Nikon COOLPIX A10 Reference Manual

DIGITAL CAMERA

Reference Manual

Introduction

Parts of the Camera

Preparing for Shooting

Using the Camera

Shooting Features

Using the Menus

Connecting the Camera to a TV, Computer, or Printer

Reference Section

Technical Notes and Index

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Read This First

Introduction

Thank you for purchasing the Nikon COOLPIX A10 digital camera. Before using the camera, please read the information in “For Your Safety” (A vii-x) and familiarize yourself with the information provided in this manual. After reading, please keep this manual handy and refer to it to enhance your enjoyment of your new camera.

Attaching the Camera Strap

About This Manual

If you want to start using the camera right away, see “Preparing for Shooting” (A 6) and “Using the Camera” (A 13). To learn about the parts of the camera and information that is displayed in the monitor, see “Parts of the Camera” (A 1).

Other Information

• Symbols and Conventions To make it easier to find the information you need, the following symbols and conventions are used in this manual:

Icon Description

A/E/F

This icon indicates cautions and information that should be read before using the camera.

This icon indicates notes and information that should be read before using the camera.

These icons indicate other pages containing relevant information; E: “Reference Section”, F: “Technical Notes and Index.”

• SD, SDHC, and SDXC memory cards are referred to as “memory cards” in this manual.

• 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 on a computer monitor appear in bold.

• In this manual, images are sometimes omitted from monitor display samples so that monitor indicators can be more clearly shown.

• Illustrations and monitor content shown in this manual may differ from the actual product.

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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:

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

• For users in Europe: http://www.europe-nikon.com/support/

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

Visit these sites to keep up-to-date with the latest product information, 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. Visit the site 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, AC adapters, and cables) 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.

NIKON WARRANTY.

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).

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, mov ies, and photographs is governed by national and international copyright laws. Do not use this product for the purpose of making illegal copies or to infringe copyright laws.

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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

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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). Care should be taken to avoid injury or damage to property when physically destroying data storage devices.

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.

This icon marks warnings, information that should be read before using this Nikon product, to prevent possible injury.

WARNINGS

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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 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 batteries.

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.

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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.

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Do not remain in contact with the camera, battery charger, or AC adapter for extended periods while the devices are on or in use

Parts of the devices become hot. Leaving the devices in direct contact with the skin for extended periods may result in low-temperature burns.

Do not leave the product where it will be exposed to extremely high temperatures, such as in an enclosed automobile or in direct sunlight

Failure to observe this precaution could cause damage or fire.

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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 7). Do not combine old and new batteries or batteries of different makes or types.

• If Nikon rechargeable Ni-MH batteries EN-MH2 (EN-MH2-B2 or EN-MH2-B4) are purchased separately, charge and use each of them as a set. Do not combine batteries from different pairs.

• The EN-MH2 rechargeable batteries are for use with Nikon digital cameras only, and are compatible with COOLPIX A10.

• 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 Chargers (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.

• Do not use with travel converters or adapters designed to convert from one voltage to another or with DCto-AC inverters. Failure to observe this precaution could damage the product or result in overheating or fire.

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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

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product regulations.

Do not touch the moving parts of the lens

Failure to observe this precaution could result in injury.

Handle moving parts with care

Be careful that your fingers or other objects are not pinched by the lens cover or other moving parts.

Observe caution when using the flash

Using the flash close to your subject’s eyes could cause temporary visual impairment. The flash should be no less than 1 m (3 ft 4 in.) from the subject. Particular care should be observed when photographing infants.

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.

Follow the instructions of airline and hospital personnel

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.

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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

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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

Notice for Customers in Canada

CAN ICES-3 B / NMB-3 B

Notice for Customers in Europe

This symbol indicates that electrical and electronic equipment 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.

• Separate collection and recycling helps conserve natural resources and prevent negative consequences for human health and the environment that might result from incorrect disposal.

• For more information, contact the retailer or the local authorities in charge of waste management.

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This symbol on the batteries indicates that the batteries are 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

Introduction ................................................... ii

Read This First ....................................................... ii

Introduction

Attaching the Camera Strap............................... ii

About This Manual ................................................... ii

Information and Precautions ............................ iv

For Your Safety ................................................... vii

WARNINGS .................................................................. vii

Notices.................................................................... xi

Parts of the Camera ..................................... 1

The Camera Body................................................. 1

The Monitor ........................................................... 3

Shooting Mode .......................................................... 3

Playback Mode ........................................................... 5

Preparing for Shooting............................... 6

Insert the Batteries and Memory Card ......... 6

Applicable Batteries................................................. 7

Removing the Batteries or Memory Card

Internal Memory and Memory Cards............ 8

Turn the Camera On and Set the Display

Language, Date, and Time................................ 9

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Using the Camera ...................................... 13

Shooting with Scene Auto Selector Mode

Using the Zoom ...................................................... 15

The Shutter-release Button .............................. 15

Play Back Images............................................... 17

Delete Images .................................................... 18

Using the Flash and Self-timer ..................... 20

Shooting Features ..................................... 21

Changing the Shooting Mode ..................... 21

Recording and Playing Back Movies .......... 23

Using the Menus ........................................ 25

Connecting the Camera to a TV,

Computer, or Printer................................. 27

Connection Methods....................................... 27

Transferring Images to a Computer

... 8

(ViewNX-i) ............................................................ 29

Installing ViewNX-i................................................. 29

Transferring Images to a Computer............ 30

... 13

Reference Section ................................. E1

x (Scene Auto Selector) Mode.............. E3

Scene Mode

(Shooting Suited to Scenes)..................... E4

Tips and Notes ................................................... E5

Special Effects Mode

(Applying Effects When Shooting) ........ E7

Smart Portrait Mode

(Capturing Images of Smiling Faces) .... E8

A (Auto) Mode ......................................... E10

Functions That Can Be Set Using the Multi

Selector.......................................................... E11

Using the Flash ............................................... E11

Using the Self-timer..................................... E14

Using Macro Mode....................................... E15

Adjusting Brightness

(Exposure Compensation)....................... E16

Default Settings.............................................. E17

Functions That Cannot Be Used

Simultaneously ........................................... E19

Focusing........................................................ E20

Using Face Detection ................................. E20

Using Skin Softening................................... E21

Subjects Not Suitable for Autofocus

Focus Lock......................................................... E22

Playback Zoom ........................................... E23

Thumbnail Playback, Calendar Display

... E21

... E24

Editing Still Images.................................... E25

Before Editing Images ................................ E25

Quick Effects:

Changing Hue or Mood ............................ E26

D-Lighting: Enhancing Brightness and Contrast Skin Softening:

Softening Skin Tones................................... E28

Small Picture:

Reducing the Size of an Image............. E29

Crop: Creating a Cropped Copy........... E30

Connecting the Camera to a TV

(Viewing Images on a TV)........................ E31

Connecting the Camera to a Printer

(Direct Print)................................................. E32

Connecting the Camera to a Printer

Printing Individual Images ....................... E33

Printing Multiple Images .......................... E35

Recording Movies ...................................... E37

Playing Back Movies.................................. E39

Options Available in the Shooting Menus The Shooting Menu

(for A (Auto) Mode)................................ E42

Image Mode Settings

(Image Size and Quality) ........................... E42

White Balance (Adjusting Hue)............. E 44

Continuous Shooting ................................. E46

ISO Sensitivity................................................... E47

... E27

... E32

... E41

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The Smart Portrait Menu......................... E48

Skin Softening ................................................. E48

Smile Timer ....................................................... E48

Blink Proof.......................................................... E49

The Playback Menu ................................... E50

Introduction

Slide Show......................................................... E50

Protect.................................................................. E51

Rotate Image.................................................... E53

Copy (Copy Between Internal Memory

and Memory Card) ....................................... E54

The Movie Menu ........................................ E55

Movie Options................................................. E55

Autofocus Mode............................................ E56

The Setup Menu ......................................... E57

Time Zone and Date ................................... E57

Monitor Settings ............................................ E60

Date Stamp....................................................... E62

Electronic VR .................................................... E63

Sound Settings ............................................... E64

Auto Off............................................................... E64

Format Memory/Format Card............... E65

Language ........................................................... E65

Video Mode ...................................................... E65

Reset All............................................................... E66

Battery Type...................................................... E66

Firmware Version........................................... E67

Error Messages............................................ E68

File Names .................................................... E71

Optional Accessories ................................ E72

Technical Notes and Index .................. F1

Caring for the Product.................................. F2

The Camera ............................................................ F2

Batteries.................................................................... F4

Memory Cards ...................................................... F6

Cleaning and Storage................................... F7

Cleaning ................................................................... F7

Storage...................................................................... F7

Troubleshooting ............................................ F8

Specifications ............................................... F15

Applicable Memory Cards ......................... F19

Index................................................................ F21

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Parts of the Camera

Lens cover closed

1 Shutter-release button.................................... 14

Zoom control........................................................ 15

f : wide-angle............................................... 15

g : telephoto.................................................. 15

h: thumbnail playback...........17, E24

i : playback zoom...................... 17, E23

j : help ........................................................E4

3 Power switch/power-on lamp ......................9

4 Self-timer lamp.............................................E14

5 Flash ........................................................... 20, E11

6 Lens cover

7 Microphone................................................... E37

8 Lens

Power connector cover (for connection

with optional AC adapter).................... E72

10 Eyelet for camera strap .......................................ii

The Camera Body

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Parts of the Camera

1 Flash lamp.......................................................E13

2 b (e movie-record) button .....23, E37

(shooting mode) button

.................21, E3, E4, E7, E8, E10

4 c (playback) button.......................................17

5 Multi selector......................................................... 25

6 k (apply selection) button ......................... 25

7 d (menu) button.......................................... 25

8 l (delete) button ...............................................18

Battery-chamber/

memory card slot cover.....................................6

10 USB/audio/video output connector.......27

11 Connector cover..................................................27

12 Tripod socket .................................................. F17

13 Speaker............................................................. E39

14 Monitor.........................................................................3

2 3

4 5

6 7 8

The Monitor

PR E

9 99

2 9m 0 s

F 3.2

1 /2 5 0

9 99

9 99 9

+1.0

The information that is displayed changes depending on the camera’s settings and state of use.

By default, information is displayed when the camera is first turned on and when you operate the camera, and turns off after a few seconds (when Photo info is set to Auto info in

Monitor settings (A 25, E60) in the setup menu).

Shooting Mode

PRE

25 24

28 27

1/250

F3.2

151617

+1.0

29m 0s

999

9 10

999

9999

Parts of the Camera

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Parts of the Camera

1 Shooting mode.................................................... 21

2 Flash mode.............................................20, E11

3 Macro mode ..........................................20, E15

4 Zoom indicator....................................15, E15

5 Focus indicator.....................................................14

6 Movie options...............................................E55

7 Image mode ..................................................E42

8 Electronic VR icon.......................................E63

9 Exposure compensation value ...20, E16

Movie recording time remaining

........................................................................23, E37

Number of exposures remaining

(still images) ........................................................... 11

12 Internal memory indicator............................11

13 Focus area............................................................... 14

Focus area (face detection,

pet detection)............................14, E6, E8

15 Aperture value...................................................... 15

16 Shutter speed........................................................ 15

17 ISO sensitivity................................................ E47

18 Battery level indicator ......................................11

19 Date stamp .................................................... E62

20 “Date not set” indicator .....................9, E57

21 Travel destination icon ........................... E57

22 White balance mode ............................... E44

23 Skin softening............................................... E48

Continuous shooting mode

................................................................. E6, E46

25 Blink proof icon ........................................... E49

26 Self-timer indicator ........................... 20, E14

27 Smile timer ..................................................... E48

28 Pet portrait auto release ...........................E6

Playback Mode

999/999

999 9/999 9

29m

9 99 9 . JP G

1 5/ 1 1 /2 0 16 12 : 0 0

9 99 / 9 99

1 Protect icon....................................................E51

2 Skin softening icon ....................................E28

3 Quick effects icon .......................................E26

4 D-Lighting icon............................................E27

5 Internal memory indicator...............................8

Current image number/ total number of images

7 Movie length

8 Volume indicator ........................................E39

9 Image mode ..................................................E42

10 Movie options ...................................... 23, E55

11 Small picture icon...................................... E29

12 Crop icon.........................................E23, E30

13 Movie playback guide..................... 23, E39

14 Quick effects guide ........................... 17, E26

15 Shooting date and time.....................................9

16 Battery level indicator ......................................11

17 File number and type.............................. E71

1234 5

999/999

9999/9999

m 0s

29m

Parts of the Camera

9999.JPG

15/11/2016 12:00

1112

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Memory card slot

Insert the Batteries and Memory Card

1 Open the battery-chamber/memory card slot

cover.

• Hold the camera upside down to prevent the batteries from

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falling out.

2 Insert the batteries and memory

card.

• Confirm that the positive (+) and negative (–) battery terminals are oriented correctly and insert the batteries.

• Confirm the correct orientation and slide the memory card in until it clicks into place.

B Be Careful to Insert the Memory

Card in Correct Direction

Inserting the memory card upside down or backwards could damage the camera and the memory card.

3 Close the battery-chamber/memory card slot

cover.

Applicable Batteries

Batteries with insulation that does not cover the area around the negative terminal

Batteries with peeling Batteries with a flat

negative terminal

• Two LR6/L40 (AA-size) alkaline batteries (included batteries)*

• Two FR6/L91 (AA-size) lithium batteries

• Two EN-MH2 rechargeable Ni-MH (nickel metal hydride) batteries

* Performance of alkaline batteries may vary greatly depending on the brand. Although the

batteries are described as being "included" in this manual, the batteries may not be included depending on the country or region in which the camera was purchased.

B Notes About the Batteries

• Do not combine old and new batteries or batteries of different makes or types.

• Batteries with the following defects cannot be used:

B Formatting Memory Cards

The first time you insert a memory card that has been used in another device into this camera, make sure to format it with this camera. Insert the card into the camera, press the d button, and select Format card (A 25, E65) in the setup menu.

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Removing the Batteries or Memory Card

Turn the camera off and make sure that the power-on lamp and the monitor have turned off, and then open the battery-chamber/ memory card slot cover.

Gently push the memory card into the camera (1) to partially eject the card (2).

B High Temperature Caution

The camera, batteries, and memory card may be hot immediately after using the camera.

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Internal Memory and Memory Cards

Camera data, including images and movies, can be saved either in the camera’s internal memory or on a memory card. To use the camera’s internal memory, first remove the memory card.

Turn the Camera On and Set the Display Language,

Yes

Cancel

Choose time zone and set date and time?

Date, and Time

When the camera is turned on for the first time, the language-selection screen and the date and time setting screen for the camera clock are displayed.

• If you exit without setting the date and time, O will flash when the shooting screen is

displayed.

1 Press the power switch to turn on the camera.

• The monitor turns on when the camera is turned on.

• To turn the camera off, press the power switch again.

2 Use the multi selector HI to select

the desired language and press the k button.

3 Use HI to select Yes and press the k

button.

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Language

Cancel

4 Use JK to select your home time

Date and time

2016 00 00

MDhm

Edit

01 01

Press this button in shooting mode for shooting-mode selection menu.

Edit

Date and time

zone and press the k button.

• Press H to turn on daylight saving time (W is displayed above the map). Press I to turn it off.

London, Casablanca

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5 Use HI to select the date format and press the k button. 6 Set the date and time, and press the

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k button.

• Use JK to select a field and then use HI to set the date and time.

• Select the minute field and press the k button to confirm the setting.

7 When the confirmation screen is displayed, use HI to select Yes and

press the k button.

8 Press the A (shooting mode) button.

1 90 0

1 5m 0s

Battery level

indicator

Number of exposures

remaining

Shooting screen

Shooting

mode icon

9 Use HI to select Scene auto selector and

press the k button.

• The camera enters the shooting mode and you can take images in Scene auto selector mode.

• While shooting, you can check the battery level indicator and the number of exposures remaining.

- Battery level indicator

b: The battery level is high. B: The battery level is low. Prepare to

replace the batteries.

- Number of exposures remaining

The number of images that can be taken is displayed. C is displayed when no memory card is inserted in the camera, and images are saved in the internal memory.

Scene auto selector

15m 0s

1900

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C The Auto Off Function

• If you do not operate the camera for about 30 seconds, the monitor turns off, the camera enters standby mode, and the power-on lamp flashes. The camera turns off after about three minutes in standby mode.

• The amount of time until the camera enters standby mode can be changed using the Auto off setting (A 25, E64) in the setup menu.

• While the camera is in standby mode, the monitor turns back on if you perform any of the following operations:

➝ Press the power switch, shutter-release button, A (shooting mode) button, c (playback)

button, or b (e movie-record) button

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C Changing the Language Setting and the Date and Time Setting

• You can change these settings using the Language and Time zone and date settings in the

z setup menu (A 25).

• You can enable or disable daylight saving time in the z setup menu by selecting Time zone and date followed by Time zone. Press the multi selector K and then H to enable daylight saving

time and move the clock forward one hour, or I to disable daylight saving time and move the clock back one hour.

C The Clock Battery

• The camera’s clock is powered by a built-in backup battery. The backup battery is charged when the main batteries are inserted into the camera or when the camera is connected to an optional AC adapter, and it can run the clock for several days after about ten hours of charging.

• If the camera’s backup battery becomes exhausted, the date and time setting screen is displayed when the camera is turned on. Set the date and time again. See step 3 (A 9) of “Turn the Camera On and Set the Display Language, Date, and Time” for more information.

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