Connecting to a Personal Computer Operation Manual RICOH CO., LTD. Ohmori NM Building 1-1 Ohmori-kita 2 chome Ota-ku, Tokyo 143-0016 Japan L2132553 Connecting to a Personal Computer Operation Manual To ensure correct use of your camera, read this manual carefully before use. Keep the manual handy for future use.
Introduction Ricoh Service Offices Thank you for purchasing a Ricoh RDC-i700. This manual explains the correct handling procedures and precautions for your camera. To ensure the best performance, please read the manual thoroughly before using the camera. Keep the manual handy for quick future reference. Ricoh Co., Ltd. Ricoh Co., Ltd. Ohmori NM Building 1-1 Ohmori-Kita 2-chome Ota-ku, Tokyo 143-0016 JAPAN http://www.ricoh.co.
How to Use the Operation Manuals Five operation manuals are supplied with this camera. Use each operation manual as shown below to suit the purpose. Open the package ➜ Read This Before Proceeding! These instructions explain the procedure for checking the contents of the package and loading the battery to enable you to use the camera straightaway.
CONTENTS How to Use the Operation Manuals ...................................................... 1 Chapter 1 Getting Started Using a Personal Computer .................................................................. 8 What You Can Do Using a PC ............................................................... 8 PC Environment ................................................................................... 10 Connecting Methods ............................................................................
Chapter 3 Recording Images with the Camera Shooting Still Images .......................................................................... 44 Shooting ............................................................................................... 44 Checking the Image ............................................................................. 47 Saving the Image ................................................................................. 48 Shooting Text Files ......................................
Quick Send Settings .......................................................................... 87 Displaying the Quick Send Dial-Up Accounts ..................................... Selecting a Quick Send Dial-Up Account ............................................ Selecting a Quick Send Send-To Account .......................................... Selecting the Size of the Image to be Sent by Quick Send ................ 87 88 89 90 Setting FTP Upload ............................................................
Chapter 6 Using the Extension Functions Using the RDC-i700 Explorer Plug-In ............................................... 128 Using the RDC-7/i700 Mounter ........................................................ 131 Making a Backup File of the Camera Settings ................................. 134 Making a Backup File ......................................................................... 134 Restoring the Backup Settings to the Camera ..................................
Chapter 1 Getting Started Using a Personal Computer ..... 8 What You Can Do Using a PC ....... 8 PC Environment ........................... 10 Connecting Methods .................... 12 Installing the USB Driver ........ 14 For Windows ................................ 14 For Macintosh .............................. 15 Installing the Application Software ................................... 16 For Windows ................................ 16 For Macintosh ..............................
Using a Personal Computer The range of available applications can be greatly increased by connecting the camera to a PC. What You Can Do Using a PC By connecting the camera to a PC, you can take advantage of the following functions. ■ Using the Camera Control Functions from the Browser By accessing the camera’s homepage from the PC Web browser, you can use the following functions.
See • To use the Image Capture Guide List Tool Kit, after installing the software and connecting the camera according to the instructions in the latter half of this chapter, refer to Chapter 5 “Using JOB Navi. Image Capture Guide List”.
PC Environment To connect the camera to a PC, the PC must meet the following conditions. ■ For a PC running Windows One of the following Windows programs must be installed. Microsoft Windows® 95 Microsoft Windows® 98 Microsoft Windows® 98 Second Edition Microsoft Windows® NT4.0 Microsoft Windows® 2000 CPU : Pentium or later Memory : Windows 95 : 32 MB or more (recommended 64 MB or more) Windows 98 : 32 MB or more (recommended 96 MB or more) Windows NT4.
■ For Macintosh • If you use the USB cable to connect the camera to a Macintosh equipped with a standard USB port, a MacOS 8.6 operating system or later version must be installed. • If you use the serial cable to connect the camera, a MacOS 8.1 operating system or later version must be installed. • CPU : PowerPC • Memory : 32 MB or more • The USB cable cannot be used with a MacOS X operating system. • Hard disk space : 6 MB or more Netscape Communicator or other Web browser must be installed.
Connecting Methods The camera can be connected to the PC by one of the following methods. Decide which method you will use. (Connect the camera after the software has been installed.) ■ Connecting the Camera Directly to the PC This method is for connecting the camera and the PC on a one-to-one basis. USB cable supplied or serial cable ● By USB Cable If the PC has a USB port, you can connect the camera to the PC easily using the USB cable supplied with the camera.
■ Connecting the Camera to a Network You can connect the camera to an existing network (LAN by Ethernet, etc.) using the recommended LAN PC card. This method is useful when using the camera on several PCs or when using several cameras.
Installing the USB Driver This section explains how to install the software for connecting the camera to the PC by USB cable. For Windows, follow these instructions only if connecting the camera to the PC by USB cable. If connecting by serial cable or LAN, this procedure is not necessary. For Macintosh, follow these instructions if connecting the camera to the PC by USB or serial cable. If connecting by LAN, this procedure is not necessary.
Installation of the software for connecting the camera by USB cable will start. Follow the instructions displayed on the screen. When installation is completed, proceed to the next step. Note • Updated information on installation is provided in the [Readme] file in the [Win98] and [Win2000] folders. If necessary, refer to this information. • When you connect/remove the USB cable or cancel installation before installing the USB driver, the cable may be recognized as an unknown device for a PC.
Installing the Application Software This section explains how to install the various application software for using the camera. For Windows Install the application software for Windows. ■ Installing RDC-i700 Explorer Plug-In A Check that the PC is turned on. B Check that the CD-ROM supplied is inserted in the CD-ROM of the PC. C Double-click on [My Computer] and then double-click on the CDROM. Next, double-click on the [Explorer_Plug-In] folder and double-click on the [Disk1] folder.
■ Installing QuickTime Note • QuickTime is software for viewing a motion picture recorded with the camera. • If QuickTime 4 has already been installed on the PC, this procedure is not necessary. A Check that the PC has been turned on. C Double-click on [My Computer] and then double-click on the CDROM. Next, double click on the [QuickTime4] folder. D Double-click on [QuickTime Installer.exe]. Installation of the QuickTime software will start. Follow the instructions displayed on the screen.
The Image Capture Guide List Tool Kit installer will start up. Follow the instructions displayed on the screen and install both the Excel and Word Image Capture Guide List Tool Kits. Note • You can choose whichever kit you need. For Macintosh This section explains how to install the application software for Macintosh. ■ Installing the RDC-7/i700 Mounter A Check that the PC is turned on. B Check that the CD-ROM supplied is inserted in the CD-ROM drive of the PC.
■ Installing QuickTime Note • QuickTime is a software required for viewing a motion picture file with a camera. • This procedure is not required if QuickTime 4 has already been installed on your Macintosh. A Check that the PC is turned on. C Double-click on the CD-ROM, then double-click on the [QuickTime] folder. D Double-click on [QuickTime Installer]. Installation of QuickTime will start. Follow the instructions displayed on the screen.
Connecting the Camera to a PC This section explains how to connect the camera to a PC. Connecting the Camera Directly to a PC This method is for connecting the camera directly to a PC. Important Note • The flash lamp (red) on the camera blinks while data is being transmitted. Do not disconnect the cable or turn the camera off while data is being transmitted between the camera and the PC as the camera or PC may be adversely affected.
C Insert the connector on the other end of the cable into the USB port of the PC. D Turn the camera on. The PC will automatically detect the equipment which has been connected and operate accordingly. If a message is displayed, follow the instructions on the screen. 1 ■ Connecting the Camera by USB Cable (For Macintosh) You can connect the camera to a Macintosh using the USB cable supplied with the camera. A Open the terminal cover on the right side of the camera.
D Turn the camera on. The PC will automatically detect the equipment which has been connected and operate accordingly. If a message is displayed, follow the instructions on the screen. Connection by USB cable is completed. From this point you can connect or disconnect the camera and PC at any time simply by inserting or removing the USB cable. ■ Connecting the Camera by Serial Cable (For Windows) You can connect the camera to a PC running Windows using a special serial cable.
■ Connecting to the Serial Port (For Macintosh) You can connect the camera to a Macintosh using a serial cable for this camera. Important Note • Make sure that both the PC and the camera are turned off before connecting or disconnecting the serial cable. A Check that the PC and the camera are turned off. 1 Getting Started B Open the terminal cover on the right side of the camera. C Insert the flat connector on one end of the serial cable into the USB/AUX terminal of the camera with the seal facing up.
Connecting the Camera to a Network You can connect the camera to an existing internal network or household network (LAN using Ethernet, etc.). Important Note • This camera is compatible with a 10BASE-T LAN (Ethernet). • To connect the camera to a LAN, it is necessary to purchase a LAN connection PC card. For details of equipment checked or recommended by Ricoh, refer to the separate list of Qualified Products. Updated information can be found in Ricoh’s homepage on the Internet (noted at end of manual).
C Insert the connection cable into the LAN connection PC card. D Insert the connector on the other end of the connection cable into the connector of the LAN cable. 1 Getting Started E Insert the connector on the other end of the LAN cable into the free terminal of the LAN hub. Connection of the camera to the LAN is now completed.
Making the Camera Settings Normally, when the camera is connected to a PC, you can immediately access the camera using the Web browser or the PC. This is because various general settings have been made for the factory default settings. However, depending on the PC or LAN used, operation may not proceed smoothly with the settings as they are. In this case, refer to the appendix “Camera Settings When Connected to a PC” (p.158) and change the settings to suit the PC or LAN used.
Chapter 2 Viewing Images on a PC Controlling the Camera from the Browser ............................ 28 Preparing the Camera .................. 28 Opening the Camera’s Homepage on the Browser .......... 28 Displaying Thumbnail Images ...................................... 31 Viewing Thumbnail Images .......... 31 Displaying File Properties ............ 33 Checking the Data ........................ 34 Saving Data in the PC .................. 36 Displaying Thumbnail Images with Capture Guide Titles ....
Controlling the Camera from the Browser You can access the camera’s homepage from the PC using the Web browser and view data recorded in the camera or make various camera settings. This section explains how to access the homepage. Preparing the Camera To perform an operation when the camera is connected to a PC, set the mode ] (PC). dial to [ A Check that the camera and PC are properly connected. See • P.20 “Connecting the Camera to a PC” B Check that the camera and the PC are turned on.
C Enter [http://] in the [Address] area at the top of the PC screen, then enter the figures of the IP address in step B. For example, if the IP address is [127.0.0.1], enter the address as follows. If the IP address is [192.168.181.240], enter the address as follows. area. D Press the [Enter] key (or [Return] key). The following screen will be displayed. This is the camera’s homepage.
Tips Saving the Camera’s Homepage To view the camera’s homepage, you must input the number. By saving the homepage on the browser, you can open the page easily, simply by selecting the saved page. If you are using a LAN connection, however, you must change the camera’s IP address to a fixed IP address. Due to the factory default settings, the camera is given a temporary IP address (not fixed) from the LAN equipment by DHCP, so it may be assigned a different IP address each time it is connected to the LAN.
Displaying Thumbnail Images This function enables you to view still images, motion pictures, voice memos, etc. recorded with the camera on the PC screen. Viewing Thumbnail Images You can display all the data recorded in the camera (still images, motion pictures, voice memos) in thumbnail form. There are two ways of displaying thumbnail images, normal [THUMBNAIL] and [FILE PROPERTY] which displays more detailed information.
D If you wish to change the storage memory, click on [IN], [CF CARD] or [PC CARD]. If you wish to view images in another folder, click on the desired folder from the list of folders on the left of the screen. Select storage memory Folder list The title and the following symbols indicating file type are displayed under the data. : Still image : Text (TIFF file) and still image (non-compressed TIFF file) : Motion Picture : Voice Memo 20 images can be displayed on one page.
Displaying File Properties Perform the following procedure if you wish to check the detailed information relating to the data, for example, the shooting date or photographer. A Click on [FILE PROPERTY]. 2 Viewing Images on a PC The thumbnail will be displayed in the following form.
Checking the Data This function is for displaying and playing back data such as still images, text files, motion pictures and voice memos in the thumbnail display. ■ Still Images Perform the following procedure if you wish to view a still image in its actual size (1 pixel of the image corresponds to 1 pixel of the screen). A Click on the image you wish to view. Click on the image in the same way for FILE PROPERTY. The image will be displayed in a new window in its actual size.
■ Data Other Than Still Images Perform the following procedure if you wish to display or play back data such as text files, motion pictures or voice memos. Important Note • Data other than still images (text files, motion pictures, voice memos, etc.) cannot be displayed or played back if the plug-in software (or helper application software) compatible with such data has not been installed in the browser. (The necessary software should be available if standard installation has been performed.
Saving Data in the PC This function enables you to save data such as images, text files, motion pictures, voice memos and pen memos as files in the PC hard disk, etc. Note • The [Save] function explained here is not a camera function, but a browser function. For further details, refer to the HELP function or operation manual for your browser. • Instructions for saving the non-compressed still images are given in “Data Other Than Still Images”(P.37).
Note • Still images can be saved in JPEG files. In the case of Windows, however, you can also save images in BMP format. (Change the file format by [File Type] in the dialog box.) ■ Data Other Than Still Images A [For Windows] Move the mouse pointer to the data (symbol) you wish to save and click the right mouse button. [For Macintosh] Move the mouse pointer to the data (symbol) you wish to save and click while pressing the [control] key. The menu will be displayed in the position of the mouse pointer.
Displaying Thumbnail Images with Capture Guide Titles This operation enables you to view images recorded according to an Image Capture Guide List (hereafter referred to as Guide List). Note • Instructions for creating the Guide List or shooting operation from the camera’s homepage, refer to page 97 “Using JOB Navi. Image Capture Guide List”. Viewing Thumbnail Images with Guide List You can display the images with Guide List recorded with the camera in thumbnail form.
2 Viewing Images on a PC D If you wish to change the storage memory, click on [IN], [CF CARD] or [PC CARD]. If you wish to view images on a different Guide List, click on the desired list from the Guide List on the left of the screen. Select storage memory Guide Lists 20 images can be displayed on one page. If there are more than 20 images, you can change the display by clicking on [NEXT 20] or [PRE. 20]. You can perform various operations, explained in the following pages, from this screen.
Displaying File Properties If you wish to check detailed information relating to the images, such as the shooting date or photographer, perform the following procedure. A Click on [FILE PROPERTY]. A thumbnail display in the following form will be displayed.
Displaying an Image in its Actual Size If you wish to view an image in its actual size (1 pixel of the image corresponds to 1 pixel of the screen), perform the following procedure. A Click on the image you wish to view. Click on the image in the same way for FILE PROPERTY. 2 Viewing Images on a PC The image will be displayed in its actual size in a new window. B When you have finished viewing, click on the close box. The window will be closed.
Saving Data in the PC This function enables you to save images displayed in thumbnail form as image files on the PC hard disk, etc. Note • The functions explained here are browser functions and not camera functions. For further details, refer to the HELP function or operation manual for your browser. • Instructions for saving non-compressed files are given in “Data Other Than Still Images” (P.37).
Chapter 3 Recording Images with the Camera Shooting Still Images .............. 44 Shooting ....................................... 44 Checking the Image ..................... 47 Saving the Image ......................... 48 Shooting Text Files ................. 49 Shooting ....................................... 49 Saving the Image ......................... 52 Recording Motion Pictures .... 53 Recording ..................................... 53 Saving the Motion Picture ............
Shooting Still Images You can shoot still images by operation from the PC. Shooting This function enables you to control the camera using the Web browser and shoot still images. A Check that the camera is properly connected to the PC, that the camera and the PC are turned on, and that the camera’s mode dial is set to [ ]. B Start the browser on the PC, input the IP address and display the camera’s homepage. See • P.28 “Opening the Camera’s Homepage on the Browser” C Click on [RECORDING].
D Check that [STILL] has been selected on the left of the screen. If it has not been selected, click on [STILL]. 3 E Set each item. To return the settings to the status prior to shooting, click on [PRE. SETTING]. Note • The procedure for checking or saving a non-compressed still image vary. Refer to page 49 “Shooting Text Files”. F Click on [NEXT]. The screen for checking the settings will be displayed.
H Click on [START REC.]. Shooting is performed and the image is displayed in a reduced state with information such as the shooting date, etc. (A short time is required to transmit the image.) If you wish to check the image in its actual size, proceed to the next page. To save the image in the PC (on the hard disk, etc.), proceed to “Saving the Image” (P.48). (At this point, the image is only saved in the camera and not in the PC.
Checking the Image This function is for viewing the image just recorded in actual size (1 pixel of the image corresponds to 1 pixel of the screen). A Click on the reduced image. 3 Recording Images with the Camera The image will be displayed in its actual size in a new window. You can save the image in the PC from this screen. See next page. B When you have finished checking the image, click on the close box. The window will be closed.
Saving the Image This operation is for saving the image displayed on the screen on the PC disk (hard disk, etc.). A If the image is displayed in reduced size, click on the image you want to save and display it in its actual size. B [For Windows] Move the mouse pointer to the image and click the right mouse button. [For Macintosh] Move the mouse pointer to the image, and click while pressing the [control] key. C Click on [Save Picture As...]. If you are using Netscape Communicator, click on [Save Image As.
Shooting Text Files This function enables you to shoot text files by operation from the PC. Shooting You can control the camera using the Web browser and shoot text files. A Check that the camera is properly connected to the PC, that the camera and the PC are turned on, and that the camera’s mode dial is set on [ ]. B Start the browser on the PC, input the IP address and display the camera’s homepage. See • P.
D Click on [TEXT] at the left of the screen. E Set each item. If necessary, set the various items relating to shooting on the screen. For details of each item, refer to Chapter 3 “Shooting” of the ‘Camera’ operation manual. To return the settings to the status prior to shooting, click on [PRE. SETTING]. F Click on [NEXT]. The screen for checking the settings will be displayed.
H Click on [START REC.]. Recording is performed and the following screen is displayed with information such as the shooting date, etc. 3 Recording Images with the Camera Note • If the plug-in software for displaying TIFF image files has been installed in your browser, you can check the image in its actual size by clicking on the mark. To save the image in the PC (hard disk, etc.), proceed to the next page. (At this point, the images is only saved in the camera and not in the PC.
Saving the Image This operation enables you to save the image just recorded on the PC disk (hard disk, etc.). A [For Windows] Move the mouse pointer to the mark and click the right mouse button. [For Macintosh] Move the mouse pointer to the mark and click while pressing the [control] key. The menu will be displayed in the position of the mouse pointer. B Click on [Save Target As...]. If you are using Netscape Communicator, click on [Save Link As...].
Recording Motion Pictures This function enables you to record motion pictures by operation from the PC. Recording You can control the camera using the Web browser and record motion pictures. A Check that the camera is properly connected to the PC, that the camera and the PC are turned on, and that the camera’s mode dial is set on [ ]. B Start the browser on the PC side, input the IP address and display the camera’s homepage. See • P.
D Click on [MOVIE] at the left of the screen. E Set each item. If necessary, set the various items relating to recording on the screen. For details of each item, refer to Chapter 3 “Shooting” in the ‘Camera’ operation manual. To return the settings to the status when recording was last performed, click on [PRE. SETTING]. Note • Changing the [ZOOM] setting during recording is not effective for motion pictures. F Click on [NEXT].
H Click on [START REC.]. Note • If the plug-in software for playing back AVI format movie files has been installed on your browser, you can check the recorded image by clicking on the image. To save a motion picture in the PC (on the hard disk, etc.), proceed to the next page. (At this point, the motion picture is only saved in the camera and not in the PC.) If you do not need to save the motion picture in the PC, click on [EXIT].
Saving the Motion Picture This operation enables you to save the motion picture just recorded on the PC disk (on the hard disk, etc.). A [For Windows] Move the mouse pointer to the image displayed and click the right mouse button. [For Macintosh] Move the mouse pointer to the image displayed and click while pressing the [control] key. The menu will be displayed in the position of the mouse pointer. B Click on [Save Target As...]. If you are using Netscape Communicator, click on [Save Link As...].
Recording a Voice Memo This function enables you to record a voice memo by operation from the PC. Recording You can control the camera using the Web browser and record a voice memo. A Check that the camera is properly connected to the PC, that the camera and the PC are turned on, and that the camera’s mode dial is set to [ ]. B Start the browser by the PC, input the IP address and display the camera’s homepage. See • P.
D Click on [VOICE MEMO] at the left of the screen. E Set each item. If necessary, set the various items relating to recording on the screen. For details of each item, refer to Chapter 3 “Shooting” in the ‘Camera’ operation manual. To return the settings to the status at the last recording, click on [PRE. SETTING]. F Click on [NEXT]. The screen for checking the settings will be displayed.
H Click on [START REC.]. Note • If the plug-in software for playing back WAV format voice memo files has been installed in your browser, you can check the recorded sound file by clicking on the microphone mark. To save the voice memo file in the PC (in the hard disk, etc.), proceed to the next page. (At this point, the sound file has only been saved in the camera and not in the PC.) If there is no need to save the voice memo file in the PC, click on [EXIT].
Saving the Voice Memo File This operation enables you to save the voice memo file just recorded in the PC’s disk (hard disk, etc.). A [For Windows] Move the mouse pointer to the area where the microphone symbol is displayed and click the right mouse button. [For Macintosh] Move the mouse pointer to the area where the microphone symbol is displayed and click while pressing the [control] key. The menu will be displayed in the position of the mouse pointer. B Click on [Save Target As...].
Chapter 4 Changing the Camera Settings Address Book Settings ........... 62 Direct Upload Settings ............ 84 Displaying the Address Book ....... 62 Entering a New Address .............. 63 Editing an Address ....................... 64 Deleting an Address ..................... 65 Saving the Address Book in the PC ................................................ 65 Sending the Address Book Stored in the PC to the Camera ... 66 Displaying the Direct Upload Dial-Up Accounts .........................
Address Book Settings This section explains how to check and edit the Address Book stored in the camera by using a PC. Note • For instructions on how to use the Address Book, refer to the ‘Communication/Internet’ operation manual. Displaying the Address Book This function enables you to display the Address Book stored in the camera (internal memory). Various editing operations can be performed from this screen.
Entering a New Address This function enables you to enter a new address to the Address Book. A Display the Address Book. See • P.62 “Displaying the Address Book” B Click on [NEW ADDRESS]. The screen for setting a new address will be displayed. C Move the mouse pointer to the input item and click on the area. Input the information using the keyboard. 4 The new address will be added. 63 Changing the Camera Settings D When you have finished entering the information, click on [SAVE].
Editing an Address This function enables you to edit the address information (name, e-mail address, telephone number, etc.). A Display the Address Book. See • P.62 “Displaying the Address Book” B Click on the name of the person whose information you wish to edit. The editing screen will be displayed. C Move the mouse pointer to the item to be edited and click on the area. Edit the information using the keyboard. D When you have finished editing, click on [SAVE]. 64 Editing is now completed.
Deleting an Address This function enables you to delete unwanted addresses from the Address Book. A Display the Address Book. See • P.62 “Displaying the Address Book” B Click on [DELETE] on the address you wish to delete . 4 Saving the Address Book in the PC This function enables you to save the Address Book (all the entries) as a file in the PC (on the hard disk, etc.). Note • This function can be used in the following cases.
B Click on [BACKUP]. The dialog box for specifying the location and file name will be displayed. C Specify the location and file name, and then click on [SAVE]. The Address Book will be saved in the PC. Note • In the case of Windows, the file name extension [.inf] will automatically be added to the end of the file name. Sending the Address Book Stored in the PC to the Camera This function enables you to download an Address Book file stored on the PC hard disk, etc., and send it to the camera.
C Specify the location of the file to be downloaded, select the file and click on [Open]. The selected file name will be displayed. D Click on [Transfer]. 4 Changing the Camera Settings The selected address book will be sent to the camera.
User Information Settings This section explains how to check and edit information, such as the owner of the camera, etc. Note • For details of user information, refer to “Registering Owner Information” in the ‘Camera’ operation manual. A Check that the camera is properly connected to the PC, that the camera and the PC are turned on, and that the camera’s mode dial is set to [ ]. B Start up the browser by the PC, input the IP address and display the camera’s homepage. See • P.
E Set each item using the mouse and keyboard. Note • If you have not yet clicked on [SAVE], you can return to the status prior to setting (the status immediately after this screen was displayed) by clicking on [PRE. SETTING]. 4 F When you have finished making the settings, click on [SAVE]. Changing the Camera Settings Setting of the user information is now completed.
Modem Settings This section explains how to set the modem loaded in the PC card slot of the camera (or connected to the camera). Note • For details of the modem settings, refer to ‘Checking the Modem Settings’ in the ‘Communication/Internet’ operation manual. A Check that the camera is properly connected to the PC, that the camera and the PC are turned on, and that the camera’s mode dial is set to [ ]. B Start up the browser by the PC, input the IP address and display the camera’s homepage. See • P.
E Set each item using the mouse and keyboard. Note • If you have not yet clicked on [UPDATE], you can return to the status prior to setting (the status immediately after this screen was displayed) by clicking on [PRE. SETTING]. F When you have finished making the settings, click on [UPDATE]. 4 Changing the Camera Settings Setting of the modem is now completed.
E-Mail Settings This section explains how to make the settings related to the camera’s e-mail functions. Note • For details of the e-mail settings, refer to “Setting the E-Mail Function” in the ‘Communication/Internet’ operation manual. A Check that the camera is properly connected to the PC, that the camera and the PC are turned on, and that the camera’s mode dial is set to [ ]. B Start up the browser by the PC, input the IP address and display the camera’s homepage. See • P.
E Set each item using the mouse and keyboard. Note • If you have not yet clicked on [UPDATE], you can return to the status F When you have finished making the settings, click on [UPDATE]. The e-mail settings are now completed. 73 4 Changing the Camera Settings prior to setting (the status immediately after this screen was displayed) by clicking on [PRE. SETTING].
Template Settings This section explains how to set the templates which are useful for character input such as e-mail etc. Note • For details of how to use the templates, refer to “Specifying a Template” in the ‘Communication/Internet’ operation manual. Displaying the Templates This function enables you to display the list of templates stored in the camera (internal memory). Operations such as editing, deleting and adding a template start from this screen.
The templates will be displayed. Creating a New Template This function enables you to create a new template. 4 A Display the list of templates. Changing the Camera Settings See • P.74 “Displaying the Templates” B Click on [CREATE NEW TEMPLATE]. The screen for creating a new template will be displayed. C Input the template using the keyboard.
D When you have finished entering the template, click on [SAVE]. The new template will be added. Editing a Template This function enables you to edit a template. A Display the list of templates. See • P.74 “Displaying the Templates” B Click on the template you wish to edit. The screen for editing a template will be displayed.
C Edit the template using the keyboard. D When you have finished editing, click on [UPDATE]. 4 The screen will return to the list of templates. Changing the Camera Settings Deleting a Template This function enables you to delete unwanted templates. A Display the list of templates. See • P.74 “Displaying the Templates” B Click on [DELETE] on the template you wish to delete. The confirmation screen will be displayed. Click on [OK] to erase the template.
Web Settings This section explains how to make the settings related to the camera’s Web browser functions. Note • For details of the Web settings, refer to “Setting the Web Page” in the ‘Communication/Internet’ operation manual. A Check that the camera is properly connected to the PC, that the camera and the PC are turned on, and that the camera’s mode dial is set to [ ]. B Start up the browser by the PC, input the IP address and display the camera’s homepage. See • P.
E Set each item using the mouse and keyboard. Note • If you have not yet clicked on [UPDATE], you can return to the status prior to setting (the status immediately after this screen was displayed) by clicking on [PRE. SETTING]. F When you have finished making the settings, click on [UPDATE]. 4 Changing the Camera Settings The settings related to the Web are now completed.
Dial-Up Account Settings This section explains how to set the dial-up accounts to be used when sending and receiving e-mail and when viewing the Web pages. Note • For details of how to use the dial-up accounts and the various settings to make, refer to “Setting a Dial-Up Account” in the ‘Communication/ Internet’ operation manual. Displaying the Dial-Up Accounts This function enables you to display the dial-up accounts set in the camera.
The list of dial-up accounts will be displayed. Entering a New Dial-Up Account This function enables you to enter a new dial-up account. A Display the list of dial-up accounts. See • P.80 “Displaying the Dial-Up Accounts” B Click on [NEW DIAL-UP]. 4 C Make the settings relating to the dial-up account using the mouse and keyboard. 81 Changing the Camera Settings The screen for setting a new dial-up account will be displayed.
D When you have finished making the settings, click on [SAVE]. The new dial-up account will be added. Editing a Dial-Up Account This function enables you to edit the settings related to a dial-up account. A Display the list of dial-up accounts. See • P.80 “Displaying the Dial-Up Accounts” B Click on the dial-up account you wish to edit. The setup screen relating to the dial-up accounts will be displayed. C Edit the settings using the mouse and keyboard.
D When you have finished editing the settings, click on [UPDATE]. Editing of the dial-up account is now completed. Deleting a Dial-Up Account This function enables you to delete unwanted dial-up accounts. A Display the list of dial-up accounts. See • P.80 “Displaying the Dial-Up Accounts” 4 B Click on [DELETE] on the dial-up account you wish to delete. Changing the Camera Settings The confirmation screen will be displayed. Click on [OK] to erase the dial-up account.
Direct Upload Settings This section explains how to set the folder and server for the dial-up account and send-to account for direct upload. Note • For details of how to use the direct upload, refer to “Sending an Image Directly to a Computer” in the ‘Communication/Internet’ operation manual. • For details of the settings, refer to “Setting Direct Upload” in the ‘Communication/Internet’ operation manual.
The list of dial-up account for direct upload will be displayed. Selecting a Direct Upload Dial-Up Account This function enables you to select a dial-up account to be used in actual direct upload. Note • The only procedure performed here is selection of the dial-up account to be used from the list. Settings (telephone number, IP address, etc.) related to each dial-up account are made in Dial-Up Account Settings (P.80).
Setting the Send-To Folder Name and Server This function enables you to set the folder name and server for direct upload. A Display the list of dial-up accounts for Direct Upload. See • P.84 “Displaying the Direct Upload Dial-Up Accounts” B Click on [DESTI.]. The screen for setting the upload folder name and server will be displayed. C Edit the setting using the mouse and keyboard.
Quick Send Settings This section explains how to set the dial-up account and send-to account for Quick Send. Note • For details of how to use the Quick Send, refer to “Sending an Image using Quick Send” in the ‘Communication/Internet’ operation manual. • For details of the various settings, refer to “Setting Quick Send” in the ‘Communication/Internet’ operation manual.
The list of dial-up accounts for Quick Send will be displayed. Selecting a Quick Send Dial-Up Account This function enables you to select a dial-up account to be used for actual Quick Send. Note • The only operation performed here is selection of a dial-up account from the list. Settings related to each dial-up account (telephone number, etc.) are performed in “Dial-Up Account Settings” (P.80). A Display the list of send-to names for Quick Send. See • P.
Selecting a Quick Send Send-To Account This function enables you to set the send-to account for Quick Send. Note • The only operation performed here is selection of the name from the list. Settings related to each send-to account (name, e-mail address, etc.) are performed in “Address Book Settings” (P.62). A Display the list of dial-up accounts for Quick Send. See • P.84 “Displaying the Direct Upload Dial-Up Accounts” B Click on [SEND TO].
Selecting the Size of the Image to be Sent by Quick Send This function enables you to select the size of the image to be send by Quick Send. A Display the list of dial-up accounts for Quick Send. See • P.84 “Displaying the Direct Upload Dial-Up Accounts” B Click on [IMAGE SIZE]. The screen for selecting the size of the image will be displayed. C Use the mouse to change the setting.
Setting FTP Upload This section explains how to set the dial-up account for FTP upload, the FTP server address as the upload destination, the user account name, password, etc. Note • For details of how to use FTP upload, refer to “Uploading an HTML File” in the ‘Communication/Internet’ operation manual. • For details of each setting, refer to “Setting FTP Upload” in the ‘Communication/Internet’ operation manual.
The list of dial-up account for FTP upload will be displayed. Selecting an FTP Upload Dial-Up Account This function enables you to select a dial-up account to be used in actual FTP upload. Note • The only operation performed here is selection of a dial-up account from the list. Settings related to each dial-up account (telephone number, etc.) are performed in “Dial-Up Account Settings” (P.80). A Display the list of dial-up accounts for FTP upload. See • P.
Setting a Server for FTP Upload This function enables you to set the FTP server for FTP upload, the account and password for accessing the server, etc. A Display the list of dial-up accounts for FTP Upload. See • P.91 “Displaying the FTP Upload Dial-Up Accounts” B Click on [SEND TO]. The setup screen relating to the FTP server will be displayed. 4 C Use the mouse and keyboard to edit the setting. prior to setting (the status immediately after this screen was displayed) by clicking on [PRE. SETTING].
Making a Backup/Restoring the Camera Settings This section explains how to save all the information currently stored in the camera (all information other than recorded images, motion pictures, voice memo data, etc.) in the PC, and how to restore the backup information to the camera. Note • This function can be used in the following cases. • When you wish to save the camera settings in case of accident or misoperation.
D Specify the location and file name and then click on [Save]. The camera settings will be saved in the PC. Note • The file name extension [.bak] will be automatically attached at the end of the file name. Restoring the Backup Settings to the Camera This function enables you to restore the camera settings file saved on the PC disk to the camera. Important Note • If you restore the settings, all the settings currently in effect will be overwritten.
D Specify the location of the file to be restored and select a file, then click on [OPEN]. The selected file will be displayed on the screen. E Click on [RESTORE]. The selected backup file will be transferred to the camera. F Turn the power off and turn it on again about 5 seconds later. The settings transferred to the camera will be effective.
Chapter 5 Using JOB Navi. Image Capture Guide List JOB Navi. Image Capture Guide List ................................. 98 Setting the Image Capture Guide List on the Browser ... 110 Role of Guide List ......................... 98 Creating a Guide List ................... 98 Using the Guide List ..................... 99 Displaying the Guide Lists .......... 110 Creating a New Guide List ......... 112 Editing the Guide List ................. 114 Deleting a Guide List ..................
JOB Navi. Image Capture Guide List First of all, it is necessary to explain what a JOB Navi. Image Capture Guide List is. Role of Guide List The JOB Navi. Image Capture Guide List (hereafter referred to as Guide List) function enables you to record images while checking the Guide List (a list of images to be recorded) prepared in advance to ensure no images are forgotten. For example, imagine that you have been given the job of “Going to a motor show and taking photos of several cars”.
In the case of Excel, you should specify the range of cells for image names, write it out as a Guide List and save it in the Template folder for the CF (or PC) card. All that remains then is to insert the card into the camera. There is also a function for sending the images one at a time recorded in accordance with the Guide List, so you can easily create a table including photographs.
Using the Image Capture Guide List on Excel This section explains the series of operations involved in creating an Image Capture Guide List (hereafter referred to as Guide List) based on an Excel table and transferring it to the camera, recording images according to the list and incorporating the recorded images in a table. Important Note • The Guide List Tool Kit can only be used on PCs running Windows. It cannot be used on a Macintosh.
C Click on [Enable Macros]. The document will be displayed. Check that the following 4 buttons have been added to the toolbar. Additional Buttons (from left) [Create Image Capture Guidefile] [Update Image Title] [Paste All Images] [Paste Selected Images] D Click on [Create Image Capture Guidefile]. The window for specifying the scope of the image titles will be displayed. E Select the scope of the image titles in the Guide List (C13~C22 in this sample) and click on [OK].
Recording Images Using the Guide List This function enables you to record images according to the Guide List transferred to the camera. Note • You cannot change the storage memory when the image menu is displayed. • For information on the display when you shoot using the Image Capture Guide List, see “Image Capture Guide List Display” (P.126). A Insert the card saving the Guide List to the camera. B Set the mode dial to [ ]. C Choose the card (CF card or PC card) having the Guide List with the button.
H Repeat steps F and G until all the images have been recorded. I When all the images have been recorded, select [EXIT]. Note • If the Keep Settings mode for [GUIDE LIST] is set to [ON], even if the mode dial is set to another setting during recording (steps C or D) or the power is turned off, you can perform operation from the previous image select screen by switching to still image mode and pressing the Ô button. However, you cannot do this if you change the storage memory.
H Select the Guide List and then click on [OK]. The window for specifying the position for pasting the image will be displayed. I Select the first cell in which a camera image will be pasted (E13 in this sample) and click on [OK]. The image has now been pasted in the document. Note • If several images are recorded for one frame, the window for selecting an image will be displayed. Follow the instructions and select an image.
■ Other Functions The [Update image title] and [Paste Selected Images] functions are used as follows. ● Update image title After the Guide List created on Excel has been sent to the camera, if the image list is changed (by adding, deleting, or changing the titles) by camera operation (operating the camera independently), the image list in the PC and the image list in the camera will no longer match.
Using the Image Capture Guide List on Word This section explains the series of operations, using sample templates, for creating an Image Capture Guide List (hereafter referred to as Guide List) based on Word, transferring it to the camera, recording images according to the list and incorporating the recorded images in a document. Important Note • The Guide List Tool Kit can only be used on PCs running Windows. It cannot be used on a Macintosh.
C Click on [Enable Macros]. The document will be displayed. Check that the following 3 buttons have been added to the tool bar. Additional Buttons (from left) [Create Image Capture Guide File] [Paste All Images At Once] [Paste Selected Images] D Click on the [Create Image Capture Guide File] button. The dialog box for specifying the location of the Guide List file, the Guide List title and Guide List file name will be displayed.
Recording Images Using the Guide List This operation is the same as in “Recording Images Using the Guide List” for Excel (P.102). When you have finished recording images, connect the camera and the PC once more. Pasting the Recorded Images into a Document This function enables you to paste images recorded with the camera into a Microsoft Word document. A Insert the card with which you have finished recording. B Start up Microsoft Word and open [Sample1.dot]. C Click on [Enable Macros].
Note • If several images are recorded for 1 frame, the window for selecting an image will be displayed. Follow the instructions and select an image. ■ Other Functions The [Paste Selected Images] function is for pasting only the specified image in the list from the specified folder in the PC. A Use the mouse to select the layout frame in which you wish to paste an image. B Click on the [Paste Selected Images] button. C Select a Guide List and click [OK].
Setting the Image Capture Guide List on the Browser This section explains how to create an Image Capture Guide List (hereafter referred to as Guide List) on the browser, and how to transfer a Guide List saved as a file to the camera. Note • Instructions on how to record images using the Guide List are given in “Recording Images Using the Guide List” (P.102). Displaying the Guide Lists This function enables you to display the JOB Navi. Image Capture Guide Lists in the camera media.
D Check that [GUIDE LIST] on the left of the screen has been selected. If [HTML TEMPLATE] has been selected, click on [GUIDE LIST]. E If you wish to change the storage memory, click on [IN], [CF CARD] or [PC CARD]. The Guide Lists recorded in the selected storage memory will be displayed. 5 The [Guide List] for images already recorded can also be displayed in addition to the [Guide List Setup File] in the [TEMPLATE] folder.
Creating a New Guide List This function enables you to create a new Guide List. A Display the Guide Lists and select the storage memory in which you wish to add a new Guide List. The Guide Lists currently stored in that particular storage memory will be displayed. See • P.110 “Displaying the Guide Lists” B Click on [NEW LIST]. The screen for setting images in a new Guide List will be displayed.
D Move the mouse pointer to the [IMAGE TITLE] area, click on the area and add the list of images in the new Guide List using the keyboard. One line is for one image title. If you input characters in the first line of [IMAGE TITLE], that becomes the first image title. If you press the [Enter] key or [return] key to change the line and input different characters, that becomes the title of the second image. This operation enables you to add images as necessary. The image titles must be within 12 characters.
Editing the Guide List This function enables you to edit the images (image titles and number of images) in the Guide List. A Display the Guide List containing the list you wish to edit. See • P.110 “Displaying the Guide Lists” B Click on the title of the list you wish to edit. The titles of the images that have been set in the list will be displayed. The following editing operations can be performed from this screen.
■ Adding an Image A Click on [ADD IMAGE TITLE] on the image title screen. The screen for editing the image titles will be displayed. Use one line for one image title. 115 5 Using JOB Navi. Image Capture Guide List B Move the mouse pointer to the [NEW IMAGE TITLE] area, click on the area and add the image title using the keyboard.
C When you have finished adding image titles, click on [SAVE]. The screen will return to the image title screen. If you then click on [OK], the screen will return to the screen showing the Guide Lists. ■ Editing an Image Title A Click on the image title that you wish to edit on the image title screen. The screen for editing the image titles will be displayed. B Edit the image title displayed using the keyboard.
C When you have finished editing, click on [UPDATE]. The screen will return to the image title screen. If you then click on [CANCEL], the screen will return to the screen showing the Guide Lists. ■ Deleting an Image Important Note • DELETE will automatically delete the image recorded under that title as well. The confirmation screen will be displayed. The image will be displayed when you click on [OK]. 117 Using JOB Navi.
Deleting a Guide List This function enables you to delete a Guide List. A Display the Guide List containing the list you wish to delete. See • P.110 “Displaying the Guide Lists” B Click on [DELETE] for the list you wish to delete. The confirmation screen will be displayed. The list will be delete when you click on [OK].
Saving the Guide List on the PC This function enables you to save the Guide List on the hard disk, etc. of the PC. Note • Use this function in the following cases: • When you want to make a backup file of important Guide Lists. • When you want joint possession of the same Guide List, like the templates (in this case, save the Guide List first, then connect another camera and send the saved Guide List to this camera). A Display the Guide List containing the list you want to save. See • P.
Sending the Guide List Saved in the PC to the Camera This function enables you to download the Guide List file saved on the PC hard disk, etc., and transfer it to the camera media. A Display the Guide Lists and select the media to which the list is to be sent. The Guide Lists currently in the media are displayed. See • P.110 “Displaying the Guide Lists” B Click on [Browse...]. The dialog box for selecting the Guide List file will be displayed.
D Click on [Transfer]. The selected Guide List will be transferred to the camera media. When the transfer is completed, the Guide Lists including this list will be displayed. 5 Using JOB Navi.
Setting the Image Capture Guide List Independently on the Camera This section explains how to add a new Image Capture Guide List (hereafter referred to as Guide List), and add, change or rearrange the image titles, etc. Note • Instructions for recording images using the Guide List are given in “Recording Images Using the Guide List” (P.102). Displaying the Guide Lists This function enables you to display the list of Guide Lists stored in the camera media.
Creating a New Guide List This function enables you to add a new list. A Select [ADD]. B Select and input the list title using the on-screen keypad. The title must be within 16 characters. See • “Using the On-screen Keypad” in the ‘Camera’ operation manual Add the required images by step B “Adding an Image” in “Editing the Guide List” below. C Select [OK]. 5 The new list is added. Using JOB Navi. Image Capture Guide List D Select [EXIT]. The screen returns to the Setup menu.
B Select [ADD], then select of the image title and input the image title using the on-screen keypad. The title must be within 12 characters. See • “Using the On-screen Keypad” in the ‘Camera’ operation manual C Select [OK]. The image title will be added. To continue editing, repeat steps B and C. D Select [EXIT]. The screen will return to the Setup menu. ■ Changing the Image Title A Select the Guide List containing the image title you wish to change and then select [EDIT].
■ Rearranging the Image List A Select the Guide List where you wish to rearrange the list of images and select [EDIT]. B Select the image title to be rearranged from the image list and then select [왖 UP] or [DW 왔]. The selected image title will move up or down depending on whether [왖 UP] or [DW 왔] is selected. C Select [OK]. The order of the image list will change. D Select [EXIT]. The screen will return to the Setup menu. 5 Using JOB Navi.
Tips Image Capture Guide List Display The following display is used when you shoot using the Image Capture Guide List. Use this Guide List prepared in advance to ensure no images are forgotten. The name of the destination folder in which the images of the selected Guide List are saved. “TEMPLATE” will be displayed when you select a template file. Left number (0 in this case) indicates that of the image to be recorded and right number (4 in this case) indicates that of the recorded images.
Chapter 6 Using the Extension Functions Using the RDC-i700 Explorer Plug-In .................................... 128 Using the RDC-7/i700 Mounter .................................. 131 Making a Backup File of the Camera Settings .................... 134 Making a Backup File ................. 134 Restoring the Backup Settings to the Camera ............................ 136 Transferring a Signature File .......................................... 138 Signature File .............................
Using the RDC-i700 Explorer Plug-In If you have installed the RDC-i700 Explorer Plug-In (Windows) or the RDC-7/ i700 Mounter (Macintosh), you can copy the camera data into the PC and make a backup file of the camera settings in the PC. This section explains how to use the Windows RDC-i700 Explorer Plug-In. Important Note • The flash lamp (red) blinks during transmission of data to the PC except when the camera is connected to a LAN.
D Click on [RDC-i700 Properties...]. The window for setting the camera’s IP address will be displayed. E Input the figures displayed on the camera’s LCD monitor (4 figures separated by “.”). F Click [OK]. The camera is now detected by the PC. When disconnecting the camera wiith a PC or turning off the camera, select [Disconnect] from the [RDC-i700] menu.
Note • You can handle the camera’s storage memory in the window displayed by double clicking [My Computer]. Tips Using the Microsoft Power Point Presentation Data If you copy the presentation data created using Microsoft Power Point in the camera, you can do a presentation anytime anywhere. Save the presentation data created on Power Point in [JPEG FileInterchange Format].
Using the RDC-7/i700 Mounter By installing the RDC-7/i700 Mounter in Macintosh, you can copy data and make a backup file of the camera in a PC. Important Note • The flash lamp (red) blinks during transmission of data to the PC except when the camera is connected to a LAN. Do not disconnect the cable or turn off the camera during transmission as the camera or the PC may be affected. If the cable is disconnected during transmission, turn the camera and the PC off and then turn them on again.
D Select [TCP/IP] from [Control Panels] in the Apple menu and make the following settings depending on the connection method. ● USB Connection Select [RICOH RDC-i700] as [Connect via]. ● Serial Connection Select [RICOH RDC-i700] as [Connect via] and select [Using SLIP] under [Configure]. ● LAN Connection Select [Ethernet] as [Connect via]. When you have finished making the setting, close the TCP/IP control panel.
E For a LAN connection, click on the [IP Address] menu in the RDC7/i700 Mounter control panel and select [Set IP Address...]. Input the figures displayed on the camera’s LCD monitor (4 figures separated by “.”) and click [OK]. F Click on [Mount] for the storage memory you wish to connect. The camera icon will be displayed on the desktop. Note • If the storage memory has not been mounted, mount it first. • By designating the directory, you can change the folder mounted on the desktop.
Making a Backup File of the Camera Settings This section explains how to [SAVE SETTING DATA] to make a backup file of all the information currently set in the camera (all information other than recorded images and motion pictures, voice memo data, etc.), and how to [RESAVE SETTING DATA] to restore the backup information to the camera.
Note • In this section, the explanation uses the method of clicking the right button, but the function can also be selected from the Explorer [File] menu. ■ For Macintosh In the case of Macintosh, [Save Configuration File...] and [Restore Configuration File...] are performed using the [SETUP MENU] application. A Connect the camera correctly to the PC and set the camera’s mode dial to [ ]. Then turn the camera and the PC on. B Select [RDC-i700 Mounter] in [Control Panels] from the Apple menu.
Restoring the Backup Settings to the Camera This function enables you to restore the camera backup settings saved on a PC disk to the camera. Important Note • When this function is executed, all the other current camera settings are erased. ■ For Windows A Connect the camera correctly to the PC and set the camera’s mode dial to [ ]. Then turn the camera and the PC on. B Select [Windows Explorer] under [Programs] in the [Start] menu. Explorer will start up.
■ For Macintosh A Connect the camera correctly to the PC and set the camera’s mode dial to [ ]. Then turn the camera and the PC on. B Select [RDC-7/i700 Mounter] from [Control Panels] in the Apple menu. The RDC-7/i700 Mounter window will be displayed. C Click on [Set Prefs...]. Note • You can click on [Set Prefs...] if one of the storage memories has been mounted. If the storage memory has not been mounted, mount it first (P.131).
Transferring a Signature File This section explains the [TRANSFER SIGNATURE] function for transferring a signature file created on the PC to the camera. Note • Signature files must be made using the paint application software. Signature File There are 3 kinds of signature data of different sizes for use in any image quality mode. The 3 kinds are: for 2048 × 1536, for 1024 × 768 and for 640 × 480.
● File Format Save the image file in GIF format or BMP (Bitmap) format. In the case of GIF format, the range covered with a transmission/permeable color is the area where the photograph underneath appears transparent. For Windows A Connect the camera correctly to the PC and set the camera’s mode dial to [ ]. Then turn the camera and the PC on. B Select [Windows Explorer] under [Programs] in the [Start] menu. Explorer will start up. C Check that the [RDC-i700] icon is displayed on the screen.
F Select the image file to be used as the signature in each image quality mode. If you select [Auto], the image file for other image quality modes will be compressed/enlarged and a signature file automatically created. G Click on [OK]. The selected image files are now transferred to the camera as signatures. For Macintosh In the case of Macintosh, [Stamp Transfer...] is performed using the [SETUP MENU] application. A Connect the camera correctly to the PC and set the camera’s mode dial to [ ].
The dialog box for selecting the image file for the signature will be displayed. E Select [Select File...] for each size, select the image file for the signature and click on [Open]. Be sure to select the image file for each size. F Click on [Transfer]. The selected image file is transferred to the camera as a signature.
Using the TWAIN Function If you use the TWAIN function, you can download, display and edit images recorded in the camera directly from the application software. However, the TWAIN function can only be used on application software that is compatible with TWAIN. Note • In general, most graphic application software is compatible with TWAIN. • The non-compressed still images are saved in a specific TIFF file format.
Note • If you have connected several items of TWAIN-compatible equipment, it is necessary to select which TWAIN equipment you will use before performing the operation described on the previous page. Use the function titled [Select TWAIN_32 Source...] or similar. In most cases, this item is found next to [TWAIN_32...]. For further details, refer to the operation manual for the application software.
For Macintosh This section explains how to use the TWAIN function on a Macintosh. A Check that the camera is properly connected to the PC, that the camera is turned on and that the camera’s mode dial is set to [ ]. B Mount the storage media of the camera to which you want to download using the RDC-7/i700 Mounter. Instructions on how to mount the camera media, see “Using the RDC-7/i700 Mounter” (P.131). C Start up the application software compatible with TWAIN on the PC.
• Depending on the connection method and conditions, the screen for inputting the camera’s IP address may be displayed. In this case, input the IP address displayed on the camera’s LCD monitor. The following will be displayed. E Click on [Select Folder...]. The dialog box will be displayed to select a folder. F Click on [DESKTOP], select a camera’s storage memory, select the target folder and click on [Select]. The image list in the selected folder will be displayed.
7 Chapter Setting the Receiving PC for Direct Upload Setting the Receiving PC for Direct Upload ......................... 148 For Windows .............................. 148 For Macintosh ............................
Setting the Receiving PC for Direct Upload This section explains the preparations and settings to be made on the PC that will receive direct upload from the camera. Note • For details of how to use the direct upload function, refer to “Uploading Directly to a Computer” and “Using the Direct Upload Function” in the ‘Communication/Internet’ operation manual. For Windows This section gives a broad outline of the preparations to be performed on the receiving PC.
A Select [Settings] → [Control Panel] from the [Start] menu. The control panel window will be opened. B Double click on [Add/Remove Programs]. The [Add/Remove Programs Properties] window will be opened. C Click on the [Windows Setup] tab. The Windows file screen will be displayed. D Select [Communications] and click on [Details...]. The following screen will be displayed. E Tick [Dial-Up Server] and click on [OK]. Installation starts.
■ Preparing the Receiving PC When installation of the software is completed, perform the following operation to put the telephone in standby status. When a direct upload call comes from the camera, the telephone will automatically switch to receiving mode. A Double click on [My Computer] and then double click on [Dial-Up Networking]. B Select [Dial-Up Server...] from the [Connections] menu. The dial-up server setup screen will be displayed. C Select [Allow caller access]. D Click on [Change Password...
G Click on [Server Types]. The screen for setting the type of server will be displayed. H Select [PPP: Internet, Windows NT Server, Windows 98] from [Type of Dial-Up Server]. I Cancel the tick from both [Enable software compression] and [Require encrypted password]. J Click on [OK] to close the [Server Types] window. K Click on [OK] to close the [Dial-Up Server] window. L Select [Programs] → [RDC-i700 Direct Upload] from the [Start] menu. The following screen will be displayed.
M Set [Direct Upload Route directory] and [Direct Upload Log file name]. Direct Upload Route directory : Specify the folder to receive the incoming file. If you wish to specify a folder on the camera side, leave blank. Direct Upload Log file name : If you wish to make a log file (a record of connections and transmissions) for Direct Upload, input the file name here. No log file will be made if there is no entry. Note • Setting of the port number, user name and password is not required. N Click on [Start].
For Macintosh This section gives a broad outline of the preparations to be performed on the receiving Macintosh. For details of actual installation and setting, refer to the Macintosh and software HELP functions and the operation manual. Important Note • If you are using a MacOS version earlier than MacOS9 (e.g. 8.5 or 8.6), you will need to install ARA (Apple Remote Access).
■ Preparing the Receiving Macintosh Perform the following operation to put the telephone in standby status. When a direct upload call comes from the camera, the telephone will automatically switch to receiving mode. ■ File Sharing settings A Open the File Sharing control panel. B Double-click the [Start/Stop] tab. C Check [Owner Name] and [Owner Password]. These settings are used for the PPP account and PPP password in the camera. D Click on the [Users&Group] tab.
■ Using the RDC-i700 Direct Communication software A Start up [RDC-i700 Direct Upload]. [RDC-i700 Direct Upload] is installed in the root folder of the startup disk immediately after installation. B If you wish to make a direct upload log file (a record of connections and transmissions), set a folder and file name. The images transferred from the camera will be saved in the folder specified as the destination folder. If you do not need a log file, leave the log file name blank. C Click on [OK].
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Appendix Camera Settings When Connected to a PC ................ 158 Setting the PC Connection Environment ............................... 158 Setting the Network Environment ............................... 160 Switching Between the Modem and LAN ..................................... 162 Error Messages ..................... 163 Error Messages Displayed on the Web Browser ........................ 163 Other Error Messages ................ 166 Troubleshooting ....................
Camera Settings When Connected to a PC When the camera is connected to a PC by a USB or serial cable, or by LAN, depending on the PC or network environment, the camera may not function properly unless the settings are changed. This section deals with how to change the camera settings. Setting the PC Connection Environment If the PC and the camera are directly connected (by a USB or serial cable), it is necessary to set their mutual IP addresses in order to send and receive data.
A Set the mode dial to [SETUP]. The Setup menu will be displayed. B Select [PC CONNECTION]. The screen for setting the PC connection will be displayed. C Set each item. See • “Using the On-screen Keypad” in the ‘Camera’ operation manual D When you have finished making the settings, select [OK]. The settings are completed and the screen returns to the Setup menu.
Setting the Network Environment If you have connected the camera to a network using a LAN connection PC card, set the host name and various other addresses in order to send and receive data between the camera and other LAN equipment or a network. When the camera leaves the factory, the settings are relatively common settings so normally there is no need to change the settings.
A Set the mode dial to [SETUP]. The Setup menu will be displayed. B Select [NETWORK]. The screen for setting the network environment will be displayed. C Set the various items. See • “Using the On-screen Keypad” in the ‘Camera’ operation manual. D When you have finished making the settings, select [OK]. Setting is completed and the screen returns to the Setup menu.
Switching Between the Modem and LAN This function enables you to choose whether to use the preset card as the [MODEM] or as the [LAN]. Note • Use this setting when using a PC card with both modem and LAN functions. If you normally use a communication card or LAN card, you do not need to make this setting (the card is automatically detected). Important Note • If you use with a LAN connection and then again with a modem connection, select [MODEM] in the same operation. A Set the mode dial to [SETUP].
Error Messages In the case of misoperation or of failure due to some problem or other, an error message will be displayed. This section deals with the causes and remedies of problems. Note • This section explains the error messages displayed on the PC screen. For details of the error messages displayed on the camera monitor, refer to the ‘Camera’ operation manual and ‘Communication/Internet’ operation manual.
Error Message PCMCIA Card writeprotected CF Card write-protected Card Error Memory full Recording file Error Cause and Remedy PC card has been specified as recording destination, but card is write-protected. Click on [Back] button and let PC card write-enabled. CF card has been specified as recording destination, but card is write-protected. Click on [Back] button and let PC card write-enabled. Specified card cannot be used as recording destination. Click on [Back] button.
Error Message Same name template already exists Too long file name (within 32 characters) Cause and Remedy HTML file with same name already exists. Change file name. File name must be within 32 characters. Change file name. ■ Error Messages Displayed on Setup Screen Error Message Input upload file name File read Error Cannot add Address anymore Cannot add Template anymore Cannot add Dial-up anymore Complete required information Out of range: this value cannot be used File saving failed.
■ Error Messages Displayed on Setting Backup/Restoring Screen Error Message Backup failed Input file parameter File read Error File restore Failed File write Error Cause and Remedy Failed to create backup file due to lack of memory, etc. Close other applications and try again. Attempted to restore settings without specifying file name. Select file. Invalid file selected. Select correct backup file. Failed to restore backup file due to lack of memory, etc. Close other applications and try again.
Error Message This drive is read-only Illegal file name No space in the drive Already contents same file name Too deep folder tree Cause and Remedy Specified drive is write-prohibited. Cancel write protection. Incorrect file name specified when copying/moving. Specify correct file. Copying/Moving not possible as drive is full. Delete unwanted files. File name specified when copying/moving already exists. Specify different file name. Cannot create folder as folder layers too deep. Make layers more shallow.
Error Message Insufficient memory: Please close other applications. Cannot access ● ● Cause and Remedy Insufficient memory in PC. Reboot PC and perform operation without starting up other applications. TWAIN ERROR Drive has not been ready to access, or folder or file does not exist. Error occurred in TWAIN.DLL. Reinstall TWAIN driver from CD-ROM supplied.
Troubleshooting When setting of the USB driver can not be correctly recognized, please make the following operations. Restoring the Device Which Could not be Used anymore A Connect the camera to the PC using the USB cable and turn the camera on. B Start the device manager. [For Windows 98] Select [Settings] → [Control Panel] from the [Start] button. Double click on the [System] icon in the window that opens. Select the [Device Manager] tab from the [System Properties] dialog box.
Checking the Proxy Server When you can not connect to the camera by controlling the browser, please make the following procedures to check the proxy server settings. For Internet Explorer (Version 5.x) A Right-click on the [Internet Explorer] icon on the desktop and then click on [Properties]. B Click on the [Connections] tab. C Click on the [LAN Settings...]. D Click on the checkbox for [Use a proxy server] under [Proxy Server] if it is checked.
Installing the Dial-Up Adapter When the dial-up adapter has not been displayed in the Network Component dialog, install the dial-up adapter in the following procedure. A Right-click on the [Network Neighborhood] icon on the desktop and then click on [Properties]. B Click on the [Confguration] tab and then click [ADD]. The [Select Network Component Type] window will be displayed. C Select [Adapter] and click on [Add...].
Checking the Dial-Up Settings When the dial-up server does not operate properly despite the correct coonfguration fo the receiving PC for Direct Upload, check the dial-up settings in the following procedure. For Internet Explorer (Version 5.x) A Right-click on the [Internet Explorer] icon on the desktop and then click on [Properties]. B Click on the [Connections] tab. C Click on [Never dial a connection] for [Dial-up settings].
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Index A Address Book Sending to a PC ............................ Address book Deleting ......................................... Displaying ..................................... Editing ........................................... Saving ........................................... Application software Installing For Macintosh .......................... For Windows ............................ E 66 65 62 64 65 18 16 B Backup file Address Book ................................ 65 Camera settings ...........
Motion pictures Recording ...................................... 53 N Network environment ........................ 160 P PC connection environment .............. 158 Q Quick Send Displaying the dial-up account ..... Selecting a dial-up account .......... Selecting a send-to name ............. Selecting the size of the image to be sent ...................................... 87 88 89 TWAIN function ................................. 142 U USB cable connection For Macintosh ...............................
SETUP Mode ( ) FORMAT DATE SETTING KEEP SETTING BEEP SOUND AUTO POWER OFF Camera Camera Camera Camera Camera P.43 P.39 P.116 P.117 P.117 LANGUAGE VIDEO OUT MODE LCD CONFIRMATION TIME MAIL/WEB SETTING DIAL-UP SETTING Camera P.119 Camera P.119 Camera P.120 Communication/Internet P.32,41,50 Communication/Internet P.24 DIRECT UPLOAD ADDRESS BOOK JOB Navi. FTP UPLOAD QUICK SEND Communication/Internet P.48 Communication/Internet P.37 Connecting to a Personal Computer P.122 Communication/Internet P.
Recording Mode ( , , , , ) FOLDER VOICE MEMO FOCUS MODE DATE IMPRINT FLASH STRENGTH ◆ Ô Button Camera Camera Camera Camera Camera P.51 P.61 P.70 P.71 P.63 ISO SENSITIVITY Camera AUTO BRACKET Camera REDEYE REDUCTION Camera NON-COMPRESSED MODE Camera MONOCHROME MODE Camera P.72 P.73 P.74 P.75 P.76 INTERVAL MODE SOFT MODE TIME EXPOSURE MODE SIGNATURE Camera Camera Camera Camera P.77 P.78 P.79 P.80 BRIGHTNESS CONTROL (only in Text mode) Camera P.81 Connecting to a Personal Computer P.
Play Mode ( ) Camera Camera Camera Camera P.89,90 P.91 P.103 P.112 EDIT IMAGE MEMO COPY/MOVE SEND QUICK SEND Camera P.94 Camera P.97 Camera P.92 Communication/Internet P.69,72,77 Communication/Internet P.67 FOLDER PROTECT DELETE ALL IMAGES AUTO PLAYBACK Camera Camera Camera Camera ◆ MENU Button P.100 P.100 P.113 P.101 ◆ Edit Mode → Ô Button HTML FILE CREATION Communication/Internet PRESENTATION Camera NEW PRESENTATION Camera 178 P.114 P.108 P.
PC Mode ( ) Connecting to a Personal Computer Communication Mode ( ) E-MAIL DIRECT UPLOAD FAX WEB FTP UPLOAD Communication/Internet Communication/Internet Communication/Internet Communication/Internet Communication/Internet P.85 P.95 P.98 P.101 P.
Declaration of Conformity “The Product complies with the requirements of the EMC Directive 89/336/EEC.
INFORMATION TO THE USER USA FCC Part15 Class B The equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, user, and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
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Introduction Ricoh Service Offices Thank you for purchasing a Ricoh RDC-i700. This manual explains the correct handling procedures and precautions for your camera. To ensure the best performance, please read the manual thoroughly before using the camera. Keep the manual handy for quick future reference. Ricoh Co., Ltd. Ricoh Co., Ltd. Ohmori NM Building 1-1 Ohmori-Kita 2-chome Ota-ku, Tokyo 143-0016 JAPAN http://www.ricoh.co.
Connecting to a Personal Computer Operation Manual RICOH CO., LTD. Ohmori NM Building 1-1 Ohmori-kita 2 chome Ota-ku, Tokyo 143-0016 Japan L2132553 Connecting to a Personal Computer Operation Manual To ensure correct use of your camera, read this manual carefully before use. Keep the manual handy for future use.
