Ricoh MyPort 310 User manual

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CONTENTS

Locating the Controls .. .. .15

Main Features ......... 16

Before using ...... 16

Attaching the Strap .......

Inserting the battery ....... ......16

Power Switch and checking the battery .. . .17

Loading the film .......18

Setting the film speed .. . . ..18

Holding your camera .......19

Viewfinder .. . 20

Zooming the lens ....... . 20

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Macro photography ... .20

Auto-focus shooting (Multi Autofocus) ........ .21

Single AF Mode (Pre-focus shooting) .... ..22

Auto film rewinding . . .. .. 23

Flash photography . . ......23

Auto backlight control/Auto fill-in flash .. . .........23

Flash Modes - - - -- 24

Red Eye Reduction Mode . ..... ............24

Flash-Off Mode .. ............25

Flash-On Mode . - - - - --- -- 25

Slow Synchro Mode . .. .. .. ........ 26

Red Eye Reduction Slow Synchro Mode .............26

Creative modes . . ........... .. . ..26

Infinity/Super Night Mode ..... ........... 27

Continuous Shooting Mode . . 28

TV Mode .. - -- ----- 28

Panorama pictures ........ 29

Using the self-timer ... . ... ..

Remote Control Unit (RC-3) (Sold separately)...... .

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(Optional) Databack settings . ........ ...... 32

Proper care of your camera ..... .. ..............

Major specifications.. . ...........


We are most gratified that you have selected a RICOH camera. Before using your camera, please be sure to read these instructions carefully.


LOCATING THE CONTROLS





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(1) Flash Button
(2) Mode Button
(3) LCD Panel
(4) Zoom Lever
(5) Shutter Release Button
(6) Photocell
(7) Self -timer LED
(8) Distance Measuring Window
(9) Strap Holder
(10) AF Auxiliary Light Window
(11) Lens
(12) Remote Control Sensor

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(13) Built-in Flash
(14) Viewfinder Window
(15) Self-timer/Remote Control Button
(16) Power Switch
(17) Panorama Switch
(18) Viewfinder
(19) AF Monitor
(20) Flash Monitor
(21) Back Cover Latch
(22) Safety Lock
(23) Tripod Socket
(24) Battery Compartment Cover
(25) Film Loaded Window
(26) Back Cover

MAIN FEATURES

 · Light and compact with built-in 38-110 mm Zoom Lens

· 7 point Multi Autofocus System in 1707 (Measuring) steps

· Red Eye Reduction Mode

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· Remote Control Unit (sold separately)

· Switchable panorama (Mid-roll)

· Safety Lock

· Creative Modes (Continuous Shooting, Infinity/ Super Night, TV, etc.)


BEFORE USING


--A fast film such as ISO 200 or ISO 400 is recommended to prevent blurring and to obtain a longer flash range.

-- When focusing is difficult or impossible, AF monitor blinks to warn you that an out-of-focus picture will occur. Set infinity/super night mode or
use focus lock function. (page 22, 26)

--This camera has a high voltage circuit. Because it is dangerous, do not attempt to take the camera apart.

-- Do not hold the camera by the lens

-- Before taking important pictures (at weddings, on trips abroad, etc.) test the camera and learn how it works.

Images for figures 1- 64 and examples 1- 8
Click and print each individual page if needed

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                                            ATTACHING THE STRAP

                                                                                1. Run the strap through the camera's strap holder. (Fig. 1)

                                                                                2. Pass the strap through the buckle as in Fig. 2





INSERTING THE BATTERY

The camera will not operate unless the battery is installed. It is important to make sure that the battery is installed correctly.

1. Use a pen to push the Battery Compartment Cover Latch in the direction of the arrow and pull open the cover. (Fig. 3)

2 Insert the recommended' 6 volt lithium battery, contact end first checking that the + and--on the battery are aligned according to the polarity
diagram inside the battery compartment (Fig. 4)

3 Close the Battery Compartment Cover by pushing it in the direction of the arrow until it locks firmly in place. (Fig. 5)

* With the battery inserted correctly, the Battery Condition Mark Am: appears on the LCD Panel when the power switch is pushed. (Fig. 6)

* Do not remove the battery from the camera until you are ready to replace it

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* When replacing the battery, do so as quickly as possible to avoid erasing camera memory We recommend replacing the battery when there is no
film in the camera

Recommended Replacement 6V Lithium Batteries

Include:

Lithium battery (6V), Panasonic CRP2p, Duracell DL223A, Kodak K223LA, or equivalent

POWER SWITCH 8 CHECKING THE BATTERY

POWER SWITCH

Each time you push the Power Switch in the direction of the arrow, it switches from OFF to ON, and vice

versa. The lens moves from the Storage Position to the Wide Angle Position, and the camera sets everything automatically. At the same time, the
display on the LCD Panel appears. (Fig. 7)

CHECKING THE BATTERY

1. The symbol is displayed on the LCD Panel when battery power is sufficient.

2. When the battery is nearly exhausted. the symbol will appear. Replace with a new battery as soon as possible. (Use of flash at this time is not
recommended.) (Fig. 8)

3 When the battery is completely exhausted the symbol will be displayed or the symbol disappears completely Replace with a new battery (Fig.
9)

* In extremely cold temperatures, the battery mark may display the C symbol. (In cold temperatures, the battery voltage is reduced ) You may be able
to use the camera if you remove the battery and warm it up

* If the battery voltage is insufficient, the shutter may not release or the film may not advance completely In the following cases, replace the battery
1 ) When power switch does not switch on.
2) When the battery mark displays the C symbol
3) When the shutter does not release.

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4) When Film Advance and Rewind cannot be done
5) When the Self-Timer does not function.

* To avoid tripping the shutter inadvertently and wasting battery power, always turn the Power Switch off when you are not taking pictures.

* If the camera is left unoperated (switches and buttons are not operated) for about 3 minutes or more, the power automatically switches off, the
display disappears from the LCD Panel and the lens returns to the Storage Position. The purpose of this function, called Auto Power OFF, is to
prevent waste of battery power. When the power is turned off by Auto Power OFF, previously set modes may be lost. Reset the modes if you wish to
continue shooting with the same modes as before

LOADING THE FILM

Always avoid direct sunlight when loading
the film.

1. Push the Back Cover Latch Downward to
open

* When the Safety Lock on the bottom of the
camera is in the 'ON" position, the back cover
cannot be opened. Slide the lock to the "OFF"
position to open the back cover. (Fig. 10)

2. Load the film cassette into the Film
Chamber and pull out enough film leader to
extend past the mark of the film leader
position (Fig. 11, 12)

* If there is any dust on the inside lens
surface, use a blower to blow the dust away.

3. Make sure the film stays within the Film
Guides and lies flat. (Fig. 13,14)

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4. Press the Back Cover shut so that the Back Cover Latch returns to its original position. The film is automatically advanced until number i1 "
appears in the LCD Panel As soon as you close the Back Cover, the LCD Panel should confirm proper loading with the Exposure Counter (Fig. 15)

5. If the film has not advanced correctly and is not taken up onto the Film Take-up Spool, the Exposure Counter will blink
(Fig. 16) The Shutter Release will also lock so you cannot take a picture until the film is loaded properly (DX Film only)

Reload the film by following steps 1 - 4 shown above

* We recommend that you use the Safety Lock to | prevent the Back Cover from opening accidentally | during use (Fig. 17)

* Whether there is film in your camera or not can be ~ confirmed by either the Film Loaded Window or the if' Exposure Counter in the LCD Panel

* You can confirm that the Film-Wind or Rewind is ' working properly by observing the Exposure Counter

* You can load film in your camera with the Power Switch on However. the Loading Sign will disappear after about 3 sec

* Do not touch the inner lens with your fingers or the, edge of film. ;

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                                                  SETTING THE FILM SPEED

                                                              DX-coded film cassettes have black-and-silver pat- |
                                                                                   terns corresponding to film speeds that the camera
                                                                            reads and automatically sets Your camera accepts DX
                                                                              films with speeds ranging from ISO 50 to 3200 (Fig.
                                                                        18)

                                                              Most color negative films on the market are DX
                                                                   coded





                                                      When using DX-coded films, setting the film speed is
                                                                           not necessary Your camera automatically sets the
                                                                                 correct film speed

                                                      When using a film without a DX code, your camera
                                                                                  will automatically set itself to ISO 100





HOLDING YOUR CAMERA

1. Always use both hands to steady your camera. (Fig, 19)

* When holding the camera vertically always position it with the flash at the top. (Fig. 20)

* Be careful not to place your fingers over the lens, flash or focusing windows. (Fig. 21)

* We suggest that you become familiar with your new camera by shooting and processing at least one roll of film before using your camera to record
an important occasion.

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* If the camera moves during the exposure, the whole picture will be blurred. To help insure sharp pictures, hold the camera steadily and properly.


VIEWFINDER (Fig. 22)

(1) Field of View Frame:
The subject (such as people or scenery) you wish to photograph should be contained within this frame.

(2) Parallax Correction Marks: (Close Focusing at Wide)


(3) Parallax Correction Marks: (Close Focusing in Telephoto)
When taking a picture of a subject that is between 0.6 m-1.2 m (2 ft.-4 ft.) away from your camera, the subject should be positioned within these
marks. Anything outside the marks will not be included in the picture even if you can see it through the viewfinder.


(4) Panorama Frame Mask
When taking panorama pictures, the subject should be positioned within these masks


(5) Auto Focus Marks
These marks indicate the Auto Focus Area.
In Single Auto Focus Mode, the camera focuses on the subject at the center spot of the marks.


(6) Multi Auto Focus Area (in Wide)


(7) Multi Auto Focus Area (in Tele)

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ZOOMING THE LENS

The built-in 38-110 mm zoom lens lets you get more
in the picture, or closer to your subject without
changing

your position. This allows you to easily select the
composition that best suits your subject. (Examples 1,
2)

To zoom the lens, just turn the zoom lever counter
clockwise to Tele or clockwise to Wide until your
subject is framed properly. (Fig. 23)

* When zooming the lens, keep your fingers away
from the moving lens components.

* When switching the camera's Power off, the lens will
return to its storage position automatically.

* To save on battery life, after about 3 minutes of
inactivity, the lens will return to the Storage Position
and the display on the LCD panel will disappear.

MACRO PHOTOGRAPHY

Used for close-up photography of flowers, etc. (Example 3)

1. Turn the zoom lever counter-clockwise to set the 110 mm position. (Fig. 24)

2. If necessary approach to the minimum distance of 0.6 m (2 ft ) and release the shutter gently. (Fig. 25)

* At 110 mm, the magnification at the minimum distance of 0.6 m (2 ft.) is approximately 1/5 7 times.

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AUTO-FOCUS SHOOTING
(MULTI AUTO-FOCUS)

The passive type 7 point multi autofocus system in your camera is designed to focus more accurately than most conventional autofocus compact
camera

1. Set the subject you wish to take within the AutoFocus Area in center of the Viewfinder (Fig. No. 22, Viewfinder)

* In Wide and Tele mode, the Focus Area changes as shown in the figure.

2. If the subject is closer than 0.6 m (2 ft.) the AF Monitor will blink and the shutter will lock to prevent out of focus pictures. (Fig. 26)

* The minimum distance for panorama shots is 1 m (3.3 ft).

3. Press the Shutter Release Button gently to avoid camera shake.

4. This camera measures distance from subject to camera at 7 spots within the autofocus area Among those spots, focusing will be adjusted to the
closest subject. This function will help avoid out-off focus-pictures.

* The AF system uses an actual image of the subject to focus properly. Under low light conditions, an assist beam will automatically light
momentarily to provide a bright target for the AF system to see.

When the subject is difficult to focus on:

The autofocus sensor determines precise focus by reading the contrast of the subject. In certain rare situations, there may not be enough contrast for
proper focusing. For example, clouds, hazy mountains white walls and dark subjects that do not reflect light well.

In these situations, the camera is designed to warn you that an out-of-focus picture may occur. It does so by blinking the green AF monitor in the
viewfinder.

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When this happens you should:

1. Press the mode button to activate the infinity/super night mode. This mode automatically sets the focus to infinity to assure sharp focus of long
distance subjects.

2. Or for closer subjects use the "pre-focus technique" to lock the focus on a subject of equal distance but with better contrast. To do this simply hold
the shutter release halfway down (while in the single autofocus mode) on a subject of equal distance and then recompose back to the original subject
and continue to depress the shutter release button to take the picture (see single AF for additional details).

3. If you press the Shutter Release Button all the way down, the shutter can be released. At this time it focuses either at infinity in daylight or to the
point where AF system estimate in dark condition. minimize out of focus pictures.

In very rare cases, however, shutter may lock such as strongly backlit subject etc. Use pre-focus shooting.


SINGLE AF MODE
(PRE-FOCUS SHOOTING)

Your camera's multi autofocus system will provide excellent results in most shooting conditions. However, when the subject you wish to focus on is
behind a window, fence or bars, or located high or low in the viewfinder, you should use pre-focus shooting. This will ensure a sharply focused
image of your subject.

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When the subject is high or low within the viewfinder:
1. Press the Mode Button until the S. AF symbol appears on
the LCD Panel. (Fig. 27)

2. There may be cases where none of your main subjects are at
the Single Auto-Focus spot located at the center of autofocus.
(eg. subject located high or low). If you release the shutter then
only the background will be in focus, and the subject will be
out of-focus. (Fig. 28)

3. To pre-focus, move the camera so that one of the subjects is
within the Single Auto-Focus Mark ( ~ ) (Fig. 29)

Press the Shutter Release Button halfway so that ~ Monitor
lights up. Keep holding your finger halfway down on the
Shutter Release Button.

4. Now return the camera to its original position so that your
main subjects are composed to your liking within the Field of
View Frame again, and press the Shutter Release Button fully
to take the picture. (Fig. 30)

When the subject is difficult to focus on:
1. When you are photographing subjects that are difficult to focus on and the AF monitor blinks. or if your main subject is behind other closer
objects. then find another subject at the same distance from the camera. You can pre-focus on that subject in the same way as described above.

* If you are shooting through a window under low light conditions, aim the camera at a slight angle to the glass to minimize any direct reflection of
the autofocus assist beam.

* When you release your finger from the Shutter Release Button, the pre-focus seeing is cleared, so that you can pre-focus again as many times as
you wish.

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AUTO FILM REWINDING

1. After the end of the film has been reached, the film will automatically rewind.

2. Film rewinding is indicated by the Exposure Counter and the counter counting backwards. (Fig. 31)

3. When the film is fully rewound, the motor stops automatically and "E" is displayed in the LCD Panel. (Fig. 32) Open the Back Cover to unload the
film.

* When the Safety Lock is in the "ON" position, the Back Cover will not open even if the Back Cover Latch is released. Move the Safety Lock to the
"OFF" position.

* If you wish to rewind the film before reaching the end of the film, push the Manual Film Rewind Button with a pen etc. (Fig. 33)

* The shutter release is locked with "E" displayed.

* Be careful not to touch the inner lens surface with your fingers or the edge of film.


FLASH PHOTOGRAPHY

1. If additional light is required, the built-in Flash automatically activates.

* Recommended Flash Shooting Range

(ISO 100)
Wide-angle: 0.6 m-about 5.2 m (2.0 ft.-17 1 ft.)
Telephoto 0.6 m-about 2.7 m (2.0 ft.-8.9 ft.)

(ISO 400)
Wide-angle 0.6 m-about 10.5 m (2.0 ft.-34 4 ft )
Telephoto 0.6 m-about 5.3 m (2.0 ft.-17.4 ft.)

* To increase shooting range, use higher speed film such as ISO 400.

* To check if the subject is within the recommended flash shooting range, press the Shutter Release Button halfway

When Red Flash Monitor turns on steadily, it is within the range, and when it blinks fast, it warns that the subject is out of the range.

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* The minimum distance for panorama shots is 1 m.

When the Flash is still charging, the Red Flash Monitor will blink and the shutter will be locked. (Fig. 34) Wait until the red LED turns off in order
to use the flash.


AUTO BACKLIGHT CONTROL/AUTO FILL FLASH
When taking pictures of backlit subjects, important details are often lost in the shadows. Your camera automatically compensates for these lighting
situations. If the subject is backlit and is about 4 meters (13 feet) from the camera, Auto Back-Light Control (ABLC) will be activated. If the subject
is within about 4 meters ( 13 feet) of the camera, the Flash activates automatically and the shadows are lightened up using automatic daylight fill-
flash. Thus, with backlit subjects, natural looking pictures can be taken easily and automatically. (Fig. 35)

* Frame the subject in the center of the viewfinder to activate compensation.


FLASH MODES
The following Flash Modes can be selected by pressing the Flash Button:

-- Red Eye Reduction Mode
-- Flash-Off
-- Flash-On
-- Slow Synchro
-- Red Eye Reduction Slow Synchro

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FLASH-OFF MODE
This mode forcibly prevents automatic firing of the flash, thus allowing available light photography in museums, churches, etc. where flash
photography is prohibited.

1. Press the flash Button until the ~ symbol appears on the LCD Panel. (Fig. 37) ,

2. Press the Release Button and the Shutter will be ~ tripped without flash. x

* To cancel this mode, press the Flash Button until ' there is a different mode symbol (or none) on the LCD Panel, or push the power switch off.

* In dim light, the camera's Shutter speed will be automatically reduced. Take particular care in Telephoto (110 mm) Mode. To prevent a blurry
picture, hold the camera steadily and press the Shutter Release Button gently.

FLASH-ON MODE
This forcibly trips the flash when you want to photograph subjects with sunlight to their side or back It lets
you take more natural looking pictures by softening harsh shadows.

Example 4: When the Flash-On Mode is set

Example 5: When the Flash-On Mode is not set

1. Press the flash Button until' the ~ symbol appears on the LCD
Panel. (Fig. 38)

2. Press the Release Button. There will now be flash every time
the shutter is tripped.

* The camera will follow a daytime SYNCHRO-Sunlight
Exposure program in cases of bright light.

* To cancel this mode, press the Flash Button until there is a
different mode symbol (or none) on the LCD Panel, or push the
Power Switch off.

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SLOW SYNCHRO MODE
Use this mode indoors, at parties and in lighted rooms
when you want both the subject and the background to
be sharp. (Example 6)

With Auto-Flash and Flash-On modes the background
may be dark because of the limited range of the flash
light. (Example 7)

1. Press the Flash Button until the symbol appears
on the LCD panel. (Fig. 39)

* To cancel this mode, press the Flash Button until
there is a different mode symbol (or none) on the LCD
panel, or push the power switch off.

* In dim light, the camera's shutter speed will be
automatically reduced up to 1/2 sec. To prevent a
blurry picture, hold the camera steady and press the
Shutter Release Button gently.

(Take particular care in Telephoto ( 110 mm) mode )

* The symbol means the shutter speed is likely to become slow and we recommend the use of a tripod to prevent camera shake.

RED EYE REDUCTION SLOW SYNCHRO MODE
Set this mode to take Red Eye reduced slow synchro photography.

At the previous slow synchro mode, Red Eye Reduction does not operate

* Press the Flash Button until the symbol appears on the LCD panel. (Fig. 40)

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* To cancel this mode, press the Flash Button until there is a different mode symbol (or none) on the LCD panel, or push the power switch off.

CREATIVE MODES
· Infinity/Super Night Mode
· Single AF Mode
· Continuous Shooting Mode
· TV Mode

INFINITY/SUPER NIGHT MODE
With the INF./Super Night Mode, beautiful pictures can be taken at night. The camera automatically selects the optimum settings for pictures of night
scenery, pictures of people at night (slow synchro photography), and evening or day landscape pictures (Example 8)

1. Press the Mode Button until the 15; symbol appears in the LCD Panel. (Fig. 41)

2. At the same time ~ appears in the LCD Panel, indicating the ~ mark. This suggests that you use a tripod to prevent the camera from moving.
Stabilize the camera with a tripod.

Then. gently press the Shutter Release Button to take a picture

For taking photos of people against a background of night scenery, the camera will first focus on 00 and open the Shutter for up to 1 second without
flash. After closing the Shutter, the camera will then focus on the people and take another picture with the flash

* By doing this, beautiful pictures focused on both the night scenery and people are possible. (The people have to within 6 m (19.7 ft.)).

* When taking pictures of night scenery with no subjects the camera will focus on ok. The flash will not fire and the shutter will open for one second
(when there is no object within 6 m (19.7 ft.)).

* When taking pictures of landscapes in bright daylight, the camera will focus on x and set itself to Auto Exposure.

If people are taken in bright daylight, the camera will set itself to daytime exposure program which will set flash off.

* To cancel this mode. press the Mode Button until a different mode symbol (or none) is displayed on the LCD Panel, or push the Power Switch off.

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