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4. Setting Lens to the "P" Position - 14 28. Interval Timer Photography - 60 5. Power On/Off Switch - 15 29. Left Hand Shutter Release - 61 6. Monitoring Condition of Batteries - 16 30. B (Bulb) Setting - 62 7. Loading the Film - 18 31. More Exciting Applications for the Camera with Speedlite PX/300P/260P - 64 8. Setting the Film ISO Speed - 21 9. Indications in Viewfinder - 23 10. How to Hold Your Camera - 24 32. Flash Photography with Other Ricoh Flash Units - 66 33.
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1. ATTACHING THE STRAP 1. Remove the Battery Holder by turning the Battery Holder Screw counter clockwise with a coin. (Fig. 1) 2. Slip the Viewfinder Cap on to the strap. (Fig. 2) Slip Cap over Viewfinder. (Fig. 3) Adjust strap so that it extends about 25 cm (10 I) from Viewfinder. 3. Run the strap down through the Upper Strap Lug until it protrudes about 8 cm (3") from the lug. Then feed the end through the Buckle. (Fig. 4.) 4.
3. MOUNTING AND REMOVING THE LENS 1. Pull off the Back Lens Cap to remove it from the lens. (Fit 2. Pull off the Camera Body Cap. (Fig. 8) 3. Align the red dot on the camera with the red dot on the 1' and mount the lens on the camera (Fig. 9) 4. Turn the lens in the direction shown by the arrow until it clicks into place. (Fig. 10) 5. To remove the lens, depress Lens Release Button, then turn the lens in the direction shown by the arrow. (Fig.
4. SETTING LENS TO THE P (PROGRAM) POSITION 1. While the P Lock Button is pressed, turn the F-stop Ring. (Fig. 12) 2. Set it to the locked P position for programmed automatic exposure photography. (Fig. 13) I * To unlock the F-stop ring from P. turn it while the P Lock | Button is depressed. 5. POWER ON/OFF SWITCH 1. Slide the Power On/Off Switch to ON. (Fig. 14) * If you slide the Power On/Off Switch to the sound mark ·1)), a beep will be heard whenever the mode is changed, the self- timer is used, etc.
6. MONITORING CONDITION OF BATTERIES 1. Batteries are in good condition when the (full battery icon) symbol appears on the top LCD Display Panel. (Fig. 16) 2. When the batteries are nearly exhausted, the (blank battery icon) symbol | will be displayed on top LCD. (Fig. 17) Replace with fresh batteries. * If a Non-DX film is in camera when the (blank battery icon) symbol is displayed, you may have to rewind the film manually (see section 15) when you reach the end of roll. 3.
* Cold temperatures will reduce battery efficiency. In freezing weather, the symbol may turn off and only the (low battery icon) symbol may show on the LCD Display Panel. If you are taking pictures in cold weather, keep the batteries warm and insert them just before shooting. 7. LOADING THE FILM Always avoid direct sunlight when loading the film. 1. Depress the Back Cover Lock Release (Red) Button and slide the Back Cover Latch down. (Fig. 21) 2.
5. As soon as you close the Back Cover, the film speed appears on LCD Display Panel for 1—2 seconds. Then the LCD Display Panel will show the following signs (Fig.
8. SETTING THE FILM ISO SPEED DX coded films are provided with black-and-silver patterns corresponding to film speed and number of exposure on roll. The camera reads this pattern and automatically sets itself for DX films with speeds ranging from ISO 12 to 6400. (Fig. 28) DX films 1. The film speed and the "DX" verification symbols are briefly displayed on LCD Display Panel. (Fig. 29) * For advanced applications, you may wish to raise or lower the ISO speed of a DX coded film.
Non DX films 1. Press the ISO Button (under cover on top left of camera) to display the film ISO speed in the LCD Display Panel. (Fig. 30) 2. While keeping the ISO Button depressed, press the Up or Down Button until the desired film speed appears on the LCD Display panel. (Fig. 31) * The digits of the film speed shown on the LCD Display Panel can be changed fast by keeping the Up or Down Button depressed. 9.
10. Program Mode 1. Blinking AE Lock Indicator 11. TV Mode 2. Subtractive Film Counter Display (displays the last 9 frames with DX-coded films) 12. Shutter Speed Indicator 3. Blinking Exposure Compensation Indicator 13. Flash Ready Indicator (lights) 4. Blinking Underexposure Indicator 14. Correct Auto Flash Indicator 5. Blinking Overexposure Indicator 15. Aperture Readout (Program Mode) 6. Shutter Speed Scale 16. (Box with image of sun on right): Auto Backlight Indicator 7.
11. SETTING THE PROGRAM FOR AE (PROGRAMMED AUTOMATIC EXPOSURE) PHOTOGRAPHY In program AE photography, the camera automatically selects the F-stop and the shutter speed according to subject illumination. Programmed exposures are best suited for general photography of people and scenery. Special-effects shooting, etc., can best be done using the camera's many override options. Please keep in mind however that for most shooting you can just focus and shoot. 1.
12. FOCUSING Look through the Viewfinder and turn the Focusing Ring until you obtain the sharpest possible image. (Figs. 39-A, 39.B) 1. Split image focusing spot: When both images in the split-image spot form a single, clear image, the subject is in focus. 2. Microprism focusing collar: When the subject loses its shimmering appearance, the subject is in focus. 3. Matte screen focusing field: When the subject loses its blurred appearance, the subject is in focus.
On many lenses, your depth-of-field can be checked in the following way: 1. Focus the lens on the subject. 2. The main indicator line opposite the lens focusing scale will show the actual distance to the subject. 3. A pair (or pairs) of lines alongside the main indicator will now show the range of subject sharpness on either side of the subject that will also be in acceptable focus at one or more aperture (F-number) settings. For example, if you are using a 50 mm normal lens, set to f/16 and focused to 3.
15. REWINDING THE FILM 1. DX coded films will rewind automatically when you reach the end of the roll. * Film rewinding is indicated by a series of three dashes flashing in sequence from right to left, while the Exposure counter is counting down. (Fig. 46) 2. When the film is fully rewound, the motor stops automatically and "E" appears on the LCD Display Panel. (Fig. 47) You can now open the Back Cover to unload the film. * The Shutter Release is locked when "E" is displayed. 3.
16. SELF TIMER PHOTOGRAPHY The Self-timer is used to include yourself in your pictures and normally provides a delay of 10 seconds, other times are available and may be changed as follows: 1. Switch to single exposure mode. (Fig. 49) * If full display information is not showing, lightly touch the Shutter Release to make the information reappear. 2. Press and hold the INT Button to display the interval time on the LCD Display Panel. 3.
* The LCD will display the actual count down. (Fig. 52) * When using the Self-timer in all modes other than manual always use the Viewfinder Cap attached to the strap to covet the Viewfinder Eyepiece to avoid incorrect exposure due to stray light entering the Viewfinder Eyepiece. (Fig. 53) * The Self-timer sound can be eliminated by setting the Power Switch to the ON position. (Fig. 54) 17.
When the Speedlite PX is used on the camera, and the camera is set to program AE photography, the shutter speed and F-stop are automatically set. Flash photography is a direct metering system and light is measured off the film plane to control the flash duration. This makes possible a world of special applications, as well as the ultimate in point and shoot simplicity. 1. Carefully align the Guide Pin with the Guide Holder while inserting the hook of the Speedlite PX into the holder of camera.
8. If the flash exposure is correct, the Flash Ready Indicator blinks for about one second. (Fig. 62) If exposure is not correct when it does not blink. Change conditions (Fstop, distance, etc.) and try shooting again. 9. To remove the flash, depress the Lock Release Button and pull the flash in the direction of arrow. (Fig. 63) * When you are close to your subject, very little flash power is needed, therefore the flash recycle time will be very fast.
* To cancel the shutter lock press the Reset Button, or push the Up or Down Button while keeping the Film Advance Mode Button (C/S) depressed. 19. HOW TO USE THE MULTI PROGRAMS The camera exposure meters are designed to utilize a multprogram system. Three "customized" programs can be selected by the photographer according to taking conditions and subject. (Fig. 65) A. P program: An average shutter speed and F-stop are combined. This program is recommended for general shooting. (Fig. 66) 4www.butkus.
program with the Program Mode Selector Switch. 20. APERTURE-PRIORITY AE (AUTO EXPOSURE) PHOTOGRAPHY In aperture-priority AE photography, the camera automatically sets correct shutter speeds according to your pre-selected F-stop number and the brightness of your subjects. This is suitable for photography taking advantage of specific depth-of-field requirements as in portraits or scenic pictures. 1. Set the shutter speed dial to AUTO. (Fig. 69) 2. Turn the F-stop Ring to set the desired F-stop number.
21. SHUTTER BIAS PROGRAM AE PHOTOGRAPHY The shutter bias program AE photography is actually a combination of the program AE photography and shutter speed priority AE photography. (Fig. 72) Use this mode to avoid shutter speeds lower than the pre-selected shutter speed. This is particularly useful in sports photography. For example, set the Shutter Speed Dial at 250 to avoid any shutter speed slower than 1/250 sec. When the subject is bright enough, any shutter speed between 1/250 and 1/2000 sec.
22. FULL MANUAL PHOTOGRAPHY You may manually select the shutter and the F-stop number for unusual or creative picture taking situations. 1. Set the shutter to the desired speed using the Up or Down Button and information provided on LCD Display. (Fig. 76) Your pre-selected shutter speed will be shown by the single steady indicator on the Viewfinder LCD Display A second shutter speed indicator may blink to indicate the camera meters suggested speed at a given fstop. (Fig.
23. TV MODE Use this mode to record TV images. 1. Select the TV mode by pressing the Up or Down Button until TV appears on either LCD Display. (Fig. 79) 2. Set the Program Mode Indicator (on the Top LCD) to the type of TV system you are using by sliding the Program Mode Selector Switch. (Fig. 80) Shutter Speed TV Program Selector System of TV Country PAL PAL or SECAM in Europe NTSC NTSC In U.S. & Japan CRT Still TV images (Used for computers, etc.) 3. Turn the F-stop Ring to P (Fig.
24. EXPOSURE METERING SYSTEMS The camera is designed with 3 types of exposure metering systems: center-weighted average, spot and automatic backlight control. Each system can be easily chosen by the Exposure Mode Selector Switch according to taking conditions, subjects, and experience. 1. Center-weighted average exposure metering system Lighting situations vary and the camera provides you with the means to master them.
Here's how it works (for the technically inclined): 1. First it makes and compares two separate readings for the overall average light level and the central spot area. 2. If they are both similar, the average reading is used. 3. If the center is 2—3 stops darker than the overall average, the exposure will be increased by 12 stops above the average setting. 4. As the difference approaches 5 stops, the adjustment actually decreases in an effort to preserve the visual effect. 5.
* Reprogramming any default value may be done as follows: a. Press and hold Reset Button. Then, ... b. Use Up or Down Button to select manual shutter speed, TV, etc. c. Also press and hold INT or + /- Button and use Up or Down Button to enter new time or exposure adjustment. d. Press C/S Button to select most used Film Advance Mode. e. Release Reset Button to enter new default setting.
A flickering AEL is now displayed on the Viewfinder LCD. (Fig. 87) 3. AE lock is automatically cancelled after the Shutter Release Button is pressed for the exposure. * To cancel AE lock without taking a picture press AE Button a second time. * For a continuous exposure series under similar conditions all requiring the use of AE lock, you may wish to adjust your exposure using the exposure compensation feature instead. 27.
Exposure adjustment examples: SUBJECT Figures in back light Scenery with much sky Figures with snow mountains or sea on the background Figures in spot light (on stage etc.) EXPOSURE ADJUSTMENT +4 to +1 +1 - 4 to - 1 1. Press and hold the Exposure Compensation (+ / - ) Button. (Fig. 88) 2. Press the Up or Down Button until the desired amount and direction of the compensation appears on the LCD. Adjust meets may be made up to + / - 4 EV (stops) in 1/3 EV increments. (Fig.
28. INTERVAL TIMER PHOTOGRAPHY The camera is equipped with a built-in interval timer. (Pre-programmed for 10 sec. delay) However, the interval timer may be set to automatically take pictures at regular intervals of 1 sec. to 1 hr. for time lapse studies, astrophotography, recording of wild animals, plants growing, etc. 1. While the Interval Timer Button is held down, set the desired interval timer by pressing the Up or Down Button. (Fig. 91) 2.
29. LEFT HAND SHUTTER RELEASE Set the Interval Timer to 0 seconds to release shutter instantly when the Self-timer Button is pressed. It may now be used as a left-hand shutter release. (Figs. 94A, 94B) 30. B (BULB) SETTING The B (Bulb) setting is used for shooting night scenes or other long exposure times. 1. Set the shutter speed to bulb by pressing the Up or Down Button. (Fig. 95) 2. When the Shutter Release Button is pressed, the shutter is kept open as long as the button remains depressed.
4. Press and hold the INT Button; then use the Up or Down Button to set the desired length of your exposure time (up to 3600 sec.). A few seconds after the time has been entered the LCD will change back to bulb and the INT Indicator will be blinking. 5. Press the Self-timer Button or use the Ricoh electronic cable release, to begin the exposure. The display will now change to a count-down timer for the duration of the time entered, then the shutter will close.
3. Set the program mode to PA for sports, car racing, etc., or a greater working (flash) range. F-stop will automatically be set to F2.8 (except, of course, on lenses with smaller maximum apertures). (Fig. 99) * When the Speedlite 260P is used alone, the flash program mode is automatically set to P (even when you set the program mode to PD or PA). The flash ready indicator does not hi ink and the camera beep will not be heard even if the flash shot is made with correct exposure. 32.
33. FLASH PHOTOGRAPHY WITH SPEEDLITE PX PLUS 300P When the subject for the flash photography is distant, use dual flashes for extra power. 1. Attach both the Speedlite PX and 300P to the camera according to their Instruction Manuals. 2. Set the camera for program AE photography. (i.e. lens at P and shutter on AUTO) (Fig. 101) 3. Turn both flashes power switches on. 4www.butkus.org 4. When both flashes are fully charged, the flash ready indicator blinks slowly. 5.
35. FLASH IN DAYLIGHT When taking pictures in back light, the subject is affected by strong background light and dark (underexposures) subjects may result. Properly lit pictures can easily be obtained by using flash even in daylight. This technique is known as fill-flash. When the Speedlite PX, 300P or 260P are used on the camera, professional daylight fill-flash pictures can be automatically accomplished even by novice photographers. (Figs. 103,104) With Speedlite PX: 1.
* If the ambient light level dictates an unusually small aperture for correct over all exposure, the camera will automatically select and set it. * If the camera's audio signal is turned on and there is sufficient ambient light for good average exposure, you will hear a beep each time the flash fires, irregardless of the level of fill-flash provided. (Fig. 105) * When the flash shot is made with correct exposure, the flash ready indicator in the Viewfinder will blink.
36. SHUTTER BIAS FLASH AE This method uses a combination of program flash AE and shutter bias AE photography, when used with non-moving subjects, it allows intentionally long exposure times to record subjects (such as night scenes) under more natural available light, along with a supplemental flash exposure for extra illumination of a foreground subject. (Fig. 106) 1. Set the lens aperture to P. and the Program Selector Switch to P or PA. (PA will provide larger apertures and a more distant range.) (Fig.
38. DIOPTRIC LENSES The viewfinder eyepiece has a built-in -1 correction (suitable for most normal vision). If a dioptric lens is fitted, you do not have to wear eye-glasses when taking pictures. Slip the lens in the groove in the finder eyepiece. Dioptric lenses are available in 7 types: -4, -3, -2, -1, +1, +2 and +3 (Diopters) Note: Some forms of astigmatism etc. may make dioptric eyepiece correction impossible. Please check with your vision specialist for a recommendation based on your prescription. 39.
. INTERCHANGEABLE VIEWFINDER SCREENS Ricoh offers a choice of 3 additional viewfinder screens to suit your needs or tastes. Each features Ricoh's Acu-Bright mat for optimum brightness and easier focusing in dim light. The XR-M mirror is multi-coated and the pentaprism is silver-vapor coated to provide the brightest possible viewing image. (Figs. 110 A, 110-B, 110-C) 42. SPEEDLITE PX The Speedlite PX is dedicated to the camera exposure is controlled TTL by measuring light off the film plane.
43. XR SPEEDLITE 300P The XR Speedlite 300P unit provides full AE through-the-lens flash and simple daylight flash by measuring light off the film plane and simple pro-fill daylight flash photography. Lots of modes - Program Flash AE, Aperture Priority Flash AE, Shutter Bias Flash AE, Manual Flash and Program Daylight Synchronization - open up exciting creative possibilities and assure great results. (Fig. 112) 44.
47. PROPER CARE OF YOUR CAMERA 1. Do not touch lens or mirror surfaces with your fingers to clean them. Blow dust away with a blower or wipe gently with soft cloth. If you must clean the lens surface use only 1 drop of lens cleaning fluid on a camera lens tissue. 2. Excessive shock and humidity, or salt may make any camera malfunction. When you use the camera at the beach, in a corrosive atmosphere, or in a place where chemicals are used, carefully wipe it clean. 3.
Focusing Screen: Interchangeable screens are available optionally Exposure Metering System: Three selectable TTL full open metering systems 1. Center-weighted average metering 2. Auto backlight control metering 3. Spot area metering Exposure Coupling Range: EV 0 -18 (with ISO 100 film, 50mm F1.4 standard lens) Flash Terminal: X synchro contact on the hot shoe, and synchro socket for Speedlite PX Flash Modes: Full AE TTL metering with Speedlite 300P, 260P and PX 1. Program flash AE 2.
