Ricoh RICOH Camcorder User Manual


 
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If you are using the camera for the first time, read this section.
Caution ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------
• To prevent moisture or dust from entering the camera, close the battery/card
cover securely.
• Before opening or closing the battery/card cover, choose a location free of
water, sand, mud, and other foreign matter and remove any such matter as may
be adhering to the camera.
• Make sure that the rechargeable battery and SD memory card are facing the
right way when inserted into the camera. Inserting the rechargeable battery
or SD memory card in the wrong direction and forcing close the battery/card
cover may damage the camera, rechargeable battery or SD memory card.
About the Battery
The camera uses a rechargeable DB-100 battery (supplied). Do not use
any other battery.
Caution ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------
• The battery may become very hot immediately after operation. Turn the camera
off and leave it to cool down sufficiently before removing the battery.
• Please remove the battery if you are not going to use the camera for a long
period of time.
• Batteries should be disposed of under rules appointed by the government or
the local authorities.
About SD Memory Cards (available in stores)
The camera can be used with SD, SDHC, and Eye-Fi memory cards
(hereafter referred to as “SD memory cards”). SDXC cards can not be
used.
w is displayed when a memory card is inserted; if no card is inserted,
t will be displayed and pictures will be stored in the camera’s internal
memory.
Formatting Memory Cards --------------------------------------------------------
Use the [Format [Card]] option (GP.83) in the camera setup menu (GP.78)
to format memory cards before first use or after they have been used in other
devices. Note that this permanently deletes any images the card may contain;
before formatting, copy the images you wish to keep to a computer or other
device. Before formatting Eye-Fi cards, be sure the software supplied on the card
has been installed to your computer.