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Digital Camera Operating Manual T o ensure the best performance from your camera, please read the Operating Manual before using the camera..
1 Thank you for purchasing RICOH WG-M1. Please read this manual before using the camera in order to get the most out of all the features and functions. Keep this manual safe, as it can be a valuable tool in helping you to understand all the camera’s capabilities.
2 licensed to provide A VC video. No license is granted or shall be implied for any other use. Additional information may be obtained from MPEG LA, LLC.
3 T o users of this camera • Do not use or store this device in the vicinity of equipment that generates strong electromagnetic radiation or magnetic elds.
4 Using Y our Camera Safely We have paid close attention to the safety of this product. When using this product, we request your special attention regarding items marked with the following symbols. W arning This symbol indicates that violating this item could cause serious personal injuries.
5 Caution • So me portions of the camera heat up during use, so please take care, as there is a risk of low temperature burns if such portions are held for long periods of time. • Should the LCD be damaged, be careful of glass fragments. Also, be careful not to allow the liquid crystal to get on your skin, in your eyes, or in your mouth.
6 Caution • Do not place heavy objects on the USB cable, allow heavy objects to drop onto it or allow it to become damaged due to excessive bending. If the USB cable becomes damaged, consult your nearest service center . • Do not short or touch the output terminals of the product while it is still plugged in.
7 Caution • Only use the specied battery with this camera. Use of other batteries may cause an explosion or re. • Do not disassemble the battery . Disassembling the battery may cause an explosion or leakage. • Remove the battery from the camera immediately if it becomes hot or begins to smoke.
8 Care to be T aken During Handling Before Starting Use • When the camera has not been used for a long time, conrm that it is still working properly , particularly prior to taking important pictures (such as at a wedding or when traveling).
9 to the properties of the liquid crystal and is not a malfunction. • If the camera is subjected to rapid temperature changes, condensation may form on the inside and outside of the camera. Therefore put the camera in a bag or plastic bag and take the camera out when the difference in temperature has subsided.
10 Others • Care should be taken when removing the microSD Card immediately after using the camera, as the card may be hot. • Keep the battery/card cover closed and do not remove the microSD Card .
11 • This camera is provided with a waterproof/dustproof design complying with JIS waterproof grade 8 and JIS dustproof grade 6 (equivalent to IP68). • The camera satises our drop test (2 m height onto a 5 cm thick plywood surface) complying with MIL-Standard 810F Method 516.
12 • Make sure there are no foreign objects (dust, sand, hair , lint or liquid) on the rubber seals or the surface they contact before closing the battery/card cover . Wipe off any foreign objects with a clean lint-free cloth. • Close the battery/card cover properly until it click.
13 loss in waterproof performance. If the camera is subjected to substantial vibrations, shocks or pressure, take your camera to your nearest service center and have it checked. • Avoid getting sunscreen or sun oil on the camera as it may cause discoloration of the surface.
14 • Avoid cleaning with agents such as soapy water , mild detergents, or alcohol as this may compromise the waterproof performance of the camera. • T o maintain the waterproof performance of the camera, you are recommended to change the waterproof packing once a year .
15 Contents Using Y our Camera Safely ........................................................................................4 Care to be T aken During Handling ............................................................................ 8 Regarding W aterproof, Dustproof, and Shockproof Design .
16 Charging ................................................................................................................... 28 Introduction to V arious Button Functions .................................................................. 29 Operation Method .
17 Introduction to General Settings ............................................................................... 43 Introduction to Mode Settings ...................................................................................47 Movie Settings Introduction .
18 Connection Port Introduction ...................................................... 77 Connect to a Computer .............................................................................................77 HDMI Connected TV Output ..................
19 Getting Ready Accessories Included Operating Manual (CD-ROM) Quick Start Guide Quick start guide Power adapter GAC-03 Rechargeable lithium-ion battery DB-65 The plug shape of the power adapter may vary depending on the country or region. The actual item may vary from the drawing.
20 Lens protector O-LP1531 Underwater lens protector O-LP1532 Lens protector O-LP1531 has been installed on the product when leaving factory . In order to guarantee the waterproof and dustproof performance, please make sure to attach the lens protector to the camera all the time.
21 1 Strap Lug 2 LCD Screen 3 Lens Protector Lock 4 Alignment Points 5 Lens Protector 6 Microphone 7 Menu Button / Direction Button (Upper) 8 OK Button 9 Playback Button / Direction Button (Lower) Par.
22 10 Video Recording Button / Shutter Button 11 Power Button / Delete Button 12 Status Indicator 13 Battery / Card Cover 14 Cover Open Switch 15 Cover Lock 16 Positioning Hole 17 Speaker 18 T ripod S.
23 Attaching the Carabiner Strap Attach the carabiner strap supplied with the camera. 1. Pass the end of the strap through the strap lug on the camera. 2. Fix the end of the strap to the stopper. Protective rubber ring The carabiner has rubber rings to prevent damage to the display .
24 Attaching and Removing the Lens Protector T wo types of replaceable lens protectors are provided for the product. Please put the lens protector on all the time to ensure the waterproof and dustproof performance. Lens protector O-LP1531: Applicable for general use.
25 When the product is exposed to uctuations in temperature, condensation may form on the inside surface of the lens protector . If this happens, remove the lens protector , clean it with a soft, dry , lint-free cloth, and then reinstall in the lens.
26 1. Open the battery/card cover First, move the cover lock to the right ( ① ), and push down on the cover open switch ( ② ) to open the battery/card cover around the axis in the downward direction.
27 4. Close the battery/card cover Close the battery/card cover around the axis in the upward direction until it clicks, and move the cover lock to the left. Memory card (refers to m icroSD card or microSDHC card) is optional, which is not included in the product package and needs to be purchased separately .
28 Please charge after the product is turned off. 1. Connect the product to the power adapter with the USB cable. 2. Then insert the plug of the power adapter to the power outlet for charging. After the battery is stored for a long period, use the supplied power adapter to charge the battery prior to use.
29 Introduction to V arious Button Functions Button Name Menu Status Viewnder Status During Video Recording Power Button / Delete Button - Display all the hidden information - Press and hold: turn .
30 Button Name Photo Playback Movie Playback Playing Back Fast Forwarding / Rewinding Pausing Power Button / Delete Button Delete Back to the initial state of the movie Press and hold: turn off the pr.
31 T urn On / Off T urn on: When the power is off, press and hold for more than 2 seconds to turn on the product; or press and hold for more than 2 seconds to turn on the product and enter playback mode. T urn off: When the power is on, press and hold for more than 2 seconds to turn off the product.
32 Set your Language, Date and Time after the rst power-on Please set at the rst time you use. 1. Press and hold the to turn on the product and enter the language selection screen; 2. Press or to select language; 3. After pressing button to select desired language, the product will enter 「 Date / Time 」 setting screen; 4.
33 1. Mode Display 2. T ime Lapse Display 3. Burst Shot Display 4. Loop recording Display 5. Motion detection Display 6. White Balance Display 7. Number of remaining shots Display LCD Screen Display 8. Remaining Recording T ime Display 9. Internal Memory / Memory Card Display 10.
34 Introduction to Basic Operation of Recording and Shooting 1. Enter the viewnder status, and press to switch between video mode and shooting mode; 2. Align the lens to the object to be recorded, and press for video recording or shooting; 3. Under the video mode, repress the to stop recording.
35 Under shooting mode, when the product detects a human face, a green focus frame will appear . When two or more human faces are detected, a green main focus frame and a white secondary focus frame will appear . When in shooting and video mode, the LCD may turn off to save power .
36 1. Movie Display 2. Burst Shot Display 3. T ime Lapse Display 4. Loop recording Display 5. Motion d etection Display 6. White Balance Display 7. Memory Card or Internal Memory Display 8. Battery Status Display 9. Movie Size Display LCD Screen Display under Playback Mode 10.
37 Introduction to Basic Operation of Playback Single Photo: 1. When in viewnder status, press to enter the playback mode of video and pictures; 2. Display movie or picture les on the LCD screen; 3. Press or to view the movies or pictures stored in the memory card or internal memory .
38 Movie Playback: 1. Select movie to be played back, and press to start movie playback. 00:00:47 00:00:47 00:01:23 00:01:23 2. When playing back the movie, an operation guidance will appear on th e screen. Y ou can press buttons to perform the corresponding functions.
39 Movie playback rewind or forward: 00:00:47 00:00:47 00:01:23 00:01:23 Movie playback pause: 00:00:47 00:00:47 00:01:23 00:01:23 There will be no sound output during rewinding or forwarding.
40 Movie or Picture Delete: 1. Select the movies or photos to be deleted, and press to enter the Delete screen. Press or to select 「 Delete 」 , and press to conrm. 2. After a movie or a photo is successfully deleted, the LCD will display the next movie or photo.
41 Introduction to the Setting Mode of Menu Options 1. Under the viewnder status, press to enter the setting menu; 2. Press or to select 「 Mode Settings 」 , 「 Movie Settings 」 , 「 Still Settings 」 , 「 AP Settings 」 and 「 General Settings 」 ; 3.
42 First Level Menu Mode Settings Movie Settings Still Settings AP Settings General Settings Secondary Level Menu Movie Movie Size Still Size - Sound Settings Still T ime L apse Burst Shot Power Off L.
43 Introduction to General Settings 1 1 options in 「 General Settings 」 of the rst level menu: • 「 Sound Settings 」 • 「 Power Off 」 • 「 Wireless Power Saving 」 • 「 Date / .
44 Wireless Power Saving Wireless Power Saving mode means that after 30 seconds of remote-controlled recording with the APP , the wireless connection will automatically disconnect, but the product will continue to record until it is turned off. Wireless Power Saving mode will prolong battery life.
45 Language The language can be set when the product is turned on for the rst time. If you wish to change the language thereafter , please operate as the following. 1. Enter 「 Language 」 in the secondary level interface and press to conrm; 2.
46 Copy to Card Copy to Card is to copy the les in the internal memory to the memory card. There are 2 options in 「 Copy to Card 」 : • Cancel • Conrm When the memory card cannot be detected by the product, options will not be displayed on 「 Copy to Card 」 interface.
47 Mode Settings method of operation: 1. After selecting or options, press to conrm. 2. Press to enter the viewnder status, and display your selected or status.
48 Movie Settings Introduction There are 8 options in rst level menu 「 Movie Settings 」 : • 「 Movie Size 」 • 「 T ime Lapse 」 • 「 Loop recording 」 • 「 Field of View 」 •.
49 When selecting 120 , the sound cannot be recorded. When selecting 120 , 「 T ime Lapse 」 , 「 Loop recording 」 or 「 Motion detection 」 cannot be enabled. When selecting , 「 T ime Lapse 」 or 「 Loop recording 」 cannot be enabled. The longest recording time is 25 minutes at one time.
50 2. Press , the LCD will display red font time countdown; 3. Press again to nish recording. 00:08:08 00:08:08 09 09 Movie Size cannot be set to 120 or . The sound cannot be recorded. When Loop recording or Motion detection is enabled, the T ime Lapse feature cannot be used.
51 Loop recording Loop recording allows to record independent segments of movies according to selected time length. The product will continually record movies until the video recording button is pressed to terminate recording. When the memory card is full, the product will overwrite the recorded les to record another movies circularly .
52 Field of View Field of View sets the viewing angle. There are 4 options in 「 Field of View 」 : • Wide • Medium • n a r r o w n a r r o w n a r r o w n a r r o w n a r r o w n a r r o w Narrow • Underwater Field of View method of operation: 1.
53 When Motion detection is enabled, T ime Lapse or Loop recording setting cannot be performed. Movie Size cannot be set to 120 . Motion detection interface icon: ① Indicates the total time of recor.
54 Wind Cut Wind Cut reduces noise caused by wind. There are 2 options in 「 Wind Cut 」 : • Off • Enable Wind C ut method of operation: 1. After the Wind Cut is enabled, press to return to the viewnder status. LCD will display corresponding icons; 2.
55 Still Settings Introduction There are 5 options in rst level menu 「 Still Settings 」 : • 「 Still Size 」 • 「 Burst Shot 」 • 「 Field of View 」 • 「 White Balance 」 • .
56 Still Size Still Size indicates the number of pixels for still pictures. There are 3 options in 「 Still Size 」 : • 「 14M 」 : 4320×3240(4:3) • 「 10M 」 : 4320×2432(16:9) • 「 5M .
57 White Balance White B alance means that the user adjusts the color temperature under different light sources to ensure that the colors of the subjects are reproduced correctly . There are 5 options in 「 White B alance 」 : • A W B • Daylight • Cloudy • Fluorescent • Underwater White Balance method of operation: 1.
58 AP Settings Introduction The camera can be wirelessly connected with your smart device. Please review the following items before your rst connection: 1. Your smart device system version needs to be iOS 6.0-7.1 or Android 4.0-4.3. If not, please upgrade your smart device system version rst.
59 Connection setting method of the camera and the smart device: Step 1: Install the dedicated application on the smart device. Download the dedicated application (WG-M1) from Google Play or App Store, and install it on your smart device.
60 3. Click the icon to enable the application (APP hereafter). APP connected screen If there is a need to interrupt the connection, press , so that the connection interrupted screen appears. Press or to select , press to interrupt the connection and return to the SSID screen.
61 The APP supports the position service function on your device. It can record GPS information in the photo les. This function is not supported for movie les. Android system: 1. When the APP is enabled for the rst time, it may prompt that 「 “WG-M1” would like to use your current location 」 .
62 iOS system: 1. When the APP is enabled for the rst time, if the position service is enabled, it will prompt whether to not 「 " WG-M1” would like to use your current location 」 ; if th.
63 Enter APP Home interface, and three options are displayed: • 「 Playback 」 : enter playback mode • 「 Remote Viewnder 」 : enter the viewnder status and control the camera to shoot by using the smart device • 「 About 」 : check the version of the APP .
64 Index playback (camera / smart device) 1. In the APP Home, click 「 Playback 」 to enter the index playback state, and enter the photo album of the camera. < 28:0 1 • : enter the Remote Viewnder status (See Page 73 for explanations.) • : download les in the camera into the smart device (See Page 66 for explanations.
65 Enter the selection interface after selecting , and click thumbnails so that les can be selected. Clicking the same thumbnail for the second time will cancel the selection.
66 Y ou can choose up to 20 les at the same time. In the index playback interface, clicking or will pause downloading. Download will restart when the playback interface appears again. Downloading will be continued after switching to the index interface of the smart device, and the downloading progress bar will be displayed.
67 Delete function 1. In the index playback interface of the camera, click to enter the selection interface. Select the les to be deleted, click again to choose whether or not to delete the les. < < 4 items selected 28:0 1 28:0 1 28:0 1 1 2 The les which are being downloaded and wait downloading cannot be deleted.
68 Clicking a photo in slide play will stop the playback and the single photo interface will appear . When playing movie in a slide, only the rst frame is displayed; clicking the movie will stop slide play and the movie play interface will appear .
69 Share function 1. In the index playback interface of the smart device, click to enter the selection interface. 2. Select the les to be shared, and click to pop up the share option. < 28:01 28:01 < 4 items selected 28:01 28:01 1 2 Share option will differ according to the settings of the smart device.
70 Single Photo In the index playback interface, the single photo interface will appear if a single le is clicked. Previous and next les can be displayed by scrolling. 100% enlargement screen will appear by double clicking one single photo, and the original dimension will be recovered by double clicking again.
71 2. Executable operations in single photo playback of the les on the smart device: • : share • : slide play • : edit • : delete • / : start playing back movie/pause (only iOS system) 13/26 < Edit function 1.
72 • Brightness adjustment effects: : Off : Auto • Modeling effects: : Off : Round shape : Belt-like shape (lateral direction) First, click the desired effect and then click to select the options of 「 Save 」 or 「 Cancel 」 , or select the location to share the le.
73 Steps of movie trim: ① Click or to increase or shorten the number of frames. ② Slide the quick browse bar from side to side so that the vertical line stays on a frame to be cut, and click to select the trim starting point.
74 Field of View: Wide Medium n a r r o w n a r r o w n a r r o w n a r r o w n a r r o w n a r r o w Narrow Underwater White Balance: A W B Daylight Cloudy Fluorescent Underwater Still Size: 14M 10M-16:9 5M Burst Shot: Single Burst Shot The characteristics of these parameters are the same as the camera.
75 Video mode method of operation: 1. Click icons at the top of the interface to set corresponding parameters. 2. Click to start video recording, and click to stop video recording.
76 < < 23:30 9999 • : enter the index playback state on the camera. • : shoot photos • : switch to the video mode from the shooting mode About Click 「 About 」 in the APP Home, so that the version of the APP can be checked.
77 Connect to a Computer Connection Port Introduction Y ou can use the USB cable to connect the camera and copy (transmit) images to a computer . T ransferring images to your computer Follow the steps below to connect the camera to a computer . 1. Make sure the computer is turned on.
78 HDMI Connected TV Output The product is capable of realizing movie and photo playback on a TV through an HDMI cable. Steps: 1. Open the battery/card cover of the product, connect one end of an HDMI.
79 Appendices Main Specications Ty p e Compact Digital Still Camera Num ber of ef fec tive pixels App rox. 14 mega pixel s Image sensor 1/2.3 inch CMOS Number of recorded pixels Still (4:3) 14M: 43.
80 Approximate Image Storage Capacity and Recording T ime Still Built-in Memory 4GB microSD Memory Card 14M (4320×3240) 24 pictures 9 11 pictures 10M (4320×2432) 32 pictures 1208 pictures 5M (2592×1944) 64 pictures 2391 pictures • The image storage capacity is for reference only .
81 White balance AW B , Daylight , Cloudy , Fluorescent, Underwater Lens Focal Length: 3mm (approx. 16.8mm in 35mm format equivalent) Brightness: F2.8 Lens Construction: 6 elements in 6 groups (2 aspherical elements) Maximum eld of view: Still image approx.
82 Power source Rechargeable lithium-ion battery: DB-65 Battery life Image Storage Capacity Approx. 350 pictures (using specied battery) The number of pictures is an estimated value based on our measurements. Actual number may vary according to usage conditions.
83 Weight Approx. 190g (including battery , memory card, and Lens protector O-LP1531 ) Approx. 151g (excluding battery , memory card, and Lens protector ) Accessories Rechargeable lithium-ion battery .
84 Prompts and W arning Messages Message Description Solution ! The le folders in the memory card have reached the maximum number (999), the images will not be saved. T oo much folders in memory card will result in longer power up time. Copy the images to your PC and format the memory card.
85 Message Description Solution SD The memory card still cannot be recognized after format. An error occurs when reading the memory card. Interruption problem is encountered in the period of writing in the memory card during the video recording or shooting process.
86 Message Description Solution The battery is used up. It is a warning indicating that the camera is going to shut down. Replace a new battery . Replace a fully charged battery . The message will be displayed when the temperature of the battery is too high during recording.
87 This accessory included in the package xes our digital camera on a at surface. Please read the instructions below carefully for safe use. W arning Do not install this product in vehicles in a way which might hinder driving operations or cause accidents resulting from dropping the product.
88 How to Install the Mount 1. Align the screw to the tripod socket of the camera. Rotate the screw for xing. 2. Inset the appurtenant camera platform with the nut into the adhesive mount and tighten the nut to x them. 3. Peel off a seal stuck to the underside of the adhesive mount to x this product on a at surface such as a table.
89 Caution: • Make sure to x this product on a at surface without irregularities or roughness after wiping off dirt or oil on it. • Do not twist this product forcedly after xing since its adhesion may weaken.
90 W arranty Policy All our cameras purchased through authorized bona de photographic distribution channels are guaranteed against defects of material or workmanship for a period of twelve months from the date of your purchase.
91 Procedure During 12-month W arranty Period Any camera which proves defective during the 12-month warranty period should be returned to the dealer from whom you purchased the camera or to the manufacturer . If there are no representatives of the manufacturer in your country , send the camera to the manufacturer , with postage prepaid.
92 For customers in USA ST A TEMENT OF FCC COMPLIANCE This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
93 Pour les utilisateurs au Canada Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada. FOR CALIFORNIA, U.S.A. ONL Y Perchlorate Material-special handling may apply . The lithium battery used in this camera contains perchlorate material, which may require special handling.
94 Declaration of Conformity According to 47CFR, Parts 2 and 15 for Class B Personal Computers and Peripherals We: RICOH IMAGING AMERICAS CORPORA TION Located at: 633 17 Street, Suite 2600, Denver , Colorado 80202, U.
95 Information for Users on Collection and Disposal of Old Equipment and Used Batteries 1. In the European Union These symbols on the products, packaging and/or accompanying documents mean that used electrical and electronic equipment and batteries should not be mixed with general household waste.
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