Ricoh RDC-2 Digital Camera
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1. AUTO POWER OFF Sistine LANGUAGE 0 VIDEO OUT MODE VERSION LCD CONFIRMATION LCD SETTING INITIALIZE SETTING uu cesses PASSWORD 0 5 SEQUENTIAL FILE NO DISPLAY gt POWER Formats internal memory or a SmartMedia memory card p 33 105 Sets the date and time p 35 Saves camera settings p 104 Switches the electronic beep on and off p 102 Enables or disables the auto power off feature whereby the camera switches off automatically when left idle for about 5 minutes or longer p 103 Switches the LCD monitor display between Japanese and English p 106 Switches the camera between NTSC and PAL when it is connected to a TV set p 107 Displays current version information about the camera p 113 Sets the confirmation time for images after shooting p 108 Selects whether to let the camera come up with the LCD monitor enabled or disabled when it is powered on in a recording mode p 109 Initialize all the settings p 110 Sets a password for the secret function p 91 Sets a sequential file NO or not p 111 Sets whether to turn the power on off by pressing the DISPLAY button p 112 17 E Record Menu With the camera turned on set the mode dial to I8 and press the menu button To exit the record menu press the menu button again MENU RECORD RECORDING MODE WHITE BALANCE ea FOCUS DATE IMPRINT REDEYE REDUC2. Pressing the PIC button displays the settings menu The PIC Image quality mode changes each time the PIC button is pressed Press the PIC button and make your choice C4 18 yy 900x600 F Approximate File Sizes by PIC Image quality Mode PIC Mode Approx File Size PIC Mode Approx File Size 1800F 813 KB 900F 276 KB 1800N 410 KB 900N 141 KB 1800E 246 KB 900E 74 KB e Image sizes are 1792 x 1200 pixels and 896 x 600 pixels For the number of recordable images by SmartMedia memory card capacity and by PIC Image quality mode see Recording Capacities p 129 Selecting Recording Mode The camera offers three recording modes still text and Hight Speed Shooting Select the mode best suited to your photographic needs E Switching Recording Modes The mode screen changes in the following sequence as you switch the recording mode High Speed Shooting Still Mode Text Mode e The factory default setting is 44 Quick shooting mode A series of frames can be taken continuously at the rate of approximately 1 frame sec as long as the release button is pressed Since the images are stored in the camera memory the interval at which frames can be taken is shorter so the next frame can be taken faster Siill image mode One frame is taken each time the release button is pressed The frames are stored one ata time Text mod
3. Do not attempt to disassemble repair or alter the equipment yourself The high voltage circuitry in the equipment poses significant electrical hazard Do not touch the internal components of the equipment if S Do not use the equipment in the bathroom or shower as iS this could result in fire or electric shock Warning Do not use the equipment near flammable gases gasoline benzine thinner or similar substances to avoid the risk of explosion fire or burns Do not use the equipment in aircraft or other locations where usage is restricted or prohibited as this may lead to disasters or accidents as this may lead to fire Use only the specified AC adapters for this equipment optional AC 3 in household electrical outlets Other adapters pose the risk of fire electric shock or injury Q Wipe off any dust that accumulates on the electrical plug use the AC adapter with commercially available S To avoid the risk of fire electric shock or injury do not electronic transformers when traveling abroad Observe the following precautions to ensure safe use of this unit A Caution burns If part of your body comes in contact with a damaged battery wash the area with water immediately Do not use soap If a battery starts to leak remove it immediately from the equipment and wipe the battery chamber thoroughly before replacing it with a ne
4. CARD Quick shooting mode Recording Data Indicator 1800x1200 N Still Picture Mode 1 ih 12 Displays the remaining e Text Mode m B 1800x1200 N number of pictures Focus p 62 fair as ET PIC Image quality Mode Auto Bracket p 72 DATE TIME Ro 5 Zoom Indication Bar p 46 X ca 1800 x 1200 900 x 600 Exposure EV 0 5 1999 05 15 10 127 Fine Mode F compensation level 1800 x 1200 900 x 600 M Displ Normal Mode N alae aes eed 1800 x 1200 900 x 600 Date amp Time Display p 35 Economy Mode E Battery Symbol p 13 29 Self Timer Mode p 61 E Play Mode Displays Recording Data No of the image file Source for playback p 76 79 displayed i e seat m Total no of files recorded e SmartMedia m i Folder name File name m 18 197 xxx 000 PIC Image quality Mode ae see xxx Folder name in wich p 79 e 1800 x 1200 900 x 600 Fine Mode F 1800 x 1200 900 x 600 Normal Mode N aca 1999 05 15 10 12 pictures are recorded 0000 File name of a picture __Image Protect Mark p 83 Secret mark Om p 91 Battery symbol 1800 x 1200 900 x 600 Economy Mode E 12 Shooting Date and Time All items of information are shown for illustration purposes During actual camera operation only the r
5. Choose from three recording modes n and A p 44 Set the Size of the Subject Use the W or A button to select the size of the subject p 46 Check the position of the subject Check the position of the subject on the viewfinder or on the LCD monitor p 47 Press the shutter release button p 48 40 Turning on the Camera Slide the power switch to turn the camera on and slide the switch again to turn it off Slide the center button of power switch to on The camera will turn on and the monitor cover will open e The lens barrier will not open even if the power switch is operated when in a playback mode other than record or in the erase mode Sliding the power switch again will turn off the power And the lens barrier and monitor cover will open Set the mode dial to f3 The LCD panel or the LCD monitor will display recording information LCD Monitor Display Press the DISPLAY button to switch displays appearing on the LCD monitor If the LCD monitor is not used press the DISPLAY button to save the batteries Press the DISPLAY button again to enable the LCD monitor You may set the camera to come up with the LCD monitor disabled when it is powered on See Changing the LCD Setting p 109 N Buljoous siseg 15 n Cag 5 1800 EA E oo Moooo0xoo00 O0 E Using the DISPLAY button to turn the power
6. eee cece cere eeeeeeeeseeeeeeeaeeneeeees 105 Changing OSD On Screen Display Language cceseseeeeees 106 Changing Video Out Signal Method NTSC PAL c ceeeeees 107 Changing LCD Confirmation 0 0 cceceececeeseeeeeeeeeeeeeseeeeeeeeteeneeeaeeees 108 Changing the LCD Setting 000 cceceeseeseeeeeceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeseeeeneeeneeeaeees 109 InitialiZing Settings maiisip hni n r loins 110 Changing File Names cccceeceeeseeeseeeeeeeeeeeseeeseeeeeeeeeeeeesereeaeeeeeeeeas 111 Using the DISPLAY Button to Turn the Power ON and OFF 112 Checking the Version ccceceeseesceeseeeeeeseeeeceeeceeeeeetseeeeeseeeateaeeeeeeas 113 Using the Remote Control eccceeeseeceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeseneeeeeeteeeseeeee 114 SHOOLUNG sea i Acatin eee een 114 PAYING scnis onana e N A N stabi denteteet 115 Erasing 2a EA AA EE T 116 ACCESSOTIES naaie we 118 Handling Precautions 119 Care and Storage 120 TROUDIGSNOOUNG ein nrn othe ee iG ee a w 121 Using Your Digital Camera in Other Countries w 124 About the Warranty and Servicing ccsceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee we 125 Specifications eai aa ii aera ne wie w 127 Recording Capacities ae Ricoh Service OfficeSs 0 c ian sinc eave ini hinc eles 131 Safety Precautions Warning Symbols Various symbols are used throughout this instruction manual and on the product to prevent physical harm to you or other people and damage to
7. have a diminishing voltage Be sure to have spare batteries on hand Rechargeable Size AA Ni Cd and Ni MH batteries have a tendency to shut off immediately when the battery symbol is lit Do not use weak exhausted batteries when blinks etc because this could result in camera misoperation the LCD monitor AF lamp flash lamp and self timer lamp blink or light E Handling Precautions Do not use damaged batteries or batteries at the end of their service lives Do not subject the batteries to strong impacts Using an AC Adapter When using the camera for extended periods of time to shoot or playback images connect an AC adapter optional to the camera and power the camera from a household electrical source Using the AC Adapter Before using the AC adapter be sure to read the safety precautions in the accompanying manual 29 pevers umag Check that the camera is turned off and then open the terminal cover B Turning on the Camera p 41 Connect the AC adapter cable to the power supply terminal DC input on the camera Insert the power plug into the electrical outlet If batteries are loaded in the camera while it is connected to a household power source the camera is powered from the AC source and not by the batteries i Insert the power plug and connection cable securely If the plug or cable works loose during recording the dat
8. Bump Fe Close the card door e Never remove the SmartMedia memory card while data is being recorded or erased The data stored on the card could be lost or damaged e When the SmartMedia memory card has been removed place it in the antistatic case supplied or other protective cover Formatting a SmartMedia Memory Card Before using a new SmartMedia memory card or a SmartMedia memory card that has been used on another device such as a PC you need to format initialize it with the camera e Formatting will erase all the files recorded on the SmartMedia memory card including protected files Do not format SmartMedia memory cards on a PC e The SmartMedia formatted by other devices may not be used 33 Insert the SmartMedia memory card and slide the power switch to turn on the camera D Inserting a SmartMedia Memory Card p 32 Turning On the Camera p 41 Set the mode dial to SETUP The setup menu will be displayed Press the V or A button to select FORMAT and press the ENTER button Press the V or A button to select FORMAT MEMORY CARD and press the ENTER button Press the shutter release button The FORMATTING message is displayed while the camera is formatting the SmartMedia memory card When formatting is completed the setup menu will reappear Turn the mode dial to choose another mode DATE SETTING P IR a C a D aa KEEP SETTINGS BEEP SO
9. Wrist Strap Attach the wrist strap provided to prevent the camera from being dropped during use Pass the small loop of the strap through the wrist strap eyelet and pass the other end through the loop as illustrated amp Do not swing the camera around by its strap 26 Powering the Camera This section explains how to load the batteries AA alkaline batteries into the camera and how to connect the AC adapter to power the camera from a household electrical outlet Loading the AA Batteries Mount AA batteries and operate the camera e If you use commercial batteries use of rechargeable AA batteries nickel cadmium or nickel metal hydride batteries is recommended Rechargeable Batteries e Before using commercially available rechargeable AA Ni Cd or AA Ni MH batteries read the safety precautions in the accompanying manual peyeys Bump Fe Use only the specified AA batteries e Never use batteries of an unrecommended type such as manganese battery as this could damage the camera or LCD monitor and cause them to fail e Certain types of batteries may become hot after an extended period of use Allow them to cool before unloading them Do not use commercially available batteries that are designed for specific kinds of equipment such as those marked For CD players only in this product e When purchasing batteries read the battery instructions carefully to make sure that th
10. button Video Input DISPLAY button Output switch RS 232C AUX Terminal USB cable can be connected Reset Button Power Supply Terminal Video Output Terminal p 77 DC Input p 30 10 Bottom External Flash Synchro Socket Brightness Adjustment Dial for the LCD monitor p 37 Wrist Strap Eyelet p 26 Tripod Screw Hole Battery Cover p 28 E AC Adapter optional AC 3 100V 240V Power Cord Connection Cable E SmartMedia E Remote Control Unit Memory Card optional optional DR 3 Contact Surface ERASE FWD PROGRAM Write Protect Area Label Position 11 Explanation of LCD Monitor Displays The LCD monitor or the LCD panel displays symbols and figures showing the status of your digital camera such as the battery level the number of pictures that can be taken and the mode settings LCD Monitor E Recording Mode Displays Redeye reduction mode p 66 Flash Mode p 55 e Flash Off Mode Forced Flash Mode 4 e Slow Synchro Mode 4 flashing Auto Flash Mode 4 Recording Mode p 44 White Balance Indicator p 59 e Auto no symbol e Dayl e Fluo ight Mode e Cloudy Mode Overcast Mode lt gt e Tungsten Light mode rescent Light Mode IN CARD internal card memory p 42 e Internal memory SmartMedia Z
11. canceled by pressing ABORT ENTER CANCEL MENU the MENU button Messages are displayed during recording so press the ENTER button 49 Important e Do not open the battery cover or card cover or disconect the AC adapter while images are stored to the internal memory of the camera or while images are being recorded Turning the power on and off rotating the mode dial or changing the image quality sometimes increases the number of frames remaining The flash does not fire in the Text mode Depending on the image quality mode the maximum number of frames that can be exposed continuously in the Quick shooting mode is as follows Recording mode F mode N mode E mode 1800 x 1200 3 frames 5 frames 8 frames 900 x 600 7 frames 14 frames 29 frames This is the maximum number of frames that can be exposed continuously at one time Photographs can be taken continuously depending on the number of frames remaining in the smart media and built in memory e The continuous mode cannot be used when the total number of file names reaches 9999 Format the smart media or the built in memory before attempting to take more photographs fips Using the Camera for Extended Periods of Time The camera will switch off automatically auto power off to conserve the battery if it is left idle no buttons switches or other controls operated for fixed time When you require more time to compose a shot disable the
12. on and off The camera power can also be turned on and off by using the DISPLAY button When the DISPLAY button is pressed for 2 sec or more with the mode dial set to gg the power will be turned on Pressing the DISPLAY button again will turn the power off Set the DISPLAY button beforehand See Using the DISPLAY Button to Turn the Power On and Off p 112 41 ths Auto Power Off The camera will turn off automatically auto power off to conserve the battery if it is left idle no buttons switches or other controls operated for fixed time To resume use turn the power on again You can disable the auto power off mode See Auto Power Off Setting p 103 O The auto power off mode does not function when the camera is powered by an AC adapter If the keep settings function is enabled the flash exposure compensation white balance recording mode date imprint language card in S mode settings focus soft mode and auto bracket in effect just before the camera was turned off are saved See Keep settings p 104 Selecting IN CARD Internal memory SmartMedia memory card Memory Select whether to record photo files in internal memory or on the SmartMedia memory card mounted in the camera E Switching Modes The mode screen changes in the following sequence as you switch the recording destination Internal memory SmartMedia memory card When the SmartMedia m
13. property The symbols and their meanings are explained below Warning A Caution This symbol indicates matters that may lead to death or serious injury if ignored or incorrectly handled This symbol indicates matters that may lead to injury or physical damage if ignored or incorrectly handled Sample Warnings Q The symbol alerts you to actions that must be performed 9S The Q symbol alerts you to prohibited actions The symbol may be combined with other symbols to indicate that a specific action is prohibited Examples Do not touch Q Do not disassemble Observe the following precautions to ensure safe use of this equipment Warning irregularity such as the equipment emitting smoke or a strange smell Remove the batteries as soon as possible being careful to avoid electric shocks or burns If you are drawing power from a household electrical outlet be sure to unplug the power cord from the outlet to avoid fire or electrical hazards Discontinue use of the equipment immediately if it is malfunctioning Contact the nearest service center at your earliest convenience OQ Turn off the power immediately in the event of Warning Q Turn off the power immediately if any metallic object water liquid or other foreign object gets into the equipment Remove the batteries as soon as possible being careful to avoid electric shocks or bur
14. soft dry cloth E Handling Precautions SmartMedia Memory Cards e Never remove the SmartMedia memory card while data is being recorded or erased Do not bend subject to strong force or shock or drop the SmartMedia memory card e Avoid using or storing SmartMedia memory cards in environments that are subject to static electricity or electrical interference Avoid using or storing SmartMedia memory cards in environments that are subject to high temperature and humidity where dust accumulates or in atmospheres where corrosive substances are present e Keep the contact surface of the SmartMedia memory card clean and free from dust and foreign matter Should the contact surface get dirty wipe it clean with a soft dry cloth e 31 Keep the SmartMedia memory card slot free from dust and foreign matter e To avoid possible hazards keep SmartMedia memory cards away from flames and do not dispose of them in fire SmartMedia memory cards have a limited service life Cards that have been used over an extended period of time may fail to record additional files Data Data recorded on a SmartMedia memory card may be lost by improper handling by the customer or a third party by being subjected to electricity or electrical interference or during camera malfunction or repair Ricoh Co Ltd assumes no liability for damages incurred by such loss of recorded data Do not remove the batteries from the camera turn off the c
15. 0 Bunooys pavueapy e When the flash fires the flash lamp red will light when the release button is pressed lightly e When the flash is being recharged the flash lamp will flash and the display will disappear from the LCD monitor Photographs cannot be taken at this time How to Cancel a mode Press the Flash button and switch to another mode Press the release button to take the O T T i 55 When using the flash for nearby subjects approx 0 4m 16 inches or 56 less the light from the flash may appear to be reddish in some cases This also causes overexposure so the subject may appear whitish in the photograph At such times select the No Flash mode The shutter speed will automatically become slower in dark places In such cases either grip the camera firmly or mount the camera on a tripod to prevent hand jitter Exercise special care when using Tele cA Using external flash Recommended product TOCAD COMPANY LIMITED SUNPAK Auto 544 USA SUNPAK G4500 Europe and Asia Usage and connection cautions e Exposure is determined by the external flash setting Camera exposure compensation settings have no effect e Flash output is determined by the external flash setting Photographed images can be checked using the LCD monitor If exposure is incorrect adjust the F value of the external flash and re photograph e When the external flash is on it will fire regardless of the fla
16. ARD IN button to select the playback destination Press the V or A button to select a file you wish to view The multi image and zoom playback features allow you to view several image files at once or magnify an image p 80 81 22 Erasing Files p 94 97 Slide the power switch on and set the mode dial to TJ Press the CARD IN button to select the destination to be erased Press the V or A button to select the erase mode and press the ENTER button Remember that files cannot be restored once they are erased Before starting to erase a file make sure that you want to erase it SEL ENTER ee If you selected ERASE SINGLE IMAGE O Press the V or A button to select a file you want to erase and press the shutter release button ee If you selected ERASE ALL IMAGES O Press the shutter release button ERASE ALL IMAGES START 2 ARECEASE CANCEL MENU If you selected ERASE SELECTED IMAGES O Press the V or A button to select a file you want to erase and press the ENTER button Repeat step as needed to erase additional files at a time And press the ENTER button again to cancel the erasure setting Press the shutter release button not 4 A a T S ERASE SELECTED IMAGES START RELEASE CANCEL MENU SEL ENTER 23 24 GETTING STARTED Before
17. D monitor displays the message WAITING The LCD monitor displays nothing 15 E Error Displays and Contents When one of the following errors appears on the LCD panel on top of the camera body check the contents and take appropriate action Error display Contents Reference page E 0 Slide the power switch on the camera body E 1 to turn the power source being used E 2 battery AC adapter off and then on again E 3 If a battery is being used replace the J E 4 battery with a new one E 5 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 16 Menus This camera features four menus which can be used to enter or change the settings for recording playing or erasing image files E SET UP Menu With the camera turned on set the mode dial to SET UP To cancel the setup menu turn the mode dial to select another mode FORMAT DATE SETTING KEEP SETTINGS BEEP SOUND ON AUTO POWER OFF 1 MIN LANGUAGE VIDEO OUT MODE VERSION EA C ES AAN TENGLUSH NTSC SEL ENTER LCD CONFIRMATION LCD SETTING INITIALIZE SETTING PASSWORD SEQUENTIAL TETEE NO aker DISPLAY gt POWER SEL ENTER FORMAT csseeceeee DATE SETTING KEEP SETTINGS BEEP SOUND
18. OLDER DPOF cscssseeseeeeeeee SECRET csseseseeees Erase Menu With the camera turned on set the mode dial to WI mode dial to another mode MENU ERASE ON ERASE SINGLE IMAGE ERASE ALL IMAGES ERASE SELECTED IMAGES ERASE ALL IMAGES SEL ENTER Protected and secret nd press the menu button To Displays an enlanged image p 81 Plays all images automatically within a preset length of time p 82 Protects image files from erasure p 83 Copies shot images from internal memory to a SmartMedia memory card and vice versa p 84 Displays files recorded with a digital camera other than RDC 5300 another brand or other Ricoh products except for digital camera RDC 1 RDC 2 P 86 Select this function to generate recorded images for submission to digital printing services or other applications p 87 Sets secret so that files cannot be displayed unless a password is entered p 91 To exit the erase menu set the ERASE SINGLE IMAGE Erases selected images one at a time except protected images p 95 Erases all the files from the card except protected images p 96 ERASE SELECTED IMAGES Erases multiple selected images except for protected files at once p 97 files cannot be erased Cer The PC setting on the mode dial is used to transfer image files from the camera to a PC 19 Basic Operation Quick Reference This section pro
19. RICOH RDC 5300 DIGITAL CAMERA x B Operation Manual To ensure correct use of your digital camera read this manual carefully before use Keep the manual handy for future reference Introduction Thank you for purchasing a Ricoh digital camera This manual explains the correct handling procedures and precautions for your camera To ensure the best performance please read the manual thoroughly before using the camera Keep the manual handy for quick future reference Test Shots Check that your camera is recording the images correctly by taking a number of test shots Copyright Reproduction or alteration of copyrighted documents magazines music and other materials other than for personal home or similarly limited purposes without the _consent of the copyright holder is prohibited Exemption from Liability Ricoh Co Ltd assumes no liability for failure to record or play back images caused by malfunction of the digital camera Ricoh Co Ltd Warranty This product is manufactured to local specifications and the warranty is valid within the country of purchase Should the product fail or malfunction while you are abroad the manufacturer assumes no responsibility for servicing the product locally or bearing the expenditure incurred therefor Radio Interference Operating the digital camera in the vicinity of other electronic equipment may adversely affect the performance of both de
20. TION MONOCHROME INTERVAL MODE BACK MENU 2 h SOFT MODE S MODE AUTO BRACKET BACK MENU SEL OR ROE OF ENTER 18 RECORDING MODE 0ccccsssseseeeeeee WHITE BALANCE Exposure compensation FOCUS ceseseseeeee DATE IMPRINT Switches between recording modes such as text quick shooting and still picture p 44 Switches between the white balance settings p 59 Sets the exposure compensation p 57 Switches between auto focus and manual focus p 63 Records images with date p 65 REDEYE REDUCTION MONOCHROME INTERVAL MODE SOFT MODE Reduces the red eye when shooting live subjects with flash p 66 Records images in Black amp White or sepia p 67 Switches interval time lapse setting on and off p 68 Smooths the contours of the image p 70 Sets the shutter speed to a faster setting for shooting in dim light p 71 Three frames are exposed one frame at the current exposure compensation value one at 0 5EV and another at 0 5EV p 72 E Play Menu With the camera turned on set the mode dial to a exit the play menu press the menu button again ZOOM PLAYBACK ZOOM PLAYBACK AUTO PLAYBACK PROTECT Cc S AUTO PLAYBACK OPY ELECT FOLDER DPOF SECRET PROTECT onsaaansaannnnn BACK MENU START ENTER COPY iiias SELECT F
21. UND ON AUTO POWER OFF 1 MIN LANGUAGE ENGLISH VIDEO OUT MODE NTSC VERSION SEL ENTER MENU FORMAT FORMAT MEMORY CARD FORMAT INTERNAL MEMORY BACK MENU FORMAT MEMORY CARD SEART cee FUE iE Ais CANCEL MENU A SmartMedia memory card with a write protect pad attached to it cannot be formatted Remove the pad to format the SmartMedia memory card 34 Before You Start Recording This section explains the initial camera adjustments and pointers you should know before starting to record pictures Setting the Date and Time The date and time are recorded when you shoot a picture You will need to adjust these settings when you first use the camera and each time you change time zones on trips Use the yy mm dd format to set the date Time is displayed in the 24 hour clock format Midnight is expressed as 00 00 and noon as 12 00 p ues umg Slide the center button of power switch to turn on the camera Turning On the Camera p 41 Set the mode dial to SETUP The setup menu is displayed e To cancel the operation turn the mode dial to another mode Press the V or A button to select DATE SETTING DATE SETTING E p Ta NAS KEEP SETTINGS VIDEO OUT MODE VERSION IMPRINTING MODE DISPLAY SB bo ENTER 35 O Press the DISPLAY button to select the date display method There are three methods available to
22. Using the Camera sscsssseeeseeeesees 26 Checking the Package Contents 000 26 Attaching the Wrist Strap ccsssssseeesees 26 Powering the Camera sssccssesseesseeseeeeneeeeeeees 27 Loading the AA Batteries cccsssseeeeseseeee 27 Using an AC Adapter csccescesseeeseeseeeees 29 SmartMedia Memory Cards s seseesseenseeeees 31 What is a SmartMedia Memory Card 31 Inserting a SmartMedia Memory Card 32 Formatting a SmartMedia Memory Card 33 Before You Start Recording ccsecsseeeeseeeeeee 35 Setting the Date and Time cssseeeeees 35 Adjusting the LCD Monitor Brightness 37 How to Hold the Camera ccccccsscssssssssessseees 37 Before Using the Camera Checking the Package Contents Check that your digital camera comes complete with all the accessories listed below Read the warranty card and keep it in a safe place Digital camera orisii poo aaae an 1 e Video interface cable seeen 1 SOIL CASC theta cider a ra eee 1 e AA alkaline batteries oo ee eeeseeeeeneeeenees 4 WIISTSUADEs eheiie iit etre etageic Bite aides 1 e Operation manual this manual eee 1 Warranty Card zi 2c esi nauieds cies 1 e PC connection cable RS 232C eee 1 e Macintosh cable AUX scese 1 s USB CADE cier saien eadi i baleen 1 e Software CD ROM ecceeeceesteeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeaes 1 Attaching the
23. a may be lost or damaged If you connect or disconnect the AC adapter while operating the camera recording playback or erasing the camera will switch off to determine the power source This may cause the data to be lost or damaged To avoid this connect or disconnect the AC adapter while the camera is turned off 30 SmartMedia Memory Cards This section explains the types and usage of SmartMedia memory cards What is a SmartMedia Memory Card Files are recorded as data on the SmartMedia memory card in your camera The following types of SmartMedia memory card can be used e Capacity cee 2 MB 4 MB 8 MB 16 MB 32 MB 64MB Operating voltage 3 3 V e There are numerous types of SmartMedia memory cards Before using a commercially available SmartMedia memory card check with its manufacturer to be certain is compatible with your camera e By using an optional PC card adapter or floppy disk adapter you can insert a SmartMedia memory card directly into the PC card slot or floppy disk drive of your PC peels Bump E Protecting Against Accidental Writing Attaching a write protect pad to a SmartMedia memory card will prevent accidental erasure or overwriting of recorded files Remove the write protect pad from the SmartMedia LO memory card to record or erase data oe a write protect If the write protect pad gets dirty wipe it clean pad with a
24. amera or connect the AC adapter while data is being recorded on the SmartMedia memory card The data stored on the SmartMedia memory card could be lost or damaged You are advised to copy valuable data from the SmartMedia memory card onto other media such as floppy disks or hard disks Inserting a SmartMedia Memory Card Check that the camera is turned off before inserting the SmartMedia memory card e Cre Slide the power switch to turn the power off before inserting or ejecting smart media otherwise the contents of the smart media may be destroyed and the camera may mulfunction E Inserting Card Check that the camera is turned off and then open the card door Turning on the Camera p 41 Insert the SmartMedia memory card into the card insert slot and close the card door Push the SmartMedia memory card fully into position with the contact surface facing up Contact surface 32 Insert the SmartMedia memory card in the correct direction Do not insert it at an angle The camera will not turn on when the card door is open E Removing Card Check that the camera is turned off and then open the card door Turning on the Camera p 41 Press the button and pull the SmartMedia memory card straight out of the slot Pressing the button will cause the SmartMedia memory card to pop out a little Then pull it straight out of position peyeys
25. auto power off feature Have spare batteries or an AC adapter handy before using the camera for an extended period of time See Auto Power Off Setting p 103 E When Focusing is Difficult You may experience difficulty focusing on the following subjects e Objects with little or no contrast such as the sky white walls and car hoods e Flat two dimensional objects with only horizontal lines and no significant protrusions or indentations e Fast moving targets e Low brightness objects in dark places Strongly backlit objects and objects struck by strong reflected light e Flickering objects such as fluorescent lights When shooting subjects like these focus on another subject that is located at about the same distance and then aim at the target with that focus setting amp Focus Lock Shooting p 62 Focus Mode Shooting p 63 50 tips LCD Monitor Display Function Press the ENTER button to display recording information such as the recording mode picture mode and recordable picture count on the LCD monitor Each time you press the ENTER button the display will switch in the following order Recordable Picture Information Display Count Display No Display 4 Qk um 12 4 IN 12 E teooxi200 N gt 51 N Buljoous siseg 52 ADVANCED SHOOTING Changing Flash Modes cssscsseseeeseeeeseeenee 54 Changing
26. bient temperature During playback Leave the camera continuously turned on in a playback mode at a 25 C room temperature 28 Approximate Approximate Battery type Recording Time Playback Time Size AA alkaline batteries 60 minutes 90 minutes Ni Cd batteries 1000 mAh 40 minutes 60 minutes Tips to Extend the Recording and Playback Times The battery lives indicated above may decrease depending on the ambient environment In an extremely cold environment warming the batteries by hand for example could allow you to take more pictures Where the ambient temperature is extremely low use of rechargeable Ni Cd batteries is recommend for their cold resistance Choose rechargeable batteries having as high a capacity as possible The capacity rating is marked in the unit mAh Increased use of the flash or zoom feature or the LCD monitor would speed up the exhaustion of the batteries Reduce their usage to a minimum The available picture count tends to increase when they are recorded in the 900 x 600 recording mode Copying or erasing images repeatedly would also accelerate the exhaustion of the batteries Wiping the contacts of the battery and camera body with a soft dry cloth can prolong battery life e You are advised to make spare batteries available when powering the camera from the internal batteries alone The battery symbol lt a when lit indicates that the camera s internal batteries
27. bject within this range when the distance to it is about 0 4 m 1 3 ft and you are using the lens Autofocus Field Located at the center of the viewfinder screen and roughly corresponding to the area shown on the right the autofocus field determines the focal distance E Viewing Through the LCD Monitor Aim the camera at the subject while viewing through the LCD monitor Shooting Scope Frame the subject within the LCD monitor screen Autofocus Field Located at the center of the LCD monitor screen and roughly corresponding to the area shown on the right the autofocus field determines the focal distance T 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 eae JU 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 e The shaded area and dotted lines are shown for illustration purposes only and do not actually appear on the LCD monitor 47 N Bunooys siseg Shooting Still Picture Mode Basic shooting instructions are given below Hold the camera correctly to keep it steady Aim the camera at your subject Set the wide angle and use macro mode to shoot subjects closer than 40 cm 15 8 inches Macro Shooting Close up Shooting p 73 Press the V or A button to set the size of the subject D Setting the Size of the Subject Zoom p 46 How to View Images on the LCD Monitor p 47 Press the sh
28. ckly scroll through the een frames O Press the shutter release button to shoot the subject m 12 When you press the shutter release button AE CARENE lightly halfway the LCD monitor switches to a normal display Press down the shutter release button fully to shoot the subject When the shooting ends the setup menu is displayed again on the LCD monitor To accept the new adjustment level press the ENTER button to cancel it press the MENU button to return to the record menu Then press the menu button once again to exit the record menu How To Cancel the Exposure Compensation Setting Follow the above procedures and set the compensation level to 0 0 in step e To save the exposure compensation setting set Keep Setting mode See Keep Settings p 104 Three frames will be exposed continuously one at the exposure compensation value one at 0 5EV and one at 0 5EV This function is convenient for checking the exposure compensation value setting See Using Auto Bracket p 72 EV 0 5 58 Changing the White Balance Mode The white balance mode adjusts the white balance so that you can capture your subject in its natural colors regardless of the light source The auto mode will suffice in most situations The auto mode automatically adjusts the white balance based on the white areas ensuring that white is reproduced as white regardless of the light source Consequentl
29. display the date as follows 1999 5 15 gt May 15 1999 gt 15 May 1999 Each time you press the DISPLAY button the display method is switched from one position to the next in the sequence shown above Press the DISPLAY button to select the desired date display method Press the ENTER button The date setting menu is displayed e To cancel the operation and return to the setup menu press the MENU button Q Press the W and A buttons to change the blinking numeral Pressing the up A button increments the numeral pressing the down Y button decrements the numeral Keep pressing the button changes the digit fast Press the ENTER button to flash the digit you want changed Repeat steps and above to make necessary corrections Each time you press the ENTER button the flashing digit changes from year to month day hour and minute Press the MENU button to cancel the operation After you have set the number of minutes press the ENTER button again The clock gets started and the LCD monitor returns to the SET UP menu Turn the mode dial to select another mode 36 I DA TIE SETTING 1 9 9 9 1 1 ve 0 01 2000 CANCEL MENU SEL ENTER DATE SETTYNG ee sehr eae 1 970 OQ CANCEL MENU SEL ENTER CANCEL MENU SEL ENTER e You can set the time correctly by pressing the ENTER button at the same time as a time signal sounds Th
30. e Text can also be stored to memory To record text clearly blacks are made very black and then the surrounding colors are sensed The frames are stored one at a time e Set Keep Setting to save the recording mode setting See Keep Settings p 104 E Selecting a Recording Mode for the PIC mode This mode is used to record an image Set the mode dial to 43 and press the MENU button The record menu will be displayed e To cancel an operation press the MENU button Press the V or A button to select RECORDING MODE Press the ENTER button to choose the recording mode 1 4 The recording mode changes each time you press the ENTER button Press the MENU button to close the record menu The selected record mode will be displayed on the LCD monitor RECORDING MODE WHITE BALANCE fhe FOCUS DATE IMPRINT REDEYE REDUCTION MONOCHROME INTERVAL MODE BACK MENU fm 1800x1200 N NO Buljoous siseg Setting the Size of the Subject Zoom By pressing the W or A button you can vary the size of the subject on the LCD monitor without changing the distance between yourself and the subject equivalent to 38 114 mm in 35 mm camera format E Zooming In Telephoto Setting Press the A button The subject will become larger telephoto and the zoom indication bar will appear on the LCD monitor Press the A button
31. e self timer button The self timer is now set The self timer will be displayed on the LCD monitor or on the LCD panel How to cancel the mode Either press the selftimer button again or slide the power switch Decide the composition of the picture position the camera securely and press the shutter release button The self timer LED will start flashing and the shutter will be released with an approximate delay of 10 seconds The self timer LED will stay lit for about 2 seconds before the shutter is released and the beep sound will be heard The self timer mode ends automatically when the shutter is released e If the flash is charging the self timer will start when charging is completed oy oo 0000x0000 oO When the release button is pressed the focus is locked 61 ce Bulooys peoueapy Tips Remote Control To operate the camera from a remote position or when the camera is fixed in one spot use the optional remote control unit Focus Lock Shooting Usually the auto focus function focuses the camera on the subject that appears in the autofocus field on the LCD monitor or on the viewfinder If the subject is located outside the autofocus field it may appear blurred in the resulting shot Use the focus lock to ensure accurate focusing on the subject How to View Images on the LCD Monitor p 47 E When to Use the Focus Lock I
32. e button Images thus shot are written to internal memory 8 MB or a SmartMedia memory card 2 4 8 16 32 64 MB Internal memory allow you to take pictures without the need for SmartMedia card e Instant playback You can instantly review recorded image files simply by switching to Play mode You can also magnify the images zoom playback or display several images at once 6 image display SmartMedia memory cards let you exchange shot images with your friends Multiple image recording modes The RDC 5300 offers multiple image recording modes to suit your specific photographic needs including F Fine mode which puts the emphasis on image quality N Normal and E Economy mode which allows you to capture more images than any other mode e Wide shooting range The 3 0 x zoom lens allows you to capture subjects in a variety of compositions from close ups to shots with a background Natural colors The white balance feature allows you to capture a subject in its natural colors under any lighting conditions indoors or outdoors e Close ups Macro mode for taking close up shots at distances up to 4 cm 1 6 inches at wide is ideally suited for taking flowers and small objects etc Monitors images on the TV screen Connect the digital camera to a TV set with the video interface cable supplied and you can display your image files on the TV screen You can also connect the camera to a video deck or video printer to dub t
33. e date and time settings are reset if the battery has been removed for about 3 minutes or longer as at replacement Set the date and time again fps How to Verify the Date and Time Press the ENTER button to view the date and time settings in the LCD monitor for verification See LCD Monitor Display Function p 51 Adjusting the LCD Monitor Brightness You can adjust the brightness setting of the LCD monitor Turn the brightness adjustment dial on E the bottom of the camera left or right to TOZ adjust the LCD monitor brightness to a ps favorable setting for viewing paues Bum 9 How To Hold the Camera Unintentional movement of the camera during shooting will result in blurred images To keep the camera steady hold the camera in the fashion prescribed below Be particularly careful to keep the camera steady when taking telephoto zoom shots Hold the camera steady with both hands with the elbows lightly touching your body When viewing through the viewfinder With the camera lightly pressed against your head aim it at your subject and look through the viewfinder 37 When viewing using the LCD monitor Hold the camera firmly in both hands and aim it at your subject and look at the LCD monitor Press the shutter release button lightly with your fingertip D Pressing the shutter release button at once with the finger initially apart from it c
34. eeeeteaes 59 Changing the White Balance Mode cecceecesereeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeneeenees 59 Special Shooting Functions ecceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeseeeeeeeeessaeeeeeeereas 61 Using the Self Timer oo ceceeceeceesceeeecseeeeeeeeceaeeseeeeeeseeeaeeeaeeneeeneeeaees 61 Foctis Lock Shooting rrarena iendea eika ee AE A REECE AANA 62 Focus Mode Shooting secceeceeeeeseeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeseeeeeeeeaeeeeeeneeeeeeeaees 63 Date Imprint MOd s vocccscevocascscevecaccnnestenpeysevventeeuca eye crecnedenceadhedeodhedeact 65 Redeye Reduction Mode ccsccssccssseeesesssscesssresseeseseeesseeseneestenens 66 Monochrome Mode Black amp White Sepia ee eeeeeeeeeteeneeeeenees 67 Interval Time lapse Shooting Mode ecceeeeeseeeceeeeeeeeeeeeeneeeeeeenes 68 Using SOET MOQ einnar onnan Yia 70 S Mode Shutter Speed 00 eee eeeeeeeeeesseeeeeeeeeeeeseeeeeeeaeeeaeeeaeeeeeeaees 71 Using Auto Bracket ccf cccacececscutevessicdedetevaeicduretecocvievesetivedstevasstesaceectees 72 Macro Shooting Close Up Shooting ee eeeeeeeeeeeeeneeeeeeeeeeeneeeereeaees 73 Chapter 4 PLAYBACK ERASING Before Starting to Playback Recorded Images cccsssseeeeeeeeees 76 Playback Display sinroro uen riin ateate ia Aeda devon 76 Connecting to a TM airsan rE SES Orana 77 Playing Backa File sicir ieuna araea aatinaa 78 Operation FlOW curna a aE EN 78 Playing an Image File ccscssescssssessseesseeececcevesse
35. elevant items are displayed E 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 Reference Message Status Explanation and Remedy Page Lit Indicates low batteries Have P 27 Ca replacement batteries ready NO CARD Flashing A SmartMedia memory card is out of P 32 position Mount a SmartMedia memory card WRITE Flashing A write protected SmartMedia memory P 31 PROTECTED card is found Remove the write protection label from the card to gain access to it SECRET Flashing The file you are attempting to erase is P 91 FILE a secret file Do not attempt to erase secret files FILE Flashing You attempted to erase a protected P 83 PROTECTED file Unprotect the file before erasing it NO IMAGE Lit There are no files to play Mount a P 32 SmartMedia memory card having files recorded on it UNMATCHED Flashing You attempted to play an unplayable P 76 FILE file FILE Flashing No more files can be recorded P 32 105 NUMBER Format the internal memory or insert a OVER new SmartMedia memory card to continue recording Displayed when the file name becomes Rxxx 9999 during setting the sequential File No SET Flashing The date has not been set Set the P 35 DATE TIME date before starting operations with the camera 13 E Err
36. emory card is inserted the will be displayed E Selecting a Recording Destination Press the CARD IN button and select a recording destination m m The recording destination changes each time the CARD IN button is pressed 42 The selected destination will be displayed on 15 the LCD monitor or on the LCD panel 1800 ib If a SmartMedia memory card is a mounted in the camera when it is turned on the mark appears on the 12 LCD monitor or the LCD panel Enable n ea the save mode to set internal memory as a recording destination See Keep Settings p 104 Selecting PIC Image quality Mode The camera offers six picture PIC modes 0 GM GoM GOB EDES ENN and WB to suit your photographic needs Each mode has its own compression ratio E Switching PIC Image quality Modes The mode screen changes in the following sequence as you switch the PIC mode Buljoous siseg DO 1800N Mode 1800E Mode 900F Mode 1800F Mode 900E Mode 900N Mode The recordable picture count varies as you switch the PIC mode The factory default setting is 1800 N 0 0 E Selecting a PIC Image quality Mode Press the PIC button and select a PIC Image quality mode 0G GoM GOB Euaw EDU EDB
37. es 32 Formatting a SmartMedia Memory Card eccesceeseeseeereeeeeeeeeeneees 33 Before You Start Recording cesceeesceeeeeeeeneeeeeeeeeeeeeteeeetneeeteaeeeaaes Setting the Date and Time eceeeeceeseeeeeeeeeeeeeseeeeeeeeeneeeeeseseeeeneeneee Adjusting the LCD Monitor Brightness How To Hold the Camera cecceecceesesseeeeeeeneeeeeeeeseeeeeeeeaeesaeeneeeeeeaees Chapter 2 BASIC SHOOTING Basic Shooting Atesi eii ee aa a a r aia 40 Operation FOW serrera Ae ensa a aaa ai tede ataata n lorti 40 Turning on the Camera esssssesseissieiseieisieiisiniisiiristieiatisinintnsrennnrnnen 41 Selecting IN CARD Internal memory SmartMedia memory card Selecting PIC Image quality Mode Selecting Recording Mode escceseecesseceeeeeseceeeeeeesseeeaeeeaeeeaeeneeeaees Setting the Size of the Subject Zoom How to View Images on the LCD Monitor ssssssssscecererriee 47 Shooting Still Picture Mode 0 0 eeeeeeceeseeeeeeeeeeeeeeeseeeeeeeeeeeeeseeeeeeaees 48 Chapter 3 ADVANCED SHOOTING Changing Flash Modes ccceeseceeeseeeseeeeeeeeeseeeseeeeeaeeseaeeeeaeeseaeeeaes 54 Changing the flash mode eeceeeeeceeseeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeneeeeeeeeeaeeeeneee 55 Setting the Exposure Compensation cccceeeeeeeeereeeteeeeseeeeeneetenes 57 Setting the Exposure Compensation cecceeceeeesereeereeteeteeeeneeenees 57 Changing the White Balance Mode c ceecceeeeeeseeeeeeeeeeeeeee
38. ey can be used for this product Remove the batteries from the camera if you won t be using it for an extended period of time 27 Check that the camera is turned off and then open the battery cover by pressing the catch and sliding it in the direction shown B Turning on the Camera p 41 Load the batteries Make sure that the batteries are loaded with the positive and negative terminals correctly oriented Do not bring metallic objects such as a needle into contact with the battery contact surfaces or electrical connections Electrostatic damage could result Close the battery cover Close the battery cover until it clicks into position E Economizing on Batteries Use of rechargeable Size AA Ni Cd or AA Ni MH batteries is recommended for most applications If a power source is available nearby you can economize on the batteries by using an AC adapter optional In shooting pictures having the LCD monitor display turned off will give your batteries longer life Shooting and Playback Guidelines The table below gives the approximate recording and playback times that are available with Size AA alkaline batteries as measured under the following test conditions Test conditions During shooting Shoot continuously in a recording mode shoot at an interval of 30 seconds without turning off the camera in the middle with the flash fired 50 at a 25 C am
39. f the subject is not positioned inside the autofocus field on the LCD monitor a blurred image will result since the background not the subject is in focus If an object other than the subject occupies a major portion of the autofocus field the camera will focus on the background producing a blurred image of the people E How to Use the Focus Lock Press the Y 4 or A Q button to set the size of your subject 62 Bring the subject on which you wish to focus into the autofocus field Press the shutter release button lightly and hold it The focus will be locked at this point The focus lamp green will light Decide the composition of the shot by moving the camera with the shutter release button held and then press the shutter release button down fully e You can also use the manual focus to focus on the subject See Focus Mode Shooting p 63 Focus Mode Shooting This camera is capable of three types of focus AF MF SP W Focusing can thus be performed for snapshots landscapes etc in accordance with the photographic conditions AF Focusing is performed automatically MF Focusing is performed manually SP amp Used to photograph s
40. g sound In such cases take the photograph again NO Quick shooting mode As long as the release button is pressed frames will be photographed at the rate of approximately one frame per second The photographed images are temporarily saved to the memory inside the camera and are then recorded when picture taking is completed Picture taking stops when the finger is removed from the release button The images photographed up to that point are temporarily saved to the memory inside the camera When the release button is again pressed the remaining frames will be exposed The images stored inside the camera are recorded when the following occur e When the MENU button PIC button or CARD IN button is pressed e When the mode dial is rotated e When the power is turned off AF lamp and flash lamp blinking When there is no operation for 30 sec after an exposure is made e When the number of frames remaining is zero 0 when all frames have been exposed e When the c mark appears on the LCD monitor Buljoous siseg Still frame mode __ text mode L When the release button is fully pressed a photograph is taken and recorded When set for the image to appear on the LCD monitor the image will first be displayed and then recorded Recording can be started immediately by pressing the W or A button See Changing LCD Confirmation While the image is being displayed on the LCD monitor recording can be
41. he images onto a videotape or make full color prints Transfers images to a PC You can transfer the images onto a PC using software compatible with the digital camera When loaded onto a PC the images can be printed on a color printer or color copier 1 Table of Contents Cameta Featuires nern oan al ee aie 1 Table of Contents ccscecseiccsnnssessecsensessceeesseedannnepecsnnsueneseeneeguereesnenveges 2 Safety Precautions ceeceseeceeseeeeeeeeeeeeceeeeaeeeeeseeeeaeseaeeeeeaeeeeeeeeeaeeaes 5 Parts amp Names 0 0 cecccceceseeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeaeeeeeeaeeeseaeeesenaeeeseaeeeseeaeeeseeaeeenes 10 Explanation of LCD Monitor Displays esceeseeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeneeeneens 12 LCD Monitor LOD Panel svsscicetwiends binds et a egaet iae Chapter 1 GETTING STARTED Before Using the Camera eccceesceeeseeceseeteneeeeeeeseeeseaeeteeeeneetenee 26 Checking the Package Content eseeceeseceresereeeeeeeeeeeeeteeaeeenees 26 Attaching the Wrist Strap cececeeeeceeeeseeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeaeeatenaeeeeaes 26 Powering the Camera 08 Loading the AA Batteries Using an AC Adapter cccceecceseseseeeeesseeeseceeeeaceseeeaeeeeesaeesseeeaeeeaeeaees SmartMedia Memory Cards ccccceecceceseeeeeeseneeeeeeeseeeeeaeeseeeesaeeteas What is a SmartMedia Memory Card 0 cceecseceeeeeseeeeeeeeeeeneeeeneeees 31 Inserting a SmartMedia Memory Card eceeeeeeeeneeeeeeeneeeneeenreeae
42. king mode Either use the scale to set the distance to the subject or focus manually 64 Date Imprint Mode Use this mode to record images imprinted with the date e If the date is not set in the setup menu this function is not available The date is displayed in the format that has been selected with the DATE SETTING option in the setup menu See Setting the Date and Time p 35 Set the mode dial to and press the MENU button The record menu is displayed e To cancel the operation press the MENU button Press the Y or A button to select DATE IMPRINT WHITE BALANCE Focus 3 DATE IMPRINT i gt REDEYE REDUCTION Q MONOCHROME lt INTERVAL MODE S BACK MENU Q on Press the ENTER button to select aes a between DATE and DATE TIME And RECORD INS MODE n 2 then press the MENU button FOCUS ennn A The date 1999 5 15 is displayed if you have REDEYE REDUCTION chosen DATE or the date and time 1999 5 15 VERY NEMO D 10 12 is displayed if you have chosen DATE ere es TIME Press the shutter release button to shoot the subject m o0 Coni0x0000 0 00000 0000 How To Cancel Date Imprinting Mode Follow the above procedures and select OFF in step Enable the save mode to save the date imprinting mode setting See Keep Settings p 104 65 a
43. l to 6 Press the CARD IN button to select where to record Press the PIC button to select a PIC Image quality mode O Select a recording mode Press t MENU button t amp isplay the record menu and select RECORDING MODE Press the ENTER button to select a recording mode and then press the MENU button to return to the original display Press the 4 V or A button to select the desired size of the subject Observe the position of the subject by looking through the viewfinder or at the LCD monitor Press the shutter release button to record the image 21 Changing the Flash Mode p 54 56 Set the mode dial to 3 m Press the flash mode button to select a flash mode You can choose Flash Off Auto 4 Forced Flash 4 or Slow synchro mode 4 flashing The selected mark will be displayed on the LCD monitor or on the LCD panel Press the shutter release button to record the image Set the mode dial to f3 Press the self timer button The self timer is now set The amp mark will be displayed on the LCD monitor or on the LCD panel Press the shutter release button to record the image The self timer LED will start flashing and the utter will be released after a delay of about 10 seconds Slide the power switch on and set the mode dial to Press the C
44. mode setting press the ENTER button to end operation To cancel press the MENU button to return to the recording menu and then press the MENU button again to exit the recording menu MENU RECORD RECORDING MODE WHITE BALANCE a FOCUS DATE IMPRINT REDEYE REDUCTION MONOCHROME 3 INTERVAL MODE BACK MENU 1800x1200 N amp Even with the same subject colors may vary due to the weather conditions and light source How to cancel the mode Perform the same operations and use step to select Auto white balance In auto mode subjects lacking in white tones may not achieve an appropriate white balance When shooting such subjects add a white object to the composition White balance modes can only be set in recording mode and not in playback mode e The flash will not fire in the following white balance modes daylight fluorescent light tungsten light and cloudy overcast mode Enable the keep settings mode to save the white balance mode setting See Keep Settings p 104 Special Shooting Functions This digital camera offers a variety of shooting techniques in addition to basic photography Using the Self Timer The self timer offers a convenient way to take group pictures with the photographer included Mount the camera on a tripod or a flat secure surface to shoot pictures with the self timer Set the mode dial to 3 and press th
45. ns If you are drawing power from a household electrical outlet be sure to unplug the power cord from the outlet to avoid fire or electrical hazards Discontinue use of the equipment immediately if it is malfunctioning Contact the nearest service center at your earliest convenience Q Avoid any contact with the liquid crystal inside the LCD monitor should the monitor be damaged Follow the emergency measures below in the following circumstances e SKIN If any of the liquid crystal gets on your skin wipe it off and rinse the affected area thoroughly with water then wash well with soap e EYES If it gets in your eyes wash your eyes with clean water for at least 15 minutes and seek medical advice immediately e INGESTION If any of the liquid crystal is ingested rinse the mouth out thoroughly with water Have the victim drink a large amount of water and induce vomiting Seek medical assistance immediately Follow these precautions to prevent the batteries from leaking overheating igniting or exploding e Do not use batteries other than those specifically recommended for the equipment Do not put the batteries in a fire short circuit the terminals or attempt to disassemble heat or recharge them Only nickel cadmium Ni Cd and nickel metal hydride Ni MH batteries are rechargeable e Do not use a mix of battery types Avoid mixing different styles or classifications batteries by different manufacturer
46. or 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 y Error message INTERNAL MEMORY Error Reference Message Explanation and Remedy 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 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 E Initial display SETUP mode The LCD panel appears blank 14 E Displays Appearing during Recording Battery Symbol p 12 29 Recording Destination p 42 e Internal memory SmartMedia memory card a CARD Flash Off N Built in Flash p 55 for WaT aT a aa en OG e Forced Flash 4 e Slow Synchro 4 flashing Auto Flash no mark appearing Self Timer p 61 Recording Da
47. ould result in a blurred image When an image of a subject that has been shot with the camera held in vertical position is played the subject will appear sideways Be careful to keep the camera lens flash and the flash sensor reception window from being covered by your fingers or hair 38 BASIC SHOOTING Basic Shooting ccseccseeeeeseeeeeeeeneeeseeeseeeneeeeneee 40 Operation FIOW ccsseccessseeeeesseeeeesseeeeeeeees 40 Turning on the Camera ssccescseeeseeeeeees 41 Selecting IN CARD Internal memory SmartMedia memory card Memory 42 Selecting PIC Image quality Mode 43 Selecting Recording Mode ssssceeeees 44 Setting the Size of the Subject Zoom 46 How to View Images on the LCD Monitor 47 Shooting Still Picture Mode 0000 48 Basic Shooting This section explains the general flow of shooting operation and provides basic shooting instructions Operation Flow To record an image follow the steps below Turn on the Camera Slide the power switch to turn the camera on and set the mode dial to I p 41 Select IN CARD Internal memory SmartMedia memory card Memory Select the internal memory IN or SmartMedia m p 42 Select a PIC Image quality Mode Choose from six picture modes 00 GS 0M CoB DE ENN and 9B p 43 Select a Recording Mode
48. places Use this mode in places where flash photography is prohibited and in bright indoor settings Auto Flash mode The flash will fire automatically in dark places and where there is backlighting Forced Flash mode Backlighting and strong light can produce dark shadows in photographs of the faces of subjects Use this mode in such situations The flash will always fire regardless of the brightness Slow synchro mode The flash can be fired to illuminate the subject while a slow shutter speed correctly exposes the background Use at indoor parties etc to clearly photograph the subjects while avoiding a dark background Effective Range of the Flash When you shoot with the flash activated the flash has an effective range of about 0 4 to 3 0 m 1 3 ft to 9 9 ft for the telephoto setting and 0 4 to 3 4 m 1 3 ft to 11 2 ft for the wide angle setting The subject will appear dark in the picture if the light from the flash fails to reach it 54 Changing the flash mode Set the Mode dial to 3 Press the Flash button to select the flash mode O 4 4 Light 4 Blink The flash mode will change each time the Flash mode button is pressed Q The flash mode will be displayed on the LCD panel and LCD monitor In the Auto Flash mode however the 4 mark will be displayed only on the LCD monitor This mark will not be displayed on the LCD panel photograph Cooooxooo0
49. s or old batteries with new e Check that the batteries are loaded with the positive and negative terminals correctly oriented e Do not solder the batteries Do not mix rechargeable battery types or use batteries with substantially different charge statuses Warning reach of children to prevent accidental ingestion of harmful substances Consumption of battery fluid is extremely harmful to human beings If swallowed seek immediate medical assistance S Keep the batteries used in this equipment out of the lead to leaks overheating ignition explosions or short circuits Do not use batteries with insulation missing from around the negative terminal S Never use batteries in the following condition as this could Positive Terminal Outer Casing Never use batteries with insulation missing in these areas Negative Terminal Do not use batteries with outer casings that are damaged or missing Keep the equipment out of the reach of children Their inability to read and understand warnings and safety precautions may lead to accidents they become exposed as a result of being dropped or damaged The high voltage circuitry in the equipment could lead to an electric shock Remove the batteries as soon as possible being careful to avoid electric shocks or burns Take the equipment to your nearest dealer or service center if it is damaged
50. sh mode to which the camera is set e When the Quick shooting mode is used continuous photography may not be possible when the flash is charging and under certain photographic conditions e It is recommended that the camera flash be used for close up photography e Clip on type flashes cannot be connected Use a flash that can be attached using the tripod socket Do not apply excessive force when connecting When connecting an external flash adjust the end of the sync plug so that it can be firmly connected Setting the Exposure Compensation As long as the subject is centered in the shooting range you can take the picture normally as the camera will automatically adjust the exposure compensation for backlighting If there is a significant difference in brightness between the background and subject however the subject tends to be under or over exposed Exposure compensation is useful in this situation You can also use exposure compensation to produce intentionally under or over exposed images Exposure Compensation Range 2 0 EV in 0 5 EV steps Shooting Against the Light The bright background will make the subject appear under exposed Set the exposure compensation level to a positive value to adjust the exposure If the subject is not centered in the shooting range when taking a picture against the light the camera will not assume that the subject is in a backlit state Exposure compensation is required in this situa
51. sseesccoeeseseeseseessoees 79 Multi Image Playback 0 0 0 eee eee e cee cesses eseaeeeseeseeeseeeeeaeeeeeeaes 80 ZOOM PlAYVDACK wie cceeesccveecevest Soveeaseceveecesseesusivesesuvsecvancussdiveressetrdvenwesetoeee 81 AUTO PlAYDACK cissessicceoseetarceticeennsenesedpeesedicesoarseeseubnecutSasscqoatestirnessstnes 82 Protecting a File ee eeeeceeeeeceeceeeeeceeeeeseeeeeeeeaeeeeesaeeeeeeeaeeeeeenaeeeeesaeees 83 Copying Files ee eee eeeeeeceeeeeeeeeeeeeeseeseeeaeeneeeaeeees 84 Playing a File Shot with Another Brand of Camera 86 Setting DPOF Direct Print of File eee 87 Setting a Printing Service Miata nara 87 Setting Secret Fjer a r ee a a raana aa areae aaea itakaa 91 Erasing a File Image acc naa Ae Lee 94 Operation FOW c s18 ieee an aia eh ea 94 A T T 95 Erase All MAGS u cicccccsccesscctsencvesecveddsesenesedscdssecebecetsstcstettessesndaieeienseses 96 Erase Selected Files Images e cceseeceeeceeeteeeeeseeeeaeeeneeeeeeeeeneeenees 97 Chapter5 MISCELLANEOUS Transferring Images to a PC ceeeeeeeeeeeneeeeeeeeeneeeeeeeeseeeeeeaeeseaeeesaees 100 Changing Camera Settings cccceecceseseeeeneeeeseeeeneeeeneeeeneeeseaeeeseees 102 Beep Sound Setting 0 cee cecesecceseeceeseeseeeeaeeeaeeeeeceeeeeeaeeeeeseeeeaeeeaeees 102 Auto Power Off Setting eceeceeceeeeceeereeeeeeeeeeeaeeeeeseeeeeeaeseeeeaeeaeees 103 Keep Settings iiaia cea ene as 104 Formatting Internal Memory
52. ta Indicator Displays the available picture count PIC Mode p 43 1800 900 Fine Mode F 1800 900 Normal Mode N 1800 900 Economy Mode E Redeye Reduction Mode p 66 e The recording information indicator uses the letter L to designate the 100s place in the remaining number of files when it is 1 000 or more In shooting with the digital zoom function enabled only F N or E is displayed as a PIC mode Displays Appearing during Playback Erasure Battery Symbol p 12 29 Source for Playback p 76 79 e Internal memory m SmartMedia memory card z my Lin 1800 a CARD PIC Mode p 43 1800 900 Fine Mode F 1800 900 Normal Mode N 1800 900 Economy Mode E e Either CARD or IN is displayed for files recorded on any other digital camera such as a digital camera from the RDC 300 RDC 4000 Family Ricoh or one of non Ricoh make The PIC mode is not displayed when the multi image playback or erase function is enabled Displays Appearing during Communication Communication Mode On an RS 232C cable connection Battery Symbol p 12 29 Recording Destination _ p 42 Internal memory m SmartMedia memory card CARD __ caro Lin J Ona USB cable connection Battery Symbol p 12 29 eed gt w EE im The LC
53. the flash mode cssesseeeeeeees 55 Setting the Exposure Compensation 57 Setting the Exposure Compensation 57 Changing the White Balance Mode 59 Changing the White Balance Mode 59 Special Shooting Functions ccsssseeeeees 61 Using the Self Timer ccescceseeeeseeeeseeenees 61 Focus Lock Shooting cssecesesseeeseeneeeeee 62 Focus Mode Shooting csscseseseeeesseneees 63 Date Imprint Mode cccsssseessseeeesseeeeeseneeee 65 Redeye Reduction Mode c sssssssseeeereeeees 66 Monochrome Mode Black amp White Sepia 67 Interval Time lapse Shooting Mode 68 Using SOFT Mode ssccssseseeeeeseeeeeseeeneeeneee 70 S Mode Shutter Speed sseccsssseeeeeeees 71 Using Auto Bracket cccsessesssseeeessseerenseseee 72 Macro Shooting Close up Shooting 73 Changing Flash Modes This section explains how to change the flash mode Switch the flash mode to meet your photographic needs E Flash Modes The mode screen will change in the following sequence as you switch the flash mode Flash Off Mode Auto Flash Mode Forced Flash Mode Slow Synchro Mode iy 12 tn m 12 4 w 12 gt gt pA m 2 The factory default setting is flash off mode Flash off mode The flash will not fire even in dark
54. tion Shooting a White Image If you shoot an image that appears generally white the shot will be under exposed as a whole with people appearing dark and white objects appearing gray Set the exposure compensation level to a positive value to adjust the exposure Shooting a Black Image If you shoot an image that appears generally black the shot will be over exposed as a whole with people appearing white and black objects appearing gray Set the exposure compensation level to a negative value to adjust the exposure Follow the same procedure when shooting a person under a spotlight for example Setting the Exposure Compensation Set the exposure compensation level Set the mode dial to 3 and press the MENU button The record menu will be displayed e To cancel the operation press the MENU button Bunooys psoueapy Press the V or A button to select Exposure Compensation and press the HARE eA nih ENTER button FOCUS PAU X DATE IMPRINT SOF The exposure compensation settings menu will REDEYE PEBUGTION Oz TOF MONOCHROME be displayed INTERVAL MODE BACK MENU To cancel the operation and return to the record menu press the MENU button Press the W or A button to change the compensation level Pressing the A button increments the number of frames Pressing the W 4 button I decrements the number of frames Keep the Zen button depressed to qui
55. to adjust the subject size to your liking E Zooming Out Wide Angle Setting Press the Y button The subject will become smaller wide and the zoom indication bar will appear on the LCD monitor Press the W button to adjust the subject size to your liking Digital Zoom Function If you keep the A CAD button for at least 2 seconds when the lens is set at the maximum telephoto position the digital zoom function is triggered to add an enhanced telephotographic effect to your shot To disable the digital zoom function press the W 4 button When shooting a frame appears on the LCD monitor as shown on the right delineating the scope of the digital zoom At playback the shot will be played back in the same way as a normal shot Keep the button pressed for 2 seconds e Only the screen which is displayed on the LCD monitor is available Press the DISPLAY button to display the screen e When the digital zoom function is enabled shots taken will be recorded in 46 640 x 480 pixel format How to View Images on the LCD Monitor Check the position of your subject by looking through the viewfinder or at the LCD monitor E Viewing Through the Viewfinder Aim the camera at the subject while viewing through the viewfinder Shooting Scope Frame the subject within the viewfinder Short Distance Correction Frame Compose your su
56. ubjects at larger than life size with normal macro photography using wideangle in focus subject distance approx 4 0cm 40cm Bulooys peoueapy Se 63 Set the MODE dial to and then press the MENU button The Recording menu will appear e Press the MENU button to cancel the operation e Press the up A or down M button to MENU RECORD select FOCUS a EARL WHITE BALANCE self FOCUS DATE IMPRINT REDEYE REDUCTION MONOTONE MODE INTERVAL MODE BACK MENU Press the ENTER button to select the type of focus MF SP amp and then RECORDING MODE press the MENU button Focus DATE IMPRINT REDEYE REDUCTION MONOCHROME 4 INTERVAL MODE BACK MENU O To make the subject appear larger press the up A or down Y 4 button In the case of MF press the release button lightly Use is not possible with SP Press the release button to take the picture In the case of MF infi use the up A or down Y button to focus and then press the release button to take the picture How To Cancel Focus Modes Follow the above procedures and select AF in step Enable the keep settings to save the Focus mode setting See Keep Settings e When the AF focusing mode is used to photograph in dark locations the auto focus lamp and focus display SP W on the LCD monitor will blink and focus will be locked in the blin
57. utter release button lightly with your fingertip The shutter release button works in a two step action When you press it lightly halfway the autofocus function is triggered to focus on the subject automatically Keep the camera as steady as possible during this step to ensure correct focusing The AF indication LED green will light when the subject is in focus The focus exposure and white balance settings are set at this point When the flash lamp lights When the flash fires while taking photographs in dark places etc the flash lamp will light red when the release button is pressed lightly During charging the flash lamp will blink and the display on the LCD monitor will disappear Photographs cannot be taken at this time 48 A flashing AF indication LED indicates that the subject is out of focus If this occurs use the focus lock function See Focus Lock Shooting p 62 If the SLOW SHUTTER message appears on the LCD monitor you are recommended to shoot with the flash enabled or in S mode to avoid camera shake that tends to occur in this situation See Changing Flash Modes p 55 and S Mode Shutter Speed p 71 O Press the shutter release button down fully without removing your finger A beep will sound and the picture will be taken If the camera is moved before the buzzer sounds blurring may occur e If recording fails the buzzer will produce a beepin
58. vices In particular operating the camera close to a radio or television may lead to interference If interference occurs follow the procedures below Move the camera as far away as possible from the TV radio or other device Reorient the TV or radio antenna Plug the devices into separate electrical outlets p e This publication may not be reproduced in whole or part without the express written permission of Ricoh 1999 Ricoh Co Ltd All rights reserved e Ricoh reserves the right to change the contents of this publication without notice Considerable care was taken in preparing this manual If however you have questions about any part of the manual or note mistakes or inaccuracies please contact us at the address listed on the back cover Microsoft MS and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States of America and other countries Macintosh is a registered trademark of Apple Computer Inc in the United States of America and other countries All trademarked company and product names mentioned in this manual are the property of their respective owners Camera Features 2 300 000 pixel resolution compact camera With a 2 300 000 pixel resolution CCD the compact camera produces high quality high resolution images 1792 x 1200 The camera is so light you can carry it with you anywhere Immediate recording Using the camera is as simple as clicking the shutter releas
59. vides introductory information about the Ricoh RDC 5300 digital camera Further details can be found in the reference pages mentioned below Loading the Batteries p 27 29 Load the batteries into the camera When using an AC adapter connect it to the camera and then to the AC outlet p 29 Make sure that the camera is turned off Open the card door and insert a SmartMedia memory card e Before using a new SmartMedia memory card you must first format initialize it with the camera p 33 Setting the Date and Time p 35 37 Slide the power switch and set the mode dial to SET UP Press the W or A button to select DATE SETTING Press the DISPLAY button to select the display method O Press the ENTER button Press the V or A button to change the flashing digit Press the ENTER button Repeat steps and above to complete the settings Each time you press the ENTER button the flashing digit changes from year to month day hour and minute After you have set the number of minutes press the ENTER button FORMAT DATE SETTING KEEP SETTINGS BEEP SOUND ON AUTO POWER OFF 1 MIN LANGUAGE ENGLISH VIDEO OUT MODE NTSC VERSION IMPRINTING pin OROLO N a a MODE DISPLAY SEL JENTER DA TIE SETTING CANCEL MENU ELS ENTER Basic Shooting Procedure p 40 51 Slide the power switch and set the mode dia
60. w battery Q Contact with fluid leaking from a battery can lead to Plug the power cords securely into the electrical outlets Loose cords pose a fire hazard Do not allow the camera to get wet In addition do not operate it with wet hands Both pose the risk of electric shock Do not fire the flash at drivers of vehicles such as bicycles cars and trains as this may cause the driver to lose control and result in a traffic accident Do not grasp batteries with metallic tweezers as this may form a short circuit and lead to fire or electric shock OO O Safety Warnings for Accessories 2 Safety warnings for the optional accessories such as the AC adapter are contained in the instruction manual provided with each product and should be read thoroughly before operating the equipment Parts amp Names E Camera Body PIC Image quality button p 43 Self Timer button p 61 Flash Mode button p 55 CARD IN button p 42 Mode Dial p 41 Front Shutter Release button p 48 LCD panel Flash p 55 Self Timer LED p 61 Lens Flash Sensor Reception Window Remote Control Reception Viewfinder Flash LED p 61 Back AF Indication LED p 48 ee 6 4 ka LT Zoom button p 46 Bor K a ab CAGE owe POWER Switch p 41 LCD Monitor Card Door p 32 Terminal Cover ENTER button MENU
61. y a subject that lacks in white tones as a whole or that is dominated by dark tones may not achieve an appropriate white balance Change the white balance mode to shoot such subjects Switching White Balance Modes The mode screen will change in the following sequence as you switch the white balance mode Auto Mode no display Daylight Mode Cloudy Mode Overcast Mode Fluorescent Light Mode Tungsten Light Made The factory default setting is auto mode Subjects Difficult to Correct in Auto Mode e Monochrome objects e Objects lit by multiple light sources Changing the White Balance Mode Set the mode dial to 3 and press the MENU button The record menu will be displayed e To cancel the operation press the MENU button ce Bulooys peoueapy Press the W or A button to select WHITE BALANCE and press the ENTER button The setup menu will be displayed e To cancel the operation press the MENU button to return to the record menu Press the V and A buttons to select the white balance mode amp Press the release button to take the 60 photograph When the release button is pressed halfway the normal display will appear Fully press the release button to take the photograph When picture taking is completed the setup menu will return To check the
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