/Playback Direct Printing .................................................. 54 A Variety of Shooting Techniques ................. 59 Shooting with Multi-Shot ................................ 90 Shooting/Playing Back Movies....................... 94 Recording/Playing Back Sound ..................... 96 Other Functions Available in Playback Mode.........
Direct Printing Direct Print Function The Direct Print standard enables direct printing from a camera to a printer, by connecting them via a USB cable. Photos can be printed quickly and easily from your digital camera without using a computer. Caution • You cannot print movies (.AVI) with this function. For still images with sounds (.JPG and .WAV), only the still images (.JPG) are printed. • Some printer does not support images taken in Text mode (TIFF).
Printing Still Images You can send still images from the camera to a PictBridge compatible printer to print them. 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. A Variety of Shooting Techniques/Playback Note If a printer error message appears during transmission, check the condition of the printer, and take the appropriate action. Printing One or All Still Images 1.
7. Press the !" buttons to select an item, and then press the $ button to display the detailed options screen. When “Connecting” is displayed, the printer is still being connected. When printer connection is complete, “Connecting” disappears and “Direct Print” is displayed. Proceed with the operation after connection. The following items can be selected. Each item is displayed only when supported by the printer. The items marked * are displayed only when supported by Ricoh printers.
Note To specify the set value as the default selected at the next connection, click the ADJ. button on the screen of Step 7. Upon appearance of the screen at right, select [Set] and press the O button. Select [Cancel] to return to the default setting. A Variety of Shooting Techniques/Playback 10.Press the O button. The selected still images are sent to the printer and the “Connecting” screen appears. Press the M button to cancel the operation.
9. Repeat steps 7 and 8 to select all the still images to be printed and the number of copies for each. 10.Press the M button. The Direct Print menu appears. 11.Press the !" buttons to select an item, and then press the $ button to display the detailed options screen. When “Connecting” is displayed, the printer is still being connected. When printer connection is complete, “Connecting” disappears and “Direct Print” is displayed. Proceed with the operation after connection. For settings available, see P.
A Variety of Shooting Techniques Using the ADJ. (Adjust) Button The ADJ button allows exposure correction, white balancing, and ISO sensitivity setting by fewer operations. You can also register a function other than these adjustment functions to the ADJ button. If a frequently used function is registered, they can be set easily by fewer button operations. A Variety of Shooting Techniques/Playback Use the SETUP menu to register a function to the ADJ button (P.114). Adjustments Using the ADJ.
Shooting Setting Menu The Shooting Setting menu enables you to shoot pictures by setting the items listed in the table below. *Among the choices listed in the table below, default values at purchase are enclosed in [ ]. Setting Option Refer to PIC QUALITY/SIZE NC3264, F3264, [N3264], N2592, N2048, N1280, N640 P.62 FOCUS [AF], MF, SNAP, ∞ P.64 PHOTOMETRY [MULTI], CENTRE, SPOT P.67 SHARPNESS SHARP, [NORMAL], SOFT P.68 CONT. MODE [OFF], CONT, SCONT, MCONT P.
Using the Shooting Setting Menu 1. With the camera ready to shoot, press the M button. The Shooting Setting menu appears. 2. Press the !"#$ buttons to select the desired item. The setting items are provided on three screens. A Variety of Shooting Techniques/Playback 3. After selecting a setting item, press the O or $ button. Choices for the setting item are displayed. 4. 5. 6. Press the !" buttons to select a choice. Press the O or # button.
Choosing Picture Quality Mode/Image Size (PIC QUALITY/SIZE) The size of a stored still image and movie file depends on picture quality and size settings. Picture Quality Mode is provided in three types; N (Normal), F (Fine), and NC (Non compressed). Types of Modes You Can Select Symbol Mode Description Normal Mode The compression ratio is high, resulting in a small file. Normally, shooting is done in this mode.
Reference For internal memory/SD memory card recording capacities, see P.164. 1. Turn the mode dial to 5 or A/M . Alternatively, turn the Mode Dial to 4 and select a mode to prepare the camera. 2. Press the M button. 3. Press the "button to select [PIC QUALITY/SIZE] and press the O or $ button. 4. Press the !" buttons to select a picture quality/size. 5. Press the O or # button. A Variety of Shooting Techniques/Playback The Shooting Setting menu appears.
Manual Focus Shooting (FOCUS) When Auto-Focus does not focus as desired, you can focus manually (Manual Focus). Manual focusing allows shooting at a fixed distance. When using a fixed shooting distance, it can be set to either Snapshot or Infinity (∞). Note • By default, your camera is set to AF (Auto-Focus). • Manual focus cannot be used in Scene Mode. • Manual focusing can focus the camera also on an object that requires macro shooting. Setting Manual Focusing 1. 2. Turn the mode dial to 5, A/M, or 3 .
Shooting with Manual Focusing 1. Press the O button as required. Pressing the O button enlarges the display for easy focusing. 2. Press the ! and " buttons for focusing. 3. A Variety of Shooting Techniques/Playback Pressing the ! button brings the focus closer to you. Pressing " button moves the focus away from you. Until the setting is changed the next time, pictures are shot by manual focusing. Press the shutter button for shooting.
Shooting at a Fixed Distance The shooting distance can be set to short distance or infinity. Infinity is useful to shoot a distant view. To shoot with the shooting distance fixed, follow the steps below. 1. 2. Turn the mode dial to 5, A/M, or 3 . Press the M button. The Shooting Setting menu appears. 3. Press the " button to select [FOCUS] and press the O or $ button. 4. Press the !" buttons to select [SNAP] or [∞] (Infinity). Selecting [SNAP] will fix the shooting distance to 2.5 meters.
Changing the Light Metering (PHOTOMETRY) You can change the metering method (the range to use for metering) to determine the exposure value. There are three Light Metering Methods available: MULTI, CENTER, and SPOT. Types of Modes You Can Select Mode Description (No Symbol) MULTI The entire shooting range is divided into 256 partitions, and subjected to photometry for overall decision. CENTER The light metering is determined by a measurement of the whole, with the central part emphasized.
Changing the Edge Quality of Still Images (SHARPNESS) You can change the definition of your still images to either sharp or soft. 1. 2. Turn the mode dial to 5 or A/M . Press the M button. The Shooting Setting menu appears. 3. Press the " button to select [SHARPNESS] and press the O or $ button. 4. Press the !" buttons to select the desired setting. 5. Press the O or # button. Sharpness settings are complete. 6. If you pressed the # button in step 5, press also the M button.
Shooting Consecutively with Different Exposures (AUTO BRACKET) The Auto Bracketing function automatically shoots three consecutive shots, with the specified exposure value as standard, at three exposure levels, at -0.5EV, ±0, and +0.5EV. Note This function is not available when shooting with sound. Turn the mode dial to 5 or A/M . A Variety of Shooting Techniques/Playback 1. 2. Press the M button. The Shooting Setting menu appears. 3. 4. Press the #$ buttons to switch between displays as required.
Shooting Consecutively with Different White Balance (WHITE BALANCE BRACKET) Three images are automatically recorded - a reddish image, a bluish image, and an image of the current white balance. This is useful if the appropriate white balance cannot be judged. 1. 2. Turn the mode dial to 5 or A/M . Press the M button. The Shooting Setting menu appears. 3. Press the #$ buttons to switch between displays as required. 4. Press the " button to select [AUTO BRACKET] and press the O or $ button. 5.
Note • This function is not available for Multi-Shot shooting (P.90) and Auto Bracket shooting (P.69). • The flash cannot be used. • Time Exposure (P.72) is set to OFF. Reference For how to change the White Balance, see P.79.
Using Long Time Exposure (TIME EXPOSURE) You can select an exposure time of 1, 2, 4 or 8 seconds. By using long time exposure, you can capture the track of moving subjects such as fireworks and car lights, when you shoot a night scene. 1. 2. Turn the mode dial to 5. Press the M button. The Shooting Setting menu appears. 3. Press the #$ buttons to switch between displays as required. 4. Press the " button to select [TIME EXPOSURE] and press the O or $ button. 5.
Note • When using long time exposure, the shutter speed may go down and images may be blurred. Hold the camera securely by both hands or use a tripod for shooting. • While shooting with long time exposure, the LCD Monitor display turns off. Caution If the shutter speed is set to one second or more, it takes time to complete recording because the picture noise elimination function is activated.
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 at any length from 5 seconds to 3 hours, in increments of 5 seconds. 1. 2. Turn the mode dial to 5 or A/M. Press the M button. The Shooting Setting menu appears. 3. Press the #$ buttons to switch between displays as required. 4. Press the " button to select [INTERVAL] and press the O or $ button. 5.
10.To stop shooting, press the O button. Interval Shooting settings are cleared when the power is turned off. A Variety of Shooting Techniques/Playback Caution If the time until the next shooting is set longer on the shooting menu than the time for interval shooting, the shooting interval becomes longer than that for interval shooting. Note • In step 5, press and hold either the ! or " button to quickly raise or lower the setting value for minute.
2 Shooting a Still Image with Sound (IMAGE WITH SOUND) You can shoot a still image with a voice memo. Voice recording can continue for up to eight seconds. 1. 2. Turn the mode dial to 5 or A/M. Press the M button. The Shooting Setting menu appears. 3. 4. Press the #$ buttons to switch between displays as required. 5. 6. 7. Press the !" buttons to select [ON]. Press the " button to select [IMAGE WITH SOUND] and then press the O or $ button. Press the O or # button.
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. 1. 2. Turn the mode dial to 5 or A/M. Press the M button. The Shooting Setting menu appears. Press the #$ buttons to switch between displays as required. 4. Press the " button to select [DATE IMPRINT] and then press the O or $ button. 5. Press the !" buttons to select the desired setting. 6. Press the O or # button.
Changing the Exposure (EXPOSURE COMP.) The exposure setting allows you to select brightness levels for your shots. Normally, if your subject is centered, backlight compensation is automatically activated, and you can shoot with correct exposure. However, in the following cases, or when you intentionally want to change the exposure, you can change the exposure setting. Exposure can be specified in the range from -2.0 to +2.0.
Using Natural and Artificial Lighting (WHITE BALANCE) Adjust the white balance so that a white subject may be reproduced as white. At purchase, the White Balance 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 under several light sources, you can change the setting. Types of Modes You Can Select Mode Description AUTO Auto Make adjustments automatically.
Setting the White Balance Manually (One Push) 1. 2. Turn the mode dial to 5 or A/M. Press the ADJ. Button twice. The White Balance menu appears. 3. Press the !" buttons to select . 4. Point the camera at a piece of paper or something white under the lighting conditions for your picture. 5. Press the $ button. White Balance is set. 6. Press the O button. The setting of white balance is completed and the LCD monitor displays a marking. This setting will be used for shooting until you change it.
Changing Sensitivities (ISO SETTING) The ISO sensitivity indicates how sensitive to light the film is. A greater value means higher sensitivity. High sensitivity is suitable for shooting an object in a dark place or moving fast and suppresses blurring. However, the images become rough.
Setting Color Depth (COLOR DEPTH) Color depth of the shot still image can be selected from Vivid, Normal and Nutral (Neutral). 1. 2. Turn the mode dial to 5 or A/M. Press the M button. The Shooting menu appears. 3. Press the #$ buttons to switch between displays as required. 4. Press the " button to select [COLOR DEPTH]. Then press the O or $ button. 5. 6. Press the !" buttons to select the color depth. Press the O or # button. This completes the color depth setting. 7.
Returning the Shooting Setting Menu Settings to their Defaults (RESTORE DEFAULTS) To return the Shooting Setting menu settings to their defaults, follow the steps below. Turn the mode dial to 5. Press the M button. Press the #$ buttons to switch between displays as required. 4. Press the !" buttons to select [RESTORE DEFAULTS] and press the O or $ button. 5. Make sure that [YES] is selected, and then press the O button. A Variety of Shooting Techniques/Playback 1. 2. 3.
Changing Shading for Shooting Text (DENSITY) You can change the shading of text for shooting in Text Mode of Scene Mode. You can select from DEEP, NORMAL and LIGHT. To change the setting, use either the Shooting Setting menu or the ADJ. button. This section explains easy ways with the ADJ. button. When using the Shooting Setting menu, see “Using the Shooting Setting Menu” ( P.61). 1. Turn the Mode Dial to 4. The Scene selection screen appears. 2.
Using the AF Target Shift Function At macro shooting, the AF target shift function allows you to lock the focus (P.36) by using the !"#$ buttons on the camera without moving the camera. This is useful for macro shooting on a tripod with locked focus. The AF target shift function allows you to shift the cross at the center of the LCD monitor to the subject with the !"#$ buttons for focusing. 1.
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. 1. 2. Turn the Mode Dial to 5, A/M, or 4. Press the T (Self-timer) button. The Self Timer mark appears momentarily in a large size at the center of the LCD monitor and then is displayed at the upper left. The “10” to the right of the symbol indicates the number of seconds.
Shooting in Aperture Priority/Manual Exposure Mode A Variety of Shooting Techniques/Playback When the mode dial is set to Aperture Priority Mode, you can set the aperture and shutter speed manually for shooting. In A/M Mode, both Aperture Priority Mode and Manual Exposure Mode are available. If only the aperture is set, the shutter speed is automatically set according to the aperture (Aperture Priority Mode).
Shooting with Set Aperture (Aperture Priority Mode) To shoot with a set aperture, follow the steps below. 1. Turn the Mode Dial to A/M. The current f-number and shutter speed (AUTO) appear in the bottom part on the screen. 2. Turn the up/down dial to change the f-number. 3. Half-press the shutter release button. The shutter speed is determined and displayed in the bottom part on the screen. 4. Gently press the shutter button all the way. You can also take a photo without half pressing.
Shooting at Set Shutter Speed (Manual Exposure Mode) To shoot at a set shutter speed, follow the steps below. 1. Turn the Mode Dial to A/M. The current f-number and shutter speed (AUTO) appear in the bottom part on the screen. Turn the up/down dial to change the f-number as required. 3. While pressing the ! button, turn the up/ down dial to change the shutter speed. A Variety of Shooting Techniques/Playback 2. The mark at the upper part on the screen changes from Mode) to 4. 5.
Shooting with Multi-Shot If you switch to Multi-Shot, you can shoot consecutive images. Multi-shot can be classified into the following types: CONT (Multi-Shot) As long as you hold the shutter button down, pictures continue to be taken. The still images are recorded one file each, just as in normal shooting. S (Stream) Multi-Shot With just one full-press of the shutter, you can take 16 consecutive shots at intervals of 1/7.5 second (in about two seconds).
Note • When shooting with S Multi- or M Multi-Shot, the ISO sensitivity is fixed to AUTO even if it is set to 64,100. • The maximum number of images that can be shot in the Multi-Shot mode depends on the image size setting as follows: F3264 N3264 N2592 N2048 N1280 N640 3 3 3 3 13 13 • The Picture Quality Mode and the Image Size Mode of SCONT and MCONT are F3264 or N3264. A Variety of Shooting Techniques/Playback 1. 2. Turn the mode dial to 5 or A/M. Press the M button.
CONT 7. Compose your picture, then press and hold the shutter button. As long as you hold the shutter button down, pictures continue to be taken. 8. Release your finger from the shutter release button to stop recording. To playback consecutive images shot in Multi-Shot mode, turn the camera to playback mode (see P.46) and select the still image with the #$ buttons for playback. SCONT (S Multi-Shot) 7. Compose your picture, then press the shutter button. 16 pictures are taken automatically.
Viewing an S Multi-Shot or M Multi-Shot Still Image in Enlarged Display Mode While still images (16 frames in a file) taken by SCONT or MCONT are displayed, one of the 16 frames can be displayed in an enlarged view. While viewing an enlarged frame image, you can switch between frames. To view a shot from S Multi-Shot or M Multi-Shot still images in Enlarged Display Mode, follow the steps below. Turn the mode dial to 6. A Variety of Shooting Techniques/Playback 1. The last shot taken is displayed. 2.
Shooting/Playing Back Movies 3 Shooting Movies You can shoot movies with sound. You can select the image size, either 320 x 240 or 160 x 120 pixels. Each movie you shoot is recorded as one AVI file. 1. 2. Turn the Mode Dial to 3. Press the shutter release button. The camera starts recording. Recording continues until you press the shutter button again. 3. Pressing the shutter button again stops recording. Caution • While shooting movies, operation sounds may be recorded.
Playing Back Movies To playback movies, follow the steps below. 1. Turn the mode dial to 6 (Playback Mode). The last shot taken is displayed. For movies, the first frame is displayed as a still image. 2. Move to the movie you want to view using the #$ buttons. 3. A Variety of Shooting Techniques/Playback Press the $ button to display the next file. Press the # button to display the previous file. Press the shutter button. Playback begins.
Recording/Playing Back Sound 2 Recording Sound (Voice Memo) You can record sound. Recorded data is stored as a WAV file. 1. Turn the Mode Dial to 2. 2. Press the shutter release button. Sound recording starts. 3. Release your finger from the shutter release button to stop recording. Note The voice recording time depends on the capacity of the SD memory card. The table below shows the available recording time.
Playing Back Sound To playback sounds, follow the steps below. 1. Turn the mode dial to 6. The last shot taken is displayed. 2. Press the #$ buttons to select a sound file for playback (speaker icon). 3. A Variety of Shooting Techniques/Playback Press the $ button to display the next file. Press the # button to display the previous file. Press the shutter button. Playback begins. Fast Forward Press the z button during playback. Rewind Press the Z button during playback.
Other Functions Available in Playback Mode Playback Setting Menu The Playback menu provides the functions shown in the table below: Setting Option SLIDE SHOW P.99 PROTECT Select/Deselect 1 FILE, Select/Deselect ALL FILES, Select Multi-files P.100 DPOF Select/Deselect 1 FILE, Select/Deselect ALL FILES, Select Multi-files P.103 RESIZE 1280, 640 COPY TO CARD Using the Playback Menu 1. 2. Turn the mode dial to 6. Press the M button. The Playback menu appears. 3.
Showing Photos in Order Automatically (SLIDE SHOW) You can show the recorded still images, movies, and sound files sequentially on the LCD Monitor. This function is called a slide show. To view a slide show, follow the steps below. 1. Turn the mode dial to 6. The last shot taken is displayed. Press the M button. A Variety of Shooting Techniques/Playback 2. The Playback menu appears. 3. Make sure that [SLIDE SHOW] is selected, and then press the O button.
Write-protecting Your Images (PROTECT) You can protect files from being accidentally deleted. Caution Protected files cannot be deleted normally. However, they will be deleted completely if you format the memory where the files are stored. Protecting Files 1. Turn the mode dial to 6. The last shot taken is displayed. 2. Press the #$ buttons to display the file you want to protect. 3. Press the M button. The Playback Setting menu appears. 100 4.
Protection is applied and the Protect symbol appears in the upper-left corner of the screen. Protecting All Files A Variety of Shooting Techniques/Playback To protect all your files, follow the steps below. 1. 2. Turn the mode dial to 6. Press the M button. The Playback menu appears. 3. Press the " button to select [PROTECT] and press the O button. 4. Press the #$ button to select [ALL FILES]. 5. Make sure that [SELECT] is selected, and then press the O button.
Protecting Multiple Files at Once To protect selected files all at once, follow the steps below. 1. 2. Turn the mode dial to 6. Press the 9 button. The screen is split into six sections and thumbnail images are displayed in a reduced size. 3. Press the !"#$ buttons to select the first file of the selection. 4. Press the M button. The Playback menu appears. 5. Press the " button to select [PROTECT] and press the O button. 6.
Using a Printing Service (DPOF) The still images recorded on an SD Memory Card can be printed out if you take them to a shop that offers a digital camera print service. To use a print service, it is necessary to make settings required for printing. These settings are called DPOF (Dee-Pof) settings. The DPOF setting specifies one print per still image. However, if multiple images are selected for batch setting, you can specify the number of copies to print. 1. 2. 3.
Setting DPOF for All Still Images To apply DPOF settings to all your still images, follow the steps below. 1. 2. Turn the mode dial to 6. Press the M button. The Playback menu appears. 3. Press the " button to select [DPOF] and press the O button. 4. Press the #$ buttons to select [ALL FILES]. 5. Make sure that [SELECT] is selected, and then press the O button. Once the DPOF setting is made, the DPOF symbol appears in the upper-left portion of the screen.
Setting DPOF for Multiple Still Images To make the DPOF setting for selected still images all at once, follow the steps below. 1. 2. Turn the mode dial to 6. Press the 9 button. The screen is split into six sections and thumbnail images are displayed in a reduced size. Press the !"#$ buttons to select the first still image for which you wish to make the DPOF setting. 4. Press the M button. A Variety of Shooting Techniques/Playback 3. The Playback menu appears. 5.
Changing the Image Size (RESIZE) You can reduce the image size of a shot still image to additionally create a file of a different image size. Caution The image size of a movie or image shot in the Non-compressed (NC) Mode cannot be changed. Note The following types of resizing are possible: Original Resized F3264/N3264/N2592/N2048 N1280 N1280 N640 To change the image size, follow the steps below. 1. 2. Turn the mode dial to 6. Press the M button. The Playback Setting menu appears. 3.
Copying the Contents of Internal Memory to a Memory Card (COPY TO CARD) You can copy all movies, still images, and sound data stored in internal memory onto an SD Memory Card at once. Turn the Camera Off. Insert an SD Memory Card. Turn the camera on. A Variety of Shooting Techniques/Playback 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Turn the mode dial to 6. Press the M button. The Playback Setting menu appears. 6. Press the " button to select [COPY TO CARD] and press the O button.
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Changing Camera Settings SETUP Menu The SETUP menu consists of three screens. Press the !" buttons to switch between screens. Setting Option Refer to CARD FORMAT P.111 IN FORMAT P.112 LCD BRIGHTNESS P.113 ADJ. BUTT. SET. [OFF], PIC QUALITY ( PHOTOMETRY ( ), AF/ MF, SHARP, ) BEEP SOUND [ON], OFF, Shutter release sound P.115 LCD CONFIRM. OFF, [1], 2, 3 Seconds P.116 AUTO POWER OFF OFF, [1], 5, 30 Minutes P.117 SEQUENTIAL NO. ON, [OFF] P.118 POWER SAVE ON, [OFF] P.
Getting the SD Memory Card Ready for Use (CARD FORMAT) If the error message “This card cannot be used” is displayed, or if you have formatted a card with a computer or some other device, it will be necessary to format the SD Memory Card prior to use. Formatting is the process of preparing a card so image data can be written on it. Caution If you format a card that still has images stored on it, the images will be lost. Reference For how to format internal memory, see P.112.
Formatting Internal Memory (IN FORMAT) If an error message “Format the internal memory” is displayed, it will be necessary to format the internal memory prior to use. Caution Formatting the internal memory erases all of the images recorded in the memory. If you have images that you do not want to erase stored on the internal memory, please contact the Ricoh Service offices prior to formatting it. To format internal memory, follow the steps below. 1. 2. Turn the Mode Dial to 1.
Adjusting the Brightness of the LCD Monitor (LCD BRIGHTNESS) To adjust the brightness of the LCD Monitor, follow the steps below. 1. 2. Turn the Mode Dial to 1. Press the " button to select [LCD BRIGHTNESS] and press the O or $ button. The LCD Brightness Adjustment bar appears. Changing Camera Settings 3. Press the !" buttons to adjust the brightness. Moving it to the side makes it darker. Moving it to the side makes it brighter.
Setting a Function to the ADJ. Button (ADJ BTN.SET.) Each time the ADJ. button is pressed, the camera displays the setting screen in the order of exposure, white balance, and ISO sensitivity. By using the [ADJ BTN.SET.] option, you can set a function to be activated when the ADJ. button is pressed the fourth time. Possible Settings (Refer to) OFF *Initial setting at purchase QUALITY (PIC/QUALITY) P.62 AF/MF (FOCUS) P.64 SHARP (SHARPNESS) P.68 PHOTOMETRY P.67 To assign a function to the ADJ.
Changing the Beep Sound Setting (BEEP SOUND) 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 power is turned on. Shutter release sound : Sound when the shutter button is pressed. Focus sound : When the focus is set, the camera generates the focus sound. Beep Sound : If an impossible operation is attempted, the camera generates the beep sound.
Changing Image Confirmation Time (LCD CONFIRM.) Immediately after pressing the shutter button, the still image taken is displayed for a moment so you can check it. At purchase, Confirmation Time is set to one second, but this can be changed. Possible Settings OFF (Photo not displayed for confirmation) 1 Second *Initial setting at purchase 2 Seconds 3 Seconds To change Confirmation Time, follow the steps below. 1. 2. Turn the Mode Dial to 1. 3. Press the #$ buttons to select the desired setting.
Changing Auto Power-Off Settings (AUTO POWER OFF) If you do not operate the camera for the set period of time, it will shut off automatically (Auto Power-off) to conserve battery power. At the time of purchase, Auto Power-Off is set to one minute, but you can change this setting. Possible Settings OFF (The Auto Power-Off function does not work) 1 Minute *Initial setting at purchase 5 Minutes 30 Minutes Changing Camera Settings To change the Auto Power-Off setting, follow the steps below. 1. 2.
Changing File Name Settings (SEQUENTIAL NO.) When you shoot a still image, it is stored on an SD Memory Card or in internal memory, with a consecutively numbered file name automatically assigned. When you are switching SD Memory Cards, you can set your camera to continue consecutive numbering from the previously loaded SD Memory Card. Possible Settings ON (Continue numbering) File names will be automatically assigned to still images you take, in the format of “R” followed by 7 digits, from R0010001.
Changing Power-Save Mode Settings (POWERSAVE) You can reduce the power consumption of the LCD Monitor and extend the life of your batteries. The display on the LCD Monitor will turn off. Press the Q (Quick Review) button or the M button to turn the LCD Monitor Display on, and then press them again to turn the display off. Press the ADJ. button to turn the LCD Monitor on for setting. After the end of setting, the display returns to off.
Setting the Date and Time (DATE SETTINGS) You can take still images with the time or date stamped onto the picture. The date/time setting on the SETUP menu is explained here. 1. 2. Turn the Mode Dial to 1. 3. Set the year, month, date and time by pressing !"#$. Press the " button to select [DATE SETTINGS] and then press the O or $ button. If you hold down the !" buttons, you can increase/decrease the value quickly. 4. In [FORMAT], choose the Date and Time format. 5.
Changing the Display Language (LANGUAGE¯ ) You can change the language displayed on the LCD Monitor. Possible Settings ஓట ¨Êáðáîåóå© ENGLISH ¨Åîçìéóè© *Initial setting at purchase DEUTSCH ¨Çåòíáî© FRANÇAIS ¨Æòåîãè© ITALIANO ¨Éôáìéáî© ESPAÑOL ¨Óðáîéóè© Changing Camera Settings ዊͶ˹୫ ¨Óéíðìéæéåä Ãèéîåóå© Ͷ˹୫ ¨Ôòáäéôéïîáì Ãèéîåóå© 䚐ạ㛨 ¨Ëïòåáî© To change the display language, follow the steps below. 1. 2. Turn the Mode Dial to 1. Press the " button to select [LANGUAGE¯ ] and press the O or $ button.
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. Your camera is set to NTSC video format (used in Japan and other countries) for use with television equipment, etc. If the equipment you want to connect to uses PAL format (used in Europe and elsewhere), then switch your camera to PAL format before connecting.
Changing the Setting of Step Zooming (STEP ZOOM) The focal length with optical zooming can be fixed to any of four levels (28, 35, 50 and 80 mm as converted equivalent to 35 mm cameras) (Step Zoom). Possible Settings OFF *Initial setting at purchase ON To set whether to use step zooming (ON) or not (OFF), follow the steps below. Turn the mode dial to 1. 3. Press the #$ buttons to select a value. Changing Camera Settings 1. 2. Press the " button to select [STEP ZOOM].
Changing the USB Communication System (USB Connection) Changing the USB Communication System (USB Connection) If the USB communication system is changed (by selecting [MAS STR] at [USB CONNECTION] on the Setup menu), files in the camera can be browsed and transferred from the camera to your computer through the USB cable without installing the accessory application or USB driver. Usually, select [ORIGINL].
Caution • At [MAS STR], RICOH Gate La or Caplio Transfer Software cannot be used for file transfer. • At [MAS STR], files can only be read from the camera and cannot be written into or deleted from the camera. • For direct printing on a printer supporting both Direct Print and PictBridge, select [ORIGINL] at [USB CONNECTION]. To change the USB communication system, follow the steps below: 1. 2. Turn the mode dial to 1. 3. Press the #$ buttons to select a value.
To transfer images in Mass Storage Mode, follow the steps below: 1. Change [USB CONNECTION] to [MAS STR] on the Setup menu. 2. 3. Make sure that the camera power is off. 4. Connect the USB cable to the USB terminal of the camera. Connect the accessory USB cable to a USB port of your computer. The camera power becomes on. Your computer automatically reads a file Example of the Windows necessary for recognizing the camera as a XP screen drive.
Disconnecting the Camera from Your Computer (Windows) This display is an example for Windows XP. The terms are different for other OS but the operations are the same. Click the Remove Hardware Safely icon at the right end of the task bar. 2. Select [USB Large-capacity Storage Device] and click [Stop]. 3. Check that [USB Large-capacity Storage Device] is selected and click [OK]. 4. 5. Click [OK]. Changing Camera Settings 1. Unplug the USB cable.
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Installing the Provided Software (For Windows) You need to install software for transferring images to your computer before you can download images from the camera. Software installation is necessary for automatic image downloading from the camera into your computer. Note To download images from the camera to your computer without any software installed, change the camera setting for [USB CONNECTION] (P.124).
Item Name Description (Refer to) Install Caplio Software Use this button to install software required for handling the camera and images. P.134 View Software User Guide Use this button to display the Software User Guide (PDF). P.132 Browse CD-ROM Use this button to display the list of files contained on the CDROM. P.132 When [Install Caplio Software ] is clicked: (P.134) The following software will be installed: Software Windows XP Description 98 O O Downloads images.
When [View Software User Guide] is clicked: The Software User Guide (PDF file) on the Caplio Software CD-ROM can be displayed on your computer screen. If you are a Windows user and have Acrobat Reader installed on your computer, simply double-click [View Software User Guide]. If not installed, Acrobat Reader should be installed (see P.138). Click [Browse CD-ROM]. You can check folders and files on the CD-ROM. The CD-ROM contains not only the Caplio software but also the following software.
System Requirements for Using the Provided Software The following environments are necessary for using the provided software. Please check your computer, or the computer's user manual.
Installing the Software on Your Computer Caution • Do not connect your camera to the computer until indicated. If you happened to connect your camera to the computer (resulting in the [Add New Hardware Wizard] screen appearing), simply click [Cancel], and after disconnecting your camera, install the software on your computer.
5. Confirm where you want to install and then click [Next]. The [Select Program Folder] screen appears. 6. Confirm where you want to install and then click [Next]. Then the ImageMixer installer starts up successively. Install the software according to the onscreen instructions. Once ImageMixer is installed, a dialog box is displayed to indicate that all necessary software programs have been installed. Click [Finish]. Installing Software 7. 8. Restart your computer.
Connecting the Camera to Your Computer After installing the software on your computer, connect your camera to it. 1. 2. Make sure the camera power is off. 3. Connect the USB cable to the USB terminal of your camera. Connect the USB cable to the USB port of your computer. Your camera turns on. For Windows XP The first time you connect your camera to the computer using a USB cable, the [Found New Hardware Wizard] screen will appear. 1. Select [Install the software automatically (Recommended)]. 2.
Note By default, the WIA driver is installed in the following location: My Computer Local Disk Program Files Caplio Software WIA Driver 3. Select [RICOH Gate La], check [Always use this program for this action] check box, and then click [OK]. Installing Software To load images from the camera with assistance from the Windows XP Scanner and Camera Wizard, select [Scanner and Camera Wizard].
Installing Acrobat Reader Acrobat Reader is required to display the operation manual (PDF file). If the computer is running under Windows, Acrobat Reader can be installed. Acrobat Reader need not be installed if already installed on your computer. Caution • Do not install the software when the camera is connected to your computer with a USB cable. • For Windows XP or Windows 2000, Administrator privileges are required to install the software. 1.
Installing DirectX DirectX is a program to play a movie file by the ImageMixer. This camera requires DirectX 8.1 or later to play movie files in Windows. If you have an earlier version installed, please install the updated version available on the accompanying CD-ROM. For Windows XP, installation of DirectX is not needed because the updated version is already installed. Caution • Do not install the software when the camera is connected to your computer with a USB cable.
DeskTop Binder Lite This software to manage business documents can handle not only still images photographed with a digital camera but also documents scanned with a scanner, and documents or image files created by an application. Even files of different formats can be stored in a single document. By using Auto Document Link that monitors document update, you can capture images from the camera and register them in DeskTop Binder Lite.
1. Start your computer and insert the Caplio Software CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive on your computer. 2. Click [Browse CD-ROM]. Files in the CD-ROM are listed. 3. 4. Double-click the [DeskTop Binder Lite] folder. 5. Click the DeskTop Binder Lite button. 6. Install DeskTop Binder Lite according to on-screen messages. Double-click [Instdtb](Instdtb.exe). Installing Software When installation is completed, Windows automatically restarts.
Uninstalling the Software Caution • For 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. 1. 2. 3. Click [Start] on the Windows task bar. 4. 5. Select [Caplio Software] and then click [Change/Remove]. Select [Settings]-[Control Panel] ([Control Panel] for XP]).
Uninstalling the ImageMixer Caution • For 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. 1. 2. 3. Click [Start] on the Windows task bar. 4. 5. 6. Select [ImageMixer] and then click [Change/Remove]. Select [Settings]-[Control Panel] ([Control Panel] for XP]).
Installing the Provided Software (For Macintosh) You need to install software for transferring images to your computer before you can download images from the camera. Reference For how to download images from the camera into your computer, see the Software User Guide available from the Caplio Software CD-ROM. For how to display the Software User Guide, see P.145. Caution Be sure to install the software before you connect the camera to your computer with the cable.
For Mac OS 8.6 to 9.2.2, double-click the [Caplio Installer] icon to display the screen shown at right. Item Name Description (Refer to) Install Caplio Software Use this button to install software required for handling the camera and images. P.147 View Software User Guide Use this button to display the Software User Guide (PDF). P.145 Browse CD-ROM Use this button to display the list of files contained on the CDROM. P.
System Requirements for Using the Provided Software The following environments are necessary for using the provided software. Please check your computer, or the computer's user manual. Operating System Mac OS 8.6 to 9.2.2 / Mac OS X 10.1.2 to 10.3 Macintosh A USB port standard-equipped Apple Macintosh Series Internal Memory Mac OS 8.6 to 9.2.2 96 MB or more (128 MB or more recommended) Mac OS X 10.1.2 to 10.3 128 MB or more (256 MB or more recommended) Application Allocated Memory (For Mac OS 8.
Installing the Software on Your Computer (Mac OS 8.6 to 9.2.2) 1. Turn on your Macintosh and insert the Caplio Software CDROM in the CD-ROM drive. 2. Select the OS 9 folder. The [Caplio Installer] icon appears. 3. Double-click [Caplio Installer]. The “Caplio Installer” window opens. Click [Install Caplio Software]. Click [OK]. Click [Install]. Installing Software 4. 5. 6. When installation finishes, a message appears to inform you that it is necessary to restart your Macintosh. 7.
Installing the Software on Your Computer (Mac OS X 10.1.2 to 10.3) 1. Turn on your Macintosh and insert the Caplio CD-ROM in the CD-ROM drive. 2. Open the Mac OS X folder. The [Caplio Mounter.pkg] icon appears. 3. Double-click [Caplio Mounter.pkg]. The Installer starts. A screen appears prompting you to enter the administrator's password. 4. Click the key icon. An authentication window appears. 5. Enter the administrator's name and password, and then click [OK]. 6. Click [Continue].
7. Click the destination volume you want, and then click [Continue]. 8. Click [Install]. When installation finishes, a message appears to inform you that it is necessary to restart your Macintosh. 9. Click [Continue Installation]. The software is installed, and after a while an Installation Complete message appears. Installing Software 10.Click [Restart]. Your Macintosh restarts. Note To remove (uninstall) the software: 1. Start [Caplio Mounter] in [Applications] folder. 2.
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Troubleshooting Troubleshooting the Camera Power Supply Symptom Cause The power does not come Batteries are not loaded. Or they are on. exhausted. Remedy Load the batteries correctly. Recharge or P.20 use the AC Adapter. P.22 The battery is unacceptable. Replace the battery with an acceptable one. P.17 The AC Adapter is not connected correctly. Reconnect it properly. P.22 The camera is automatically turned off by Auto Power-off. Turn the power back on. P.26 The battery direction is wrong.
Shooting Symptom Cause The camera does not Batteries are not loaded. Or they are shoot even if you press exhausted. the shutter release button. Remedy If using alkaline batteries, replace the batteries with a new set. If using rechargeable batteries, recharge or use the AC Adapter. Refer to P.20 P.21 P.22 The power is not on. Or the camera is Turn the power on and turn the Mode not in Shooting Mode. Dial to Shooting Mode. P.26 The shutter button is not pressed all the way.
Symptom Cause Remedy The flash does not fire. Or Flashing is prohibited in the following the flash cannot recharge. statuses: - White Balance Bracket enabled - Continuous Shooting Mode - Movie Mode In some Scene Modes, flashing may be prohibited by default. (see P.161) Even though the flash fired, the picture is dark. The image is too bright. The image is too dark. For shooting with the flash, change the settings or mode. P.70 P.90 P.94 P.161 The flash is set to Flash Off.
Playback/Deleting Symptom Cause Remedy Cannot Playback. Or the The camera is not in Playback Mode. Turn the Mode Dial to 6 (Playback Playback screen does not Mode). come out. The VIDEO/AV cable is not Reconnect it properly. connected properly. The video format is set wrong. Refer to P.45 P.49 Set to correct format. P.122 The contents of SD No memory card is loaded. Or a Memory Card cannot be Memory Card with no stored images replayed. Or the Playback is loaded. screen does not come out.
Other Problems Symptom Cause Remedy Refer to Cannot load the Memory Card. The card is facing the wrong way. Load correctly. P.25 Even when the camera's buttons are pressed, it does not operate. Batteries are running low. If using alkaline batteries, replace the batteries with a new set. If using rechargeable batteries, recharge or use the AC Adapter. P.20 P.21 P.22 Camera malfunction. Turn the power off once, turn it back on and switch to 5 (Still Image). P.
Warning Messages Under Windows XP Service Pack 2 When software for Ricoh's digital camera is used on a PC with Windows XP Service Pack 2 installed, the following warning message may appear at software activation or USB connection. With this in mind, refer to the following: 1. Check the information provided on the message screen to make sure that it comes from a reputable source, and then click the [Unblock] button.
If you clicked the [Keep Blocking] button: Follow the steps below to check to see the Windows Firewall settings. 1. 2. Click [Start] and then [Control Panel]. Double-click [Windows Firewall]. If [Windows Firewall] is not displayed, click [Switch to Classic Display] at the upper left of the window. 3. 4. Click the [Exceptions] tab. 5. Click the [Add Program] button to add software that uses the network. Check that the software is in [Programs and Services].
Appendices A. Specifications General Video Signal Format NTSC, PAL Power Source Voltage AA Dry Alkaline Batteries (1.5 V) X 2 Rechargeable Battery (3.7 V) X 1 External Part (AC Adapter); 3.8 V External Dimensions Weight 113.6mm (W) x 58.0mm (H) x 29.
• ISO Sensitivity AUTO, ISO64, ISO100, ISO200, ISO400, ISO800, ISO1600 Distance Control • AF Method Normal Shooting: External Passive / CCD method; Macro: CCD method • AF Measurement Range Normal: approx. 0.3 m - infinity. Macro: approx. 0.01 m - infinity Internal Flash • Method Flashmatic • Shooting Distance Approx. 0.2 to 5.0 m (W), Approx. 0.15 to 2.9 m (T) (ISO:AUTO) • Operating Modes Flash Off/Forced flash/Auto/Slow synchro/Red-eye reduction • Date Maintain Time Approx.
B. Optional Accessories The Caplio GX8 can be used with the items (sold separately) listed below. Item Model Remarks AC Adapter AC-4a Used for power supply from a home outlet to the camera. PC Card Adapter FM-SD53 For when you want to load an SD Memory Card directly into your computer's PC Card Slot. Rechargeable Battery DB-43 Available for this camera. Battery Charger BJ-2 This is a special high-speed (rechargeable) battery charger.
D. Menu Items By Mode Shooting Menu (Movie Mode) Setting Option Refer to Movie Size [320], 160 P.62 Focus [AF], MF, SNAP, ∞ P.64 White Balance [AUTO], (Daylight), (Fluorescent light), (Overcast), (Tungsten light), P.79 (One Push) Shooting Menu (Scene Mode, except in Text Mode) Setting Option Refer to Pic Quality/Size NC3264, F3264, [N3264], N2592, N2048, N1280, N640 P.62 Focus [AF], SNAP, ∞ (except in Landscape) P.64 Image With Sound ON, [OFF] P.
E. Functions Whose Defaults will be Restored upon Power-off Power-off may reset some function settings to their defaults. The table below indicates whether or not the function will be reset to its defaults upon power-off. Mode Function The current setting is kept: O, Restored: X SETUP LCD BRIGHTNESS O ADJ. BUTT. SET. O BEEP SOUND O LCD CONFIRM. O AUTO POWER OFF O SEQUENTIAL NO.
Mode Playback Function The current setting is kept: O, Restored: X APERTURE SETTING O Self-timer X Flash O Macro shooting X LCD screen display Other than Synchro-Monitor Mode: O, Synchro-Monitor Mode: X SCENE Mode O LCD screen display O Volume O F. 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 onto an SD memory card at various image size and picture quality settings.
Note • The number of remaining shots displayed on the LCD monitor may differ from the actual number of shots, depending on the subject. • The maximum number of pictures and other numeric values may be different even for cards of the same capacity if the manufacturer, type, or shooting conditions are different. • The continuous shooting (recording) time depends on the card type, capacity, and performance. G.
166 For how to change settings of interval shooting. For frame feeding in SCONT or MCONT. For how to switch between files. For how to change the date and time setting. For how to change the magnification of enlarged display screen at still image playback. For how to change the LCD brightness. For volume adjustment. For how to select a language on the display language setting screen.
H. Using Your Camera Abroad AC Adapter (Model AC-4a) Can be used in regions with a current of 120V, 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. Warranty This product is for domestic use. The warranty is only valid domestically.
I. Cautions on Use • This product is for domestic use. The warranty is only valid domestically. • 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. • Be sure not to drop or apply any sudden force to the camera. • Firing the flash consecutively may heat the firing unit. Do not fire it consecutively more than necessary. • Do not fire the flash near eyes.
J. Care and Storage Care • Please note that if fingerprints, dirt, etc. get onto the lens, picture quality will suffer. • When dust or dirt does get on the lens, do not touch it directly with your fingers, and either use a blower (available in stores) to blow it off, or a soft cloth to gently dust it off. • 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.
K. Error Messages If an error message is displayed on the LCD Monitor, take the corresponding action. Error Message Cause and Action Page INSERT CARD No card is loaded. Insert a card. P.25 SET DATE The date is not set. Set the date. P.120 FILE NUMBER OVER The file number limit has been exceeded. Please use another card, or delete unwanted files. P.118 UNMATCHED FILE The camera cannot display this file. Check the file contents on your computer, and then delete the file. - INSUFFICIENT MEMORY.
L. Warranty and Servicing 1. This product is backed by a limited warranty. During the warranty period mentioned in the Warranty supplied with your camera, 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 your nearest Ricoh service office. Please note that you will be not be reimbursed for the cost of bringing the camera to the Ricoh service office. 2.
INFORMATION TO THE USER USA FCC Part15 Class B The equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Index A A/M ........................................................14 AC Adapter ............................................11 Acrobat Reader ...................................132 ADJ BTN.SET. .....................................114 ADJ. Button ...........................................59 Auto Bracket ..........................................69 AUTO POWER OFF ............................117 Auto Power Off ......................................26 AV Cable .........................................
USB Cable .............................................10 USB Driver ...................................131, 144 V Voice Memo ...........................................96 W Warranty and Servicing .......................171 WAV file .................................................96 White Balance .......................................79 White Balance Bracket ..........................70 WIA Driver ...........................................131 Z Zoom ....................................................
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Telephone Support Numbers in Europe UK (from within the UK) (from outside of the UK) 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 268 409 Italia (dall’Italia) (dall’estro) España (desde España) (desde fuera de España) Nederland (binnen Nederland) (vanuit het buitenland) http://www.service.ricohpmmc.
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