Operation Manual For the safe use of your camera, be sure to read the Safety Precautions thoroughly before use.
Using These Manuals Using This Guide The three manuals included are for your Caplio RX. Display examples: This manual gives examples of LCD monitor displays from the Caplio G4 wide that has shooting functions equivalent to those of this camera. 1. Please read this first: Read Me First (a sheet of printed document) Terms: In this guide, still images, movies, and sounds are all referred to as "images" or "files." This manual introduces the package contents and explains easy shooting.
Contents Shooting with Multi-Shot............................................. 42 Shooting with S Multi-Shot ......................................... 42 Shooting with M Multi-Shot......................................... 42 Shooting Movies .................................................. 42 Shooting with Optical Zoom................................. 43 Using These Manuals ............................................ 2 1. Please read this first: ................................................2 2.
Changing the Playback Method for Viewing on TV (VIDEO OUT MODE)......................................... 112 Viewing Still Images Recorded on an SD Memory Card ..... 79 Viewing Still Images Recorded on Internal Memory ...80 Viewing Movies .................................................... 80 Chapter 2 Playing Back Images (Pictures/Movies) on a Computer (For Windows) Adjusting the Movie Sound Volume............................81 Playing Back Sound .............................................
Using the Shortcut Menu ......................................... 140 Displaying the Viewer Screen ............................ 141 Using the Viewer Screen ..........................................141 Printing an Image ............................................... 142 To Print an Image .....................................................142 Using the [Print Setup] Dialog Box .......................... 142 Checking the Printing Layout................................... 143 Making printer settings .....
Chapter 1 Using Your Camera Section 1 Getting Started This section explains how to get your camera ready, from taking it out of the package to preparing to shoot.
Checking that Everything is Packed 1 Quick Start Guide The following items should be included with the camera. Please make sure everything was packed. Caplio RX Caplio CD-ROM The software and the operation manual are included on this CD-ROM. AA Alkaline Batteries (LR6) (2) Warranty Card Handstrap Safety Precautions AV Cable Used when viewing your images on a TV unit.
Names of Parts Optional Accessories AC Adapter (AC-4a) It is necessary to know these in order to understand the explanations in this manual. Check the following. Used for power supply from a home outlet to the camera. Connect this adapter for longtime play or image transfer to a personal computer. Camera Front View Battery Charger (BJ-2) Rechargeable Battery (DB-43) 1. Shutter Release Button (see P.34) 2. Mode Dial (see P.11) 3. Flash Other products sold separately: 4.
1. Flash Lamp Rear View 2. Auto Focus Lamp 3. Viewfinder 4. Power Button (see P.16) 5. Z (Wide-angle)/9 (Thumbnail Display) Button (see P.43) 1 6. z (Telephoto)/8 (Enlarged View) Button (see P.43) 7. # Button/Q (Quick Review) Button (see P.78) Left Side, looking from the front 8. $ Button/F(Flash) Button (see P.50) 9. O (OK) Button 10.! Button 11. " /N (Macro) Button (see P.45) 12.DISP. Button 13.M Button 14.D (Delete)/T (Self-timer) Button (see P.87/P.51) Bottom 15.ADJ. Button 16.LCD Monitor 17.
How to Use the Mode Dial The following batteries can be used in the camera. Please choose which kind to use according to your needs. • AA Alkaline Batteries (LR6) (included) 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. You can obtain them anywhere, so they are convenient for travel. However, in a low-temperature environment the number of shots you can take will decrease.
Using the Batteries • The number of shots is for reference only. If the camera is used for long periods od time for setting and playback, the shooting time (the number of shots) will decrease. 1 If you have already used this camera, make sure it is turned off before loading batteries. • Other batteries, such as manganese dry cell (R6) and Ni-Cd, cannot be used. • Please remove the batteries if you are not going to use the camera for a long period of time.
4. Close the battery/card cover and slide it back into place. • Other batteries, such as manganese dry cell (R6) and Ni-Cd, cannot be used. • With AA Alkaline Batteries (LR6), the number of shots may differ depending on the batteries. 1 • Please remove the batteries if you are not going to use it for a long period of time. Using the Rechargeable Battery Removing the Rechargeable Battery If you have already used this camera, make sure it is turned off before removing batteries.
4. Using the AC Adapter Close the battery/card cover and slide it back into place. If you have already used this camera, make sure it is turned off before loading the AC Adapter Battery. 1 Battery for use with the AC Adapter AC Adapter Setting up the AC Adapter • Please remove the rechargeable batteries if you are not going to use the camera for a long period of time. • Use the battery charger BJ-2 (sold separately) to recharge the battery. 1. Make sure the camera's power is off. 2.
4. Removing the AC Adapter Open the power (DC input) cable cover and take the cable out. 5. Close the battery/card cover and slide it back into place. 6. Plug the power cord into an outlet. When using the AC Adapter, the battery level indication may not reach the full area. 1. Make sure the camera's power is off. 2. Unplug the power plug from the outlet. 3. Open the battery/card cover. The cover slides open in two steps.
Turning the Power On/ Off Auto Power-off Turning the Camera On • If the camera goes unused for a set period of time, it will automatically turn itself off to save power. To use the camera again, simply press the power button. 1. • At time of purchase, the Auto Power-off function is set to one minute. The camera is switched On and Off as follows. 1 Press the power button. • The Auto Power-off function does not work when connected to your computer.
Inserting an SD Memory Card (Available in Stores) Where images are recorded When no SD memory card is inserted, the camera records images in the internal memory; when an SD memory card is inserted, it records images on the memory card. You can record the still images and movies you have taken in the camera's internal memory or on an SD memory card (available in stores).
3. Make sure the card is facing the right way and then push the card all the way in until it clicks. 3. Close the battery/card cover and slide it back into place. 4. Gently take the card out of the camera. 5. Close the battery/card cover and slide it back into place. Press the card gently and release it. The card pops out just a little. 1 4. When loading the SD Memory Card, take care not to get any dirt on the card's metal parts. Removing the SD Memory Card 1.
How to Use the LCD Monitor The LCD Monitor can be used to view the subject when you are shooting an image, as well as for playing back movies and still images. Symbols and numbers indicating the camera's status and settings are displayed on the screen of the LCD Monitor. Screen Examples when Shooting Pictures 1 (When the shutter release button is half-pressed) Movie Mode Still Image Mode Symbol 1. Flash Flash Offj Voice Memo Mode Display Contents Refer to Current flash mode. P.
Symbol 5. Flash Mode Types 1 * A musical note is displayed for an image shot with sound. 6.PHOTOMETRY (No Display) Display Contents Refer to Still Image Shooting Mode. P.35 Movie Mode. P.42 Multi-Shot Mode. P.40 S Multi-Shot Mode. P.40 M Multi-Shot Mode. P.40 PORTRAIT Mode. P.38 SPORTS Mode. P.38 LANDSCAPE Mode. P.38 NIGHTSCAPE Mode. P.38 TEXT Mode. P.38 HIGH SENSITIVITY Mode. P.38 Voice Memo Mode. P.47 Light Metering Method. P.69 Macro Shooting. P.
Symbol 18. Self-timer After 10 Seconds Display Contents Refer to Self-Timer Shooting. P.51 Date Imprint mode. P.75 Interval Shooting. P.73 Indicates camera shake. Hold the camera still and shoot again. P.34 After 2 Seconds 19. Date/Time 20. INTERVAL Interval 21. Camera Shake 22. Aperture Value - Aperture size. - 23. Shutter Speed - Shutter speed. - 24. Remaining Recording Time (Value) Length of time remaining for shooting with the current settings. - 25.
The Screen During Playback 1 Voice Memo Mode Movie Mode Still Image Mode Symbol Display Contents Refer to 1. PROTECT Protected status. P.96 2. DPOF DPOF specified. P.99 3. Playback data source Indicates playback from internal memory. P.79 Indicates playback from an SD Memory Card. P.79 4. Mode Types Still Image Mode. P.79 * A musical note is displayed for an image shot with sound. Movie Mode. P.80 Voice Memo Mode. P.81 Picture Quality setting. P.64 6.
Switching the Screen Display If you press DISP., you can change the screen display mode, such as switching between display/no display of symbols, etc. When Shooting Pressing the DISP. button changes the LCD monitor display. Display Symbols Histogram Display Grid Guide Display LCD monitor off (Synchro-Monitor Mode) No Display • You cannot turn the LCD Monitor Display on/off by pressing T (Self-timer), F (Flash) or N (Macro) buttons. • Turning the LCD Monitor Display Off conserves battery life.
Synchro Monitor Mode In Synchro Monitor mode, the LCD monitor is kept off (no display) except during the following camera operations. This mode is effective for saving power consumption. 1 Half-press the shutter button. The LCD Monitor is tuned on and you can confirm composition. After you finish shooting with Full-Press, the LCD Monitor will automatically turn off. Press the Q (Quick Review) button. You can view the photo you just took (see P.78).
Button Functions The following table summarizes the functions of the camera's buttons. 1 • Power Button, see P.16. • Mode Dial, see P.11. • Shutter Button, see P.34. Button D (Delete)/ T (Self-timer) Button Shooting Mode If you press the button in Shooting Mode, self-timer mode is activated and you can take photos using the self-timer (see P.51).
The Basics of the Shooting Menu/Playback Menu Operation To display the menu: 1 1. Turn the Mode Dial to 5 (Shooting Mode) or 6 (Playback Mode). 2. Press the M button. The menu appears. On the menu screen, you can move between screens by pressing the #$ buttons and between items by pressing the !" buttons. Press the shutter release button while a menu screen is displayed in the Shooting mode for shooting by returning to the shooting screen. To switch between menu screens (Shooting Menu): 1.
• On the setting selection screen, the item with the orange displayed is the current setting. Even if you change the setting by moving the blue indicator, until you finalize the setting the orange indicator remains to show what the previous setting was. • The menu screen sequence slightly varies with the item for which the setting change is being made. For the detailed explanation of each item, see the corresponding page. The Basics of the Setup Screen Operation To display the Setup Screen: 1.
Screens Default values set when you purchased your camera are surrounded by brackets in the selection options. 1 Shooting Menu (Shooting Mode) In Shooting Mode, display by pressing the M button. The Shooting menu is divided into three screens. You can select a screen with the #$ buttons. Setting Option Refer to PIC QUALITY/SIZE F2048/N2048/F1280/[N1280]/N640 P.64 FOCUS [AF]/MF/SNAP/∝ P.67 PHOTOMETRY [MULTI]/CENTRE/SPOT P.69 SHARPNESS SHARP/[NORMAL]/SOFT P.70 CONT.
Shooting Menu (Movie Mode) In Movie Mode, display by pressing the M button. 1 Setting Option Refer to MOVIE SIZE [320]/160 P.66 FOCUS [AF]/MF/SNAP/∝ P.67 WHITE BALANCE [ ]/ (Daylight)/ (Fluorescent light)/ (Overcast)/ (Tungsten light)/ P.56 (One Push) Shooting Menu (Scene Mode, except in Text Mode) In Scene Mode, display by pressing the M button. The Shooting menu is divided into two screens. You can select a screen with the #$ buttons.
Shooting Menu (Text Mode) In Text Mode, display by pressing the M button. 1 Setting Option Refer to DENSITY DEEP/[NORMAL]/LIGHT P.61 SIZE 2048/[1280] P.64 IMAGE WITH SOUND ON/[OFF] P.52 DATE IMPRINT [OFF]/DATE/TIME P.75 Playback Menu In Playback Mode, display by pressing the M button. Setting Option Refer to SLIDE SHOW ON/[OFF] P.85 PROTECT Select/Release 1 FILE/ Select/Release ALL FILES P.96 DPOF RESIZE P.99 1280 / 640 P.102 COPY TO CARD P.
Scene Selection Screen (Scene Mode) In Scene Mode, the screen is displayed when you select a scene. 1 Symbol Setting Content Refer to PORTRAIT P.38 SPORT P.38 LANDSCAPE P.38 NIGHTSCAPE P.38 TEXT MODE P.38 HIGH SENSITIVITY P.
Setup Screen (Setup Mode) This screen is displayed in Setup Mode. The Shooting menu is divided into two screens. You can select a screen with the !" buttons. 1 Setting Option Refer to CARD FORMAT P.104 IN FORMAT P.105 LCD BRIGHTNESS P.105 ADJ. BUTT. SET. [OFF]/ BEEP SOUND [ON]/OFF/Shutter release sound P.107 LCD CONFIRM. OFF/[1]/2/3 Seconds P.107 AUTO POWER OFF OFF/[1]/5/30 Minutes P.108 SEQUENTIAL NO. ON/[OFF] P.109 POWER SAVE ON/[OFF] P.110 /AF/MF/SHARP/ DATE SETTINGS P.
Section 2 Basic Shooting The basics of shooting are explained here, from how to hold your camera to how to shoot still images and movies.
2 How to Hold the Camera How to Focus 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. Hold the camera as illustrated below for best results. The area displayed on the LCD Monitor is shot as a still image or a movie. When adjusting focus, press the shutter button halfway (half-press). 1. 2.
If the camera cannot automatically focus, the crosshairs in the center of the LCD monitor turn red and the auto-focus lamp in the lower left of the viewfinder blinks in green. If the subject is not centered on your composition, see P.xx. Auto focus lamp Shooting Still Images Use the Shooting Mode to take your still images. There are two methods of using the shutter button, pressing the shutter in two stages (half-press) and pressing it all the way down at once (full-press).
3. Once the shot is in focus, the exposure and white balance are fixed and the crosshair in the center of the LCD Monitor turns green, as does the auto-focus lamp in the lower left of the Viewfinder. Check one of these to make sure the subject is in focus. 2 4. Put the subject of your photo right in the center and press the shutter button all the way. After the camera focuses automatically, the still image is taken and recorded. Gently press the shutter button all the way.
When the Subject is not Centered on Your Composition (Focus Lock) The f-stop (aperture size) and shutter speed are displayed in the bottom part of the screen, and the camera focuses. When the subject of your composition is not centered, you can compose your picture after setting the focus and then shoot. This method is called "Focus-Lock." 2 Example: Taking a photograph of the castle in the background with the camera focused on a person in front.
Shooting with SceneryMatching NIGHTSCAPE Use when shooting night scenes. You can also shoot with people in the frame. If you use the Scene Mode, you can select from among six types of shooting modes and shoot automatically with optimal settings for the scene. 2 You can select a mode from the following six types, in Scene Mode. PORTRAIT This is best for taking pictures of people. TEXT MODE SPORTS Use when capturing text images, for example, notes written on the whiteboard at a meeting.
To select a Scene Mode, follow the steps below. 1. Turn the Mode Dial to 4 (Scene Mode). • When you want to change PIC QUALITY/ SIZE in PORTRAIT/SPORTS/LANDSCAPE/NIGHTSCAPE/HIGH SENSITIVITY Modes, see P.64. The scene-selection screen appears. 2. • To make changes to density in TEXT Mode, see P.61. Press the !" buttons to select the mode you want to use. • To change the focus setting to manual or other, see P.67. • To make changes to the White Balance settings, see P.56. TIFF File 3.
Shooting with Multi-Shot If you switch to Multi-Shot, you can shoot consecutive images. This is convenient when you want to capture the moment. There are three ways to shoot Multi-Shots, "CONT", "SCONT" and "MCONT". 2 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. SCONT (S Multi-Shot) Shoots a continuous stream of images.
4. • The maximum number of images that can be shot in Multi-Shot mode depends on the image size and picture quality settings as follows: F2048 3 N2048 5 F1280 6 N1280 6 Press the !" buttons to select [CONT], [S-CONT], or [M-CONT]. N640 9 2 • While shooting with Multi-Shot, the LCD Monitor display turns off. Compose your picture and secure it using a tripod, or use the Viewfinder. 5. 6. • The Picture Quality Mode and the Image Size Mode of SCONT and MCONT are F2048 or N2048.
Shooting Movies Shooting with Multi-Shot Operation continued from the previous page: 7. 2 You can shoot movies with sound. You can select the image size, either 320 × 240, or 160 × 120 pixels. Compose your picture, then press and hold the shutter button. The maximum recording time of each shot is 30 seconds (320 × 240) and 120 seconds (160 × 120). As long as you hold the shutter button down, pictures continue to be taken. 8. Each movie you shoot is recorded as one AVI file.
Shooting with Optical Zoom To shoot with the zoom, follow the steps below. If you use the z (Telephoto): T/ Z (Wideangle): W buttons, you can alter the size of the subject in your photo without having to change your distance from the subject. (Equivalent to a 35mm camera's 28 to 100mm zoom.) 1. Turn the Mode Dial to 5 (Shooting Mode). 2. Compose your picture while viewing either the LCD Monitor or the Viewfinder and zoom by pressing either the z button, or the Z button.
Shooting with the Digital Zoom The Digital Zoom function enlarges images by processing them. When you use the digital zoom, pressing the z (Telephoto) button enlarges the subject even more than the specified enlargement ratio (optical zoom). (Maximum of 3.4 magnification.) 2 • The more you enlarge with the digital zoom, the lower the picture quality becomes. • When using the digital zoom, compose your shot on the LCD Monitor. • If you use the Mode Dial to change modes, the digital zoom setting is lost.
Shooting Close-ups (Macro Photo) Using the AF target shift function At macro shooting, the AF target shift function allows you to lock the focus by using the !"#$ buttons on the camera without moving the camera. Using the N (Macro) button allows you to take a tight close-up (Macro Photo). This feature is good for shooting flowers, insects and other small subjects, because you can get a close-up of one centimeter (1/2 inch) from the subject. This is useful for macro shooting on a tripod with locked focus.
4. Press the ADJ. button four times (five times if the ADJ. button has the fourth function). 5. Shift the cross to the subject with the !"#$ !"#$ buttons for focusing. 6. 7. Press the O button. 2 Half-press the shutter button. The camera focuses on the cross. 8. Press the shutter release button gently all the way. Until you get out of the Macro mode, the AF target shift function automatically focuses the camera on the set position.
Recording Voice Memos For how to play back sound, see P.81. The voice recording time depends on the capacity of the SD memory card. Capacity Recording time 8MB 14 min 02 s 32MB 64 min 38 s 64MB 132 min 13 s 128MB 267 min 17 s WAV file This is one of file formats to store voice data. 2 • The internal memory allows the same recording time as an 8MB SD memory card. • Recorded data is stored as a WAV file.
Section 3 Using Special Features for Improved Photography This section describes how to change the various shooting-related settings.
Using the Flash • When in NIGHTSCAPE of Scene Mode, Forced Flash cannot be selected. Also, the initial setting value is Auto. If you press the F (Flash) button, you can switch into Flash Mode (Flash, Flash Off, and other settings). Switch settings according to time, conditions and your preference, and shoot your pictures. 3 • If you press the flash button, even while the flash is charging, you can return to Flash Off mode. If you do this, flash charging is cancelled.
Using the Self-Timer • Each press of the T (Self-timer) button, it selects a function in the following sequence: 10 sec, 2 sec, Self-timer Off, 10 sec, 2 sec... You can set the Self-timer to shoot after either two or ten seconds. If the person who takes the photo wants to be in the still image as well, it is convenient to use a setting of ten seconds; a setting of two seconds is useful for preventing camera shake. Attach a tripod securely to the tripod mount on the bottom of the camera.
Shooting a Still Image with Sound (IMAGE WITH SOUND) 3 6. Press the O or # button. The setting for shooting with sound is complete. 7. You can shoot a still image with a voice memo. After the still image is stored, voice recording starts automatically and can continue for up to eight seconds. This function is useful for adding comments on the status or contents of subject. Even when shooting in Scene Mode, you can record a voice memo by displaying and setting the Shooting menu. Press the M button.
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. 3 Use the SETUP screen to register a function to the ADJ button. Adjustments Using the ADJ. Button Adjustments that can be made with the ADJ.
Changing the Exposure (EXPOSURE COMP.) Using the ADJ. Button (Exposure) To change the exposure compensation setting using the ADJ. Button, follow the steps below. The exposure setting allows you to select brightness levels for your shots. 3 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. 1.
4. 4. Press the O button. Exposure Compensation settings are completed and the setting value appears in the right-hand portion of the screen. This setting will be used for shooting until you change it. Press the !" buttons and specify a value. Moving it to the - (minus) side makes it darker. Moving it to the + (plus) side makes it brighter. 3 Using the Shooting Menu (Exposure) To change the exposure compensation setting using the Shooting Menu, follow the steps below. 1.
Using Natural and Artificial Lighting (WHITE BALANCE) Using the ADJ. Button (White Balance) To change the white balance setting using the ADJ. Button, follow the steps below. With a normal camera, a white subject may not be reproduced as white depending on lighting around the subject. 3 Digital cameras have a function called White Balance, which automatically adjusts white balance so white subjects are reproduced as white.
If you select 3. (One Push) Press !" to select Push).‘ (One When shooting with flash in a mode other than Auto, the white balance may not be adjusted correctly. Using the Shooting Menu (White Balance) To change the white balance setting using the Shooting Menu, follow the steps below. 1. 4. Point the camera at a piece of paper or something white under the lighting conditions for your picture. 5. Press the $ button.
5. 8. Press the O or # button. White Balance settings are complete. 6. Press the M button. The Shooting Menu closes and the setting value is displayed on the upper left of the screen. Press the M button. The Shooting Menu closes and the setting value is displayed on the upper left of the screen. 3 This setting will be used for shooting until you change it. Only except for scene mode, This setting will be used for shooting until you change it. If you select 4.
Sensitivity Settings (ISO SETTING) 2. Press the ADJ. Button three times. The ISO Sensitivity menu appears. 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. 3 A digital camera can automatically vary the sensitivity (AUTO). Usually use your camera in the AUTO mode. 3.
7. Using the Shooting Menu (ISO Sensitivity) Press the M button. To change the ISO sensitivity setting using the Shooting Menu, follow the steps below. 1. Turn the Mode Dial to 5 (Shooting Mode). 2. Press the M button. The Shooting menu appears. 3 3. Press the #$ buttons to switch between displays as required. 4. Select [ISO SETTING] and then press the O or $ button. 5. Press the !" buttons to select an ISO setting. 6. Press the O or # button.
Changing Shading for Shooting Text (DENSITY) 4. Press the !" buttons to select the desired density setting. When you are shooting text, you can change the DENSITY settings. You can select from DEEP, NORMAL and LIGHT. Text Density setting can be adjusted by using the ADJ. Button or using the Shooting Menu. 3 You can also press the shutter button in this state. For information on how to shoot text, see P.38. 5. Using the ADJ. Button (Text Density) Text Density settings are completed.
7. Using the Shooting Menu (Text Density) The display returns to the shooting screen. The Text Density setting value does not appear on the screen. This setting will be used for shooting until you change it. To change the Text Density setting using the Shooting Menu, follow the steps below. 1. Turn the Mode Dial to 4 (Scene Mode). The Scene selection screen appears. 3 2. 3. Press the !" buttons to select the text mode and then press the O button. By default, the Text Density is set to Normal.
Shooting Consecutively with Different White Balance (WHITE BALANCE BRACKET) 5. Three images are automatically recorded - a reddish image, a bluish image, and an image of the current white balance. The first image is reddish, the second one is equal to the current setting, and the third one is bluish. This is useful if the appropriate white balance cannot be judged. Press the !" buttons to select [WB-BKT]. 3 6. Press the O or # button. White Balance Bracket settings are complete. 7.
Choosing Picture Quality Mode/Image Size (PIC QUALITY/SIZE) Changing Picture Quality Mode/ Image Size of a Still Image Combining Picture Quality Mode and Image Size. Size The size of a stored still image and movie files depends on picture quality and size settings. 2048×1536 1280×960 Mode About Picture Quality Mode 3 When still images and movies are saved as image files, the image data is saved in a compressed file.
4. 2. Press the !" buttons to select a picture quality/size. Press the !" buttons to select TEXT Mode. The Shooting menu appears. 3. Press the O button. The display changes to the Shooting screen in SCENE Mode with the TEXT Mode mark at the upper part of the screen. 4. 5. The Shooting menu appears. Press the O or # button. Picture Quality/Image Size settings are completed. 6. Press the M button. 5. Choose [Size] and press the O or $ button. 6. Press the !" buttons to select a size. 7.
8. Press the M button. 4. Press the !" buttons to select Size. 5. Press the O or # button. The Shooting menu disappears and the setting is displayed at the upper right of the screen. 3 This setting will be used for shooting until you change it. Movie Size settings are complete. 6. Changing the Image Size of a Movie Press the M button. The Shooting Menu closes and the setting value is displayed on the upper-right of the screen. Image Quality Mode settings cannot be made for movies.
Manual Focus Shooting (FOCUS) 4. Press the !" buttons to select [MF]. When Auto-Focus does not focus as desired, you can focus manually (Manual Focus). You can be united also with the subject in the macro distance. You can also shoot with a fixed shooting distance. When using a fixed shooting distance, it can be set to either Snapshot or Infinity (∝). 3 5. • By default, your camera is set to AF (AutoFocus). Press the O or # button. Focus settings are complete. 6.
5. Shooting at a Fixed Distance To shoot with the shooting distance fixed, follow the steps below. 1. Focus settings are complete. 6. Turn the Mode Dial to 5 (Shooting Mode) or 3 (Movie Mode). 2. Press the M button. The Shooting Menu closes and the specified value is displayed on the upper part of the screen. Alternatively, turn the Mode Dial to 4 (Scene Mode), and select a scene to have the camera ready. 3 Press the O or # button. Press the M button. The Shooting menu appears. 3.
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, CENTRE, and SPOT. 3. Press the #$ buttons to switch between displays as required. 4. Select [PHOTOMETRY] and then press the O or $ button. MULTI (No Symbol) 3 The entire shooting range is divided into 256 partitions, and subjected to photometry for overall decision.
Changing the Edge Quality of Still Images (SHARPNESS) 5. Press the !" buttons to select the desired setting. 6. Press the O or # button. You can change the definition of your still images to either sharp or soft. 3 By default, your camera is set to Normal. To make changes to the sharpness of still images, follow the steps below. 1. Turn the Mode Dial to 5 (Shooting Mode). 2. Press the M button. Sharpness settings are complete. 7. Press the M button. The Shooting menu appears. 3.
Shooting Consecutively with Different Exposures (AUTO BRACKET) 5. Select [ON] and then press the O or # button. 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. 3 6. • By default, your camera is set to OFF. Press the M button. The Shooting Menu closes and [AB] is displayed on the right side of the screen. • This function is not available when shooting with sound.
Setting the Exposure Time (TIME EXPOSURE) 3 4. Select [TIME EXPOSURE] and then press the O button. 5. Press the !" buttons to select the desired setting. 6. Press the O button. If you set the camera to TIME EXPOSURE, when you shoot, the shutter stays open for the time specified. By setting an exposure time, you can capture the track of moving subjects such as fireworks and car lights, when you shoot a night scene. You can select an exposure time of 1, 2, 4 or 8 seconds.
Shooting Pictures Automatically at Set Intervals (INTERVAL) 5. Press the !" buttons to specify the length of time. You can set the camera to automatically take pictures at fixed intervals. You can set the shooting interval at any length from 30 seconds to 3 hours, in increments of 30 seconds. 3 By default, your camera is set to OFF. 6. Press the $ button to move to the minutes setting, then use the !" button to set the minutes. 7.
• In steps 5 to 7, if you press and hold the (up/down/left/right arrow) buttons, you can quickly raise or lower the setting value. • If you use batteries for power, you may exhaust the batteries. Using the AC Adapter (sold separately) is recommended. 3 • Even during Interval Shooting, if you press the shutter button, the camera will shoot as usual. However, Interval Shooting Mode is unaffected. After shooting, once the time specified in Interval Shooting elapses, the next shot is taken.
4. Inserting the Date into a Still Image (DATE IMPRINT) Press the " button to select [DATE IMPRINT] and then press the O button. You can stamp the date on the bottom right of your still images. You can choose to display the date in one of two formats, Date (Y/M/D) or Date and Time (Y/M/D/H:M). 3 • If the date and time have not been set, DATE IMPRINT cannot be used. First make the date and time settings. • DATE IMPRINT cannot be used with movies. 5. Press the !" buttons to select the desired setting.
Returning the Shooting Menu Settings to their Defaults (RESTORE DEFAULTS) 5. Press the $ button to select [YES]. 6. Press the O button. You can restore the Shooting Menu defaults, returning the settings to what they were at the time of purchase. 3 To restore the Shooting Menu to its initial settings, follow the steps below. 1. 2. Turn the Mode Dial to 5 (Shooting Mode). The display indicates the camera is restoring the initial settings; once it is finished, the Mode screen returns.
Section 4 Playing Back/Deleting Still Images, Movies, and Sounds You can display still images or movies on the LCD Monitor to check them, and delete unwanted ones. You can also hear a recorded sound from the speaker. It is recommended that you plug in the AC Adapter whenever viewing still images or movies on the LCD Monitor.
Viewing the Photo You Just Took (Quick Review) Displaying an Enlarged View of the Still Image Displayed The still image you displayed with the Q (Quick Review) button can be displayed enlarged up to 3.4 times using the 8 (Enlarged View) button. Right after shooting a still image, if you want to see it immediately, you can display the shot in Shooting Mode. This function is called Quick Review. To view still images in the enlarged display mode, follow the steps below.
Viewing a Still Image or Movie Deleting the Displayed Still Image or Movie The movie or still image you displayed using the Q (Quick Review) button can be deleted by pressing the D (DELETE) button. Still images and movies you shot are recorded in the internal memory of the camera or on an SD memory card. They can be viewed on the camera's LCD monitor display. To delete a still image or movie that is displayed, follow the steps below. 1. 2. 3.
2. Viewing Movies Move to the still image you want to view using the #$ buttons. To view movies, follow the steps below. If you press the $ button, you can view the next still image or movie. If you press the # button, you can view the previous still image or movie. If you press and hold either the # or the $ button, you can move quickly between images. 4 1. Turn the Mode Dial to 6 (Playback Mode). The last still image taken is displayed. For movies, the first frame is displayed as a still image. 2.
Playing Back Sound Fast Forward Press the z (telephoto) button during play. Rewind Press the Z (Wide-Angle) button during play. Pause/Playback Press the shutter button. Slow Playback Go on pressing the z (telephoto) button during pause. Slow Rewind Go on pressing the Z (WideAngle) button during pause. Next frame Press the z (telephoto) button during pause. Previous frame Press the Z(Wide-Angle) button during pause.
3. Hold the #$ buttons down for fast movement. Press the shutter button. The sound is played back. If the lens is out, it retracts into the camera, and then the sound is played back. 3. Press the shutter button. Playback starts. To stop playback, press the shutter button or the # button. Adjusting the Volume To adjust the volume, follow the steps below. 1. 4 Press the !" buttons. The volume adjustment bar appears. Fast Forward Press the z (telephoto) button during playback.
Viewing Thumbnail Images on the LCD Monitor In Thumbnail Display mode, text files are displayed in blue. The LCD Monitor screen is split into six thumbnail images, allowing you to view your still images or movies at one glance (Thumbnail Display). • For how to select and delete still images in the Thumbnail Display screen, see P.87. To view the Thumbnail Display and select the still image for viewing, follow the steps below. 1.
Viewing an S Multi-Shot or M Multi-Shot Still Image in Enlarged Display Mode Enlarged Viewing When you are displaying a still image, if you press the 8 (Enlarged View) button, you can display the still image up to 3.4 times larger. If you select a still image or movie you want to see from Thumbnail Display Mode, you can view it normally with just the one shot displayed.
Showing Photos in Order Automatically (SLIDE SHOW) Press the DISP. button to turn on or off the bar display at the lower part of the LCD monitor. You can show the recorded still images, movies, and sound files sequentially on the LCD Monitor. This function is called a slide show. For how to shoot images in S Multi-Shot or M Multi-Shot mode, see P.40. To view a slide show, follow the steps below. 1. Turn the Mode Dial to 6 (Playback Mode). The last still image taken is displayed. 2.
Viewing on a Television 6. You can also view the still images and movies you have taken on a TV screen. The camera displays everything on the TV screen just as on its LCD Monitor. • If you connect the AV cable to your video recorder's In terminal, you can record what you have shot onto video. To use your television for viewing, connect your camera to the television with the AV cable that came with your camera.
Deleting Unwanted Still Images/Movies/Sounds 4. Press the $ button to select [DELETE ONE]. 5. Press the O button. You can easily delete still images, movies, and sounds that have not come out right. The following are the three ways to delete photos: • One shot at a time • All frames at once • Select multiple frames to delete together Still images and movies set to Protect cannot be deleted. The display indicates deletion is in progress; once finished, playback screen returns.
4. Press the $ button to select [YES]. 3. Press the!" !"#$ !"#$ buttons to select the still images, movies, or sounds you want to delete. 4. Press the D (Delete) button. The trash symbol appears in the upper left of the still image, movie, or sound.j 4 5. Press the O button. The display indicates deletion is in process; once finished, the playback screen returns. 5. • For how to display still images (or movies), see P.79.
Section 5 Direct Printing PictBridge is a registered trademark.
About the Direct Print Function Sending Images to a Printer for Printing 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. You can send images from the camera to a PictBridge compliant printer to print them. Images are sent from the internal memory when no SD memory card is loaded or from an SD memory card when one is installed.
Connecting the Camera to a Printer Connect your camera to a printer using the USB cable provided. 1. Check that the camera’s power is off. 2. Check that the printer’s power is off. 3. Press the #$ buttons to select an image for printing. 4. 5. Press the ADJ. button. Press the $ button to select [1 FILE]. Load paper into the printer and check that the printer is ready to print. 3. 4. 5. Connect one end of the USB cable provided to the USB port of your printer.
Printing All Images 1. • The items available vary depending on the functions of the printer. • If there are no options available for an item, the detailed options screen does not appear even if you press the $ button. Also, items that are not available on the printer do not appear. The "Connecting" screen appears. 2. 5 Press the O button. The display returns to the Direct Print menu. 9. Press the ADJ. button. The "Connecting" screen appears.
Printing Several Images The following items are available: Item Name PAPER SIZE 1. Function Sets the paper size. PAPER TYPE Sets the paper type. LAYOUT Sets the number of images printed on a sheet of paper. DATE PRINT Selects whether to print the date (shooting date). The date format can be set using the date/time option in the Setup Mode. FILE NAME PRINT Selects whether to print the file name. OPTIMIZE IMAGE Selects whether to optimize the image data prior to printing on the printer.
11.Press the !" buttons to select 14.Press the O button. an item, and then press the $ button to display the detailed options screen. 5 The selected images are sent to the printer and the "Connecting" screen appears. Press the M button to cancel the operation. Upon completion of transmission of images for a page, printing starts. When all the selected images have been sent from the camera to the printer, the camera display returns to the Direct Print playback mode screen.
Section 6 About Other Functions The camera has functions to protect still images and movies from being inadvertently deleted, to copy those from the internal memory onto a memory card, and to set still images for a Print Service. These management functions are explained here.
Write-protecting Your Images (PROTECT) 5. Press the $ button to select [1 FILE]. 6. Press the O button. You can protect still images from being accidentally deleted. There are 3 methods of making Protect settings: • One shot at a time • All frames at once • Select multiple frames to protect together 6 When set to Protect, the Protect symbol appears in the upper-left corner of the screen. Protected still images, movies, and sounds cannot be deleted normally.
3. 4. Protecting Multiple Still Images, Movies, or Sounds at Once Press the " button to select [PROTECT] and then press the O button. To protect selected still images, movies, or sounds all at once, follow the steps below. 1. Turn the Mode Dial to 6 (Playback Mode). 2. Press the 9 (Thumbnail Display) button. The screen is split into six sections and thumbnail images are displayed in a reduced size. Press the $ button to select [ALL FILES]. 3. 4.
6. Copying the Contents of Internal Memory to a Memory Card (COPY TO CARD) Press the !"#$ !"#$ buttons to select the still image, movie, or sound you wish to protect and press the O button. You can copy all the movie, still image, and sound data stored in internal memory onto an SD Memory Card at once. To copy still images, movies, and sounds from internal memory to SD Memory Card, follow the steps below. 1. 6 2. 3. 4.
Using a Printing Service (DPOF: Dee-Pof) 5. Press the $ button to select [1 FILE]. 6. Press the O button. 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.
Setting DPOF for a Still Images To apply DPOF settings to all your still images, follow the steps below. 1. Turn the Mode Dial to 6 (Playback Mode). 2. Press the M button. • To remove the DPOF setting from all your still images, select [CANCEL] in step 5. • You can remove all or multiple still image DPOF settings at once. Setting DPOF for Multiple Still Images The Playback menu appears. 3. Press " button to select [DPOF] and press the O button.
6. Press the !" buttons to set the number of copies to print. Press the ! button to increase the number, or the " button to decrease it. 7. 8. Press the #$ buttons to select the next still image for which you wish to make the DPOF setting. 6 Press the !" buttons to set the number of copies to print. Press the ! button to increase the number, or the " button to decrease it. 9. Repeat Steps 7 and 8 to select all the still images for which you wish to make the DPOF setting.
Changing the Image Size (RESIZE) 4. Press the $ button to select [1280] or [640]. 5. Press the O button. You can reduce the image size of a shot still image to additionally create a file of a different image size. The selectable image sizes are 640 x 480 and 1280 x 960 in Normal Mode. • An image once resized cannot be returned to its original size. The image size is changed and the resized still image is displayed. • You can resize only still images and still images with voice memos.
Section 7 Changing Camera Settings This section explains how to make changes to the camera's settings.
Getting the SD Memory Card Ready for Use (CARD FORMAT) 3. Press the $ button to select [YES] and then press the O button. If an 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 starts. When it finishes the SETUP screen returns. If an SD Memory Card is not loaded, a message will be displayed.
Adjusting the Brightness of the LCD Monitor (LCD BRIGHTNESS) 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. To adjust the brightness of the LCD Monitor, follow the steps below. 1. Formatting the internal memory erases all of the images recorded in the memory.
Setting a Function to the ADJ. Button (ADJ BTN.SET.) If a function is set with [Set ADJ. Button], the AF target shift function (P.45) available from the ADJ. button at Macro shooting is activated when the ADJ. button is pressed the fifth time. Each time the ADJ. button is pressed, the camera displays the setting screen in the order of exposure, white balance, and ISO sensitivity. Possible Settings • Using the ADJ. (Adjust) Button (P.53) • Choosing Picture Quality Mode/Image Size (PIC QUALITY/SIZE) (P.
Changing the Operation Sound Setting (BEEP SOUND) Changing Image Confirmation Time (LCD CONFIRM.) During operations, the camera makes three types of sounds - start sound, shutter release sound, and beep sound. Immediately after pressing the shutter button, the still image taken is displayed for a moment so you can check it. Start sound : Sound when the camera power is turned on. Shutter release sound : Sound when the shutter release button is pressed.
Changing Auto PowerOff Settings (AUTO POWER OFF) • When Auto Power-Off turns off the camera, just press the power button again to turn it on and resume use. • The Auto Power-off function does not work when the camera is connected to a computer. 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. • When shooting with Interval Shooting, settings made here are not valid and Auto Power-Off does not work.
Changing File Name Settings (SEQUENTIAL NO.) 3. This setting will be used for shooting until you change it. 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 recording to internal memory, file names are assigned just as when [SEQUENTIAL NO.] is set to [OFF].
Changing Power-Save Mode Settings (PowerSave) • If the power is turned on or the mode dial is turned in Power-Save mode, a warning appears for about two seconds to indicate Power-Save mode. You can reduce the power consumption of the LCD Monitor and extend the life of your batteries. • Pressing the F (Flash) button allows you to turn the LCD Monitor Display on, and then change the flash setting (see P.50). Press the shutter button or OK button to turn the LCD Monitor Display off.
Setting the Date and Time (DATE SETTINGS) 4. In [FORMAT], choose the Date and Time format. 5. Check the display on the bottom of the screen and then press the O button. You can take still images with the time or date stamped onto the picture. The date/time setting on the SETUP screen is explained here. 1. Turn the Mode Dial to 1 (Setup Mode). The Setup screen is displayed on the LCD Monitor. 2. Press the " button to select [DATE SETTINGS] and then press the O button.
Changing the Playback Method for Viewing on TV (VIDEO OUT MODE) Changing the Display Language (LANGUAGE) You can change the language displayed on the LCD Monitor. Possible Settings 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. JPN (Japanese) ENG (English) (Default) ESP (Spanish) Your camera is set to NTSC video format (used in Japan and other countries) for use with television equipment, etc.
Chapter 2 Playing Back Images (Pictures/Movies) on a Computer (For Windows) Section 1 Installing Software This section explains the process of installing the provided software onto your computer. Please do not connect your camera to the computer before installing the software for downloading. 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.
Using the Software Provided The CD-ROM that comes with your camera contains software for downloading images from the camera to a computer and displaying them on it. The following software is included.
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.
Preparing to Download Images to Your Computer This section shows how to download images to your computer by using the Caplio CD-ROM included with the camera. Insert the included CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive of your computer and the screen shown on the left appears. 1 The screen shown here is from Windows XP. You can browse the manual on the CD-ROM by clicking this button. 1 Install the software.
Installation 6. Click [Next]. For Windows 98/98SE/Me/2000 In Windows 2000, only a user with administrative privileges can perform installation. 1. 1 Make sure that your camera is not connected to the computer. If you have already connected your camera to the computer and the [Found New Hardware Wizard] screen was displayed, click [Cancel], disconnect the cable between the camera and computer, and then continue installation. 2. 3. 7. Confirm where you want to install and then click [Next]. 8.
5. A message appears to confirm whether you want to remove the program: click [Yes]. 6. 2. Double-click the AutoRun file (Auto- The uninstallation process begins and a message appears when it is finished: click [OK]. • You may need to restart your computer after installation. A message may appear prompting you to restart the computer. In this case, select restart then click [Complete]. The computer will restart. • If the screen from step 3 is not displayed automatically, take the following steps. 1.
7. For Windows XP In Windows XP, only a user with administrative privileges can install the software. 1. Confirm where you want to install the software and then click [Next]. After a few moments, the [Select Components] screen appears. Make sure that your camera is not connected to the computer.
Uninstalling the Software (For Windows XP) When you want to remove the software, follow the steps below (this operation is called uninstallation). 1 For Windows XP, only a user with administrative privileges can uninstall the software. 1. Click [Start] on the Windows task bar. The [Start] menu appears. 2. Select [Control Panel] from the [Start] menu. The control panel screen appears. 3. Click the [Add/Remove Programs] icon. 4. Select [Caplio Software] and then click [Change/Remove]. 5.
Installing Other Software 5. Double-click [ar500enu] (ar500enu.exe). In addition to the Caplio Software, you can also install the following software from the CD-ROM provided. 6. Install Acrobat Reader by following the messages displayed. • Acrobat Reader Installing DirectX • DirectX DirectX is software to play back movies. This camera requires DirectX 7.1 or later to play movie files in Windows.
Section 2 Downloading Images to a Computer This section explains how to display still images and movies you have downloaded to your computer.
Connecting the Camera to a Computer For Windows XP In Windows XP, the first time you connect your camera to the computer using a USB cable, the [Found New Hardware Wizard] screen will appear. After installing the software on your computer, connect your camera to it. 2 1. Make sure the camera's power is off. 2. Connect the USB cable to the USB port of your computer. 3. 1. Select [Install from a list or specific location (Advanced)]. 2. Select [Next]. 3.
5. Select [RICOH Gate La], check [Always use this program for this action] check box, and then click [OK]. • To load images from the camera with assistance from the Windows XP Scanner and Camera Wizard, select [Scanner and Camera Wizard].
Downloading Pictures to Your Computer • Images are stored with sequential numbers so that they have unique file names. After you have connected your camera to the computer, the RICOH Gate La software automatically downloads the images stored on your camera. • File names given by the camera are not used. • Even when the storage folder is changed, the file number will be continuous. The number cannot be initialized.
How to Use RICOH Gate La 2. [Save Button] Click this and the images are downloaded from your camera. When you are in the RICOH Gate La window, you can specify settings for each of the various functions, such as automatically saving when connected, the destination for downloading images (save destination), and so on. If the message indicating that "The camera is waiting to be connected... Press the ADJ. button to initiate direct printing" appears on the camera LCD monitor, do not press the Save button.
How to Use the Optional Settings If you select [Option settings] from the menu displayed on a button in the RICOH Gate La window, the [Option settings] dialog box appears. 1 2 3 4 5 6 2 7 Item Description Initial Setting Execute auto save 1. [Automatically save on connection] If you check this box, once your camera is connected to the computer, images are automatically downloaded and saved. If you uncheck the box, your images will not download automatically when you connect your camera.
Downloading Images from an SD Memory Card How to Use the Background Illustration Settings You can select a background for the RICOH Gate La window from three types of patterns. If you select [Background illustration setting] from the menu displayed by the [MENU] button in the RICOH Gate La window, the [Background illustration settings] dialog box appears. It is possible to download images from a memory card to computer via a PC Card Slot or Card Reader.
Section 3 Displaying Thumbnail Images (How to Use DU-10x) DU-10x enables you to view downloaded images at a glance as well as edit, rotate and resave images. This section explains how to use DU-10x. DU-10x runs in a Windows environment.
Starting and Exiting DU10x Exiting DU-10x To exit DU-10x and close its window, select [File] from the menu bar, then select [Exit] from the menu displayed, or click the [×] (Close) button in the upper-right corner of the screen.
Thumbnail Display Description d. Display all files below folder¶ Once you start DU-10x, images appear as thumbnails. Selecting this option displays the images in all subfolders as thumbnails. e. Start List Editor This is used for a Ricoh camera other than this model. Normally, it is disabled. 3. Thumbnail Image The reduced images are displayed at one glance. 4. File Name 5. Folder Display Area The folders inside [My Computer] are displayed in a hierarchy.
3 Switching the Ordering of Images Changing the Display Size Displayed thumbnail images are ordered according to date (descending order). To change the display size, use either the tool bar or [Display size] from the [View] menu. You can change the ordering method to by file type or by name. You can also choose whether each of the above is ordered according to ascending or descending order. To change the ordering of images, use either the tool bar or [Arrange] from the [View] menu.
Viewing Images in a Slide Show 3. Medium You can view images sequentially and automatically in either a slide show (selected images only) or auto slide show (all images). To View a Slide Show You can select one or more images and display them as a slide show. To start slide show, follow the steps below. 4. Medium+memo 1. Select the images you wish to see in slide show.
3. Using Auto Slide Show The [slide show] dialog box is displayed, so make the necessary settings. In Auto slide show, all the images displayed as thumbnails appear in order. To start Auto slide show, follow the steps below. 1. Using one of the steps below, select [Auto slide show]. • Select [Image] then [slide show] from the menu bar. 3 • Click the button on the tool bar. • Place the pointer of the mouse on one of the images you selected, right click and choose [Auto-slide show] from the menu. 4.
Renaming an Image in Thumbnail View How to Use the Slide Show Dialog Box You can make slide show display settings in the [slide show] dialog box. You can rename an image shown on the Thumbnail Display screen. How to Rename an Image To rename an image shown on the Thumbnail Display screen, follow the steps below. 1. Select an image you want to rename. 2. On the image you selected, right click and choose [Rename] from the menu. 3.
Enabling Functions Available with Other Models of Caplio Copying a Reduced Image File You can reduce an image shown on the Thumbnail Display screen and copy it onto the clipboard. You can enable functions that can be used on other models of Caplio camera, such as GPS Linkage and Camera Memo functions. Available scale options are 100%, 1/2, 1/3, 1/ 4, and 1/8. 3 This setting is required to handle images including a GPS information or a camera memo attached by other models of Caplio camera, using DU-10x.
Cameras and Available Options Deleting Images The table below shows a list of Caplio models and the corresponding functions available. You can delete images. GPS Linkage function Camera Memo function Caplio RR30 × × Caplio 300G × × Caplio G3/G3 Model M × × Caplio G3 Model S × O Caplio Pro G3 O O Caplio G4 × × Caplio G4wide × × Caplio 400G wide × O Caplio RX × × Your Caplio Model There are three methods for deleting images. Using the File Menu 1. 2.
Viewing Image Information Using the Keyboard 1. Click an image you want to delete in the Thumbnail Display Area. 2. Press the [DELETE] Key on your keyboard. You can display image information, such as the date and time a photo was shot, the size of the image, and so on. The confirmation message appears. 3 3. Click [OK]. Information Dialog Box To display image information, follow one of the steps below. Using the File Menu 1.
Displaying the Viewer Screen You can enlarge or reduce the displayed size. By repeating [Enlarge Display], you can enlarge the view up to 16 times its original size. By repeating [Reduce Display], you can reduce the view down to 1/16th its original size. If you use the Viewer screen, images are displayed at full size, not as thumbnails. To open the Viewer screen, follow one of the steps below. • Double click the image you want to display from the thumbnail selection.
Printing an Image Using the [Print Setup] Dialog Box You can print a thumbnail display image. There are ten layouts available. To Print an Image 1. 3 To print an image, follow the steps below. Select [Print Setup] from the [File] menu. 2. 3. 4. The [Print Setup] dialog box appears. 1. [Print Type] Select a layout for printing thumbnails. Select a layout in [Print Type]. 2. [Title] Prints a title at the top of the page.
Checking the Printing Layout Printing Images You can check the print preview before printing. To print images, follow the steps below. 1. 1. Select [Print Preview] from the [File] menu. Select the images you want to print by clicking on them. To select two or more contiguous images, click the first image and then click the last image while pressing the [Shift] key. To select two or more distant images, click them one after another while pressing the [Ctrl] key.
Chapter 3 Playing Back Images (Pictures/Movies) on a Computer (For Macintosh) Section 1 Installing Software This section explains how to install the required software on your computer. • For the rest of this explanation, still images and movies will be referred to together as "file". • When downloading images from your camera, it is recommended you safeguard the power supply by using the AC Adapter (sold separately). The explanations provided assume that the AC Adapter is being used.
Using the Software Provided The Caplio CD-ROM that comes with your camera contains software for downloading images from the camera to a computer and displaying them on it. The following software is included. 1 RICOH Gate La for Macintosh Downloading images (for Macintosh) USB driver Connecting your camera to computer Mounter Downloading images Software and OS Applicability Table The software that can be used differs according to the OS in use, as indicated in the table below. Mac OS 8.6 to 9.2.
System Requirements 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 8.6 to 9.2.
Preparing to Download Images to Your Computer This section shows the flow of downloading images to your computer by using the Caplio CDROM included with the camera. 1 Mac OS 8.6 to 9.2.2 Mac OS X 10.1.2 to 10.3 Insert the included CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive of your computer and the window or icon shown on the left appears. 1 Install the software. 2 Connect the camera to your computer. 3 Mac OS 8.6 to 9.2.2, see P.149 Mac OS X 10.1.2 to 10.3, see P.150 Download images to the computer. see P.
Installation 7. 8. For Mac OS 8.6 to 9.2.2 1. 2. Click [Install]. Click [Continue]. The software is installed and then the Installation Complete message appears. Turn on your Macintosh. Insert the attached CD-ROM in the CD-ROM drive. 1 The CD-ROM icon is displayed on the desktop. 3. Double-click the CD-ROM icon, and open the [MacOS9] folder. 9. Your Macintosh restarts. The [Caplio Installer] icon appears. 4. Double-click the Installer [Caplio Installer] icon.
8. For Mac OS X 10.1.2 to 10.3 1 1. 2. Turn on your Macintosh. 3. Double-click the CD-ROM icon, and then open the Mac OS X folder. Click [Continue]. The installation screen appears. 9. Insert the CD-ROM provided into the CD-ROM drive. Click the destination volume you want, then click [Continue]. The [Caplio Mounter.pkg] icon appears. 4. Double-click the Mounter icon [Caplio Mounter.pkg]. 10.Click [Install].
Uninstalling the Software (For Mac OS 8.6 to 9.2.2) To remove (uninstall) the software from your Macintosh, drag and drop the installed file into the Trash. Please remove the following files from their respective folders.
Section 2 Downloading Images to a Computer
2 Connecting the Camera to a Computer Downloading Pictures to Your Computer After installing the software on your computer, connect your camera to it. After you have connected your camera to the computer, images download automatically. 1. Make sure the camera's power is off. 2. Connect the USB cable to the USB port of your computer. 3. Images are downloaded to your computer from the following memory sources. Open the terminal cover, and then connect the USB cable to its USB terminal.
For Mac OS 8.6 to 9.2.2 When an SD Memory Card is loaded, the [Caplio.SD] icon is displayed and you can view the image files stored on the SD Memory Card loaded. In Mac OS 8.6, Mac OS 9.1, or earlier versions, a folder called [Caplio] is created inside the root directory on the start-up disc [Macintosh HD]. In Mac OS 9.1 to 9.2.2, a folder called [Caplio] is automatically created inside the [Documents] folder on the start-up disc [Macintosh HD]. 1. 2.
For Mac OS X 10.1.2 to 10.3 1. Connect your camera to the computer using the USB cable. Your camera turns on. When an SD Memory Card is not loaded, the [Caplio] icon is displayed and you can view the image files stored in internal memory. 2 When an SD Memory Card is loaded, the [Caplio.SD] icon is displayed and you can view the image files stored on the SD Memory Card loaded. 2. Double-click the displayed icon. It can be handled in the same way as a normal drive.
How to Use RICOH Gate La 4. [Save Button] Click this and the images download from your camera. 5. [Application Button] The application registered in Optional Settings is launched. When you are in the RICOH Gate La window, you can specify settings for each of the various functions, such as automatically saving when connected, the destination for downloading images (save destination), and so on. 6. [Indicator] The indicator lights if the camera is connected via USB cable.
How to Use Optional Settings If you select [Optional Settings] from the [RICOH Gate Settings] menu, the [Optional Settings] dialog box appears. 2 Item Description Initial Setting Transfer files automatically 1. [Automatically save on connection] If you check this box, once your camera is connected to the computer, the images are automatically downloaded and saved. If you uncheck the box, even when your camera is connected, your images will not be downloaded automatically.
Appendices
A. Specifications Camera General Video Signal Format : NTSC, PAL Power Source Voltage : AA Dry Alkaline Batteries (1.5 V) × 2 Rechargeable Battery (3.7 V) × 1 External Part (AC Adapter); 3.8 V External Dimensions : 109.5mm (W) × 55.0 mm (H) × 29.0 mm (D) (excluding projecting parts) Weight : Approx.
Image Data Record/Replay Part Pixels Still Images : 2048 × 1536, 1280 × 960, 640 × 480 Text : 2048 × 1536, 1280 × 960 Movies : 320 × 240, 160 × 120 File Formats Still Images : Compressed; JPEG (Exif Ver.2.21) Text : TIFF (MMR Method ITU-T.6) Movies : AVI (Open DML Motion JPEG Format Compliant) Sounds : WAV (Exif Ver.2.
C. SD Memory Card Recording Capacities 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.
E. Cautions on Use • 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, or view the sun or other strong light directly through the viewfinder. It could cause visual impairment (particularly for infants). • Do not fire the flash near the driver of a vehicle to avoid causing accidents. • The batteries may become hot after extended use.
F. 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.
G. Troubleshooting Refer to the symptoms and measures listed below before sending the camera for repairs. If the problem persists, contact your nearest Ricoh Service Center. Power Supply Symptom The power does not come on. Cause Measure Page Batteries are not loaded. Or they are exhausted. Load the batteries correctly. Recharge or use the AC Adapter. P.11 P.13 P.14 The AC Adapter is not connected correctly. Reconnect it properly. P.
Shooting Symptom Cause Measure I cannot check shot images. The image confirmation time is too short. Images do not appear on the LCD Monitor. The power is not on. Or the LCD Monitor is dark. Turn the power on. Or adjust the brightness of the LCD Monitor. P.16 P.105 The AV cable is connected. Disconnect the AV cable. P.86 The screen display status is in [SYNCHROMONITOR MODE]. Press the DISP. button and switch display. P.23 It is set to [Power-Save]. Set [Power-Save] to off. P.
Shooting Symptom Cause Measure The date, or recording information does not appear. The screen display function is set to No Display. Press the DISP. button and switch display. Page P.23 The brightness of the You are using it in a dark place or when Auto This is normal. LCD Monitor Focus range and surrounding brightness are difchanges during AF. ferent. - There is a vertical smear on the image. This is a phenomenon that occurs when a bright subject is shot. It is called the smear phenomenon.
Other Problems Symptom Cause Measure Page Cannot load the Memory Card. The card is facing the wrong way. Load correctly. P.17 Even when the camera's buttons are pressed, it does not operate. Batteries are running low. If using alkaline batteries, replace with a new set. If using rechargeable batteries, recharge or use the AC Adapter. P.11 P.13 P.14 Camera Malfunction. Turn the power off once, turn it back on and switch to 5 (Still Image). P.11 P.16 Remove batteries once and load them again.
About computer connection and software Symptom 1 Cannot download images Measure 1 Your computer may not recognize the camera correctly. Follow the steps below. • For Windows 98/98SE/Me Step 1First, follow the steps below. 1. Load the Caplio CD-ROM into your computer. 2. Connect your camera via the USB cable to your computer. 3. Click the [Start] button on the Windows taskbar to display the [Start] menu. 4. On the [Start] menu, point to [Settings], and then click [Control Panel]. 5.
8. Check whether or not there is an unknown device symbol (!) indicated for [Ricoh Camera Port]. If there is, select it, and then click the [Delete] button at the bottom of the [Device Manager] tab to delete it. 9. Click [+] on the left side of [Universal Serial Controller] to open. 10.Check whether or not there is an unknown device symbol (!) indicated for [RICOH USB Virtual COM] below it. If there is, select it, and then click the [Delete] button at the bottom of the [Device Manager] tab to delete it. 11.
16.Turn off your camera and computer. 17.Turn your computer back on and reinstall the software from the CD-ROM. *At this time, do not connect your camera. 18.Connect your camera via the USB cable to your computer. When the computer recognizes the camera, the [New Hardware] screen launches and your camera is registered by the computer. Step 2If your computer still does not recognize the camera, follow the steps below. 1. Load the Caplio CD-ROM into your computer. 2.
6. Double-click the [System] icon. 7. On the [System Properties] screen displayed, click the [Hardware] tab. 8. On the [Hardware] tab page displayed, click the [Device Manager] button. 9. On the [Device Manager] screen displayed, click [+] on the left side of [Other Devices]. 10.Check if there is [Caplio RX] below it. If there is, right-click [Caplio RX] to display the menu and select [Update Driver]. 11. Windows XP will display the [Hardware Update Wizard] screen. 12.
Measure 2 For Windows 98/98SE/Me, the COM Port setting may be wrong. Follow the steps below: 1. Connect your camera via the USB cable to your computer. 2. Click the [Start] button on the Windows taskbar to display the [Start] menu. 3. On the [Start] menu, point to [Settings], and then click [Control Panel]. 4. On the Control Panel displayed, double-click the [System] icon. 5. On the [System Properties] screen displayed, double-click the [Device Manager] tab. 6.
Symptom 2 Even if you check [The same image will not be saved] in the Ricoh Gate La Optional Settings, the same images are loaded into your computer. Measure The camera's clock is incorrectly set or the camera's clock information has been reset. To allow the [The same image will not be saved] function to work properly, the camera's clock information must be set properly. Set it properly. (See P.111.) Symptom 3 Files loaded from the camera into the computer were deleted.
H. 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.17 SET DATE The date is not set. Set the date. P.111 FILE NUMBER OVER The file number limit has been exceeded. Please use another card, or delete unwanted files. P.87 UNMATCHED FILE A file that cannot be played back was selected. INSUFFICCIENT MEMORY.
I. 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.
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INDEX How to Use the LCD Monitor 19 How to Use the Mode Dial 11 I A IMAGE WITH SOUND 52 IN FORMAT) 105 Indication of the number of images you can take 11 Inserting an SD Memory Card (Available in Stores) 17 Installation 117 Installing Acrobat Reader 121 Installing DirectX 121 INTERVAL 73 ISO SETTING 59 AA Alkaline Batteries (LR6) (2) 8 AA Nickel Batteries (available in stores) 11 About the Direct Print Function 90 AC Adapter (AC-4a) 9 Acrobat Reader 114 ADJ BTN.SET.
Shooting Menu (Scene Mode, except in Text Mode) 29 Shooting Menu (Shooting Mode) 28 Shooting Menu (Text Mode 30 Shooting Movies 42 Shooting Still Images 35 Shooting with Multi-Shot 40 Shooting with Scenery-Matching 38 SLIDE SHOW 85 Slow Synchronized 50 Specifications 160 SPORTS 38 Switching the Screen Display 23 Synchro Monitor Mode 24 T TEXT MODE 38 the flash to Flash Off. Red-Eye 50 Thumbnail Display 83 TIME EXPOSURE 72 Turning the Power On/Off 16 U USB Cable 8 USB drive 114 Using the ADJ.
Using These Manuals ............................................ 2 Shooting with Multi-Shot ...................................... 40 1. Please read this first: ................................................2 2. For basic information: ............................................... 2 3. Please read as needed:............................................2 Making Multi-Shot Settings (CONT. MODE) .............. 41 Shooting with Multi-Shot.............................................
ages, Movies, and Sounds SOUND)............................................................. 107 Changing Image Confirmation Time (LCD CONFIRM.)................................................................ 107 Changing Auto Power-Off Settings (AUTO POWER OFF) .................................................................. 108 Changing File Name Settings (SEQUENTIAL NO.) . 109 Changing Power-Save Mode Settings (Power-Save) 110 Setting the Date and Time (DATE SETTINGS) .
INDEX ............................................................... 179 Using Auto Slide Show ............................................ 136 How to Use the Slide Show Dialog Box................... 137 Renaming an Image in Thumbnail View............ 137 How to Rename an Image........................................ 137 Copying a Reduced Image File ......................... 138 How to Copy an Reduced Image File....................... 138 Enabling Functions Available with Other Models of Caplio .......
