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Communication/Internet Operation 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.
RICOH CO., LTD.
3-2-3, Shin-yokohama
Kohoku-ku, Yokohama-shi
222-8530, Japan
L2172552
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Introduction Ricoh Service Offices Thank you for purchasing a Ricoh RDC-i500. This manual explains the correct handling 3-2-3, Shin-yokohama procedures and precautions for your camera. To ensure the best performance, please Kohoku-ku, Yokohama-shi read the manual thoroughly before using the camera. Keep the manual handy for quick 222-8530, Japan future reference. http://www.ricoh.co.jp/r_dc Ricoh Co., Ltd. Ricoh Factory Service Center Test Shots 3235 Sunrise Blvd., Suite2 Rancho Cordova, Check
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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 ➜ 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. Basic operation Camera Operation Manual This manual explains in detail the preparations to take before using the camera together with the procedures
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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 .........................
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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 Set
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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..............................................
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Terms for Communication Settings .................................................. 21 Tips PPP ................................................................................................... 26 IP Address and Domain Name ......................................................... 26 Name Server ..................................................................................... 26 SMTP and POP................................................................................. 34 FTP............
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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 Sh
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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 Im
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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 Uploading the HTML File (FTP Upload) This function allows you to upload the HTML file embedded with the
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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 ................................
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Camera Communication and Internet Functions The camera’s communication and Internet functions enable you to take advantage of the following useful functions. Internet Function Sending Images by E-Mail You can send and receive e-mail. This function is useful for sending images as an attachment. → P.73 “Sending Images as an Attachment”, → P.83 “Using E-Mail” • You can send an image by a simple few steps procedure using the Note quick send function. → P.68 “Sending an Image Using Quick Send” Up
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Before Using the Communication and Internet Functions Other Communication Function Sending Images to a Computer You can upload images recorded in the camera directly to a folder in the computer (server). You can use this function, for example, to send images which you have taken while being away from your office. → P.70 “Sending Images Directly to a Computer” → P.95 “Using Direct Upload” 1 Office Send the files to the office computer one at a time Computer Dial-up lines (Server) 11
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The Internet This section gives you an idea of how the Internet works and what you can do with this product on the Internet. What is the Internet? When a computer is connected to other computers, this is called a computer network. There are many such networks all over the world. These networks can be connected to each other by telephone line. The world’s largest computer network connected in this way is the Internet. Network Using the Internet with This Camera Uploading Information to a Web Pa
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Before Using the Communication and Internet Functions • The Internet uses an information system called WWW (World Wide Note Web) or simply Web. Web information is supplied in the form of pages and the homepage serves as the gateway to the Web pages. Communicating by E-Mail E-mail (electronic mail) is the system of exchanging messages (mail) using the Internet. Anyone who has access to the Internet can send and receive messages at will. The system has the major advantage of being able to delive
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E-Mail Sending : When a message is uploaded, it is sent first to the outgoing mail server, and from there via the Internet to the receiver’s incoming mail server. Each person has their own mail box in their incoming mail server and the message is stored in the appropriate box. Receiving : The receiver can get the message from the mail box by going to their incoming mail server. Outgoing mail server Incoming mail server Receiver B Sender A D The mail C The mail will soon B The mail will be sent
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Before Using the Communication and Internet Functions Provider Making a Contract with a Provider The provider is the company which provides the service of connecting you to the Internet. Individual access to the Internet requires a contract with a provider. When you make such a contract, you will be supplied with the necessary information for accessing the Internet. • If your company already has an Internet environment, you do not need Note 1 to make a contract with a provider. In this case, t
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➜➜ Flow Chart The following chart shows the general flow of operation, from preparation to actual use of the communication and Internet functions. Set the Communication Function Set the mode dial to [SET] (Setup mode) and set the communication function. You will need the information supplied by the provider or system administrator. → P.17 “Chapter 2” Connect the Communication Equipment Connect the camera to the communication card. → P.55 “Chapter 3” ➜ Preparations are now complete. Follow the pr
