Selecting, Setting and Cancelling Items

ENTER button

: Enters the setting. Enters the selected setting at the

 

 

 

position indicated by the arrow (

 

) and proceeds to

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

the next display.

CANCEL button

: Cancels the setting and returns to the previous display.

or

button

: Changes the setting.

or

button

: Selects the setting you want to change.

Menu Settings

SET Menu

 

 

 

 

 

 

SET

 

1/3

 

 

FORMAT

 

 

 

 

SERIAL TRANSFER

 

 

 

KEEP SETTINGS

 

 

 

 

LCD CONFIRMATION

1SEC.

 

 

AUTO POWER OFF

 

1MIN

 

 

SELECT:

CHANGE:

 

 

 

 

SEL.:ENTER

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SET

 

2/3

 

 

BEEP SOUND

 

ON

 

 

POWER SAVE MODE

OFF

 

 

SEQUENTIAL NO.

 

OFF

 

 

DATE SETTING

 

2000/ 6/15

 

 

VIDEO OUT MODE

 

NTSC

 

 

SELECT:

CHANGE:

 

 

 

 

SEL.:ENTER

 

 

 

 

 

 

FORMAT

: Formats the internal memory or

 

SmartMedia memory card.

(p.98)

SERIAL TRANSFER

: Used to transfer recorded files to a

 

personal computer.

 

KEEP SETTINGS

: Saves the camera settings.

(p.99)

LCD CONFIRMATION

: Sets the confirmation time for images

 

after shooting.

(p.100)

 

AUTO POWER OFF

: Enables or disables the automatic

 

power off feature. (p.100)

 

BEEP SOUND

: Switches the beep sound on and off.

 

(p.101)

 

 

POWER SAVE MODE

: Decreases the brightness of the LCD

 

monitor to conserve battery power.

 

(p.101)

 

 

SEQUENTIAL NO.

: Switches consecutive numbering of

 

files on and off.

(p.102)

 

DATE SETTING

: Sets the date and time. (p.34)

VIDEO OUT MODE

: Switches between NTSC and PAL

when the camera is connected to a TV set. (p.103)

SET

3/3

LANGUAGE ENGLISH

INITIALIZE SETTING

SELECT: CHANGE:

SEL.:ENTER

LANGUAGE

: Selects the language of the LCD

 

monitor display. (p.103)

INITIALIZE SETTING

: Returns all the settings to their initial

 

status. (p.104)

Note • [SERIAL TRANSFER] is used to transfer recorded files to a personal

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computer by serial connection.

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Ricoh RDC-7 manual Selecting, Setting and Cancelling Items, Menu Settings

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.