Ricoh Caplio 500SE User manual

Camera User Guide
The serial number of this product is
given on the bottom face of the camera.
Note
Do not connect the USB cable yet!
If you connect the camera to a computer through the USB
cable before installing the provided software on the
computer, the software required for connection between
camera and computer may not be installed correctly. Be
sure to connect the camera to your computer after
installing the provided software. (GP.128)
Basic Operations
If you are using the camera for the
first time, read this section.
This section provides a basic overview of
how to turn on the camera, take pictures
and play back pictures.
Advanced Operations
Read this section when you want
to learn more about the different
camera functions.
This section provides more detailed
information about the functions used to
take pictures and play back pictures, as
well as information on how to customize
the camera settings, print pictures, and
use the camera with a computer.

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.
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Safety Precautions For the safe use of your camera, be sure to read the safety precautions
thoroughly.
Test Shooting Please be sure to do some test shooting to make sure it is recording
properly before normal use.
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Warranty This product is manufactured to local specifications and the warranty is valid
within the country of purchase. Should the product fail or malfunction while
you are abroad, the manufacturer assumes no responsibility for servicing
the product locally or bearing the expenditure incurred thereof.
Radio Interference Operating this product in the vicinity of other electronic equipment may
adversely affect the performance of both devices. In particular, operating
the camera close to a radio or television may lead to interference. If
interference occurs, follow the procedures below.
•Move the camera as far away as possible from the TV, radio or other
device.
•Reorient the TV or radio antenna.
•Plug the devices into separate electrical outlets.
Preface

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Telephone Support Numbers in Europe

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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 information on ImageMixer, contact the Customer Support Center
below.
North America (Los Angeles) TEL: [phone]
Europe (U.K.) TEL: [phone]
Asia (Philippines) TEL: [phone]
China TEL: [phone]
Business hours: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
“Camera User Guide” (This booklet)
This guide explains the usage and functions of the camera. It
also explains how to install the provided software on your
computer.
* The “Camera User Guide” (English edition) is available from
the provided CD-ROM as a PDF file.
“Software User Guide” (PDF file)
This guide explains how to download images from the camera
to your computer and display and edit them on your computer.
* The “Software User Guide” is available in the following
folders on the provided CD-ROM.
Using the Manuals
“Camera User Guide”
(English edition) (PDF file)
Each language has its own
“Software User Guide” in
the respective folder.
To copy the Software User Guide onto your hard disk, copy
the PDF file from the above folder directly to your hard disk.

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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 camera comes with a wide-angle
optical zoom (3.0×) lens for a wide shooting
range of between 28 mm and 85 mm*. Add
the optional wide conversion lens to extend
the shooting range to 22 mm* for even
wider angle shooting.
*Equivalent to that on a 35mm camera
Antiblur function minimizes blurring
(P.63)
Turn on the antiblur function to raise the
ISO setting and minimize blurring when
shooting.
Built-in flash with a maximum range of
10 m
(P.39)
The built-in flash has a maximum range of
10 m when used in wide-angle mode and
6.5 m when used in telephoto mode. This
enables you to take a wider variety of
pictures. You can also attach an external
flash.
Power your camera in one of three ways
(P.20)
You can power the camera using the
optional rechargeable battery, AA alkaline
or nickel-hydrogen batteries, or the optional
AC adapter for convenient shooting
anytime, anywhere.
Key Features

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Large LCD monitor and optical
viewfinder
Depending on the subject and shooting
conditions, you can use either the 2.5-inch
LCD monitor or the real optical viewfinder to
compose your shots. Taken pictures can be
viewed on the large, bright LCD monitor.
ADJ. (Adjust) button enables easier
camera operations (P.56)
The ADJ. button simplifies the camera
setting procedures. It allows you to make
adjustments with minimum steps for
settings, such as the exposure
compensation and white balance. You can
also assign a function as required.
Take close-up shots 1 cm (5 mm from
the very front of the camera) away (P.38)
The unsurpassed macro shooting function
allows you to capture details from a very
close distance at only approximately 1 cm
(5 mm from the very front of the camera).
Skew correction mode helps straighten
skewed images (P.40)
In skew correction mode, a rectangular
object shot at an angle can be straightened
to look as if it were shot squarely. With the
simple touch of a button, you can straighten
skewed images of objects such as a
message board, a display panel, or a name
card.
High sensitivity mode for shooting in
dimly lit places (P.40)
The high sensitivity mode enables shooting
in dark places. The LCD monitor becomes
brighter, making it easier to compose the
shot.

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Direct printing without the use of a
computer (P.98)
A Direct Print-compatible printer can be
connected to the camera with the USB
cable to directly transfer images to the
printer. This allows for easy printing without
using a computer.
You can also print reports and camera memos.
Camera memos enable easy sorting,
searching and management of images
Load memo items preset with a computer
and add them to shot still images. There are
two types of camera memos: text and voice
memos.
For details about camera memos, refer to
the “Software User Guide” (PDF file P.24).
Bluetooth®function for wireless
connectivity (P.154)
The integrated Bluetooth®function allows
you to wirelessly send still images to a
Bluetooth®-enabled computer and
wirelessly print still images on a Bluetooth®-
enabled printer.
Shoot with GPS information (P.180)
You can connect the camera to a
Bluetooth®-enabled GPS receiver or
external GPS module and shoot still
images with latitude/longitude, position and
distance information.
Shot images can be used with various GIS
(Geographic Information System)
applications.
Wireless LAN function (Only for Caplio
500SE-W) (P.191)
You can send images to wireless LAN-
enabled computers. Send images as e-mail
attachments or send them to the FTP
server.
Access point

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Contents
Using the Manuals......................................................................... 1
Key Features ................................................................................. 2
Contents ........................................................................................ 5
Packing List ................................................................................. 12
Names of Parts............................................................................ 14
How to Use the Mode Dial........................................................... 16
LCD Monitor Display ................................................................... 17
Getting Ready ............................................................................. 20
About the Battery ....................................................................................20
SD Memory Card (available in stores) ....................................................22
Charging the Rechargeable Battery (sold separately) ............................24
Loading the Battery and SD Memory Card .............................................25
Using the AC Adapter (sold separately)..................................................27
Turning the Power On/Off .......................................................................29
Setting the Language..............................................................................30
Setting the Date and Time ......................................................................31
Basic Shooting ............................................................................ 32
Holding the Camera ................................................................................32
Shooting..................................................................................................34
Using the Zoom Function........................................................................37
Shooting Close-Ups (Macro Shooting)....................................................38
Using the Flash .......................................................................................39
Shooting with Optimal Settings According to Shooting Conditions.........40
Shooting in CALS Mode..........................................................................44
tUsing the Self-Timer ...........................................................................45
Playing Back Images................................................................... 46
Reviewing the Image You Just Took (Quick Review) .............................46
Viewing Your Images ..............................................................................47
Three-frame View/List View (Thumbnail Display) ...................................48
Magnifying Images..................................................................................50
Deleting Files............................................................................... 51
Deleting a File .........................................................................................51
Deleting All Files .....................................................................................51
Deleting Multiple Files at One Time ........................................................52
Changing the Display with the DISP. Button ............................... 54
Maximizing the LCD Monitor Brightness.................................................54
Basic Operations 11
If you are using the camera for the first time, read this section.

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1 Various Shooting Functions 56
Using the ADJ. Button ................................................................. 56
Settings by Mode ....................................................................................56
Changing the Text Density (SCENE)......................................................57
Shifting the AF Target (Macro)................................................................58
Shooting Setting Menu ................................................................ 59
Using the Menu.......................................................................................60
Choosing Picture Quality Mode/Image Size
(PIC QUALITY/SIZE)............................................................... 61
Shooting with the Antiblur Function (ANTIBLUR)........................ 63
Changing the Focusing Mode (FOCUS)...................................... 64
Manual Focus Shooting (MF)..................................................................65
Changing the Light Metering (PHOTOMETRY)........................... 67
Changing the Edge Quality of Still Images (SHARPNESS) ........ 68
Shooting with Multi-Shot (S-CONT/M-CONT) ............................. 69
Viewing an S-CONT or M-CONT Still Image in Enlarged
Display Mode ......................................................................................71
Setting the Color Depth (COLOR DEPTH).................................. 72
Using Long Time Exposure (TIME EXPOSURE) ........................ 73
Shooting Pictures Automatically at Set Intervals (INTERVAL).... 74
Shooting a Still Image with Sound (IMAGE WITH SOUND)........ 76
Inserting the Date into a Still Image (DATE IMPRINT)................ 77
Changing the Exposure (EXPOSURE COMP.)........................... 78
Using Natural and Artificial Lighting (WHITE BALANCE)............ 79
Setting the White Balance Manually (MANUAL SETTINGS)..................80
Changing the Sensitivity (ISO SETTING).................................... 81
Returning the Shooting Setting Menu Settings to their Defaults
(RESTORE DEFAULTS) ......................................................... 82
2 Shooting/Playing Back Movies 83
3Shooting Movies ................................................................................83
Setting the Frame Rate (FRAME RATE) ................................................84
Playing Back Movies...............................................................................85
3 Recording/Playing Back Sound 86
2Recording Sound.................................................................................86
Playing Back Sound................................................................................87
Advanced Operations 55
Read this section when you want to learn more about the different camera
functions.

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4 Other Playback Functions 88
Playback Setting Menu................................................................ 88
Using the Menu.......................................................................................88
Displaying Photos in Order Automatically (SLIDE SHOW) ......... 89
Write-protecting Files (PROTECT).............................................. 90
Protecting a File ......................................................................................90
Protecting All Files ..................................................................................91
Protecting Multiple Files at Once ............................................................92
Using a Printing Service (DPOF)................................................. 93
Setting DPOF for the Displayed Still Image ............................................93
Setting DPOF for All Still Images ............................................................94
Setting DPOF for Multiple Still Images....................................................95
Changing the Image Size (RESIZE)............................................ 96
Copying the Contents of the Internal Memory to
an SD Memory Card (COPY TO CARD) ................................. 97
5 Direct Printing 98
Direct Print Function.................................................................... 98
Connecting the Camera to a Printer............................................ 99
Printing Still Images................................................................... 100
Printing One or All Still Images .............................................................100
Printing Several Still Images .................................................................102
Printing Reports ....................................................................................104
Printing a Camera Memo on a Report ..................................................105
6 Changing Camera Settings 106
SETUP Menu ............................................................................ 106
Using the SETUP Menu........................................................................107
Preparing the SD Memory Card (FORMAT [CARD]) ................ 109
Formatting the Internal Memory (FORMAT [INT. MEM.]).......... 110
Adjusting the Brightness of the LCD Monitor
(LCD BRIGHTNESS)............................................................. 111
Assigning a Function to the ADJ. Button (ADJ BTN. SET.)....... 112
Changing the Auto Power Off Setting (AUTO POWER OFF) ... 113
Changing the Beep Sound Setting (BEEP SOUND) ................. 114
Changing the Beep Sound Volume (VOL. SETTINGS)............. 115
Changing Image Confirmation Time (LCD CONFIRM.) ............ 116
Changing File Name Settings (SEQUENTIAL NO.) .................. 117
Setting the Date and Time (DATE SETTINGS)......................... 119
Changing the Display Language (LANGUAGE/N) ............... 120
Changing the Step Zooming Setting (STEP ZOOM)................. 121

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Displaying a Settings Change Warning
(SHTG STGS WARNG.)........................................................ 122
Changing the USB Setting (USB CONNECTION)..................... 123
Enlarging Icon Display (ENLGE PHOTO ICON) ....................... 125
Registering the Power-on Settings (REG. MY SETTINGS) ...... 126
Changing the Startup Settings (START SETTINGS) ................ 127
7 Downloading Images to Your Computer 128
For Windows ............................................................................. 128
Using the Caplio Software CD-ROM.....................................................129
System Requirements for Using Caplio Software CD-ROM .................133
Installing the Software Required for Handling the Camera and
Images on Your Computer................................................................134
Installing the DeskTopBinder Lite .........................................................136
Installing Other Software on Your Computer ........................................138
Uninstalling the Software ......................................................................140
For Macintosh............................................................................ 142
Using the Caplio Software CD-ROM.....................................................142
System Requirements for Using the Caplio Software CD-ROM ...........144
Installing the Software Required for Handling the Camera and
Images on Your Computer (Mac OS 8.6 to 9.2.2) ............................145
Installing the Software Required for Handling the Camera and
Images on Your Computer (Mac OS X 10.1.2 to 10.4.6)..................146
Uninstalling the Software ......................................................................148
Connecting the Camera to Your Computer ............................... 149
Using the Caplio Software to Download Images...................................150
Downloading Images in Mass Storage Mode........................................151
Disconnecting the Camera from Your Computer ..................................153
8 Using the Bluetooth®Function 154
About the Bluetooth®Function.................................................. 154
Expanded Settings Menu .......................................................... 155
Using the Expanded Settings Menu......................................................155
Sending Still Images to a Printer (PRINT)................................. 157
Printing One or All Still Images .............................................................157
Printing Several Still Images .................................................................159
Entering an Authentication Passkey for a Destination Device ..............162
Sending Still Images to Your Computer (FILE SEND) .............. 166
Sending One or All Still Images ............................................................167
Sending Several Still Images ................................................................169
Sending Images in Shooting Mode (QUICK SEND MODE)...... 171
Setting Up Quick Review Send (QUICK SEND MODE) .......................171
Using Quick Review Send ....................................................................172

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Making Advanced Bluetooth®Settings...................................... 175
Registering an Authentication Passkey for a Device (PASS KEY) .......175
Changing the Number of Discoverable Devices (SEARCH COUNT) ...176
Connecting to Several Devices at the Same Time
(MASTER/SLAVE)............................................................................177
Selecting the Size of Images to Be Sent (IMAGE FILE SIZE) ..............178
Automatically Deleting Sent Images (AUTO DEL)................................179
9 Using the GPS Function 180
About the GPS Function............................................................ 180
Obtaining GPS Information ....................................................... 181
Manually Connecting to a Device (BT SERIAL)....................................181
Automatically Connecting to a Previously Connected Device
(BT AUTO CONN) ............................................................................183
Displaying GPS Information ...................................................... 185
LCD Monitor Display .............................................................................186
Shooting with GPS Information ................................................. 187
Playing Back a Still Image with GPS Information...................... 187
Advanced GPS Information Settings......................................... 188
Setting the Datum (GPS DATUM).........................................................188
Setting the Display Standard (GPS DISP MODE) ................................189
Locking the GPS Information (GPS LOCK) ..........................................190
10 Using the Wireless LAN Function
(Only for Caplio 500SE-W) 191
About the Wireless LAN Function ............................................. 191
Overview of Transfer Process via a Wireless LAN ...............................192
Selecting the Communication Method (CHANGE COM) ......................193
Making Advanced Wireless LAN Settings for Sending Files ..... 194
Detailed Setups Tab Settings ...............................................................196
Setting Up a Caplio-only FTP Server....................................................199
Creating a Communication List and Transferring it
to the Camera........................................................................ 202
Importing a Communication List from an SD Memory Card
(READ COM SETTING) ...................................................................205
Confirming and Editing the Destination Setting on the Camera............207
Sending Still Images, Movies, and Sound Files
(FILE SEND).......................................................................... 209
Sending One or All Files .......................................................................210
Sending Several Files ...........................................................................212
Sending Files in Shooting Mode (Quick Review Send)............. 214
Setting Up Quick Review Send (QUICK SEND MODE) .......................214
Using Quick Review Send ....................................................................215

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Specifying a Destination on the Camera Beforehand ............... 219
Hiding the [SEND TO] Screen (SEND CONDITION)............................219
Specifying a Destination (SEND TO) ....................................................220
11 Appendices 221
Troubleshooting......................................................................... 221
Error Messages.....................................................................................221
Camera Troubleshooting ......................................................................225
Software and Computer Troubleshooting .............................................230
Specifications ............................................................................ 232
Number of Images That Can be Stored in Internal Memory/
SD Memory Card..............................................................................235
Optional Accessories................................................................. 236
Using a Wide Conversion Lens.............................................................236
Using the External Flash ........................................................... 237
Functions Whose Defaults are Restored When Camera
is Turned Off.......................................................................... 238
About Scene Mode.................................................................... 240
Shooting Setting Menu Items by Scene Mode......................................240
Using Your Camera Abroad ...................................................... 241
Cautions on Use........................................................................ 242
Care and Storage ...................................................................... 244
Warranty and Servicing ............................................................. 246
Index ......................................................................................... 250

Basic
Operations
If you are using the
camera for the first
time, read this
section.
Packing List ......................... 12
Names of Parts ....................14
How to Use the Mode Dial ... 16
LCD Monitor Display...........17
Getting Ready......................20
Basic Shooting ....................32
Playing Back Images ..........46
Deleting Files....................... 51
Changing the Display with
the DISP. Button..................54

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If you are using the camera for the first time, read this section.
Open the package and make sure all the items are included.
Note ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Attaching the neck strap to the camera
Thread the small end of the strap through the strap
eyelet on the camera and loop the ends as shown.
Caplio 500SE
The serial number of the camera is
provided on the bottom face of the
camera.
Neck Strap
USB Cable
Used to connect the camera to a
computer or Direct Print-
compatible printer.
Packing List

If you are using the camera for the first time, read this section.
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Caution-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Operations are not guaranteed when using a rechargeable battery or battery charger
other than that specified in this manual.
Note ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
For the latest information about accessories, visit the Ricoh website at
http://www.ricohpmmc.com.
Camera User Guide
Caplio Software CD-ROM
The provided software and the
“Software User Guide” are
included on this CD-ROM.
Optional Accessories
AC Adapter (AC-4d)
Used for power supply from a
household outlet to the camera.
Use this adapter for long periods of
playback or when transferring
images to a computer.
Rechargeable Battery (DB-43)
Battery Charger (BJ-2e)
Wide Conversion Lens (DW-5)
Soft Case (SC-500)
Rechargeable Battery Set
(BS-3e)
Includes the rechargeable battery
(DB-43) and battery charger (BJ-2e).
(This booklet)
Warranty
Safety
Precautions

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If you are using the camera for the first time, read this section.
Camera
Front View
Item Name Refer to
1Shutter Release Button P.34
2Mode Dial P.16
3Flash P.39
4AF Window -
5Accessory Shoe P.237
6Viewfinder P.32
7Terminal Cover P.99, 149
8Lens P.32
9Flash Compensation -
10 AF Auxiliary Light -
11 USB Terminal P.99, 149
12 AUX Terminal -
Names of Parts
12345
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7
9
8
10
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Rear View
Item Name Refer to
1LCD Monitor P.17
2Auto Focus/Flash Lamp P.35, 39
3Viewfinder P.32
4Battery/Card Cover P.25, 27
5Power Button P.29
6Z(Wide-angle)/9(Thumbnail Display) Button P.37, 48
7z(Telephoto)/8(Enlarged View) Button P.37, 48
8!/SCENE Button P.40
9$/F(Flash) Button P.39
10 MENU/OK Button P.60, 88, 107
11 "/N(Macro) Button P.38
12 #/Q(Quick Review) Button P.46
13 6(Playback) Button P.47
14 ADJ./MEMO Button P.56
15 D(Delete)/t(Self-timer) Button P.51, 45
16 DISP. Button P.54
17 Tripod Screw Hole P.232
18 Microphone P.86
19 Speaker P.85, 87
1
23
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8
9
10
1112
13
14
15
16
4
17
19 18

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If you are using the camera for the first time, read this section.
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
5Still Image Mode Allows you to shoot still images.
KCALS Mode Fixes [PIC QUALITY/SIZE] to [N1280]
when shooting construction images.
3Movie Mode Allows you to shoot movies with sound.
2Voice Memo Mode Allows you to record sounds.
How to Use the Mode Dial
CALS

If you are using the camera for the first time, read this section.
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Example of LCD Monitor Display when Shooting Pictures
Item Name Refer to Item Name Refer to
1Flash P.39 15 Color Depth P.72
2Macro Shooting P.38 16 Exposure Compensation P.78
3Self-timer P.45 17 ISO Setting P.81
4Mode Types P.16, 40 18 Date Imprint P.77
5Recording Destination P.22 19 Interval P.74
6Remaining Number of
Still Images
P.235 20 Time Exposure P.73
7Picture Quality P.61 21 Antiblur P.63
8Image Size P.61 22 Battery Mark P.19
9Bluetooth®antenna,
Wireless LAN antenna
(Only for Caplio 500SE-W)
P.154
P.191
23 Camera Shake Warning
Mark
P.33
10 Zoom Bar P.37 24 Aperture Value P.232
11 Focus P.64 25 Shutter Speed P.232
12 White Balance P.79 26 Frame Rate P.84
13 Photometry P.67 27 Remaining Recording Time P.235
14 Sharpness P.68 28 Recording Time P.235
LCD Monitor Display
123 45678
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21
26
20
22
10
9
12 13 14 15 16 17 18
11
24
25
23
27
28
Still Image Mode
Movie Mode