Record Menu, Getting Started Play Menu

●Record Menu


SHOOTING MODE		1/3
IMAGE WITH SOUND		OFF
FOCUS		AF
FLASH STRENGTH		NORMAL
REDEYE REDUCTION		OFF
ISO SENSITIVITY		AUTO
SELECT:	CHANGE:
BACK:MENU		SEL.:ENTER

SHOOTING MODE	2/3
DATE IMPRINT	OFF
SOFT MODE	OFF
MONOCHROME MODE	OFF

INTERVAL MODE

AUTO BRACKET OFF

SELECT: CHANGE:

BACK:MENU SEL.:ENTER

SHOOTING MODE	3/3
NO COMPRESSION	OFF
PRO	OFF
TIME EXPOSURE	OFF

SELECT: CHANGE:

BACK:MENU SEL.:ENTER

IMAGE WITH SOUND	: Records with sound in		(still
	picture) and	(text) modes.→ (p.52)
FOCUS	: Switches between auto focus and
	manual focus. → (p.62)
FLASH STRENGTH	: Selects the level of strength of the
	flash. → (p.55)
REDEYE REDUCTION	: Lessens the red-eye phenomenon
	when using the flash. → (p.63)
ISO SENSITIVITY	: Selects the ISO setting. →		(p.64)
DATE IMPRINT	: Records images with the date
	imprinted. →	(p.64)
SOFT MODE	: Records images with a soft outline. →
	(p.65)
MONOCHROME MODE	: Records images in monochrome or
	sepia. → (p.66)
INTERVAL MODE	: Selects interval shooting. →		(p.67)
AUTO BRACKET	: Records three images at –0.5 EV, 0
	and +0.5 EV based on the current
	exposure compensation level. → (p.68)
NO COMPRESSION	: Records in non-compressed mode. →
	(p.69)
PRO	: Records in PRO mode. → (p.70)
TIME EXPOSURE	: Set when photographing a bright
	subject in a dark place with		(still
	image) set. →	(p.72)

Getting Started

●Play Menu

PLAYBACK MODE	1/2
MULTI IMAGE
ZOOM PLAYBACK
AUTO PLAYBACK	1SEC.

COPY

SELECT FOLDER

SELECT: CHANGE:

BACK:MENU SEL.:ENTER

PLAYBACK MODE 2/2

ROTATION OFF

PROTECT

DPOF

SELECT: CHANGE:

BACK:MENU SEL.:ENTER

MULTI IMAGE	: Displays 6 files at once. → (p.77)
ZOOM PLAYBACK	: Displays an enlarged file. →		(p.81)
AUTO PLAYBACK	: Automatically plays all files. →		(p.82)
COPY	: Copies recorded files from the internal
	memory onto a SmartMedia memory
	card, and vice versa. → (p.83)
SELECT FOLDER	: Plays files shot with another (Ricoh or
	non-Ricoh) digital camera. →		(p.84)
ROTATION	: Turns a file 90 degrees right, 90 degrees
	left, or 180 degrees. →	(p.82)
PROTECT	: Protects files from erasure. →		(p.85)
DPOF	: Sets the number of copies, etc. when
	submitting recorded files to digital
	printing services. →	(p.86)

●Erase Menu

ERASE

ERASE SINGLE IMAGE

ERASE ALL IMAGES

ERASE SELECTED IMAGES

SELECT:

BACK:CANCEL SEL.:ENTER

ERASE SINGLE IMAGE	: Erases selected images one at a time.
	→ (p.92)
ERASE ALL IMAGES	: Erases all the recorded files. → (p.93)
ERASE SELECTED IMAGES	: Erases multiple selected images. →
	(p.94)

* Protected files cannot be erased.

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.

Ricoh RDC-7 manual Record Menu, Getting Started Play Menu

Models: RDC-7

●Record Menu

SHOOTING MODE

AUTO BRACKET

Getting Started

●Play Menu

PLAYBACK MODE 2/2

COPY

DPOF

ERASE

ERASE ALL IMAGES

RDC-7 specifications