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Nikon COOLPIX995 Digital Camera

Nikon COOLPIX995 Digital Camera User Manual

Display Conventions

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Here are some display conventions used in our

ll buttons and keys appear in a green color, like this:

{

Press the

{

Hold down the

Text that displays on the device's panel appears in a blue color, like this:

{

The message

{

YES?

ENTER

prompts you to confirm the procedure.

key.

FAST FWD

appears on the display.

STBY

online LiveManuals

button.

Before Using the Camera

For Your Safety

This section contains important safety information. Read this section in its entirety before using your COOLPIX995 or the software provided with your camera.

Warnings and cautions

The symbols listed below are used in this guide and in other documentation to indicate warnings and cautions that should be read before use.

This symbol is used to mark warnings that should be read before use to prevent possible injury.

This symbol indicates where caution should be exercised to avoid damaging your Nikon product.

Warnings

To prevent injury, observe the following warnings when using your Nikon product.

Viewing the sun or other strong light source through the Viewfinder could cause permanent visual impairment.

Should you notice smoke or an unusual smell coming from the equipment or from the AC adapter (available separately), unplug the AC adapter and remove the battery immediately, taking care to avoid burns. Continued operation could result in injury. After removing the battery, take the equipment to a Nikon-authorized service center for inspection.

Warning

Caution

Do not look at the sun through the Viewfinder

Turn off immediately in the event of malfunction

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Do not use in the presence of flammable gas

Do not use electronic equipment in the presence of flammable gas, as this could result in explosion or fire.

Do not place camera strap around neck

Placing the camera strap around your neck could result in strangulation. Special care should be taken to avoid placing the strap around the neck of an infant or child.

Do not disassemble

Touching the product's internal parts could result in injury. In the event of a malfunction, the product should be repaired only by a qualified technician. Should the product break open as the result of a fall or other accident, remove the battery and/or AC adapter and then take the product to a Nikon-authorized service center for inspection.

Observe proper precautions when handling the battery

The battery may leak or explode if improperly handled. Observe the following precautions when handling the battery for use in this product:

Make sure the product is off before replacing the battery. If you are using the AC adapter, Make sure it is unplugged.

Use only the supplied rechargeable Nikon EN-EL1 lithium-ion battery or a 6V 2CR5 (DL245) lithium battery (available separately).

When inserting the battery, do not attempt to insert it upside down or backwards.

Do not short-circuit or disassemble the battery.

Do not expose the battery to flame or to excessive heat.

Do not immerse in or expose to water.

Do not transport or store with metal objects such as necklaces or hairpins.

The battery is prone to leakage when fully discharged. To avoid damage to the product, be sure to remove the battery when no charge remains.

When the battery is not in use, attach the terminal cover and store in a cool place.

Discontinue use immediately should you notice any changes in the battery, such as discoloration or deformation.

Use appropriate cables

When connecting cables to the input and output jacks, use only the cables provided or sold by Nikon for the purpose, to maintain compliance with product regulations.

Keep out of reach of children

Particular care should be taken to prevent infants from putting the battery or other small parts into their mouths.

Do not walk while looking through the Viewfinder

Walking while looking through the camera's Viewfinder or color LCD monitor could result in a fall or other injury.

Removing memory cards

Memory cards may become hot during use. Observe due caution when removing memory cards from the camera.

CD-ROMs

The CD-ROMs on which the software and manuals are distributed should not be played back on audio CD equipment. Playing CD-ROMs on an audio CD player could cause hearing loss or damage the equipment.

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Using the flash close to your subject's eyes could cause temporary visual impairment.

When operating the in your eye accidentally.

Cautions

Observe the following precautions to ensure that you continue to get the most from your Nikon product.

This product is not waterproof, and may malfunction if immersed in water or exposed to high levels of humidity.

camera thoroughly.

The proper procedure for cleaning the lens is described in Caring for Your Camera

Observe caution when operating the flash

When using the Viewfinder

DIOPTER ADJUSTMENT

Keep dry

Keep free of salt, sand, and dust

fter using your camera at the beach or seaside, wipe off any sand or salt with a lightly dampened cloth and then dry your

Do not touch the lens with your fingers

dial with your eye to the Viewfinder, care should be taken not to put your finger

of this document.

Handle the lens and all moving parts with care

Do not apply force to the lens or to the battery, card, or connector covers. These parts are especially susceptible to damage.

Do not unplug the product or remove the battery while the product is on

Do not unplug the product or remove the battery while the camera is on, or while images are being recorded or deleted from memory. Forcibly cutting power to the product in these circumstances could result in loss of data or in damage to the internal circuitry or memory. To prevent an accidental interruption of power, avoid carrying the product from one location to another while the AC adapter is connected.

Do not drop

The product may malfunction if subjected to strong shocks or vibration. Attach the strap and lens around your wrist when carrying the camera.

Keep away from strong magnetic fields

Do not use or store this device in the vicinity of equipment that produces strong electromagnetic radiation or magnetic fields. The magnetic fields produced by equipment such as radio transmitters or household television sets could interfere with the color monitor, damage data stored on the flash-memory card, or affect the product's internal circuitry.

Avoid sudden changes in temperature

Sudden changes in temperature, such as occur when entering or leaving a heated building on a cold day, can cause condensation inside the device. To prevent condensation, place the device in its carrying case or a plastic bag before exposing it to sudden changes in temperature.

-cap cord and keep the strap

Batteries

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When you turn the device on, check the battery-level displayed in the control panel to determine whether the battery needs to be replaced. The battery needs to be replaced when the battery-level indicator is flashing.

The battery-level indicator may briefly show (battery fully charged) after an exhausted battery is reinserted in the camera.

On cold days, the capacity of the battery tends to decrease. When taking pictures outside in cold weather, keep a warm spare battery on hand. Should the battery terminals become dirty, wipe them with a clean, dry cloth before use.

Memory cards

Observe the following precautions when handling CompactFlash ™ memory cards:

Turn the power off before inserting or removing memory cards. Inserting or removing cards with the power on could render them unusable.

Insert memory cards as shown in Inserting CF Memory Card. Inserting cards upside down or backwards could damage the camera or the card.

Notice for customers in Canada

Caution

This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference Causing Equipment Regulations.

Notice for customers in the U.S.A.

Statement

Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Radio Frequency Interference

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules.

These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

{

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

{

Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

{

Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

{

Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for help.

Cautions

Modifications

The FCC requires the user to be notified that any changes or modifications made to this device that are not expressly approved by Nikon Corporation may void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

Interface Cables

Use the interface cables sold or provided by Nikon for your equipment.

Using other interface cables may exceed the limits of Class B Part 15 of the FCC rules.

Nikon Inc.

1300 Walt Whitman Road, Melville, New York

11747-3064, U.S.A.

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Tel.: 631-547-4200

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Notice concerning prohibition of copying or reproduction

Note that simply being in possession of material that has been digitally copied or reproduced by means of a scanner, digital camera or other device may be punishable by law.

Items prohibited by law from being copied or reproduced

Do not copy or reproduce paper money, coins or securities, government bonds, or local government bonds, even if such copies or reproductions are stamped "Sample."

The copying or reproduction of paper money, coins, or securities which are circulated in a foreign country is prohibited.

Unless the prior permission of the government has been obtained, the copying or reproduction of unused postage stamps or post cards issued by the government is prohibited.

The copying or reproduction of stamps issued by the government and of certified documents stipulated by law is prohibited.

Cautions on certain copies and reproductions

The government has issued cautions on copies or reproductions of securities issued by private companies (shares, bills, checks, gift certificates, etc.), commuter passes, or coupon tickets, except when a minimum of necessary copies are to be provided for business use by a company. Also, do not copy or reproduce passports issued by the government, licenses issued by public agencies and private groups, ID cards, or tickets, such as passes and meal coupons.

Comply with copyright notices

The copying or reproduction of copyrighted creative works such as books, music, paintings, woodcut prints, maps, drawings, movies and photographs is prohibited except when it is done for personal use at home or for similar restricted and noncommercial use.

Notices

Concerning the Manuals Provided with This Product

Reproduction, in whole or in part, of any of the manuals provided with your Nikon product requires prior permission from Nikon.

The information contained in these manuals is subject to change without notice.

While Nikon has made every effort to produce perfect manuals, we appreciate any opportunity for improvement. Should you find any mistakes, we would be grateful if you were to kindly let us know. The address of Nikon's representative in your area is provided separately.

Disclaimer of Liability

Nikon does not accept liability for damages resulting from the use of this product.

A Note on Memory Cards

Your digital camera uses CompactFlash flash-memory cards to store photographs.

While any card conforming to CompactFlash specifications can be used, performance may vary depending on the make of card. Nikon CompactFlash memory cards are recommended.

Trademark Information

pple, the Apple logo, Macintosh, and QuickTime are registered trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc. Finder, Macintosh PC Exchange, Power Macintosh and PowerBook are trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc. IBM and IBM PC/AT are registered trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation. PowerPC is a trademark of International Business Machines Corporation, used under license. Microsoft is a registered trademark, and Windows, MS-Windows and Windows NT are trademarks, of Microsoft Corporation. Internet Explorer is a product of Microsoft Corporation. Pentium and i486 are trademarks of Intel Corporation. Internet is a trademark of Digital Equipment Corporation. Netscape and Netscape Navigator are registered trademarks of Netscape Communications Corporation. CompactFlash is a trademark of SanDisk Corporation.

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dobe and Acrobat are registered trademarks of Adobe Systems Inc. Zip is a registered trademark of Iomega Corporation in the U.S. and other countries. All other trade names mentioned in this manual or the other documentation provided with your Nikon product are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders.

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Introduction

Thank you for purchasing the Nikon COOLPIX995 digital camera-a camera that is sure to make photography a bigger part of your life. Get to know your COOLPIX995 digital camera, and be sure to read this manual thoroughly before using it. We recommend that you keep this manual handy.

Fast Track Guide

In addition to taking first time users step-by-step through the process of setting up and using the camera, the printed Fast Track Guide gives a quick overview of camera settings.

Take trial shots

Take trial shots before shooting at important occasions like weddings or graduations.

Have Nikon check your camera regularly

Nikon recommends that you have your camera serviced by an authorized dealer or service center at least once every two years.

Using your camera correctly

The Nikon COOLPIX995's performance has been optimized for use with Nikon brand accessories. Accessories made by other manufacturers may not meet Nikon's criteria for specifications, and nonconforming accessories could damage the COOLPIX995's components. Nikon cannot guarantee the COOLPIX995's performance when it is used with other than Nikon brand accessories.

Life-Long Learning

s part of Nikon's "Life-Long Learning" commitment to ongoing product support and education, continually-updated information is available on-line at the following sites:

For users in the U.S.A.: http://www.nikonusa.com/

For users in Europe: http://www.nikon-euro.com/

For users in Asia, Oceania, the Middle East, and Africa: http://www.nikon-asia.com/

Visit these sites to keep up-to-date with the latest product information and general advice on digital imaging and photography.

For more information, please contact your nearest Nikon representative.

http://www.klt.co.jp/Nikon/Netwark/index.html

bout This Manual

This manual is organized in a progressive fashion from basic operations to more advanced operations so you get to know the camera better and better as you operate it following the instructions.

Before Using the Camera This section includes information necessary before using this camera, such as

precautions for safe use, nomenclature, a quick guide, a menu guide, etc.

Preparation This section introduces necessary preparations such as installing the battery,

inserting the CF memory card and making various camera settings before using the camera.

Useful Advice on COOLPIX Camera Techniques

Simple Shooting and Playback This section explains some aspects of simple "Point and Shoot" photography

Detailed Operations This section includes detailed explanations of shooting, playback and deletion

This section introduces useful advice on COOLPIX camera techniques such as how to hold the camera and how to press the

and simple playback operation.

of images.

SHUTTER RELEASE

button.

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dvanced Operations This section provides complete descriptions of advanced camera operations.

Using the Camera Menus This section gives detailed explanations of menu items in the Shooting and

Playback modes.

Connections This section describes connection to external devices such as TV sets or

personal computers.

Miscellaneous This section covers optional accessories, trouble-shooting and specifications.

Nomenclature

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1. Viewfinder

2. Red-eye reduction/Self-timer lamp

3. Lens

MONITOR

QUICK

7. Control panel

MODE

SHUTTER RELEASE

10.

MODE/FUNC

11.

EXPOSURE COMPENSATION/FUNC

12.

COMMAND

13. Video output connector

14. Zoom buttons

15. Memory card slot cover

16. Camera strap eyelets

17. Speedlight lock

18. Built-in Speedlight

19.

FOCUS MODE/MANUAL FOCUS /DELETE

20.

FLASH MODE/ SENSITIVITY / THUMBNAIL

21.

IMAGE QUALITY/ IMAGE SIZE

22. Monitor

23. Focus area /Multi selector

Inside memory card slot cover

button

review button

button

dial

button

(function) 1 button

dial

/USB connector cover

-release lever

(function) 2 button

button)

button

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Inside video output connector/USB connector cover

Speedlight up

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1. DC-in connector cover

2. Sync terminal

3. Diopter adjustment dial

4. Viewfinder eyepiece

5. Red LED

6. Green LED

7. Swivel lock lever

8. Tripod socket

9. Battery chamber cover

10. Battery chamber cover latch

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The following buttons have different functions in different modes:

Refer to the figure in Nomenclature

4 5 6 12 14 23

MONITOR

button

Functions of buttons 19, 20 and 21 differ in Shooting mode and Playback mode; these buttons are indicated as follows in this manual.

QUICK

for the location of each button.

review button

button

COMMAND

Dial

Zoom

buttons

Multi

selector

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Control panel

(All indications are displayed in the illustration for easy reference.)

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1. Exposure mode

2. White balance

3. Manual focus

4. ISO/Sensitivity

5. Aperture/Shutter speed/Various numerical values*

6. Focus mode

7. Continuous shooting

8. Exposure Compensation

9. Number of exposures remaining / Exposure condition/Image transfer indication

10. Flash mode

11. Image quality mode

12. Image size

13. Battery status indicator

14. Metering mode

Displays numerical values such as shutter speed in Shutter-Priority Auto/Manual Exposure mode, aperture in AperturePriority Auto/Manual Exposure mode, Exposure Compensation value when Exposure Compensation is enabled, focus distance when using Manual focus or sensitivity depending upon the functions used.

/ Self-timer

Viewfinder/LED

1. Parallax compensation marks for close-ups (macro)

2. Autofocus brackets

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On:

Flashing (rapid):

Flashing (slow):

On:

Flashing (rapid):

(intermediate):

(slow):

Monitor (in Shooting mode)

Flash ready

Flash recommended

Flash charging

In-focus (ready for shooting)

Focus cannot be achieved in autofocus operation

Shooting photo

Digital Zoom

3 : 2 recording size

1. User Setup Number*1

2. Self

3. Zoom

4. Digital zoom magnification factor

5. Clock*2

6. Focus distance when in Manual focus

7. Flash mode

8. Current Folder name*3

9. Lens converter selection

10. Best Shot Selector /Noise Reduction

11. Exposure lock (Auto exposure lock /White balance lock)

12. Exposure bracketing/White balance bracketing

13. Continuous shooting

14. Battery power*4

15. Spot exposure metering area / AF area

16. Image sharpening

17. White balance

18. Sensitivity adjustment

19. Image adjustment

20. Image size

21. Image quality

22. Metering mode

23. Exposure mode

24. Shutter speed

25. Exposure meter

26. Aperture

-timer/Count down

/Ultra HS

/ Black-and-white

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27. Exposure Compensation/Exposure Compensation values

28. Number of exposures remaining /Movie duration

Monitor (in Playback mode)

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1. Image date

2. Image time

3. Image size

4. Image quality

5. Folder name

6. File number

7. Battery power*4

8. Auto transfer

9. Print

10. Protect

11. Frame number of displayed image

*1 Not displayed when User Setting Number 1 is set.

*2 Flashes when date/time setting is not set.

*3 Not displayed when folder name is set to NIKON.

*4 Not displayed when battery power is sufficient.

-order selection

Quick Guide

This section will rapidly guide you through the first steps, from setting up the camera to taking your first picture.

Set the MODE dial to OFF and

insert the battery

2. Insert the CF memory card

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Gently insert the CF memory card until it is fully seated. The label on the memory card should face the front of the camera and the edge with the holes has to mate with the connector inside the camera.

NOTE :

A new CF memory card should be formatted for use with the COOLPIX995 camera body. The CF memory card supplied with the camera is already formatted.

Removing the CF memory card

Using a new CF memory card

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NOTE:

Make sure that the

Set the MODE dial to and

When lights up or flashes, charge the supplied battery using the supplied battery charger.

Date/time setting

The date and time for your country or location should be set before use. The correct date and time at which each picture is taken is then automatically recorded with the image and can be checked on the camera monitor or computer (after transfer). See Setting Date/Time

Image quality and Image size

Press the

COMMAND

Inserting/removing the CF memory card

dial is set to

MODE

check the battery power

button to choose between the four types of Image quality

QUAL

dial while pressing the

QUAL

OFF

button to select one of the six types of Image size

(compression ratio) and rotate the

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Center the subject in the Monitor or Viewfinder and

{

Use the Zoom buttons to frame your subject in the Monitor or Viewfinder.

{

The W button zooms the camera out, reducing magnification and increasing the field of view. The T button zooms the camera in.

Press the SHUTTER RELEASE button lightly to

compose your picture

focus

on the subject by using autofocus.

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{

The Green LED lights when the subject is in focus and flashes rapidly when the camera cannot autofocus.

Use the the Red LED flashing rapidly when the SHUTTER RELEASE button is half-pressed.

7. Slowly and fully depress

Press the QUICK button to

built

-in Speedlight

{

Slide the Speedlight lock-release lever to release the built-in Speedlight.

{

A single beep sound indicates that the shutter has been released.

if there is insufficient light to illuminate the subject. This condition is indicated by

the SHUTTER RELEASE button to take the picture.

check the picture immediately.

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{

Photographs stored on the CF memory card can be reviewed using the to view the image in the top left corner of the Monitor.

{

Press the

{

Use the Zoom button to enlarge the image and use the Multi selector to scroll to hidden parts of the picture.

Set the MODE dial to when you have finished taking photographs

Deleting images

You can delete the image in the Full-screen review mode. See step 6 of Basic Operation (Auto mode)

button again to see the image full screen.

QUICK

Menu Guide

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button. Press the

QUICK

button

Menu Guide:

Press the Multi selector to switch between Shooting menu 1 and 2

Press

Shooting Menu 1

button to select.

Shooting Mode

WHITE BALANCE

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Select white balance in accor-dance with lighting conditions

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METERING

Select metering mode

CONTINUOUS

Select Shooting mode

BEST SHOT

SELECTOR

Turn best shot selection on or off

IMAGE ADJUSTMENT

djust brightness or

contrast of image

SATURATION

CONTROL

djust the saturation to

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Shooting Menu 2

control the strength of color, or to select black and white photographs

LENS

Select type of optional lens converter or Slide Copy Adapter.

If the Symbol appears to the right of a menu item you can also select an option by rotating the

USER SETTING

Select User Setting 1/2/3

EXPOSURE OPTIONS

Turn AE Lock and Auto Bracketing on or off, set exposure compensation

COMMAND

dial.

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FOCUS OPTIONS

Select AF Area, change Autofocus mode, confirm focus or change distance units

IMAGE SHARPENING

Select level of image sharpening to be performed

UTO BRACKETING

Set Auto Bracketing (on or off) or White Balance Bracketing

Menu Guide:

NOISE REDUCTION

Turn Noise Reduction on or off

RESET ALL

Reset all settings to default values

Shooting mode

Off

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Press the Multi selector to switch between SET-UP menu 1 and 2.

Press

SET-UP 1

button and Multi selector to select.

( )

FOLDERS

Create new folders, rename or delete existing folders, choose folder for recording

MONITOR OPTIONS

djust monitor

brightness and hue

CONTROLS

Set camera to "remember" settings in

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effect when cam-era is turned off; assign functions to

FUNC. 2

ZOOM OPTIONS

Turn Digital Tele and Fixed Aperture on or off, set start-up position

UTO OFF

Set time delay for Auto Power Off function

FUNC. 1

buttons

30 S

1 M

5 M

30 M

SEQ. NUMBERS

Reset Seq. Number function; turn file numbering on or off

CF CARD FORMAT

Format CF memory card

Off

Reset

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SPEEDLIGHT OPT.

Set flash output; turn internal flash and shot confirmation lamp on or off

SHUTTER SOUND

Turn camera sound on or off

Off

DATE

Set camera's data and time

INFO. TXT

Turns recording of text data on or off

VIDEO MODE

Select video standard for

ear/Month/Day/Hour/Minute

Display order

Off

NTSC

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your region for playback on television screen

LANGUAGE

Select language for menu and message display

DISABLE DELETE

Disable/enable deletion of all image files at a single command

PAL

Off

Menu Guide:

Press the Multi selector to switch between Playback menu and SET-UP menu.

Playback Menu

Press

button to select.

Playback Mode

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DELETE

Delete selected images using thumbnail display; delete all images or the settings of Auto

Transfer and Printorder files

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FOLDERS

Create new folders, rename or delete existing folders; choose folder for recording

SLIDE SHOW

Start slide show of images contained in single folder; set frame interval from 2s/3s/5s/ 10s

PROTECT

Protect selected images using thumbnail display

HIDE IMAGE

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Hide selected images using thumbnail display

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SET-UP

PRINT SET

Select images for printing using

thumbnail display

UTO TRANSFER

utomatically transfer selected images or all images to a connected computer

MONITOR OPTIONS

djust monitor

brightness and hue

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SHUTTER SOUND

Turn camera sound on or off

UTO OFF

Set time delay for Autooff function

CF CARD FORMAT

Format CF memory card

Off

30 S

1 M

5 M

30 M

DATE

Set camera's data and time

VIDEO MODE

Select video standard for your region for playback on television screen

LANGUAGE

ear/Month/Day/Hour/Minute

Display order

NTSC

PAL

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Select language for menu and message display

Preparation

Check List

This section introduces preparations necessary before using the camera.

Check list

Check that all the components listed below are included in the package. If any components are missing, contact the retailer where you purchased your COOLPIX995.

10 Instruction manual for COOLPIX995 11 CD-ROM instruction manual for Nikon View 4

1 Nikon COOLPIX995 Digital Camera 2 Strap 3 Li-ion Rechargeable Battery 4 Battery Charger with AC power cord 5 Video Cable 6 CompactFlash ™ (CF) Memory Card 7 USB Cable for connection to computer. 8 Lens cap

Nikon View 4 CD-ROM (contains Nikon View 4and bundled

software)

"Open Me First!" Envelope - your path to AfterSales Support and Service.

Installing Battery

The camera requires either the supplied Li-ion Rechargeable Battery or a 2CR5 (DL245) 6V lithium battery (available separately). Make sure to check the battery power when a new battery is installed or before shooting.

Turn the MODE

{

Slide the battery chamber cover latch toward to open the cover.

Insert the battery with the ( + ) and ( - ) ends positioned as indicated inside the battery chamber, then firmly close the cover.

dial

to OFF and open the battery chamber cover.

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{

Slide the battery chamber cover latch toward to lock the cover.

Set the MODE dial to and check the battery power on the Control panel or Monitor.

Battery power indication only displayed in the Monitor when there is insufficient battery power.

Power sources

We recommend use of the supplied Li-ion Rechargeable Battery. This battery can be charged with the supplied battery charger. Use of the optional accessory AC Adapter/Battery Charger EH

-21 is recommended if the camera is being used for

extended periods of time.

lights up

Sufficient battery power

(on Control panel only)

lights up

Battery power is low-please recharge or change battery.

Battery is exhausted-recharge or change battery as

flashes

soon as possible.

All the camera functions are disabled when the battery is completely exhausted.

The CF memory card will retain images regardless of the condition of the camera battery.

Battery power can be conserved and the available number of shots per battery increased by turning off the Monitor and using the Viewfinder.

Supplied Li-ion Rechargeable Battery

The supplied Li-ion Rechargeable Battery is not fully charged at shipment. We recommend that you charge the battery before first use. Please see the instruction manual supplied with the charger for details.

Precautions on battery use and handling

Be sure to follow the warnings and cautions in For Your Safety when installing/handling the battery.

The battery cannot be replaced when a tripod or optional bracket is attached.

Due to the characteristics of the battery, the battery power indicator may briefly show when the exhausted battery is reinstalled.

The flashing low battery indication does not change to full battery indication (steady) when the AC Adapter is connected. To reset the indicator, turn the power off and then on again.

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Setting Date/Time

The date and time for your country or location should be set before use.

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Set the MODE dial to

Select "Date" in the SET-UP menu.

{

Press UP / year display flashes.

Set year, month, day, hour and minute.

{

Pressing UP on the Multi selector increases the number and pressing setting a number, pressing

DOWN

and press the MENU button to display the SET-UP menu.

on the Multi selector to highlight

moves the selection on.

RIGHT

Date

and press

to display date/time setting. The

RIGHT

decreases the number. After

DOWN

Year

{

Set the date display order.

{

Month

The year display can be set between 1970 to 2037.

Press UP /

on the Multi selector to change the date display order as followings.

DOWN

Day

Hour

Minute

Date display sequence

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Complete the date and time setting.

{

Press When the date display order is set, the clock starts and the display returns to the SET-UP menu.

Printing image date/time with a photo

When date and time are set, image date and time are recorded with the image data (inside the image file) and can be displayed when the image is played back

Backup battery of the clock

The clock-calendar is powered by a separate rechargeable battery, which is charged as necessary when the main battery is installed. If the camera has been stored with the main battery removed for a long period of time, the clock may need to be reset. Once the main battery has been reinserted, the clock battery will recharge in several hours, during which time the main battery should be left in the camera.

on the Multi selector after selecting the desired date display order to complete date/time setting.

RIGHT

. The image date and time can be printed with the photo.

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Selecting a Language

The language in which menus and messages are displayed can be selected using the

1. Turn the mode.

Press the MENU button so the Playback menu is displayed.

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The appearance of the menu will vary depending on the language currently selected.

dial to . The

MODE

Language

can also be set using the SET-UP menu in the Shooting

Language

sub-menu.

Press LEFT on the Multi selector to hi

hlight the tab on the left and press UP/DOWN to highlight the "S" tab.

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Press RIGHT on the Multi selector to display the SET-UP menu.

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Press UP/DOWN on the Multi selector to highlight the "Language" sub-menu and press RIGHT to select "Language".

Press UP/DOWN on the Multi selector to highlight "D", "E", "F", "J" or "S" and press RIGHT to select.

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The languages available in the "Language" sub-menu are:

German (Deutsch)

English

French (Francais)

Japanese

Spanish (Espanol)

When the Language is set, the display returns to the SET-UP menu.

Inserting CF Memory Card

The COOLPIX995 uses a CompactFlash ™ (CF) memory card to store images and movies.

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Use a Nikon CF memory cards or other recommended memory card. See Usable CF memory cards and the instruction manual of the CF memory card for notes on using the card.

MODE

dial is set to

when inserting the CF memory

OFF

Inserting the CF Memory Card

Turn the MODE dial to OFF, open the card slot cover, and gently insert the CF memory card until it is fully seated. The label on the CF memory card should face the front of the camera and the edge with the holes has to mate with the connector inside the camera.

NOTE :

Make sure that the

Return the eject lever to its original position after fully inserting the CF memory card and make sure to completely close the card slot cover.

Inserting the CF memory card

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Removing the Memory Card

Turn the MODE dial to OFF, open the card slot cover, fold out the eject lever and press it in to release the CF memory card.

NOTE:

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Make sure that the

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Note that the CF memory card may become warm during extended camera use.

Gras

the CF memory card with your fingertips and pull gently to extract it. Then close the card slot cover.

Removing the CF memory card

MODE

dial is set to

when the CF memory card.

OFF

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Formatting CF Memory Cards

CF memory cards must be formatted before being used with the COOLPIX995. Note that the CF memory card supplied with your camera has already been formatted.

NOTE:

Note that when a CF memory card is formatted, the entire contents of the card are permanently deleted.

1. Insert the CF memory card into the COOLPIX995 .

2. Turn the

Formatting CF memory cards

dial to .

MODE

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CF memory cards can also be formatted in or mode.

Press the MENU button.

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The SET-UP menu is displayed in the Monitor.

Select "CF Card Format".

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Press

UP /DOWN

on the Multi selector to highlight CF Card Format and select it by pressing

RIGHT

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Select "Format".

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Press UP/ started,

FORMATTING

on the Multi selector to highlight Format and select it by pressing

DOWN

is displayed and then the Monitor returns to the SET-UP menu.

RIGHT

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. Formatting is

Press MENU button to complete the operation.

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After formatting, confirm the available number of frames in the Control panel or Monitor.

Aborting format

It is possible to abort the Format selection by pressing the with UP/

DOWN

NOTE:

Selecting Format by pressing stopped. Formatting permanently deletes all the data recorded on the CF memory card. Do not remove the CF memory card during formatting.

button to immediately exit the menu. Alternatively, select No

on the Multi selector and return to the SET-UP menu by pressing

Formatting

on the Multi selector starts formatting immediately. At this point formatting cannot be

RIGHT

LEFT/RIGHT

Strap and Lens Cap

ttaching strap

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Attach the strap as illustrated.

Lens cap

Press the latch on the lens cap to attach/detach it.

Since the lens cap can easily be misplaced, we recommend attaching it to the strap with the supplied cord.

Useful Advice on COOLPIX Camera Techniques

Holding the Camera

To reduce blurring caused by camera shake, hold the camera steadily in both hands and press the button slowly and gently. Photographs can be framed in the Monitor or the Viewfinder.

Check point

The lens section of this camera rotates so the subject can be seen easily on the Monitor and/or Viewfinder. Rotate the camera so that it can be held securely.

Frame photographs in the Monitor

z z

When you are using Macro close-up. When you are using Digital zoom . When you are using a lens converter . When Image size is set to 3:2.

SHUTTER RELEASE

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When you want direct confirmation of camera settings or the view through the lens.

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Using the Swivel

The unique swivel design of the camera allows you to position the lens toward the subject while having the Monitor in a convenient position for checking.

With the Monitor facing toward you, the lens section can be tilted 210° forwards and 90° backward. There is a Swivel

lock lever on the base of the camera which, when set, prevents the lens from tilting down if a heavy converter lens

accessory is fitted.

Note that bright objects such as lights may cause a vertical white line to appear in the Monitor. This is not a malfunction and does not normally appear on the image.

Self-portrait pictures

For convenient framing of self portraits, when the lens is rotated to face backwards, the display will invert so that it appears the correct way up.

Holding the Camera/Pressing the Shutter Release Button

Frame photographs in the Monitor

When you want to save power by turning the Monitor off.

When bright ambient lighting conditions make it difficult to see the display in the Monitor.

DIOPTER ADJUSTMENT dial

If the images in the Viewfinder appear blurred even when the subject is in focus, set the diopter adjustment for your particular eyesight by rotating the clearly.

NOTE :

z z

Holding the camera

Make sure not to let your finger, hair, the strap, power cord of the AC Adapter or video cable get in front of the lens or Speedlight. Make sure not to get your finger or clothing caught in the rotating part of the camera or cover while shooting. Do not look directly at the sun through the Viewfinder. The rotating lens section should be rotated slowly and within its range. (Approx. 270 degrees)

DIOPTER ADJUSTMENT

dial so the autofocus target area frames in the Viewfinder can be seen

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Pressing the SHUTTER RELEASE button

Lightly pressing the and autofocus.

The focus is locked as long as the down releases the shutter.

NOTE :

Pressing the button slowly.

Pressing the SHUTTER RELEASE

SHUTTER RELEASE

button abruptly can result in picture blur. Make sure to press the

button and holding it halfway down activates the camera's exposure meter

SHUTTER RELEASE

button

Mode Dial and Multi Selector

button is kept lightly pressed. Pressing it fully all the way

SHUTTER RELEASE

Mode Dial

Use the

There are two modes for taking pictures:

dial to select the Shooting mode , or Playback mode .

MODE

Shooting mode

In " " (Auto mode), the camera controls the exposure and other settings for simple, easy operation.

In " " (Manual mode), camera settings such as exposure, white balance, image adjustment and sharpening are under full manual control.

Playback mode

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The Playback mode is for reviewing and managing your pictures. When the reviewed, deleted, played back in a slide show, marked for printing (DPOF) or can be protected from accidental deletion.

Multi selector

When any camera menu is active, the Multi selector is used to move around the menus, making selections in both the up/down and left/right directions. When in Shooting mode, pressing the Multi selector allows the desired AF area to be chosen.

Position Operation

Press UP / item by highlighting it. Once an item has been highlighted further selections can be made by pressing applicable, pressing UP / desired setting.

Selecting focus area (in

The camera has five autofocus target areas which can be activated in turn by using UP,

LEFT

RIGHT

to move vertically, selecting an

DOWN

to move right and then, if

to select the

DOWN

on the Multi selector.

mode)

DOWN

dial is set to , images can be

MODE

Simple Shooting and Playback

Point and Shoot

Having mastered simple point operation and studied the section "Useful Advice on COOLPIX Camera Techniques", we recommend that you read this section which explains some aspects of simple "Point and Shoot" photography in more detail.

Setting the settings to ensure that the overall appearance of the picture is well balanced and correctly exposed.

Image size (resolution) Full (2048 x 1536 pixels) Image quality (JPEG compression

ratio) Focus mode Continuous AF*(camera continuously

Flash mode Exposure Compensation None (0.0) Monitor On*

* When the Monitor is off, Single AF (the camera only focuses when the shutter is half-pressed) is selected.

dial to (auto mode) automatically selects the most common exposure and image adjustment

MODE

Other functions that are also preset are described below.

Normal

focuses)

uto

Basic Operation (Auto Mode)

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Set the camera to Auto Mode (Set the MODE dial to

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The camera beeps once when the power is turned on and standby operation starts. After a short pause, the camera is ready and the Viewfinder image is displayed on the Monitor.

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Individual function settings and the number of images that can be fitted on the CF memory card are displayed in the Control panel and Monitor.

MONITOR button

Pressing the

MONITOR

button changes the display in the following order (example in mode):

Compose your picture.

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Aim the lens at the subject and compose the picture in the Monitor or Viewfinder.

1. Parallax compensation marks for close-ups (Macro)

2. Autofocus target area

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When shooting in mode, the camera will use the subject in the center of the picture as the focus target.

NOTE :

When composing a picture using the image in the Viewfinder, the actual image recorded is shifted slightly (due to a phenomenon known as parallax) compared to the image in the Viewfinder. Especially when shooting close-ups, the effect of parallax becomes more pronounced and the edges of the image seen in the Viewfinder image may not be included. Use of the Monitor is therefore recommended for close-up (Macro) shooting at distances of less than 90 cm/35 in. The parallax compensation marks in the Viewfinder indicate the compensation required when the subject to camera distance is 60 cm/24 in.

Zoom button

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Composing using image in Viewfinder.

Use the

ZOOM

button to frame your subject in the Monitor or Viewfinder.

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To zoom out and see more in the Monitor or Viewfinder, press the W Zoom button. This sends the lens to the wideangle position.

To zoom in and make the subject appear closer, press the T Zoom button.

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When the lens has zoomed to the full telephoto position with the Monitor turned on, the Digital zoom then allows a further magnification of up to 4x.

NOTE:

When using the Digital zoom, the image in the Viewfinder is different from the actual image recorded. Make sure to check the image in the Monitor.

Lightly press the SHUTTER RELEASE button and confirm the focus.

Digital zoom

NOTE:

When the Monitor is on, the camera continues to attempt to focus ( Continuous AF ). The shutter can be released without focus being achieved. Check the focus status of the image in the Monitor before releasing the shutter.

Focus Lock

When the subject is in focus while you are lightly pressing the Green LED lights up without flashing. When the main subject is not centered in the frame, focus on the subject, lock focus, then recompose as you like while lightly pressing the change the distance between the camera and subject when changing the composition.

Gently depress the SHUTTER RELEASE button.

Continuous AF

SHUTTER RELEASE

button, the focus is locked and the

button. In Focus Lock, do not

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The shutter is released when the the picture is taken.

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Immediately after a picture is taken, the Green LED flashes and ( Quick delete ) and (pause, ) are briefly displayed in the Monitor after which the Monitor will return to normal and the next shot can be taken.

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It is normally possible to take a picture when the shot is still being displayed in the Monitor. Lightly pressing the

SHUTTER RELEASE

(Wait) is displayed. The number of shots that can be taken may vary, depending on the Image size and

Image quality

Image size Image quality Number of shots that can be taken

FULL NORMAL 4

VGA BASIC 77

is displayed on the Monitor while image is being recorded on the CF memory card.

NOTE :

The Green LED flashing at intermediate speed indicates that the image is being written to the CF memory card. Do not remove the card, battery or AC Adapter until the Green LED has gone out, or image data may be damaged or not recorded.

Built-in Speedlight

Use the built-in Speedlight if there is insufficient light to illuminate the subject. This condition is indicated by the Red LED flashing rapidly when the

To use the Speedlight

1. Slide the Speedlight lock-release lever to release the built-in Speedlight.

Recording on CF Memory Cards

button resets the Monitor to normal display and subsequent shots are possible unless

SHUTTER RELEASE

button is half-pressed.

button is fully depressed, the camera beeps once and

2. Confirm the Red LED is steady, then gently depress the with the built-in Speedlight.

SHUTTER RELEASE

button fully to take the picture

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NOTE :

Note that the built-in Speedlight may become warm during extended Speedlight use.

Press the QUICK button to check the image immediately after shooting

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Check points:

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Press the DELETE button in Full-screen review mode and select "Yes" with the Multi selector to delete a single image.

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Using built-in Speedlight

Each press of the

Press the Multi selector to choose the image to be displayed. To display the previous image frame continue to press

LEFT

When the oldest frame is reached, pressing

When the most recent frame is reached, pressing

Lightly pressing the camera to normal Shooting mode and more shots can be taken.

Recorded images can be played back in Full-frame playback by rotating the

Using the Multi selector choose the image to be deleted. Pressing the dialog. Select

QUICK

/ UP.

SHUTTER RELEASE

with the Multi selector. Pressing

Yes

button changes the display on the Monitor as follows:

/ UP changes the display to the most recent frame recorded.

LEFT

DOWN

button in either Quick review or Full-screen review resets the

RIGHT

changes the display to the oldest one.

RIGHT

MODE

deletes the image and

DELETE

dial to .

button displays a confirmation

is displayed.

DONE

Check point:

Recorded images can also be deleted in mode

Set the MODE dial to when you have finished taking photographs.

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Self-Timer Operation

The Self-timer delays the shutter release for 3 or 10 seconds after the you to appear in your photograph. We recommend that you use a tripod or place the camera on a stable surface when using the Self-timer.

Press the FOCUS MODE button several times until

Compose your picture, confirm focus and fully depress the SHUTTER RELEASE button.

SHUTTER RELEASE

appears in the Control panel and Monitor.

button has been pressed to allow

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Pressing the timer. (Press the 3-second timer after activation of the timer.) The Self-timer lamp pulses for 1 second before the shutter is released and then lights steadily for the final 1 second. (The remaining time is visible as a count-down on the

Monitor.) In Shooting mode, Self-timer operation using Manual focus is possible.

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To cancel Self-timer after activation of the timer, pause, then press the disappears or else turn the power off.

Check point

Setting the Self-timer also activates Macro shooting mode, causing to be displayed.

SHUTTER RELEASE

button once activates a 10-second timer and twice activates a 3-second

SHUTTER RELEASE

button twice to pause the 10 second Self-timer and once to pause the

FOCUS MODE

button so

Simple Playback Operations

Set the Monitor. Multiple reduced size images can be viewed at once (Thumbnail Playback) or reviewed for deletion.

Full-Frame Playback

dial to to set the camera to Playback mode. In Playback mode, recorded images are visible on the

MODE

(See Playback

)

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Set the MODE dial to

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The most recent photograph is displayed in the Monitor. Press the Multi selector to select the image to display.

Press and hold the T Zoom button to see the image in closer detail. Press the W button to return to the original view. Use the Multi selector to see the hidden parts of the zoomed image.

Thumbnail Playback

Press the THUMBNAIL button once to display nine Thumbnail images, or twice to display four Thumbnail images. The Thumbnail image can be selected with the Multi selector and displayed Full-frame.

(See Thumbnail Playback

)

Deleting Photographs in Full-Frame Playback

Press the DELETE button in Full-frame playback.

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The delete confirmation dialog is displayed. You can delete an image after confirming with the confirmation dialog.

(See Deleting photographs)

Other Functions

By connecting the camera to your TV set or a personal computer, you can view, edit or print out images taken with the COOLPIX995.

Connect COOLPIX995 to a TV Set

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By connecting the COOLPIX995 to a TV set, you can view your still pictures and movies on the television.

Connect the camera's video output terminal and the TV's video input terminal with the provided video cable.

To connect the COOLPIX995 to a TV set, see Connecting to a Television or VCR .

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Connect COOLPIX995 to a Computer

By connecting the COOLPIX995 to a computer, you can download image data to your computer.

You can connect your camera directly to your computer via the supplied UC-E1 Universal Serial Bus (USB) cable. Nikon View 4 allows you to transfer, enlarge, save or print out images that have been downloaded to your computer.

To connect the camera to the computer you will need the supplied USB cable and Nikon View 4 CD-ROM.

For details of operation, refer to the CD-ROM instruction manual for Nikon View 4.

To connect the COOLPIX995 to a computer, see Connecting to a Computer

Detailed Operations

Overview

This section describes detailed operations in , or mode.

Setting Image Quality and Size

How Much Space is Left on My CF Memory Card-Confirming the Number of Exposures Remaining

Selecting the Focus Mode

Digital Zoom

Setting the Exposure mode

Setting the Exposure Compensation Value

Adjusting Sensitivity

Playback

Deleting Photographs

Setting Image Quality and Size

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In both or mode, one of the most important options for your pictures is the combination of Image quality setting (image compression ratio) and Image size setting that you select. There are four available Image quality settings and six Image size settings.

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Image quality

To reduce memory requirements, images are compressed using JPEG compression. At higher compression ratios, the block pattern becomes more visible and there may be noticeable loss of detail. The actual effect depends on the size of the image when reproduced on a monitor or printer and on the type of subject.

To set the Image quality, press the QUAL (Image quality) button repeatedly until the desired Image quality setting is displayed.

Setting Compression ratio File format

FINE

NORMAL

BASIC

Check point

The selected Image quality and size settings remain in the camera's memory even when the power is turned off.

No compression TIFF Best-quality image, with no compression.

Use when quality or authenticity is of paramount importance. (Available in

or 3:2 size in mode only.)

Approx. 1/4 JPEG Quality virtually identical to uncompressed

HI mode: for use where Image quality is important, for example when the image will be cropped and enlarged.

Approx. 1/8 JPEG For use in most general situations where the

image will not be significantly enlarged.

Approx. 1/16 JPEG For situations such as sending image data

via E-mail where small file size is more important than Image quality.

lication

FULL

Image size

The Image size setting determines the maximum size at which the image can be printed. If the print size is too large, the individual pixels will be visible to the naked eye, giving the image a rough, uneven appearance. As a rule of thumb, for printing, about 200 pixels per inch are required. For display on a computer monitor, about 80 pixels per inch are recommended.

Rotate the COMMAND dial while pressing the QUAL button until the desired Image size is displayed.

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Setting Size (pixels)

(no indication)

Full

UXGA

SXGA

XGA

VGA

3:2

Setting Size (pixels) Print size at 200dpi resolution

Full UXGA SXGA

XGA

3:2

2048 x 1536 For high quality prints of up to A4 without additional (no

indication) treatment.

1600 x 1200 For printing at about A5 or large photo album size.

1280 x 960 For smaller postcard-sized prints. 1024 x 768 For display on a 17-inch computer monitor or small prints,

for example, to be included in a report.

640 x 480 For output on a 13-inch monitor, sending image data via E-

mail, or posting a picture on an Internet homepage.

2048 x 1360 This format gives an aspect ratio which is of identical

proportions to 35mm film. When bottom of the Monitor are cropped and the image frame becomes

2048 x 1536 Approx. 26 x 20 cm (10.2 x 7.9 in.) 1600 x 1200 Approx. 20 x 15 cm (7.9 x 5.9 in.)

1280 x 960 Approx. 16 x 12 cm (6.3 x 4.7 in.) 1024 x 768 Approx. 13 x 10 cm (5.1 x 3.9 in.)

640 x 480 Approx. 8 x 6 cm (3.1 x 2.4 in.)

2048 x 1360 Approx. 26 x 17 cm (10.2 x 6.7 in.)

. The Green LED pulses slowly.

3:2

lication

3:2

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is selected, the top and

CF Memory Card

How Much Space is Left on my CF Memory Card-Confirming the Number of Exposures Remaining

Shooting Mode

The total number of images that can be saved on a CF memory card depends on the amount of space left in the CF memory card being used, and on the selected Image quality and size.

To confirm the number of exposures remaining, check the Control panel and Monitor.

The counter showing the number of exposures remaining decrements until 0 is displayed after which no further space is available. At this point, a warning indication

The approximate number of images that can be recorded is as follows. Memory card: 16MB [64MB] (Note that the numbers will vary significantly with the composition of the pictures due to the way that JPEG compression works.)

OUT OF MEMORY

is displayed in the Monitor.

Image quality/Image size HI FINE NORMAL BASIC

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NOTE :

From time to time the number may not count down when shots are taken or deleted, particularly if the Image size is small.

Even when 0 is shown, selecting another Image quality or size may enable more shots to be taken as there may be enough space for one or more images of a smaller size or higher compression ratio. By the same token, changing the Image quality or size may cause the frame counter to drop to "0".

No more shots can be taken when the image file names and folder numbers reach the maximum number (image file name: DSCN9999.gif, folder number: 999). To continue, change the memory card or delete all of the image data on the card. Note that with the setting the memory card, so when a file with a high file name number is left in the memory, the maximum number, DSCN9999.gif, will soon be reached and no more shots can be taken even if more memory is available on the card.

(no indication)

FULL

UXGA

SXGA

XGA

3:2

The number of exposures remaining

Seq. Numbers On

1 [6] 10 [40] 19 [78] 37 [151] Not available 16 [65] 31 [126] 59 [236] Not available 24 [100] 47 [190] 86 [347] Not available 37 [151] 69 [278] 121 [488] Not available 86 [347] 144 [578] 229 [918]

1 [7] 11 [45] 22 [88] 42 [169]

, file names are assigned with the next highest number remaining in

Selecting the Focus Mode

In or mode, three Focus modes and the Self-timer can be activated in turn by repeated presses of the

FOCUS MODE

Manual focus and alters the manual focus

Press the FOCUS MODE button repeatedly until the indication for the desired Focus mode or Self-timer is shown. (Note that an indication is not displayed in the Autofocus mode.)

button. In mode, rotating the

distance.

COMMAND

dial while pressing the

FOCUS MODE

button initiates

Focus mode Indication Characteristics

Autofocus mode

Infinity mode

Macro Close-up mode

The easiest Focus mode, normal autofocus operation is suitable

No indication

mode indication for almost any shooting situation including snapshots or portraits. Focus range is 30 cm (11.8 in.) to infinity.

Select this mode to focus on distant subjects such as landscapes or buildings. The lens automatically moves to a position suitable for infinity focus and locks in position. selected.

Select this mode when shooting close-ups of subjects such as flowers or insects. Focus distance is approx. 2cm (in middle Zoom

position) to infinity. In the middle Zoom position, in the Monitor is displayed in yellow to assist with optimum lens setting. Note that vignetting may occur when using with Speedlight illumination within the 70 cm (27.6 in.) focus distance.

Use this mode when you want to be in the photograph. The shutter is released 10 sec. after pressing the

Flash Cancel

SHUTTER RELEASE

is automatically

button

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once or 3 sec. after pressing the button twice. The Self-timer lamp pulses until 1 sec. before V lamp lights steadily for the final 1 sec. The remaining time is

Self-timer

Controls

In mode, the selected Focus mode can be set to remain in memory even when the power is turned off; this setting can be changed with the

Check points

The Autofocus mode is selected when the power is turned on.

Selecting the Self-timer enables Macro Close-up mode and is also displayed.

Memorize

setting.

visible as a count-down on the Monitor.

To cancel the Self-timer after initiation, pause the timer and

then press the or turn the power off.

SHUTTER RELEASE

FOCUS MODE

button so disappears,

and the Self-timer

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Autofocus options

There are several advanced options that may be employed when setting up the noticed when the Monitor is on or off in

Monitor AF mode Characteristics

On*1

Off Single AF

* In mode, the autofocus system when the Monitor is on can be changed to (Single AF) in the Focus Options > Auto-

Focus Mode sub-menu in Shooting menu.

Continuous AF

Autofocus

Macro Close-up

utofocus operation is activated continuously regardless of the

operation of the on when the

Lock , ) and the Green LED lights as confirmation of successful

focus.

utofocus operation is activated only when the

RELEASE

Green LED lights and focus is locked as long as the

RELEASE

conserved since the Monitor is not always on.

SHUTTER RELEASE

button is lightly pressed. Once focus is achieved, the

button is kept lightly pressed. Battery power can be

mode.

Autofocus

button is lightly pressed ( Focus

. In particular, a difference will be

button. The focus is locked

SHUTTER

Autofocus target area selection

utofocus target area varies according to Shooting mode.

Shooting mode Characteristics

Focus is targeted on the center AF area. Place the main subject in the center

F area.

ll five AF areas in the Monitor are used when focusing. Normally, AUTO mode, where the camera automatically focuses using all five AF areas, is activated. In MANUAL mode, you can select just one of the AF areas, and when Autofocus is Off, only the center AF area

is activated.

Digital Zoom

With the Monitor turned on, subject can be magnified by up to 4X.

Keep pressing the T Zoom button for more than 2 sec. after the Zoom has reached the highest telephoto position. The Digital zoom function activates automatically and the image in the Monitor is zoomed by up to 4.0X. The Digital zoom

Digital zoom

electronically magnifies the center of the picture so that it fills the entire image. The

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magnification factor is displayed in the Monitor and the Green LED pulses slowly.

Canceling Digital zoom

Pressing the W button during telephoto position of the optical Zoom.

Digital zoom

Check points

The AF area remains at the center during Digital zoom even when another AF area is selected in the Focus Options >

AF Area Mode sub-menu (without Off setting).

Metering mode in

Digital zoom

can also be canceled by turning camera power off.

Digital zoom

is same as Center-Weighted Metering.

lowers magnification and cancels Digital zoom after reaching the highest

NOTE :

Resolution of the image deteriorates as you zoom in with the Digital zoom function.

Digital zoom

The from the Viewfinder image. Make sure to confirm the image in the Monitor.

Digital zoom

cannot be used in

function zooms into the middle part of the image in the Monitor and the actual recording area differs

Image quality,

Multi-shot 16 , Ultra HS , Movie

Black and White

mode.

Setting the Exposure Mode

Shooting Mode

To create a variety of photographic treatments, various Exposure modes can be selected to achieve a desired effect. Four

Exposure modes can be selected in Shooting mode.

Rotate the COMMAND dial while pressing the COMMAND MODE button so the desired Exposure mode is displayed.

NOTE :

At slow shutter speed

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The shutter speed indication in the Monitor appears in yellow when the shutter speed is slower than 1/4 sec. Noise may appear in the dark part of the frame in this case. This noise in the form randomly spaced bright-colored pixels can be reduced with the Noise Reduction mode

Controls

The selected Exposure mode is retained when the power is turned off; however, it can be set to become Programmed Auto when the power is turned on, by using the

Controls setting:

Memorize

FUNC. 1

Memorize

setting.

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Various settings can be selected with the

NOTE :

When you want to shoot with a fast shutter speed, try shooting under as bright a condition as possible so that the aperture is stopped-down.

Exposure mode Display Shooting situation

Programmed Auto

Shutter-Priority Auto

Aperture-Priority Auto

P : Programmed Auto

The camera automatically controls exposure-correct shutter speed (1 to 1/2300 sec.) and aperture combination- by

determining the brightness of the subject. Programmed Auto Exposure mode is automatically set in mode.

Flexible Program (only in and with Monitor on)

By rotating the speed and aperture while maintaining correct exposure. With this function, you can shoot in Programmed Auto as though shooting in Shutter-Priority Auto or Aperture-Priority Auto. * appears when Flexible Program is set. To cancel the Flexible Program, rotate the

Selecting fast shutter speed

Manual

COMMAND

dial in Programmed Auto and with the Monitor on, you can change the combination of shutter

dial until * disappears, change the Exposure mode or set the

EXPOSURE MODE

Camera controls shutter speed and aperture automatically, while allowing you to choose other settings such as Flexible Program, Exposure Compensation

You set desired shutter speed and the camera selects the correct aperture. Select a fast shutter speed for fast-moving subjects such as shooting an athlete, or a slow shutter speed to emphasize the motion effect.

You set desired aperture and the camera selects the correct shutter speed. Lets you determine depth of the in-focus area, so you can choose whether near or far subjects are in sharp focus when shooting landscapes, or whether the background is to be blurred as in a portrait.

Shutter speed and aperture are set manually. Suitable when you want full control over exposure, to create your own unique photographic effects.

button.

or Auto Bracketing .

MODE

dial to other than

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S : Shutter-Priority Auto

Enables you to manually set the desired shutter speed (8-1/2000 sec.) in 1 EV steps; the camera automatically selects the proper aperture to provide correct exposure.

Turning the COMMAND dial after setting Shutter-Priority Auto Exposure mode changes the shutter speed as follows:

NOTE :

When the subject is too dark or too bright (beyond the control range of the camera) and the lightly pressed, the selected shutter speed display pulses. To avoid motion blur or incorrect exposure, change the shutter speed setting.

A : Aperture-Priority Auto

This mode enables you to choose the camera aperture (lens' minimum to maximum in 1/3 steps) manually. The camera automatically selects an appropriate shutter speed (8 to 1/2300 sec.) to ensure correct exposure.

Turning the COMMAND dial after setting Aperture-Priority Auto Exposure mode changes the aperture in 1/3 steps.

Control range of the camera

SHUTTER RELEASE

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button is

NOTE :

When the subject is too dark or too bright (beyond the control range of the camera) and the lightly pressed, the selected aperture display pulses. If this occurs, change the aperture setting to avoid incorrect exposure.

M : Manual

Enables you to set both shutter speed (8 sec. - 1/2000 sec. in 1 EV steps, plus long time exposure " and aperture (lens' minimum to maximum in 1/3 steps) manually.

Control range of the camera

Set the Exposure mode to M, then take your finger off the MODE button. The aperture and shutter speed are dis

ed alternately in the Control panel as the MODE button is pressed repeatedly.

SHUTTER RELEASE

BULB

button is

" up to 60 sec.)

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The aperture and shutter speed are highlighted in green in the Monitor.

Confirm the Exposure condition in the Control panel or Exposure meter display in the Monitor and set the aperture and shutter speed by rotating the COMMAND dial.

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The difference between the selected exposure and the exposure measured by the camera is displayed in the Exposure condition and the Exposure meter display (except in long time exposure).

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If the shutter speed is displayed in red when 1/2000 sec. shutter speed is selected, stop-down aperture while confirming exposure on the Exposure meter in the Monitor.

Exposure status Conrol panel Monitor

Correct exposure

1 EV under

2 EV over

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Long time (BULB) exposure (up to 60 sec.)

1. Set the Exposure mode to M, and place the camera on a tripod or secure position, then rotate the dial to set the shutter speed indication to

2. Pressing the



 

SHUTTER RELEASE

can only be set when

BULB

The Speedlight is canceled if During long-time exposure, selecting Noise Reduction On can reduce noise in the form randomly spaced bright-colored pixels in the recorded image.

(next after 8 sec.) to enable long time (

bu 1b

button once opens the shutter up to 60 sec.

mode is selected in the Continuous

Single

exposure is set.

BULB

Setting the Flash Mode

Shooting Mode

Four Flash modes are available for use in various flash shooting situations.

Condition in which Flash mode can be set

COMMAND

) exposure.

BULB

Shooting menu.

Flash mode can only be set when the built-in Speedlight is raised. The Flash Cancel indication displayed in the Control panel and Monitor when the built-in Speedlight is stowed.

1. Slide the Speedlight release lever to release the built-in Speedlight.

NOTE:

The Speedlight does not fire with Infinity focus, in Continuous Shooting mode (other than

Selector mode, Lens mode or Int Flash Off mode even when the built-in Speedlight is released.

Press the FLASH MODE button repeatedly until the desired Flash mode appears.

If flash does not fire

mode), in Best Shot

Single

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* No indication is shown in the Monitor when AUTO Flash mode is selected.

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If the Red LED is pulsing slowly when the fully charged and the shutter cannot be released. Wait until the Speedlight is fully charged and release the shutter again.

Setting Indication Characteristics

AUTO flash

AUTO flash with

Red-eye

reduction

Anytime flash

SLOW sync

NOTE:

SLOW Sync Flash

Avoid camera shake since a slow shutter speed is often selected.

Reduces the "Red-eye effect" of flash photography. The Red-

Speedlight automatically fires when the subject is dark and the built-in Speedlight is released. Speedlight does not fire if the subject is adequately illuminated even when the built-in Speedlight is released.

eye reduction lamp lights before the main flash.

Select this mode to fire the Speedlight regardless of the subject's brightness. Speedlight can also be effective in daylight when light is coming from behind the subject.

Both your main subject and background can be recorded naturally in twilight or nighttime. The shutter stays open for the same time as if Speedlight was not being used to illuminate the background. The Speedlight fires to give a clear defined foreground or subject image.

setting.

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button is lightly pressed, the Speedlight is not

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Controls

In mode, the selected Flash mode can be set to remain in the memory even when the power is turned off; this setting can be changed with the

In mode, AUTO flash mode is automatically selected when the built-in Speedlight is released. The previously

set Flash mode is selected in mode. Vignetting may occur with speedlight illumination where the subject to camera distance is less than 70 cm (27.6 in.). The Flash output of other Speedlights connected to the sync terminal is synchronized with the built-in Speedlight.

Memorize

setting.

Setting the Exposure Compensation Value

Shooting Mode

Exposure Compensation can be employed to deliberately offset the exposure from the measured value. Twelve Exposure

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Compensations from -2EV to +2EV in 1/3 steps can be set for various shooting purposes or situations.

Rotate the COMMAND dial while pressing the EXPOSURE COMPENSATION button until the desired compensation value is displayed.

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The Exposure Compensation mark in the Control panel and Exposure Compensation mark and compensation value in the Monitor are both displayed.

Selectable Exposure Compensation values

Canceling Exposure Compensation

Set the compensation value to 0.0. In mode, turn the power off.

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Exposure Compensation can also be selected from the Exposure Options > EXP. +/

Controls

In , the selected Exposure Compensation value can be set to remain in memory even when the power is turned off; this setting can be changed with the Other functions can be set to be selected with the Exposure Compensation cannot be set with the

Memorize

EXPOSURE COMPENSATION

setting.

- menu.

button with FUNC. 2. In this case,

button.

djusting Sensitivity

Shooting Mode

Sensitivity increases the use that the camera makes of available light, allowing faster shutter speeds to be employed. However as sensitivity is increased, the picture may become noisy. Standard sensitivity is equivalent to film ISO 100. The camera will automatically increase sensitivity in low levels of ambient lighting if set to AUTO. The sensitivity can be increased manually from the standard value to allow faster shutter speeds in low light.

Set the MODE dial to desired sensitivity value is displayed.

, then rotate the COMMAND dial while pressing the SENSITIVITY button until the

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Setting Shooting sensitivity

100

200 400 800

AUTO

Standard sensitivity (equivalent to ISO 100)

Recommended except for shooting in dark conditions or with fast-moving

subjects. Equivalent to ISO 200 Equivalent to ISO 400 Equivalent to ISO 800 Note that the recorded image is rather noisy (800 is displayed in

red in the Monitor). Set standard sensitivity under normal situations. If the brightness is low, sensitivity is

automatically increased. In Shutter-Priority Auto or Manual Exposure mode, only standard sensitivity is selected

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When

conditions, the ISO sensitivity indication is displayed in the Control panel and

Monitor.

Canceling sensitivity setting

Select

NOTE :

to cancel the sensitivity setting.

AUTO

Sensitivity Setting

Manual adjustment of Sensitivity is only possible in mode. When the Sensitivity is set, the setting temporarily is canceled and the camera automatically selects

dial is set to again, the previously adjusted Sensitivity returns. When the Sensitivity is set to ISO 200, 400 or 800, or Sensitivity is automatically increased in dark conditions with

, a noisier image compared to standard Sensitivity may be recorded.

AUTO

In normal shooting situations, as when you want to avoid effects of camera shake by using a fast shutter speed. When using recommended that you turn off the Image Sharpening

is selected and sensitivity is automatically adjusted in dark

AUTO

or lower Sensitivity setting is recommended. Use the

400

in Shooting menu.

dial is set to after

MODE

AUTO

setting in a situation such

800

setting. If the

Sensitivity, it is

MODE

Playback

Playback Mode

Playback

Playback mode is used for reviewing pictures that are saved on the CF memory card, starting with the most recent first.

Set the MODE dial to

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After a short pause, during which time the (Wait) symbol appears on the Monitor, the most recent photograph is displayed in full-frame with information such as the folder name, file name (number and type), date and time of recording, Image size, Image quality mode and frame number.

To view the previous or next photograph, press on the Multi selector. Playback Operation

hotograph

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The message file.

Deleting photographs/setting other Playback modes

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hotograph

Selecting a photograph-Rapid Scroll

To scroll rapidly between photographs, simply press and hold the Multi selector. The frame count will increment or decrement depending on the scroll direction. Release the Multi selector to view the selected frame.

is displayed on the Monitor if the CF memory card contains no image

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Deleting photographs

Thumbnail Playback

Taking a closer look: Zooming in

Changing display on the Monitor

Display additional photo information

Taking a closer look: zooming in

You can see more detail in the image by zooming into the desired area of the image.

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Set the MODE dial to

Press and hold the T Zoom button to see the image in closer detail.

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The amount of Zoom increases each time the T button is pressed, up to a maximum magnification of 6.0X. (The Zoom icon and magnification factor are displayed in the upper left corner on the Monitor.)

Operations for Zooming

Zooms photograph in. Each time the T button is pressed, Zoom increases up to a

maximum of 6.0X.

Cancels Zoom. Cancels Zoom returning the display to Full-frame playback.

Scrolls the image. Scrolls the image to reveal off-screen areas.

NOTE :

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Before displaying another image, cancel Zoom.

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It takes more time to zoom in an image that has been recorded with the

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Images recorded in

Ultra HS

setting cannot be zoomed in.

Movie

Image quality setting.

Thumbnail playback

Up to nine Thumbnail images can be displayed on the Monitor. The Thumbnail images can be viewed a page at a time and it is possible at any time to select one Thumbnail for Full-frame playback or deleting.

Set the MODE dial to

Press the THUMBNAIL images.

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If there are fewer than nine or four recorded images, they are displayed from the top left.

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An image that has been displayed in Full-frame playback is highlighted by a yellow frame.

button

once to display nine Thumbnail images, or twice to display four Thumbnail

Thumbnail Playback-how it works

Select another image. Press the Multi selector to highlight the desired image.

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Thumbnails are displayed four or nine to a page. When the last or (first) image is reached, pressing the Multi Selector flips the display to the next (or previous) page.

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Flip pages. To flip rapidly from page to page, rotate the

in the desired direction.

Deleting Photographs

By pressing the

The Delete

DELETE

selection in the Playback menu enables the deletion of all or selected photographs.

Deleting individual photographs

Set the MODE dial to

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The most recent photograph is displayed on the Monitor.

Display the photograph to be deleted using the Multi selector.

button in Full-frame playback or Thumbnail Playback you can delete individual images.

COMMAND

dial

Press the DELETE button.

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The Delete confirmation dialog is displayed. The photograph to be deleted is shown at the upper left in the dialog display.

Press UP/DOWN on the Multi selector to highlight Yes, then press RIGHT

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The delete operation is confirmed with a dialog, after which the next photograph is displayed.

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To cancel delete, press return to Full-frame playback without deleting the photograph.

on the Multi selector or select No by pressing UP/

LEFT

Deleting individual photographs in thumbnail playback

Highlight the image to be deleted using the Multi selector. The selected image is marked with a yellow highlight.

DOWN

, then press

RIGHT

ping

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To delete the currently selected Thumbnail, press the DELETE button

Press UP/DOWN on the Multi selector to highlight Yes , then press RIGHT

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The delete operation is confirmed with a dialog, then the Monitor returns to the Thumbnail display.

Advanced Operation

Overview

This section provides complete descriptions of advanced camera operations. Manual Focus

utofocus Lock/Auto Exposure Lock

Shooting mode

If the subject is outside of the Autofocus area, a feature called Autofocus lock can be used to maintain focus on the subject.

utofocus is locked by half pressing the shutter with the subject in the focus target area. At the same time, exposure for the main subject is memorized by the camera (Auto exposure lock). This function is convenient when the exposure should be defined by the subject.

Center the main subject between the Autofocus brackets and lightly press the SHUTTER RELEASE button

Kee

the SHUTTER RELEASE button lightly pressed, recompose and shoot.

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The Green LED lights when a subject is in focus, and focus and exposure are locked.

Do not change the distance to the subject after the focus is locked.

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The purpose of Auto exposure lock is to fix the exposure precisely on the subject. The Center-Weighted or Spot Metering modes are most suited for this purpose. For setting metering, see Metering

When shooting with the Autofocus lock, we recommend manually setting the focus target area to the center (in mode).

Manual Focus

Shooting Mode

When the convenient to ensure accurate focus when the shooting distance is known or in situations where Autofocus may not work as

expected.

To select Manual Focus rotate the COMMAND dial while pressing the FOCUS MODE button. M-FOCUS indication appears in the Control panel as confirmation. Keeping the FOCUS MODE button pressed, rotate the COMMAND dial again to display the shooting distance both on the Control panel and Monitor.

dial is set to , the camera-to-subject distance can be set manually by using Manual focus. This is

MODE

The shooting distance can be set in 49 steps from 0.02 m (0.06 ft.) to 10 m (30 ft.), plus infinity.

To confirm the chosen shooting distance in the Control panel, lightly press the

To Cancel Manual Focus mode

Manual Focus mode is canceled by pressing the

Focus mode then returns to the last mode before Manual focus was set.

NOTE:

Manual Focus

FOCUS MODE

button. The

SHUTTER RELEASE

button.

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When setting the Self-timer and the Manual Focus mode at the same time, set the Self-timer first.

When zooming with the shooting distance set less than 0.3 m (1.0 ft.), focus is not possible in some zooming ranges. In this case, the shooting distance display in the Monitor lights in red as a warning.

Displayed distance and the actual focus distance differ when an accessory lens converter is used. Advanced Operation

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Situations Where Autofocus May not Work as Expected

utofocus does not perform well under the conditions listed below. You can Autofocus as detailed below.

No subject detail for Autofocus system.

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Very dark subjects.

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Scenes with a pronounced difference in brightness (such as a subject in the shade with the sun in the background).

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Low-contrast scenes (such as a subject whose clothing is the same color as a wall or other background).

In these instances, the following alternative focus method is suggested.

Focus on a different subject located at the same distance and that has the same brightness but high contrast, use

Autofocus lock

Conflicting or confusing subject detail.

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In these instances, the following alternative focus method is suggested.

Focus on a different subject located at the same distance and that has the same brightness, use Autofocus lock recompose and shoot.

NOTE:

When you lock focus, make sure to mentally check the exposure as Auto exposure is locked at the same time.

Focus lock

, then recompose and shoot.

Scenes with subjects located at different distances from the camera. Fast-moving subjects

, then

Recording Movie/Movie Playback

Shooting Mode

Movie can be recorded for a maximum of approx. 40 seconds. Each frame has NORMAL Image quality and is of QVGA Image size (320 x 240 pixels). The recorded Movie image can be played back on the Monitor.

/Playback Mode

Movie shooting mode

"Continuous" > "Movie"

Select

Fully depress the SHUTTER RELEASE button to start recording your movie. Fully depress the SHUTTER RELEASE button again to stop recording.

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If you forget to fully depress the

/Playback Mode

in the Shooting menu in mode.

SHUTTER RELEASE

button to end the movie, the camera will automatically

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stop the operation after 40 seconds.

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The camera records movies at 15 frames per second in QVGA size (320 x 240 pixels). The file is recorded in QuickTime format (DOS file extension ".MOV").

Movie playback mode

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Press QUAL button to play back the movie.

After completing the playback, the final frame is displayed for one second, and then returns to the still image of the first frame.

Operation in movie playback mode

When the first frame is displayed as a still image

Start movie

While movie is in progress

Pause movie The movie stops and a still image of the

fter completing the playback, the final frame is displayed for one second, and then returns to the still image of the first frame.

frame when the button was pressed is displayed.

While the movie is paused (still image display except the first frame)

Resume movie Resume Movie Playback from the displayed still

image

(While a frame in the middle is

Display previous frame Display the previous frame of the movie

Display the next frame of the movie

displayed) Display next frame

(While the last frame is displayed) End movie Playback

The first frame is displayed after ending movie Playback

Quick Delete/Holding the Image in the Display

Shooting Mode

When taking photographs with the Monitor on, it is possible to immediately cancel the image being recorded and to extend the display of a wanted image after the shutter is released.

Quick delete

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Press the FOCUS MODE button while an image is being recorded and

When the on the Multi selector and press

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When Disable delete pressed. The dialog

FOCUS MODE

in the Shooting SET-UP menu is

CANNOT DELETE FILE

button is pressed, the confirmation dialog appears. Select

to cancel recording of the image data to the CF memory card.

RIGHT

, the is not displayed when the

appears in the Monitor and the image cannot be deleted.

Holding the image on the display

Press the FLASH MODE button while an image is being recorded and

is displayed on the Monitor.

by pressing the UP/

Yes

FOCUS MODE

is displayed on the Monitor.

DOWN

button is

The mark is displayed on the Monitor and the image is held for 20 seconds after which the image is saved to the memory card and the display returns to the normal shooting display.

The displayed image can also be saved as any time by pressing the is displayed. To cancel, press the delete the image.

DELETE

button. The delete confirmation dialog appears, from which is it possible to

FLASH MODE

button while the indication

Quick Review Mode/Full-Screen Review Mode

Shooting Mode

Quick review mode/Full-screen review mode is set by pressing the

These two review modes enable you to quickly review and confirm the image without having to turn the

to .

The display in the Monitor changes as follows each time the

Shooting mode .

review button in Shooting mode .

QUICK

button is pressed when the

QUICK

MODE

dial from

dial is set to

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Quick review mode

Press the QUICK button in a Shooting mode

In Quick review mode, a small image of the most recent shot is displayed in the top left corner of the Monitor. Pressing the Multi selector scrolls through the saved images on the CF memory card. It is possible to take further photos at any time.

When there are no recorded images available, the Monitor displays the message returns to the Shooting mode display.

Various operations in quick review mode

In Quick review mode, the

EXPOSURE COMPENSATION

Previously set Shooting mode conditions (Exposure value, Autofocus, White balance [Auto]) are memorized in Quick review mode.

FOCUS MODE

button and

button,

ZOOM

FLASH MODE

buttons remain active.

to set the camera to Quick review mode.

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button (when the built-in Speedlight is raised),

and

Completing the quick review mode

The following operations end the Quick review mode and return the camera to Shooting mode.

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Lightly pressing the

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Pressing the

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Setting the

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When the camera's power is turned off automatically by the Auto Power-off function

MODE

SHUTTER RELEASE

button

dial to another position

button

Full-screen review mode

Press the QUICK button in the Quick review mode to set the camera to Full-Screen Review mode.

When the This sets the camera in a temporary Playback mode so that the normal playback functions of Zoom, Delete and

button is pressed in the Quick review mode, the small image is enlarged and displayed full-screen.

QUICK

play

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Thumbnail playback are possible.

Completing the full-screen review mode

The following operations end the Full-screen review mode and return the camera to Shooting mode.

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Pressing the

{

Lightly pressing the

{

Pressing the

{

Setting the

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When the camera's power is turned off automatically by the Auto Power-off function

MODE

button

QUICK

SHUTTER RELEASE

button

dial to another position

button

Viewing Additional Picture Information

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Rotating the COMMAND dial changes the display to the following five screens while a picture is displayed on the Monitor in any Full-frame playback mode.

1. Basic display

2. Detailed information display 1

3. Detailed information display 2

4. Histogram display

5. Focus confirmation display

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The contents of the image information displayed are as follows.

Basic display screen

Display Description

100 Nikon Folder name

0025.gif File number (the last 4 numbers and file type) Battery indication (displayed only when battery power is insufficient)

Protect icon (displayed on the protected image)

25/40 Frame number/total number of frames visible in current folder

2001. 07. 25 Date when the picture was taken

12:00 Time when the picture was taken VGA Image size (UXGA, SXGA, XGA, VGA, 3:2, QVGA) FINE Image quality (HI, FINE, NORMAL, BASIC)

Detailed information dis

Print-order selection icon (displayed on the print-ordered image)

uto transfer icon (displayed on the image in the Auto transfer setting)

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Display Description

CAMERA : E995 Camera type FIRM VER : E995 V 1.0 Firmware version (displayed only on images shot with COOLPIX995) METERING : MATRIX Metering system MODE : P Exposure mode SHUTTER : 1/60 Shutter speed

PERTURE : f2.6 EXP +/- : 0.0 Exposure Compensation FOCAL LENGTH : f8.2mm Focal length FOCUS : AF Focus mode (distance setting information when in Manual focus)

Detailed information display 2

Display Description

SPEEDLIGHT : ON Flash status IMG ADJUST : AUTO Image adjustment SENSITIVITY : AUTO Sensitivity (ISO equivalency) WHITEBAL : AUTO White balance SATURATION : +1 Saturation control SHARPNESS : AUTO Image sharpening DIGITAL TELE : X1.00 Digital zoom ratio CONVERTER : OFF Lens converter status FILE SIZE : 713KB File size (kilobytes)

Histogram display

perture

Display Description

Thumbnail image Highlighted part of image flashes in black/white to show over-exposed areas

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Histogram Show histogram of displayed image Shooting

information

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The Histogram display shows the distribution of tones in the image: the horizontal axis ranges from black (left) to white (right), while the vertical axis shows the number of pixels of each brightness in the image. A properly exposed image will extend close to the ends of the histogram and should not have a large value at the extremes of the tone range.

Focus confirmation display

Shooting information of displayed image (file number and type, metering system, shutter speed, aperture, Exposure Compensation, sensitivity)

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Display Description

Focus confirmation image Portions of image in focus are sharply outlined Shooting information Shooting information of displayed image (file number and type, focal

length, shutter speed, aperture, Focus mode [distance setting information in Manual focus], selected AF area, Noise Reduction)

Sync Terminal

External Nikon Speedlights can be accommodated by using the optional Multi-Flash Bracket Unit SK-E900.

Remove the Sync terminal cover and connect the camera plug of the multiple flash adapter.

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The following Nikon optional Speedlights can be used: SB-28DX, SB-28, SB-26, SB-25, SB-24, SB-22s and SB-22. Please contact an authorized Nikon dealer or service center about using other Nikon Speedlights.

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In Macro close-up mode, it is recommend that you take trial shots and confirm that the image in the Monitor is correctly exposed.

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Set the Zoom-head position wider than 28mm. The Power Zoom function of Speedlights does not function when attached to the COOLPIX995. Please set the Zoom-head position manually.

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The AF assist illuminator of the Speedlight does not illuminate.

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For the basic functions and operations of Multi-Flash Bracket Unit SK-E900 and optional Speedlights, please refer to the instruction manuals supplied with each accessory.

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With the Speedlight Opt. > Int Flash Off that it does not fire, and to fire the external Speedlight only.

NOTE:

Use only Nikon Speedlights. Other units may damage the camera's electrical circuitry due to incompatible voltage requirements, electric contact alignment or switching phase.

NOTE:

When using an optional Speedlight, make sure to raise the built-in Speedlight to operational position (even if the setting is set on the built-in Speedlight) to ensure that the flash sync sensor is activated.

Flash Units Made by Manufacturers other than Nikon

Activating an Optional Speedlight

in Shooting SET-UP menu , it is possible to set the built-in Speedlight so

Using the Camera Menus

Int Flash Off

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Overview

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This section describes the menus used to manage the more advanced features available on the COOLPIX995.

Separate menus are available for each mode:

Menu Function Mode

Shooting

SET-UP

Playback

The Menus share a common operation method, making it easy for you to learn and remember how to navigate around the menus and make selections quickly and confidently.

dvanced Shooting options(e.g., White Balance, Metering, Continuous )

Basic camera setup (e.g., formatting CF memory cards, setting

date/time ). SET-UP menus for the and modes are

accessible from the Shooting options available depend on the operation mode

Playback options

and Playback menus respectively. The

Setting Shooting Menus

Shooting Mode

In Shooting mode, the Shooting menu provides access to a range of camera setting adjustments, such as the White balance, Saturation control and Noise reduction.

The Shooting menu contains two pages of advanced shooting options:

SHOOTING MENU 1

WHITE BALANCE

METERING

CONTINUOUS

BEST SHOT SELECTOR

IMAGE ADJUSTMENT

SATURATION CONTROL

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LENS

SHOOTING MENU 2

EXP.

FOCUS

USER SETTING

EXPOSURE OPTIONS

FOCUS OPTIONS

IMAGE SHARPENING

UTO BRACKETING

NOISE REDUCTION

RESET ALL

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Displaying the shooting menu

Set the MODE dial to

The desired menu item can be selected with the Multi selector.

To go back one step, press

Changes to settings apply as soon as the selection is made.

NOTE :

MENU and return to Shooting mode for as long as the shutter is lightly pressed.

In the and Shooting modes, pressing the

and press the MENU button to display the Shooting menu on the Monitor.

LEFT

on the Multi selector.

SHUTTER

button will cause the camera to quit the

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Choosing from the shooting menu

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(example: Focus Mode)

Select the Shooting menu item.

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Press UP/ options for the selected item.

Select the option for the selected item.

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Press UP/ option.

on the Multi selector to highlight the desired menu item, then press

DOWN

to highlight the desired option, then press

DOWN

to display further options for the selected

RIGHT

to display the

Set the option.

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Press UP/ menu.

Complete the setting by pressing the MENU button.

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The Monitor then returns to Shooting mode.

to highlight the option, then press

DOWN

RIGHT

to confirm. The Monitor then returns to the Shooting

Check

oints: Moving from page to page

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In the Shooting mode, two menu pages follow each other so that when you reach the end of page 1,page 2 then appears. The number tab for the active page is highlighted in white. To move to the SET-UP page, press the Multi selector to turn the white tab orange. Then press UP/ 2 and Set Up. Select the S tab with UP/

In the Shooting mode, if MENU PAGE 2 is displayed in the lower left corner of the menu screen, pressing the

button will display the second page of the menu. Pressing the

clears the menu from the Monitor.

to display SET-UP 1 and press

DOWN

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on the Multi selector to move between pages 1,

DOWN

button

RIGHT

when MENU OFF

LEFT

is displayed

Using the COMMAND Dial to Make a Selection

If the symbol (

COMMAND

dial instead of using the Multi selector.

Select the menu item with the Multi selector.

Rotate the COMMAND dial to display the icon for the desired option.

COMMAND

dial) appears to the right of a menu item, you can select an option quickly by rotating the

{

Complete the setting by pressing the

button twice in

SHOOTING MENU 1

or once in

SHOOTING MENU

White balance

Human vision compensates for variations in the color of normal ambient lighting so that we see white and gray objects as neutral. Film cameras cannot compensate for such changes in lighting (called the color temperature) except by the choice of film, or in some cases by using filters. Digital cameras attempt to mimic humans by measuring the color temperature and compensating automatically. This is known as White Balance. The White Balance may be preset to one of a number of fixed values and can also be measured manually.

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The

White Balance

*1 You can make additional fine adjustments to the rotating the make the image bluish. Press

*2 You can select rotating the

COMMAND

icon is displayed on the Monitor when a White Balance setting other than Auto is selected.

dial. A negative adjustment tends to make the image reddish while a positive adjustment tends to

on the Multi selector to set the adjustment.

RIGHT

FL1 , FL2

dial.

for different types of fluorescent light, such as warm daylight, neutral etc., by

FL3

White Balance through

a range of -3 to +3 (in single steps) by

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Selection Light source

FL1 FL2 FL3

-- Preset White Balance --

In certain lighting, you may find that you can obtain a more accurate color balance by measuring the color temperature of the light manually. The from which the camera calculates the color temperature. The camera then automatically recalibrates the white balance according to the result.

White (W) Daylight white (Neutral, N) Daylight (D)

Preset White Balance

function allows you to photograph a neutral object (usually a piece of gray card)

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When White Bal Preset is selected, the camera will Zoom in and the preset white-balance menu will appear on the Monitor.

Cancel

Select Cancel to abort the Preset White Balance setting, and then press the balance to its most recent setting. The lens also returns to its previous position.

Measure

To measure the color temperature, select Measure and then place a flat neutral object such as a piece of gray card in the same lighting as the intended subject. Then press the color temperature and the recalibrates the white balance.

NOTE:

When you select

Measure

on the Multi selector to return the white

RIGHT

, the camera will beep and zoom out, but no photograph will be taken.

on the Multi selector to take a sample image. The camera measures

Metering

The METERING menu offers a choice of four metering methods. Choose the best metering method for your composition and lighting conditions.

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Spot

CenterWeighted

Spot AF Area

weighted

* Metering method is automatically set to Center-Weighted when Digital zoom is activated

Area

Matrix

Metering system Characteristic Shooting situations

Matrix

Spot

Center-

Spot AF

Good for most situations.

Best when you want to set the exposure based on a small area of the picture, (e.g. a subject surrounded by a dark background).

useful compromise between Spot and Matrix. Useful when the lighting on the subject is to be used to define the exposure, but extends over a larger area.

Set Spot AF Area Metering when you want the exposure measurement to be defined by the selected

F area target.

Determines the exposure measurement by dividing up the image into 256 separate elements and creating an appropriate exposure calculation according to the particular balance of subject and background.

The camera measures light in an area in the center of the frame occupying roughly 1/32 of the total Monitor area, indicated by the square in center of the Monitor.

Exposure is calculated based on the central 1/4 of the entire frame contributing 80 percent of the exposure calculation. When you use the Digital zoom, Center-Weighted Metering is automatically selected.

Spot AF Area Metering can be selected when the autofocus mode in FOCUS OPTIONS > AF Area

Mode in Shooting Mode is set to Auto or Manual.

: Automatically shifts the Spot Metering area

Auto

to one of five focus areas.

Manual

five focus areas in the AF Area selected.

Off

: Spot Metering area is shifted to one of

: Matrix Metering is automatically selected.

Recommended for use in most situations.

Best used when the subject is backlit or there is a pronounced contrast in the frame such that exposure should be based on a just a small area of the frame.

Useful when you want to base the exposure measurement on the center of the frame.

Useful when you want to base the exposure on a small area within the frame without changing the composition since the metering area shifts with the AF Area.

When the Monitor is off, the metering area does not shift to the AF target area and remains fixed in the center AF Area.

When you set the Metering mode, the Metering indications are displayed on the Control panel and on the Monitor.

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Continuous

The COOLPIX995 is capable of taking shots singly or in a continuous sequence at a number of different frame rates and

resolutions.

Options Description Selectable

Single

Continuous

Multi-shot 16

VGA Sequence

Ultra HS

Records a single frame each time you press the

RELEASE

Record image continuously for as long as the button is kept fully depressed until the memory buffer becomes full.

When you press the

RELEASE

consecutive images are recorded and combined into a single image collage.

Records images continuously at high-speed for as long as the

SHUTTER RELEASE

kept fully depressed. Because the images are small compared to the buffer capacity, you can continue to record image until the CF memory card is full.

When you press the

RELEASE

images are recorded at approx. 30fps. The images are stored in a unique new folder designated

SHUTTER

button fully.

SHUTTER RELEASE

button fully, 16

button fully, 70

SHUTTER

button is

SHUTTER

Image Size

All Image Size All Image quality

All Image Size Other than HI Approx. 1.5fps*

FULL (2048 x

1536)

VGA (640 x

480)

QVGA (320 x

240)

Selectable

Image Quality

mode

Other than HI --

NORMAL Approx. 2fps*

NORMAL Approx. 30fps

Shooting speed (in

NORMAL

in FULL

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"N__" created every time an

Ultra HS

ll 70 images are saved in this

folder. Records a movie up to approx.

* The shooting speed varies with the memory available in the camera.

Once shooting has commenced, the Autofocus mode, exposure value and white balance settings in the Continuous, Multi-shot 16, VGA Sequence and Ultra HS modes are fixed at their initial values

NOTE :

fter shooting a sequence, do not remove the CF memory card from the camera until all the pictures have been saved. In

Ultra HS

which takes longer. The indication is displayed while the camera is saving images to the CF Memory.

The Continuous menu settings (other than Single) are indicated by an icon on the Control panel and on the Monitor.

Movie

CF memory card

mode, images are first recorded in the camera's buffer memory and then saved on the CF memory card,

Movie

40 sec. in length when you press the fully. To interrupt movie recording, press the

RELEASE

sequence Is recorded.

SHUTTER RELEASE

SHUTTER

button fully again.

button

QVGA (320 x

240)

NORMAL Approx. 15fps

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Check point

The progress of continuous shooting is indicated on the Monitor in Ultra HS mode. Shooting can be interrupted by releasing your finger from the

SHUTTER RELEASE

button.

Ultra HS and Movie mode

To playback images recorded in Ultra HS mode, set the starts with "N__" in which menu), the

When you take a self portrait with the camera lens swiveled to point backwards, the image displayed on the Monitor

Folders

Ultra HS

setting is reset to

sequences are stored. Note that when you set the camera (from the Reset All

All Folders

during shooting and the image displayed during playback both appear upside down.

To use

Ultra HS

mode, the Monitor must be turned on. Single frame shooting is automatically selected when

Movie

the Monitor is off.

The

Best Shot Selector

The

Best Shot Selector, Auto Bracketing

Auto Bracketing

NOTE:

Speedlight

When a

Continuous

mode (other than

Single

Speedlight is raised. It is recommended that you close the Speedlight since underexposure may occur.

Multiple flash (operation with more than one Speedlight ) can be used in

VGA Sequence

modes (with the optional multiple flash bracket SK-E900 , etc.). In multiple flash shooting, be sure to set the built-in Speedlight to the up position since the flash sync sensor does not operate when the built-in Speedlight is stowed.

Best shot selector

The

Best Shot Selector

outcome of the photograph, such as the following:

The camera is zoomed in or you are using an optional teleconverter lens attachment.

you are using Macro Close-up

the subject is dark and the shutter speed is slow

function is most effective in situations where inadvertent camera movement may affect the

Folders

setting to

All Folders

or to one of the folders that

and

Confirmation functions are set to off in Movie mode.

Focus

functions are set to off in Ultra HS mode.

) is selected, the built-in Speedlight does not fire even when the

Single

Continuous

Multi-shot 16

and

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BSS On

NOTE :

z z

Best Shot Selector off

Off

Best Shot Selector on

Off

Best Shot Selector

The

Best Shot Selector

Continuous , Multi-shot 16 , VGA Sequence , Ultra HS

Even when raised, the built-in Speedlight does not fire when the The

Best Shot Selector

shoot a fast-moving subject or if the composition is changed during continuous shooting.

Best Shot Selector is off and the regular Shooting mode is used.

Holding down the continuously. The recorded images are stored in the camera's buffer memory BSS On and the most sharply focused image is automatically selected after the sequence is complete. The selected image is then stored on the CF memory card. Autofocus, exposure and white balance settings are determined by the settings for the first frame.

SHUTTER RELEASE

cannot be set to

function may not be effective in recording the most sharply focused image when it is used to

button fully records up to 10 images

in the following situations: When

or Movie

. When the Image Quality mode is set to

Best Shot Selector

Continuous

is on.

mode is set to

, the

Best Shot Selector

indication is displayed on the Monitor.

When the

Best Shot Selector

Image adjustment

When you take a photograph, the camera automatically compensates for optical brightness and contrast before recording

the photograph on the CF memory card. The

Image Adjustment

menu gives you control over this image compensation.

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Option Description

The camera automatically adjusts the contrast and brightness of the

Normal

Auto

More Contrast

Less Contrast

Lighten Image

Darken Image

image according to shooting conditions.

The camera performs same standard brightness and contrast adjustment for all images. This setting is recommended for images that will later be retouched on a computer.

The image is processed to emphasize the difference between light and dark areas. This is useful when shooting landscapes and foggy or cloudy scenes.

The image is processed to reduce the difference between light and dark areas. This is useful in conditions where the light is very bright with strong shadows cast on the subject.

Increases the brightness of mid-tones in the image without affecting detail in the highlights and shadows. This setting can be used on images that appear too dark when displayed or printed.

Decreases the brightness of mid-tones in the image without affecting detail in the highlights or shadows. This setting can be used on images that appear too bright when displayed or printed.

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The

Image Adjustment

is set.

indication is displayed on the Monitor when an

Image Adjustment

Saturation control

Adjust the Saturation to control the intensity of color in the picture. In this mode, you can specify a

image.

other than

(black-and-white)

B&W

Auto

Normal

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+1 Maximum 0 Normal

-1 Moderate

-2 Minimum

B&W

Option Description

+1 Maximum

0 Normal

-1 Moderate

-2 Minimum

B&W

Sets the saturation level to +1. Sets the saturation level to normal. Sets the saturation level to -1. Sets the saturation level to -2. Sets image to black-and-white.

Increases the color saturation of the image. Suitable for direct printing where a photo-print effect is required.

Sets the saturation control level to normal. Saturation can be decreased to normal to -1 (moderate) or -2 (minimum). Suitable for images intended for subsequent retouching or manipulation on a computer.

Images are recorded as monochrome data and the display on the Monitor also changes to black-and-white. The size of the image file is the same as for the color image but the resolution is higher.

The

(black-and-white) indication is displayed on the Monitor when

B&W

is selected.

B&W

Lens

Optional lens converters for wideangle, telephoto and fisheye photography can be used with the COOLPIX995. A Slide Copy Adapter is also available. Each of these converter is adapted to a particular combination of settings, such as the Focus mode, Zoom position and Metering method.

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*1 The built-in Speedlight is set to Flash Cancel. Only an optional external Speedlight can be fired.

*2 The Focal length is fixed to infinity, the metering system to Center-Weighted and the range of selectable apertures is limited.

*3 The Self-timer can be set.

*4 Both the built-in Speedlight and any optional external Speedlight are set to

*5 Less contrast is set for made.

Swivel Lock

The Swivel Lock function, prevents the lens section of the camera from being unintentionally swiveled beyond the horizontal position by the weight of an optional lens converter.

Slide the Swivel Lock lever in the direction of the arrow to activate the Swivel Lock function and lock the lens section of the camera so that it cannot be rotated more than 90° forward (vertical position).

-- Slide Copy Adapter --

Select Slide Copy Adptr when the camera is attached to a Slide Copy Adapter to copy a 35mm type color slide film or check the images on negative film.

Image Adjustment

and compensation of +0.7 EV is set. This can be changed after the setting is

Flash Cancel

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Positive Inverse Color

Inverse color mode

Bright lighting is required in insufficient, the image on the Monitor appears too bright. If the image is affected by noise (interference), set the Image

Sharpening to

Inverse Color

the type or manufacturer of the film being used. To obtain high-quality images, use of a film scanner such as the Nikon COOLSCAN is recommended.

NOTE :

Lens setting

The built-in Speedlight does not fire when the Lens settings is set to

Flash Cancel indication is displayed on the Control panel and Monitor. Refer to the instruction manual for the optional lens converter or Slide Copy Adapter for details.

Setting for color slide film Setting for negative film

Inverse Color

Off

mode is only intended for checking negative film, and Image quality varies significantly depending on

Low

mode when checking negative film on a Slide Copy Adapter. If the lighting is

Fisheye 1 , Fisheye 2

Slide Copy Adptr

. The

The

When Monitor.

setting indication is displayed on the Monitor when a

Lens

Fisheye 1

Slide Copy Adptr

is selected, the Infinity and Center-Weighted Metering indications are also displayed on the

is selected, the

Macro

and

setting other than Normal is selected.

Lens

Less Contrast

indications are also displayed on the

User setting

The camera can "memorize" up to three combinations of settings, including White Balance, Metering, Continuous, Best

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Shot Selector, Image Adjustment, Saturation Control, Lens and Image Sharpening. These settings can be recalled as desired, allowing you to create separate combinations of settings for different shooting conditions and then recall them later at a touch.

Select User Setting. The User Setting number and the icons for the menu items are displayed.

{

By default, any changes made to settings are automatically saved as User Setting1.

{

Settings that have not been changed from the default values are shown in white. Settings that differ from the defaults are shown in orange.

To store the desired settings in User Setting 2 or 3, highlight 2 or 3 by pressing UP/DOWN on the Multi selector and then press LEFT / RIGHT to select. Then, set the desired menu item from the Shooting menu.

{

The icon for the selected menu item is displayed in orange.

{

When menu item option is changed in each User Setting number, the new setting is stored in memory.

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{

The User Setting number is displayed in the upper left corner of the Monitor when User Setting 2 or 3 is selected.

Exposure options

In certain cases, you may want to modify the exposure setting as metered by the camera so as to intentionally over- or underexpose the image. This is known as exposure compensation. Alternatively, you may wish to maintain the same exposure over a number of different images, for example when you are taking pictures that must be composited or displayed together.

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AE-L

choose

AE Lock

to record a number of shots with the same aperture, shutter speed, sensitivity and white balance settings.

(Auto Exposure Lock) and

Reset

AE Lock EXP. +/Exposure mode

-- AE Lock --

Use the This is useful in situations such as when you want to join or retouch images on a computer.

Setting Exposure Lock Setting Exposure Compensation Setting Exposure mode

, these icons will turn yellow to indicate that exposure will be reset with the next shot.

(White Balance Lock) are displayed on the Monitor when

WB-L

AE Lock

is set. If you

Off On

Reset

-- Exposure Compensation --

Exposure metering can be offset to allow manual compensation for more creative control of your pictures. Twelve settings are available for Exposure Compensation, from -2EV to +2EV in 1/3-EV steps.

Off Exposure Lock is canceled and normal exposure control is resumed. Exposure control (aperture, shutter speed, sensitivity and white balance) are locked

to the settings for the first image recorded after On setting.

The flash is canceled. Do not release the built-in Speedlight.

Locked exposure control is reset and the exposure control (the aperture, shutter speed, sensitivity and white balance settings) will be locked to the settings for the first image recorded after resetting.

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The Exposure Compensation indication is displayed on the Control panel and both and the compensation value are shown on the Monitor when the Exposure Compensation is set.

Check point

The flash output level is also adjusted when the Speedlight is used. To adjust only the flash output level and leave the exposure metering as determined by the camera, select Speedlight Opt. > Variable Power

-- Exposure mode --

The Exposure mode can be selected by pressing the Multi selector instead of using the dial. This option cannot be selected if MODE is assigned to either the Shooting SET-UP menu. See Setting the Exposure mode for the characteristics of the Exposure modes and details on using them.

in the Shooting SET-UP menu.

button and the

MODE

FUNC. 2

button in the Controls

FUNC. 1

COMMAND

setting in the

Check point

Set the shutter speed in the S exposure mode or the aperture in the A exposure mode by rotating the described in Setting the Exposure mode the shutter speed by rotating the

. However, in M exposure mode, set

COMMAND

dial.

to select the aperture and

M (A)

Focus options

You can use the

Confirmation

or change the

Focus Options

menu to select the

Distance Units

AF Area Mode

, change the

Auto-Focus Mode

COMMAND

, select

Focus

M (S)

dial as

to select

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AF Area Mode Auto-Focus Mode Focus Confirmation Distance Units

-- AF Area Mode --

Focus using the five AF Areas on the Monitor.

Setting AF Area mode selection Sets the autofocus mode Sets the focus confirmation selection Sets the units used for distance display

When selected in

Mode

selector UP ,

LEFT

select the AF Area.

AF Area

DOWN

RIGHT

Manual

, press the Multi

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ll five AF Areas ae used to focus the image. The camera will automatically select the AF Area

Auto

Manual

Off

NOTE :

and

Auto

when the Monitor is off or the Digital zoom is activated.

-- Auto-Focus Mode --

The camera Auto-Focus can operate in two modes: Continuous AF and Single AF.

for the subject closest to the camera. This function minimizes the chance of out-of-focus pictures. The automatically selected AF Area is identified by the indicator that glows red on the Monitor when the

Focusing is targeted on one of five AF Areas selected on the Monitor. Press UP/

LEFT/RIGHT

indicated in red on the Monitor. This is useful in situations where the aim is to focus precisely on a single AF Area with a relatively stable subject.

Only the center AF Area is used for focusing. This is useful in Autofocus Lock/Auto Exposure Lock operation.

AF Area selection

Manual

settings can only be selected when the Monitor is turned on.

SHUTTER RELEASE

on the Multi selector to select the desired AF Area. The selected AF Area is

button is pressed lightly.

AF Area Mode

DOWN/

is automatically set to

Off

Continuous AF

s long as the monitor is turned on, Autofocus is enabled continuously regardless of

whether the shutter is being pressed or not. The Focus is locked when the

RELEASE

selected until you turn it on again.

button is pressed lightly. If the Monitor is turned off,

Single AF

SHUTTER

is automatically

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Single AF

-- Focus Confirmation --

This function allows you to check the Focus visually on the Monitor.

Off Focus Confirmation

Check point

The outline of the focused image emphasized in Focus Confirmation mode is displayed only on the Monitor. It does not affect the recorded image.

-- Distance Units --

You can change the distance used on the Control panel and on the Monitor in

In emphasized in the Monitor as an aid to focus.

In all Focusing modes, the outline of the in-focus area of the image is emphasized on the Monitor.

utofocus is only enabled when the

regardless of the Monitor status.

(Manual Focus) mode, the outline of the in-focus area of the image is

is canceled.

SHUTTER RELEASE

button is pressed lightly,

Manual Focus

mode.

m ft

Meters feet

Image sharpening

The camera can emphasize the details and borders of objects, making the picture appear sharper and bolder.

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Normal

Low

NOTE :

The Image sharpening setting does not affect the monitor display during shooting or the video output data.

The camera automatically sharpens the image for optional

Auto

results.

The same standard sharpness is set for all images.

The image is processed to increase the sharpness effect

High

above the normal level, giving the edges of objects more emphasis and making details more distinct.

The images processed to decreasesharpness below the normal level, making edges less distinct.

No sharpening.

Off

Image Sharpening setting

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The Image Sharpening indication is displayed on the Monitor when

High

Normal

Low

is set.

Auto bracketing

In situations where it might be difficult to obtain a proper exposure, Auto Bracketing lets you shoot the same subject at three or five different exposures. In WB Bracketing, the white balance is bracketed in three shots.

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Bracketing is off.

Of On WB Bracketing

Bracketing Characteristics

Off

WB Bracketing

uto Bracketing is set.

White Balance Bracketing is set.

Bracketing is canceled and normal exposure control is used.

uto Bracketing is performed with the selected number of bracketing shots and with a compensated EV value offset from the automatically metered exposure. The Shutter speed is bracketed in P , R or M Exposure modes and the aperture is bracketed in S Exposure mode.

The White Balance is bracketed when you press the

SHUTTER RELEASE

up of one with the selected white balance, a reddish image and a bluish image.

button fully giving 3 shots made

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The time required to save bracketed images to the CF memory card is three times that required for a normally recorded image.

-- On --

Each time you press the values to under exposed EV values. When you shoot a high-contrast image, the image with the desired exposure can be selected from the set of bracketed shots.

Number of shots,

com

ensated EV value

3, _0.3 +0.3, 0, -0.3 3, _0.7 +0.7, 0, -0.7 3, _1.0 +1.0, 0, -1.0 5, _0.3 +0.7, +0.3, 0, -0.3, -0.7

SHUTTER RELEASE

button, either three or five shots are taken ranging form over exposed EV

Bracketing order

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5, _0.7 +1.3, +0.7, 0, -0.7, -1.3 5, _1.0 +2.0, +1.0, 0, -1.0, -2.0

Check point

To perform Auto Bracketing or White Balance Bracketing in Continuous

RELEASE

after which the sequence stops automatically.

button fully. A selected number of consecutive shots are taken (up to three shots with

The Exposure Compensation indication flashes on the Control panel and along with the compensated EV value for the next shot are displayed on the Monitor when the bracketing is set.

VGA Sequence

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mode, hold down the

FULL, 3 : 2

and

SHUTTER

mode),

Fine

-- WB Bracketing --

White balance is bracketed when you press the the selected white balance, one reddish image and one bluish image.

When you select White Balance Bracketing, the (White Balance Bracketing indication) appears on the Monitor.

SHUTTER RELEASE

button fully, giving three shots made up of one shot with

NOTE :

Auto Bracketing and White Balance Bracketing

Bracketing cannot be set in mode. White balance bracketing cannot be set in Continuous mode other than mode or

Noise Reduction

Noise reduction

Multi-shot 16 , Ultra HS

mode.

, Movie , Best Shot Selector , AE Lock or

Single , Best Shot Selector

Noise Reduction

mode,

AE Lock

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When the camera is set for long time exposures, noise in the form randomly spaced bright-colored pixels will appear. The longer the exposure, the more this effect is apparent. The Noise Reduction setting can be used to minimize this effect.

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On Off

NOTE :

When the Noise Reduction function is on, the time taken to save a picture to the CF memory card is approximately doubled.

The effect of noise on the recorded image is minimized. Noise reduction is canceled and normal exposure control is

used.

Time taken to save an image to the CF memory card

Reset all

The Reset all setting allows you to restore settings in all Shooting modes , and Playback to their default values.

When you perform

Exit menu without changing the settings. Restore the settings to their default values.

Reset All

Shooting menu

White Balance

Metering

Continuous

Best Shot Selector

Image Adjustment

Saturation Control

, the camera settings are reset to the defaults shown below:

uto*1

Matrix

Single

Off

uto

Normal

Focus Options:

F Area Mode

uto Auto-Focus Mode

Focus Confirmation

Distance Unit

Image Sharpening

uto Bracketing Off

Continuous

Not cleared

uto

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Lens

User Setting

Exposure options:

E Lock Off

Exposure Compensation

Exposure Mode

*1 Fine-tuned values are also reset.

*2 Only the selected User Setting number is reset.

Shooting SET-UP items

Folders

Monitor Options:

Display Mode

Brightness

Hue

Shutter Sound

Controls

Memorize

Func.1, 2

Speedlight Options

Variable Power

Int Flash Off

Shot Confirm Lamp

*Restores settings for all controls.

Playback Menu items

Folders

Playback SET-UP item

Video Mode: Not cleared

Functions set for each control

Functions set for each control (not on the Monitor) are not reset and remain in memory.

ll Folders Frame interval 3 S

Normal

Not cleared*2

Off

Not cleared

NIKON

Cleared*

Not cleared

Off

Noise Reduction Off

info. txt

uto Off

Seq. Numbers Not cleared

Date Not cleared

Video Mode

Language

Zoom Options

Digital Tele

Startup Position

Fixed Aperture

Off

30 S

Not cleared

Last Position

Off

Setting Shooting SET-UP Menus

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Shooting Mode

The SET-UP menu allows you to select various settings for basic camera setup before shooting, such as Monitor, Zoom and Speedlight options, etc.

Displaying the SET-UP menu

Set the MODE dial to

You can use the Multi selector to choose the desired menu item.

Folders Monitor Options Shutter Sound

uto Off Seq. Numbers CF Card Format Date

mode

and press the MENU button to display the SET-UP menu on the Monitor.

1. Set the

mode

Multi selector to select the Tab (S, 1 or 2).

{

Select the S tab with UP/DOWN to display SET-UP 1 and press RIGHT

{

dial

MODE

Pressing

SET-UP 1

once to enable selection of the SET-UP items.

RIGHT

in Shooting menu display turns the tab at the left of the display orange.

LEFT

appears at the top of the display when you press

and press the MENU button to display the Shooting menu. Use LEFT on the

UP /DOWN

SET-UP 1 SET-UP 1

to select the "

" tab at the left. Press

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Folders Monitor Options Controls Zoom Options

uto Off Seq. Numbers CF Card Format

Press UP/DOWN to display SET-UP 2 at the top of the screen.

{

The 14 SET-UP items are divided into two displays. Press UP/ and display

Speedlight Opt. Shutter Sound Date info. txt Video Mode Language Disable delete

SETUP 2

on the Multi selector to move the cursor

DOWN

Choosing from the SET-UP menus (example: zoom options)

Select the SET-UP menu item.

{

Press UP/ selected item.

Select the o

tion for the selected item.

on the Multi selector to highlight the desired item and press

DOWN

to display options for the

RIGHT

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{

Press UP/

to highlight the option and press

DOWN

to display the detailed option menu.

RIGHT

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Set the option and complete the setting by pressing the MENU button

{

Press UP/

The Shooting SET-UP Items (in

DOWN

button to complete the setting. The Monitor returns to the Shooting Mode.

on the Multi selector to highlight the option and press

mode)

to set the option. Press the

RIGHT

Folders

You can use this option to select new folders to help you organize your pictures on the camera for shooting and image playback. This feature allows you to create, rename and delete folders.

Options NIKON

(Folder name) Selects the newly created folder.

-- Opti>ons --

Press UP/DOWN on the Multi selector to select Options and then press RIGHT to display the Options Menu.

The

NIKON

Options for folder setup. Selects NIKON folder.

folder is automatically created. Newly created folders are displayed below the

NIKON

folder.

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New Rename Delete

[New]

Creates a new folder on the CF memory card.

Select "New" in the Options menu and press RIGHT on the Multi selector. NIKON is displayed first.

Press LEFT/RIGHT to highlight letter to be changed and press UP/DOWN to edit selected letter. Repeat the procedure to create new five-letter folder name. Press RIGHT to create new folder. The Monitor returns to the SET-UP menu.

Creates a new folder. Renames a folder. Deletes a folder.

Press the MENU button to complete the setting.

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Folder name is shown on the Monitor when a folder other than NIKON is selected.

[Rename]

Use this option to rename folder (other than the NIKON folder).

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Select the "Rename" option and press RIGHT on the Multi selector to display the folder list.

Press UP/DOWN to select the folder to be renamed and press RIGHT to display the name.

Press LEFT/RIGHT/UP/ DOWN to edit the name as described in the existing folder. The Monitor returns to the SET-UP menu.

step 2 of New

. Press RIGHT to rename

Press the MENU button to complete the setting.

[Delete]

This option enables you to delete folders (other than the

Select "Delete" in O

tions and press RIGHT on the Multi selector to display the folder list.

NIKON

folder).

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Press UP/DOWN to select the folder to be deleted and press RIGHT to display the confirmation dialog box.

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Press UP/DOWN to select Yes and then press RIGHT to delete selected folder. The Monitor returns to the SETUP menu. Press the MENU button to complete the setting.

NOTE :

The

NIKON

If the selected folder contains hidden or protected images, the folder will not be deleted. Any images it contains that are neither hidden or protected will, however, be deleted.

-- Selecting a folder --

Once additional folders have been created, you can select the folder that will be used for playback or to store

photographs in folder, which will also be used for playback.

Deleting folders

folder cannot be deleted.

and

mode. Until a new folder is selected, all subsequent images will be stored in this

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Folder name shown in the Monitor (no folder name is displayed when

Monitor options

folder is selected).

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Use the and hue.

Display Mode

mode only)

Brightness Hue

-- Display Mode

Use this mode to set the Monitor operation mode. It can be set to On or images are displayed after shooting or displayed continuously in on the Monitor.

Monitor Options

(in

(in mode only) --

sub-menu to specify when the Monitor will automatically turn on and to adjust the Monitor brightness

Turns the Monitor and Preview mode On/Off

djusts the brightness of the Monito djusts the hue of the Monito

, and you can also specify details such as whether

Off

Monitor On

Review Only

Preview Only

Monitor Off

-- Bri

htness --

When the

In mode, the Monitor is normally Off but the recorded image is displayed after you release the shutter.

In mode, the Monitor is normally On but the recorded image is not displayed after you release the shutter.

When the this setting, the Monitor must be turned On by pressing the

dial is set to , the Monitor turns On.

MODE

dial is set to , the Monitor turns Off. Before changing

MODE

button.

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