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 - Safety Precautions
1 Various symbols are used throughout this instruction manual and on the product to prevent physical harm to you or other people and damage to property. The symbols and their meanings are explained below. Observe the following precautions to ensure safe use of this equipment. Danger This symbol indi...
Page 4 - Warning
2 Turn off the power immediately in the event of abnormalities such as smoke or unusual odors being emitted. Remove the battery 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...
Page 5 - Caution
3 Observe the following precautions to ensure safe use of this unit. Do not touch the internal components of the equipment if 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 battery as soon as possib...
Page 6 - The following two manuals are included with your G600.; Using the Manuals
4 The following two manuals are included with your G600. The camera is provided with the Irodio Photo & Video Studio software that allows you to display and edit images on your computer. For how to use Irodio Photo & Video Studio, see the displayed “Help”. For more information on Irodio Phot...
Page 7 - Key Features
5 Rugged camera body stands up to water, dust and shocks The camera provides water resistance and dust resistance equivalent to JIS/IEC waterproof grade 7 and JIS/IEC dustproof grade 6 (IP67). In addition, the camera is shock resistant when dropped from a height of up to 1.5 meters. Wide-angle zoom ...
Page 10 - Contents; Basic Operations
8 Contents Safety Precautions ........................................................................ 1Using the Manuals ......................................................................... 4Key Features ................................................................................. 5Content...
Page 11 - Various Shooting Functions; Choosing Picture Quality Mode/Image Size; Advanced Operations
9 Changing the Display with the DISP. Button ............................... 57 Maximizing the Picture Display Brightness .............................................58Histogram................................................................................................59 1 Various Shooting Func...
Page 13 - Downloading Images to Your Computer
11 Registering Custom Settings (REG. MY SETTINGS) ............... 128Changing the Step Zooming Setting (STEP ZOOM) ................. 130Changing the Auto Power Off Setting (AUTO POWER OFF) ... 131Changing the Operation Sound Setting (OPERATION SOUNDS)....................................................
Page 14 - Appendices
12 7 Appendices 165 Troubleshooting ......................................................................... 165 Error Messages.....................................................................................165Camera Troubleshooting ................................................................
Page 15 - If you are using the
Basic Operations If you are using the camera for the first time, read this section. Packing List ......................... 14Names of Parts .................... 16How to Use the Mode Dial.................................... 18 Picture Display .................... 19Getting Ready .......................
Page 16 - Open the package and make sure all the items are included.; USB Cable; Packing List
14 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 17 - Optional Accessories
If you are u s in g the camera fo r the fi rst ti me, r e ad this secti o n . 15 Note --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- For the latest information about accessories, visit the Ricoh website at http://www.ricohpmmc.com. Camera User Gui...
Page 18 - Camera; Front View; Names of Parts
16 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.18 3 Power Button P.29 4 AF Auxiliary Light P.138 5 Accessory Shoe P.178 6 Strap Eyelet P.14 7 Flash P.40 8 Speaker P.96 9 Terminal Cover ...
Page 19 - 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 . 17 Rear View Item Name Refer to 1 Picture Display P.19 2 Auto Focus/Flash Lamp P.34, 40 3 Strap Eyelet P.14 4 z (Telephoto)/ 8 (Enlarged View) Button P.37, 52 5 Z (Wide-angle)/ 9 (Thumbnail Display) Button P.37, 51 6 ! /MO...
Page 20 - Mode Dial Symbols and Descriptions; How to Use the Mode Dial
18 If you are u s in g the camera fo r the fi rst ti me, r e ad this secti o n . Set the mode dial to the desired mode before shooting still images or movies. 1 Turn the mode dial to the symbol of the function you want to use. Mode Dial Symbols and Descriptions Symbol Function Description Refer to C...
Page 21 - Example of Picture Display when Shooting Pictures; Picture Display
If you are u s in g the camera fo r the fi rst ti me, r e ad this secti o n . 19 Example of Picture Display when Shooting Pictures Item Name Refer to Item Name Refer to 1 Flash Mode P.40 17 Color Depth P.78 2 Macro Shooting P.38 18 Exposure Compensation P.86 3 Self-timer P.48 19 ISO Setting P.90 4 S...
Page 22 - Example of Picture Display During Playback
20 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 23 - 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 . 21 Battery Level Indication A battery symbol appears at the lower right of the picture display to indicate the battery level. Recharge the battery before it is depleted or exchange with new batteries. Caution -------------...
Page 24 - Getting Ready; Turn the power on and get ready to shoot.; About the Battery
22 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 the camera is on, make sure it is turned off before i...
Page 28 - Plug the power cable into an outlet.; Charging the Rechargeable Battery; The rechargeable battery needs to be charged before use.
26 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 into the battery charger, making sure that the and markings on the battery match those on the battery charger. • The battery label should face up. Caution -------------------------------------------...
Page 29 - mark to; 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 . 27 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 31 - To turn the power on:; Using the Camera in playback mode; To turn the power off:; Press the power button.
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 32 - Turn the power on for the first time after purchase.; Press the; 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.• When the MENU/OK button is pressed, the language setting is cancelled...
Page 33 - 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 34 - 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. Note ------------------------------------------------...
Page 36 - 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 . 1 Press the power button to turn the camera on, and turn the mode dial to 5 . 2 Put the subject of your photo in the center of the screen and press the shutter release button halfway. • The camera focuses on the subject...
Page 39 - 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 button or the z button. • You can check the zoom status on the zoom bar of the picture display. 2 Compose your picture and half-press the shutter release button. 3 Full-pres...
Page 40 - 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 button. • N is displayed momentarily at the center of the picture display and then a N is displayed at the top of the screen. 2 Compose your picture and half-press the shutt...
Page 42 - Flash Modes; Using the Flash
40 If you are u s in g the camera fo r the fi rst ti me, r e ad this secti o n . Flash Modes Flash Range for When the Flash Mode is Set to [AUTO] (for when the ISO Setting is set to [AUTO] G P.90) 1 With the camera ready to shoot, press the F button. • The list of the flash mode symbol is displayed ...
Page 44 - Turn the mode dial to CALS.; Press the shutter release button.; Shooting in CALS 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 . 1 Select the picture quality and size in [CALS PIC QUALITY] on the SETUP menu. • For the operating procedure, see P.144. 2 Turn the mode dial to CALS. • The symbol appears on the screen. 3 Press the shutter release butt...
Page 45 - Shooting with My Settings Mode
If you are u s in g the camera fo r the fi rst ti me, r e ad this secti o n . 43 1 Turn the mode dial to MY1 or MY2. • Turn the mode dial to MY1 to make the settings for [SETTING1] in [REG. MY SETTINGS]. • Turn the mode dial to MY2 to make the settings for [SETTING2] in [REG. MY SETTINGS]. 2 Press t...
Page 46 - Scene Modes; Shooting with Optimal Settings According
44 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 Shooting with Optimal Settings According to Shooting Conditions You can use scene mode to select from among five still image modes and movie, and shoot with settings automatically optimized for shooting cond...
Page 47 - Turn the mode dial to SCENE.; Returning to Normal Shooting Mode; Turn the mode dial to
If you are u s in g the camera fo r the fi rst ti me, r e ad this secti o n . 45 Note --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- For information on shooting setting menu items in scene mode, see “Available Settings When Mode Dial is Set to SCE...
Page 48 - Using the Skew Correction Mode
46 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 SCENE. 2 Press the MODE button. • The scene mode selection screen appears. 3 Press the !" buttons to select [SKEW COR MODE]. 4 Press the MENU/OK button. 5 Press...
Page 49 - Shooting in Zoom Macro Mode
If you are u s in g the camera fo r the fi rst ti me, r e ad this secti o n . 47 Note --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- You can also correct the skew of a previously shot still image. ( G P.102) Shooting in Zoom Macro Mode 1 Turn the ...
Page 50 - Using the Self-Timer
48 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 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 sh...
Page 51 - Playing Back Images
If you are u s in g the camera fo r the fi rst ti me, r e ad this secti o n . 49 Playing Back Images 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. • Press the ! bu...
Page 53 - Switching to Single-Picture Display
If you are u s in g the camera fo r the fi rst ti me, r e ad this secti o n . 51 1 Press the 6 (Playback) button. • The last file recorded is displayed. 2 Press the 9 (Thumbnail Display) button. • The screen is divided into 12 frames and thumbnails are displayed. Switching to Single-Picture Display ...
Page 54 - Enlarging Images; You can enlarge a still image displayed on the picture display.
52 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 file recorded 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. N...
Page 55 - Deleting Files; 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 . 53 Deleting Files You can delete unwanted or failed files from the SD memory card or internal memory.You can use the [RECOVER FILE] function to restore needed files that you accidentally deleted. ( G P.112) 1 Press the 6 (...
Page 56 - Deleting All Files
54 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. 2 Press the D (Delete) button. 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,...
Page 57 - Specifying Individual Files to be Deleted
If you are u s in g the camera fo r the fi rst ti me, r e ad this secti o n . 55 Specifying Individual Files to be Deleted 4 Press the !"#$ buttons to select the file you want to delete and press the D button. • The trash symbol is displayed in the upper left corner of the file. 5 Repeat Step 4 ...
Page 58 - Specifying a Range of Files to be Deleted
56 If you are u s in g the camera fo r the fi rst ti me, r e ad this secti o n . Specifying a Range of Files to be Deleted 4 Press ADJ.button. • Press the ADJ. button again to return to the screen for deleting one file at a time. 5 Press the !"#$ buttons to select the starting point of the range...
Page 59 - Changing the Display with; During Shooting Mode
If you are u s in g the camera fo r the fi rst ti me, r e ad this secti o n . 57 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 picture display. During Shooting Mode Grid Guide ------------...
Page 60 - During Playback Mode; Maximizing the Picture Display Brightness
58 If you are u s in g the camera fo r the fi rst ti me, r e ad this secti o n . During Playback Mode White Saturation Highlights Display ------------------------------------------------------- The white saturation areas of the image flash in black. White saturation is the loss of grayscale that ind...
Page 61 - Histogram
If you are u s in g the camera fo r the fi rst ti me, r e ad this secti o n . 59 When Histogram is on, a histogram appears in the lower right corner on the picture display. A histogram is a graph indicating the number of pixels on the vertical axis and the brightness on the horizontal axis (from lef...
Page 63 - Read this section; Various Shooting
Advanced Operations Read this section when you want to learn more about the different camera functions. 1 Various Shooting Functions ....................... 62 2 Shooting/Playing Back Movies ............................ 94 3 Other Playback Functions ....................... 97 4 Direct Printing.........
Page 64 - Using the ADJ. Button
62 V a rio u s S hoo ting Functions 1 1 Various Shooting Functions You can assign four functions from the shooting setting menu to the ADJ. button. By assigning functions to the ADJ. button, you can make settings with fewer button operations and without displaying the shooting setting menu. This is ...
Page 65 - Functions that can be set in Scene Mode
63 V a rio u s S hoo ting Functions 1 Functions that can be Assigned to [ADJ BTN. SET] EXPO.CMP, WHT. BAL., ISO, QUALITY, FOCUS, SHARP, EXPO.MET., CONT MODE, AUTO BKT The functions that can be set with the ADJ. button in scene mode and movie mode differ from those available in auto shooting mode. Th...
Page 67 - buttons on the camera without; With the camera ready to shoot, press the; Gently press the shutter release button all the way.
65 V a rio u s S hoo ting Functions 1 During macro shooting, pressing the ADJ. button allows you to shift the AF target by using the !"#$ buttons on the camera without moving the camera. You can lock the focus ( G P.34) at the position where the AF target is shifted and shoot the picture. This i...
Page 68 - When Mode Dial is Set to; Shooting Setting Menu
66 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 /CALS/MY1/MY2 (*) Not available when the mode dial is set to CALS. Select the...
Page 69 - Available Settings When Mode Dial is Set to SCENE
67 V a rio u s S hoo ting Functions 1 Available Settings When Mode Dial is Set to SCENE The following settings are available when in scene mode. O Available, - Not available Note ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The SETUP menu can be acce...
Page 70 - Using the Menu
68 V a rio u s S hoo ting Functions 1 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. • Press the " button at the bottom item to display the next screen. 3 Press the $ button. • The menu item setti...
Page 71 - Still Images; Choosing Picture Quality Mode/
69 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 • Select the picture quality and size for CALS mode...
Page 72 - Display the shooting setting menu.
70 V a rio u s S hoo ting Functions 1 Note ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- • For picture quality mode, select normal mode (N) or fine mode (F), depending on the desired compression ratio.Normal mode: The compression ratio is high, result...
Page 73 - Focusing Modes; Changing the Focusing Mode
71 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).Select from the following five focusing modes. Focusing Modes 1 Display the shooting setting menu. • For the operating procedure, see P.68. 2 Press the &...
Page 76 - AE Metering Modes; Changing the AE Metering Mode
74 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 AE metering modes. AE Metering Modes 1 Display the shooting setting menu. • For the operating procedure, see P.68. 2 Press the " button to...
Page 77 - Changing the Edge Quality of Still
75 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 Display the shooting setting menu. • For the operating procedure, see P.68. 2 Press the " button to select [SHARPNESS] and press the $ button. 3 Press the !" buttons to selec...
Page 78 - Shooting with Multi-Shot
76 V a rio u s S hoo ting Functions 1 With multi-shot, pictures continue to be taken for as long as you hold down the shutter release button.Still images are recorded one at a time, just as in normal shooting. 1 Display the shooting setting menu. • For the operating procedure, see P.68. 2 Press the ...
Page 80 - Setting the Color Depth
78 V a rio u s S hoo ting Functions 1 You can set the color depth of still images to [STRONG], [NORMAL], [NEUTRAL], or [B&W]. 1 Display the shooting setting menu. • For the operating procedure, see P.68. 2 Press the " button to select [COLOR DEPTH] and press the $ button. 3 Press the !" ...
Page 81 - Shooting Consecutively with
79 V a rio u s S hoo ting Functions 1 The auto bracketing function automatically shoots three consecutive shots at three exposure levels (-0.5EV, ±0, and +0.5EV) based on the set exposure level. 1 Display the shooting setting menu. • For the operating procedure, see P.68. 2 Press the " button to...
Page 82 - Shooting Consecutively with Different White
80 V a rio u s S hoo ting Functions 1 The white balance bracket function automatically records three images - a reddish image, a bluish image, and an image of the current white balance.This is useful if you cannot determine the appropriate white balance. 1 Display the shooting setting menu. • For th...
Page 84 - Using Long Time Exposure
82 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 Display the shooting setting menu...
Page 85 - Shooting Pictures Automatically at
83 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 5 seconds to 3 hours in increments of 5 seconds. 1 Display the shooting setting menu. • For the operating procedure, see P.68. 2 Press the " butto...
Page 87 - Inserting the Date into a Still Image
85 V a rio u s S hoo ting Functions 1 You can insert the date and time (YY/MM/DD hh:mm) or the date (YY/MM/DD) at the lower right of a still image. 1 Display the shooting setting menu. • For the operating procedure, see P.68. 2 Press the " button to select [DATE IMPRINT] and press the $ button. ...
Page 88 - your picture. Normally, if your subject is centered, backlight; For backlighting; Changing the Exposure
86 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 89 - White Balance Modes; Press the ADJ. button or the; Using Natural and Artificial Lighting
87 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 91 - Setting the White Balance Manually
89 V a rio u s S hoo ting Functions 1 1 Press the ADJ. button in shooting mode. 2 Press the ADJ. button or the #$ buttons until the white balance menu appears. 3 Press the !" buttons to select [M]. 4 Point the camera at a piece of paper or something white under the lighting conditions for your p...
Page 92 - Changing the Sensitivity
90 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 93 - Using the Camera Shake Correction
91 V a rio u s S hoo ting Functions 1 You can prevent camera shake by turning on the camera shake correction function.At the time of purchase, the camera shake correction function is set to [OFF]. 1 Display the shooting setting menu. • For the operating procedure, see P.68. 2 Press the " button ...
Page 94 - Shooting with the Edit Detection
92 V a rio u s S hoo ting Functions 1 If you take still images when [EDIT DETECTION] is set to [ON] and download the images to your computer, you can use the provided EC1 software or other edit detection software to check and indicate whether the images were edited after they were shot. 1 Display th...
Page 95 - Returning the Shooting Setting Menu
93 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 Display the shooting setting menu. • For the operating procedure, see P.68. 2 Press the " button to select [RESTORE DEFAULTS] and press the $ button. 3 Press the #$ but...
Page 96 - Shooting/Playing Back Movies; Shooting Movies
94 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 640 × 480 or 320 × 240 pixels.Each movie you shoot is recorded as an AVI file. 1 Turn the mode dial to SCENE. 2 Press the MODE button. • The scene mode selectio...
Page 98 - To playback movies, follow the steps below.; Playing Back Movies
96 S hoot ing/P laying Back M o vi es 2 To playback movies, follow the steps below. 1 Press the 6 (Playback) button. • The last movie shot is displayed.• The first frame of the movie is displayed as a still image. 2 Select to the movie you want to view using the !"#$ buttons. • Press the $ butto...
Page 99 - Other Playback Functions; Playback Setting Menu
97 O th e r Playb ack F u n c ti o n s 3 3 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 101 - You can rotate and record shot still images.
99 O th e r Playb ack F u n c ti o n s 3 You can rotate and record shot still images. 1 Press the 6 (Playback) button. 2 Press the !"#$ buttons to display the file you want to rotate. 3 Press the MENU/OK button. • The playback setting menu appears. 4 Press the " button to select [ROTATION] a...
Page 102 - To change the image size, follow the steps below.
100 O th e r Playb ack F u n c ti o n s 3 You can reduce the image size of a shot still image to create a new file with a different image size. Caution------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Movies cannot be resized. Note ---------------------------...
Page 103 - Correcting the Image Brightness and
101 O th e r Playb ack F u n c ti o n s 3 You can correct the brightness and contrast of a shot still image and record the still image. 1 Press the 6 (Playback) button. 2 Press the !"#$ buttons to display the file with the brightness you want to correct. 3 Press the MENU/OK button. • The playbac...
Page 104 - Straightening Skewed Images
102 O th e r Playb ack F u n c ti o n s 3 You can straighten rectangular objects, such as a message board or business card, shot at an angle, to make them look as if they were shot squarely. 1 Press the 6 (Playback) button. 2 Press the !"#$ buttons to display the file you want to straighten. 3 P...
Page 106 - You can protect files from being accidentally deleted.; Protecting a File
104 O th e r Playb ack F u n c ti o n s 3 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 ...
Page 107 - To protect all your files, follow the steps below.; Protecting All Files
105 O th e r Playb ack F u n c ti o n s 3 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 [AL...
Page 108 - To protect selected files all at once, follow the steps below.; Protecting Multiple Files at Once
106 O th e r Playb ack F u n c ti o n s 3 To protect selected files all at once, follow the steps below. 1 Press the 6 (Playback) button. 2 Press the 9 (Thumbnail Display) button. • The screen is divided into 12 frames and thumbnails are displayed. 3 Press the !"#$ buttons to select the first fi...
Page 109 - Displaying Photos in Order
107 O th e r Playb ack F u n c ti o n s 3 You can display the recorded still images and movie 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 file recorded is displayed. 2 Press the MENU/OK butto...
Page 110 - Insert an SD memory card.; Copying the Contents of the Internal
108 O th e r Playb ack F u n c ti o n s 3 You can copy the contents of the internal memory onto an SD memory card. 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 playback setting menu appears. 6 Press the &#...
Page 111 - Setting DPOF for the Displayed Still Image
109 O th e r Playb ack F u n c ti o n s 3 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 112 - Setting DPOF for All Still Images
110 O th e r Playb ack F u n c ti o n s 3 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 !" bu...
Page 113 - Setting DPOF for Multiple Still Images
111 O th e r Playb ack F u n c ti o n s 3 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. • The screen is divided into 12 frames and thumbnails are displayed. 3 Press the !"#$ butt...
Page 114 - Restoring Deleted Files
112 O th e r Playb ack F u n c ti o n s 3 You can restore all deleted files.Deleted files cannot be restored after performing any of the following operations.• Turning the camera off• Switching from playback mode to shooting mode• Using DPOF, RESIZE, COPY TO CARD, SKEW CORRECTION, CORRECT CONTRAST, ...
Page 115 - Direct Printing; Direct Print Function
113 D irect Pri n tin g 4 4 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 116 - Connect your camera to a printer using the USB cable provided.; Make sure that the camera is off.; Connecting the Camera to a Printer
114 D irect Pri n tin g 4 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 pr...
Page 117 - Printing Still Images; Printing One or All Still Images
115 D irect Pri n tin g 4 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 120 - Printing Several Still Images
118 D irect Pri n tin g 4 1 Check that the printer is ready to print. • The [CONNECTING...] screen appears. 2 Press the ADJ. button. • The Direct Print playback mode screen appears. 3 Press the 9 (Thumbnail Display) button. • The screen is divided into 12 frames and thumbnails are displayed. 4 Press...
Page 122 - Available Layouts; Printing Reports
120 D irect Pri n tin g 4 Select [REPORT PRINT] on the Direct Print menu. You can only select [REPORT PRINT] when the camera is connected to a Ricoh printer that supports PictBridge after setting [PAPER SIZE] to [A4] on the menu.The layout that can be selected depends on the connected printer. For m...
Page 123 - Example of Printed Report with Camera Memo; Printing a Camera Memo on a Report
121 D irect Pri n tin g 4 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 124 - Changing Camera Settings; SETUP Menu
122 C h a n gi ng C a m e ra Setti n g s 5 5 Changing Camera Settings You can change the camera settings by displaying the SETUP menu from the shooting setting menu ( G P.66) or playback setting menu ( G P.97). The SETUP menu enables you to set the items listed in the table below. (*1) The default s...
Page 125 - Using the SETUP Menu
123 C h a n gi ng C a m e ra Setti n g s 5 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 !" buttons to select the desired item. • Press the " button at the bottom item to display the...
Page 127 - To format a card, follow the steps below.; Display the SETUP menu.; Preparing the SD Memory Card
125 C h a n gi ng C a m e ra Setti n g s 5 If an error message such as [CARD ERROR] is displayed when an SD memory card is loaded in the camera or the card has been used with a computer or different digital camera, you must format the card with this camera prior to use.Formatting is the process of p...
Page 128 - To format the internal memory, follow the steps below.; Formatting the Internal Memory
126 C h a n gi ng C a m e ra Setti n g s 5 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...
Page 129 - Adjusting the Brightness of the
127 C h a n gi ng C a m e ra Setti n g s 5 To adjust the brightness of the picture display, follow the steps below. 1 Display the SETUP menu. • For the operating procedure, see P.123. 2 Press the " button to select [LCD BRIGHTNESS] and press the $ button. • The screen for setting the brightness ...
Page 130 - Registering Custom Settings
128 C h a n gi ng C a m e ra Setti n g s 5 The My Settings function allows you to easily shoot with your desired settings.You can register two groups of settings as “My Settings”. Setting the mode dial to MY1 allows you to shoot with the settings registered in [SETTING1]. Setting the mode dial to MY...
Page 132 - To set step zooming, follow the steps below.; Changing the Step Zooming Setting
130 C h a n gi ng C a m e ra Setti n g s 5 Step zooming allows you to set the focal length of the zoom so that it stops at six levels (28, 35, 50, 85, 105, 140 mm, equivalent to that on a 35 mm camera). To set step zooming, follow the steps below. 1 Display the SETUP menu. • For the operating proced...
Page 133 - To change the auto power off setting, follow the steps below.; Changing the Auto Power Off Setting
131 C h a n gi ng C a m e ra Setti n g s 5 If you do not operate the camera for a set period of time, it shuts 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 t...
Page 134 - To change the operation sound settings, follow the steps below.; Changing the Operation Sound
132 C h a n gi ng C a m e ra Setti n g s 5 During operation, the camera generates four types of sounds: start sound, shutter release sound, focus sound, and beep sound. To change the operation sound settings, follow the steps below. 1 Display the SETUP menu. • For the operating procedure, see P.123....
Page 135 - The operation sound volume can be changed.
133 C h a n gi ng C a m e ra Setti n g s 5 The operation sound volume can be changed. To change the operation sound volume, follow the steps below. 1 Display the SETUP menu. • For the operating procedure, see P.123. 2 Press the " button to select [VOL. SETTINGS] and press the $ button. 3 Press t...
Page 136 - To change the image confirmation time, follow the steps below.; Changing Image Confirmation Time
134 C h a n gi ng C a m e ra Setti n g s 5 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 0.5 seconds, but this can be changed. To change the image confirmati...
Page 137 - Using the Auto Resize Zoom
135 C h a n gi ng C a m e ra Setti n g s 5 This function allows you to crop and record an image when shooting. Conventional digital zoom enlarges a portion of an image to a set magnification. However, auto resize zoom saves the cropped portion of the image so the image quality is not be decreased. T...
Page 139 - Assigning a Function to the ADJ.
137 C h a n gi ng C a m e ra Setti n g s 5 When functions are assigned to the ADJ. button, you can display various shooting setting screens with fewer button operations and without displaying the shooting setting menu.You can use [ADJ BTN. SET.1] to [ADJ BTN. SET.4] to assign camera functions that c...
Page 140 - Changing the AF Auxiliary Light
138 C h a n gi ng C a m e ra Setti n g s 5 You can set whether to use the AF auxiliary light when shooting with auto focus.When [AF AUX. LIGHT] is set to [ON], the AF auxiliary light lights when it is difficult to measure the distance with auto focus when shooting in dark surroundings, and the auto ...
Page 141 - The following icons are enlarged in normal symbol display (; Enlarging Icon Display
139 C h a n gi ng C a m e ra Setti n g s 5 The following icons are enlarged in normal symbol display ( G P.57). Flash, Macro Shooting, Self-timer, White balance, Focus, Exposure compensation, ISO setting When the icons are enlarged, the following items are not displayed: Zoom bar/Focus bar, Date imp...
Page 142 - To change the file name setting, follow the steps below.; Changing File Name Settings
140 C h a n gi ng C a m e ra Setti n g s 5 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 ...
Page 145 - To change the display language, follow the steps below.; Changing the Display Language
143 C h a n gi ng C a m e ra Setti n g s 5 You can change the language displayed on the screen.The default setting varies depending on where you purchased the camera. To change the display language, follow the steps below. 1 Display the SETUP menu. • For the operating procedure, see P.123. 2 Press t...
Page 146 - Selecting the Picture Quality and
144 C h a n gi ng C a m e ra Setti n g s 5 You can select the picture quality and size in CALS mode from the following. N3264(8M), N2592(5M), N2048(3M), N1600(2M), F1280(1M), N1280(1M), N640(VGA) At the time of purchase, [CALS PIC QUALITY] is set to [N1280(1M)] (No. of pixels: Normal 1280 × 960, fil...
Page 147 - Changing the Camera Memo Mode
145 C h a n gi ng C a m e ra Setti n g s 5 Image files shot with the camera contain an area where information can be added. The camera memo function allows you to use this area to add a memo about the picture. Before shooting a still image with a camera memo, select [CAMERA MEMO MODE] from [MODE1] o...
Page 148 - Displaying the Date and Time at
146 C h a n gi ng C a m e ra Setti n g s 5 When [START DATE/TIME] is set to [ON], the next time you turn the camera on and select a shooting mode, the current date and time appear on the picture display for 4 seconds. 1 Display the SETUP menu. • For the operating procedure, see P.123. 2 Press the &#...
Page 149 - • You can download images without using the RICOH Gate La; For Windows
147 6 Dow n lo adin g Im ages to Y o u r Compu ter 6 Downloading Images to Your Computer Refer to P.163 for Macintosh. You can download images to a computer using either of the following methods.• You can use the supplied RICOH Gate La software to collectively download images automatically. To use t...
Page 150 - System Requirements for Using the supplied
148 6 Dow n lo adin g Im ages to Y o u r Compu ter The following environments are necessary for using the supplied CD-ROM.Please check your computer, or the computer’s user manual. Caution------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ • The supplied CD-ROM...
Page 152 - The following software will be installed:; When [Installing the software] is Clicked
150 6 Dow n lo adin g Im ages to Y o u r Compu ter The following software will be installed: Caution------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ • Do not install the software when the camera is connected to your computer with a USB cable. • If software i...
Page 153 - Here is an example of the Windows XP screen.
151 6 Dow n lo adin g Im ages to Y o u r Compu ter Here is an example of the Windows XP screen. 1 Start your computer and insert the supplied CD-ROM in the CD-ROM drive. Operating systems other than Windows Vista • The installer screen appears automatically. Windows Vista • The Autorun screen appear...
Page 154 - Restart your computer.
152 6 Dow n lo adin g Im ages to Y o u r Compu ter 5 Confirm where you want to install and then click [Next]. • The [Select Program Folder] screen appears. 6 Confirm the destination location and then click [Next]. • The Irodio Photo & Video Studio installer starts. Install Irodio Photo & Vid...
Page 155 - Follow the on-screen instructions and install EC1.
153 6 Dow n lo adin g Im ages to Y o u r Compu ter EC1 edit detection software for checking whether images have been edited will be installed. To use EC1, if you take still images with [EDIT DETECTION] set to [ON] on the shooting setting menu ( G P.92) and transfer the images on your computer, EC1 w...
Page 156 - When [Installing DeskTopBinder Lite] is Clicked
154 6 Dow n lo adin g Im ages to Y o u r Compu ter The following software will be installed: 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 crea...
Page 158 - Acrobat Reader
156 6 Dow n lo adin g Im ages to Y o u r Compu ter You can check folders and files on the CD-ROM. The CD-ROM contains not only the software installed by clicking [Installing the software] but also Acrobat Reader software. This software product can be installed on Windows.For the installation of Acro...
Page 159 - Uninstalling the Software; Caplio Software
157 6 Dow n lo adin g Im ages to Y o u r Compu ter 3 Double-click the [Acrobat] folder. 4 Double-click the [English] folder. 5 Double-click [ar500enu] (ar500enu.exe). • A screen appears to confirm user account management for Windows Vista. Select [Continue]. 6 Install Acrobat Reader by following the...
Page 161 - Make sure the camera power is off.; Downloading Images Using the RICOH Gate La
159 6 Dow n lo adin g Im ages to Y o u r Compu ter After installing the software on your computer, connect your camera to the computer. 1 Make sure the camera power is off. 2 Connect the USB cable to the USB port of your computer. 3 Connect the USB cable to the USB terminal of your camera. • Your ca...
Page 162 - Make sure that the camera power is off.; Downloading Images Without Using RICOH
160 6 Dow n lo adin g Im ages to Y o u r Compu ter You can download images from the camera to a computer without having to use software. 1 Make sure that the camera power is off. 2 Connect the accessory USB cable to a USB port of your computer. 3 Connect the USB cable to the USB terminal of your cam...
Page 164 - Disconnect the USB cable.; Disconnecting the Camera from Your Computer
162 6 Dow n lo adin g Im ages to Y o u r Compu ter Perform the following operations when disconnecting the camera from your computer. (The display is an example of Windows XP. The terms are different for other operating systems but the operations are the same.) 1 Double-click the [Safely Remove Hard...
Page 165 - For Macintosh; Downloading Images to Your Computer
163 6 Dow n lo adin g Im ages to Y o u r Compu ter Refer to P.147 for Windows. This camera supports the following Macintosh operating systems.• Mac OS 9.0 to 9.2.2• Mac OS X 10.1.2 to 10.5.1 Caution------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ • You canno...
Page 167 - ppe; Troubleshooting; Error Messages
165 7 A ppe ndic e s 7 Appendices If an error message is displayed on the screen, take the corresponding action. Troubleshooting Error Messages Error Message Cause and Action Refer to INSERT CARD No card is loaded. Insert a card. P.27 SET DATE. The date is not set. Set the date. P.142 FILE NUMBER OV...
Page 168 - Camera Troubleshooting; Power Supply
166 7 A ppe ndic 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 battery correctly.When using the dedicated rechargeable battery or AAA nickel-hydrogen batteries, charge the batteries as required. Wh...
Page 172 - Other Problems
170 7 A ppe ndic e s A file cannot be deleted. The file is protected. Unprotect the file. P.104 The SD memory card is locked. Unlock the card. P.25 Cannot format the SD memory card. The SD memory card is locked. Unlock the card. P.25 Other Problems Problem Cause Solution Refer to Cannot load the SD ...
Page 173 - When this warning message is displayed:; Software and Computer Troubleshooting; Warning Messages Under Windows XP Service Pack 2
171 7 A ppe ndic 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 or Windows Vista installed, the following warning message may appear at software activation or USB conn...
Page 175 - Specifications
173 7 A ppe ndic e s Specifications No. of effective pixels (camera) Approx. 10 million pixels Image Sensor 1/2.3" CCD (Total 10.30 million pixels) Lens Focal Length 5.0 mm to 25 mm (equivalent to 28 mm to 140 mm on a 35-mm camera) F-aperture F3.5 to F5.5 Shooting Distance Normal shooting: appro...
Page 178 - Number of Images That Can be Stored in
176 7 A ppe ndic 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 179 - The G600 can be used with the items (sold separately) listed below.; Using a Wide Conversion Lens
177 7 A ppe ndic e s The G600 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 camera. Caution...
Page 180 - • Pre-flash support function (flash is synchronized with the second; Using the External Flash
178 7 A ppe ndic e s You can attach an external flash and other accessories (available in stores) to the accessory shoe.You can only use an external flash equipped with both of the following functions.• Slave flash function (flash is triggered in response to the firing of another flash) • Pre-flash ...
Page 181 - Functions Whose Defaults are
179 7 A ppe ndic 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 reset Functions Whose Defaults are Restored When Camera is T...
Page 183 - Using the AC Adapter
181 7 A ppe ndic e s Use of the optional AC adapter is recommended when you use the camera for long periods, such as when you are recording a movie, using interval shooting or reviewing images, and when the camera is connected to a computer. 1 Make sure that the camera is off. 2 Turn the battery/car...
Page 184 - Disconnecting the AC Adapter; Unplug the power plug from the outlet.
182 7 A ppe ndic e s Disconnecting the AC Adapter Make sure the camera is turned off before disconnecting the AC adapter. 1 Unplug the power plug from the outlet. 2 Press and release the hook. The AC adapter coupler will be ejected. Pull the coupler out of the camera. 3 Close the battery/card cover ...
Page 185 - Using Your Camera Abroad
183 7 A ppe ndic e s Using Your Camera Abroad AC Adapter (Model: AC-4c), Battery Charger (Model: BJ-6)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 agent o...
Page 186 - Waterproofing; Cautions on Use
184 7 A ppe ndic e s Waterproofing • This camera conforms to the specifications for JIS/IEC waterproof grade 7 and JIS/IEC dustproof grade 6 (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....
Page 188 - Care; Care and Storage
186 7 A ppe ndic 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 dust ...
Page 189 - Use and Storage; Replacing the rubber packing
187 7 A ppe ndic e s Use and Storage • Please avoid using or storing your camera in the following kinds of places, as this may damage the camera. Places with severe vibration.Places where it is in direct contact with vinyl or rubber products or chemicals, including mothballs or other insect repellen...
Page 190 - Warranty and Servicing
188 7 A ppe ndic 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 or y...
Page 191 - INFORMATION TO THE USER; USA FCC Part15 Class B; COMPLIANCE INFORMATION STATEMENT; Note to Users in Canada
189 7 A ppe ndic e s INFORMATION TO THE USER USA FCC Part15 Class B The 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 in a resid...
Page 192 - Index
190 A Accessory Shoe .................. 16, 178Acrobat Reader ......................... 156ADJ BTN. SET.1/2/3/4 .............. 137ADJ./MEMO Button ......... 17, 62, 96AE METERING............................ 74AF AUX. LIGHT ......................... 138AF Auxiliary Light .................. 16, 48AF t...
Page 195 - 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 196 - If a problem arises; Camera User Guide
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 ...
