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5. CONTENTS 8. MOUNTING AND REMOVING THE LENS 13 1. LOCATING THE CONTROLS 3 9. MAIN SWITCH SELECTOR ; 14 2. FUNCTION MAP 4 10. MONITORING THE CONDITION OF THE BATTERIES 14 3. LCD INFORMATION 6 11. LOADING THE FILM 15 Viewfinder Display 7 Reading the Exposure Indicator 7 4. QUICK GUIDE IN AUTO OPERATION 8 12. SETTING THE FILM SPEED AUTOMATICALLY 16 DX Films 16 Non-DX Films 16 5. CONTENTS 10 A (AUTO) AND M (MANUAL) OPERATIONS 6. ATTACHING THE STRAP 12 13. MAIN SWITCH SELECTOR--UA/M 17 7.
14. A (AUTO) OPERATION 18 26. EXPOSURE METERING USER SETTING MODE 29 15. M (MANUAL) OPERATION 19 27. PREVIEW/AK LOCK USER SETTING MODE 30 Bulb Function 20 16. HOLDING THE CAMERA 21 17. FOCUSING 22 Types of Focusing 22 18. SHOOTING 23 19. REWINDING THE FILM 24 Midroll Rewind 24 MODES 28. ISO USER SETTING MODE 32 29. EXPOSURE COMPENSATION 33 Shooting in Backlit Conditions 33 Dominantly White Subjects 34 Dominantly Dark-colored Subjects 34 FLASH PHOTOGRAPHY 30.
. ATTACHING THE STRAP 1. Remove the battery holder by turning the battery holder screw counterclockwise with a coin. (Fig. 1) 2. Slip the viewfinder cap and shoulder pad onto the strap. (Fi 9. 2) 3. Run the strap through the strap eyelet as shown. (Fig. 3) 4www.butkus.org 4. Secure the battery holder to the camera body by turning the battery holder screw clockwise with a coin. (Fig. 4) 5. Adjust the strap length as desired. 7. INSERTING THE BATTERIES 1. Remove the battery holder. 2.
3. Secure the battery holder to the camera body by turning the battery holder screw clockwise with a coin. (Fig. 6) Notes on Batteries · The condition of the batteries should be monitored frequently. For more information, refer to "MONITORING THE CONDITION OF THE BATTERIES" on page 14. · Be sure to replace all four batteries at once. Replace with the same brand of batteries. · Do not use AA-size lithium batteries. 8. MOUNTING AND REMOVING THE LENS 1. Remove the camera body cap. (Fig. 7) 4www.butkus.
Lightly press the shutter button to turn on the power and update the LCD panel. For maximum battery life, always set the mainswitch selector to L (Lock) when the camera is not used. 10. MONITORING THE CONDITION OF THE BATTERIES When the main switch selector is set to A (Auto) or M (Manual), the battery condition is displayed on the LCD panel. 1. Batteries are in good condition when the I symbol appears on the LCD panel. (Fig. 12) 2.
The film may not load properly if the film leader does not lie flat. Make sure that the film lies flat as shown. (Fig. 18) 4. Close the back cover so that the back cover latch snaps shut and returns to the original position. (Fig. 19) If the film has been properly loaded, the film speed appears on the LCD panel for about 2 seconds. Then, the exposure counter displays "1". (Fig. 20) · If the display on the LCD panel disappears, lightly press the shutter button to turn on the power and update the LGD panel.
between ISO 12 to 6400. Refer to "lSO USER SETTING MODE" on page 32. Non-DX Films Non-DX films must be set manually. If not, the film will be set to the default 100 film speed setting. For more information on loading non-Ding films, refer to page 32. A (AUTO) AND M (MANUAL) OPERATIONS 13. MAIN SWITCH SELECTOR--L/A/M 1. Set the main switch selector to the desired operation. (Fig. 23) L (Lock) Locks the operations and turns off the camera. Set to L (Lock) when the camera is not used. A (Auto ~ P.
· The following modes will be canceled when the main switch selector is set to L (Lock). · AE Lock setting (in the Preview/AE Lock User Setting mode) · Self-timer mode · To prevent unnecessary battery depletion, set the main switch selector to L (Lock) when you are not using the camera. Auto Power Off Function If the camera controls. are not operated or camera operations** are not performed for about 30 seconds, the display will disappear on the LCD panel.
3. Check the LCD panel and look through the viewfinder and make sure that the viewfinder display is operating. (Fig. 27) · The shutter speed appears in the viewfinder display. · The shutter speed flashes in the viewfinder display when the subject is underexposed or overexposed. Under certain conditions, a subject may be underexposed even when the slowest shutter speed (i.e., 32 seconds) is set. "L32" flashes in the viewfinder display.
2. Press the up/down buttons to display the shutter speed you wish to set. (Fig. 32) 3. Look through the viewfinder and adjust the aperture setting by turning the aperture ring. To change the shutter speed, press the up/down buttons. The exposure indicator appears in the viewfinder display. Look at the exposure indicator when setting the aperture and shutter speed. When the dot (a) of the exposure indicator is under the "O", the correct exposure is set. (Fig.
that the shutter has been open. · To avoid camera shake, use a tripod and a release switch. · If the battery runs out of power, the shutter may prematurely close. 16. HOLDING THE CAMERA To prevent camera shake, be sure to hold the camera properly when shooting. Support the camera on the palm of your left hand so that you can turn the focusing ring'with your fingers. (Fig. 37) With your right hand lightly grasp the grip and place your index finger lightly over the shutter button.
While looking through the viewfinder, focus by turning the focusing ring. (Fig. 41) Types of Focusing A. Split-image The area inside the central circle is the split image. When both images in the split-image area form a single clear image, the subject is in focus. The split-image helps you focus quickly and easily on subjects with clear lines or contours. (Fig. 42) B. Micropasm The area inside the outer circle is the microprism.
2. Confirm that the viewfinder display is operating. (Fig. 44) Fig. 44 indicates the viewfinder display in Auto operation. The number denotes the current shutter speed. Note that the viewfinder display may vary slightly according to the current operation (i.e., Auto or Manual) and settings (i.e., AE lock, exposure metering, flash, bulb, and exposure compensation settings). · When a slow shutter speed has been set, use a tripod to prevent camera shake. 3. Press the shutter button. (Fig.
number indicated on the box of the film. However, these "extra" exposures may be overlapped or cut off. MODES 20. SETTING THE MODES Use the mode dial to select the desired mode (i.e., Self timer, Multi Exposure, Auto Bracketing, Continuous Shooting, Normal, Exposure Metering User Setting, Preview/ AE Lock User Setting, and ISO User Setting modes). Press the up/down buttons to select the desired setting (i.e.
2. Turn the mode dial to select A) (Self-timer mode). (Fig. 53) 3. Press the shutter button. 4www.butkus.org · When the self-timer has been activated, the self-timer LED will start flashing and about 10 seconds later, the shutter will be released. The selftimer LED remains lit for the last 2 seconds before the shutter is released. (Fig.
2. Press the shutter button as many times as necessary to take several exposures on the same frame. · The film will not advance and the exposure counter number will remain the same. · To cancel the Multi Exposure mode, turn the mode dial to select another mode, or set the main switch selector to L (Lock) to turn off the power. · When developing negative films, make sure that you indicate that the film contains multi exposure shots where applicable.
1. Turn the mode dial to select (Auto Bracketing mode). (Fig. 57) 2. Press the shutter button. · The camera will take 3 frames in the following order: underexposed (-0.5 EV), correctly exposed (O EV), and overexposed (+0.5 EV). · To cancel the Auto Bracketing mode, turn the mode dial to select another mode. · When the Auto Bracketing mode is combined with exposure compensation or AE lock, the exposure range will be based on the selected exposure compensation value or the locked exposure value respectively.
mode, set the camera to the Normal mode. 2. Press the shutter button. 26. EXPOSURE METERING USER SETTING MODE This camera has 2 types of exposure metering systems: center-weighted average metering and spot metering. Choose the appropriate metering system according to the situation or subject you are shooting. Center-weighted average metering This system measures the viewing area, emphasizing the center portion. This metering system is ideal for general shooting and landscape shooting. (Fig. 60) 4www.
2. Press the up/down buttons to select either PV (Preview) or AEL (AE Lock). (Fig. 65) To change the current Preview/AE Lock setting, repeat steps 1 and 2 again. 4www.butkus.org Preview Normally, the image seen through the viewfinder is an image with the aperture open. The Preview mode sets the actual aperture you have selected allowing you to confirm the depth of field of the image. 1. Make sure that PV (Preview) is selected for the Preview/ AE Lock User Setting mode as described above.
· If the LCD panel is not operating, press the shutter button halfway and the display will appear. The mode cannot be set when the LCD panel is not operating. 3. Press the Preview/AE lock button. (Fig. 69) The exposure value is locked. The "AEL" mark flashes in the viewfinder display and "AEL" remains lit on the LCD panel in all modes except the Exposure Metering User Setting and ISO User Setting modes. 4. Compose your picture and press the shutter button.
1. Turn the mode dial to select ISO (ISO User Setting mode). (Fig. 71) 2. Press the up/down buttons to set the desired film speed. (Fig. 72) · The exposure difference between the automatic DXcoded setting and the manual override film speed setting is indicated by the "+" and "-". · The film speed you have set will be displayed for about 2 seconds when the main switch selector is set to A (Auto) or M (Manual), and when the film is loaded. · Non-DX films must be set manually.
Dominantly White Subjects If a dominantly white subject is photographed, it will be underexposed and appear dark. In addition, white areas will turn out gray. Set the exposure compensation to a plus (+) value depending on the lighting conditions. 4www.butkus.org Dominantly Dark-colored Subjects If a dominantly dark-colored subject is shot, the whole image will be overexposed, making the subject light (white) and dark-colored areas will come out gray.
1. Press the up/down buttons until the exposure indicator is displayed. (Fig. 74) The exposure indicator is displayed in the viewfinder display. The exposure compensation value is displayed on the LCD panel also. · The exposure indicator appears flashing in the viewfinder display. This allows you to set the exposure compensation while looking through the viewfinder. · If you do not make any changes (i.e.
Enables manual user-selected aperture and shutter speed settings for individual creative effects or difficult lighting conditions. · The LCD panel and the viewfinder display operate when A (Auto) or M (Manual) is selected. · If there is a film loaded in the camera, the film speed will be displayed for the first 2 seconds. 2. Check the batteries. · Refer to "MONITORING THE CONDITION OF THE BATTERIES" on page 14. · If the main switch selector is set to L (Lock), the power will be completely cut off.
14. A (AUTO) OPERATION The camera is set to A (Auto) operation when the following viewfinder display appears. Note that the viewfinder display may vary slightly according to the current shutter speed and settings (i.e., AE lock, exposure metering, flash, bulb, and exposure compensation settings). (Fig. 24) · If the LCD panel or viewfinder display is not operating, press the shutter button halfway and the display will appear. 1. Set the main switch selector to A (Auto). (Fig.
15. M (MANUAL) OPERATION The camera is set to M (Manual) operation when the following viewfinder display appears. Note that the viewfinder display may vary slightly according to the current shutter speed and settings (i.e., AE lock, exposure metering, flash, bulb, and exposure compensation settings). (Fig. 30) Make sure that "M" is displayed in the viewfinder display and that the lens aperture is not set to "P" or "A". 4www.butkus.org 1. Set the main switch selector to M (Manual). (Fig.
2. Press the up/down buttons to display "bulb" on the LCD Panel. (Fig. 35) · The Self-timer and Auto Bracketing modes are not applicable when the shutter speed is set to "bulb". · The "B" mark is also displayed in the viewfinder display. 3. Set to the desired lens aperture. · If the aperture is set to "P" or "A", turn the aperture ring while pressing the "P" or "A" lock pin. 4. Keep the shutter button pressed for as long as you wish the shutter to remain open. (Fig.
17. FOCUSING Focusing is achieved with the Split-image, Microprism or Matte focusing screen in the viewfinder. The viewfinder image is crucial for accurate focusing of the lens, and therefore greatly influences image sharpness. Different photographic applications often require different focusing screens. The optimum type of focusing depends on the subject and the lens being used. (Fig. 39, 40) While looking through the viewfinder, focus by turning the focusing ring. (Fig. 41) Types of Focusing A.
viewfinder will disappear. By pressing the shutter button halfway, the display will appear. · If the camera is not operated for about 30 seconds, the display on the LCD panel will disappear. By pressing the shutter button halfway, the display will appear. 2. Confirm that the viewfinder display is operating. (Fig. 44) Fig. 44 indicates the viewfinder display in Auto operation. The number denotes the current shutter speed.
Midroll Rewind Press the manual rewind button. (Fig. 48) · When removing the film, be careful not to touch the shutter with your fingers or with the edge of the film. 4www.butkus.org · The shutter cannot be released when "E" is displayed on the LCD panel. · It is sometimes possible to take more exposures than the specified number indicated on the box of the film. However, these "extra" exposures may be overlapped or cut off. MODES 20. SETTING THE MODES Use the mode dial to select the desired mode (i.e.
· The Self-timer mode is not only useful for self-portraits but also for shakefree exposures with slow shutter speeds. 2. Turn the mode dial to select A) (Self-timer mode). (Fig. 53) 3. Press the shutter button. 4www.butkus.org · When the self-timer has been activated, the self-timer LED will start flashing and about 10 seconds later, the shutter will be released. The selftimer LED remains lit for the last 2 seconds before the shutter is released. (Fig.
2. Press the shutter button as many times as necessary to take several exposures on the same frame. · The film will not advance and the exposure counter number will remain the same. · To cancel the Multi Exposure mode, turn the mode dial to select another mode, or set the main switch selector to L (Lock) to turn off the power. · When developing negative films, make sure that you indicate that the film contains multi exposure shots where applicable.
1. Turn the mode dial to select (Auto Bracketing mode). (Fig. 57) 2. Press the shutter button. · The camera will take 3 frames in the following order: underexposed (-0.5 EV), correctly exposed (O EV), and overexposed (+0.5 EV). · To cancel the Auto Bracketing mode, turn the mode dial to select another mode. · When the Auto Bracketing mode is combined with exposure compensation or AE lock, the exposure range will be based on the selected exposure compensation value or the locked exposure value respectively.
4. Press the shutter button. · Make sure that the camera is not perpendicular to reflective backgrounds such as mirrors or other shiny surfaces. The flash will be reflected back to the camera and cause a bright glare spot in your picture. The reflected glare may also cause underexposure. Take pictures at an angle to shiny surfaces to minimize flash reflections. · For manual flash photography, slide the switch lever of the flash unit to "M", and set the shutter speed between L32 to 90.
· Some forms of astigmatism, etc., may make dioptric eyepiece correction not possible. Please check with your optician for a recommendation based on your prescription. 34. INTERCHANGEABLE VIEWFINDER SCREENS Ricoh offers a choice of 3 viewfinder screens to suit your needs or preference. Each features Ricoh's Acu-Bright mat for optimum brightness and easier focusing in dim light. Horizontal Split Type Screen (MH type) This screen is normally installed. Recommended for general shooting. (Fig.
· Before installing, be sure to clean all moisture, oil, and grease off all battery contact surfaces in order to avoid future problems of corrosion and poor electrical contact. · Remove batteries when the camera is not used for a long period of time. · Dispose of batteries properly. Do not throw them into fire or expose to high temperature. · In cold conditions, battery power decreases and may not be sufficient to operate the camera. Avoid using the camera in low temperatures.
Attaching the Data Back 7 1. Open the back cover and push down the release pin on the back cover to remove. (Fig. 85) 2. Attach the Data Back 7 to the camera while pushing down the release pin on the Data Back 7. (Fig. 86) · To remove the Data Back 7, follow the same instruction in step 1. Selecting the Imprinting Mode Each time the Mode button is pressed, the display changes as shown below. Date imprinting can be divided into five types: date, time, and no imprinting.
Checking Imprinting After shooting, the imprint mark -- flashes on the display panel for a few seconds to confirm proper imprinting. The imprint mark -- and the letter "M" are not imprinted on the photograph. Resetting the Date and Time (Fig. 88, 89, 90) 1. Each time the Select button is pressed, the flashing digits change in the following order: Year, Month, Day, Hour, Minute and Colon (:). 2. When the digits to be reset flash, press the Set button until the desired digits appear.
Notes on Date Imprinting Feature · At temperatures below 0°C (32° F), the battery ,performance deteriorates. The date imprinting feature may not function correctly and imprinting may become impossible. · When the battery is replaced, the display panel sometimes shows the wrong digits. Reset the digits for correct indication. · The date is sometimes illegible if it is imprinted on the following objects. (1 ) "Warm" colored objects, such as red, yellow, orange, etc.
Shutter: Electronically controlled, vertically moving focal plane shutter; Automatic: 1/2000 sec.-32 sec. Manual: 1/2000 sec.-32 sec., Bulb Exposure Coupling Range: EV 0-18 (ISO 100 with standard F1.4 lens) Photographic Modes: Aperture-priority automatic exposure mode Manual exposure mode Self-timer: Electronically operated 10 sec. delay with LED indicator Viewfinder: Field of view: 91% horizontally and vertically Magnification: 0.80x (with 50mm standard lens) 4www.butkus.
LCD Display: Exposure counter, ISO, battery indicator, shutter speed, center-weighted average/spot metering mark, time for bulb, remaining seconds for self-timer, AEL (AK Lock), PV (Preview), exposure compensation value (+4.0 EV in 0.
