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Symptom

Cause

Remedy

Page

Autofocus is on

Dirty lens

Clean lens

–

but camera not

Subject not in center of autofocus

Use focus lock

P.61

focusing

field

Subject difficult to focus

Use focus lock or switch to manual focus

P.61,62

Flash will not

Shooting mode is set to

Set mode dial to

(still picture) or

P.41

fire or will not

(sound),

(continuous)

(text) mode

P.49

charge

(moving image)

Flash is set to

(flash off)

Press

button to cancel flash off mode

P.53

mode

Mode dial is set to macro mode

Press

button to cancel macro mode

P.60

White balance set to mode other

Press WB button to set white balance to

P.57

than auto

auto

Battery expired

Charge battery

P.23

Image dark

Subject farther than approx. 3.0m

Come closer to subject

P.53

even with flash

with zoom on telephoto or

approx. 3.4m with zoom on wide

angle

Image is too

Camera is too close to subject

Set flash to flash off mode

P.53

bright

Overexposed

Press

button to change exposure

P.56

compensation level

Brightness setting needs

Press LCD LIGHT button to adjust

P.104

adjusting

brightness of LCD monitor

Image is too

Shot in low light area with camera

Press

button to cancel flash off mode

P.53

dark

set to

(flash off) mode

Under-exposed

Press

button to change exposure

P.56

compensation level

Brightness setting needs

Press LCD LIGHT button to adjust

P.104

adjusting

brightness of LCD monitor

Unnatural

Shooting conditions difficult to

Place a white object near the subject, use

P.53

coloration of

achieve white balance in auto

the flash or select a white balance mode

P.57

image

mode

other than auto

Date and other

Screen display set to off

Press DISPLAY button to switch screen

P.48

recording data

display mode

P.79

will not display

Cannot play

Camera not set to

(play) mode

Set mode dial to

(play)

P.76

back or image

Wrong playback source

Press

button to change

P.76

will not appear

playback source

SmartMedia memory card not

Insert SmartMedia memory card with

P.28

inserted or does not contain any

recorded images

files

Attempted to play SmartMedia

Use SmartMedia memory card that has

P.28

memory card not formatted with

been formatted and recorded on this

this camera

camera

SmartMedia memory card

Insert SmartMedia memory card

P.28

contains incorrectly recorded files

containing pictures properly recorded with

this camera

SmartMedia memory card

Check format type

P.74

contains files in format not read

by this camera

Card door open

Ensure that card door is securely closed

P.28

Video interface cable not

Check connection

P.74

correctly connected

Source of interference, such as

Relocate camera away from interference

–

electric motor, nearby

source

SmartMedia memory card contact

Clean contact surface with soft dry cloth

P.27

surface dirty

114 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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Models: RDC-7

Symptom

RDC-7 specifications