Nikon COOLPIX S220, COOLPIX S225 Owner Manual

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DIGITAL CAMERA
Users Manual
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i
Introduction
First Steps
A
Basic Photography and Playback: Auto Mode
C
Shooting Suited for the Scene
a
Automatic Shooting of a Smiling Face
c
More on Playback
D
Movies
E
Voice Recordings
Connecting to Televisions, Computers and Printers
d
Shooting, Playback and Setup Menus
Technical Notes
ii

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:

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 battery
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 internal parts of the
camera or AC adapter could result in
injury. Repairs should be performed
only by qualified technicians. Should
the camera or AC adapter break open
as the result of a fall or other accident,
take the product to a Nikon-authorized
service representative for inspection,
after unplugging the product and/or
removing the battery.
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
battery or other small parts into their
mouths.
This icon marks warnings, information that should be read before using this Nikon
product, to prevent possible injury.
iii
For Your Safety
Observe caution 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:
Before replacing the battery, turn
the product off. If you are using the
AC adapter, be sure it is unplugged.
Only use a Rechargeable Li-ion
Battery EN-EL10 (supplied). Charge
the battery by inserting it in a
Battery Charger MH-63 (supplied).
When inserting the battery, do not
attempt to insert it upside down or
backwards.
Do not short or disassemble the
battery or attempt to remove or
break the battery insulation or
casing.
Do not expose the battery to flame
or to excessive heat.
Do not immerse in or expose to
water.
Return the battery to the battery
case for transportation. 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.
Discontinue use immediately should
you notice any change in the
battery, such as discoloration or
deformation.
If liquid from the damaged battery
comes in contact with clothing or
skin, rinse immediately with plenty
of water.
Observe the following
precautions when handling
the battery charger
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 flames. Should the insulation
be damaged and the wires become
exposed, take it to a Nikon-
authorized 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.
Do not use with travel converters or
adapters designed to convert from
one voltage to another or with DC-
to-AC inverters. Failure to observe
this precaution could damage the
product or cause overheating or fire.
iv
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 CD-
ROMs 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 (3 ft. 4 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.
v

Notices

Notice for Customers in the U.S.A.
Federal Communications
Commission (FCC) Radio
Frequency Interference Statement
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.
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
vi
Notices
Notice for customers in Canada
CAUTION
This Class B digital apparatus complies
with Canadian ICES-003.
ATTENTION
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B
est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du
Canada.
Notice for customers in Europe
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.
This symbol on the battery
indicates that the battery is
to be collected separately.
The following apply only to
users in European countries:
All batteries, whether marked with
this symbol or not, are 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 A (Shooting Mode) Button...................................................................................................................8
The c (Playback) Button..................................................................................................................................8
The Multi Selector...................................................................................................................................................9
The d Button....................................................................................................................................................10
Switching Between Tabs.................................................................................................................................10
Help Displays..........................................................................................................................................................11
Shutter-release Button .....................................................................................................................................11
Attaching the Camera Strap.........................................................................................................................11
First Steps............................................................................................................................................. 12
Charging the Battery ..........................................................................................................................12
Inserting the Battery ...........................................................................................................................14
Removing the Battery.......................................................................................................................................15
Turning On and Off the Camera.................................................................................................................15
Setting Display Language, Date and Time .................................................................................16
Inserting Memory Cards ....................................................................................................................18
Removing Memory Cards...............................................................................................................................18
A Basic Photography and Playback: Auto Mode .................................................................20
Step 1 Turn the Camera On and Select A (Auto) Mode.......................................................20
Indicators Displayed in A (Auto) Mode...............................................................................................21
Step 2 Frame a Picture .......................................................................................................................22
Using the Zoom....................................................................................................................................................23
Step 3 Focus and Shoot.....................................................................................................................24
Step 4 Playing Back and Deleting Pictures.................................................................................26
Playing Back Pictures (Playback Mode)..................................................................................................26
Deleting Pictures..................................................................................................................................................26
Using the Flash......................................................................................................................................28
Setting the Flash Mode....................................................................................................................................28
Taking Pictures with the Self-timer ...............................................................................................30
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Macro Mode...........................................................................................................................................31
Exposure Compensation...................................................................................................................32
C Shooting Suited for the Scene................................................................................................ 33
Shooting in Scene Mode...................................................................................................................33
Setting the Scene Mode..................................................................................................................................33
Features .....................................................................................................................................................................34
Shooting in the Scene Mode Selected by the Camera (Scene Auto Selector).............40
Taking Pictures in Food Mode.....................................................................................................................41
Taking Pictures for a Panorama..................................................................................................................43
a Automatic Shooting of a Smiling Face................................................................................45
Shooting in Smile Mode....................................................................................................................45
Blink Proof Function...........................................................................................................................................46
c More on Playback....................................................................................................................... 47
Viewing Multiple Pictures: Thumbnail Playback ......................................................................47
Calendar Display...................................................................................................................................................48
Taking a Closer Look: Playback Zoom..........................................................................................49
Editing Pictures.....................................................................................................................................50
Quick Retouch .......................................................................................................................................................51
Enhancing Brightness and Contrast: D-Lighting..............................................................................52
Creating a Cropped Copy: Crop.................................................................................................................53
Resizing Pictures: Small Picture...................................................................................................................54
Voice Memos: Recording and Playback.......................................................................................55
Recording Voice Memos.................................................................................................................................55
Playing Voice Memos........................................................................................................................................56
Deleting Voice Memos.....................................................................................................................................56
Viewing Pictures by Date (List by Date Mode)..........................................................................57
Selecting a Date in List by Date Mode...................................................................................................57
Using List by Date Mode.................................................................................................................................58
List by Date Menu ...............................................................................................................................................59
Image Searching in Auto Sort Mode.............................................................................................60
Displaying Pictures in Auto Sort Mode..................................................................................................60
Using Auto Sort Mode......................................................................................................................................62
Auto Sort Menu ....................................................................................................................................................62
Sorting Favorite Pictures (Favorite Pictures Mode).................................................................63
Preparing Favorites Folder.............................................................................................................................64
Sorting Pictures to a Favorites Folder.....................................................................................................65
Viewing the Pictures in Favorites Folder...............................................................................................66
Removing Pictures from Favorites............................................................................................................66
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Using Favorite Pictures Mode......................................................................................................................67
Favorite Pictures Menu ....................................................................................................................................68
D Movies .............................................................................................................................................70
Recording Movies ................................................................................................................................70
The Movie Menu...................................................................................................................................71
D Movie Options................................................................................................................................................71
w Electronic VR....................................................................................................................................................72
Movie Playback.....................................................................................................................................73
Deleting Movie Files...........................................................................................................................................73
E Voice Recordings........................................................................................................................... 74
Making Voice Recordings..................................................................................................................74
Playing Voice Recordings..................................................................................................................76
Deleting Sound Files..........................................................................................................................................77
Copying Voice Recordings................................................................................................................78
Connecting to Televisions, Computers and Printers............................................................ 79
Connecting to a TV..............................................................................................................................79
Connecting to a Computer...............................................................................................................80
Before Connecting the Camera..................................................................................................................80
Transferring Pictures from a Camera to a Computer ....................................................................81
Connecting to a Printer......................................................................................................................84
Connecting the Camera and Printer........................................................................................................85
Printing Pictures One at a Time..................................................................................................................86
Printing Multiple Pictures...............................................................................................................................87
Creating a DPOF Print Order: Print Set.........................................................................................90
d Shooting, Playback and Setup Menus .............................................................................92
Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu.......................................................................................92
Displaying the Shooting Menu ..................................................................................................................92
A Image Mode...................................................................................................................................................93
B White Balance................................................................................................................................................95
C Continuous .....................................................................................................................................................97
E ISO Sensitivity ................................................................................................................................................99
F Color Options ...............................................................................................................................................99
G AF Area Mode.............................................................................................................................................100
Q Distortion Control ...................................................................................................................................103
Functions that Cannot Be Applied Simultaneously....................................................................104
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Playback Options: The Playback Menu .....................................................................................105
Displaying the Playback Menu.................................................................................................................105
b Slide Show....................................................................................................................................................107
c Delete..............................................................................................................................................................108
d Protect ...........................................................................................................................................................108
f Rotate Image...............................................................................................................................................109
h Copy ................................................................................................................................................................109
Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu.......................................................................................111
Displaying the Setup Menu........................................................................................................................112
w Electronic VR ...............................................................................................................................................113
a Menus..............................................................................................................................................................114
c Welcome Screen .....................................................................................................................................114
d Date ..................................................................................................................................................................115
e Monitor Settings.......................................................................................................................................118
f Date Imprint................................................................................................................................................119
U Motion Detection ....................................................................................................................................120
u Digital Zoom...............................................................................................................................................121
i Sound Settings .........................................................................................................................................121
k Auto Off..........................................................................................................................................................122
l Format Memory/m Format Card...................................................................................................123
n Language......................................................................................................................................................124
o Video Mode ................................................................................................................................................124
d Blink Warning ............................................................................................................................................124
p Reset All..........................................................................................................................................................126
r Firmware Version ....................................................................................................................................128
Technical Notes................................................................................................................................129
Optional Accessories ....................................................................................................................... 129
Approved Memory Cards............................................................................................................................129
Image/Sound File and Folder Names ........................................................................................130
Caring for the Camera.....................................................................................................................131
Cleaning .................................................................................................................................................................133
Storage....................................................................................................................................................................133
Error Messages...................................................................................................................................134
Troubleshooting................................................................................................................................138
Specifications ..................................................................................................................................... 144
Supported Standards.....................................................................................................................................147
Index......................................................................................................................................................148
1

Introduction

Introduction

About This Manual

Thank you for your purchase of a Nikon COOLPIX S220/S225 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:
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.
C Internal Memory and 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
pictures to, or delete, or view pictures.
D
This icon marks cautions,
information that should be read
before use, to prevent damage to
the camera.
This icon marks tips, additional
information that may be helpful
when using the camera.
This icon marks notes, information
that should be read before using
the camera.
This icon indicates that more
information is available elsewhere
in this manual or in the Quick Start
Guide.
A
B
C
2
Introduction

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/
For users in Europe and Africa: http://www.europe-nikon.com/support/
For users in Asia, Oceania, and the Middle East: http://www.nikon-asia.com/
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://imaging.nikon.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
NIKON WARRANTY.
The use of third-party rechargeable Li-ion batteries not bearing the
Nikon holographic seal could interfere with normal operation of the
camera or result in the batteries overheating, igniting, rupturing, or
leaking.
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,
stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form, by any means, without
Nikon’s prior written permission.
Nikon reserves the right to change the specifications of the hardware and software described in
these manuals at any time and without prior notice.
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
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).
Holographic seal:
Identifies this device as an
authentic Nikon product.
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Information and Precautions
Introduction
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 built-
in 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 114). Care should be taken to avoid injury or damage
to property when physically destroying data storage devices.
4
Introduction

Parts of the Camera

The Camera Body

4
3
2
1
5
6
10
8
7
9
Lens cover closed
1 Shutter-release button..............................24
2
Zoom control..................................................23
f : wide .......................................................23
g : tele..........................................................23
h : thumbnail playback.....................47
i : playback zoom................................49
j : help........................................................11
3
Power switch/Power-on lamp
.......................................................................20, 122
4 Built-in flash......................................................28
5 Self-timer lamp...............................................30
6 Lens .........................................................133, 144
7 Eyelet for camera strap..............................11
8 Built-in microphone....................55, 70, 74
9 Speaker................................................56, 73, 76
10 Lens cover......................................................131
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Parts of the Camera
Introduction
8
6
7
5
4
2
1
3
10
9
11
12
13
14
15
Opening the pin cover
1
Indicator lamp................................................74
Flash lamp ........................................................ 29
2 A (shooting mode) button.....................8
3 c (playback) button........................... 8, 26
4 Multi selector.....................................................9
5 k (apply selection) button......................9
6 l (delete) button.........26, 27, 56, 73, 77
7 d button ........ 10, 33, 71, 92, 105, 112
8 Monitor..................................................................6
9 Cable connector...........................79, 81, 85
10 Tripod socket
11
Pin/power connector cover
.......................................................79, 81, 85, 129
12
Battery-chamber/
memory card slot cover................... 14, 18
13 Battery-chamber...........................................14
14 Memory card slot.........................................18
15 Battery latch............................................. 14, 15
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Parts of the Camera
Introduction

The Monitor

The following indicators may appear in the monitor during shooting and playback
(actual display varies with current camera settings).
The indicators that appear in the monitor during shooting and playback disappear
after a few seconds (A 118).
Shooting
*
Differs according to the current shooting mode.
F3.1
F3.1
F3.11/125
1/125
1/125
1
600
600
1600
a
9
8
11
14
b
1516
1718
19
20
23
22
1
21
2
3
45
6
7
25
26
12
13
10
24
1 Shooting mode
*
....................20, 33, 45, 70
2 Macro mode....................................................31
3 Zoom indicator......................................23, 31
4 AE/AF-L indicator .........................................44
5 Focus indicator ..............................................24
6 Flash mode.......................................................28
7 Battery level indicator................................20
8 Motion detection icon................... 21, 120
9 Electronic VR icon .....................................113
10 Distortion control icon...........................103
11
“Date not set” indicator.........................134
Time zone indicator.................................115
12 Date imprint .................................................119
13
Image mode....................................................93
Movie options ................................................71
14
a Number of exposures remaining
(still pictures)...............................................20
b Movie length...............................................70
15 Internal memory indicator......................21
16 Aperture.............................................................24
17 Focus area..............................................24, 100
18 Focus area (Face Priority)..............24, 100
19 Shutter speed .................................................24
20 ISO sensitivity..........................................29, 99
21 Exposure compensation value............32
22 Color options..................................................99
23 White balance mode..................................95
24 Self-timer indicator......................................30
25 Continuous shooting mode..................97
26 Blink proof icon..............................................46
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Parts of the Camera
Introduction
Playback
1
The icon for the selected category in auto sort mode or the favorites folder currently
selected in playback mode is displayed.
2
Differs according to the settings configured during shooting.
1 Date of recording.........................................16
2 Time of recording.........................................16
3 Volume indicator.......................... 55, 73, 76
4
Category icon in
auto sort mode
1
............................................60
Favorites folder icon in
favorite pictures mode
1
...........................66
5 Battery level indicator................................20
6 Protect icon................................................... 108
7
Image mode
2
..................................................93
Movie options
2
..............................................71
8
a Current frame number/
total number of frames ........................26
b Movie length ..............................................73
9 Internal memory indicator......................26
10 Favorite pictures guide.............................65
11 Movie playback guide...............................73
12 List by date guide.........................................57
13 Print set icon....................................................90
14 Small picture icon........................................54
15
Quick retouch icon......................................51
D-Lighting icon..............................................52
16 Voice memo icon.........................................56
17 File number and type.............................130
999
999
999
999
999999
9999.JPG
9999.JPG
12:00
12:00
12:00
9999.JPG
15
15
15 05
05
2009
2009
05 2009
7
8
5
123
9
11
13
14
15
17
16
4
6
12
10
a
b
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Introduction

Basic Operations

The A (Shooting Mode) Button
The Shooting-mode Selection Menu
In the shooting-mode selection menu, use the multi selector to change the
shooting mode.
To return to the shooting mode while the shooting-mode selection menu is
displayed, press the A button again.
The c (Playback) Button
The Playback-mode Selection Menu
In the playback-mode selection menu, use the multi selector to change the
playback mode.
To return to the playback mode while the playback-mode selection menu is
displayed, press the c button again.
Press the A button in playback mode to enter
shooting mode.
Press the A button in shooting mode to display
the shooting-mode selection menu.
* The icon displayed differs depending upon the last
scene mode selected.
Press the c button in shooting mode to enter
playback mode.
Press the c button in playback mode to display
the playback-mode selection menu.
If the camera is turned off, hold down the c
button to turn the camera on in playback mode.
Auto mode
1
2
3
4
1. A (auto) mode (A 20)
2. x Scene mode* (A 33)
3. a Smile mode (A 45)
4. D Movie mode (A 70)
Play
1
2
3
4
1. c Playback mode (A 26)
2. h Favorite pictures mode (A 63)
3. F Auto sort mode (A 60)
4. C List by date mode (A 57)
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Basic Operations
Introduction

The Multi Selector

This section describes standard uses of the multi selector to select modes, select
menu options and to apply selection.
For Shooting
For Playback
For the Menu Screen
C Note on the Multi Selector
In the manual, the button indicating up, down, left and right of the multi selector is shown as H, I,
J and K.
Flash mode
Display m (flash mode) (A 28) menu or move cursor up
Display n (self-timer)
(A 30) menu
Display p (macro mode) (A 31) menu or move cursor down
Apply selection
Display o
(exposure compensation)
(A 32) guide
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Select previous
picture
Select next picture
Exit
Image mode
White balance
Continuous
ISO sensitivity
Shooting menu
Color options
Beach/snow
Move cursor up
Apply selection (go to
next screen)
Move cursor left
or return to
previous screen
Move cursor down
Move cursor right or go
to next screen (apply
selection)
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Basic Operations
Introduction
The d Button
Press the d button to display the menu for the selected mode.
Use the multi selector to navigate the menus (A 9).
Choose the z tab on the left to display the setup menu.
Press the d button again to exit the menu.

Switching Between Tabs

Exit
Image mode
White balance
Continuous
ISO sensitivity
Shooting menu
Color options
Exit
AF
area mode
Distortion control
Shooting menu
Exit
Face priority
Manual
Auto
Center
AF area mode
Displayed when the menu
contains two or more pages
• Top tab: Display the available
menus in the current
mode
• Bottom tab: Display the setup
menu
Displayed when there are one
or more menu items to follow
The selected option
Displayed when there
are more previous
menu items
Press the k button or the
multi selector K to
proceed to the next set of
options
Press the k button or the
multi selector K to apply
selection
Exit
Image mode
White balance
Continuous
ISO sensitivity
Shooting menu
Color options
Exit
Image mode
White balance
Continuous
ISO sensitivity
Shooting menu
Color options
Exit
Set up
Menus
Electronic VR
Welcome screen
Date
Monitor settings
Press the multi selector
J to highlight the tab
Press the multi selector
H or I to select the
tab, and press either the
k button or K
The selected menu is
displayed
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Basic Operations
Introduction

Help Displays

Rotate the zoom control to g (j) when M/L 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, rotate the zoom control to g (j) again.

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.

Attaching the Camera Strap

Back
For accurate color reproduction,
choose a setting that matches
the light source.
White balance
Exit
Press the
shutter-release
button the rest
of the way down
to take picture
Press the
shutter-release
button halfway
to set focus and
exposure
12

First Steps

First Steps

Charging the Battery

The camera uses a Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL10 (supplied).
Charge the battery with the Battery Charger MH-63 (supplied) before first use or
when the battery is running low.
1 Connect the power cable.
Connect the power cable to the battery charger 1 and insert the wall plug into a power
outlet 2. The CHARGE lamp will light to show that the charger is on 3.
2 Charge the battery.
Insert the battery at an angle as
shown 1, and set it in the battery
charger 2.
CHARGE lamp starts blinking when
battery is inserted 3. Charging is
complete when lamp stops blinking 4.
About 100 minutes are required to
charge a fully depleted battery.
1
2
3
1
2
3
4
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Charging the Battery
First Steps
The following chart explains CHARGE lamp status.
3 Remove the battery and unplug the charger when charging is
complete.
B Notes on the Battery Charger
The supplied battery charger is for use only with the Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL10. Be sure
to use only genuine Nikon brand rechargeable batteries.
Be sure to read and follow the warnings for the battery charger on pages iii before using the
battery charger.
B Notes on the Battery
Be sure to read and follow the warnings for the battery on page iii and the section, “The Battery”
(A 132), before using the battery.
If the battery is not used for an extended period, recharge it at least once every six months and run
it flat before returning it to storage.
C AC Power Supply
To power the camera continuously for extended periods, use an AC Adapter EH-62D (available
separately from Nikon) (A 129). Do not, under 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.
CHARGE lamp Description
Blinks Battery charging.
On Battery fully charged.
Flickers
The battery is not inserted correctly. Remove the battery and
reinsert it into the battery charger so that the battery is lying
flat.
Charge the battery indoors with an ambient temperature of
5 °C to 35 °C (41 °F to 95 °F) before use.
The battery is faulty. Stop charging immediately, unplug the
charger, and take both the battery and charger to your retailer
or Nikon service representative.
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First Steps

Inserting the Battery

Insert a Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL10 (supplied) into your camera.
Charge the battery before the first use or when the battery is running low
(A 12).
1 Open the battery-chamber/memory card slot
cover.
2 Insert the battery.
Confirm that the positive (+) and negative (–) terminals
are oriented correctly as described on the label at the
entrance of the battery chamber, and insert the battery.
Use the battery to push the orange battery latch in the
direction indicated by the arrow 1 and fully insert the
battery 2. When the battery is fully inserted, the battery
latch will lock it in place.
B Inserting the Battery
Inserting the battery upside down or backwards could
damage the camera. Be sure to check the battery is in the
correct orientation.
3 Close the battery-chamber/memory card slot
cover.
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Inserting the Battery
First Steps

Removing the Battery

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.
To eject the battery, open the battery-chamber/
memory card slot cover and slide the orange battery
latch in the direction indicated by the arrow
1. The
battery can then be removed by hand
2.
Note that the battery may become hot during use;
observe due caution when removing the battery.

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 is turned off, both the power-on
lamp and monitor will turn off.
If the camera is turned off, hold down the c button to turn the camera on in
playback mode.
C Auto Power Off in Shooting Mode (Standby Mode)
If no operations are performed for about a minute (default setting), the monitor will turn off
automatically and the camera will enter standby mode. If no operations are performed for another
three minutes, the camera will turn off automatically (the auto off function).
Pressing the power switch, or the shutter-release button, while the monitor is off in standby mode
will reactivate the monitor.
The time allowed to elapse from before the camera enters standby mode can be changed from the
Auto off option (A 122) in the setup menu (A 111).
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First Steps

Setting Display Language, Date and Time

A language-selection dialog is 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.
2 Use the multi selector to choose
the desired language and press
the k button.
For information on using the multi selector,
see “The Multi Selector” (A 9).
3 Choose Yes and press the k button.
If No is selected, the date and time will not be set.
4 Press the multi selector J or K to select your
home time zone (A 117) and press the k
button.
D Daylight Saving Time
If daylight saving time is in effect, press the multi selector H in the
time zone selection screen displayed in step 4 to turn on the
daylight saving time option.
When the daylight saving time option is enabled, W is displayed at
the top of the monitor. To turn off the daylight saving time option,
press I.
Cancel
Date
Set time and date?
No
Ye s
London
Casablanca
Back
London
Casablanca
Back
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Setting Display Language, Date and Time
First Steps
5 Edit the date and time.
Press H or I to edit the highlighted item.
Press K to move the highlight in the following order.
D (day) M (month) Y (year) hour minute
DMY (the order in which the day, month, and year are
displayed)
Press J to return to the previous item.
6 Choose the order in which the day, month and
year are displayed and press the k button or
press
K.
The settings are applied and monitor display exits to
shooting mode.
D Changing the Date and Time
Select Date from the Date item (A 115) in the setup menu (A 111) to change the current date
and time and follow the procedure described in step 5 above.
Select Time zone from the Date item in the setup menu to change the time zone and daylight
saving time settings (A 115).
Edit
Date
DYM
01 200901
00 00
Edit
Date
DYM
15 200905
14 30
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First Steps

Inserting Memory Cards

Image, sound, and movie files are stored in the camera’s internal memory
(approximately 44 MB) or on removable Secure Digital (SD) memory cards
(available separately) (A 129).
If a memory card is inserted in the camera, data are automatically stored on
the memory card and data recorded to the memory card can be played back,
deleted or transferred. Remove the memory card to store data in the internal
memory, or play back, delete or transfer data from the internal memory.
1 Confirm the power-on lamp and the monitor
are off and open the battery-chamber/
memory card slot cover.
Be sure to turn off the camera before opening the
battery-chamber/memory card slot cover.
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. Be sure to
check the memory card is in the correct orientation.

Removing Memory Cards

Before removing memory cards, turn the camera off
and confirm that the power-on lamp and monitor are
off. Open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover
and press the card in 1 to partially eject the card. The
card can then be removed by hand. Do not attempt to
remove the card at an angle 2.
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