Page 2 - Preface
This manual provides information on how to use the shooting and playback functions of this product, as well as warnings on its use.To make the best use of this product’s functions, read this manual thoroughly before use. Please keep this manual handy for ease of reference. Ricoh Co., Ltd. This publi...
Page 3 - Telephone Support Numbers in Europe
UK (from within the UK) 02073 656 580 (from outside of the UK) +44 2073 656 580 Deutschland (innerhalb Deutschlands) 06331 268 438 (außerhalb Deutschlands) +49 6331 268 438 France (à partir de la France) 0800 91 4897 (en dehors de la France) +49 6331 268 409 Italia (dall’Italia) 02 696 33 451 (dall’...
Page 4 - The following two manuals are included with your Caplio 500SE.; Using the Manuals
1 The following two manuals are included with your Caplio 500SE. The camera is provided with the ImageMixer software that allows you to display and edit images on your computer. For details on how to use ImageMixer, click the [?] button on the ImageMixer window and see the displayed manual.For more ...
Page 5 - Key Features
2 Rugged camera body stands up to water, dust and shocks The camera body is water resistant (JIS protection grade 7, IEC IP67), dust resistant (JIS protection grade 6, IEC IP67) and shock resistant when dropped from a height of up to 1 meter. Wide-angle zoom lens can capture wide-angle pictures The ...
Page 8 - Contents; Basic Operations
5 Contents Using the Manuals ......................................................................... 1Key Features ................................................................................. 2Contents ........................................................................................ 5 ...
Page 9 - Various Shooting Functions; Choosing Picture Quality Mode/Image Size; Shooting/Playing Back Movies; Advanced Operations
6 1 Various Shooting Functions 56 Using the ADJ. Button ................................................................. 56 Settings by Mode ....................................................................................56Changing the Text Density (SCENE) .........................................
Page 11 - Displaying a Settings Change Warning; Downloading Images to Your Computer; Using the Bluetooth; About the Bluetooth
8 Displaying a Settings Change Warning (SHTG STGS WARNG.)........................................................ 122 Changing the USB Setting (USB CONNECTION)..................... 123Enlarging Icon Display (ENLGE PHOTO ICON) ....................... 125Registering the Power-on Settings (REG. MY SETT...
Page 12 - Making Advanced Bluetooth; Using the GPS Function; Creating a Communication List and Transferring it; Sending Still Images, Movies, and Sound Files
9 Making Advanced Bluetooth ® Settings...................................... 175 Registering an Authentication Passkey for a Device (PASS KEY) .......175Changing the Number of Discoverable Devices (SEARCH COUNT) ...176Connecting to Several Devices at the Same Time (MASTER/SLAVE) .......................
Page 14 - If you are using the
Basic Operations If you are using the camera for the first time, read this section. Packing List ......................... 12Names of Parts .................... 14How to Use the Mode Dial ... 16LCD Monitor Display ........... 17Getting Ready ...................... 20Basic Shooting .....................
Page 15 - Open the package and make sure all the items are included.; Neck Strap; Packing List
12 If you are u s in g the camera fo r the fi rst ti me, r e ad this secti o n . Open the package and make sure all the items are included. Note --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Attaching the neck strap to the camera Thread the small...
Page 16 - Optional Accessories; Warranty
If you are u s in g the camera fo r the fi rst ti me, r e ad this secti o n . 13 Caution ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Operations are not guaranteed when using a rechargeable battery or battery charger other than that specified in thi...
Page 17 - Camera; Front View; Names of Parts
14 If you are u s in g the camera fo r the fi rst ti me, r e ad this secti o n . Camera Front View Item Name Refer to 1 Shutter Release Button P.34 2 Mode Dial P.16 3 Flash P.39 4 AF Window - 5 Accessory Shoe P.237 6 Viewfinder P.32 7 Terminal Cover P.99, 149 8 Lens P.32 9 Flash Compensation - 10 AF...
Page 18 - Rear View
If you are u s in g the camera fo r the fi rst ti me, r e ad this secti o n . 15 Rear View Item Name Refer to 1 LCD Monitor P.17 2 Auto Focus/Flash Lamp P.35, 39 3 Viewfinder P.32 4 Battery/Card Cover P.25, 27 5 Power Button P.29 6 Z (Wide-angle)/ 9 (Thumbnail Display) Button P.37, 48 7 z (Telephoto...
Page 19 - Mode Dial Symbols and Descriptions; How to Use the Mode Dial
16 If you are u s in g the camera fo r the fi rst ti me, r e ad this secti o n . Turn the mode dial to the desired mode before shooting or recording. 1 Turn the mode dial to the symbol of the function you want to use. Mode Dial Symbols and Descriptions Symbol Function Description 5 Still Image Mode ...
Page 20 - Example of LCD Monitor Display when Shooting Pictures; LCD Monitor Display
If you are u s in g the camera fo r the fi rst ti me, r e ad this secti o n . 17 Example of LCD Monitor Display when Shooting Pictures Item Name Refer to Item Name Refer to 1 Flash P.39 15 Color Depth P.72 2 Macro Shooting P.38 16 Exposure Compensation P.78 3 Self-timer P.45 17 ISO Setting P.81 4 Mo...
Page 21 - Example of LCD Monitor Display During Playback
18 If you are u s in g the camera fo r the fi rst ti me, r e ad this secti o n . Note --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- • The number of remaining shots available may differ from the actual number of shots, depending on the subject. • ...
Page 22 - Battery Level Indication
If you are u s in g the camera fo r the fi rst ti me, r e ad this secti o n . 19 Battery Level Indication A battery mark appears at the lower right of the LCD monitor to indicate the battery level. Recharge the battery before it is depleted or exchange with new batteries. Caution -------------------...
Page 23 - Getting Ready; Turn the power on and get ready to shoot.; About the Battery
20 If you are u s in g the camera fo r the fi rst ti me, r e ad this secti o n . Getting Ready Turn the power on and get ready to shoot. Note --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- • If you have already used this camera, make sure it is tu...
Page 27 - Charging the Rechargeable Battery; The rechargeable battery needs to be charged before use.
24 If you are u s in g the camera fo r the fi rst ti me, r e ad this secti o n . 1 Insert the battery, making sure that the and markings on the battery match those on the battery charger. • The battery label should face up. Caution --------------------------------------------------------------------...
Page 28 - mark to open the cover.; Loading the Battery and SD Memory Card
If you are u s in g the camera fo r the fi rst ti me, r e ad this secti o n . 25 1 Turn the battery/card cover knob toward the M mark to open the cover. 2 Make sure the SD memory card is facing the right way and then push the card all the way in until it clicks. • The rechargeable battery may be ins...
Page 30 - • Insert the AC adapter coupler all
If you are u s in g the camera fo r the fi rst ti me, r e ad this secti o n . 27 1 Turn the battery/card cover knob toward the M mark to open the cover. 2 Lift the latch with the AC adapter coupler and insert the coupler all the way into the battery compartment. • Insert the AC adapter coupler all t...
Page 31 - Disconnecting the AC Adapter; Unplug the power plug from the outlet.
28 If you are u s in g the camera fo r the fi rst ti me, r e ad this secti o n . Caution ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- • Be sure to attach the AC cable and plug the power cord into the outlet firmly. • When you are not using the camer...
Page 32 - To turn the power on:; Using the Camera in Playback Mode; • Pressing the; To turn the power off:; Press the power button.; Turning the Power On/Off
If you are u s in g the camera fo r the fi rst ti me, r e ad this secti o n . 29 To turn the power on: 1 Press the power button. • After the start sound, the auto focus/ flash lamp blinks for several seconds. Using the Camera in Playback Mode • Pressing the 6 (Playback) button for more than one seco...
Page 33 - • The display language is set, and; Setting the Language
30 If you are u s in g the camera fo r the fi rst ti me, r e ad this secti o n . 1 Turn the power on for the first time after purchase. • The language selection screen appears.• To skip language setting, press the MENU/OK button. 2 Press the !" buttons to select a language. 3 Press the MENU/OK b...
Page 34 - • Change the value with; Setting the Date and Time
If you are u s in g the camera fo r the fi rst ti me, r e ad this secti o n . 31 1 Press the !"#$ buttons to set the year, month, date and time. • Change the value with !" and move the frame with #$ . 2 In [FORMAT], choose the date and time format. • Select the date and time format with !...
Page 35 - Basic Shooting; Holding the Camera; Hold the camera as shown below for best results.
32 If you are u s in g the camera fo r the fi rst ti me, r e ad this secti o n . Basic Shooting Now you are ready. 1 Hold the camera with both hands and lightly press both elbows against your body. 2 Put your finger on the shutter release button. Caution ---------------------------------------------...
Page 37 - Shooting
34 If you are u s in g the camera fo r the fi rst ti me, r e ad this secti o n . Quickly Shooting Pictures (Full-press) Full-press the shutter release button for quick focusing, so as not to miss a shooting opportunity. 1 Press the power button to turn the camera on, and turn the mode dial to 5 / K ...
Page 38 - Checking the Focus and Shooting; • The camera focuses on the subject
If you are u s in g the camera fo r the fi rst ti me, r e ad this secti o n . 35 Checking the Focus and Shooting (Half-press/Focus Lock) When you press the shutter release button halfway (Half-press), the auto-focus function is triggered to determine the focal distance. Next, press it all the way do...
Page 39 - • The still image you have taken
36 If you are u s in g the camera fo r the fi rst ti me, r e ad this secti o n . 3 To take a picture with the subject in the foreground in focus against a background, half-press the shutter release button to focus on the subject, and then compose your shot. 4 Gently press the shutter release button ...
Page 40 - angle) button or the; • You can check the zoom status on; Using the Zoom Function; Pressing the
If you are u s in g the camera fo r the fi rst ti me, r e ad this secti o n . 37 1 With the camera ready to shoot, press the Z (Wide- angle) button or the z (Telephoto) button. • You can check the zoom status on the zoom bar of the LCD monitor. 2 Compose your picture and half-press the shutter relea...
Page 41 - Using the
38 If you are u s in g the camera fo r the fi rst ti me, r e ad this secti o n . 1 With the camera ready to shoot, press the N (Macro) button. • N is displayed momentarily at the center of the LCD monitor and then a N is displayed at the top of the screen. 2 Compose your picture and half-press the s...
Page 42 - Flash Modes; Turn the mode dial to; • The flash mode mark is displayed; Using the Flash; Press the
If you are u s in g the camera fo r the fi rst ti me, r e ad this secti o n . 39 Flash Modes 1 Turn the mode dial to 5 / K . 2 Press the F (Flash) button to change the flash mode. • The flash mode mark is displayed momentarily at the center of the LCD monitor and then a smaller mark is displayed at ...
Page 43 - Scene Modes; Shooting with Optimal Settings According; You can use scene mode to select from among five still image
40 If you are u s in g the camera fo r the fi rst ti me, r e ad this secti o n . Scene Modes Note --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- For information on Shooting Setting menu items and function restrictions in scene mode, see “Appendice...
Page 44 - Changing Scene Mode
If you are u s in g the camera fo r the fi rst ti me, r e ad this secti o n . 41 1 Turn the mode dial to 5 . 2 Press the SCENE button. • The scene mode selection screen appears. 3 Press the !" buttons to select the scene mode. 4 Press the MENU/OK button. • The scene mode type is displayed at the...
Page 45 - Using the Skew Correction Mode
42 If you are u s in g the camera fo r the fi rst ti me, r e ad this secti o n . Using the Skew Correction Mode 1 Turn the mode dial to 5 . 2 Press the SCENE button. • The scene mode selection screen appears. 3 Press the !" buttons to select [SKEW COR MODE]. 4 Press the MENU/OK button. 5 Press t...
Page 46 - Shooting in Zoom Macro Mode; • The scene mode selection screen appears.; • The zoom level appears on the LCD monitor.
If you are u s in g the camera fo r the fi rst ti me, r e ad this secti o n . 43 Shooting in Zoom Macro Mode 1 Turn the mode dial to 5 . 2 Press the SCENE button. • The scene mode selection screen appears. 3 Press the !" buttons to select [ZOOM MACRO]. 4 Press the MENU/OK button. 5 Press the Z (...
Page 47 - • The symbol appears on the; Shooting in CALS Mode
44 If you are u s in g the camera fo r the fi rst ti me, r e ad this secti o n . 1 Turn the mode dial to K . • The symbol appears on the screen. 2 Press the shutter release button to shoot the picture. • Images are recorded with [PIC QUALITY/SIZE] set to [N1280].• When the mode dial is set to a mode...
Page 48 - • The Self-timer symbol appears on; Press the shutter release button.; • The focus is locked, and the AF auxiliary light blinks when the; Using the Self-Timer
If you are u s in g the camera fo r the fi rst ti me, r e ad this secti o n . 45 1 Turn the mode dial to 5 / K . 2 Press the t (Self-timer) button. • The Self-timer symbol appears on the screen. • The [10] to the right of the symbol indicates the number of seconds. In this case, if you press the shu...
Page 49 - Playing Back Images; In shooting mode, press the; • The last image you took is; Reviewing the Image You Just Took
46 If you are u s in g the camera fo r the fi rst ti me, r e ad this secti o n . Playing Back Images 1 In shooting mode, press the Q (Quick Review) button. • The last image you took is displayed on the LCD monitor. Note --------------------------------------------------------------------------------...
Page 50 - • The camera switches to playback; Viewing Your Images
If you are u s in g the camera fo r the fi rst ti me, r e ad this secti o n . 47 1 Press the 6 (Playback) button. • The camera switches to playback mode and the last still image you took is displayed. • You can view your pictures in order by using the #$ buttons. • To switch the camera from playback...
Page 51 - The playback screen changes as follows:; • The screen changes to three-
48 If you are u s in g the camera fo r the fi rst ti me, r e ad this secti o n . The playback screen changes as follows: 1 Press the 6 (Playback) button. • The last image you took is displayed. 2 Press the 9 (Thumbnail Display) button. • The screen changes to three- frame view. The large frame at th...
Page 52 - • The screen is divided into 12; Switching to Single-Picture Display; In list view
If you are u s in g the camera fo r the fi rst ti me, r e ad this secti o n . 49 3 Press the 9 (Thumbnail Display) button again during three-frame view. • The screen is divided into 12 frames and the list of still images is displayed. Switching to Single-Picture Display In three-frame view 1 Press t...
Page 53 - • The last image you took is displayed.; • The still image is enlarged.; Magnifying Images; You can enlarge a still image displayed on the LCD monitor.
50 If you are u s in g the camera fo r the fi rst ti me, r e ad this secti o n . 1 Press the 6 (Playback) button. • The last image you took is displayed. 2 Press the #$ buttons to display the still image you want to enlarge. 3 Press the 8 (Enlarged View) button. • The still image is enlarged. Note -...
Page 54 - Deleting Files; • You can change the image for; Deleting a File
If you are u s in g the camera fo r the fi rst ti me, r e ad this secti o n . 51 Deleting Files You can delete unwanted or failed files from the SD memory card or internal memory. 1 Press the 6 (Playback) button. 2 Press the #$ buttons to display the file you want to delete. 3 Press the D (Delete) b...
Page 55 - Deleting Multiple Files at One Time
52 If you are u s in g the camera fo r the fi rst ti me, r e ad this secti o n . 3 Press the !" buttons to select [DELETE ALL]. 4 Press the MENU/OK button. • You will be prompted to confirm that you want to delete all images. If so, press the $ button to select [YES], and then press the MENU/OK ...
Page 56 - • The display indicates that the files
If you are u s in g the camera fo r the fi rst ti me, r e ad this secti o n . 53 6 Press the #$ buttons to select [YES] and then press the MENU/OK button. • The display indicates that the files are being deleted; once finished, it returns to the thumbnail display screen.
Page 57 - Changing the Display with; Maximizing the LCD Monitor Brightness
54 If you are u s in g the camera fo r the fi rst ti me, r e ad this secti o n . Changing the Display with the DISP. Button Pressing the DISP. button allows you to change the screen display mode and toggle the information displayed on the LCD monitor.Each time you press the DISP. button, the display...
Page 58 - Read this section
Advanced Operations Read this section when you want to learn more about the different camera functions. 1 Various Shooting Functions ....................... 56 2 Shooting/Playing Back Movies ............................ 83 3 Recording/Playing Back Sound ............................. 86 4 Other Playb...
Page 59 - Functions That Can Be Assigned to the ADJ. Button; Using the ADJ. Button; Settings by Mode
56 V a rio u s S hoo ting Functions 1 1 Various Shooting Functions You can use the ADJ. button to adjust the exposure compensation, white balance, and other settings with fewer operations. Two functions other than exposure compensation and white balance can also be assigned to the ADJ. button. Use t...
Page 61 - buttons to shift the AF target without moving the; With the camera ready to shoot, press the; Gently press the shutter release button all the way.
58 V a rio u s S hoo ting Functions 1 You can press the ADJ. button during macro shooting and then use the !"#$ buttons to shift the AF target without moving the camera. You can then lock the focus ( G P.35) at the position of the AF target and shoot the picture. This function is useful for shoo...
Page 62 - Press the MENU/OK button in shooting mode to display the; Shooting Setting Menu
59 V a rio u s S hoo ting Functions 1 Press the MENU/OK button in shooting mode to display the Shooting Setting menu. The Shooting Setting menu can be used to set the following shooting settings. When Mode Dial is Set to 5 / K • The settings that can be selected during scene mode are restricted. ( G...
Page 63 - buttons and MENU/OK button to select and set an item.; Using the Menu
60 V a rio u s S hoo ting Functions 1 This explains how to make the settings.Use the !"$ buttons and MENU/OK button to select and set an item. 1 Press the MENU/OK button in shooting mode. • The Shooting Setting menu is displayed. 2 Press the !" buttons to select the desired menu item. • Pres...
Page 64 - Still Images; Choosing Picture Quality Mode/
61 V a rio u s S hoo ting Functions 1 The file size of a shot still image depends on the picture quality mode and image size settings. For movies, choose the movie size. Figures inside the bold frame indicate those shown on the screen. Still Images • In CALS mode, the image size is fixed to [N1280(1...
Page 66 - Shooting with the Antiblur Function
63 V a rio u s S hoo ting Functions 1 This function minimizes camera shake and blurring during shooting. 1 Turn the mode dial to 5 / K . 2 Press the MENU/OK button. • The Shooting Setting menu is displayed. 3 Press the " button to select [ANTIBLUR] and press the $ button. 4 Press the !" butt...
Page 67 - Focusing Modes; Changing the Focusing Mode
64 V a rio u s S hoo ting Functions 1 If you shoot the subject in the default focusing mode, the camera focuses automatically with Auto Focus (AF).Choose from the following five focusing modes. Focusing Modes 1 Turn the mode dial to 5 / K / 3 . 2 Press the MENU/OK button. • The Shooting Setting menu...
Page 69 - Press the shutter release button to shoot the picture.
66 V a rio u s S hoo ting Functions 1 7 Press the # button to display the focus bar. • Each time the # button is pressed, the focus bar and zoom bar appear alternately. 8 Press the z (Telephoto) button or the Z (Wide-angle) button to adjust the focus. • Pressing the z (Telephoto) button adjusts the ...
Page 70 - Light Metering Modes; Changing the Light Metering
67 V a rio u s S hoo ting Functions 1 You can change the metering method (the range to use for metering) used to determine the exposure value.There are three light metering modes. Light Metering Modes 1 Turn the mode dial to 5 / K . 2 Press the MENU/OK button. • The Shooting Setting menu is displaye...
Page 71 - Changing the Edge Quality of Still
68 V a rio u s S hoo ting Functions 1 You can change the edge quality of your still images to either sharp or soft. 1 Turn the mode dial to 5 / K . 2 Press the MENU/OK button. • The Shooting Setting menu is displayed. 3 Press the " button to select [SHARPNESS] and press the $ button. 4 Press the...
Page 72 - Shooting with Multi-Shot
69 V a rio u s S hoo ting Functions 1 With Multi-shot, you can shoot consecutive images.Multi-shot has the following two modes: S (Stream)-CONT With just one full-press of the shutter release button, you can take 16 consecutive shots at intervals of 1/7.5 seconds in about 2 seconds.The 16 still imag...
Page 74 - Viewing an S-CONT or M-CONT Still Image in
71 V a rio u s S hoo ting Functions 1 While a still image (16 frames in an image file) taken with S-CONT or M-CONT is displayed, you can enlarge any one of the 16 frames. You can also switch between frames while viewing the image in enlarged display mode.To view a frame from an S-CONT or M-CONT stil...
Page 75 - Setting the Color Depth
72 V a rio u s S hoo ting Functions 1 You can set the color depth of still images to [VIVID], [NORMAL], [NEUTRAL], or [B&W]. 1 Turn the mode dial to 5 / K . 2 Press the MENU/OK button. • The Shooting Setting menu is displayed. 3 Press the " button to select [COLOR DEPTH] and press the $ butt...
Page 76 - Using Long Time Exposure
73 V a rio u s S hoo ting Functions 1 You can select [1 SEC.], [2 SEC.], [4 SEC.], or [8 SEC.] for time exposure.By using long time exposure, you can capture the movement of moving subjects such as the trail of fireworks and car lights when shooting a night scene. 1 Turn the mode dial to 5 / K . 2 P...
Page 77 - Shooting Pictures Automatically at
74 V a rio u s S hoo ting Functions 1 You can set the camera to automatically take pictures at fixed intervals.You can set the shooting interval from 30 seconds to 3 hours in increments of 30 seconds. 1 Turn the mode dial to 5 / K . 2 Press the MENU/OK button. • The Shooting Setting menu is displaye...
Page 79 - Shooting a Still Image with Sound
76 V a rio u s S hoo ting Functions 1 You can shoot a still image with a voice memo of up to eight seconds. 1 Turn the mode dial to 5 / K . 2 Press the MENU/OK button. • The Shooting Setting menu is displayed. 3 Press the " button to select [IMAGE WITH SOUND] and press the $ button. 4 Press the ...
Page 80 - Inserting the Date into a Still Image
77 V a rio u s S hoo ting Functions 1 You can insert the date (YY/MM/DD) or the date and time (YY/MM/DD hh:mm) at the lower right of a still image. 1 Turn the mode dial to 5 / K . 2 Press the MENU/OK button. • The Shooting Setting menu is displayed. 3 Press the " button to select [DATE IMPRINT] ...
Page 81 - your picture. Normally, if your subject is centered, backlight; For backlighting; Changing the Exposure
78 V a rio u s S hoo ting Functions 1 The exposure setting enables you to select the brightness level for your picture. Normally, if your subject is centered, backlight compensation is automatically activated, and you can shoot with the correct exposure. In the following cases, or when you intention...
Page 82 - determining the white balance when shooting an object of a single; Using Natural and Artificial Lighting
79 V a rio u s S hoo ting Functions 1 Adjust the white balance so that a white subject will appear white.At purchase, the white balance is set to [AUTO]. Normally you do not need to change the setting, but if the camera is having difficulty determining the white balance when shooting an object of a ...
Page 83 - Setting the White Balance Manually
80 V a rio u s S hoo ting Functions 1 Note ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- • The white balance may not be adjusted correctly for a subject that is mostly dark. In this case, add something white to the subject. • When shooting with the fl...
Page 84 - Changing the Sensitivity
81 V a rio u s S hoo ting Functions 1 ISO sensitivity indicates how sensitive film is to light. A greater value means higher sensitivity. High sensitivity is suitable for shooting an object in a dark place or a fast-moving object while minimizing blurring.You can choose from the following ISO settin...
Page 85 - Returning the Shooting Setting Menu
82 V a rio u s S hoo ting Functions 1 To return the Shooting Setting menu settings to their defaults, follow the steps below. 1 Turn the mode dial to 5 / K . 2 Press the MENU/OK button. • The Shooting Setting menu is displayed. 3 Press the !" buttons to select [RESTORE DEFAULTS] and press the $ ...
Page 86 - Shooting Movies
83 S hoot ing/P laying Back M o vi es 2 2 Shooting/Playing Back Movies You can shoot movies with sound.You can set the image size to either 320 × 240 or 160 × 120 pixels.You can set the number of frames shot per second (frame rate) to either 30 or 15.Each movie you shoot is recorded as an AVI file. ...
Page 88 - To playback movies, follow the steps below.; Playing Back Movies
85 S hoot ing/P laying Back M o vi es 2 Note ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- • Movie recording time may vary depending on the capacity of the recording destination (internal memory or SD memory card), shooting conditions, and the type an...
Page 89 - Recording/Playing Back Sound; Recording Sound
86 Reco rd in g /P layin g Back So u n d 3 3 Recording/Playing Back Sound You can record sound.Recorded data is stored as a WAV file. 1 Turn the mode dial to 2 (voice memo mode). 2 Press the shutter release button. • Sound recording starts. Recording continues until you press the shutter release but...
Page 90 - To playback sounds, follow the steps below.; Playing Back Sound
87 Reco rd in g /P layin g Back So u n d 3 To playback sounds, follow the steps below. 1 Press the 6 (Playback) button. • The last shot taken is displayed. 2 Press the #$ buttons to select a sound file for playback (indicated with a speaker). • Press the $ button to display the next file. • Press th...
Page 91 - Other Playback Functions; This explains how to make the settings.; Playback Setting Menu
88 O th e r Playb a ck F u n ctio n s 4 4 Other Playback Functions Press the MENU/OK button in playback mode to display the Playback Setting menu. The Playback Setting menu allows you to make the settings for the following functions. Note -------------------------------------------------------------...
Page 92 - Displaying Photos in Order
89 O th e r Playb a ck F u n ctio n s 4 You can display the recorded still images, movies, and sound files sequentially on the screen. This is called a slide show. To view a slide show, follow the steps below. 1 Press the 6 (Playback) button. • The last shot taken is displayed. 2 Press the MENU/OK b...
Page 93 - You can protect files from being accidentally deleted.; Protecting a File
90 O th e r Playb a ck F u n ctio n s 4 You can protect files from being accidentally deleted. Caution------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Protected files cannot be deleted normally. However, they will be deleted if you format the memory where th...
Page 94 - To protect all your files, follow the steps below.; Protecting All Files
91 O th e r Playb a ck F u n ctio n s 4 To protect all your files, follow the steps below. 1 Press the 6 (Playback) button. 2 Press the MENU/OK button. • The Playback Setting menu appears. 3 Press the " button to select [PROTECT] and press the $ button. 4 Press the !" buttons to select [ALL ...
Page 95 - To protect selected files all at once, follow the steps below.; Protecting Multiple Files at Once
92 O th e r Playb a ck F u n ctio n s 4 To protect selected files all at once, follow the steps below. 1 Press the 6 (Playback) button. 2 Press the 9 (Thumbnail Display) button twice. • The screen is divided into 12 frames and thumbnails are displayed. 3 Press the !"#$ buttons to select the firs...
Page 96 - Setting DPOF for the Displayed Still Image
93 O th e r Playb a ck F u n ctio n s 4 The still images recorded on an SD memory card can be printed out if you take them to a store that offers a digital camera print service.To use a print service, you must make print settings on your camera. These settings are called Digital Print Order Format (...
Page 97 - Setting DPOF for All Still Images
94 O th e r Playb a ck F u n ctio n s 4 To apply DPOF settings to all your still images, follow the steps below. 1 Press the 6 (Playback) button. 2 Press the MENU/OK button. • The Playback Setting menu appears. 3 Press the " button to select [DPOF] and press the $ button. 4 Press the !" butt...
Page 98 - Setting DPOF for Multiple Still Images
95 O th e r Playb a ck F u n ctio n s 4 To make the DPOF settings for selected still images all at once, follow the steps below. 1 Press the 6 (Playback) button. 2 Press the 9 (Thumbnail Display) button twice. • The screen is divided into 12 frames and thumbnails are displayed. 3 Press the !"#$ ...
Page 99 - To change the image size, follow the steps below.
96 O th e r Playb a ck F u n ctio n s 4 You can reduce the image size of a shot still image to create a new file with a different image size. Caution------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ You can resize only still images and still images with voice...
Page 100 - Copying the Contents of the Internal
97 O th e r Playb a ck F u n ctio n s 4 You can copy all movies, still images, and sound data stored in the internal memory onto an SD memory card at once. 1 Turn the camera off. 2 Insert an SD memory card. 3 Turn the camera on. 4 Press the 6 (Playback) button. 5 Press the MENU/OK button. • The Play...
Page 101 - Direct Printing; Direct Print Function
98 Di rect Prin ti n g 5 5 Direct Printing The Direct Print standard enables direct printing from a camera to a printer by connecting them via a USB cable. Photos can be printed quickly and easily from your digital camera without using a computer. Caution---------------------------------------------...
Page 102 - Connect your camera to a printer using the USB cable provided.; Make sure that the camera is off.; Connecting the Camera to a Printer
99 Di rect Prin ti n g 5 Connect your camera to a printer using the USB cable provided. 1 Make sure that the camera is off. 2 Turn the terminal cover knob of the camera in the direction of the arrow to open the cover. 3 Connect your camera to a printer using the USB cable provided. • Turn on the pri...
Page 103 - Printing Still Images; Printing One or All Still Images
100 Di rect Prin ti n g 5 You can print still images from the camera with a PictBridge-compatible printer.Still images are sent from the internal memory when no SD memory card is loaded or from an SD memory card when one is loaded. Caution-------------------------------------------------------------...
Page 105 - Printing Several Still Images
102 Di rect Prin ti n g 5 Note ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- • To specify the settings as the default settings next time the camera is connected to the printer, press the ADJ. button when the screen in Step 7 is displayed. When the scr...
Page 107 - Available Layouts; Printing Reports
104 Di rect Prin ti n g 5 Select [REPORT PRINT] on the Direct Print menu. [REPORT PRINT] appears only when connected to a Ricoh printer that supports PictBridge. For the latest information about Ricoh printers, visit the Ricoh website at http://www.ricoh.com/.The layout that can be selected depends ...
Page 108 - Example of Printed Report with Camera Memo; Printing a Camera Memo on a Report
105 Di rect Prin ti n g 5 To print a camera memo on a report, select [REPORT PRINT] on the Direct Print menu and set [MEMO PRINT] to [ON]. Example of Printed Report with Camera Memo Note ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- For details about ...
Page 109 - Changing Camera Settings; SETUP Menu
106 Chang in g Camera S e tting s 6 6 Changing Camera Settings You can change the camera settings by displaying the SETUP menu from the Shooting Setting menu ( G P.59) or Playback Setting menu ( G P.88). The SETUP menu enables you to set the items listed in the table below. SETUP Menu Setting Option...
Page 110 - buttons and MENU/OK button to select and set an; Using the SETUP Menu
107 Chang in g Camera S e tting s 6 This explains how to make the settings.Use the !"$ buttons and MENU/OK button to select and set an item. 1 Press the MENU/OK button. • The Shooting Setting menu (or the Playback Setting menu) appears. 2 Press the $ button. • The SETUP menu appears. 3 Press the...
Page 112 - To format a card, follow the steps below.; Display the SETUP menu.; Preparing the SD Memory Card
109 Chang in g Camera S e tting s 6 If the error message [CARD ERROR] is displayed when an SD memory card is loaded into the camera or the card has been used with a computer or other device, you must format the card prior to use with this camera.Formatting is the process of preparing a card so image...
Page 113 - To format the internal memory, follow the steps below.; Formatting the Internal Memory
110 Chang in g Camera S e tting s 6 If the error message [FORMAT INTERNAL MEMORY] is displayed, you must format the internal memory prior to use. Caution------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Formatting the internal memory deletes all of the images...
Page 114 - To adjust the brightness of the LCD monitor, follow the steps below.; Adjusting the Brightness of the LCD
111 Chang in g Camera S e tting s 6 To adjust the brightness of the LCD monitor, follow the steps below. 1 Display the SETUP menu. • For the operating procedure, see P.107. 2 Press the " button to select [LCD BRIGHTNESS] and press the $ button. • The screen for setting the brightness appears. 3 ...
Page 115 - Assigning a Function to the ADJ.
112 Chang in g Camera S e tting s 6 You can use the ADJ. button to display the screens for setting the exposure compensation and white balance with fewer button operations and without displaying the Shooting Setting menu.You can also use [ADJ BTN. SET.1] and [ADJ BTN. SET.2] to add a camera function...
Page 116 - To change the auto power off setting, follow the steps below.; Changing the Auto Power Off Setting
113 Chang in g Camera S e tting s 6 If you do not operate the camera for a set period of time, it will shut off automatically to conserve battery power (Auto Power Off).By default, auto power off is set to one minute, but you can change this setting. To change the auto power off setting, follow the ...
Page 117 - To change the beep sound settings, follow the steps below.; Changing the Beep Sound Setting
114 Chang in g Camera S e tting s 6 During operation, the camera generates four types of sounds: start sound, shutter release sound, focus sound, and beep sound. To change the beep sound settings, follow the steps below. 1 Display the SETUP menu. • For the operating procedure, see P.107. 2 Press the...
Page 118 - The beep sound volume can be changed.; Changing the Beep Sound Volume
115 Chang in g Camera S e tting s 6 The beep sound volume can be changed. To change the beep sound volume, follow the steps below. 1 Display the SETUP menu. • For the operating procedure, see P.107. 2 Press the " button to select [VOL. SETTINGS] and press the $ button. 3 Press the !" buttons...
Page 119 - To change the image confirmation time, follow the steps below.; Changing Image Confirmation Time
116 Chang in g Camera S e tting s 6 Immediately after you press the shutter release button, the still image taken is displayed on the screen for a moment so you can check it. By default, the image confirmation time is set to 1 second, but this can be changed. To change the image confirmation time, f...
Page 120 - To change the file name setting, follow the steps below.; Changing File Name Settings
117 Chang in g Camera S e tting s 6 When you shoot a still image, it is stored on an SD memory card or in the internal memory with a consecutively numbered file name that is automatically assigned.When you switch SD memory cards, you can set your camera to continue consecutive numbering from the pre...
Page 123 - You can change the language displayed on the screen.; Changing the Display Language
120 Chang in g Camera S e tting s 6 You can change the language displayed on the screen. To change the display language, follow the steps below. 1 Display the SETUP menu. • For the operating procedure, see P.107. 2 Press the " button to select [LANGUAGE/ N ] and press the $ button. • The languag...
Page 124 - To set step zooming, follow the steps below.; Changing the Step Zooming Setting
121 Chang in g Camera S e tting s 6 Step zooming is the setting of the focal length with optical zooming, which can be fixed to any of four levels (28, 35, 50, 85 mm, equivalent to that on a 35mm camera). To set step zooming, follow the steps below. 1 Display the SETUP menu. • For the operating proc...
Page 125 - To set change warning, follow the steps below.; Displaying a Settings Change
122 Chang in g Camera S e tting s 6 If the initial settings are changed for the following functions, you can set the camera to have the icon of that function blink and to display a warning message about the function with the changed setting for a few seconds when the camera is turned on. White balan...
Page 126 - Changing the USB Setting
123 Chang in g Camera S e tting s 6 By setting [USB CONNECTION] to [MASS STR] on the SETUP menu, you can view files in the camera and transfer files from the camera to your computer using the USB cable without installing the supplied software or USB driver.Usually, set [USB CONNECTION] to [ORIGINAL]...
Page 127 - To change the USB setting, follow the steps below.
124 Chang in g Camera S e tting s 6 Caution------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ • When [USB CONNECTION] is set to [MASS STR], you cannot use RICOH Gate La to transfer camera data. • When [USB CONNECTION] is set to [MASS STR], files can only be re...
Page 128 - When the icons are enlarged, the following items are not displayed:; Enlarging Icon Display
125 Chang in g Camera S e tting s 6 You can enlarge the icons displayed on the screen during shooting.The following icons are enlarged: Flash, Macro Shooting, Self-timer, White balance, Focus, Exposure compensation, ISO setting When the icons are enlarged, the following items are not displayed: Zoom...
Page 129 - Registering the Power-on Settings
126 Chang in g Camera S e tting s 6 The My Setting function allows you to make your desired settings to be used at power-on. For example, when a digital camera is used in common by multiple persons, you can use the camera without regard to the settings made by the person who used the camera previous...
Page 130 - Turn your camera off.; Settings Saved by My Setting Function; Changing the Startup Settings
127 Chang in g Camera S e tting s 6 You can use the settings registered in [REG. MY SETTINGS] for the startup settings. 1 Display the SETUP menu. • For the operating procedure, see P.107. 2 Press the " button to select [START SETTINGS] and press the $ button. 3 Select [SETTING1] or [SETTING2] an...
Page 131 - Downloading Images to Your; For Windows
128 7 Dow n lo adin g Im ages t o Y o u r Compu ter 7 Downloading Images to Your Computer Refer to P.142 for Macintosh. You need to install software for transferring images to your computer before you can download images from the camera.Software installation is necessary for automatic image download...
Page 132 - Using the Caplio Software CD-ROM
129 7 Dow n lo adin g Im ages t o Y o u r Compu ter Once you insert the Caplio Software CD-ROM in the CD-ROM drive, the installer screen appears automatically. Using the Caplio Software CD-ROM Item Name Description Refer to Installing the Software Use this button to install software required for han...
Page 133 - The following software will be installed:
130 7 Dow n lo adin g Im ages t o Y o u r Compu ter When [Installing the software] is clicked: ( G P.134) The following software will be installed: XP: Windows XP98: Windows 98/98SE/Me/2000* Only for Caplio 500SE-W Note --------------------------------------------------------------------------------...
Page 136 - System Requirements for Using Caplio
133 7 Dow n lo adin g Im ages t o Y o u r Compu ter The following environments are necessary for using Caplio Software.Please check your computer, or the computer’s user manual. Caution------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ • If your computer has a...
Page 137 - Here is an example of the Windows XP screen.; Installing the Software Required for Handling
134 7 Dow n lo adin g Im ages t o Y o u r Compu ter Install the required software on your computer from the CD-ROM before connecting the camera. Caution------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ • Do not install the software when the camera is connecte...
Page 138 - Restart your computer.
135 7 Dow n lo adin g Im ages t o Y o u r Compu ter 4 Click [Next]. • The [Choose Destination Location] screen appears. 5 Confirm where you want to install and then click [Next]. • The [Select Program Folder] screen appears. 6 Confirm the [Select Program Folder] and then click [Next]. • The ImageMix...
Page 139 - Installing the DeskTopBinder Lite
136 7 Dow n lo adin g Im ages t o Y o u r Compu ter DeskTopBinder Lite is used for managing business documents. As well as still images captured with a digital camera, you can manage a variety of documents, including documents input by scanner, documents created with various applications and image f...
Page 141 - Installing Other Software on Your Computer; Acrobat Reader
138 7 Dow n lo adin g Im ages t o Y o u r Compu ter Caution------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ • Do not install the software when the camera is connected to your computer with a USB cable. • For Windows XP or Windows 2000, administrator privileg...
Page 142 - DirectX
139 7 Dow n lo adin g Im ages t o Y o u r Compu ter DirectX is used to play movie files with ImageMixer.This camera requires DirectX 8.1 or later to play movie files in Windows. If you have an earlier version installed, please install the updated version available on the accompanying CD-ROM. For Win...
Page 143 - Uninstalling the Software; Caplio Software
140 7 Dow n lo adin g Im ages t o Y o u r Compu ter Caution------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ • For Windows 2000/XP, administrator privileges are required to uninstall the software. • If any other program is active or unsaved data remains, save...
Page 144 - ImageMixer
141 7 Dow n lo adin g Im ages t o Y o u r Compu ter 1 Click [Start] on the Windows task bar. 2 Select [Settings]-[Control Panel] ([Control Panel] for XP). 3 Double-click the [Add/Remove Programs] icon (or the [Add or Remove Programs] icon in Windows XP). 4 Select [ImageMixer] and then click [Change/...
Page 145 - For Macintosh
142 7 Dow n lo adin g Im ages t o Y o u r Compu ter Refer to P.128 for Windows. You need to install software for transferring images to your computer before you can download images from the camera.Software installation is necessary for automatic image downloading from the camera to your computer. Ca...
Page 146 - The software will be installed.
143 7 Dow n lo adin g Im ages t o Y o u r Compu ter For Mac OS 8.6 to 9.2.2, double-clicking the [Installer] icon displays the [Digital camera software installer] window. Note ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The “Digital camera software ...
Page 147 - System Requirements for Using the Caplio
144 7 Dow n lo adin g Im ages t o Y o u r Compu ter The following environments are necessary for using the Caplio Software.Please check your computer, or the computer’s user manual. Caution------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ • The provided softw...
Page 149 - Click the folder for your OS.
146 7 Dow n lo adin g Im ages t o Y o u r Compu ter Install the required software on your computer from the CD-ROM before connecting the camera. Caution------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Do not install the software when the camera is connected ...
Page 152 - Make sure the camera power is off.; Connecting the Camera to Your
149 7 Dow n lo adin g Im ages t o Y o u r Compu ter After installing the software on your computer, connect your camera to the computer.The following explanation is provided assuming that [ORIGINAL] (default) is selected at [USB CONNECTION] of the camera’s SETUP menu. ( G P.123) If [MASS STR] is sel...
Page 153 - Using the Caplio Software to Download Images
150 7 Dow n lo adin g Im ages t o Y o u r Compu ter In Windows the first time you connect your camera to the computer using a USB cable, the [Found New Hardware Wizard] screen will appear. (Does not appear on Macintosh.) Here is an example of the Windows XP screen. 1 Select [Install the software aut...
Page 154 - Make sure that the camera power is off.; Downloading Images in Mass Storage Mode
151 7 Dow n lo adin g Im ages t o Y o u r Compu ter • To load images from the camera with assistance from the Windows XP “Scanner and Camera Wizard”, select [Microsoft Scanner and Camera Wizard]. • Leaving the [Always use this program for this action] check box unchecked will cause the [Caplio 500SE...
Page 156 - Disconnect the USB cable.; Disconnecting the Camera from Your Computer
153 7 Dow n lo adin g Im ages t o Y o u r Compu ter Card Reader This is a device connected to a computer to read the contents of cards. In addition to the memory card adapter-type, there are card readers compatible with various types of cards, into which you can directly load an SD memory card. For ...
Page 158 - You can set the Bluetooth; Expanded Settings Menu; Using the Expanded Settings Menu
155 8 Usin g the Blue to o th ® Functio n You can set the Bluetooth ® function, GPS information, or wireless LAN (only for Caplio 500SE-W) by displaying the Expanded Settings menu from the Shooting Setting menu ( G P.59) or Playback Setting menu ( G P.88). The Expanded Settings menu enables you to s...
Page 160 - You can send still images from the camera to a Bluetooth; Sending Still Images to a Printer
157 8 Usin g the Blue to o th ® Functio n You can send still images from the camera to a Bluetooth ® -enabled printer to have them printed.Images are sent from the internal memory when no SD memory card is loaded or from an SD memory card when installed.There are three ways to send images to a print...
Page 164 - Repeat Step 8 to select all the files you want to send.
161 8 Usin g the Blue to o th ® Functio n 9 Repeat Step 8 to select all the files you want to send. • If you selected a file by mistake, you can deselect it by selecting the file and pressing the MENU/OK button again. 10 Press the DISP. button. • A screen appears indicating the printing format and n...
Page 165 - Entering an Authentication Passkey for a
162 8 Usin g the Blue to o th ® Functio n The authentication passkey is a code used to authenticate two devices connecting using the Bluetooth ® function. If the passkey is set on the destination device, a message appears when connecting to that device. Follow the procedure below to enter the passke...
Page 166 - To use the keyboard, follow the steps below.; How to Use the Keyboard
163 8 Usin g the Blue to o th ® Functio n To use the keyboard, follow the steps below. Switching among letters, numbers and symbols When there is a cursor at the leftmost or rightmost character on the keyboard, press the #$ buttons to switch the character type among numbers, symbols, lowercase lette...
Page 167 - Entering a space
164 8 Usin g the Blue to o th ® Functio n Entering a space 1 Press the !"#$ buttons to select [SPACE]. 2 Press the ADJ./MEMO button. Inserting a character 1 Press the !"#$ buttons to select one of the characters at the top of the keyboard. 2 Press the ! button. • The cursor moves to the righ...
Page 168 - Deleting a character; Deleting all input characters
165 8 Usin g the Blue to o th ® Functio n Deleting a character 1 Press the !"#$ buttons to select one of the characters at the top of the keyboard. 2 Press the ! button. • The cursor moves to the right of the input characters. 3 Press the #$ buttons to position the cursor to the right of the cha...
Page 169 - Sending Still Images to Your
166 8 Usin g the Blue to o th ® Functio n You can send still images from the camera to a Bluetooth ® -enabled computer. The sent images are processed according to the computer settings.Images are sent from the internal memory when no SD memory card is loaded or from an SD memory card when installed....
Page 170 - Sending One or All Still Images
167 8 Usin g the Blue to o th ® Functio n 1 Check that the destination device (computer) is turned on. 2 Press the 6 (Playback) button. • For Caplio 500SE-W, check that [CHANGE COM] is set to [BT] on the Expanded Settings menu. ( G P.193) • To send all still images, go to Step 4. 3 Press the #$ butt...
Page 172 - Sending Several Still Images
169 8 Usin g the Blue to o th ® Functio n 1 Check that the destination device (computer) is turned on. 2 Press the 6 (Playback) button. • For Caplio 500SE-W, check that [CHANGE COM] is set to [BT] on the Expanded Settings menu. ( G P.193) 3 Press the 9 (Thumbnail Display) button twice. • The screen ...
Page 174 - Sending Images in Shooting Mode; Setting Up Quick Review Send (QUICK SEND MODE)
171 8 Usin g the Blue to o th ® Functio n Immediately after you shoot a still image, you can send that image to another device. This is convenient if you want to send images to a predetermined device.You need to set [QUICK SEND MODE] on the Expanded Settings menu beforehand. Caution-----------------...
Page 175 - Check that the destination device is turned on.; Using Quick Review Send
172 8 Usin g the Blue to o th ® Functio n 1 Check that the destination device is turned on. 2 Turn the mode dial to 5 / K and shoot the picture. • While the image is displayed after shooting, a screen appears confirming whether to send the image. ( G P.116) 3 Press the MENU/OK button. • Transfer of ...
Page 178 - Display the Expanded Settings menu.; Registering an Authentication Passkey for a
175 8 Usin g the Blue to o th ® Functio n The authentication passkey is a code used to authenticate two devices connecting using the Bluetooth ® function. If a passkey is required to connect to a destination device, the authentication passkey can be registered in the camera beforehand so that the pa...
Page 179 - You can set the maximum number of Bluetooth; Changing the Number of Discoverable Devices
176 8 Usin g the Blue to o th ® Functio n You can set the maximum number of Bluetooth ® devices that can be discovered each time a search is performed. Select between one and ten devices. The default setting is [5]. 1 Display the Expanded Settings menu. • For the operating procedure, see P.155. 2 Pr...
Page 180 - You can connect the camera to one Bluetooth; Connecting to Several Devices at the Same
177 8 Usin g the Blue to o th ® Functio n You can connect the camera to one Bluetooth ® device or multiple devices at the same time. 1 Display the Expanded Settings menu. • For the operating procedure, see P.155. 2 Press the " button to select [MASTER/SLAVE] and press the $ button. 3 Press the !...
Page 181 - You can select the size of still images to be sent.; Selecting the Size of Images to Be Sent
178 8 Usin g the Blue to o th ® Functio n You can select the size of still images to be sent. 1 Display the Expanded Settings menu. • For the operating procedure, see P.155. 2 Press the " button to select [IMAGE FILE SIZE] and press the $ button. 3 Press the !" buttons to select the desired ...
Page 182 - Automatically Deleting Sent Images
179 8 Usin g the Blue to o th ® Functio n You can set the camera to automatically delete a file from the camera after it has been sent to a computer or a printer. 1 Display the Expanded Settings menu. • For the operating procedure, see P.155. 2 Press the " button to select [AUTO DEL] and press t...
Page 183 - ing th; connect to a Bluetooth; About the GPS Function
180 9 U s ing th e GPS Fu nction 9 Using the GPS Function This camera can obtain and use GPS (Global Positioning System) information (longitude and latitude) in two ways.The first is by connecting the camera directly to a GPS module.The second is by using a Bluetooth ® SPP (Serial Port Profile) to c...
Page 184 - This section explains how to connect the camera to the Bluetooth; Obtaining GPS Information; Manually Connecting to a Device (BT SERIAL)
181 9 U s ing th e GPS Fu nction This section explains how to connect the camera to the Bluetooth ® GPS unit to receive GPS information using a SPP.There are two ways to connect the devices.• Manually connect to a device ( G P.181) • Automatically connect to a previously connected device ( G P.183) ...
Page 186 - GPS unit. This is convenient if you want to; Automatically Connecting to a Previously
183 9 U s ing th e GPS Fu nction When [BT AUTO CONN] on the Expanded Settings menu is set to [ON], the next time the camera is turned on, the camera automatically searches for and connects to the previously connected Bluetooth ® GPS unit. This is convenient if you want to use the same Bluetooth ® GP...
Page 187 - Check that the Bluetooth; Automatically Establishing a Connection
184 9 U s ing th e GPS Fu nction 1 Check that the Bluetooth ® GPS unit is turned on. 2 Turn the camera power on. • The camera attempts to automatically connect to the device and the connection status appears. Pressing the DISP. button cancels the operation. • If a passkey is required to connect to t...
Page 188 - When the camera is connected to a Bluetooth; Displaying GPS Information
185 9 U s ing th e GPS Fu nction When the camera is connected to a Bluetooth ® GPS unit in shooting mode, the Bluetooth ® antenna icon, GPS information and GPS icon appear on the LCD monitor. If the number of receivable satellites is less than three, the GPS information cannot be acquired. If the GP...
Page 189 - Shooting Mode
186 9 U s ing th e GPS Fu nction When the shooting screen switches to GPS display, the current GPS detailed information is displayed. At shooting, the latitude and longitude displayed on the LCD monitor are recorded as part of the image information.You can change the display when playing back still ...
Page 190 - With the GPS function enabled, turn the Mode Dial to; its GPS information is also displayed.; Shooting with GPS Information
187 9 U s ing th e GPS Fu nction You can shoot still images with GPS information. You can also shoot images with GPS information while using scene mode (except for TEXT MODE) or Multi-shot. 1 With the GPS function enabled, turn the Mode Dial to 5 / K . 2 Check that the GPS information or GPS icon ap...
Page 191 - You can set the GPS information datum.; Advanced GPS Information Settings
188 9 U s ing th e GPS Fu nction You can set the GPS information datum. 1 Display the Expanded Settings menu. • For the operating procedure, see P.155. 2 Press the " button to select [GPS DATUM] and press the $ button. 3 Press the !" buttons to select the desired setting. 4 Press the MENU/OK...
Page 192 - Setting the Display Standard (GPS DISP MODE)
189 9 U s ing th e GPS Fu nction You can set the standard of the GPS information displayed on the monitor. 1 Display the Expanded Settings menu. • For the operating procedure, see P.155. 2 Press the " button to select [GPS DISP MODE] and press the $ button. 3 Press the !" buttons to select t...
Page 193 - You can set up the
190 9 U s ing th e GPS Fu nction You can set up the Q (Quick Review) button to use when locking GPS information.When GPS information is locked, new GPS information cannot be acquired. 1 Display the Expanded Settings menu. • For the operating procedure, see P.155. 2 Press the " button to select [...
Page 194 - 0 Using the Wireless LAN Function; Caplio 500SE-W is equipped with Bluetooth; About the Wireless LAN Function
191 10 U s in g the W ireless L AN F u n c tio n (On ly fo r Cap lio 500S E-W ) 10 Using the Wireless LAN Function (Only for Caplio 500SE-W) Caplio 500SE-W is equipped with Bluetooth ® and wireless LAN functions to enable connection to other devices. To connect to a wireless device, you must set the...
Page 195 - Overview of Transfer Process via a Wireless LAN
192 10 U s in g the W ireless L AN F u n c tio n (On ly fo r Cap lio 500S E-W ) Overview of Transfer Process via a Wireless LAN 1 Make advanced file transfer settings. ( G P.194) Use the provided Caplio Setting software to make advanced settings for sending files via wireless LAN.If no FTP server is...
Page 196 - Selecting the Communication Method
193 10 U s in g the W ireless L AN F u n c tio n (On ly fo r Cap lio 500S E-W ) Before sending files from the camera, set whether to connect the camera to the destination by wireless LAN or Bluetooth ® . 1 Display the Expanded Settings menu. • For the operating procedure, see P.155. 2 Press the "...
Page 197 - Making Advanced Wireless LAN
194 10 U s in g the W ireless L AN F u n c tio n (On ly fo r Cap lio 500S E-W ) To send files by wireless LAN, you must use the computer to create a communication list registering the advanced settings for sending files, and then transfer the communication list to the camera. Use the provided Caplio...
Page 199 - Detailed Setups Tab Settings
196 10 U s in g the W ireless L AN F u n c tio n (On ly fo r Cap lio 500S E-W ) [Network] tab [Wireless LAN] tab Detailed Setups Tab Settings Item Name Description Host Setup Host NameCamera Password These settings are not required when using this camera. Automatically retrieves its IP address Selec...
Page 202 - Setting Up a Caplio-only FTP Server
199 10 U s in g the W ireless L AN F u n c tio n (On ly fo r Cap lio 500S E-W ) If you do not have access to an FTP server, you can use the provided Caplio Server software to set up your computer as a Caplio server (Caplio-only FTP server).This setup is not necessary to send files to an FTP server a...
Page 204 - Send files from the camera.; Using the Caplio Server
201 10 U s in g the W ireless L AN F u n c tio n (On ly fo r Cap lio 500S E-W ) To send files from the camera to an FTP server, you must register the set FTP server to the communication list, and then transfer the communication list to the camera ( G P.202). When using a Caplio server, after sending...
Page 205 - Creating a Communication List and
202 10 U s in g the W ireless L AN F u n c tio n (On ly fo r Cap lio 500S E-W ) After completing the advanced settings on the [Detailed Setups for selections] screen, create a communication list combining the desired settings and transfer it to the camera via the supplied USB cable. Caution---------...
Page 208 - Importing a Communication List from an SD
205 10 U s in g the W ireless L AN F u n c tio n (On ly fo r Cap lio 500S E-W ) You can save the communication list on the computer, copy it to an SD memory card, and import it into the camera. Caution------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Use an S...
Page 210 - Confirming and Editing the Destination Setting
207 10 U s in g the W ireless L AN F u n c tio n (On ly fo r Cap lio 500S E-W ) You can use the camera to confirm and edit the settings of the communication list transferred to the camera. 1 Turn on the camera to display the Expanded Settings menu. • For the operating procedure, see P.155. 2 Press t...
Page 213 - Sending One or All Files
210 10 U s in g the W ireless L AN F u n c tio n (On ly fo r Cap lio 500S E-W ) 1 Check that the destination device (computer) is turned on. 2 Press the 6 (Playback) button. • Check that [CHANGE COM] is set to [W-LAN] on the Expanded Settings menu. (P.193) • To send all files, go to Step 4. 3 Press ...
Page 215 - Sending Several Files
212 10 U s in g the W ireless L AN F u n c tio n (On ly fo r Cap lio 500S E-W ) 1 Check that the destination device (computer) is turned on. 2 Press the 6 (Playback) button. • Check that [CHANGE COM] is set to [W-LAN] on the Expanded Settings menu. ( G P.193) 3 Press the 9 (Thumbnail Display) button...
Page 217 - Sending Files in Shooting Mode; Setting Up Quick Review Send
214 10 U s in g the W ireless L AN F u n c tio n (On ly fo r Cap lio 500S E-W ) Immediately after you shoot an image, you can send the image file to another device. This is convenient if you want to send images to a predetermined device.You need to set [QUICK SEND MODE] on the Expanded Settings menu...
Page 222 - Specifying a Destination on the
219 10 U s in g the W ireless L AN F u n c tio n (On ly fo r Cap lio 500S E-W ) When sending files, you can use the [SEND TO] screen displayed at the time of sending the files to specify the destination, or, you can choose not to display the [SEND TO] screen and specify the destination beforehand. T...
Page 224 - Troubleshooting; Error Messages; or Wireless LAN related error
221 11 A ppe n d ic e s 11 Appendices If an error message is displayed on the screen, take the corresponding action. Troubleshooting Error Messages Non-Bluetooth ® or Wireless LAN related error messages Error Message Cause and Action Refer to INSERT CARD No card is loaded. Insert a card. P.25 SET DA...
Page 226 - Communication and send setting errors
223 11 A ppe n d ic e s Communication and send setting errors FTP send setting errors Wireless LAN related error messages (Only for Caplio 500SE-W) Error Message Cause and Action Refer to CONNECTION ERROR The camera is unable to establish a connection for some reason. Check the communication setting...
Page 227 - Mail send setting errors
224 11 A ppe n d ic e s Mail send setting errors Other errors Note ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- If you cannot solve the problem using the solutions above, contact a Ricoh office or your local authorized Ricoh dealer. Error Message Cau...
Page 228 - Camera Troubleshooting; Power Supply
225 11 A ppe n d ic e s Camera Troubleshooting Power Supply Problem Cause Solution Refer to The camera does not turn on. Battery is not loaded or is exhausted. Load the rechargeable battery correctly or charge the battery as required. Use the AC adapter as required. Replace the alkaline batteries wi...
Page 232 - Other Problems
229 11 A ppe n d ic e s Other Problems Problem Cause Solution Refer to Cannot load the SD memory card. The card is facing the wrong way. Load correctly. P.25 The camera does not operate even when the buttons are pressed. Battery is running low. Charge the rechargeable battery or use the AC adapter. ...
Page 233 - When this warning message is displayed:; Software and Computer Troubleshooting; Warning Messages Under Windows XP Service Pack 2
230 11 A ppe n d ic e s For details about the software, refer to the “Software User Guide” (PDF file). When software for your Ricoh digital camera is used on a computer with Windows XP Service Pack 2 installed, the following warning message may appear at software activation or USB connection. With t...
Page 235 - General; Specifications
232 11 A ppe n d ic e s General Camera Parts Specifications Power Source Voltage Rechargeable Battery DB-43 (3.7 V) × 1 External (AC adapter): 3.8 VAA Dry Alkaline Battery, Nickel-Hydrogen Battery × 2 External Dimensions 133.0 mm (W) × 74.0 mm (H) × 78.5 mm (D) (excluding projecting parts) Weight Ca...
Page 236 - Image Data Record/Playback Part
233 11 A ppe n d ic e s Image Data Record/Playback Part I/O Terminals Memory Cards for Recording and Playback Distance ControlAF Method Normal Shooting: External Passive/CCD method Macro: CCD method AF Measurement Range Normal: approx. 0.3 m to A , Macro: approx. 0.005 m to A Internal FlashMethod Ex...
Page 238 - Number of Images That Can be Stored in
235 11 A ppe n d ic e s The following table shows the approximate number of images that can be recorded in the internal memory and onto an SD memory card at various image size and picture quality settings. Note -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------...
Page 239 - Using a Wide Conversion Lens
236 11 A ppe n d ic e s The Caplio 500SE can be used with the items (sold separately) listed below. A wide conversion lens (DW-5) enables shooting at a lens magnification of 0.8 times (equivalent to a 35mm camera’s 22 mm zoom in wide-angle). 1 Attach the wide conversion lens to the lens of this came...
Page 240 - Using the External Flash
237 11 A ppe n d ic e s You can attach an external flash and other accessories (available in stores) to the accessory shoe. Caution------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ • The accessory shoe conforms to JIS B7101. • You cannot use an external flash...
Page 241 - Functions Whose Defaults are
238 11 A ppe n d ic e s Turning the camera off may reset some function settings to their defaults.The table below indicates whether or not the function is reset to its default when the camera is turned off. O : setting is saved × : setting is restored Functions Whose Defaults are Restored When Camer...
Page 243 - About Scene Mode; Shooting Setting Menu Items by Scene Mode
240 11 A ppe n d ic e s Depending on the scene mode, the operation of functions may differ from when in normal shooting mode. Refer to the table below. O Available, - Not availableFor details about options, see P.59. About Scene Mode Scene Mode Flash Macro Shooting HIGH SENS Initial setting: FLASH O...
Page 244 - Using Your Camera Abroad
241 11 A ppe n d ic e s Using Your Camera Abroad AC Adapter (Model AC-4d), Battery Charger (Model BJ-2e) This AC adapter can be used in regions with a current of 100-240V, 50Hz/60Hz.If you are going to travel to a country that uses a different shaped wall outlet/plug, please consult your travel agen...
Page 245 - Waterproofing; Cautions on Use
242 11 A ppe n d ic e s Waterproofing • This camera conforms to the specifications for JIS protection grade 7, IEC IP67. • After shooting in the rain or cleaning in water, water may seep through the eyepiece of the lens segment and the tripod screw holes on the underside. This is not a problem becau...
Page 247 - Care; Use and Storage; Care and Storage
244 11 A ppe n d ic e s Care • Please note that if fingerprints, dirt, etc. get onto the lens, picture quality will suffer. • When dust or dirt does get on the lens, do not touch it directly with your fingers, and either use a blower (available in stores) to blow it off, or a soft cloth to gently du...
Page 248 - Replacing the rubber packing
245 11 A ppe n d ic e s Replacing the rubber packing • To maintain the waterproof ability, replace the rubber packing every two years, regardless of whether it has gotten dirty.If you use the camera frequently in a wet, sandy, or dusty environment, we recommend replacing the packing every year.The r...
Page 249 - Warranty and Servicing
246 11 A ppe n d ic e s 1. This product is backed by a limited warranty. During the warranty period mentioned in the Warranty supplied with your camera, any defective parts will be repaired free of charge. In the event of a camera malfunction, contact the dealer from which you purchased the camera o...
Page 250 - Notes to users
247 11 A ppe n d ic e s Notes to users This Transmitter must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. (Caplio 500SE-B)This equipment complies with FCC/IC radiation exposure limits set forth for uncontrolled equipment and meets the FCC radio frequency (RF) E...
Page 251 - Note to users in the United States of America; NOTICE; FCC WARNING; Note to users in Canada
248 11 A ppe n d ic e s Note to users in the United States of America NOTICE This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference ...
Page 252 - Notice to Users in EEA Countries
249 11 A ppe n d ic e s Notice to Users in EEA Countries Caplio 500SE-B Declaration of Conformity “The Product complies with the requirements of the EMC Directive 89/336/EEC.” This product complies with the essential requirements and provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC of the European Parliament and o...
Page 253 - Index
250 A AA Alkaline Batteries ............. 20, 25AC Adapter ............................ 13, 27Accessory Shoe .................. 14, 237Acrobat Reader ................. 132, 138ADJ BTN. SET.1/2 .................... 112ADJ./MEMO Button ... 15, 56, 85, 87AF Auxiliary Light .................. 14, 45AF t...
Page 256 - If a problem arises
From environmental friendliness to environmental conservation and to environmental management Ricoh is aggressively promoting environment- friendly activities and also environment conservation activities to solve the great subject of management as one of the citizens on our precious earth.To reduce ...