Ricoh Wg5 User Manual

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This camera is equipped with an electronic level for detecting whether the camera 
is level.
When [Electronic Level] is set to O (On) in the [ A Rec. Mode] menu, the 
electronic level can be displayed, and you can check how level the camera is 
(p.108).
The horizontal bar scale shows a tilt to the left or right (horizontal tilt) and the 
vertical bar scale shows a tilt upward or downward (vertical tilt).
The number of increments on the scales and the color of bar scale show the...

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Sub-display Indicator
When the camera is turned off, information such as the current time and air 
pressure is displayed on the sub-display on the cameras front side.
* 2 changes depending on [Pressure Sensor] settings in [W Setting] menu 
(p.189).
1
Current time
2 Height/air pressure
• The sub-display’s back light turns on for five seconds when the shutter 
release button is pressed fully.
• You can change the display items by pressing the zoom button. The items  are switched as...

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Attaching the Carabiner Strap
Attach the carabiner strap supplied with the camera.
1Pass the end of the strap through the strap lug on the camera.
2Fix the end of the strap to the stopper.
Protective rubber ringThe carabiner has rubber rings to prevent damage to the display. These rubber rings 
cushion the impact when the carabiner hits the display.
Be sure to adjust the positions of the rubber rings as shown in the figure below for the 
best results before using the carabiner strap. 

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Powering the Camera
Use the rechargeable lithium-ion battery D-LI92 that is provided with the camera.
1Slide the battery cover lock as indicated by 1, and release the 
lock.
2Slide the release latch as indicated by  2, and open the battery 
cover towards  3.
3Using the side of the battery to push the battery lock lever in 
the direction of  4, insert the battery with the PENTAX logo 
pointing toward the lens.
Push the battery in until it is locked in place.
4Close the battery cover,...

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5Slide the battery cover lock in the opposite direction indicated 
by 1.
Make sure that the yellow indicator cannot be seen and the cover is completely 
locked.
1Open the battery cover.
2Push the battery lock lever towards  4.
The battery will be ejected. Take care not to drop the battery when removing it.
Removing the Battery
• Do not use excessive force when opening and closing the battery cover 
because the waterproof seal may peel off. If the seal is not in the correct 
position,...

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Connect the supplied power adapter (D-PA135) to the camera and charge the 
battery before using it for the first time or after a long period of non-use, or when 
the [Battery depleted] message appears.
1Make sure that the camera is turned off and open the battery 
cover.
2Connect the USB cable to the power adapter.
3Connect the USB cable to the camera.
4Plug the power adapter into the power outlet. The power lamp blinks while charging.
When charging is finished, the power lamp turns...

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• Image Storage Capacity, Movie Recording Time, and Playback Time(at 23°C (73.4°F) with the display on and the battery fully charged)
*1 The image storage capacity shows the approximate number of shots recorded  during CIPA-compliant testing (at 23°C (73.4°F) with display on and flash used 
for 50% of the shots). Actual performance may vary according to operating 
conditions.
*2 According to the results of in-house testing.
• Do not use the supplied power adapter (D-PA135) for any...

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• Battery Level Indicator
You can check the battery level by the indicator on the display.
Screen DisplayBattery Status
(green) Adequate power remains.
(green) Battery is running low.
(yellow) Battery is running very low.
(red) Battery is exhausted.
[Battery depleted] The camera will turn off after this message appears. 

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Use of the optional AC adapter kit (K-AC117) is recommended if you intend to use 
the camera for a long time or connect it to a computer.
Note: AC plug cord “Listed, Type SPT-2 or NISPT-2, 18/2 flexible cord, rated 125 
V, 7A, minimum 6 ft. (1.8 m)”
1Make sure that the camera is turned off and open the battery 
cover.
2Remove the battery.Refer to p.32 - p.33 on how to open the battery cover and remove the battery.
3Insert the DC coupler.Using the side of the DC coupler to push the...

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• Make sure that the camera is turned off before connecting or disconnecting the AC adapter.
• Make sure that the AC plug cord and the DC terminal connecting the AC  adapter to the camera are inserted securely. Data may be lost if either 
becomes disconnected while the data is being recorded on the SD Memory 
Card or in the built-in memory.
• Use the AC adapter with due care to avoid fire or electric shock. Be sure to read “About the Power Adapter and the AC Adapter” (p.3) before...