Camera User Guide The serial number of this product is given on the bottom face of the camera. Basic Operations If you are using the camera for the first time, read this section. This section provides a basic overview of how to turn on the camera, take pictures and play back pictures. Advanced Operations Read this section when you want to learn more about the different camera functions.
Preface This manual provides information on how to use the shooting and playback functions of this product, as well as warnings on its use. To make the best use of this product’s functions, read this manual thoroughly before use. Please keep this manual handy for ease of reference. Ricoh Co., Ltd. Safety Precautions Read all safety precautions thoroughly to ensure safe use. Test Shooting Please be sure to do some test shooting to make sure it is recording properly before normal use.
Safety Precautions Warning Symbols Various symbols are used throughout this instruction manual and on the product to prevent physical harm to you or other people and damage to property. The symbols and their meanings are explained below. Danger Warning Caution This symbol indicates matters that may lead to imminent risk of death or serious injury if ignored or incorrectly handled. This symbol indicates matters that may lead to death or serious injury if ignored or incorrectly handled.
Warning ● Turn off the power immediately in the event of abnormalities such as smoke or unusual odors being emitted. Remove the battery as soon as possible, being careful to avoid electric shocks or burns. If you are drawing power from a household electrical outlet, be sure to unplug the power cord from the outlet to avoid fire or electrical hazards. Discontinue use of the equipment immediately if it is malfunctioning. Contact the nearest service center at your earliest convenience.
● Keep the equipment out of the reach of children. ● Do not touch the internal components of the equipment if they become exposed as a result of being dropped or damaged. The high-voltage circuitry in the equipment could lead to an electric shock. Remove the battery as soon as possible, being careful to avoid electric shocks or burns. Take the equipment to your nearest dealer or service center if it is damaged. ● Do not use the equipment in wet areas as this could result in fire or electric shock.
Using the Manuals The following two manuals are included with your CX5. “Camera User Guide” (This booklet) This guide explains the usage and functions of the camera. It also explains how to install the camera’s built-in software on your computer. “Software User Guide” (PDF file) This guide explains how to download images from the camera to your computer. The “Software User Guide” is available in the [MANUAL] folder in the internal memory of the camera. Each language has its own “Software User Guide”.
Quick Q & A Index 5: See these pages for information on camera settings : See these pages for explanations of camera features First Steps How do I set the clock? Setting the clock 5 P.28, 109; P.114 How do I format internal memory or a memory card? Formatting How do I charge the battery? Charging the battery 5 P.24, 109; P.110 P.
Advanced Settings How do I take photos at different sizes? 5 P.78; Picture quality/size How do I adjust exposure? P.79 Exposure compensation 5 P.78; P.81 How do I compensate for colored light sources? How do I take monochrome photos? 5 P.78; Image settings White balance How do I reduce image noise? 5 P.78; Noise reduction P.82 Date imprint 5 P.78; 5 P.78; P.84 5 P.73 P.84, 91 Can I take several photos in one burst? Continuous mode How do I stamp the date on photos? P.84, 90 5 P.
Contents Safety Precautions ................................................................................................ 2 Using the Manuals ................................................................................................ 5 Quick Q & A Index .................................................................................................. 6 Contents ...................................................................................................................
Advanced Operations 1 ADJ. Button Functions 51 52 Selecting Shooting Menu Options Assigned to the ADJ./OK Button ......... 52 Shifting the AE and AF Targets ............................................................................................ 53 2 Using the Fn (Function) Button 55 Assigning a Role to the Fn Button ................................................................56 Shifting the AF Target for Macro Shooting ..................................................................
Density ......................................................................................................................................... 80 Size .................................................................................................................................................. 80 Focus.............................................................................................................................................. 80 Pre-AF ..................................................
Skew Correction ..................................................................................................................... 94 Change Grid Point ................................................................................................................. 94 Protect .......................................................................................................................................... 95 Slide Show................................................................................
USB Connection Type ...................................................................................................... 113 Date Settings ......................................................................................................................... 114 Language/N*1 .............................................................................................................. 114 Video Out Mode*1.....................................................................................................
Basic Operations If you are using the camera for the first time, read this section. Packing List ..........................................14 Dial and Button Operation ..................15 Names of Parts .....................................17 Picture Display .....................................19 Getting Ready ......................................23 Basic Shooting .....................................30 Playing Back Images ............................39 Deleting Files ...................................
Packing List Open the package and make sure all the items are included. * The actual appearance of items included may differ. If you are using the camera for the first time, read this section. • CX5 • Rechargeable Battery The serial number of the camera is provided on the bottom face of the camera. • Battery Charger • USB Cable • AV Cable • Handstrap • Warranty • Camera User Guide Optional Accessories • Soft Case (SC-90) Used to store your camera.
Dial and Button Operation How to Use the Mode Dial Mode Dial Symbols and Descriptions Symbol Function Description Auto Shooting Mode Automatically sets the optimal aperture value and shutter speed 5 depending on the subject. My Settings Mode You can shoot using the settings T, U registered in [Reg. My Settings]. Movie Mode Allows you to shoot movies. 3 R X W Continuous Mode Creative Shooting Mode Scene Mode Scene Auto Mode S Refer to P.30 P.115 P.
How to Use the ADJ./OK Button • To select or enter the selection, use the ADJ./OK button !"NF. • Instructions in this manual to “Push the ADJ./OK If you are using the camera for the first time, read this section. 16 button !"NF” indicate that you should press the ADJ./OK button in the up, down, left or right direction. • Instructions to “Press the ADJ./OK button” indicate that you should press directly down on the button. Example: Pushing the ADJ.
Names of Parts Camera Front View 5 7 8 9 10 Item Name 1 Mode Dial 2 3 4 5 6 Shutter Release Button Microphone POWER Button Lens Cover Zoom Lever z (Telephoto)/Z (Wide-angle) 8 (Enlarged View)/9 (Thumbnail View) Flash AF Window AF Auxiliary Light/Self-Timer Lamp Lens 7 8 9 10 Refer to P.15, 30, 38, 62, 65, 68, 69, 73 P.30 P.73 P.28 — P.33, 39, 41 If you are using the camera for the first time, read this section. 1 2 34 6 P.35 — P.
Rear View 7 2 1 If you are using the camera for the first time, read this section. 18 9 2 3 4 5 6 15 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 8 10 11 12 13 14 16 17 Item Name Picture Display Strap Eyelet Terminal Cover Speaker Common Terminal for USB Port/AV Output HDMI Micro Output Terminal (Type D) N (Macro) ADJ./OK Button F (Flash) 6 (Playback) Button MENU Button Fn (Function) Button t (Self-timer)/D (Delete) Button DISP.
Picture Display Example of Picture Display when Shooting Pictures Still Image Mode 1 22 23 24 25 26 2 34 5 +0.3 Interval SR DZ 4:3 4: F 4 21 28 1cm- 6 7 8 9 10 1 Sec X103 35 27 34 F3.5 1/1000 29 30 EV +0.
If you are using the camera for the first time, read this section. 20 27 28 29 30 31 32 Item Name Zoom Bar Interval Shooting Aperture Shutter Speed Exposure Compensation ISO Setting Refer to P.33 P.83 P.144 P.84 P.90 P.92 33 34 35 36 37 38 Item Name Eye-Fi Connection Level Indicator AF Frame S-AUTO Exposure Warning Indicator Camera Shake Warning Symbol Refer to P.114 P.49 P.30 P.38 P.90 P.
Example of Picture Display During Playback Still Image Mode 1 2 3 Movie Mode 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 05 :12 05:12 Start 2011/01/01 00:00 ijıIJIJİıIJİıIJġııĻıı 12 13 14 15 16 Item Name File Number Number of Playback Files Total Number of Files Eye-Fi Transferred Images Mode Types Flag Function Setting Protect DPOF Playback Data Source Image Size Refer to — — — P.114 — P.96 P.104 P.106 P.24 P.
Item Name 1 Shooting Mode 2 Plus Normal Shooting 3 Dynamic Range Expansion/ Soft Focus Options/Hue/ Vignetting/Toy Color If you are using the camera for the first time, read this section. 4 5 6 7 Aperture Shutter Speed ISO Setting Exposure Compensation Refer to Item Name — 8 Exposure Metering P.72 9 White Balance P.70, 79 10 Flash Mode 11 Focal Length of the Zoom 12 Macro Shooting P.144 13 Focus Mode P.84 14 Auto Bracket P.92 15 Image Settings P.90 16 Noise Reduction Refer to P.81 P.91 P.35 P.33 P.
Getting Ready Turn the power on and get ready to shoot. Note ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- About the Battery This camera uses the rechargeable battery DB-100, a dedicated lithium-ion battery supplied with the camera. The rechargeable battery needs to be charged before use. The battery is not charged at the time of purchase.
About the SD Memory Card (available in stores) Pictures can be stored in the camera’s 40 MB internal memory or on SD or SDHC memory cards (hereafter referred to as “memory cards”) available separately from third-party suppliers. About Formatting ------------------------------------------------------------------- If you are using the camera for the first time, read this section.
Caution --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Write-protecting your images ---------------------------------------------------Move the write-protection switch on the SD memory card to LOCK to prevent your still images from being accidentally erased or the card from being formatted. Note that you cannot shoot images on a locked card because no data can be recorded to the card. Unlock the card before shooting.
Charging the Rechargeable Battery The rechargeable battery needs to be charged before use. 1 Insert the battery into the battery charger, making sure that the r and s markings on the battery match those on the battery charger. If you are using the camera for the first time, read this section. • The battery label should face up. Caution --------------------------------------------------------------------------------Be careful not to reverse the r and s sides. 2 Plug the battery charger into an outlet.
Loading the Rechargeable Battery and SD Memory Card After recharging the rechargeable battery, load the battery and the SD memory card. Be sure the camera is off before removing the battery or the SD memory card. Open the battery/card cover. 2 Insert the rechargeable battery and SD memory card. • Make sure the SD memory card is facing the right way and then push the card all the way in until it clicks. • When the rechargeable battery is loaded in place, it is locked with the hook shown in the figure.
Turning the Power On/Off Press the POWER button to turn the camera on or off. When the camera is turned on, a start-up sound plays and the picture display turns on. If you are using the camera for the first time, read this section. If the POWER button is pressed when the camera is on, the number of files recorded on that day is displayed, and then the camera turns off.
Setting the Language 1 Push the ADJ./OK button !"NF to select a language. 2 Press the ADJ./OK button. • The display language is set, and the date/time setting screen appears. Setting the Date and Time 1 Push the ADJ./OK button !"NF to set the year, month, date, time and format. • Change the setting with !" and move the item with NF. • You can cancel the setting by pressing the DISP. button. • For information on how to use the ADJ./OK Button, see P.16.
Basic Shooting Now you are ready. Shooting in Auto Shooting Mode (Focus and Shoot) If you are using the camera for the first time, read this section. Turn the mode dial to 5 to shoot with auto shooting mode. The shutter release button works in two steps. When you press the shutter release button halfway (Half-press), the auto-focus function is triggered to determine the focal distance. Next, press it all the way down (Fullpress) to shoot.
4 To take a picture with the subject in the foreground in focus against a background, half-press the shutter release button to focus on the subject, and then compose your shot. Subject to be focused 5 Gently press the shutter release button all the way. • The still image you have taken appears momentarily on the picture display and is recorded to the internal memory or the SD memory card.
About Focusing ----------------------------------------------------------------------• The color of the frame in the center of the picture display indicates whether the subject is in or out of focus. If you are using the camera for the first time, read this section. 32 Focus Status Before focusing Subject in focus Subject not in focus Frame Color White Green Red (Flashing) • It may be impossible to bring the following subjects into focus, or they may not be in focus even when the frame color is green.
Using the Zoom Function ĵĻ Ň ĵĻĴ ĵĻ Ň ĵĻĴ řIJıįĸ Wide-angle Telephoto Zoom bar ŤŮĮ The white part of the zoom bar SR ˴ijIJįĵ ijIJįĵ indicates the optical zoom (up to 10.7×); the green part of the zoom bar Super resolution zoom indicates the super resolution zoom Optical zoom (up to 2.0×). When using the super resolution zoom, the symbol appears on the picture display and the zoom ratio is displayed in green. The super resolution zoom allows you to enlarge the subject with less image deterioration.
Using the Digital Zoom ------------------------------------------------------------- If you are using the camera for the first time, read this section. 34 While you can use the super resolution zoom to enlarge the subject, the digital zoom allows you to enlarge the subject still further (up to another 4.8 × for still images, 2.8 × for movies with a frame size of 1280, or 4.0 × for movies with a frame size of 640 or 320).
• The minimum shooting distance and shooting range when using the zoom are shown below. Zoom position Focal Length* Using the Flash You can select the flash mode that best suits your shot. At the time of purchase, the camera is set to [Auto]. 1 Push the ADJ./OK button toward F (flash). • The list of the flash modes symbol is displayed on the picture display. Flash Off The flash will not fire. Auto The flash fires automatically when the subject is poorly lit or backlit.
2 If you are using the camera for the first time, read this section. 36 Push the ADJ./OK button !" to select the flash mode. • The flash mode symbol is displayed at the upper left of the picture display. • The flash mode symbol blinks at the upper left of the picture display when the flash is charging. Once the flash is charged, the symbol stops blinking and lights steadily and the camera is ready to shoot.
Using the Self-timer You can set the self-timer to shoot after either two or ten seconds, or you can select [Custom Self-Timer] (GP.83) to customize the selftimer setting. 1 • A list of self-timer mode settings appears on the picture display. 2 Push the ADJ./OK button !" to select the mode. ĵĻ Ň ĵĻĴ • The self-timer symbol and the number of seconds are displayed at the upper left of the picture display. 3 Press the shutter release button.
Shooting in Scene Auto Mode In scene auto mode, the camera selects the optimal scene mode (GP.59) automatically. The following scene modes can be selected. If you are using the camera for the first time, read this section. Scene Mode Portrait Refer to P.59 Scene Mode Landscape Night. Port. P.59 Nightscape — Sports P.60 Macro Mode P.34 N Refer to P.59 The icon of the selected scene mode is shown in the display. If macro mode is selected, an icon will be displayed on the picture display.
Playing Back Images Viewing Your Images Push the ADJ./OK button NF to display the previous file or the next file. Push the button !" to display the file 10 frames forward or backward. To switch the camera from playback mode to shooting mode, press the 6 button again. The images played back in playback mode -----------------------------------For information on how to play back files with S symbol, see P.74.
To view an image full frame, select it in the thumbnail list and press the ADJ./OK button or turn the zoom lever once toward 8 (Enlarged View). 81 Frames If you are using the camera for the first time, read this section. If the zoom lever is turned toward 9 when 20 frames are displayed, the screen is divided into 81 frames and thumbnails are displayed. Press the DISP. button to change between the thumbnail list and page list. In the Thumbnail list page list, push the ADJ.
Enlarging Images Turn the zoom lever toward 8 (Enlarged View) to zoom in on the selected still image. The magnification varies depending on the image size. Image Size z 4 : 3F a 4 : 3F Image sizes other than those above Pressing the DISP. button at this point changes the display as follows. 101-0084 Last File DISP. button Pushing the ADJ./OK button !"NF at this point moves the area displayed. Pushing the ADJ./OK button !"NF at this point moves the area displayed.
Deleting Files You can delete files from the SD memory card or internal memory. Note ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- If you are using the camera for the first time, read this section. The [Recover File] item (GP.95) in the playback menu (GP.93) can be used to recover files that have been deleted accidentally.
Deleting Multiple Files You can select multiple files for simultaneous deletion either individually or by selecting one or more ranges consisting of two images and all photographs between them. To delete multiple files, press the D (Delete) button in playback mode and follow the steps below (to exit at any time without deleting images, press DISP.). 1 Push the ADJ./OK button !" to select [Delete Multi] and then press the ADJ./OK button. • Omit this step if the camera is already in multi-frame view.
Specifying a Range of Multiple Files 1 Push the ADJ./OK button !" to select [Delete Multi] and then press the ADJ./OK button. • Omit this step if the camera is already in multi-frame view. If you are using the camera for the first time, read this section. 44 2 Push the ADJ./OK button !" to select [Sel. Range] and then press the ADJ./OK button. 3 Push the ADJ./OK button !"NF to select the starting point of the range of files you want to delete and press the ADJ./OK button.
Changing the Display with the DISP. Button During Shooting Mode Normal Symbol Display Picture Display Off (Synchro-Monitor Mode) Histogram Display Grid Guide Display No Display Grid Guide Display------------------------------------------------------------------• This displays auxiliary lines on the picture display to help you compose your picture. These lines are not recorded with images. • Use [Grid Guide Display Options] on the setup menu to select the grid. (GP.
Note ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- If you are using the camera for the first time, read this section. 46 • When [Shooting Info. Display Frame] is set to [On] in the setup menu, the shooting information display frame can be displayed for normal symbol display and histogram display (GP.112). • Histograms are not displayed in movie mode.
During Playback Mode Normal Symbol Display Histogram and Detailed Information Display 2011/01/01 00:00 2011/01/01 00:00 White Saturation Display 2011/01/01 00:00 White Saturation Highlights Display (only if [ White Saturation Display] is set to [On]) White Saturation Highlights Display-------------------------------------------• If [White Saturation Display] is set to [On] in the setup menu (GP.113), pressing the DISP.
About the Electronic Level When [Level Setting] is turned on in the setup menu or by pressing and holding the DISP. button, the camera uses a level indicator and level sound to let you know whether the image is level during shooting. The level indicator is displayed during normal symbol display and histogram display. If you are using the camera for the first time, read this section. 48 This is useful for keeping the image level when taking pictures of scenery or buildings.
Level indicator display When level: The level indicator becomes green, indicating that the scale is in the middle. Green When the camera is tilted too far to the right or left: Half of the level indicator on the opposite side of the direction in which the camera is tilted becomes red. The mark on the level indicator is not displayed. When the camera is tilted too far forward or backward, or it cannot be determined whether the camera is level: The top and bottom of the level indicator become red.
About the Histogram Display If you are using the camera for the first time, read this section. When Histogram is on, a histogram appears in the lower right corner on the picture display. A histogram is a graph indicating the number of pixels on the vertical axis and the brightness on the horizontal axis (from left to right, shadows (dark areas), midtones, and highlights (bright areas)).
Advanced Operations 1 Read this section when you want to learn more about the different camera functions. 1 ADJ. Button Functions ...................52 2 Using the Fn (Function) Button ........................................................55 3 Shooting Mode Types.....................59 4 Playback Functions ........................74 5 Shooting Menu ...............................78 6 Playback Menu ...............................93 7 Setup Menu ..................................109 8 Direct Printing ....
1 ADJ. Button Functions The ADJ./OK button has the following functions. For the operating procedure of each function, see the corresponding reference page. 1 Assigning four functions from the shooting menu 2 Shifting the AE and AF targets 1 ADJ. Button Functions Selecting Shooting Menu Options Assigned to the ADJ./OK Button You can assign four functions from the shooting menu to the ADJ./OK button. The fifth function is fixed to AE/AF target shift (GP.53) and cannot be changed. By using the ADJ.
Shifting the AE and AF Targets You can shift the target for automatic exposure (AE) and/or auto focus (AF). Available Setting AE/AF AF 1 Turn the mode dial to 5/X/R and then press the ADJ./OK button. 2 Push the ADJ./OK button NF to select P. 3 Push the ADJ./OK button !" to select the setting and then press the ADJ./OK button. • The target shift screen appears. 4 AE/AF AF AE Off Move Slctn Finish Select Ok Push the ADJ.
Note ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1 ADJ. Button Functions 54 • With the [Cooking]/[Zoom Macro] option in scene mode, or choosing macro mode by pushing the ADJ./OK button N (macro) while in movie mode, or in the [High Sens], [Skew Correct Mode], or [Text Mode] option in scene mode, the target icon (P) changes to U. • The macro target shift function is not available when the [Miniaturize] or [Toy Camera] option is selected in creative shooting mode.
2 Using the Fn (Function) Button Simply press the Fn button to quickly access the function assigned to it using the [Set Fn Button] option in the setup menu (GP.56). The function assigned to the Fn button can be selected from the options below. Available Setting Macro Target Refer to P.56 P.57 P.58 P.58 P.58 P.58 P.58 P.111 P.88 *1 [Multi AF], [Spot AF] or [Subj. Tracking] *2 [Multi AF], [Spot AF] or [Face Pr. Multi] *3 [Multi AF], [Spot AF], [Face Pr. Multi] or [Subj.
Assigning a Role to the Fn Button To assign functions to the Fn button, follow the steps below. 1 Select [Set Fn Button] in the setup menu (GP.109) and push the ADJ./OK button F. 2 Select the setting and then press the ADJ./OK button. 2 Using the Fn (Function) Button Shifting the AF Target for Macro Shooting You can select the focus target for close-ups. 1 2 Set [Set Fn Button] to [Macro Target] on the setup menu. With the camera ready to shoot, press the Fn button.
Locking the Exposure Assigning [AE Lock] to the Fn button (GP.56) and then pressing the Fn button during shooting allows you to lock or cancel the exposure. 1 Set [Set Fn Button] to [AE Lock] on the setup menu. 2 With the camera ready to shoot, position subject in the center of the picture display and press the Fn button. • For the operating procedure, see P.56. Note ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------• The AE lock function cannot be used in movie mode.
Choosing a Focus Setting If any of the following functions is assigned to the Fn button (GP.56), you can change the focus setting during shooting by pressing the Fn button. Available Setting AF/Face Pr. AF/Subj.Trckng 2 AF/Multi Trgt Using the Fn (Function) Button AF/MF 58 AF/Snap Description Switch between multi, spot, or subject tracking AF and facepriority multi AF (GP.80). Switch between multi, spot, or face-priority multi AF and subject tracking AF.
3 Shooting Mode Types Scene Mode (W) In scene mode, you can choose from one of the following 14 subject types. Camera settings are automatically optimized for the selected subject type. Scene Modes Portrait 3 Shooting Mode Types Use for portraits. The camera automatically detects up to eight faces, and adjusts focus, exposure, and white balance. The faces detected by the camera are shown ŇĴįĶ IJİIJııı ŊŔŐġIJıı by square borders.
Night Landscape Multi-shot Fireworks Cooking 3 Shooting Mode Types Sports Pets Golf Swing Continuous Mode Zoom Macro High Sens 60 Use for night scenes. Blur caused by camera shake is reduced even in handheld shots. Four shots are taken in succession and combined to create a single image, increasing the time needed to record photographs in comparison to other modes. The J icon is always displayed when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway. Use for fireworks scenes.
Skew Correct Mode Text Mode Reduce the effects of perspective when photographing rectangular objects, such as message boards or business cards. For detailed operations, see P.63. Image size can be set to [a 4 : 3 F] or [z 4 : 3 F] using the [Picture Quality/Size] option (GP.79) in the shooting menu (GP.78). Use when capturing text images, for example notes written on a whiteboard at a meeting. Images are captured in black and white.
Selecting a Scene Mode 1 Turn the mode dial to W. • The camera is ready to shoot and the selected scene mode is displayed at the top of the picture display. ĵĻ Ň ĵĻĴ 3 Shooting Mode Types 2 Press the MENU button to change the scene mode. • The scene mode selection screen appears. 3 Select a scene mode. 4 Press the ADJ./OK or Fn button. 5 Press the shutter release button to shoot the picture. • Pressing ADJ.
Using Skew Correction Mode 1 Select [Skew Correct Mode] in the scene mode menu and press the ADJ./OK button. 2 Press the shutter release button to shoot the picture. Press the ADJ./OK button. • The display indicates that the image is being corrected, and then the corrected image is recorded. The original image remains unchanged. Note ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------You can also correct the skew of a previously shot still image (GP.103).
Continuous Mode (R) Turn the mode dial to R to use the various continuous shooting functions. Continuous mode can be selected from the continuous mode selection dialog displayed when the MENU button is pressed. Continuous Modes 3 Shooting Mode Types This is the normal continuous mode. Pictures continue to be taken for as long as you hold down the shutter release button. Images are Continuous recorded one at a time, just as in normal shooting.
Taking Pictures in Continuous Mode 1 Turn the mode dial to R. • The camera enters shooting mode with the current continuous mode shown at the top of the picture display. ĵĻ Ň ĵĻĴ 3 3 Select the desired option. 4 Press the ADJ./OK or Fn button. 5 Press the shutter release button to shoot the picture. • To choose a different continuous mode, press the MENU button to display continuous mode options. Shooting Mode Types 2 Press the MENU button. • Pressing ADJ.
Note ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------• Focus, exposure value, and white balance are locked. • ISO sensitivity is raised. • Flickering may be recorded as horizontal bands when pictures are taken under fluorescent lights. • When [Card Sequence No.] is set to [On] (GP.
M-Cont Plus (2M) The camera shoots while the shutter release button is pressed all the way down, but only the last 26 frames (about the last 0.9 seconds of shooting) are recorded, creating a single multi-picture (MP) file. When you remove your finger from the shutter release button... …the camera records the 26 frames taken in the last 0.9 seconds of shooting. Note ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------• The image size is fixed at b 4 : 3 N.
Creative Shooting Mode (X) Choose from six creative photographic effects. Creative Shooting Mode Options Create images with natural contrast, reducing loss of detail in shadows and highlights. For detailed operations, see P.70. 3 Shooting Mode Types 68 Dynamic Range Use to create pictures that appear to be photos of dioramas. For detailed operations, see P.71. Miniaturize Use to create black-and-white images with higher contrast than those normally produced using black and white (GP.81).
Taking Pictures in Creative Shooting Mode 1 Turn the mode dial to X. • The camera enters shooting mode with the current creative shooting mode option shown at the top of the picture display. ĵĻ Ň ĵĻĴ 3 3 Select the desired mode. 4 Press the ADJ./OK or Fn button. 5 Press the shutter release button to shoot the picture. • To choose a different creative shooting mode, press the MENU button to display creative shooting mode options. Shooting Mode Types 2 Press the MENU button. • Pressing ADJ.
Dynamic Range Double Shot “Dynamic range” refers to the range of brightnesses (tone levels) that can be expressed by the camera. Dynamic range double shot creates a smooth transition from highlights to shadows for natural contrast. Note ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------With dynamic range double shot, two consecutive pictures are taken with different exposures and then the areas with the appropriate exposure are combined together.
The effect can be chosen using the [Dynamic Range Expansion] option when [Dynamic Range] is selected in creative shooting mode. If an option other than [AUTO] is highlighted when you push the ADJ./OK button F, the menu shown at right will be displayed. Choose the tone range given priority for expanded dynamic range from [Highlights], [Shadows], and [Off ]. Shooting in Miniaturization Mode This mode creates pictures that appear to be photos of dioramas.
3 Push the ADJ./OK button !" to reposition the area that will be in focus. • For help, press the Fn button. Press the Fn button again to clear help from the display. 3 Shooting Mode Types 4 Push the ADJ./OK button NF to choose the width of the area that will be in focus. 5 Press the ADJ./OK button. 6 Frame a picture and press the shutter release button halfway to focus, then press the shutter release button the rest of the way down to take the picture.
Movie Mode (3) Shooting Movies Rotate the mode dial to 3 to record movies with sound. Frame size can be selected using the [Movie Size] item (GP.80) in the shooting menu. Each movie you shoot is recorded as an AVI file. Press the shutter release button halfway to focus and the rest of the way down to start recording. The [O] icon blinks while recording is in progress and the recording time and time available are shown in the picture display.
4 Playback Functions Playing Back Movies To play back movies, follow the steps below. 1 Select the movie you want to play back in playback mode. 2 Press the ADJ./OK button. • Playback begins. The elapsed playback indicator or the elapsed time is displayed on the screen. Fast Forward Rewind Pause/Playback Slow Playback Slow Rewind Next Frame Previous Frame Volume Adjustment 4 640 RMOV0001 0001/9999 10 :05 10:05 Start 2011/01/01 00:00 Playback Functions Turn the zoom lever toward z during playback.
2 The display changes as follows. Display for Step 1 • Press the DISP. button to change between “Normal” and “No Display”. • The images cannot be enlarged even if the zoom lever is turned toward 8 (Enlarged View). The images are displayed in thumbnail view. • The other operations are the same as those for normal still images. Thumbnail view • The MP file images are displayed in thumbnail view. • Push the ADJ./OK button !"NF to select a frame. • The DISP. button is disabled.
Caution --------------------------------------------------------------------------------• The [DPOF], [Trim], [Resize], [Skew Correction] (playback mode), [Level Compensation], and [White Balance Compensation] functions are not available for MP files. • [Flag Function Setting] and [Protect] cannot be set for individual frames in an MP file.
Selecting Multiple Frames If [Sel. Multiple] is selected, select multiple individual frames or a range of frames. To select multiple individual frames: 1 2 Select a frame and press the ADJ./OK button. • Press the MENU button to switch to the display for specifying a range of frames. • If you selected a frame by mistake, you can deselect it by selecting the frame and pressing the ADJ./OK button. • Select all the frames which you want to export. Press the Fn button, select [Yes] and press the ADJ.
5 Shooting Menu The shooting menu is used to adjust camera settings when taking pictures. To display the shooting menu, press the MENU button when the camera is in shooting mode. Using the Menu 1 Press the MENU button in shooting mode. • The shooting menu is displayed. • To display the shooting menu in scene, continuous, or creative shooting mode, push the ADJ./OK button N to select the [MODE] tab and then push the button " once. 2 5 Shooting Menu 78 Indicates the range of displayed screens.
Shooting Menu Options Dynamic Range Expansion GP.70 Select the dynamic range expansion effects. Soft Focus Options GP.68 Choose the amount of softening produced by the [Soft Focus] option in creative shooting mode. Select from [Weak] and [Strong]. Hue GP.68 Choose the hue of photographs created using the [Cross Process] option in creative shooting mode. Select from [Basic], [Magenta], or [Yellow].
Movie Size GP.148 Choose the movie frame size. Density Adjust contrast when using the [Text Mode] option in scene mode. Size GP.148 Choose the size of pictures taken using the [Text Mode] option in scene mode. Focus GP.86 Choose a focusing mode. — — 5 Shooting Menu Multi AF Measures the distances from nine AF areas and focuses to the nearest AF area. Choose to prevent out-of-focus photos. Face Pr. Multi The camera automatically detects and focuses on faces.
Exposure Metering You can change the metering method (the range to use for metering) used to determine the exposure value. — Multi The entire shooting range is divided into 256 partitions, and each is metered to determine the overall exposure value. Center The entire image is metered, with emphasis on the center, to determine the exposure value. Use this when the brightness of the center and surroundings are different. Spot Only the center of the image is metered to determine the exposure value.
Super Resolution The super resolution process applies to still images to enhance picture resolution. Select the level from [Off ], [Weak], and [Strong] for this process. The processing time vary depending on the selected level. Note ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------With super resolution, the camera uses the [Auto] option for noise reduction, and the default setting value for sharpness. Noise Reduction Perform noise reduction when taking photographs.
Custom Self-Timer Set the shooting interval and the number of pictures when you want to shoot several pictures with the self-timer (GP.37). Available Settings Description Pictures Set this between one and ten pictures. The default setting is [2 Pics]. Interval Set this between five and ten seconds. The default setting is [5 Sec.].
Camera Shake Correction Select [On] to reduce the effects of camera shake. Caution -----------------------------------------------------------------------------• The camera shake correction function cannot prevent movement of the shooting subject (caused by wind, etc.). • Results vary with shooting conditions. Note ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The J symbol appears when camera shake is likely to occur (GP.19).
Maximum ISO for ISO Auto Select the maximum value chosen by the camera when [Auto] is selected for [ISO Setting]. Use to prevent ISO sensitivity from being raised too high. Restore Defaults Select [Yes] and press the ADJ./OK button to restore shooting menu settings to their default values.
Focus Subject Tracking AF When you press the shutter-release button halfway, the camera will focus on the subject in the focus frame at the center of the monitor and a green target icon will be displayed (the target icon will be displayed in red if the camera is unable to locate a subject to track). The camera will track the subject while the shutter-release button is pressed halfway (if the subject leaves the frame, the target icon will blink red and tracking will end).
MP file ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------MP is a file format for recording a set of still images. Caution --------------------------------------------------------------------------------• The flash cannot be used. • The [Time Exposure] setting is disabled (GP.82). • The camera shake correction function cannot be used. If [Multi-trgt AF] is set while the camera shake correction function is turned on, E changes to F.
Auto Bracketing Choose the type of bracketing performed. Note ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Assigning [AT-BKT], [WB-BKT], [CL-BKT], or [FOCUS-BKT] to the Fn (Function) button with [Set Fn Button] allows you to switch between on and off by pressing the Fn button (GP.55). Auto Bracket If [On] is selected, the camera will take three photos each time the shutter-release button is pressed: one underexposed by 0.
Color Bracketing (CL-BKT) With color bracketing, three images, a black-and-white, a color, and a sepia image, are recorded. An icon is displayed when [CL-BKT] is selected. Recording Sepia B&W Contrast, Sharpness and Vividness During Color Bracket Shooting ----During color bracket shooting, the contrast, sharpness, and vividness values set in [Image Settings] are applied. However, the values for [Standard] in [Image Settings] are applied when [Image Settings] is set to [Black & White] or [Sepia].
Note ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------• When [Focus] is set to [MF], the first picture is taken at the set focus position without being measured. • [White Balance] functions according to the [Auto] setting even if it is set to [Multi-P AUTO].
White Balance Adjust the white balance so that a white subject will appear white. At purchase, the white balance mode is set to [Multi-P AUTO]. Change the setting in situations where the white balance is difficult to adjust effectively, such as when shooting an object of a single color or when shooting under multiple light sources. 5 Shooting Menu AUTO Auto Adjusts the white balance automatically.
Manual 1 2 Select [Manual]. Frame a piece of paper or other white object under the lighting that will be used in the final photograph and press DISP. • The white balance is set. 3 Press the ADJ./OK button. • The symbol appears on the screen. • The effect of the selected white balance setting can be previewed in the picture display. Repeat the above steps until the desired effect is achieved.
6 Playback Menu The options in the playback menu can be used to perform a variety of operations on existing pictures. To display the playback menu, select playback mode and press the MENU button. Using the Menu 1 2 Press the 6 (Playback) button to select the playback mode. 3 Press the MENU button. Push the ADJ./OK button !"NF to display the desired file. • For [Flag Function Display] (GP.94), [Slide Show] (GP.95), [Copy to Card from Internal Memory] (GP.95), or [Recover File] (GP.95), skip this step.
Playback Menu Options Flag Function Setting GP.96 Flag up to 20 files for quick access. Flag Function Display Displays images flagged with [Flag Function Setting]. Fn button can be used for the same purpose. Note ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------The file set to [Flag Function Setting] with the smallest file number is displayed. Export Still Images GP.76 Export selected images from a MP file.
Protect GP.104 Protect images from accidental deletion. Slide Show You can display the recorded still images and movie files sequentially on the screen. Note ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------• Each still image is displayed for three seconds. • For movies and MP files, all the images you shot are played back. Copy to Card from Internal Memory Copy all data from internal memory to a memory card in a single operation.
Flag Function Setting Flag images for quick access during playback. Flagged images can be displayed by pressing the Fn button. Setting/Canceling One File at a Time To flag or remove flag marking from the current image, select [Flag Function Setting] in single-image playback. Flagged files are indicated by an icon.
Trim Create a cropped copy of the current photograph. Turn the zoom lever toward 8 or 9 to adjust the crop size and push the ADJ./OK button !"NF to position the crop. Press the ADJ./OK button to save the cropped image to a separate file. Caution --------------------------------------------------------------------------------• You can only trim still images shot using this camera. • You cannot trim movies or MP files.
• The size of the image after cropping depends on the size of the original and the size of the crop (the first crop shown in the trimming display is the second largest crop; to display the largest crop, select 9 with the zoom lever).
Aspect ratio 1 : 1 Original image size j 4 : 3 F/ j 4 : 3 N (3648 × 2736) i 3 : 2F (3648 × 2432) g 1 : 1F (2736 × 2736) g 16 : 9 F (3648 × 2048) e 4 : 3F (2592 × 1944) c 4 : 3F (2048 × 1536) Trimmed image size 2304 × 2304 1536 × 1536 960 × 960 480 × 480 2304 × 2304 1536 × 1536 960 × 960 480 × 480 2304 × 2304 1536 × 1536 960 × 960 480 × 480 1536 × 1536 960 × 960 480 × 480 1536 × 1536 960 × 960 480 × 480 1536 × 1536 960 × 960 480 × 480 960 × 960 480 × 480 960 × 960 480 × 480 1 to 4 480 × 480 6 Playback
Level Compensation Create copies that have been processed to adjust brightness and contrast. Correcting Images Automatically Select [Auto] and push the ADJ./OK button F. A preview will be displayed with the original image at upper left and the corrected copy on the right. Level Compensation [Auto] Press the ADJ./OK button to copy the image. Ok Cancel Correcting Images Manually Select [Manual] and push the ADJ./OK button F.
• To increase contrast, align the black point and white point with the darkest and brightest pixels. • For help, press the Fn button; press the button again to return to the preview display. Press the ADJ./OK button to create the corrected copy. Caution --------------------------------------------------------------------------------• If the camera can not create a corrected copy, an error message will be displayed and the camera will exit to the playback menu.
White Balance Compensation Create copies with modified white balance. White Balance Compensation A preview will be displayed with the original image at upper left, white balance controls at lower left, and the corrected copy on the right. Push the ADJ./OK button !"NF to adjust white balance on the Green-Magenta and BlueAmber axes. Press the ADJ./OK button in to record the modified copy.
Skew Correction Create copies that have been processed to reduce the effects of perspective on rectangular objects, such as message boards or business cards. Caution --------------------------------------------------------------------------------• You can only use skew correction for still images shot with this camera. • You cannot use skew correction for movies or MP files.
Protect [Protect] allows you to protect files from being accidentally deleted. If [1 File] is selected, you can protect or unprotect the file selected by pushing the ADJ./OK button NF. If [Select All] or [Cancel All] is selected, you can protect or unprotect all files. Selecting Multiple Files Select [Sel. Multiple] to change the protect status of multiple individual files or of all files in a selected range. To select multiple individual frames: 1 2 Select [Sel. Indiv.] and press the ADJ./OK button.
3 Select the last frame and press the ADJ./OK button. Protect Last File 4:33 F • Repeat Steps 2 and 3 to select multiple ranges. 4 Press the Fn button. Start Execute Note ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------[Sel. Indiv.] and [Sel. Range] can be selected directly if [Protect] is chosen in thumbnail view.
DPOF To request professional prints of the photographs on a memory card, first use this option to create a digital “print order” listing the photos you wish to print and the number of prints, and then take the memory card to a digital print service center that supports the DPOF standard. To add a photo to or remove it from the print order, select [1 File] and push the ADJ./OK button NF to display the desired file.
Viewing Pictures on TV To view pictures on a TV, connect the camera using the supplied AV cable. 1 Securely connect the AV cable to the Video Input Terminal (yellow) Video In terminal on the television. • Connect the white plug of the AV cable to the audio input terminal (white) of the TV unit and the yellow plug to the video input terminal (yellow). 2 Turn the camera off and securely Audio Input Terminal (white) connect the cable to the common terminal for USB port/AV output (gray) of the camera.
Note ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------• You can connect the AV cable to the Video In terminal on your video recorder and record what you have shot to a video recorder. • The camera supports the following video standards: NTSC and PAL. Where possible, the camera is set to the standard used in your country or region before shipment; before connecting the camera to a device that uses a different video standard, choose the appropriate video mode (GP.114).
7 Setup Menu You can change the camera settings by displaying the setup menu from the shooting menu (GP.78) or playback menu (GP.93). Using the Menu 1 Press the MENU button. 2 3 Push the ADJ./OK button N. 4 Push the ADJ./OK button F. 5 Push the ADJ./OK button !" to select the desired item. • The shooting menu (or the playback menu) appears. Push the ADJ./OK button ". • The setup menu appears. • In scene, continuous, or creative shooting mode, push the button " twice. 6 Push the ADJ.
8 Press the ADJ./OK button. • The setup menu disappears and the camera is ready for shooting or playback. • The setup menu may appear depending on the setting. In this case, press the MENU button or the ADJ./OK button to return to the shooting or playback screen. • Pushing the ADJ./OK button N in Step 8 confirms the setting and the display returns to the screen shown in Step 5.
ADJ Button Setting 1–4 Choose the role performed by the ADJ./OK button. AF Auxiliary Light If [On] is selected, the AF auxiliary light will light to assist autofocus. Operation Sounds Choose the sounds made by the camera. Available Settings All Level Sound Shutter Sounds GP.52 Description All sounds on. Only the level sound is emitted. Only the shutter sound and level sound are emitted.
LCD Auto Dim If [On] is selected, the picture display will automatically dim to save power if no operations are performed for about five seconds. This feature is not available in synchro-monitor mode (GP.45) or sleep mode (GP.114). Digital Zoom Image GP.117 Choose [Auto Resize] to record pictures taken with digital zoom at actual size, [Normal] to enlarge image data from the center of the frame using both the digital zoom and the super resolution zoom. Level Setting GP.
Minimum Distance Select [Show] to display the minimum focus distance for the current zoom position. The minimum focus distance is not displayed in scene auto mode. Auto Rotate Select [On] to automatically display pictures in the correct orientation during playback. White Saturation Display GP.47 If [On] is selected, highlights can be viewed in playback mode by pressing the DISP. button. Card Sequence No.
Date Settings Set the camera clock. GP.29 Note ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------• If the battery is removed for more than one week, the date and time settings will be lost. These settings must be made again. • To retain the date and time settings, load a battery with adequate remaining power for more than two hours. Language/N*1 GP.29 You can change the language displayed on the screen.
Reg. My Settings Save current camera settings in [MY1] or [MY2]. Settings saved in [MY1] are recalled when the mode dial is rotated to T , those saved in [MY2] when the mode dial is rotated to U. 1 2 Set the camera to the desired settings. Select [Reg. My Settings] in the setup menu (GP.109) and push the ADJ./OK button F. • A confirmation message appears. 3 Select [MY1] or [MY2] and press the ADJ./OK button. • The current camera settings are registered and the display returns to the setup menu.
Exposure Time ([Fireworks] in scene mode) Brightness/Color ([Cooking] in scene mode) 7 Setup Menu 116 Grid Settings Value ([Golf Swing Continuous Mode] in scene mode)
Digital Zoom Image If [Normal] (the default option) is selected for [Digital Zoom Image] , digital zoom will enlarge image data from the center of the frame to create a picture at the current image size, creating a slightly grainy image. To record pictures taken with digital zoom at actual size, select [Auto Resize]. The size at which the image will be recorded varies with the zoom ratio.
8 Direct Printing About the Direct Print Function The Direct Print standard enables direct printing from a camera to a printer by connecting them via a USB cable. Photos can be printed quickly and easily from your digital camera without using a computer. Caution --------------------------------------------------------------------------------You cannot print AVI files (movies) or MP files with this function.
Printing Still Images You can print still images from the camera with a PictBridgecompatible printer. If a memory card is inserted, the pictures will be printed from the memory card; otherwise pictures will be printed from internal memory. Caution --------------------------------------------------------------------------------After making sure that the printing completes and the camera turns off, disconnect the USB cable to end the connection between the camera and the printer.
3 Select an item and push the ADJ./OK button F to view the options available. • When [Connecting…] is displayed, the connection to the printer is not yet established. When a connection is established, [Connecting…] disappears and [Direct Print] appears. Proceed with this step after the connection is established. • The following items can be selected. Each item is available only when supported by the printer connected to the camera.
Note ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------• To specify the settings as the default settings next time the camera is connected to the printer, press the MENU button when the screen in Step 3 is displayed. Select [Yes] in the display at right and press the ADJ./OK button. • To use the settings last set the next time the camera is connected to the printer, select [No]. 4 Select an option and press the ADJ./OK button. 5 Press the ADJ./OK button.
Printing Several Still Images 1 Turn the zoom lever toward 9 (Thumbnail View) to display the thumbnail view. 2 3 Select an image and press the ADJ./OK button. Push the ADJ./OK button !" to set the number of copies to print. • Push the ADJ./OK button ! to increase the number of copies, or push the ADJ./OK button " to decrease the number of copies. • Repeat Steps 2 and 3 to select additional images. Prnt Fil Last File 4:33 F 1 Forward 4 Press the ADJ./OK button. 5 Select an item and push the ADJ.
9 Downloading Images to Your Computer The screen images shown here may differ from the images displayed on your computer depending on your computer OS. For Windows You can copy pictures to your computer with or without DL-10 software, which is available in the internal memory of the camera. The following software are installed with the DL-10 installation. Software DL-10 MediaBrowser Description Downloads images collectively to your computer. Display, manage, and edit existing images.
Caution --------------------------------------------------------------------------------• Windows XP 64-bit and Windows Vista 64-bit are not supported. • If your computer has an upgraded OS, the USB function may not work normally, so it will not be supported. • The provided software may not operate properly if changes are made to the operating system, such as with patches and service package releases.
4 Click [Start the digital camera software installer], and then click the [OK] button. • [Digital camera software installer] screen appears. Windows 7 • Click [Open folder to view files] and double-click [AUTORUN.EXE] from the displayed files. Use this button to install software required for batch downloading and editing of images. Click this to display the Website for user registration. Click [Installing the software]. 6 Select a language and follow the on-screen instructions to complete installation.
8 When a message appears asking you to restart your computer, select [Yes, I want to restart my computer now.] and then click [Finish]. • Your computer will restart automatically. • After your computer restarts, a Windows security warning message appears. Caution --------------------------------------------------------------------------------• Do not force the USB cable into the terminal, or apply excessive force with the USB cable connected.
Viewing Software Manual In the internal memory of the camera, “Software User Guide” (PDF file) is available. This guide explains how to download images from the camera to your computer. To view the guide, copy the guide onto your computer. 1 Open [My computer] with the camera connected to the computer. • The internal memory of the camera appears as the drive. 2 Open [MANUAL] folder. 3 Copy the PDF file for your language directly to your hard disk.
Copying Pictures to Your Computer Follow the steps below to copy pictures to your computer. Caution --------------------------------------------------------------------------------To copy pictures stored in the SD memory card, insert the card first and then connect the camera to the computer. 1 Connect the common terminal for USB port/AV output of the camera (gray) to the computer using the supplied USB cable. • Turn the camera off before connecting the USB cable.
3 Disconnect the USB cable when transfer is complete. • Click the [Safely Remove Hardware] or [Unplug or Eject Hardware] icon in the taskbar (the illustration above shows the icon for Windows XP) and select [Safely Remove USB Mass Storage Device] or [Stop USB Mass Storage Device] from the menu that appears. You can then disconnect the USB cable. • If the remove hardware icon is not displayed in Windows 7, click the button in the taskbar.
For Macintosh This camera supports the following Macintosh operating systems. • Mac OS X 10.1.2 to 10.6.4 Caution --------------------------------------------------------------------------------• VM-1 software and the “Software User Guide” (PDF file) can be used on Macintosh computers. • In the internal memory of the camera, “Software User Guide” (PDF file) is available. To view the guide, copy the guide onto your computer. See P.127 for more information.
Copying Pictures to Your Computer Follow the steps below to copy pictures to your computer. Caution --------------------------------------------------------------------------------To copy pictures stored in the SD memory card, insert the card first and then connect the camera to the computer. 1 Connect the common terminal for USB port/AV output of the camera (gray) to the computer using the supplied USB cable. • Turn the camera off before connecting the USB cable.
Caution --------------------------------------------------------------------------------• Do not turn off the camera or disconnect the USB cable during image transfer. • You can also click [Eject] on the [File] menu to cancel the connection. • If the USB cable is disconnected without disabling the connection, the Unsafe Removal of Device screen may be displayed. Be sure to stop the connection before removing the USB cable. • When you connect your camera to a Macintosh computer, a file called “FINDER.
2 Connect the common terminal for USB port/AV output of the camera (gray) to the computer using the supplied USB cable. • When a connection is established, the camera turns on automatically and the internal memory of the camera appears as the [RICOHDCI] drive. 3 Double-click [RICOHDCI], [MAC], [MAC_DATA.DMG], and [VM1 installer.pkg]. • The [Install VM-1] window is displayed. 4 Follow the on-screen instructions to complete installation.
10 Appendices Troubleshooting Error Messages If an error message is displayed on the screen, check the information on the reference page and take the corresponding action. Error Message Insert card. Set date. The file number limit has been exceeded. Unmatched File Insufficient memory. Continue? Protected Card Is Write-Protected. Print settings cannot be applied to this file. Insufficient Memory Format internal memory. Format card. Card Error Appendices 10 Writing Data No File Out of memory.
Camera Troubleshooting Power Supply Problem The camera does not turn on. Cause The battery is exhausted or not inserted. An unacceptable battery is used. The camera is automatically turned off by auto power off. The battery is loaded in wrong direction. Because the camera overheated, the power was automatically turned off. The camera turns off during use. Camera malfunction A (manganese dry cell or other) unacceptable battery is used. Battery has reached the end of its useful life.
Shooting Problem The camera does not shoot even if you press the shutter release button. Appendices 10 136 Cause Battery is exhausted. The camera is not on. Solution Charge the rechargeable battery. Press the POWER button to turn the camera on. The camera is in playback mode. Press the 6 (Playback) button to select the shooting mode. The shutter release button is not Press the shutter release button pressed all the way. all the way. The SD memory card is not formatted. Format the card.
Problem The flash does not fire. Or, the flash cannot charge. Cause The flash cannot be used in the following cases: • In bracket shooting • In continuous mode • In movie mode • In discreet mode • In pets mode In some scene modes, the flash is disabled by default. The flash is set to flash off. Battery is exhausted. The distance to the subject exceeds the flash range. Solution To shoot with the flash, change the settings or mode. P.35 P.26 P.92 P.90 P.82 P.35, P.82 P.90 P.82 P.110 P.35 P.90 P.82 P.
Problem The level indicator is not displayed. Cause [Level Setting] is set to [Off] or [Sound]. The display is set to a setting other than normal symbol display or histogram. The camera is upside down (The shutter release button is on the bottom). The image is tilted even You shot the image while moving, though it was shot with such as on a amusement ride. the level indicator in The subject is not level. the middle or while the level sound was sounding.
Problem Part of the screen flashes in black. A file cannot be deleted. Cannot format the SD memory card. Cause Solution The screen is highlighted due to an It is recommended that you shoot overly bright area. another image while avoiding direct sunlight and setting the exposure level lower (–). The file is protected. Unprotect the file. The SD memory card is locked. Unlock the card. The SD memory card is locked. Unlock the card. Refer to P.47, P.90 P.104 P.25 P.
Available Settings The following table lists the settings available in each shooting mode. R 5 3 Shooting Menu N (Macro) *1 F (Flash) t (Self-timer) *5 Digital Zoom Dynamic Range Expansion Soft Focus Options Vignetting Toy Color Hue Plus Normal Shooting Picture Quality/Size Movie Size Density Size Focus Multi AF *8 Face Pr. Multi *10 Subj.
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5 3 Shooting Menu Setup Menu Appendices 10 142 Custom Self-Timer Interval Shooting *16 Camera Shake Correction *17 Slow Shutter Limit Date Imprint Exposure Compensation White Balance *18 Multi-P AUTO Other than those above ISO Setting Maximum ISO for ISO Auto Restore Defaults Step Zoom Set Fn Button *19 Macro Target *20 Step Zoom AE Lock AF/Face Pr. AF/Subj.Trckng AF/Multi Trgt AF/MF AF/Snap AT-BKT WB-BKT CL-BKT FOCUS-BKT ADJ Button Setting Off 1–4 Exposure Comp.
X 4 — — ✓ *9 — ✓ — ✓ *9 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — ✓ — — — — — — ✓ — — — ✓ *19 The Fn button can not be used to perform the selected function when [Miniaturize] is selected in creative shooting mode, or when [Fireworks], [Cooking], or [Golf Swing Continuous Mode] is selected in scene mode. *20 Not available when [Subj. Tracking] or [Face Pr. Multi] is selected for [Focus]. *21 Can be assigned but can not be used. *22 [Auto Resize] has no effect.
Specifications No. of effective pixels (camera) Image Sensor Lens Focal Length F-aperture Shooting Distance Appendices 10 144 Approx. 10.00 million effective pixels 1/2.3˝ CMOS (Approx. 10.60 total million pixels) 4.9 mm to 52.5 mm (equivalent to 28 mm to 300 mm on a 35-mm camera) F3.5 to F5.6 Normal shooting: Approx. 30 cm to ∞ (Wide-angle) or 1.5 m to ∞ (Telephoto) (from the front of the lens) Macro shooting: Approx.
Shooting Mode Picture Quality Mode *1 Number of Still Image Recorded Multi-Picture Pixels Movie Text Recording Media Auto shooting mode/My settings mode/Movie mode/Continuous mode/ Creative Shooting Mode (Dynamic Range/Miniaturize/High Contrast B&W/Soft Focus/Cross Process/Toy Camera)/Scene mode (Portrait/Landscape/Discreet Mode/Night. Port.
Tripod Hole Shape Date Maintain Time Operating Temperature Operating Humidity Storage Temperature 1/4-20UNC Approx. 1 week 0 °C to 40 °C 90% or less –20 °C to 60 °C *1 The picture quality mode that can be set varies depending on the image size. *2 Compatible with DCF and DPOF. DCF is the abbreviation for “Design rule for Camera File system,” a JEITA standard. (Full compatibility with other devices is not guaranteed.) *3 When the flash is set to [Flash Off ].
Number of Images That Can Be Stored The following table shows the approximate number of images that can be recorded in the internal memory and onto an SD memory card at various image size and picture quality settings.
Note ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------• The maximum recording time is the estimated total recording time. Movies may be up to 4 GB in size. The maximum length is 12 minutes for movies recorded at a [Movie Size] of [ x 1280] and 29 minutes for movies recorded at [ z 640] or [ y 320]. • A Speed Class 6 memory card is recommended when recording movies with [ x 1280] selected for [Movie Size].
Defaults Settings/Functions Whose Defaults Are Restored When the Camera Is Turned Off Turning the camera off may reset some function settings to their defaults. The table below indicates whether or not the function is reset to its default when the camera is turned off.
Appendices 10 150 {: setting is saved ×: setting is reset Function Default Settings Shooting Flash { Auto Self-Timer × Self-Timer Off Playback Volume Adjustment { — Setup LCD Brightness { — Reg. My Settings { — Step Zoom { Off Set Fn Button { AF/Subj.Trckng ADJ Button Setting 1 { Exposure Comp. ADJ Button Setting 2 { White Balance ADJ Button Setting 3 { ISO ADJ Button Setting 4 { Quality AF Auxiliary Light { On Operation Sounds { All Volume Settings { (Medium) LCD Confirmation Time { 0.
Using Your Camera Abroad Battery Charger (Model BJ-10) The battery charger can be used in regions with a current of 100-240 V, 50 Hz/60 Hz. If you are going to travel to a country that uses a different shaped wall outlet/plug, please consult your travel agent on a plug adapter suitable for wall outlets in your country of destination. Do not use electrical transformers. It may damage the camera. Warranty This product was manufactured for use in the country in which it was purchased.
• The battery may become hot after extended use. Touching the battery immediately after use could result in burns to your fingers. • If the picture display or panel is exposed to sunlight, they may become washed out and images may become hard to view. • The picture display and panel may contain some pixels that do not remain lit up continually in part or at all. Also, the brightness may become uneven because of the characteristics of LCDs. These are not failures.
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. Special care should be taken for the lens barrel. • After use at the beach or around chemicals, wipe it off particularly carefully.
Warranty and Servicing Appendices 10 154 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 Repair Center. Please note that you will not be reimbursed for the cost of bringing the camera to the Ricoh Repair Center. 2.
INFORMATION TO THE USER USA FCC Part 15 Class B This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Index A E ADJ./OK Button .................................. 16, 18, 52 ADJ Button Setting ............................... 52, 111 Adobe Reader ..................................................127 AE/AF Target Shift.............................................53 AE Lock ....................................................................57 AF Auxiliary Light ................................... 17, 111 AF Window ...........................................................17 Auto Bracket ....................
LCD Confirmation Time .............................111 Lens ...........................................................................17 Lens Cover.............................................................17 Level Compensation............................ 94, 100 Level Indicator ....................................................48 Level Setting ............................................. 48, 112 R M S M-Cont Plus (10M) ...................................64, 66 M-Cont Plus (2M) ...................
V Video Out Mode .............................................114 Vignetting..............................................................79 VM-1.......................................................................132 Volume Settings .............................................111 W White Balance .............................................84, 91 White Balance Bracket (WB-BKT) ............88 White Balance Compensation ....... 94, 102 White Saturation Display ..................
Telephone Support Numbers in Europe UK (from within the UK) (from outside the UK) 0203 239 6327 +44 203 239 6327 Deutschland (innerhalb Deutschlands) (außerhalb Deutschlands) 06331 268 438 +49 6331 268 438 France (à partir de la France) (en dehors de la France) 0800 88 18 70 +33 1 60 60 19 94 Italia (dall'Italia) (dall'estero) 02 4004 7319 +39 02 4004 7319 España (desde España) (desde fuera de España) 900984912 +49 6331 268 440 http://www.service.ricohpmmc.
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