Ricoh THETA SC2 User manual
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RICOH THETA SC2
User Guide
Menu List
Preparation
Updating the Camera Firmware
Shooting Still Images
Shooting Videos
Shooting in the Preset Shooting Modes
Viewing and Sharing Using a Smartphone
Viewing and Sharing Using a Computer
Changing the Settings
Troubleshooting
Additional Information
This user guide provides more detailed explanations on how to use RICOH THETA SC2.
Content included and images used in this guide may differ from those of the actual device depending on the app or
firmware version.
Update the camera unit firmware to the latest version before using the camera. See below for how to update the firmware
to the latest version.
Updating the Camera Firmware
See below for a history of firmware version updates.
https://support.theta360.com/en/download/firmware/sc2/
See below for the details of apps available for RICOH THETA SC2.
https://theta360.com/en/about/application/
Images of the basic app for smartphone used throughout this guide are from “RICOH THETA for iPhone” (the basic app for
iOS). There may be some differences from “RICOH THETA for Android” (the basic app for Android).
* There are some differences between functions provided by the iOS app and Android app.
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Preparation
Checking the Package
Names of Camera Parts
Charging
Turning the Power On/Off
Downloading the App
Connecting to a Smartphone via Wireless LAN
Connecting to a Smartphone via Bluetooth®
Connecting to a Bluetooth®Accessory
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Checking the Package
When opening the package, check that the following items are included:
RICOH THETA SC2
USB cable
Soft case
Quick Start Guide
Important Message to Customers
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Names of Camera Parts
This section explains the names and functions of the buttons, lamps, etc. on the camera.
1. Speaker
2. Microphone
3. Lens
Caution
Be careful when handling the lens section to avoid damage.
4. Shutter button
Press to capture images.
5. OLED panel
Displays the shooting mode, battery level, etc.
6. Power lamp
Indicates the power status. (Details)
7. Power button
Turns the power on and off.
8. Wireless button
Turns on and off the wireless LAN function (Details) and Bluetooth®function (Details).
9. Mode button
Switches the shooting mode.
10. Self-timer button
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Switches the shooting method between “Normal shooting” and “Self-timer shooting”.
Enables the connection to Bluetooth®accessories when the button is pressed and held.
For the accessories with which proper operation has been confirmed, see the RICOH website.
11. USB terminal (Micro-B)
Used to connect the camera to a computer via the provided USB cable. (Details)
Caution
It may take time for the battery to charge or the battery may not charge at all when a USB cable other than the
provided USB cable is used.
12. Tripod mount hole
Caution
When using the tripod, take care not to overtighten the screw.
Information Displayed on the OLED Panel
1. Communication status
: Wireless LAN function set to on
: Bluetooth®function set to on
2. Shooting mode
: Still image shooting mode
: Video shooting mode
, , : Preset shooting mode (You can change the preset shooting mode according to the shooting scene using the
basic app for smartphone.)
: During video recording
: Camera unit high-temperature warning (Details)
: Memory capacity warning
: Error
3. Battery level / Self-timer status / Bluetooth®accessory connection status
to : Battery level (100% to 0%)
: Battery error
: Self-timer shooting
: Bluetooth®accessory connected
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Charging
The built-in battery needs to be charged before use.
1. Connect the camera to the computer using the provided USB cable.
The power lamp lights green when charging starts.
The power lamp is unlit when charging is complete.
2. Remove the USB cable after charging is complete.
Caution
Use the provided USB cable for charging. It may take time for the battery to charge or the battery may not charge
at all when a USB cable other than the provided USB cable is used.
Connect the cable directly to a USB port on the computer. Do not connect the cable via a USB hub. It may not be
possible to charge via some USB hubs.
When charging, be sure to insert and remove the USB cable while the computer is turned on. If the computer is
restarted while the USB cable is inserted, the computer may not recognize the camera.
Charging Time
The camera is charged in approx. 270 minutes (at 25°C (77°F)).
The time described above is a guide for full charging. The charging time differs according to the remaining battery
level.
If the remaining battery level is low, it may take time for the camera to be recognized by the computer.
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Turning the Power On/Off
When charging of the built-in battery is complete, turn on the power.
1. Press the power button.
The power lamp and OLED panel turn on.
Press the power button again to turn off the power.
Power Lamp
The lamp indicates the camera power status.
Lit in white:
The power is on.
Lit in green:
The battery is charging.
Flashing in red:
The power is turning off.
Unlit:
Charging is complete, the camera is in the sleep mode or light/sound off mode, or the power is off.
When the camera is connected to a computer with a USB cable, the lamp lights green and the battery is charged.
The lamp is unlit when charging is complete.
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Downloading the App
This camera captures great images. You can also use a smartphone app for shooting, viewing, and sharing
images from your smartphone.
The following apps for smartphone are available for this camera.
Basic app:
RICOH THETA (iOS app and Android app)
Editing app:
RICOH THETA+ (iOS app and Android app)
1. Access the app download service that is compatible with your smartphone.
2. Search for “RICOH THETA”.
3. Follow the instructions on the screen to download the app.
An icon ( ) is displayed on the home screen when the download is complete.
The apps for computer are also available. See below for details on each app and the latest information about apps.
https://theta360.com/en/about/application/
Installing the App for Computer
There are some differences between functions provided by the “RICOH THETA for iPhone” (iOS app) and “RICOH
THETA for Android” (Android app). The screens of “RICOH THETA for iPhone” (iOS app) are used as examples in this
user guide.
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Connecting to a
Smartphone via Wireless
LAN
Connecting to a Smartphone via Wireless LAN
When the camera is connected to a smartphone via a wireless LAN, you can use the smartphone to capture
images remotely, view images, and make function settings.
1. Turn on the power of the camera.
2. Press the wireless button.
The wireless LAN function is turned on, and flashes on the OLED panel.
3. Turn on the Wi-FiTM function of the smartphone.
4. Start the basic app for smartphone, and then tap .
Follow the instructions on the screen to connect the camera to the smartphone.
When the wireless LAN connection is complete, becomes lit.
Connecting by Specifying the SSID
1. Turn on the power of the camera.
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2. Press the wireless button.
The wireless LAN function is turned on, and flashes on the OLED panel.
3. Display the Wi-FiTM settings of the smartphone.
4. Select the SSID of the camera from the network list and enter the password.
The serial number printed at the bottom of the camera is the same as the SSID and password.
The SSID is “THETA + Serial number indicated by (B) + .OSC” (in this case “THETAYP00001017.OSC”). The password
is the numbers indicated by (A) (in this case “00001017”).
The password can be changed using the basic app for smartphone.
Checking and Changing the Camera Settings
The password is initialized by pressing and holding the wireless button and mode button simultaneously while the
power is on. The power turns off automatically at this time.
When the wireless LAN connection is complete, becomes lit.
Date and Time Settings
The date and time of the camera are synchronized with the smartphone or computer when the camera is
connected to the basic app.
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Smartphone via Bluetooth®
Connecting to a Smartphone via Bluetooth®
When the camera is connected to a smartphone via the Bluetooth®, you can use the smartphone to capture
images remotely and make function settings.
1. Turn on the power of the camera.
2. Turn on the Bluetooth®function of the smartphone.
3. Connect the camera to a smartphone via a wireless LAN.
Connecting to a Smartphone via Wireless LAN
4. Start the basic app for smartphone, and then tap [Settings].
The [Settings] screen is displayed.
5. Tap [Cam Bluetooth settings].
The [Cam Bluetooth settings] screen is displayed.
6. Tap [Register].
Date and Time Settings
The date and time of the camera are synchronized with the smartphone or computer when the camera is
connected to the basic app.
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Bluetooth®Accessory
Connecting to a Bluetooth®Accessory
An accessory can be connected to the camera via Bluetooth®.
1. Turn on the power of the camera.
2. Set the Bluetooth®accessory to a pairing state or connection standby state.
See the manual of the Bluetooth®accessory for details.
3. Press and hold the self-timer button.
The camera enters the pairing state, and flashes on the OLED panel.
4. Connect the Bluetooth®accessory to the camera according to the manual of the accessory.
When the Bluetooth®accessory connection is complete, becomes lit.
Disconnecting the Bluetooth®Accessory from the Camera
1. Press and hold the self-timer button.
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turns off, and the Bluetooth®accessory is disconnected from the camera.
Resetting the Bluetooth®Connection Information
When you want to connect another Bluetooth®accessory to the camera or when the accessory cannot be
connected correctly, press and hold the wireless button and mode button simultaneously to reset the
Bluetooth®connection information.
Caution
If you reset the Bluetooth®connection information, the wireless LAN password is also reset.
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Top >Updating the Camera
Firmware
Updating the Camera Firmware
Updating the Camera Firmware Using a Computer
Updating the Camera Firmware Using a Smartphone
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Firmware >Updating the Camera
Firmware Using a Computer
Updating the Camera Firmware Using a Computer
The camera firmware can be updated using the basic app for computer.
The app is required to update the firmware. Download the app from the following site.
https://support.theta360.com/en/download/
1. Start the basic app for computer.
2. Select [File] →[Firmware Update] in the menu.
3. Follow the instructions on the screen to connect the camera to the computer using the provided USB cable.
4. Select [To next].
5. Check the current version and available version, and select [To next].
The firmware file transfer starts.
6. When “Transfer Done” is displayed, follow the instructions on the screen to update the firmware on the
device.
Caution
Fully insert the USB cable when connecting it.
Do not disconnect the camera from the computer during the firmware file transfer.
and flash alternately on the OLED panel of the camera during the firmware update.
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