Note • All items of information are shown for illustration purposes. During actual camera operation, only the relevant items are displayed.

•File names are used when submitting to digital printing services, etc. If

a file that does not conform to the DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) is encountered, [*￿￿￿￿￿￿￿￿] is displayed.

Changing the file name of an image on a personal computer may result in incorrect display on the camera.

■Warning Messages

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

Warning

Status

Explanation and Remedy

Reference

Message

Page

 

 

 

 

 

Lit

Indicates low battery. Recharge

P. 23

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

battery.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

NO CARD

Flashing

A SmartMedia memory card has not

P. 28

 

 

 

 

been inserted. Mount a SmartMedia

 

 

 

 

 

memory card.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

WRITE

Flashing

A write-protected SmartMedia memory

P. 27

PROTECTED

 

card is found. Remove the write-

 

 

 

 

 

protection label from the card to gain

 

 

 

 

 

access to it.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

FILE

Flashing

You attempted to erase a protected

P. 85

PROTECTED

 

file. Unprotect the file before erasing it.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

NO FILE

Lit

There are no files to play. Mount a

P. 28

 

 

 

 

SmartMedia memory card with files

 

 

 

 

 

recorded on it.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

UNMATCHED

Flashing

You attempted to play an unplayable

P. 74

 

FILE

 

file.

 

 

FILE

Flashing

No more files can be recorded. Format

P. 98

NUMBER

 

the internal memory or insert a new

 

OVER

 

SmartMedia memory card to continue

 

 

 

 

 

recording.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SET

Flashing

The date has not been set. Set the

P. 34

DATE/TIME

 

date before starting operations with

 

 

 

 

 

the camera.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

8

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Ricoh RDC-7 manual Status Explanation and Remedy Reference, No Card
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RDC-7 specifications

The Ricoh RDC-7, launched in the late 1990s, represents a significant step in the evolution of digital cameras, showcasing a blend of innovative features and user-friendly design. As part of Ricoh's line of digital cameras, the RDC-7 was well-regarded for its compact design and advanced capabilities for its time, appealing to both amateur and professional photographers.

One of the standout features of the Ricoh RDC-7 is its impressive 3.34-megapixel CCD sensor, which allowed for high-quality image capture. This resolution was significant for the era, enabling photographers to capture detailed images suitable for printing and sharing. The camera's focal length of 7.6 mm to 22.8 mm (equivalent to 38 mm to 114 mm in 35mm terms) provided flexibility for various shooting scenarios, whether it was wide-angle landscapes or closer portrait shots. Additionally, the RDC-7 incorporated a 3x optical zoom lens, enhancing its versatility and making it suitable for a wide range of photographic applications.

The design of the Ricoh RDC-7 featured an ergonomic grip and a user-friendly interface, which included a 2.5-inch LCD screen that permitted users to compose and review their shots easily. This display was notable for its clarity, allowing photographers to evaluate compositions and adjust settings on-the-fly. The camera also included a robust menu system that enabled users to access and modify various shooting parameters, catering to both novice users and experienced photographers.

In terms of technology, the Ricoh RDC-7 utilized CompactFlash cards for storage, which was a widely adopted format at the time. This allowed for substantial storage capacity and quick data transfer. The camera also offered several shooting modes, including automatic, manual, and various scene-specific presets, giving users the ability to tailor their shooting experience based on environmental conditions.

Another key characteristic of the RDC-7 was its ability to record video clips in addition to still images. This added a multimedia capability that was becoming increasingly popular among digital cameras of that era. While the video recording functionality did not offer the high-definition standards of contemporary devices, it represented a forward-thinking approach to digital photography and content creation.

In summary, the Ricoh RDC-7 combined essential features, advanced technologies, and thoughtful design that made it a notable camera in the evolution of digital photography. Its blend of quality, usability, and innovative capabilities set a foundation for future developments in camera technology, attracting a loyal user base and influencing the direction of digital cameras in the years that followed.
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