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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Introduction
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
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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).
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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
B
C
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.
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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.
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For Your Safety
To prevent damage to your Nikon product or injury to yourself or to others, read
the following safety precautions in their entirety before using this equipment.
Keep these safety instructions where all those who use the product will read them.
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
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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
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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
2
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
9
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
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Parts of the Camera
1 Flash lamp.......................................................E13
2 b (e movie-record) button .....23, E37
3
A
(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
9
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
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The Monitor
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AF
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
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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
10
Movie recording time remaining
........................................................................23, E37
11
Number of exposures remaining
(still images) ........................................................... 11
12 Internal memory indicator............................11
13 Focus area............................................................... 14
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
24
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
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1 Protect icon....................................................E51
2 Skin softening icon ....................................E28
3 Quick effects icon .......................................E26
4 D-Lighting icon............................................E27
5 Internal memory indicator...............................8
6
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
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Preparing for Shooting
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
Preparing for Shooting
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.
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2
1
1
2
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.
Preparing for Shooting
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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.
Preparing for Shooting
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.
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8
Turn the Camera On and Set the Display Language,
Yes
No
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.
Preparing for Shooting
Language
Cancel
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4 Use JK to select your home time
Date and time
2016 00 00
MDhm
Edit
01 01
Y
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.
10
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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