https://support.theta360.com/en/

1. Connect the camera to your computer using the provided USB cable

   

2. Import photos to your computer
   • When importing videos, use "RICOH THETA for Windows®/Mac" to convert the video files (".MOV" extension) in the RICOH THETA camera folder.
   • Windows: Follow the instructions on the screen display.
   • Mac: Use iPhoto or Image Capture.
3. Remove the USB cable after the transfer is completed

1. Access the following website to download RICOH THETA for Windows®/Mac
   • https://support.theta360.com/en/download/
2. Follow the instructions on the screen to install RICOH THETA for Windows®/Mac

1. Start RICOH THETA for Windows®/Mac
2. Select [File] → [Firmware Update] in the menu

   

3. Follow the instructions on the screen to connect the camera to your computer using the provided USB cable

   

4. Select [To next]

   

5. Check Current Version and Available Version and select [To next]

   

   • The firmware file transfer starts.
6. When "Transfer Done" is displayed, follow the instructions on the screen to update the firmware on the device

   

1. Start RICOH THETA for Windows®/Mac
2. Select [File] → [Open] in the menu

   

3. Select a video to view
   • The selected video starts playing.
   • You can also open files by dragging and dropping them to the RICOH THETA for Windows®/Mac window.

   

   If the file you selected has not been converted (the extension is ".MOV")

   A video conversion dialog box is displayed. Select or enter the desired output directory (folder to which to save the converted video) and click [Start].

   • Multiple files can be converted at the same time by dragging and dropping files that have not been converted.
   • Conversion may take some time depending on conditions such as the length of the video.
   • The extension of the converted data is ".mp4". Videos do not need to be converted again the next time they are viewed.
   • The playback/display screen can be operated as follows:

     Operations with mouse:

     Drag to scroll within a video.

     Zoom in or out using the mouse wheel.

     Operations with keyboard:

     Zoom in by pressing PgUp.

     Zoom out by pressing PgDn.

     Scroll by pressing ←↑↓→.

   • A full screen display can be launched by selecting [Display] → [Full Screen]. Press Esc to close the full screen display.

Closing the Video

Select [File] → [Close] in the menu.

1. Start RICOH THETA for Windows®/Mac
2. Select [File] → [Open] in the menu

   

3. Select a still image to view
   • The selected still image is displayed.
   • You can also open files by dragging and dropping them to the RICOH THETA for Windows®/Mac window.

   

   • The display screen can be operated as follows:

     Operations with mouse:

     Drag to scroll within a still image.

     Zoom in or out using the mouse wheel.

     Operations with keyboard:

     Zoom in by pressing PgUp.

     Zoom out by pressing PgDn.

     ←↑↓→Scroll by pressing ←↑↓→.

   • A full screen display can be launched by selecting [Display] → [Full Screen]. Press Esc to close the full screen display.

Exporting Still Images

Select [File] → [Write with top/bottom correction] → [JPEG data with XMP].

Image slant is corrected.

Closing the Still Image

Select [File] → [Close] in the menu.

1. Select [theta360.com] → [Login] in the menu

   

2. Select the account to use
   • Read the Terms of Use, check the check box next to "Agree to Terms of Use" and then click "Login with Facebook" or "Login with Twitter" to select the account you want to use.

     

3. Enter your account name and password in the login screen and select [Login]

   

   • When you are logged in successfully, the theta360.com menu item changes from "Login" to "Logout".
4. Select [theta360.com] → [SNS Share] in the menu

   

5. Move the slider to adjust the area to be shared and select [Next].
   • Files up to 5MB can be shared.

   

6. Enter a comment and select [Post]

   

1. Select [theta360.com] → [Login] in the menu

   

2. Select the account to use
   • Read the Terms of Use thoroughly, check the check box next to "Agree to Terms of Use" and then click "Login with Facebook" or "Login with Twitter" to select the account you want to use.

   

3. Enter your account name and password in the login screen and select [Login]

   

   • When you are logged in successfully, the theta360.com menu item changes from "Login" to "Logout".
4. Select [theta360.com] → [SNS Share] in the menu

   

5. Enter a comment and select [Post]

   

See below for the recommended computer environment.

https://support.theta360.com/en/enviroment/#PCAPP

1. Tap in the app start screen

   

   • The [Settings] screen is displayed.

Settings

The following settings are displayed in the [Settings] screen.

Wi-Fi Status:

Check the Wi-Fi status of the smartphone.

Login/Logout:

Log in to and out of theta360.com.

Connection:

Check the connection between the camera and the smartphone.

Transfer method:

Select whether to keep the still images on the camera when transferring still images from the camera to the smartphone. Select [Copy] to retain the still image in the internal memory after transfer or select [Move] to delete the still image from the internal memory after transfer.

Caution

• The size of still images is automatically reduced when the still images are transferred to a smartphone. Select [Copy] if you want to keep the still images in their original size.

Sleep Mode*:

Set the length of time before the camera enters the sleep mode (Off/3 minutes/5 minutes/7 minutes).
If no operations are performed for a further 5 minutes after the camera enters the sleep mode, the power turns off.

Change Password*:

The Wi-Fi password of the connected camera can be changed by following the steps below:

1. Enter a new password (8 or more characters) and tap [Change Password] at the bottom of the screen.

 * Single-byte English letters, numbers and symbols can be used (no spaces).

2. When the password has been changed successfully, press the wireless button of the camera to turn the wireless function on or off.

3. Delete the camera registration information from before the password change in the Wi-Fi settings of your smartphone.

4. Enter the new password in the Wi-Fi settings of your smartphone and connect to the camera.

Note

• Please note that the previous password can no longer be used.
• If you have forgotten the password, press the reset button on the bottom of the camera to restore the default password.

Camera version*:

Check the firmware version of the camera.

App version:

Check the version of the app.

Twitter:

Set a Twitter account.

Tumblr:

Set a Tumblr account.

*Settings can only be checked and changed when the camera is connected to the smartphone.

1. Press the power button on the camera to turn the power on

   

2. Press the wireless button to turn the wireless function on

   

   • The wireless lamp lights in red.
   • This does not need to be done if the wireless lamp lights in red when the power is turned on.
3. Select the SSID of the camera in the Wi-Fi settings of the smartphone
4. Start the smartphone application
   • The wireless lamp lights in blue.
5. Tap to display the shooting screen

   

6. Tap / at the top of the screen to change the setting mode (A).

   

   Auto:

   ISO sensitivity, shutter speed and white balance are adjusted automatically according to the shooting environment. The camera returns to this mode each time the power is turned on.

   ISO priority:

   Set the ISO sensitivity and white balance.

   Shutter priority:

   Set the shutter speed and white balance.

7. Select each setting
   • Move your finger over each setting to select your desired settings.
   • The section displayed in white is the current setting.
   • Below are the setting ranges and options that can be selected for each setting.

     ISO sensitivity:

     100 – 1600

     Shutter speed:

     1/7.5 – 1/8000

     White balance:

     Auto – Adjusted automatically.

     Outdoor – Adjusted for shooting outdoors (when sunny).

     Shade – Adjusted for shooting in the shade.

     Cloudy – Adjusted for shooting when cloudy.

     Incandescent light 1 – Adjusted for shooting in incandescent light.

     Incandescent light 2 – Adjusted for shooting in incandescent light.
     (More red remains than when using [Incandescent light 1].)

     Daylight color fluorescent light – Adjusted for shooting in daylight color fluorescent light.

     Natural white fluorescent light – Adjusted for shooting in natural white fluorescent light.

     White fluorescent light – Adjusted for shooting in white fluorescent light.

     Light bulb color fluorescent light – Adjusted for shooting in lightbulb color fluorescent light.

   • Exposure compensation can also be done using the slider at the bottom of the screen. Move it to the right to brighten the image or to the left to darken the image.

Shooting at equal intervals (interval shooting)

Tap at the bottom right of the screen to set interval shooting, which shoots at a fixed interval. Touch the button next to [Interval shooting] to turn this setting on and configure settings.

Setting ranges

Shooting interval: 5 seconds – 10 minutes

Total shots: 2 – 200 shots, Not specified

• RICOH THETA m15

  

• USB cable

  

• Soft case

  

• Quick Start Guide

• Important Message to Customers

1. Press the power button on the camera to turn the power on
   • To turn on the power in the video mode, press and hold the wireless button on the camera while pressing the power button.

   

2. Press the wireless button to turn the wireless function on

   

   • The wireless lamp lights in red.
3. Display the Wi-Fi settings of your smartphone
4. Select the SSID of the camera from the network list and enter the password

   

   • The serial number printed on the base of the camera is the same as the SSID and password.
     The SSID is "THETA" plus the serial number in the (B) section (in this case "THETAXN00001017"). The password is the numbers in the (A) section (in this case "00001017").
   • You can change the password from your smartphone.
   • The password is initialized by pressing the reset button (C).
   • When the dedicated app is started after the connection is done, the wireless lamp lights in blue.

Wireless Lamp

The status of the wireless lamp shows the Wi-Fi status of the camera.

Lit in blue:

The Wi-Fi function is on and communication with a smartphone via a Wi-Fi connection is in progress

Lit in red:

Wi-Fi function on

Unlit:

Wi-Fi function off

Date and Time Settings

The date and time of the camera are synchronized with the smartphone when connected.

1. Access the app download service that is compatible with your smartphone
   • Certain functions within the iOS application and the Android application are different.
2. Search for RICOH THETA
   • When downloading the Android application, search for “RICOH THETA m15”.
3. Follow the instructions on the screen to download
   • An icon () is displayed on the home screen when the download is done.

1. Press the power button

   

   • If the power is turned on in still image mode, the power lamp is lit in blue.
   • If the power is turned on in video mode, the power lamp flashes slowly in blue.
   • Press the power button again to turn the power off.

Power Lamp

When the power is on, the status of the power lamp shows the battery capacity.

Still image mode

Lit in blue:

There is sufficient battery capacity.

Flashing in blue (fast):

The battery capacity is low.

Unlit:

The battery has run out.

Video mode

Flashing in blue (slow):

There is sufficient battery capacity.

Flashing in red and blue:

The battery capacity is low.

Unlit:

The battery has run out.

1. Connect the camera to your computer using the provided USB cable

   

   • The power lamp is lit in red when charging starts.
   • The power lamp is unlit when charging is done.
2. Remove the USB cable after charging is done

Charging Time

The camera is charged in approximately 180 minutes (at 25°C).

1. Lens

   Caution

   • Be careful when handling the lens section.

2. Status lamp

   Displays the processing status of the camera. (Details)

   Lit in blue:

   Shooting is possible.

   Flashing in blue (slow):

   Sleep mode (power saving).

   Flashing in blue (fast):

   Shooting is not possible because internal processing is in progress.

   Lit in red:

   An error is occurring in the electromagnetic compass.

   Flashing in red:

   The firmware of the camera is being updated.

   Unlit:

   Shooting is not possible as no more images can be taken/no more time remains. The lamp is also unlit during shooting.

3. Shutter button

   Press to capture images.

4. Power lamp

   Displays the power status.

5. Power button

   Turns the power on/off.

6. Wireless button

   Turns the wireless function on/off.

   Press and hold this while turning the power on to switch to video mode.

7. Wireless lamp

   Displays the wireless status.

8. USB terminal

   Connect to your computer using the provided USB cable.

9. Reset button

   The password is initialized.

   Caution

   • Do not press the reset button while data is being recorded after shooting. Shooting may no longer be possible after doing this.

10. Tripod mount hole

    Caution

    • When using the tripod, take care not to overtighten the screws.

1. Press the power button on the camera to turn the power on

   

2. Press the wireless button to turn the wireless function on

   

   • The wireless lamp lights in red.
   • This does not need to be done if the wireless lamp lights in red when the power is turned on.
3. Select the SSID of the camera in the Wi-Fi settings of the smartphone
4. Start the smartphone application
   • The wireless lamp lights in blue.
5. Tap to display the shooting screen

   

6. Tap to take a photo

   

   • Tap (A) to change the transfer mode.
     Postview: Still images are transferred to the smartphone at the same time they are saved in the internal memory of the camera.
     No Postview: Still images are not transferred to the smartphone.
   • (B) is a guide to the remaining number of images that can be shot.
   • Exposure compensation can be done using the slider at the bottom of the screen (C). If you check a still image and feel that it is too bright or too dark, adjust the brightness and retake the photo to obtain the desired brightness. Move it to the right to brighten the photo or to the left to darken the photo.
     In still image shooting mode, you can set ISO sensitivity, shutter speed, white balance and interval shooting conditions to suit the purpose of your shooting.
     • Checking and Changing the Shooting Conditions

1. Turn on the power of the camera

   

2. Position the camera
   • Position the camera as upright as possible.
3. Press the shutter button

   

   • The still image that is captured is saved in the internal memory of the camera.

Camera Status Lamp

Some lighting statuses of the camera status lamp show that it is not possible to take photos. Refer to the following and check the status of the camera.

Lit in blue:

Photos can be taken.

Flashing in blue (slow):

Sleep mode (power saving).

Flashing in blue (fast):

Photos cannot be taken because internal processing is in progress.

Lit in red:

An error is occurring in the electromagnetic compass.

Flashing in red:

The firmware of the camera is being updated.

Unlit:

No more images can be shot. The lamp is also unlit during shooting.

1. Press the power button on the camera to turn the power on

   

2. Press the wireless button to turn the wireless function on

   

   • The wireless lamp lights in red.
   • This does not need to be done if the wireless lamp lights in red when the power is turned on.
3. Select the SSID of the camera in the Wi-Fi settings of the smartphone
4. Start the smartphone application
   • The wireless lamp lights in blue.
5. Select the location where the still images are saved

   

   • [App]: A list of still images transferred to the smartphone is displayed.
   • [Camera Roll]: A list of still images saved in the photo app of the smartphone is displayed. Spherical images selected from the list can be displayed in the viewer. For details on how to save to the [Camera Roll], see "Viewer" below.
   • [Camera]: A list of still images saved in the internal memory of the camera is displayed.
6. Tap the still image to view

   

   • The selected still image is displayed in the viewer.
   • You can select the still image to be displayed in (A) (if [Camera] is selected in step 5).

Viewer

Display a desired area of a spherical image taken with the camera, and zoom in or out to check details in the photo.

• Zooming in or out of a still image: Pinch out, pinch in

  

• Changing the displayed area (moving the still image): Swipe or flick

  

Tap the screen when a still image is displayed in the viewer to display the buttons and perform various operations.

• If a still image is selected from [Camera]

  

(A):

Returns to the still image list.

(B):

Uploads the still image to SNS such as Facebook.

• If a still image is selected from [App]

  

(A):

Returns to the still image list.

(B):

Allows you to edit the still image.

(C):

Displays the previous still image.

(D):

Displays the next still image.

(E):

Tap [Share] to post the still image to SNS such as Facebook. Tap [Save to Camera Roll] to save the still image to the [Camera Roll] (photo app of the smartphone). Image slant is corrected when saving.

(F):

Deletes the still image.

1. Start the smartphone application
2. Select [App]

   

   • [App]: Still images transferred to the smartphone can be edited.
3. Tap the still image to be edited.

   

   • The selected still image is displayed in the viewer.
4. Tap the screen to display the buttons, and then tap [Edit]

   

   • The editing screen is displayed.
5. Trace the area to be blurred with your fingers

   

   • The traced area is blurred.
   • The displayed area can be moved by flicking or swiping section (A).

   To make the blurred area smaller (remove some of the blurring)

   Tap [Cancel]. When the blurred area turns green, trace the area to remove the blurring with your finger.

6. Tap [Save new]
   • The edited version is saved as a new still image.

1. Press the power button on the camera to turn the power on

   

2. Press the wireless button to turn the wireless function on

   

   • The wireless lamp lights in red.
   • This does not need to be done if the wireless lamp lights in red when the power is turned on.
3. Select the SSID of the camera in the Wi-Fi settings of the smartphone
4. Start the smartphone application
   • The wireless lamp lights in blue.
5. Select [App] or [Camera]

   

   • [App]: Still images transferred to the smartphone can be shared.
   • [Camera]: Still images saved in the internal memory of the camera can be shared.
6. Tap the still image to be posted

   

   • The selected still image is displayed in the viewer.
7. Tap the screen to display the buttons and then tap to post a still image from [App] or [Share] to post a still image from [Camera].

   

   • The posting screen is displayed.
8. Enter the text to be posted

   

   • The posting screen is displayed.
9. Select the social networking service to post to

10. Tap [Done]
    • If you have not registered your social networking service account, a settings screen is displayed. The still image is uploaded after the settings are done.

1. Press the power button on the camera to turn the power on

   

2. Press the wireless button to turn the wireless function on

   

   • The wireless lamp lights in red.
   • This does not need to be done if the wireless lamp lights in red when the power is turned on.
3. Select the SSID of the camera in the Wi-Fi settings of the smartphone
4. Start the smartphone application
   • The wireless lamp lights in blue.
5. Select [App] or [Camera]

   

   • [App]: Still images transferred to the smartphone can be deleted.
   • [Camera]: Still images saved in the internal memory of the camera can be deleted.
6. Tap [Select]

   

   • The screen switches to the album editing screen.
7. Select the photo(s) to be deleted

   

   • Multiple photos can be selected. A check mark appears for selected photos.
   • Tap (Select All button) to select all photos. Tap (Cancel button) to cancel all selections.
8. Tap [Delete]
   • A confirmation screen is displayed. Tap [Yes] to start deletion.

1. Press the power button on the camera to turn the power on

   

2. Press the wireless button to turn the wireless function on

   

   • The wireless lamp lights in red.
   • This does not need to be done if the wireless lamp lights in red when the power is turned on.
3. Select the SSID of the camera in the Wi-Fi settings of the smartphone
4. Start the smartphone application
   • The wireless lamp lights in blue.
5. Select [Camera]

   

   • A list of photos saved in the internal memory of the camera is displayed.
6. Tap [Select]

   

   • The screen switches to the album editing screen.
7. Select the still image to be transferred.

   

   • Multiple still images can be selected. A check mark appears for selected still images.
   • Tap (Select All button) to select all still images. Tap (Cancel button) to cancel all selections.
8. Tap [Transfer]
   • The transfer starts and the progress is displayed on the screen.
   • To cancel the transfer, tap x and tap [Cancel transfer].

1. Press the wireless button (A) and power button (B) of the camera together to turn on the power

   

2. Press the wireless button to turn the wireless function on

   

   • The wireless lamp lights in red.
   • This does not need to be done if the wireless lamp lights in red when the power is turned on.
3. Select the SSID of the camera in the Wi-Fi settings of the smartphone
4. Start the smartphone application
   • The wireless lamp lights in blue.
5. Tap to display the shooting screen

   

6. Tap to shoot a video
   • flashes during shooting.
   • Tap it again to stop shooting. (Shooting can also be stopped by pressing the shutter button of the camera.)

   

   • (A) is a guide to the remaining amount of time for which shooting is possible.

1. Press the wireless button (A) and power button (B) together to turn on the power of the camera.

   

2. Position the camera
   • Position the camera as upright as possible.
3. Press the shutter button
   • Press it again to stop shooting.

   

   • The video that is captured is saved in the internal memory of the camera.

Camera Status Lamp

Some lighting statuses of the camera status lamp show that it is not possible to shoot videos. Refer to the following and check the status of the camera.

Lit in blue:

Videos can be shot.

Flashing in blue (slow):

Sleep mode (power saving).

Flashing in blue (fast):

Shooting is not possible because internal processing is in progress.

Lit in red:

An error is occurring in the electromagnetic compass.

Flashing in red:

The firmware of the camera is being updated.

Unlit:

Shooting is not possible as no more time remains. The lamp is also unlit during shooting.

(*1)
The number of photos and time are guides only. The actual number differs according to the photography conditions.

(*2)
Charge the battery by connecting it to a PC using the supplied USB cable.

(*3)
The number of photos that can be taken is a guide based on RICOH’s measurement method (wireless on, one photo taken every 30 seconds and transferred to smartphone). The actual number differs according to usage conditions.

(*4)
Excluding lens section.

(*5)
A smartphone is required to change modes or configure manual settings.

(*6)
Automatic shut down if the internal temperature increases.

Care

• Please note that if fingerprints, dirt, etc. get onto the lens, picture quality will suffer.
• When dust or dirt does get on the lens, do not touch it directly with your fingers, and either use a blower (available in stores) to blow it off, or a soft cloth to gently dust it off.
• Wipe the lens particularly carefully after use at the beach or around chemicals.
• In the unlikely event that your camera fails to work properly, please consult the nearest service center.
• Never disassemble the camera by yourself, as this is dangerous.
• Do not get volatile substances, such as thinner, benzene, or pesticides on your camera. This may cause a change in quality, paint to peel, etc.

Various symbols are used throughout this instruction manual and on the product to prevent physical harm to you or other people and damage to property. The symbols and their meanings are explained below.

Sample Warnings

Observe the following precautions to ensure safe use of this equipment.

　Danger

　Warning

　Caution

Camera

• This product was manufactured for use in the country in which it was purchased. The warranty is only valid in the country in which the camera was purchased.
• Should the product fail or malfunction while you are abroad, the manufacturer assumes no responsibility for servicing the product locally or bearing the expenditure incurred therefore.
• Be sure not to drop or apply any sudden force to the camera.
• While you are carrying the camera, be careful not to hit it against other objects. Take special care to not hit the lens and picture display.
• In an environment where the temperature changes suddenly, condensation may occur in the camera, resulting in troubles such as fogging of the glass surface or malfunctions of the camera. If this occurs, place the camera in a bag to slow the temperature change as much as possible. Take it out of the bag after the temperature difference from the atmosphere has decreased to a fairly small amount. If condensation occurs, remove the battery and memory card, and wait until the moisture has dried before using the camera.
• Do not get the camera wet. Do not operate the camera with wet hands. This can result in malfunction or an electrical shock.
• When taking photos of an important event (such as a wedding or overseas trip), take a test photo beforehand to check that the camera is working properly.