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Operation ManualTo ensure correct use of your digitalcamera, read this manual carefullybefore use. Keep the manual handyfor future reference.

8Chapter 5 MISCELLANEOUSTransferring Images to a PC ... 90Installing Camera Utility Softwar

98e Press the MENU Change button and selectbetween [NTSC] and [PAL].The video system setting is updated.When the setting is complete, set the mode dia

99Miscellaneous5Changing the LCD SettingThe camera comes up with the LCD monitor enabled when it is powered on in arecording mode. You may set the ca

100w Press the ▼ or ▲ button to choose[INITIALIZE SETTING] and press theENTER Select button.e Press the shutter release button.The settings will be re

101Miscellaneous5RELEASEERASEFWDPROGRAMEVMULTIREVENTERUsing the Remote ControlThis section explains how to operate the camera using the optional DR-3

102RELEASEERASEFWDPROGRAMEVMULTIREVENTERRELEASEERASEFWDPROGRAMEVMULTIREVENTER Setting Exposure Compensationq Press the EV (+/–) button.w Set the expo

103Miscellaneous5PlayingUse the remote control unit to play back recorded files.q Set the mode dial on the camera to [ ] and press the MENU buttonto s

104ErasingYou can use the remote control unit to erase a recorded file.• Remember that files cannot be restored once they are erased. Beforestarting t

105Miscellaneous5 Erasing Selected Imagesq Select [SELECTED IMAGES] and press the ENTER button.w Use tthe FWD (왕) or REV (왓) button to select the fil

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APPENDIXAccessories ... 108Handling Precautions ... 109Car

9Camera Features● 2,140,000-pixel resolution compact cameraWith a 2,140,000-pixel resolution CCD, the compact camera produces high-quality, high-resol

108AccessoriesItem Model RemarksRemote Control UnitSmartMedia MemoryCardsDR-3For drawing power directly from a householdelectrical outlet. See “Using

109AppendixHandling Precautions● This camera is not waterproof. Keep away from water, rain, beverages, etc.Consult your nearest Ricoh service office

110Care and Storage Care● Fingerprints or dirt on the lens will reduce performance so take extra care not to getit dirty.● Do not wipe dust or smears

111AppendixBattery dead, improperly installedor missingAC adapter not attached correctlyNo buttons touched so autopower-off function was activatedDead

112Camera not set to still modeCamera set to flash off modeWhite balance mode set tosetting other than autoBatteries deadThe camera is too close to th

113AppendixDead batteryAuto power-off activatedObstruction between the remotecontrol unit and camera sensorDirty remote control transmitter orcamera s

114Using Your Digital Camera inOther CountriesRicoh AC-3 AC adapter• The AC-3 AC adapter adjusts automatically to voltages ranging from 100V to240V AC

115AppendixAbout the Warranty and Servicing1. The Ricoh RDC-6000 camera is backed by a one-year limited warranty.During the warranty period, which sta

116Note• Before sending the camera in for repair, check the batteries and read thisinstruction manual again to ensure proper operation.• Some repairs

117AppendixSpecifications General● Video Signal Protocol : NTSC/PAL● Power Source and Voltage : Batteries: 3.7 volts AC: 5 volts● Dimensions (W × H

10BackParts & Names Camera BodyFrontCancel ButtonShutter Release ButtonMode DialFlash Light ··· P.52Self Timer LED ··· P.59Flash SenserRemote Sen

118● Built-in Flash• Type : Auto• Range : About 0.3 m to 3.0 m• Modes : Off/On (Forced flash/Slow synchro)/Red-eyereduction Image Data Recording and

119AppendixRecording CapacitiesThe table below gives approximate recording picture counts available by SmartMediamemory card capacity and by PIC mode.

120Declaration of Conformity“The Product complies with the requirements of the EMC Directive 89/336/EEC.”Declaration of Conformity“The Product complie

121AppendixINFORMATION TO THE USERUSA FCC Part15 Class BThe equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digitaldevice,

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11 BottomBattery Cover Remote Control Unit(Optional) (DR-3) SmartMedia Memory Card AC Adapter(100V – 240V) Rechargeable BatteryDB-20SmartMedia Me

12Explanation of LCD Monitor DisplaysThe LCD monitor or the LCD panel displays symbols and figures showing the status ofyour digital camera, such as t

13• All items of information are shown for illustration purposes. During actualcamera operation, only the relevant items are displayed. Warning Mes

14Playback/Erasure ErrorMessageExplanation and RemedyReferencePageThe SmartMedia memory card isunformatted. Format the card with thecamera before usi

15Note• Only the Motion Picture mode [ ] , PIC mode [F,N] and battery mark[] are displayed when the motion picture mode is set. Error display and cou

16FORMAT: ... Formats a SmartMedia memorycard.(P.31)DATE SETTING: ... Sets the date and time. (P.33)KEEP SETTINGS:... Saves ca

17RECORDINGMODE: ... Switches between recordingmodes, such as still picture, text,quick shooting (P.43).GRID TEMPLATE ... Sets

IntroductionThank you for purchasing a Ricoh digital camera. This manual explains the correcthandling procedures and precautions for your camera. To

18 Erase MenuWith the camera turned on, set the mode dial to [ ]. To exit the erase menu, set themode dial to another mode.• The [ ] setting on the

19Loading the Batteries (P.25-26)q Load the batteries into the camera.Charge the batteries before loading. (P.27)* When using an AC adapter, connect i

20ShootingSetting the Date and Time (P.33-34)q Slide the power switch and set the modedial to [SET].w Press the ▼ or ▲ button to select [DATESETTING].

21Playback Changing the Flash Mode (P.51-52)q Set the mode dial to [ ].w Press the flash mode button to select aflash mode.You can choose Flash Off ()

22Erasing Erasing Files (P.86-88)q Slide the power switch on and set themode dial to [].w Press the ▼ or ▲ button to select theerase mode and press th

ChapterGETTING STARTED1Before Using the Camera ... 24Checking the Package Contents ... 24Attaching t

24Before Using the CameraChecking the Package ContentsCheck that your digital camera comes complete with all the accessories listed below.Read the war

25Getting Started1Powering the CameraThe following explains how to load and charge the battery and how to use a homepower outlet as the power source.L

26● Recording and playback criteriaThe available recording and playback times under the following measurementconditions are shown in the table below.

27Getting Started1Charging the BatteryWhen using for the first time and when the Battery mark ( ) lights, use the ACadapter and charge the battery.q

1RWarningRCautionomSafety PrecautionsWarning SymbolsVarious symbols are used throughout this instruction manual and on the product toprevent physical

28q Make sure the camera power is turned off, then connect the ACadapter cable to the camera power (DC IN) jack.SeeReference: Page 41 “Turning on the

29Getting Started1SmartMedia Memory CardsThis section explains the types and usage of SmartMedia memory cards.What is a SmartMedia Memory Card?Files a

30SeeContact surface• Keep the SmartMedia memory card slot free from dust and foreign matter.• To avoid possible hazards, keep SmartMedia memory cards

31Getting Started1• Insert the SmartMedia memory card in the correct direction. Do not insertit at an angle. Removing Cardq Check that the camera is

32q Insert the SmartMedia memory card andslide the power switch to turn on thecamera. Set the mode dial to [SET].The setup menu will be displayed.See“

33Getting Started1Setting the Date and TimeThe date and time are recorded when you shoot a picture. You will need to adjustthese settings when you fi

34t Repeat steps e and r above to makenecessary corrections.Note• Each time you press the MENU button, the cursor moves from year tomonth, day, hour a

35Getting Started1Adjusting the LCD Monitor BrightnessYou can adjust the brightness setting of the LCD monitor.q Turn the brightness adjustment dial o

36How To Hold the CameraUnintentional movement of the camera during shooting will result in blurred images.To keep the camera steady, hold the camera

37Getting Started1ImportantNote• Pressing the shutter release button at once with the finger initially apartfrom it could result in a blurred image.No

2RWarningo● Turn off the power immediately if any metallic object,water, liquid or other foreign object gets into theequipment. Remove the batteries a

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ChapterBASIC SHOOTING2Basic Shooting ... 40Operation Flow ...

40Turn on the CameraSelect a PIC (Image quality) ModeShootSet the Size of the SubjectCheck the position of the subjectSelect a Recording ModeBasic Sho

41Basic Shooting2Turning on the CameraSlide the camera power switch to the right to turn the power on.ImportantNote• The camera can be turned off when

42Selecting PIC (Image quality) ModeThe camera offers nine picture (PIC) modes to suit your photographic needs.• / : 1600 × 1200 (F), 1600 × 1200 (N)

43Basic Shooting2Selecting Recording ModeThe camera offers three recording modes – still, text and Quick Shooting. Select themode best suited to your

44r Press the CANCEL EXIT button to closethe record menu.The selected record mode will be displayed onthe LCD monitor.Digital ZoomThe size of the subj

45Basic Shooting2How to View Images on the LCD MonitorCheck the position of your subject by looking through the viewfinder or at the LCDmonitor. View

46ShootingBasic shooting instructions are given below. Hold the camera correctly to keep itsteady.q Aim the camera at your subject.Use macro mode to

47Basic Shooting2Note• A flashing auto focus LED green indicates that the subject is out of focus. Ifthis occurs, use the focus lock function. See “

3RWarning● Please observe the following in order to prevent fire,electrical shock or cracking due to the adapter.• Use only the indicated power supply

48●Depending on the image quality mode, the maximum number of frames thatcan be exposed continuously in the Quick shooting mode is as follows.* This i

49Basic Shooting2TipsLCD Monitor Display FunctionPress the ENTER button to display recording information, such as therecording mode, picture mode, and

50 Special Shooting FunctionsThe various photographic functions are explained below.Recording Motion Picture ModeFour different image qualities can be

51Basic Shooting2Changing the Flash ModeThis section explains how to change the flash mode. Switch the flash mode to meetyour photographic needs.● Fl

52q Set the Mode dial to [ ].w Press the Flash button to select the flashmode ( • • • Blink).The flash mode will change each time the Flashmode

53Basic Shooting2Setting the Exposure Modes Changing the exposure modeTwo exposure modes are available: PROGRAM and AV Mode.PROGRAM: In PROGRAM mode,

54t Press the shutter button to take the picture.Note• Keep setting function can be used to store the exposure mode setting. Exposure Compensation Se

55Basic Shooting2w Press the ▼ or ▲ button to select [+/–]and press the ENTER Select button.The exposure compensation settings menu willbe displayed.e

56Changing the White BalanceThe White Balance mode is a function for adjusting the white balance so that colorbalance is natural under any type of lig

57Basic Shooting2 When AUTO, DAYLIGHT ( ), OVERCAST ( ), TUNGSTEN ( ) orFLUORESCENT ( ) is selected:e Press the ▼ and ▲ buttons to selectWhite Balanc

4RWarningm● Do not use the equipment near flammable gases,gasoline, benzine, thinner or similar substances to avoidthe risk of explosion, fire or burn

58i Press the shutter release button to take the picture. When calibrating the white balance (W/B CALIBRATION)e Press the ▼ and ▲ buttons to select[

59Basic Shooting2Using the Self-TimerThe self-timer offers a convenient way to take group pictures with the photographerincluded. Mount the camera on

60Using Focus Lock to Take PicturesNormally, subjects within the autofocus range as seen in the viewfinder and on theLCD monitor are in focus. Under c

61Basic Shooting2 10:12 2000/05/151600 N17e Press the shutter release button lightlyand hold it.The focus will be locked at this point.The focus lamp

62e Press the ▼ and ▲ buttons to select afocus mode (AUTO, MACRO, AREA,2.5M, INFINITY, MANUAL) and then pressthe ENTER OK button.r Press the CANCEL EX

63Basic Shooting2Using the Grid TemplatesA grid can be displayed as an aid to composing pictures. There are two grid templates.q Set the Mode dial to

64Redeye Reduction ModeIf you shoot a subject, with the flash activated, in a dark place, the eyes of the subjectmay appear red in the resultant pictu

65Basic Shooting2w Press the ▼ and ▲ buttons to select[ISO SENSITIVITY], then press the MENUChange button to select the desiredsensitivity (100, 200,

66Interval (Time Lapse) ShootingPictures can be taken automatically at a specified time interval. The time interval canbe set in 30-sec. increments fr

67Basic Shooting2y When setting is completed, press the ENTER OK button.Return to the Record menu.Press the CANCEL EXIT buttonNote• Interval shooting

5Observe the following precautions to ensure safe use of this unit.RCaution● Contact with fluid leaking from a battery can lead toburns. If part of yo

68Using Auto BracketThis function takes three continuous frames: one each at the set exposure and at–0.5EV and +0.5EV. This feature makes it possible

69Basic Shooting2Adding Image Quality Modes (Image Enlargement)Used for taking pictures with higher image quality. Pictures can be taken at a size of2

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ChapterPLAYBACK3Before Starting to Playback Recorded Images . 72Playback Display ... 72Connecting to a TV ..

72Before Starting to Playback Recorded ImagesThis section explains the preparations for playing back recorded images and how toread the playback displ

73Playback3Full InformationConnecting to a TVConnect the camera to a TV set with the video interface cable supplied to playrecorded image files on the

74Playing Back a FileThis section provides instructions for playing back recorded image files. Operation FlowTo play back an image file, follow the s

75Playback3Playing Back Still Images, Text and Quick ShootingRecorded files containing still images, text and continuous pictures can be playedback.q

76Playing Back Motion PicturesFiles containing moving images can be played back.q Set the Mode dial to [ ].w Use the ▲ and ▼ buttons to select themoti

77Playback3Special Playback FunctionsThe following explains the various playback functions.Multi Image PlaybackMulti-image playback lets you view six

6CONTENTSSafety Precautions ... 1Camera Features ...

78Zoom PlaybackAn image file that is played is displayed x1.5 and twice the height and width of theoriginal.q Set the mode dial to [ ] and press the M

79Playback3Auto PlaybackThis function automatically plays all the files stored on the SmartMedia memory card.Play times of 1, 5, 10 and 30 sec. can be

80How To Cancel the SettingChoose a protected file in step e above and press the MENU button to erase the mark.Protecting a FileYou can protect valuab

81Playback3Setting DPOF (Digital Print Order Format)DPOF is a special feature built into your camera that allows you to assign informationto your imag

82 Specifying the number of printsq Press the ▼ and ▲ buttons to select[STANDARD PRINTS] and then press theENTER Select button.The screen will change

83Playback3 Specifying the number of indexesAll of the files can be reduced and printed. These are called index prints. These areconvenient for makin

84 Canceling DPOF settingsq Press the ▼ and ▲ buttons to select[CANCEL PRINT ORDER], then press theENTER Select button.w Press the shutter release bu

ChapterERASING4Erasing a File (Image)... 86Erase ...

86Erasing a File (Image)This section explains how to erase recorded files. There are three ways to erase files:single file deletion, deletion of all

87Erasing4r Press the CANCEL EXIT button.The erase menu is displayed again.Note• When a lower numbered file is erased, the higher numbers are reassign

7 Special Shooting Functions ... 50Recording Motion Picture Mode ...

88Erase Selected Files (Images)Erases multiple selected image files.q Set the mode dial to [ ].w Press the ▼ or ▲ button to select[SELECTED IMAGES] an

ChapterMISCELLANEOUS5Transferring Images to a PC... 90Installing Camera Utility Software... 90Changing Came

90Transferring Images to a PCYou can transfer recorded files to a personal computer by using a serial or USB cableand software bundled with the camera

91Miscellaneous5Macintosh DescriptionOS 8.1 – 9CPU PowerPC or moreInternal memory 64 MB or more (recommended 128 MB or more)Required memory 2 MB of un

92 Connecting the Camera to a PCUse the cable supplied when connecting the RDC-6000 to a personal computer.q Turn off the personal computer power.w M

93Miscellaneous5Changing Camera SettingsThe various camera settings can be changed in accordance with the method of usage.Formatting SmartMediaNew Sma

94Keep SettingsThe keep settings mode is for preserving settings after the power is turned off. Eachsetting is saved and becomes effective when the c

95Miscellaneous5r Press the MENU Change button to changethe setting to [ON].Keep Setting will be programmed. To programmore items, repeat steps e and

96Note• The initial value is 1 MIN.• Slide the power switch to reactivate the camera if it shuts off in auto power-off mode.• When using an AC adapter

97Miscellaneous5Changing OSD (On-Screen Display) LanguageThe display of data on the LCD monitor can be switched between English, German,French and Jap