Ricoh RDC-i500 User manual
Communication/Internet
Operation Manual
To ensure correct use of your
camera, read this manual
carefully before use. Keep the
manual handy for future use.
Communication/Internet Operation Manual
RICOH CO., LTD.
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Kohoku-ku, Yokohama-shi
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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing a Ricoh RDC-i500. This manual explains the correct handling
procedures and precautions for your camera. To ensure the best performance, please
read the manual thoroughly before using the camera. Keep the manual handy for quick
future reference. Ricoh Co., Ltd.
Test Shots
Check that your camera is recording the images correctly by taking a number of test
shots.
Copyright
Reproduction or alteration of copyrighted documents, magazines, music and other
materials, other than for personal, home or similarly limited purposes, without the
consent of the copyright holder is prohibited.
Exemption from Liability
Ricoh Co., Ltd. assumes no liability for failure to record or play back images caused
by malfunction of the RDC-i500.
Warranty
This product is manufactured to local specifications and the warranty is valid within
thecountryofpurchase. Shouldtheproductfailormalfunctionwhileyouareabroad,
the manufacturer assumes no responsibility for servicing the product locally or bear-
ing the expenditure incurred therefor.
Radio Interference
Operating the RDC-i500 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 pro-
cedures 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.
• This publication may not be reproduced in whole or part without the express written permission of Ricoh.
©2001 Ricoh Co., Ltd. All rights reserved.
• Ricoh reserves the right to change the contents of this publication without notice. Considerable care was
taken in preparing this manual. If, however, you have questions about any part of the manual, or note
mistakes or inaccuracies, please contact us at the address listed on the back cover.
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ers.
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How to Use the Operation Manuals
Five operation manuals are supplied with this camera.
Use each operation manual as shown below to suit the purpose.
Open the package
Simple Operation Guide
This guide explains the basic setting
procedures of recording, transmitting images
and transferring them to a PC.
Connecting to a Personal
Computer Operation
Manual
This manual explains
the procedures for
connecting the
camera to a PC,
transmitting images
from the camera to
the PC and operating
the camera from the
PC.
Communication/Internet
Operation Manual
(this
manual)
This manual
explains the
procedures for
transmitting images
and using Internet
functions.
Sending and receiving data
using the camera and a PC
Using the communication
and Internet functions
Basic operation
Read This Before Proceeding!
These instructions explain the procedure for
checking the contents of the package and
loading the battery to enable you to use the
camera straightaway.
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Camera Operation Manual
This manual explains in detail the preparations to take
before using the camera together with the procedures for
shooting and playback using the various functions.
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CONTENTS
How to Use the Operation Manuals...................................................... 1
Functional Contents .............................................................................. 6
Chapter 1 Before Using the Communication and Internet
Functions
Camera Communication and Internet Functions................................ 10
Internet Function .................................................................................. 10
Other Communication Function ........................................................... 11
The Internet......................................................................................... 12
What is the Internet? ............................................................................ 12
Using the Internet with This Camera ................................................... 12
How the Internet Works ....................................................................... 13
Requirements for Accessing the Internet ............................................ 14
Provider ................................................................................................ 15
Dial-Up Function .................................................................................. 15
Flow Chart........................................................................................... 16
Chapter 2 Setting the Communication Function
Preparations and Operation Flow....................................................... 18
Operation Flow Chart ........................................................................... 18
Have You Made a Contract With a Provider? ..................................... 20
Preparing Information before Setting................................................... 20
Setting items for Communications ....................................................... 22
Setting a Dial-Up Account................................................................... 24
Setting a New Dial-Up Account ........................................................... 24
Changing a Dial-Up Account ............................................................... 31
Deleting a Dial-Up Account.................................................................. 32
Setting the E-Mail Function ................................................................ 33
Setting the Mail Environment............................................................... 33
Registering an Address in the Address Book..................................... 38
Registering a New Address ................................................................. 38
Checking the Address Book................................................................. 39
Setting a Preset Memo ....................................................................... 41
At the end of this manual troubleshooting for error
messages, alphabetical index and index by functions are
listed for your convenience.
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Setting a Preset Memo ........................................................................ 41
Checking a Preset Memo..................................................................... 41
Setting Quick Send ............................................................................. 43
Setting Operation ................................................................................. 43
Setting Direct Upload.......................................................................... 47
Setting Direct Upload ........................................................................... 47
Checking Direct Upload Settings ......................................................... 49
Setting FTP Upload............................................................................. 50
Setting FTP Upload.............................................................................. 50
Checking FTP Upload Settings............................................................ 52
Chapter 3 Connecting Communication Equipment
Connecting the Camera to Communication Card .............................. 56
Connecting the Camera to an Ordinary Telephone Line .................... 56
Removing the Communication Card.................................................... 59
Checking the Modem Settings............................................................ 60
Chapter 4 Sending Images After Shooting
Image Upload Function....................................................................... 64
Upload Method ..................................................................................... 64
Files Uploadable by This Camera........................................................ 65
Selecting an Image .............................................................................. 65
Sending an Image Using Quick Send ................................................ 68
Sending an Image Directly to a Computer ......................................... 70
Setting Upload...................................................................................... 70
Uploading an Image ............................................................................. 72
Sending Images as an Attachment..................................................... 73
Setting Upload...................................................................................... 73
Uploading an Image ............................................................................. 78
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Chapter 5 Using the Communication and Internet
Functions
Using the Communication and Internet Functions ............................. 82
Types of Functions............................................................................... 82
Using E-Mail........................................................................................ 83
Displaying the E-mail Menu ................................................................. 83
Composing Mail.................................................................................... 84
Sending Mail......................................................................................... 86
Checking Incoming Mail (INBOX) ........................................................ 87
Replying to and Forwarding Mail ......................................................... 91
Resending Mail (OUTBOX).................................................................. 92
Using Direct Upload ............................................................................ 95
Setting Upload...................................................................................... 95
Uploading a File ................................................................................... 97
Uploading an HTML File ..................................................................... 98
HTML Template.................................................................................... 99
Transferring the HTML Template Files from a PC to the Camera .... 100
Creating an HTML File ....................................................................... 102
Deleting an HTML File ....................................................................... 104
Uploading an HTML File .................................................................... 105
Viewing the HTML Templates on a PC ............................................. 107
Appendix
Character Input ................................................................................. 112
Troubleshooting ................................................................................ 113
Index.................................................................................................. 120
Functional Index ................................................................................. 120
Alphabetical Index.............................................................................. 124
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Tips
Terms for Communication Settings .................................................. 21
PPP ................................................................................................... 26
IP Address and Domain Name ......................................................... 26
Name Server ..................................................................................... 26
SMTP and POP.................................................................................34
FTP.................................................................................................... 51
URL ................................................................................................... 51
CC ..................................................................................................... 75
Reply and Forward............................................................................ 91
Creating/Using a New Template File................................................ 99
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Functional Contents
Choose the function you want to use and follow the procedure on each page.
When You Use the Quick Send ...
This function allows you to send an image simply by using the e-mail.
Chapter 2 Setting the Communication Function (Setup Mode)
• Setting a Dial-Up Account →P.24
• Setting the E-Mail Function →P.33
• Registering an Address in the Address Book →P.38
• Setting Quick Send →P.43
Chapter 3 Connecting Communication Equipment
•→P.55
Chapter 4 Sending Images After Shooting ( Mode)
• Sending an Image Using Quick Send →P.68
When You Send the Image Using the E-Mail ...
This function allows you to send images attached to the e-mail.
Chapter 2 Setting the Communication Function (Setup Mode)
• Setting a Dial-Up Account →P.24
• Setting the E-Mail Function →P.33
Chapter 3 Connecting Communication Equipment
•→P.55
Uploading the Image in Mode Uploading the Image in Mode
Chapter 4 Sending Images After
Shooting ( Mode)
• Sending Images as
an Attachment →
P.73
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Chapter 5 Using the
Comunication and
Internet Function (
Mode)
• Using E-Mail →P.83
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When You Use the Direct Upload ...
This function allows you to transfer the image directly to a PC.
Chapter 2 Setting the Communication Function (bMode)
•Setting a Dial-Up Account →P.24
•Setting Direct Upload →P.47
Connecting to a Personal Computer (a separate volume)
•Chapter 7, “Setting the Receiving PC for Direct Upload”
* This section describes how to configure the receiving computer
Chapter 3 Connecting Communication Equipment
•→P.55
Uploading the Image in Mode Uploading the Image in Mode
Chapter 4 Sending Images After
Shooting ( Mode)
•Sending Images
Directly to a
Computer →P.70
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Chapter 5 Using the
Comunication and
Internet Function (
Mode)
•Using Direct Upload
→P.95
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Uploading the HTML File (FTP Upload)
This function allows you to upload the HTML file embedded with the image and
its original image to a server (computer) where the Web page is saved.
Chapter 2 Setting the Communication Function (Setup Mode)
•Setting a Dial-Up Account →P.24
•Setting FTP Upload →P.50
Chapter 3 Connecting Communication Equipment
•→P.55
Chapter 5 Using the Comunication and Internet Function ( Mode +
J
)
•Uploading an HTML File →P.98
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When You Check the Received Mail or Use the other Mail
Functions ...
This function allows you to send and receive mails.
Chapter 2 Setting the Communication Function (Setup Mode)
•Setting a Dial-Up Account →P.24
•Setting the E-Mail Function →P.33
Chapter 3 Connecting Communication Equipment
•→P.55
Chapter 5 Using the Comunication and Internet Function ( Mode)
•Using E-Mail →P.83
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