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Ricoh RDC-5300 manual LCD Panel, Error Messages, Initial display Setup mode

Models: RDC-5300

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■Error Messages

If any of the error messages listed below appears on the camera’s LCD monitor, read the corresponding explanation and take the corrective action suggested.

FORMAT

Error message

INTERNAL

MEMORY

Error	Explanation and Remedy	Reference
Message	Explanation and Remedy	Page
Message		Page
FORMAT CARD	The SmartMedia memory card is	P. 33
	unformatted. Format the card with the
	camera before using it.

FORMAT	Format the internal memory before using it.	P. 105
INTERNAL
MEMORY

CARD ERROR	A SmartMedia memory card of this type is	–
	not supported by this camera.

ERROR	Slide the power switch to turn the power off	–
XX-XX-XX-XX-XX	and then on again.

Note If the error display does not clear, reset the LCD monitor to its factory default: How to reset: With the terminal cover open, press the reset button (p. 10). If the error display still won’t clear, call your dealer or our service contact.

LCD Panel

■Initial display (SETUP mode)

The LCD panel appears

blank.

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Ricoh RDC-5300 manual LCD Panel, Error Messages, Initial display Setup mode, Error Explanation and Remedy Reference

Contents

Page Introduction CopyrightCamera Features Table of Contents Advanced Shooting Changing Camera Settings MiscellaneousSafety Precautions Sample WarningsTurn off the power immediately if any metallic object Keep the batteries used in this equipment out Do not use the equipment near flammable gases Safety Warnings for Accessories Parts & Names Camera BodyBottom AC Adapter optionalRecording Mode Displays Play Mode DisplaysExplanation of LCD Monitor Displays LCD MonitorStatus Explanation and Remedy Reference No CardError Messages Initial display Setup modeError Explanation and Remedy Reference LCD PanelDisplays Appearing during Communication Communication Mode Displays Appearing during RecordingDisplays Appearing during Playback/Erasure On an RS-232C cable connectionError Displays and Contents SET UP Menu MenusRecord Menu White BalanceErase Menu Play MenuTo a PC Basic Operation/Quick Reference PreparationsLoading the Batteries p.27-29 Inserting a SmartMedia Memory Card p.32-33Setting the Date and Time p.35-37 Basic Shooting Procedure p.40-51Shooting Press the shutter release button to record the imageChanging the Flash Mode p.54-56 Using the Self-Timer p.61-62Set the mode dial to Press the self timer button PlaybackErasing Erasing Files p.94-97Press the shutter release button You want to erase and press the Enter buttonPage Getting Started Checking the Package Contents Before Using the CameraAttaching the Wrist Strap Powering the Camera Loading the AA BatteriesRechargeable Batteries Getting StartedClose the battery cover Economizing on BatteriesLoad the batteries Shooting and Playback GuidelinesUsing an AC Adapter Handling PrecautionsUsing the AC Adapter Battery type Approximate Recording Time Playback TimeSee Turning on the Camera p.41 SmartMedia Memory Cards What is a SmartMedia Memory Card?Protecting Against Accidental Writing Inserting Card Inserting a SmartMedia Memory CardData Removing Card Formatting a SmartMedia Memory CardClose the card door Set the mode dial to Press the shutter release buttonBefore You Start Recording Setting the Date and TimePress the or button to select Date Press the Display button to select the date display method Press the Enter buttonPress the and buttons to change the blinking numeral Press the Enter button to flash the digit you want changedAdjusting the LCD Monitor Brightness How To Hold the CameraTips How to Verify the Date and Time When viewing through the viewfinderWhen viewing using the LCD monitor Press the shutter release button lightly with your fingertipBasic Shooting Basic Shooting Operation FlowUsing the Display button to turn the power on and off Slide the center button of power switch to onTurning on the Camera Basic ShootingSwitching Modes Auto Power-OffSelecting a Recording Destination Press the CARD/IN button and select a Recording destinationSelecting PIC Image quality Mode Switching PIC Image quality ModesSelecting a PIC Image quality Mode Press the PIC button and select a PIC Image quality modeSwitching Recording Modes Selecting Recording ModeApproximate File Sizes by PIC Image quality Mode Selecting a Recording Mode for the PIC mode Set the mode dial to and press Menu buttonPress the Enter button to choose Recording mode Press the or button to selectSetting the Size of the Subject Zoom Zooming In Telephoto SettingZooming Out Wide Angle Setting Digital Zoom FunctionViewing Through the Viewfinder How to View Images on the LCD MonitorViewing Through the LCD Monitor Shooting Still Picture Mode When the flash lamp lightsAim the camera at your subject Press the or button to set the size of the subjectStill frame mode /text mode When Focusing is Difficult Tips Using the Camera for Extended Periods of TimeTips LCD Monitor Display Function Page Advanced Shooting Chapter Flash Modes Changing Flash ModesEffective Range of the Flash Changing the flash mode How to Cancel a modePress the release button to take the photograph AdvancedPage Setting the Exposure Compensation Setting the Exposure CompensationSet the mode dial to Press Menu button Press the or button to change the compensation level How To Cancel the Exposure Compensation SettingPress the shutter release button to shoot Subject Changing the White Balance Mode Changing the White Balance ModeSwitching White Balance Modes Subjects Difficult to Correct in Auto ModePress the and buttons to select White balance mode How to cancel the modeSet the mode dial to and press the self timer button Using the Self-TimerSpecial Shooting Functions When to Use the Focus Lock How to Use the Focus LockTips Remote Control Focus Lock ShootingFocus Mode Shooting Mode Shooting p.63Press the shutter release button lightly Hold it Shutter release button down fullyHow To Cancel Focus Modes Set the Mode dial to and then press the Menu buttonPress the up or down button to select Focus Date Imprint Mode Set the mode dial to and press the Menu buttonHow To Cancel Date Imprinting Mode Press the shutter release button to shoot the subjectRedeye Reduction Mode Menu buttonMonochrome Mode Black & White Sepia How To Cancel Red-eye Reduction ModeHow To Cancel Monotone Mode Press the or button to select MonochromeInterval Time lapse Shooting Mode SecondPress the release button Press the Menu buttonShutter release. The set time interval will not change Using Soft Mode How To Cancel Interval ShootingHow To Cancel Shooting How To Cancel Soft ModePress the or button to select S Mode Mode Shutter SpeedPress the shutter release button to take the picture Using Auto Bracket How To Cancel the S ModeHow To Cancel Auto Bracket Press the up or down button to turn Auto Bracket to onMacro Shooting Close-up Shooting AdvancedShootingFocal Range for Macro Shooting Shutter Release ButtonPLAYBACK/ERASING Before Starting to Playback Recorded Images Playback DisplayConnecting to a TV Using the Camera for Extended Periods of TimeCheck that both the camera and the TV are turned off Playback/ErasingSwitch Display Modes Playing Back a FileFiles That Can Be Played on the Camera Select a source file to playbackPlaying an Image File Playback DisplaySet the mode dial to Press the Display button Multi Image PlaybackZoom Playback Press the or button to verify the image fileHow To Cancel Auto Playback Auto PlaybackPress the Menu button to cancel the protect setting Protecting a FileHow To Cancel the Setting Copying FilesCopying all images Press the CARD/IN button and select the copy sourceCopying Selected Image Playing a File Shot with Another Brand of Camera Mount a SmartMedia memory card in the cameraSetting Dpof Direct Print of File Setting a Print ServiceWhen previous Dpof settings exist Specifying the number of printsHow to cancel the settings Specifying the number of indexesCanceling Dpof settings Setting a password Setting Secret FileSet the Mode dial to Setup When you forget your password Setting secret filesHow to Cancel a password How to Display Secret File How To Cancel settingsWhen Secret File is already set Switch To the Erase Mode Select the Erase ModeErasing a File Image Select a source file to erasePress the or button to select an EraseImage file to erase Erase All Images Erase Selected Files Images Page Miscellaneous 107Installing Camera Utility Software InstallationTransferring Images to a PC MacintoshConnecting the Camera to a PC MiscellaneousChanging Camera Settings Beep Sound SettingPress the or button to select Beep Press the Enter button to select OFFHow To reset settings Auto Power Off SettingPress the or button to select Auto Keep Settings After confirming the setting, press the Menu button Formatting Internal MemoryChanging OSD On-Screen Display Language Changing Video-Out Signal Method NTSC/PAL Changing LCD Confirmation Restoring the SettingPress the or button to select LCD Changing the LCD Setting Initializing Settings When continuous numbering is off With sequential numbering on initial settingChanging File Names Use the up or down button to select Display → Power Use the up or down button to selectRotate the mode dial to Checking the VersionPress the Enter button to select on After checking the version, press the Menu buttonUsing the Remote Control Shooting in Manual Focus Mode Setting Exposure CompensationPlaying Canceling the mode setting Magnifying an Image Zoom PlaybackDisplaying Multiple Images Multi Image Playback Moving the playback positionDeleting multiple files Clearing all filesErasing the files Accessories Model RemarksHandling Precautions Potential Causes of CondensationCare Care and StorageStorage Power Source TroubleshootingRecording and Playback 122 123 Using a Local TV Receiver for Playing Pictures Ricoh AC-3 AC adapter optionalAbout the Warranty and Servicing 125126 Specifications Image Data Recording and Playback Image Resolution Power Supply Main BatteriesDate backup battery Auto Power-OffType PIC Mode Recording CapacitiesInformation to the User USA FCC Part15 Class BRicoh Service Offices