RICOH XR-2 / 2S
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UNLOADING FILM
After the last picture on the roll of film has been taken, rewind the film and unload your camera.
1. Press Film Rewind Release Button (40) (Fig. 28).Tips for Better Results2. Lift up Film Rewind Crank (2) and turn it clockwise until Film Rewind Release Button (40) stops revolving and you feel the film tension released (Fig. 29). This indicates that the film has been completely rewound into the cartridge.
3. Open Back Cover (44) by pulling up Film Rewind Knob (1).
4. Remove the film cartridge and have the film processed as soon as possible.
* When you reach the end of the roll film, Film Advance Lever (13) will tighten and refuse to advance. If this happens, do not advance Film Advance Lever (13) by force for "just one more shot", otherwise the film will be torn out of the cartridge.
* Film Rewind Release Button (40) will remain in place once it is pressed, and return automatically to its original position when Film Advance Lever (13) is advanced.
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Your XR-2s has a multi-exposure device which will give you a lot of creative fun (Fig. 30). 1. Make the first picture in the normal way. 2. Release the lock by sliding the Multi-exposure Lock Lever (28) to the left until the red dot appears. (Fig. 31) |
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3. For the second exposure, advance Film Advance Lever ( 13) while keep pressing Multi-exposure Button (27) firmly with the other hand (Fig. 32). This will set the shutter for the second exposure without advancing the film and Exposure Counter (15). |
Tips for Better Results
* Whenever advancing the Film Advance Lever ( 13) for second exposure or afterwards, make sure that the Multi-exposure Button (27) is pressed firmly with the other hand and watch to see that Exposure Counter (15) is not advanced, indicating that multi-exposure picture is ready to be taken.
* When multi-exposure shots are not required, be sure to lock the Multi-Exposure Button by sliding the Multi-Exposure Lock Lever (28) towards the right until the red dot disappears.
You can use a flash at night or in a dimly lit room as well as for supplementary lighting in outdoor photography. The camera and electronic flash will be fully synchronized with the shutter speed at "B'', "X" and 4 sec. to 1/125 sec. Since proper flash exposure may not be obtained by automatic exposure setting, always override Shutter Speed Dial (8) from "AUTO" setting.
The RICOH XR Speedlite 240 is available exclusively for use with the RICOH XR-2s.
How to Use the RICOH XR Speedlite 240
1. Attach XR Speedlite 240 to the XR-2s.Tips For Better Results2. Turn on the power source switch on the flash unit.
3. When the flash unit is fully charged, the FLASH LED (31 ) on the frame of the view-finder eye-piece will turn red indicating it is ready for use.
4. When the shutter speed on the camera is set to "AUTO", it is automatically synchronized at 1/90 sec. This avoids the trouble of having to set the correct speed yourself.
5. With ASA 100 film, the F-stop should be set at 5.6, and the flash unit will automatically control the amount of light to give the correct exposure.
* The XR Speedlite 240 has a range of synchronization of "AUTO", "B", "X'', and from 4 sec. to 1/125 sec.
A. Cordless Electronic Flash Unit
If you are using an electronic flash unit with a built-in hot shoe contact, it can be attached directly to Hot Shoe (6) on top of the camera pentaprism.
B. Electronic Flash Unit with Connecting Cord
If your flash unit does not have a built-in hot shoe contact, attach it to Hot Shoe (6) and plug the flash cord into the 'X' Flash Terminal (33).4www.butkus.org
Tips for Better Results
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* "125" (1/125 sec.) on Shutter Speed Dial (8) and 'X' on Hot Shoe (6) are marked in red as a reminder for electronic flash synchronization (Fig. 33). |
* When using FP, M or ME class bulb, refer to the Chart (Fig. 34), showing the synchronizing ranges of shutter speeds.
C. Exposure for Flash Photography
The exposure is determined by the guide number of the flash bulb or electronic flash unit. The guide number represents a relationship between the light output of the flash and the speed of the film. Guide numbers for flash bulbs can be found on the package and guide numbers for electronic flash units are found in the technical specifications. Using the guide number, you can determine the correct f-stop for a given flash situation using the following formula:
F-stop = Guide number / Flash-to-subject distance
For example, if your flash unit has a guide number of 16 (m) or 52.8
(ft.) for the type of film you are using, and your subject is 2 meters
(6.6 h.) from the flash unit as indicated on Distance Scale (22) after
focusing, divide 16 (52.8) by 2 (6.6).
The answer is 8: set F-Stop Ring (24) to 8 (f/8).
Tips for Better Results
* Most electronic flash units have a built-in dial or exposure table
which enables you to quickly
compute f-stops based on flash-to-subject distances.
When shooting with the self-timer or cable release where you v be viewing through Viewfinder Eyepiece (30) at the time the exposure is made, viewfinder eyepiece blind should be used to prevent stray light from entering through the eyepiece and affecting the automatic exposure system.4www.butkus.org
* Move Viewfinder Eyepiece Blind Lever (29) in the direction of arrow (Fig. 35).
Your XR-2s has a built-in self-timer which delays the shutter release
about maximum of 10 seconds. This enables you to include yourself in your
own picture and is also of benefit in taking close-ups or photomicrographs
where camera movement must be avoided.
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1. First, advance Film Advance Lever (13).
2. Merely move Self-timer Lever (17) counterclockwise (Fig. 36). According to the degree you have moved it down, you can adjust the operating time. For the maximum delay, move it until it stops. 3. Press Shutter Release Button (11) to start the self-timer moving. |
Tips for Better Results
* You can set Self-timer Lever (17) firstly and then advance Film Advance Lever (13).
* The camera should be placed on a tripod or other firm support when using self-timer.
* When using a tripod with a long thread length (more than 5 7 mm), be careful not to forcibly screw in the thread further than the depth of the socket
* Shield the Viewfinder Eyepiece (30) by viewfinder eyepiece blind when using self-timer.
* Please do not try to turn a shutter speed dial while a self-timer is working.
To mount the lens on the camera
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1. Mount the lens by lining up the red dot on the lens mount with
the matching dot on the camera mount (Fig. 38).
2. Grasp the lens firmly around the lens barrel and turn it clockwise until it clicks into place. (Fig. 39)
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1. Grasp the lens firmly around the lens barrel in one hand.
2. With the other hand, hold camera body and press Lens Release Lever (19) and turn the lens counterclockwise until it stops (Fig. 40). The lens now can be removed.
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You can also change lenses without looking even in the dark by means of Lens Locator Node (20). Line up Lens Locator Node (20) with Lens Release Lever (19) and turn the lens clockwise for mounting the lens. For removing the lens. press Lens Release Lever (19) and turn the lens counterclockwise until Lens Locator Node (20) and Lens Release Lever (19) line up.4www.butkus.org
Tips for Better Results
* Do not touch any of the internal parts or permit dust or dirt to enter the camera body when removing or attaching lenses.
* Protect the inside of the camera by putting on the body cap whenever the camera is carried or kept with the lens removed
When you focus on a specific subject, an area in front of and behind the subject will appear acceptably sharp in your picture. This area of acceptable sharpness is called "Depth of Field". The depth of field is determined by the f-stop you select and the distance from the in focus subject to the film plane. As you get closer to your subject, or as you open your lens (for example, from f/16 to f/2.8), the depth of field becomes shallower. By stopping the lens down (for example, from f/2.8 to f/16), the depth of field becomes deeper. The depth of field can be pre-determined in the following ways:
A. Depth of Field Preview Button
Pressing Depth of Field Preview Button (18) (Fig. 41) will set the lens at the corresponding opening you previously set on F-Stop Ring (24). This will enable you to preview the area of acceptable sharpness in the picture you take. The viewfinder will become dark corresponding to the f-stop you previously set on F-Stop Ring (24). Depth of Field Preview Button (18) will automatically return to its original position when you release it and the viewfinder will become as bright as before.
B. Depth of Field Scale
After you have set the lens opening and have focused the camera. the area of acceptable sharpness in front of and behind your subject can be also determined on Depth of Field Scale (23).
Locate on Depth of Field Scale (23) the two numbers corresponding to the f-stop you have set on F-Stop Ring (24). The distance between these two f-stops on Distance Scale (22) will be an area of acceptable sharpness in your picture. For example, if your lens is focused at 2 meters (6.7 ft.) and you shoot at 16 (f/16), the area of acceptable sharpness will be from 1.5 m (5 ft.) to 3.2 m (10.7 ft.), by reading Distance Scale (22) opposite the both sides of the " 16'' numbers on Depth of Field Scale (23) (Fig. 42).
Tips for Better Results
For infrared photography using infrared films. a correction of Distance
Scale (22) is necessary because "infrared light rays" focus on a film plane
slightly behind that of ''visible light rays''.
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1. Normally focus on your subject and note the camera-to-subject distance
opposite the distance index line on Distance Scale (22).
2. Turn Focusing Ring (21) until this camera-to-subject distance setting is opposite the infrared index line. For example, if Distance Scale (22) reads 5 m (16.5 ft.) after focusing, merely shift the "5" scale to the "a" (red) position (Fig. 43). |
Tips for Better Results
* For exposure. follow the instruction sheets which are packed with the film, and expose manually because metering with the built-in exposure meter is not possible.
A wide range of XR RIKENON interchangeable lenses including extremely wide angle lenses, telephoto lenses, zoom lenses and various accessories are available to enable you to expand the pleasure of your picture-taking. XR RIKENON interchangeable lenses and accessories are made of selected high quality materials under strict quality control to assure you of high performance and full satisfaction. Select XR RIKENON interchangeable lenses and accessories that will meet your needs.
Since the camera is designed to accept any lens with the "K'' type bayonet mount, your XR-2s affords you the opportunity to select any interchangeable lens or accessory of the "K' type bayonet mount available on the market.
RICOH XR WINDER-1:
The RICOH XR WINDER-1 can be used with the XR-ls and XR-2s. By operating the shutter release button on the winder, it can be used for rapid sequence photography at approximate 2 frames per second. (at shutter speed of 1/125 sec.) By just setting the selection switch you may choose frame-by-frame shots or rapid sequence shots according to your needs. You can for instance capture the rapid movement in sports. or the fleeting facial expressions that make your picture-taking a more enjoyable experience.
* Always carry your camera with its carrying case and neck strap.* Use the lens cap to protect the lens when not taking pictures.
* Protect your camera from dust, dirt. water. rain, dampness. salt air and rough handling.
* Never expose your camera to excessively high or low temperatures for an extended period of time. In extremely hot climates, do not leave your camera inside closed automobiles during the daytime or in direct sunlight. In extremely cold climates, expose your camera to the outer air only when in use When using, expose your camera gradually to the outer air to prevent the lens from clouding. If exposed to an extremely cold climate, the exposure meter batteries may fail to operate properly. Keep your camera inside your clothing until taking a picture.
* Do not wipe the camera body with chemicals, such as benzine. thinner. etc.. use only soft cloth or cotton swab sprinkled LIGHTLY with alcohol on the camera body. Do not use them on the lens because it can affect coating.
* When your camera is not in use for an extended period of time. put the lens cap, remove the batteries, place your camera in its carrying case together with silica gel or other desiccant and store it in a dry and cool place. Never store your camera in places where the temperatures are excessively high or low.
* Do not leave your camera near the magnetic objects like radio, television set etc.
Camera Type: 35 mm aperture-priority AE (automatic exposure) SLR with electronic metal focal plane shutter
Film Size and Capacity: 35 mm perforated film in 12,20,24 or 36 exposures
Film Format: 24x36mm
Standard Lenses:
50 mm XR Rikenon f/1.4 (multi-coated), 6 groups 7 elements 50 mm XR
Rikenon f/1.7 (multi-coated), 5 groups 6 elements 50 mm XR Rikenon f/2.0,
5 groups 6 elements
Filter size: 52 mm screw-in type
Lens Mount: K type bayonet with 65° rotating angle
Shutter:
Vertically moving Copal CCS-E electronically controlled metal focal
plane shutter
Automatic electronic shutter: continuously variable speeds from LT
(approx. 8 sec.) to 1/1000 sec.
Manual electronic shutter: stepped speed from 4 to 1/1000 sec.
Manual mechanical shutter without batteries: "B" and "X" (1/90 sec.)4www.butkus.org
Viewfinder: Fixed eye-level pentaprism, F-stop, Shutter speeds,
"A" (automatic), "B" (bulb), "X" (1/90 sec.),
Exposure meter needle (also act as battery checker), Shutter speed
indicator and battery check zone visible
Viewing magnification: 0.88X
Field of view: covers 93% of actual picture area Flash ready lamp (LED)
Focusing: Diagonal split-image spot in microprism band surrounded by Fresnel field
Exposure Meter: Three CdS photocells TTL full open metering for center-weighted average light reading coupled to aperture-priority automatic exposure system
Exposure Coupling Range: EV O- 17 (ASA 100 film with 50mm f/1.4 lens)
Film Speed Range: ASA 12 ~ 3200 (DIN 12 ~ 36)
Exposure Meter Power Supply: Alkaline Battery (LR-44) duration
about half a year
Silver-Oxide Battery (G13. MS76, S76) duration about a year
Mercury
Battery (H-C, EPX675, PX675) duration about half a year4www.butkus.org
Flash Synchronization: X synchronization for electronic flash unit at "B", "X" (1/90 sec.) and 4 sec. to 1/125 sec.
Automatic Flash Control: With Ricoh XR Speedlite 240, set shutter speed dial at Auto, and it will set shutter speed 1/90 sec. automatically. Manually set the aperture ring to the same aperture set on flash.
Flash Terminal: 'X' flash terminal, 'X' contact (with electric shock prevention, mechanism) on hot shoe for cordless electronic flash unit
Film Loading: Multi-slit easy loading
Film Wind: Single stroke film advance lever with 135° winding
angle (40° play)
Automatic winding possible by mounting Ricoh XR Winder-1.4www.butkus.org
Film Rewind: Film rewind crank by pressing film rewind button on base of camera.
Exposure Counter: Additive, automatic resetting
Other Features:
Plus/minus 2-stop exposure compensation dial (+2, + 1, 0, -1, - 2)
Multi-exposure button
ASA/DIN conversion label (on back of back cover)
Multi-exposure lock button
Automatic exposure lock button
Self-timer
Hot shoe
Depth of field preview button
Shutter release lock (with film advance lever)
Meter on/off switch (with shutter release button)
Battery check ring (around shutter release button)
ASA dial lock
Cable release socket
Tripod socket
Weight: 560g (body only)
* Specifications are subject to change without notice.