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Ricoh CX1 - User Manual

Ricoh CX1
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From environmental friendliness to environmental
conservation and to environmental management
Ricoh is aggressively promoting environment-
friendly activities and also environment
conservation activities to solve the great subject of
management as one of the citizens on our
precious earth.
To reduce the environmental loads of digital
cameras, Ricoh is also trying to solve the great subjects of “Saving energy by reducing power
consumption” and “Reducing environment-affecting chemical substances contained in products”.
If a problem arises
First of all, see “Troubleshooting” (
G
P.212) in this manual. If the issues still persist, please contact a Ricoh office.
Ricoh Offices
RICOH COMPANY, LTD.
3-2-3, Shin-Yokohama Kouhoku-ku, Yokohama City, Kanagawa 222-8530, Japan
http://www.ricoh.com/r_dc/
RICOH AMERICAS CORPORATION 5 Dedrick Place, West Caldwell, New Jersey 07006, U.S.A.
1-800-22RICOH
http://www.ricoh-usa.com/
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(innerhalb Deutschlands) 06331 268 438
(außerhalb Deutschlands) +49 6331 268 438
http://www.ricohpmmc.com/
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(from outside of the UK) +44 2073 656 580
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(en dehors de la France) +33 1 60 60 19 94
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(desde fuera de España) +34 91 406 9148
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(dall’estero) +39 02 696 33 451
RICOH ASIA PACIFIC OPERATIONS LIMITED
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About Irodio Photo & Video Studio
North America (U.S.) (Toll Free) +1-800-458-4029
Europe UK, Germany, France and Spain: (Toll Free) +800-1532-4865
Other Countries: +44-1489-564-764
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Business hours: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
*L752 2971*
Ricoh Company, Ltd.
Ricoh Building, 8-13-1, Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo
104-8222, Japan
2009 March
EN USA GB GB AE AE
Printed in China
Camera User Guide
The serial number of this
product is given on the bottom
face of the camera.
Basic Operations
If you are using the camera for the first time, read this section.
This section provides a basic overview of how to turn on the camera, take
pictures and play back pictures.
Advanced Operations
Read this section when you want to learn more about the different
camera functions.
This section provides more detailed information about the functions used to
take pictures and play back pictures, as well as information on how to
customize the camera settings, print pictures, and use the camera with a
computer.
The rechargeable battery needs to be charged before use. The battery is not
charged at the time of purchase.

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Questions and Answers

  • T
    Troy HawkinsAug 25, 2025
    What to do if my Ricoh CX1 does not shoot?
    • N
      Nicholas LongAug 25, 2025
      If your Ricoh Digital Camera doesn't shoot when you press the shutter release button, make sure the battery is charged, the camera is turned on and is in shooting mode (not playback mode). Ensure you press the shutter release button all the way down. Check if the SD memory card is formatted, not full, or locked. If the flash is charging, wait until it's ready. Also, ensure the SD memory card's contact surface is clean.
  • J
    jennifer73Aug 25, 2025
    Why does my Ricoh Digital Camera turn off by itself?
    • R
      Raymond KellerAug 26, 2025
      If your Ricoh Digital Camera turns off during use, it might be due to the auto power off feature activating after a period of inactivity. Simply turn the camera back on. Alternatively, the battery might be running low, so charge it. Ensure you are using the dedicated rechargeable battery, as unacceptable batteries can also cause this issue.
  • L
    Lauren JamesAug 26, 2025
    Why images do not appear on Ricoh CX1 Digital Camera display?
    • R
      rayrichardAug 27, 2025
      If images don't appear on your Ricoh Digital Camera's picture display, ensure the camera is turned on and the display brightness is adjusted appropriately. If a VIDEO/AV cable is connected, disconnect it. Also, check if the screen display is in synchro-monitor mode and press the DISP. button to change the display if needed.
  • M
    Michael FletcherAug 27, 2025
    What to do if Ricoh Digital Camera shows out of memory?
    • C
      Christopher HuangAug 27, 2025
      If your Ricoh Digital Camera displays 'Out of memory. cannot record,' it means the number of remaining shots is 0. To resolve this, switch to another card or use the internal memory.
  • W
    wilsonbarbaraAug 27, 2025
    Why doesn't the flash fire on my Ricoh Digital Camera?
    • L
      Lance RamirezAug 27, 2025
      If your Ricoh Digital Camera's flash does not fire or cannot charge, it may be due to the flash being disabled in certain modes like bracket shooting, continuous mode, or movie mode. Some scene modes also disable the flash by default, so change the settings or mode to enable it. Also, check if the flash is set to flash off and cancel it if needed, or ensure the battery is sufficiently charged.
  • K
    Kathleen CummingsAug 28, 2025
    How to fix auto focus on Ricoh Digital Camera?
    • R
      Rachel HendrixAug 28, 2025
      If your Ricoh Digital Camera is set to auto focus but is unable to focus, the lens may be dirty; wipe it clean with a soft, dry cloth. If the subject is not in the center of the shooting range or is a hard-to-focus subject, try shooting with focus lock or manual focus.
  • P
    Paul ThompsonAug 29, 2025
    How to adjust brightness on Ricoh CX1?
    • C
      Christopher MooreAug 29, 2025
      If the image appears too bright on your Ricoh Digital Camera, adjust the light intensity of the flash or move slightly away from the subject. If the subject is overexposed and the [!AE] symbol appears, correct the exposure or cancel exposure time. Additionally, adjust the brightness of the picture display.
  • D
    Dylan HarrellAug 30, 2025
    What does 'Card Error' mean on Ricoh CX1?
    • J
      Jeffrey GutierrezAug 30, 2025
      If your Ricoh Digital Camera displays 'Card Error', reformat the card. If the error message persists, the card may be faulty, and you should not use it.
  • N
    Norma BowenAug 23, 2025
    Why my Ricoh CX1 does not turn on?
    • D
      Daniel BarnettAug 23, 2025
      If your Ricoh Digital Camera does not turn on, ensure the battery is correctly loaded and charged. If you're using a non-dedicated battery, switch to the dedicated rechargeable battery. Also, the auto power off feature may have turned the camera off; simply turn it back on. If the camera overheated, allow it to cool down before attempting to turn it on again.
  • M
    Mark PerezAug 31, 2025
    What does 'Insert card' mean on Ricoh CX1?
    • E
      elandryAug 31, 2025
      If your Ricoh Digital Camera displays 'Insert card', it means no card is loaded. Insert a card to resolve this.

Summary

Basic Operations

Advanced Operations Overview

Learn about more advanced camera functions and features.

Key Features

High Magnification 7.1 x Zoom Lens

Details the camera's compact body and wide-angle zoom lens.

Camera Shake Correction

Learn how the camera reduces blurring from shake.

Easy Shooting Mode

Simplifies camera use for beginners with automatic settings.

Safety Precautions

Warning Symbols Explanation

Explains the meaning of warning symbols used in the manual.

General Camera Handling Precautions

Important warnings for safe and proper camera operation.

Getting Ready

About the Battery

Information on the dedicated lithium-ion battery and charging.

Charging the Rechargeable Battery

Step-by-step instructions for charging the battery.

Loading the Battery and SD Memory Card

Steps to insert battery and SD memory card into the camera.

Basic Shooting

Shooting with Auto Shooting Mode

Step-by-step guide to shooting in Auto mode.

Preventing Camera Shake

Tips and functions to avoid blurred photos due to shake.

Playing Back Images

Viewing Your Images

How to access and view captured still images.

Thumbnail View

How to display images in 20 or 81-frame thumbnail views.

Enlarging Images

Steps to enlarge still images for closer inspection.

Deleting Files

Deleting a Single File

Procedure to delete one unwanted file.

Deleting Multiple Files

How to select and delete multiple files separately or by range.

Shooting Menu

About the Shooting Menu

Overview of settings available in the shooting menu.

Focusing Modes

Details on Multi AF, Spot AF, Multi-target AF, MF, Snap, Infinity.

Camera Shake Correction

Turn on the function to prevent camera shake.

Setup Menu

Formatting the SD Memory Card

Prepare an SD card for use by formatting it.

Registering My Settings

Save current camera settings to MY1/MY2 for quick recall.

ADJ. Button Settings

Customize the ADJ./OK button for quick access to settings.

Direct Printing

Connecting the Camera to a Printer

Step-by-step guide to connect camera to a printer.

Printing Still Images

Print selected or all still images to a PictBridge printer.

Downloading Images to Your Computer

For Windows

Instructions for transferring images on Windows OS.

Downloading Images Using DL-10

How to download images using the DL-10 software.

For Macintosh

Instructions for downloading images on Macintosh OS.

Appendices

Troubleshooting Guide

Guides on resolving common camera issues.

Error Messages

Lists error messages and their solutions.

Camera Troubleshooting: Power Supply

Solutions for problems related to camera power and battery.

Specifications Overview

Technical details of the camera's hardware and features.

Ricoh CX1 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Megapixel9.29 MP
Camera typeCompact camera
Sensor typeCMOS
Image stabilizerYes
Supported aspect ratios-
InterfaceUSB 2.0, AV Out 1.0Vp-p
Digital SLRNo
Camera shutter speed1/2000 - 8 s
Focal length (35mm film equivalent)28 - 200 mm
Optical zoom7.1 x
Combined zoom34.1 x
Focal length range4.95 - 35.4 mm
Number of aspheric elements9
Normal focusing range0.3 - ∞ m
Auto focusing (AF) modesflexible spot auto focus, multi point auto focus, spot auto focus
Macro focusing range (tele)0.25 - ∞ m
Macro focusing range (wide)0.01 - ∞ m
Normal focusing range (tele)1 - ∞ m
Flash modesFlash off, Red-eye reduction, Slow synchronization
Flash range (tele)0.25 - 2 m
Flash range (wide)0.2 - 3 m
Internal memory88 MB
Compatible memory cardssd, sdhc
Motion JPEG frame rate15 fps
Maximum video resolution640 x 480 pixels
Display diagonal3 \
Display resolution (numeric)920000 pixels
USB version2.0
Scene modesClose-up (macro), Documents, Night landscape, Night portrait, Portrait, Sports
Image editingresizing, trimming
White balanceauto, Cloudy, Fluorescent, Incandescent, manual
Camera playbackSlide show
Self-timer delay2 s
Product colorSilver
Battery typeDB-70
Battery life (CIPA standard)270 shots
Operating temperature (T-T)0 - 40 °C
Light meteringCentre-weighted, Spot
Light exposure modesAuto
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth27.9 mm
Width101.5 mm
Height58.3 mm
Weight180 g

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