Appendix Troubleshooting .................... 128 Error Messages ..................... 131 Using Your Camera in Other Countries ............................... 133 Recording Capacities ........... 134 Accessories ........................... 135 Handling Precautions ........... 136 Care and Storage .................. 137 Specifications ........................ 138 About the Warranty and Servicing ................................ 140 Index ....................................... 142 Functional Index .........
Troubleshooting Refer to the pointers listed below before submitting the equipment for repairs. If the problem persists after trying the suggestions, contact your nearest Ricoh service office.
Problem Autofocus is on but camera not focusing Flash will not fire or will not charge Image dark even with flash Image is too bright Image is too dark Unnatural coloration of image Date and other recording data not displayed No playback or image will not appear Cause Dirty lens or AF viewfinder Subject not in center of shooting scope Subject difficult to focus on Remedy Clean lens or viewfinder. Use focus lock. Page – P.49 Use focus lock or switch to manual focus.
Problem Display shut off Remote control unit (optional) will not work LCD monitor brightness changes during autofocus operation Vertical lines appear on image Cause Battery is exhausted Auto power off activated Obstruction between remote control unit and camera sensor Remote control transmitter or camera sensor is dirty Remote control lithium battery is exhausted Area captured by autofocus field and surrounding area have different light levels or location is dark Phenomenon occurring with bright subject,
Error Messages If an error message is displayed on the LCD monitor or LCD panel, follow the procedures below. Error Message System error occurs Unable to change memory Insufficient memory Change to card Format required Format internal memory Card is unavailable Format error UNMATCHED FILE No file Insufficient memory. Continue copy? File number over. Cannot save. Exceeded DPOF limit. Set up to 999. Failed to create DPOF files Failed to read DPOF files Remedy Turn the power off and on.
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Using Your Camera in Other Countries Ricoh AC-3 AC adapter (optional) • The adapter can be used in regions where the voltage ranges from 100 V to 240 V and the frequency is 50Hz/60Hz. • Some countries use electrical outlets which have different shapes. Inquire at your travel agent about the necessary plug adapter for the country of your destination before you leave.
Recording Capacities The table below gives approximate recording picture counts by CF card capacity, image quality and size. 16 MB 13 26 51 Still picture (no. of 2 images) 38 74 161 51 Text (no.
Accessories Item AC adapter Battery charger Model Remarks AC-3 Used to supply power directly from a household electrical outlet. → P.18 “Connecting an AC Adapter” BJ-1 Used to charge the battery for powering the camera Rechargeable lithium ion battery DB-20L Battery for powering the camera. DR-3/ For remote operation of the Remote control unit DR-4 camera’s recording and playback functions. Note • For Ricoh compatible products, see the separate list of Compatible Products.
Handling Precautions ● This camera is not waterproof. Keep away from water, rain, beverages, etc. If any liquid gets into the camera, consult your nearest Ricoh service office. ● Be careful not to drop the camera or subject it to impact. ● To avoid overheating, do not use the flash more than is necessary in continuous shots. ● Do not look through the viewfinder directly at the sun or intense light. ● Do not fire the flash close to a baby’s eyes as this may cause impaired eyesight.
Care and Storage ■ Care ● Fingerprints or dirt on the lens or AF viewfinder will reduce the quality of the image, so take care not to get them dirty. ● Do not wipe dust or smears off the lens or AF viewfinder with your fingers. Use a lens blower, readily available at most photographic suppliers, to blow dust off, or a soft cloth and wipe lightly. ● Be sure to clean the lens after use at the beach or in the vicinity of chemicals. ● If the camera should malfunction, contact your nearest Ricoh service office.
Specifications ■ General ● Video Signal Protocol ● Power Source Voltage : NTSC/PAL : Battery: 3.7 V : AC: 5 V ● Dimensions (W × H × D) : 141.9 × 78.2 × 30.3 mm (5.6” × 3.1” × 1.2”) (excluding projections) ● Weight : Approx. 295 g (10.
■ Image Data Recording and Playback ● Image Resolution • Still picture : 2048 × 1536, 1024 × 768, 640 × 480 pixels • Text : 2048 × 1536, 1024 × 768 pixels • Motion picture : 320 × 240 pixels ■ File Format • Still picture : Compressed: JPEG (Exif2.1); Non-Compressed: TIFF (YUV) • Text : TIFF (G4 MMR system) • Motion picture : AVI (Conforms to Open DML Motion JPEG format) 15 frames/second • Voice memo : WAV (Exif2.
About the Warranty and Servicing 1. This product 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 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.
Note • Before sending the camera in for repair, check the battery and read the instruction manual again to ensure proper operation. • Some repairs require a significant amount of time to be completed. • When sending the camera to a service center, please include a note which describes the defective part and the problem as precisely as possible. • Remove all accessories not related to the problem before sending the camera to the service center.
Index Functional Index SET Mode (Setup) ◆ CAMERA SETTINGS ... KEEP SETTINGS ....... ... LCD CONFIRM. ......... ... AUTO POWER OFF ... ... BEEP SOUND ............ ... POWER SAVE ........... Camera .................................. P.108 Camera .................................. P.109 Camera .................................. P.110 Camera .................................. P.111 Camera .................................. P.112 ... DATE SETTINGS ....... ... LANGUAGE ............... ... VIDEO OUT MODE .... .
... FTP UPLOAD ............. ... QUICK SEND ............. ... NETWORK ................. ... PC CONNECTION ..... ... MODEM SETTING ..... Communication/Internet ......... P.51 Communication/Internet ......... P.44 Connecting to a Psersonal Computer ..... P.158 Connecting to a Psersonal Computer ..... P.156 Communication/Internet ......... P.60 ◆ FORMAT ................................................... Camera .................................. P.35 Recording Mode ◆ MENU Button Camera .....................
Play Mode ( ) ◆ MENU Button ... SEND ......................... ... QUICK SEND ............. ... COPY ......................... ... PROTECT .................. ... AUTO PLAYBACK ..... Communication/Internet ...... P.70, 73 Communication/Internet ...... P.68 Camera ............................... P.88 Camera ............................... P.92 Camera ............................... P.95 ... DPOF SETTING ......... Camera ............................... P.96 ... VOICE MEMO ............ Camera ..............
PC Mode ( ) Connecting to a Personal Computer Communication Mode ( ) ... E-MAIL ....................... Communication/Internet ........... P.83 ... DIRECT UPLOAD ...... Communication/Internet ........... P.
Alphabetical Index A E AC adapter .......................................... 18 AF LED ................................................ 47 Auto bracket ........................................ 74 Auto focus lamp .................................. 47 Auto playback ...................................... 95 Auto power off ................................... 110 Error Message ................................... 131 Exposure compensation ..................... 58 Exposure metering system ..................
Recording mode ........................... 41 LCD panel ........................................... 26 Lens cap .............................................. 14 M Macro mode ........................................ Manual focus ....................................... Memory card ....................................... Mode dial ............................................. Monochrome mode ............................. Motion Picture mode ...........................
Declaration of Conformity “The Product complies with the requirements of the EMC Directive 89/336/EEC.
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, user, and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
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Introduction Ricoh Service Offices Thank you for purchasing a Ricoh RDC-i500. This manual explains the correct handling procedures and precautions for your camera. To ensure the best performance, please read the manual thoroughly before using the camera. Keep the manual handy for quick future reference. Ricoh Co., Ltd. 3-2-3, Shin-yokohama Kohoku-ku, Yokohama-shi 222-8530, Japan http://www.ricoh.co.
Camera Operation Manual RICOH CO., LTD. 3-2-3, Shin-yokohama Kohoku-ku, Yokohama-shi 222-8530, Japan L2172551 Camera Operation Manual To ensure correct use of your camera, read this manual carefully before use. Keep the manual handy for future use.
