AE LOCK SYSTEM

This camera has an AE Lock system. When shooting against the light on automatic exposure, the difference in the brightness of the background and the subject means that you cannot obtain a correct exposure of the subject. In this case, you should use the AE Lock which retains the exposure of the subject regardless of the changes in the background lighting conditions. The exposure will not change until you cancel the AE Lock.

1. Move up close to the subject to measure the exposure, and press the AE Lock. The Shutter Speed Indicator in the Viewfinder will pulsate to indicate that the exposure is locked onto the object. (Fig. 31)

2. Compose the picture and shoot. The AE Lock is then automatically cancelled.

3. If you wish to cancel the AE Lock before pressing the Shutter Release Button, press the AE Lock Button again.
 

EXPOSURE ADJUSTMENT SYSTEM

According to shooting conditions, the camera may be affected more by the background light than the light of the subject itself. This will result in under (or over) exposed pictures. In these cases, you should use the Exposure Adjustment system. You can also use the system when you wish to create a deliberate effect of over (or under) exposure. 1. Turn the Film Exposure Compensation Dial to set the required number against the Exposure Compensation Index Line. Fig. 32)
 

Subject	Exposure
Scenery with a lot of sky Figure against the light	+1 to +2
Figure with a snowscape or seascape background	+1
Spot-lighted figure	-1 ~ - 2

 

* The Exposure Compensation Dial can be set to click stop positions (1/3 steps) between the numbers indicated. * Be sure to set it back to the O position after use.
 
 

B (BULB) SETTING

The B setting is used for shooting night scenes or long time exposures.
 
 

1. Set the "B" against the Shutter Speed Index Line. The "B" mark in the Viewfinder will be static on display to indicate that the shutter speed is set to B (bulb). (Figs. 33, 34)

2. When you press the Shutter Release Button, the shutter will remain open as long as the button is pressed.

* For long time exposures, use a tripod and cable release to prevent camera shake.
 

Shutter Lock

Set "L" against the Shutter Speed Index Line to Lock the shutter when the camera is not in use. this prevents accidental shutter
releasing. (Fig, 35)

FLASH PHOTOGRAPHY (1)

The RICOH SPEEDLITE 300P, 260P and 200 provide dedicated operation with the RICOH XR-10.

With these flash units, you can leave the shutter speed set on "A". Also the Flash Ready Indicator conveniently lights up in the Viewfinder, so that you don't have to take your eye away from the Viewfinder to see that the flash has recycled.
 

<With the SPEEDLITE 300P, 260P and 200 Flash Units>
1. Attach the flash unit to the camera Hot Shoe. (Fig. 36)
 
 

2. Set the flash unit A/M (Auto/Manual) selector to A and turn the power ON-OFF switch on.

3. Set the f-stop number to the designated exposure for automatic shooting. The flash unit will automatically control the amount of light for subjects within the distance range for automatic flash photography. (Figs. 37-A, 37-B)

4. When fully charged, the Flash Ready Indicator (RED LED) lights up in the Viewfinder, and the Shutter Speed Indicator will show 1/125 sec. (Fig. 38)

5. Now you can shoot. (If you don't see an overexposure ^ mark.)

* For further details, please refer to the instructions with the flash unit.

*. Do not use other makes of flash units that have special signal pins exclusively for their cameras, as this will result in incorrect exposure and may damage the circuitry of the camera.

* If the Shutter Release Button is pressed before the Flash Ready Indicator lights up, the shutter speed will be the one indicated by the Shutter Speed Indicator.
 

FLASH PHOTOGRAPHY (2)

<With Flash Units Other Than the SPEEDLITE 300P, 260P and 200>

1. Set the Shutter Speed Dial to the synchronizing speed of 1/125 sec. or slower shutter speeds. (Fig. 39)

* It is convenient to use the quick reference table on MANUAL flash units, which shows the recommended f-stop numbers for specific distances.

* When using other flash units, please follow the instructions with that flash units.
 

SELF-TIMER PHOTOGRAPHY AND USAGE OF THE VIEWFINDER CAP

The self-timer enables you to include yourself in your own photo graphs for commemorative occasions etc.

1. After advancing the film, press the Self-Timer Switch (Fig. 40)

2. The Self-Timer Indicator Light will pulsate and 10 seconds later, the shutter will be released. (Fig. 41)

3. If you wish to cancel the self-timer once it has started operating, press the Self-Timer Switch again.

* If the film has not been advanced, the self-timer will not operate.
 

Viewfinder Cap When using the self-timer with the A (Auto) setting, to prevent light from entering the Viewfinder Eyepiece and causing incorrect exposure, use the Viewfinder Cap attached to the strap to cover the Viewfinder Eyepiece. (Fig. 42)
 

DEPTH OF FIELD (GENERAL GUIDE LINES)
 

When you focus on a specific subject, often subjects in the near foreground and in the distance are also in focus. The region of good focus has some measurable depth, or "depth of field" as shown here.

1. Focus depth in the near foreground is narrow and deeper with distance.

2. Greater depth of field is obtained with smaller lens opening and a wider range of good focus is provided.

3. A lens of shorter focal length (wider angle) produces a greater depth of field. A greater depth is obtained with a wide angle lens (E.G. 28 mm) and a smaller depth is obtained with a telephoto . lens (E.G. 135 mm).
 

The depth of field can be checked in the following way

1. A depth of field indicator is engraved on every lens. When a 50 mm standard lens is set to f-16 and focused at a distance of 3 meters, the depth of field indicator is the scale of numbers on each side of l mark, ranging from 16 to 16 (about 2 m to 8 m). Subjects in this distance range will be in good focus. (Fig. 43)

INFRARED PHOTOGRAPHY
 

The infrared index mark is an index to correct the focusing point when you use infrared film and red filters. Since infrared light rays have a longer wave-length than visible light rays, after focusing normally on the subject, you have to adjust focus by setting that distance against the infrared index mark.
 

Taking Infrared Photographs
 

1. Attach the ret filter, and focus on the subject.
 
2. Shift that distance to the infrared index mark. According to the instructions enclosed with the film, set the f-stop and release the shutter. (Figs. 44, 45)
 

* Infrared light rays are invisible to the eye and the light meter, so please refer to the instructions with the film for setting the f-stop numbers.
 

SPECIAL ACCESSORIES - XR WINDER 2 (Fig. 46)

If you attach the RICOH XR WINDER 2 to this camera, the film can be advanced automatically. You can also take continuous shots at up to 2 frames per second.

* Before attaching the winder, wipe the contact points on both the camera and the winder with a dry cloth.
 
 

PG-4 (Power Grip) (Fig. 47)

Besides the XR Winder-2, this camera can be attached to the PG-4 power grip. With the PG-4, automatic film advance (1.4 frames/sec) is possible while taking pictures. To attach the PG-4, refer to its instruction manual.
 

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XR DATA BACK 11
 

The RICOH XR DATA BACK II enables you to take family souvenir photos, study and business record pictures, etc. together with the day, month, year or time (hours, minutes and seconds) as well as sports record films with times. Furthermore, the XR DATA BACK II can be used as a calendar or a watch through the LCD monitor. In addition, this DATA BACK 1I has an LSI incorporated to automatically correct for a leap year, 31-day month and month with thirty or less days up to 1999. (Fig. 48)
 

As the XR DATA BACK 11 is directly connected to the camera through the direct contact points, do not use the data cord. (Fig. 49) If the data cord is used, the film is doubly exposed.
 

USING A P-MOUNT ADAPTOR
 

If you wish to use P-mount type lenses (screw mount), use the optional P-Mount Adaptor to enable you to use many screw mount lenses. In this case, the exposure metering system will become a stopped down metering type. (Fig. 50)

PROPER CARE OF YOUR CAMERA

* Never touch the surface of the lens with your fingers.
If the lens is dirty, either use a blower to blow the dust away or wipe it gently with a soft cloth.

* Camera malfunction can be caused by shock, humidity, salt air, etc. After using the camera at the beach or in places that use chemicals, wipe it particularly carefully.

* Do not use chemically-treated dusters to clean the camera.

* Take care not to expose your camera to sudden changes in temperature, as this may cause camera malfunction.

* Do not expose your camera for a long period of time in extremely high temperatures, such as in the back of your car or on a beach, as this may cause camera malfunction.

* When using a tripod, do not try to force a long screw into the socket. (The screw length should be less than 5.7 mm, JIS 5.5 mm).

* Do not place the camera near equipment that has strong magnetism such as television or radio.

* Remove the batteries before storing the camera, and keep it in a place free of dust and humidity

* Do not attempt to disassemble or repair your camera yourself. If service is necessary, bring it to your dealer or send it to the authorized Ricoh distributors.
 

SPECIFICATIONS
 

Type: 35 mm SLR with automatic electronic exposure control focal plane shutter.

Film Format and Frame Size: 35 mm film, 24X36mm

Lens Mount: K Mount

Standard Lens: 50 mm RIKENON f/2.0-P

Shutter: Electronically controlled, vertically moving focal plane shutter, Automatic: 16 sec. to 1/1000 sec. Manual: 16 sec. to 1/1000 sec. (by Quartz Control) B(Bulb)

Self-Timer: Operating delay of approx. 10 seconds. During operation, red LED blinks.

Viewfinder: Field of view covers 93% horizontally and vertically. Magnification: 0.88X(with 50 mm F1.4 standard lens). Display by LCD: Exposure adjustment, Bulb, Manual, Overexposure, Underexposure, Shutter speed indicator, Battery low warning signal, F-stop number, AE lock.

LED indicator: flash ready indicator.

Focusing: Diagonal split-image spot.

Exposure Meter: TTL full open metering for center-weighted average light reading.

Exposure Coupling Range: EV 0--EV 18 (with ISO 100 film, 50 mm F1.4 lens)

Film Speed Range: ISO 12 - 3200

Flash Terminal: X synchro contact

Accessory Shoe: Hot shoe(with Flash Ready Signal Contact)

Exposure Adjustment: Exposure adjustment system (+2 ~ - 2, in 1/3 steps), AE lock system

Film Advance: Single stroke film advance lever, 135 winding angle and 35 stand-off.

Automatic Film Advance: Possible with XR Winder-2 and PG-4 (Power Grip).

Exposure Counter: Additive, automatic resetting.

Film Rewind: Film rewind crank system.

Mirror: Swing back type quick return mirror.