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Ricoh CAMERA RDC-i500 operation manual Contents

Models: CAMERA RDC-i500

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CONTENTS
How to Use the Operation Manuals		1
Parts & Names		6
Safety Precautions		8
Chapter 1	Getting Started
Before Using the Camera		14
	Attaching the Wrist Strap	14
	Attaching the Lens Cap	14
Powering the Camera		15
	Charging the Battery	15
	Loading the Battery	16
	Connecting an AC Adapter	18
Storage Memory		19
	Inserting a Memory Card	20
Chapter 2	Basic Operations
Turning On/Off the Camera		24
How to Use the Mode Dial		25
LCD Monitor and LCD Panel		26
	Recording Mode	26
	Play Mode	27
How to Select the Items		28
Character Input		30
Registering the Camera Information		31
	Setting the Date and Time	31
	Checking Owner Information	34
Before You Start Recording		35
	Formatting the Storage Memory	35
	Adjusting the Viewfinder Diopter	36
	Adjusting the LCD Monitor Brightness	37
	How to Hold the Camera	37

At the end of this manual troubleshooting for error messages, alphabetical index and index by functions are listed for your convenience.

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Ricoh CAMERA RDC-i500 operation manual Contents

Contents

Page Introduction CopyrightSimple Operation Guide Read This Before ProceedingOpen the package Contents Chapter Shooting Basic ShootingCamera Settings and Other Functions Playback/DeletingAppendix Camera Body Front Parts & NamesBack Remote Control Unit optional Battery/Battery Charger AC Adapter optionalOperating Parts Sample Warnings Safety PrecautionsExamples Turn off the power immediately if any metallic object, water Observe the following precautions to prevent fire, electric Do not use the equipment near flammable gases, gasoline Safety Warning for Accessories Powering the Camera Before Using the CameraStorage Memory Before Using the Camera Attaching the Wrist StrapAttaching the Lens Cap Push the lens cap on in the direction shown by the arrowPowering the Camera Charging the BatteryPrecautions Regarding Use CHARGECharging Lamp ExplanationLoad the battery Loading the BatteryClose the battery cover Handling Precautions Tips Tips to Extend the Recording and Playback TimesConnecting an AC Adapter Insert the power plug into the electrical outletStorage Memory Storage Memory CapacityInserting a Memory Card DataInserting Card Check that the camera is turned offRemoving Card Page Chapter Before You Start RecordingTips Auto Power Off Press the power switchTurning On/Off the Camera Turning the Camera onHow to Use the Mode Dial Turn the mode dial to change the mode usedMode Dial Action Basic OperationsLCD Monitor and LCD Panel Recording ModeLCD panel LCD monitor Play Mode How to Select the Items Switching the DisplaysSelecting and Canceling Items Select the item Select the settingHow to Use the Check Box How to Use the Spin BoxDeleting Character InputAvailable items Setting the Date and Time Select Date Settings and press the buttonSetting the Date and Time Selecting the Date To Be UsedPress the Enter button Select Date to be Used and press the buttonTips How to Verify the Date and Time Selecting the Date FormatWhen checking is completed, press the Enter button Checking Owner InformationBefore You Start Recording Set the mode dial to SET Select Format and press the buttonFormatting the Storage Memory Adjusting the Viewfinder Diopter Press the shutter release buttonHow to Hold the Camera Adjusting the LCD Monitor BrightnessWhen viewing through the viewfinder Precaution When viewing using the LCD monitorBasic Shooting Special Shooting FunctionsBasic Shooting Operation FlowSet the mode dial to Selecting a Recording ModeTips LCD Monitor Display Recording Mode LCD Panel LCD Monitor Recording Destination Selecting the Storage MemoryRecords images in the internal memory Selecting a Folder Press the PIC button and select an image quality mode Selecting an Image Quality ModeData Guide Checking the Position of the Subject Viewing Through the ViewfinderViewing the LCD Monitor Shooting ScopeSetting the Size of the Subject Zoom Digital Zoom FunctionPress Side or Zoom lever PressingShooting Still Picture Mode To Cancel Recording Flash LEDWhen Focusing is Difficult Tips Focus Lock ShootingSet the mode dial to Adjust the contrast using the buttons Recording Text Text ModeSpecial Shooting Functions Press the shutter release button to record the image Recording Voice Memo Voice Memo ModePress the shutter release button to record Shooting Motion Pictures Motion Picture Mode Continuous Shooting Continuous Shooting ModeSet the mode dial to and press the Menu button Press the shutter release button toMaximum no. of pictures in continuous shooting mode Will indicate that recording has started Display Mode Explanation Changing Flash ModesFlash activated, the light from the flash may appear reddish Adjusting the Flash Strength Setting the Exposure Compensation Exposure Compensation RangeShooting Against the Light Shooting a White ImageChanging the White Balance Mode AutoPage Selecting Manual White Balance Using the Self-Timer Self-timer Close-up Shooting Macro Mode Tips Remote ControlShooting by Switching the Focus Focus Setting Auto Focus AF, Snap S or InfinityIndication Mode Description Tips Shutter Release ButtonSetting Manual Focus MF Shooting in Redeye Reduction Mode Redeye Reduc Shooting with the Date Date Imprint Mode Description Shooting by Splitting the Screen Split-ScreenShooting in New Shot Mode Select ADD from the menu and press the Enter button Additional Shot ModeSelect the additional image and press the Enter button Shooting in Sharpness Mode Sharpness Shooting in Monochrome Mode Monochrome Shooting in Interval Time-lapse Mode Interval Shooting in Auto Bracket Mode Auto Bracket Changing the ISO Sensitivity ISO Setting Changing the Exposure Metering System Photometry MultShooting in Time Exposure Mode Time Exposure Shooting with Signature Signature To cancel signature imprint mode, select None Page Special Playback Functions Basic PlaybackDeleting a File Basic Playback Files Playable on the CameraPlaying a Still Picture, Text or Continuous Shooting File Use the or button to select the file to be playedPlaying a Voice Memo File Playback Display2048 ⋅ 640 ⋅ Shooting Vertical formatTo Adjust the Volume Playing a Motion Picture FilePlayback source with the button To Pause and Resume PlaybackTips LCD Monitor Display Play Mode Advance and Rewind, and Slow and Reverse Slow PlaybackPlayback Using a TV Using the Camera for Extended Periods of TimeSet the mode dial to and press Side of the zoom lever Special Playback FunctionsPress the · · · buttons to change the file to be played Press Side of the zoom leverSet the mode dial to and press the side of the zoom lever Magnifying a File Zoom PlaybackCopying Files Copy Press the · · · buttons to move the display areaCopying a Selected File Thumbnail DisplayCopying a Whole Folder Press the Cancel button to exit the menu screen Set the mode dial to Select the file to be protected Protecting a File ProtectProtecting File Press the Menu button Select Protect and press the buttonProtecting All Files Select the option Selected FilesCanceling the Protect Setting Cancel ALLPlaying Back Images Automatically Auto Playback Set the playback time and then press the Enter buttonSetting the Digital Printing Service Dpof Setting To specify each file Specifying the Number of Prints of the Selected FilesTo specify more than one file Specifying the Number of Prints of All Files Specifying the Number of Index Prints Canceling the Dpof Settings Confirming the Settings Press the Cancel button to exit Dpof setting menuWhen a voice memo has already been Recorded Adding a Voice Memo Voice MemoDeleting a File Set the mode dial to Select the file to be deletedDeleting a Selected File Deleting All Files or a Single File Changing Camera Settings Using the Remote ControlAdding or Deleting a Folder Changing Camera SettingsAdding a Folder Press the Cancel button to exit the folder list When the files are savedCamera Settings and Other Functions Deleting a FolderKeep Settings Press the Cancel button to return to the Setup menuChanging the LCD Confirmation Time Auto Power Off Setting Beep Sound Setting Setting the Power Saving Mode Changing the Display Language Changing the Video-out Signal Method NTSC/PAL Setting a Signature When sequential numbering is OFF When sequential numbering is onChanging the File Numbering Method Turning the Camera On When the LCD Monitor is Opened Initializing the Settings 119 Using the Remote Control Using the DR-4 Remote ControlStill Picture mode Text modeUsing the Continuous Shooting PlaybackChange the display position using the , , or button To Cancel the ModeChoose a file by pressing the or button Press the buttonUsing the DR-3 Remote Control Set the mode dial on the camera to aAdjust the focus using the FWD or REV button To cancel the mode settingChange the display position using the FWD or REV button Change the selected image using the FWD or REV buttonChoose a file by pressing the FWD or REV button Press ButtonSelect Delete ALL using the FWD or REV button Deleting a single fileDeleting all files Other Functions126 Troubleshooting Error MessagesUsing Your Camera in Other Countries AccessoriesPower Source TroubleshootingRecording and Playback 129 AppendixMiscellaneous Error Messages Error Message RemedyMemo Using Your Camera in Other Countries Recording Capacities Accessories Model RemarksHandling Precautions Potential Causes of CondensationCare Care and StorageStorage Specifications NTSC/PAL139 About the Warranty and Servicing 140141 Index SET Mode SetupFunctional Index Recording Mode Menu Button ÔButton Play Mode Menu ButtonButton PC Mode Communication ModeAlphabetical Index AF LED147 148 Information to the User USA FCC Part15 Class B150 Ricoh Service Offices