Nikon collpix L16 User Manual
DIGITAL CAMERA
User’s Manual
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Introduction
First Steps
Basic Photography and Playback: Easy Auto
G
Mode
Auto Mode
A
Shooting Suited for the Scene
C
More on Playback
c
Movies
D
Connecting to Televisions, Computers and Printers
d
Technical Notes
Shooting, Playback and Setup Menus
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For Your Safety
To prevent damage to your Nikon product or injury to yourself or to others, read
the following safety precautions in their entirety before using this equipment.
Keep these safety instructions where all those who use the product will read them.
The consequences that could result from failure to observe the precautions listed
in this section are indicated by the following symbol:
This icon marks warnings, information that should be read before using this Nikon
product to prevent possible injury.
WARNINGS
Turn off in the Event of
Malfunction
Should you notice smoke or an
unusual smell coming from the
camera or AC adapter, unplug the AC
adapter and remove the batteries
immediately, taking care to avoid
burns. Continued operation could
result in injury. After removing or
disconnecting the power source, take
the equipment to a Nikon-authorized
service representative for inspection.
Do not Disassemble
Touching the product’s internal parts
could result in injury. Repairs should be
performed only by qualified
technicians. Should the camera break
open as the result of a fall or other
accident, take the product to a Nikonauthorized service representative for
inspection after unplugging the
product and/or removing the
batteries.
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Do not use the Camera or AC
Adapter 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.
Handle the Camera Strap with
Care
Never place the strap around the neck
of an infant or child.
Keep out of Reach of Children
Particular care should be taken to
prevent infants from putting the
batteries or other small parts into their
mouths.
For Your Safety
Observe caution when
handling batteries
Batteries may leak or explode if
improperly handled. Observe the
following precautions when handling
batteries for use in this product:
• Before replacing the batteries, turn
the product off. If you are using an
AC adapter, be sure it is unplugged.
• Use only the batteries approved for
use in this product (A 12). Do not
combine old and new batteries or
batteries of different makes or types.
• If Nikon rechargeable EN-MH1 NiMH
batteries are purchased separately,
charge and use each of them as a
set. Do not combine batteries from
different pairs.
• Insert batteries in the correct
orientation.
• Do not short or disassemble
batteries or attempt to remove or
break battery insulation or casing.
• Do not expose batteries 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.
• Batteries are prone to leakage when
fully discharged. To avoid damage
to the product, be sure to remove
the batteries when no charge
remains.
• Discontinue use immediately should
you notice any change in the
batteries, such as discoloration or
deformation.
• If liquid from damaged batteries
comes in contact with clothing or
skin, rinse immediately with plenty
of water.
Observe the following
precautions when handling
the Battery Charger MH-71
(available separately)
• Keep Dry. Failure to observe this
precaution could result in fire or
electric shock.
• Dust on or near the metal parts of
the plug should be removed with a
dry cloth. Continued use could
result in fire.
• Do not handle the power cable or
go near the battery charger during
lightning storms. Failure to observe
this precaution could result in
electric shock.
• Do not damage, modify, forcibly tug
or bend the power cable, place it
under heavy objects, or expose it to
heat or flame. Should the insulation
be damaged and the wires become
exposed, take it to a Nikonauthorized service representative for
inspection. Failure to observe these
precautions could result in fire or
electric shock.
• Do not handle the plug or battery
charger with wet hands. Failure to
observe this precaution could result
in electric shock.
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For Your Safety
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.
Handle moving parts with
care
Be careful that your fingers or other
objects are not pinched by the lens
cover or other moving parts.
CD-ROMs
The CD-ROMs supplied with this
device should not be played back on
audio CD equipment. Playing CDROMs on an audio CD player could
cause hearing loss or damage the
equipment.
Observe caution when using
the flash
Using the flash close to your subject’s
eyes could cause temporary visual
impairment. Particular care should be
observed if photographing infants,
when the flash should be no less than
one meter (39 in.) from the subject.
Do not operate the flash with
the flash window touching a
person or object
Failure to observe this precaution
could result in burns or fire.
Avoid contact with liquid
crystal
Should the monitor break, care should
be taken to avoid injury caused by
broken glass and to prevent liquid
crystal from the monitor touching the
skin or entering the eyes or mouth.
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Notices
Notice for customers in the U.S.A.
FCC RF Interference Statement
This equipment was 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.
Notice for customers in the State of
California
WARNING: Handling the cord on this
product will expose you to lead, a
chemical known to the State of
California to cause birth defects or
other reproductive harm. Wash hands
after handling.
Nikon Inc.,
1300 Walt Whitman Road Melville,
New York 11747-3064 USA
Tel: 631-547-4200
COOLPIX L18/L16
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Notices
Notice for customers in Canada
CAUTION
This Class B digital apparatus complies
with Canadian ICES-003.
ATTENTION
Cet appareil numéique de la classe B
est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du
Canada.
Symbol for Separate Collection
in European Countries
This symbol indicates that
this product is to be
collected separately.
The following apply only to
users in European countries:
• This product is designated for
separate collection at an
appropriate collection point. Do not
dispose of as household waste.
• For more information, contact the
retailer or the local authorities in
charge of waste management.
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Table of Contents
For Your Safety......................................................................................................................................ii
WARNINGS................................................................................................................................................ ii
Notices......................................................................................................................................................v
Introduction ...........................................................................................................................................1
About This Manual ................................................................................................................................1
Information and Precautions............................................................................................................. 2
Parts of the Camera............................................................................................................................... 4
The Camera Body ...................................................................................................................................................4
The Monitor................................................................................................................................................................6
Basic Operations.....................................................................................................................................8
The Shooting Mode Button .............................................................................................................................8
The c (Playback) Button..................................................................................................................................8
The Multi Selector...................................................................................................................................................9
The d Button....................................................................................................................................................10
Help Displays..........................................................................................................................................................11
Attaching the Camera Strap.........................................................................................................................11
Shutter-release Button.....................................................................................................................................11
First Steps.............................................................................................................................................12
Insert the Batteries...............................................................................................................................12
Supported Batteries ...........................................................................................................................................12
Turning On and Off the Camera.................................................................................................................12
Setting Display Language, Date and Time .................................................................................14
Inserting Memory Cards ....................................................................................................................16
Removing Memory Cards...............................................................................................................................17
G Basic Photography and Playback: Easy Auto Mode .......................................................18
Step 1 Turn the Camera On and Select G (Easy Auto) Mode .............................................18
Step 2 Frame a Picture .......................................................................................................................20
Step 3 Focus and Shoot.....................................................................................................................22
Step 4 Viewing and Deleting Pictures..........................................................................................24
Using the Flash......................................................................................................................................26
Setting the Flash Mode....................................................................................................................................26
Taking Pictures with the Self-timer ...............................................................................................28
Macro Mode...........................................................................................................................................29
Exposure Compensation...................................................................................................................30
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A Auto Mode..................................................................................................................................... 31
Shooting in the Auto Mode..............................................................................................................31
C Shooting Suited for the Scene................................................................................................ 32
Shooting in the Scene Mode ...........................................................................................................32
Setting the Scene Mode..................................................................................................................................32
Features .....................................................................................................................................................................33
c More on Playback....................................................................................................................... 40
Viewing Multiple Pictures: Thumbnail Playback ......................................................................40
Taking a Closer Look: Playback Zoom..........................................................................................41
Editing Pictures.....................................................................................................................................42
Enhancing Brightness and Contrast: D-Lighting..............................................................................43
Creating a Cropped Copy: Crop.................................................................................................................44
g Resizing Pictures: Small Picture...........................................................................................................45
D Movies .............................................................................................................................................46
Recording Movies ................................................................................................................................46
The Movie Menu...................................................................................................................................47
Selecting Movie Options.................................................................................................................................47
Movie Playback.....................................................................................................................................48
Deleting Movie Files...........................................................................................................................................48
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Connecting to Televisions, Computers and Printers............................................................ 49
Connecting to a TV..............................................................................................................................49
Connecting to a Computer...............................................................................................................50
Before Connecting the Camera..................................................................................................................50
Transferring Pictures from the Camera to a Computer...............................................................51
Connecting to a Printer......................................................................................................................54
Connecting the Camera and Printer........................................................................................................55
Printing Pictures One at a Time..................................................................................................................56
Printing Multiple Pictures...............................................................................................................................57
Creating a DPOF Print Order: Print Set.........................................................................................60
d Shooting, Playback and Setup Menus ............................................................................. 62
Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu.......................................................................................62
Displaying the Shooting Menu...................................................................................................................62
A Image Mode ....................................................................................................................................................63
B White Balance.................................................................................................................................................65
C Continuous ......................................................................................................................................................67
F Color Options..................................................................................................................................................68
Restrictions on Camera Settings................................................................................................................69
Playback Options: The Playback Menu ........................................................................................70
Displaying the Playback Menu....................................................................................................................70
b Slide Show........................................................................................................................................................72
c Delete...................................................................................................................................................................73
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Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu..........................................................................................74
Displaying the Setup Menu...........................................................................................................................75
a Menus..................................................................................................................................................................76
c Welcome Screen...........................................................................................................................................76
d Date.......................................................................................................................................................................77
e Monitor Settings ..........................................................................................................................................80
f Date Imprint.....................................................................................................................................................81
U Anti-shake AE..................................................................................................................................................82
h AF Assist ............................................................................................................................................................83
i Sound Settings ..............................................................................................................................................83
k Auto Off..............................................................................................................................................................84
l Format Memory/m Format Card ......................................................................................................85
n Language ...........................................................................................................................................................86
o Video mode......................................................................................................................................................86
p Reset All..............................................................................................................................................................87
s Battery type......................................................................................................................................................89
d Protect ...............................................................................................................................................................89
h Copy.....................................................................................................................................................................89
r Firmware Version .........................................................................................................................................90
Technical Notes.................................................................................................................................. 91
Optional Accessories ..........................................................................................................................91
Approved Memory Cards...............................................................................................................................91
Image File and Folder Names..........................................................................................................92
Caring for the Camera........................................................................................................................93
Cleaning ....................................................................................................................................................................95
Storage.......................................................................................................................................................................95
Error Messages......................................................................................................................................96
Troubleshooting...................................................................................................................................99
Specifications .....................................................................................................................................104
Supported Standards ......................................................................................................................107
Index......................................................................................................................................................108
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Introduction
About This Manual
Thank you for your purchase of a Nikon COOLPIX L18/COOLPIX L16 digital camera.
This manual was written to help you enjoy taking pictures with your Nikon digital
camera. Read this manual thoroughly before use, and keep it where all those who
use the product will read it.
Symbols and Conventions
To make it easier to find the information you need, the following symbols and
conventions are used:
This icon marks cautions,
information that should be read
B
before use to prevent damage to
the camera.
This icon marks notes, information
that should be read before using
C
the camera.
Notations
• A Secure Digital (SD) memory card is referred to as a “memory card.”
• The setting at the time of purchase is referred to as the “default setting.”
• The names of menu items displayed in the camera monitor, and the names of
buttons or messages displayed in the computer monitor appear in bold.
Screen Samples
In this manual, images are sometimes omitted from monitor display samples so
that monitor indicators can be more clearly shown.
Illustrations and Screen Display
• Illustrations and text displays shown in this manual may differ from actual
display.
• Illustrations and text displays shown in this manual are for COOLPIX L18.
Product Names
In this manual, the product names “COOLPIX L18” and “COOLPIX L16” may
sometimes be abbreviated as “L18” and “L16”.
This icon marks tips, additional
information that may be helpful
D
when using the camera.
This icon indicates that more
information is available elsewhere
A
in this manual or in the Quick Start
Guide.
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C Memory Cards
Pictures taken with this camera can be stored in the camera’s internal memory or on removable
memory cards. If a memory card is inserted, all new pictures will be stored on the memory card and
delete, playback and format operations will apply only to the pictures on the memory card. The
memory card must be removed before the internal memory can be formatted or used to store,
delete or view pictures.
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Information and Precautions
Life-Long Learning
As part of Nikon’s “Life-Long Learning” commitment to ongoing product support and education,
continually updated information is available online at the following sites:
• For users in the U.S.A.: http://www.nikonusa.com/
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• For users in Europe and Africa: http://www.europe-nikon.com/suppor t/
• For users in Asia, Oceania, and the Middle East: http://www.nikon-asia.co m/
Visit these sites to keep up-to-date with the latest product information, tips, answers to frequently
asked questions (FAQs), and general advice on digital imaging and photography. Additional
information may be available from the Nikon representative in your area. See the URL below for
contact information:
http://nikonimaging.com/
Use Only Nikon Brand Electronic Accessories
Nikon COOLPIX cameras are designed to the highest standards and include complex electronic
circuitry. Only Nikon brand electronic accessories (including battery chargers, batteries and AC
adapters) certified by Nikon specifically for use with this Nikon digital camera are engineered and
proven to operate within the operational and safety requirements of this electronic circuitry.
THE USE OF NON-NIKON ELECTRONIC ACCESSORIES COULD DAMAGE THE CAMERA AND MAY
VOID YOUR
For more information about Nikon brand accessories, contact a local authorized Nikon dealer.
Before Taking Important Pictures
Before taking pictures on important occasions (such as at weddings or before taking the camera on
a trip), take a test shot to ensure that the camera is functioning normally. Nikon will not be held liable
for damages or lost profits that may result from product malfunction.
About the Manuals
• No part of the manuals included with this product may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed,
• Nikon reserves the right to change the specifications of the hardware and software described in
• Nikon will not be held liable for any damages resulting from the use of this product.
• While every effort was made to ensure that the information in these manuals is accurate and
NIKON WARRANTY.
stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form, by any means, without
Nikon’s prior written permission.
these manuals at any time and without prior notice.
complete, we would appreciate it were you to bring any errors or omissions to the attention of the
Nikon representative in your area (address provided separately).
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Information and Precautions
Notice Concerning Prohibition of Copying or Reproduction
Note that simply being in possession of material that was 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, 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 was 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 and 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 governed by national and
international copyright laws. Do not use this product for the purpose of making i llegal cop ies or to
infringe copyright laws.
Disposing of Data Storage Devices
Please note that deleting images or formatting data storage devices such as memory cards or builtin camera memory does not completely erase the original image data. Deleted files can sometimes
be recovered from discarded storage devices using commercially available software, potentially
resulting in the malicious use of personal image data. Ensuring the privacy of such data is the user’s
responsibility.
Before discarding a data storage device or transferring ownership to another person, erase all data
using commercial deletion software, or format the device and then completely refill it with images
containing no private information (for example, pictures of empty sky). Be sure to also replace any
pictures selected for the welcome screen (A 76). Care should be taken to avoid injury or damage to
property when physically destroying data storage devices.
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Parts of the Camera
The Camera Body
COOLPIX L18 is taken for this manual to explain the operations.
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1 Shutter-release button..............................22
2 Power-on lamp ..............................................12
3 Power switch...................................................18
4 Built-in flash......................................................26
5 Speaker................................................................48
Self-timer lamp.......................................28, 94
6
AF-assist illuminator............ 23, 33, 83, 94
7 Lens............................................................93, 104
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8 Built-in microphone....................................46
Power connector cover for
9
optional AC adapter....................................91
10 Eyelet for camera strap..............................11
11 Connector cover............................49, 51, 55
12 Cable connector............................49, 51, 55
13 Lens cover.........................................................93
Lens cover closed
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1 Monitor ..................................................................6
2 Shooting mode button................................8
3 c (playback) button....................................8
4 Flash lamp.........................................................27
5 Multi selector......................................................9
Zoom buttons ................................................20
f : Zoom out ...........................................20
g : Zoom in...............................................20
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h : Thumbnail playback....................40
i : Playback zoom................................41
j : Help .......................................................11
7 d button..............................10, 47, 62, 70
8 k (apply selection) button......................9
9 l (delete) button.........................24, 25, 48
Battery-chamber/
10
memory card slot cover....................12, 16
11 Tripod socket
12 SD card slot.......................................................16
13 Battery-chamber............................................12
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The Monitor
The following indicators may appear in the monitor during shooting and playback
(actual display varies with current camera settings). They will display only for a few
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seconds (A 80).
Shooting
2
4
5
6
23
1
22
21
3
7
8
9
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1 Shooting mode1....................18, 31, 32, 46
2 Macro mode....................................................29
3 Zoom indicator......................................20, 29
4 Focus indicator..............................................22
5 Exposure Lock ................................................39
6 Flash mode.......................................................26
7 Battery level indicator................................18
8 Anti-shake AE icon.......................................82
“Date not set” indicator............................ 96
9
Time zone indicator....................................77
10 Date imprint ....................................................81
Image mode2..................................................63
11
Movie options ................................................47
1
Differs according to the current shooting mode. Refer to the sections on each mode for details.
2
z and y are displayed on L18, and M and d are displayed on L16.
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13 Internal memory indicator......................19
14 Aperture.............................................................22
15 Focus area.................................................20, 22
16 Focus area (Face Priority).................20, 22
17 Shutter speed.................................................22
18 ISO sensitivity..................................................27
19 Exposure compensation value............30
20 Self-timer indicator......................................28
21 Color options ..................................................68
22 White balance mode..................................65
23 Continuous shooting mode..................67
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Number of exposures remaining (still pictures)
b Movie length..............................................46
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1 Date of recording.........................................14
2 Time of recording.........................................14
3 Volume indicator..........................................48
4 Battery level indicator................................18
Image mode....................................................63
5
Movie options ................................................47
a Current frame number/
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total number of frames....................... 24
b Movie length .............................................48
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7 Internal memory indicator......................19
8 Movie playback indicator........................48
9 Print-order icon..............................................60
10 Small picture....................................................45
11 D-Lighting icon..............................................43
12 Protect icon......................................................89
13 File number and type................................92
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Basic Operations
The Shooting Mode Button
• Press the shooting mode button in playback mode
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The Shooting-mode Selection Menu
In the shooting-mode selection menu, use the multi selector to select the
shooting mode.
Easy auto mode
• The shooting-mode selection menu is continuously displayed until you select
the shooting mode and press k to determine the mode, or you press the
shooting mode button again.
• To return to the shooting mode while the shooting-mode selection menu is
displayed, press the shooting mode button again.
The c (Playback) Button
to enter shooting mode.
• Press the shooting mode button in shooting mode
to display the shooting-mode selection menu.
G Easy auto mode (A 18)
D Movie (A 46)
C Scene (A 32)
A Auto mode (A 31)
• Press c in shooting mode to enter playback mode.
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The Multi Selector
This section describes standard uses of the multi selector to select modes, select
menu options and to apply selection.
For Shooting
Display m (flash mode) (A 26) menu or move cursor up.
Display o
Display n
(self-timer)
(A 28) menu.
Display p (macro mode) (A 29) menu or move cursor
down.
For the Playback Mode
Display the
previous picture.
(exposure
compensation)
(A 30) menu.
Apply selection.
Display the next
picture.
Flash mode
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For the Menu Screen
Move cursor up.
Return to the
previous screen.
Move cursor down.
C Notes on the Multi Selector
Multiple operations are available with the multi selector but no detailed operation is described here.
In the manual, the button indicating up, down, left and right of the multi selector is shown as H, I,
J and K.
Apply selection
(Go to the next
screen).
Go to the next
screen (Apply
selection).
Auto mode
Image mode
White balance
Continuous
Color options
Set up
Exit
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Basic Operations
The d Button
Press d to display the menu for the selected mode. Use the multi selector to
navigate the menus (A 9).
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To exit the menu display, press d again.
Auto mode
Image mode
White balance
Continuous
Color options
Set up
Exit
The selected option
Displayed when the menu
contains two or more pages
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Displayed when
there are more
previous menu
items
Displayed when
there are one or
more menu
items to follow
Set up
Date imprint
Anti-shake AE
AF assist
Sound settings
Auto off
Exit
Press the multi selector K or
k to proceed to the next
set of options.
AF assist
Auto
Off
Exit
Press the multi selector K or
k to apply selection.
Basic Operations
Help Displays
Press g (j) when M is displayed at the lower right of the menu screen to view a
description of the currently selected menu option.
To return to the original menu, press g (j) again.
Continuous
Choose single frame, continuous
mode, BSS (camera chooses
sharpest shot in series), or
multi-shot 16.
Exit
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Attaching the Camera Strap
Shutter-release Button
The camera features a two-stage shutter-release button. To set focus and
exposure, press the shutter-release button halfway, stopping when you feel
resistance. Focus and exposure lock while the shutter-release button is held in this
position. To release the shutter and take a picture, press the shutter-release button
the rest of the way down. Do not use force when pressing the shutter-release
button, as this may result in camera shake and blurred pictures.
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Press the shutterrelease button
halfway to set
focus and
exposure.
Press the shutterrelease button
the rest of the
way down to take
picture.
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First Steps
Insert the Batteries
1 Open the battery-chamber/memory card slot
cover.
• Hold the camera upside down to prevent the batteries
from falling out.
2 Insert the batteries.
First Steps
• Insert the batteries correctly as shown at right.
3 Close the battery-chamber/memory card slot
cover.
Supported Batteries
This camera uses the following size AA batteries.
• Two LR6 alkaline batteries (batteries supplied)
• Two FR6/L91 lithium batteries
• Two ZR6 oxyride batteries
• Two Nikon EN-MH1 rechargeable nickel-metal hydride batteries (available
separately)
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2
3
2
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Turning On and Off the Camera
To turn on the camera, press the power switch. The
power-on lamp (green) will light for a moment and the
monitor will turn on.
To turn off the camera, press the power switch again.
When the camera turns off, both the power-on lamp
and monitor will turn off.
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Insert the Batteries
B Replacing Batteries
Turn the camera off and make sure that the power-on lamp and the monitor have gone out before
opening the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover.
B Additional Precautions Regarding Batteries
• Read and follow the warnings and cautions (A iii, 94).
• Do not combine old and new batteries or batteries of different makes or types.
• Batteries with the following defects cannot be used:
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Batteries with peeling Batteries with insulation that
does not cover the area
around the negative terminal.
Batteries with a flat
negative terminal
B Battery Type
To improve battery performance, select the type of battery currently inserted in the camera in the
setup menu. The default setting is the type of battery supplied with purchase. If your camera was
purchased in Europe and alkaline batteries were supplied, change the setting to Alkaline. When
any other type of battery is used, turn the camera on and change the setting (A 89).
C Alkaline Batteries
Performance of alkaline batteries may vary greatly depending on the manufacturer. Choose a
reliable brand.
C Alternative Power Resources
To power the camera continuously for extended periods, use an EH-65A AC adapter (available
separately) (A 91). Do not, un der any circumstances, use another make or model of AC
adapter. Failure to observe this precaution could result in overheating or in damage to the camera.
D Power Saving Function in Shooting Mode
If no operations are performe d for about five seconds, the monitor will dim to save power. Using any
of the camera controls will reactivate the display. The monitor turns off if no operations are
performed for thirty seconds (default setting). The camera enters standby mode.
After a further three minutes, the camera will turn off automatically (A 84).
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Setting Display Language, Date and Time
A language-selection dialog and date menu are displayed the first time the
camera is turned on.
1 Press the power switch to turn on the camera.
The power-on lamp (green) will light for a moment and
the monitor will turn on.
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2 Use the multi selector to choose the desired
language and press k.
For information on using the multi selector, see “The Multi
Selector” (A 9).
3 Choose Yes and press k.
If No is selected, the date and time will not be set.
Proceed to step 8.
4 Press k.
The home time zone menu is displayed.
5 Select your home time zone (A 79) and press
k.
The date menu is displayed.
Date
Set time and date?
Time zone
London,Casablanca
Daylight saving
Home time zone
London,Casablanca
Back
D Daylight Saving Time
If daylight saving time is in effect, turn on
1 Before pressing K, press the multi selector I to choose Daylight saving.
2
Press k to enable daylight saving time (w). Pressing k toggles the daylight saving time option on and off.
3 Press the multi selector H, and then press K to proceed to step 5.
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Daylight saving
in the time zone menu in Step 4 and set the date.
Ye s
No
Setting Display Language, Date and Time
6 Change the date and time.
• Press H or I to edit the highlighted item.
• Press the multi selector J or K to change the
highlighted item. The highlight moves in the order of
day (D), month (M) and year (Y) or vice versa (the order
of highlight movement may differ in some areas).
After editing the minutes, press the multi selector K. The
row for setting the order in which the date is displayed will blink.
7 Choose the order in which the day, month,
and year are displayed and press k or K.
The settings are applied.
8 Press the shooting mode button to exit the
screen.
The shooting-mode selection menu will be displayed.
9 When Easy auto mode is displayed, press k.
• The camera enters the shooting mode and you can
take pictures in Easy auto mode (A 18).
• Press the multi selector H or I before k button, to
switch to another shooting mode.
See “Shooting in the Auto Mode” (A 31), “Shooting in
the Scene Mode” (A 32), “Recording Movies” (A 46)
for more information.
Date
DMY
01
Date
DMY
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Press this button
in shooting mode
for shooting-mode
selection menu.
Easy auto mode
200801
0000
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200805
3015
D Change the selected date and time
• To change the date and time, select Date from Date (A 77) in the setup menu (A 74) and
perform step 6 & 7 above.
• To change the time zone and the daylight saving settings, select Time zone from Date in the
setup menu (A 77, 78).
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Inserting Memory Cards
Pictures are stored in the camera’s internal memory (21 MB) or on removable
Secure Digital (SD) memory cards (available separately) (A 91).
If a memory card is inserted in the camera, pictures are automatically stored on the
memory card and pictures recorded to the memory card can be played back,
deleted or transferred. Remove the memory card to store pictures in the internal
memory, or play back, delete or transfer pictures from the internal memory.
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1 Turn the camera off and open the battery-
chamber/memory card slot cover.
Make sure that the camera is off (the power-on lamp and
the monitor are off) before opening the batterychamber/memory card slot cover.
Hold the camera upside down to prevent the batteries
from falling out.
1
2 Insert the memory card.
Slide the memory card in correctly until it clicks into
place.
Close the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover.
B Inserting Memory Cards
Inserting the memory card upside down or backwards
could damage the camera or the memory card. Make
sure that the memory card is correctly oriented.
3
2
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Inserting Memory Cards
Removing Memory Cards
Before removing memory cards, turn the camera off
and confirm that the power-on lamp and the monitor
are off. Open the battery-chamber/memory card slot
2
1
cover and press the card in 1 to partially eject the card
2. The card can then be removed by hand.
B Formatting Memory Cards
If the message at right is displayed, the memory card must be
formatted before use (A 85). Note that formatting permanently
deletes all pictures and other data on the memory card. Be sure to
make copies of any pictures you wish to keep before formatting the
memory card.
Use the multi selector to choose Yes and press k. A confirmation
dialog is displayed. To start formatting, choose Format and press k.
• Do not turn the camera off or open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover until
formatting is complete.
• The first time you insert the memory cards used in other devices into the COOLPIX L18/
COOLPIX L16, be sure to format them (A 85).
Card is not formatted.
Format card?
No
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B The Write Protect Switch
Memory cards are equipped with a write protect switch.
Pictures cannot be recorded or deleted and the memory card
cannot be formatted when this switch is in the “lock” position.
Unlock by sliding the switch to the “write” position.
Write protect switch
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B Memory Cards
• Use only Secure Digital memory cards.
• Do not perform the following during formatting, while data is being written to or deleted from the
memory card, or during data transfer to a computer. Failure to observe this precaution could result
in the loss of data or in damage to the camera or memory card:
- Eject the memory card
- Remove the battery
-Turn off the camera
- Disconnect the AC adapter
• Do not disassemble or modify.
• Do not drop, bend, or expose to water or strong physical shocks.
• Do not touch the metal terminals with your fingers or metal objects.
• Do not affix labels or stickers to the memory card.
• Do not leave in direct sunlight, closed vehicles or areas exposed to high temperatures.
• Do not expose to humidity, dust, or to corrosive gases.
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Basic Photography and Playback: Easy Auto Mode
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Step 1 Turn the Camera On and Select G (Easy Auto) Mode
This section describes how to take pictures in G (easy auto) mode, an automatic,
“point-and-shoot” mode recommended for first-time users of digital cameras.
1 Press the power switch to turn on the camera.
The power-on lamp (green) will light for a moment and
the monitor will turn on. In this step, the lens will also
open.
Proceed to step 4 when U is displayed.
2 Press the shooting mode button.
Basic Photography and Playback: Easy Auto Mode
The shooting-mode selection menu will be displayed.
3 Press the multi selector H or I to choose G
and press k.
The camera enters G (easy auto) mode.
Easy auto mode
4 Check the battery level and number of
exposures remaining.
Battery Level
Monitor Description
NO INDICATOR Batteries fully charged.
B
N
Battery
exhausted.
Number of Exposures Remaining
The number of pictures that can be stored will be displayed.
The number of pictures that can be stored depends on the capacity of the memory or
memory card and image mode setting (A 64).
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Batteries low; prepare to replace
batteries.
Cannot take pictures. Replace
batteries.
Battery level indicator
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Number of exposures
remaining
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