Ricoh WG-6 Camera Firmware 1.05

Following problems were corrected:

- Corrected that after setting GPS items with the position of mode dial U1 / U2, the set items become invalid when turnig in to other positions of mode dial.

Formatting the SD memory card:

- If a card storing images is formatted, all data on the card will be lost. Save needed images to a computer in advance before formatting the card.
- Insert the SD memory card into the camera, and turn on the power to the camera
- Press the MENU/OK button
- Display the Setup Menu
- Select [Format [Card]] from the menu, and press the k button
- Select [Yes], and press the d/t button

Check the version of the firmware:

- With the camera turned off, while pressing the Down button, press and hold the Playback button down for 2 to 3 seconds
- Check the firmware version displayed on the picture monitor
- The part to check is the information that is encircled in the box below.
- The firmware version will be displayed on the picture display for about 20 seconds, after which the picture display screen will switch to the playback mode screen.
- Turn off the power to the camera

Install the new firmware version:

- Download and extract the firmware to your computer.
- A WG-6 Update folder will be created, and the firmware file, wlaunch3, will be extracted to the [Firmware relxxx (xxx is the version number)] folder.
- Copy the firmware to the SD memory card
- With the camera turned off, while pressing the Up button, press and hold the Playback button down for 2 to 3 seconds
- A message confirming the firmware update will appear on the picture display.
- Press the k button, select [YES], and press the C/D button
- The firmware update will start, and the message shown below will display on the picture display.The firmware update should take about 30 seconds to complete.
- After updating the firmware is completed, the power to the camera will once turn off automatically, and then the power will turn on in playback mode
- If there are no image files that have been taken with the camera saved to the SD memory card, the [No File] message will display.
- Turn off the power to the camera
- Check the firmware version of the camera once more.

About Digital Camera Updates:

Updating to a newer firmware version than the one already installed on your camera can improve the device's overall performance and stability, resolve various issues, and add support for newly developed features or enhance existing ones.

On the other hand, downgrading the camera's firmware can recover its functionality in the unlikely event the currently installed version is faulty or the device's performance dropped after an upgrade. However, bear in mind that applying an earlier build might not always be possible.

It is recommended that changing the camera's firmware be performed when the new release resolves an issue that your device has been encountering, or adds a new feature (or enhances an existing one) that could prove useful for you.

This process isn't intended to be destructive, but still, it's best to save all your personal data and configurations before applying a different firmware. Moreover, make sure that the battery is fully charged and don't use the camera's buttons while the installation is in progress.

When it comes to the update method, usually, you must copy the firmware file onto a compatible memory card, insert it into the camera, and browse from the menu to the device's update section.

However, each device has various ways to enter the update mode and particular steps that should be taken for a successful upgrade, therefore make sure you read the product's installation guide.

That being said, if you consider that this firmware improves your device in any way, then hit the download button and get the desired version; if not, check with our website as often as possible so that you don't miss the update that will boost your camera's performance.

  It is highly recommended to always use the most recent driver version available.

Try to set a system restore point before installing a device driver. This will help if you installed an incorrect or mismatched driver. Problems can arise when your hardware device is too old or not supported any longer.