Nikon Coolpix A300 User Manual

DIGITAL CAMERA

Quick Start Guide

For Smart Device Users	ii
Introduction	iv	En
Parts of the Camera	1
Getting Started	2
Basic Shooting and Playback Operations	12
Other Functions	17
Technical Notes	21

For Smart Device Users

Your images. The world. Connected

Welcome to SnapBridge — Nikon’s new family of services to enrich your image experience. SnapBridge eliminates the barrier between

your camera and compatible smart device, through a combination of Bluetooth® low energy (BLE) technology and a dedicated app. The

stories you capture with your Nikon camera and lenses are automatically transferred to the device as they are taken. They can even be uploaded effortlessly to cloud storage services, inviting access across all your devices. You can share your excitement, when and where you want.

Download the SnapBridge app to get started!

	Take advantage of the wide-ranging
	convenience by downloading the
	SnapBridge app onto your smart device
	now. Through a few simple steps, this
	app connects your Nikon cameras with a
	compatible iPhone®, iPad® and/or iPod
	touch® or smart devices running on the
	AndroidTM operating system. The app is
	available free from the website (http://
	snapbridge.nikon.com), Apple App
	Store® and Google PlayTM.
	For the latest information on SnapBridge,
	visit the Nikon website for your area (Avi).
COOLPIX A300 Model Name: N1517
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The exciting image experience that SnapBridge offers…

Automatic picture transfer from camera to smart device thanks to the constant connection between the two devices — making online photo sharing easier than ever

Upload of photos and thumbnail images to the

NIKON IMAGE SPACE cloud service

A range of services that enriches your imaging life, including:

• Camera remote control

• Imprinting up to two pieces of credit information (e.g. copyright, comments, text and logos) on pictures

• Automatic update of camera’s date and time info and location info

• Receive camera’s firmware updates

For Smart Device Users	iii

Introduction

Read This First

Thank you for purchasing the Nikon COOLPIX A300 digital camera.

Downloading the “Reference Manual”

The Reference Manual (PDF format) provides more details in various languages on how to use this camera. Use your smart device or computer to refer to it along with this manual. Download the Reference Manual from our Download Center at the URL below.

•The Reference Manual can be viewed using Adobe PDF Reader, iBooks, or other software. Adobe PDF reader can be downloaded from the Adobe website.

Downloading “ViewNX-i”

ViewNX-i is free software that enables you to transfer images and movies to your computer for viewing and editing. Download the software from our Download Center at the URL below.

Visit Our Download Center

Visit the website below to download the Reference Manual and software for this camera.

http://downloadcenter.nikonimglib.com

Scan this image with your smart device’s QR code reader.

Nikon User Support

Visit the site below to register your camera and keep up-to-date with the latest product information. You will find answers to frequently asked questions (FAQs) and can contact us for technical assistance.

http://www.europe-nikon.com/support

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Confirming the Package Contents

In the event that any items are missing, please contact the store where you purchased the camera.

COOLPIX A300	Camera Strap	EN-EL19 Rechargeable
Digital Camera		Li-ion Battery

EH-72P Charging AC	UC-E16 USB Cable
Adapter*
Quick Start Guide (this	Warranty (printed on the back cover of this manual)
manual)

*A plug adapter is included if the camera was purchased in a country or region that

requires a plug adapter. The shape of the plug adapter varies with the country or region of purchase (A4).

NOTE: A memory card is not included with the camera. SD, SDHC, and SDXC memory cards are referred to as “memory cards” in this manual.

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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 websites:

•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 websites 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 website 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 USB 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 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.

Holographic seal: Identifies this device as an authentic Nikon product.

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.

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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.

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

•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).

Comply with Copyright Notices

Under copyright law, photographs or recordings of copyrighted works made with the camera can not be used without the permission of the copyright holder. Exceptions apply to personal use, but note that even personal use may be restricted in the case of photographs or recordings of exhibits or live performances.

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, be sure to perform Reset all in the setup menu (A19) to reset camera settings. After that, erase all data using commercial deletion software or perform Format card/Format memory in the setup menu to format the device, then completely refill it with images containing no private information (for example, images of empty sky).

Care should be taken to avoid injury or damage to property when physically destroying memory cards.

Conformity Marking

Follow the procedure below to display some of the conformity markings that the camera complies with.

Press the dbutton Mzmenu icon MConformity marking Mkbutton

Introduction vii

For Your Safety

To prevent damage to property or injury to yourself or to others, read “For Your Safety” in its entirety before using this product.

Keep these safety instructions where all those who use this product will read them.

DANGER

WARNING

CAUTION

Failure to observe the precautions marked with this icon carries a high risk of death or severe injury.

Failure to observe the precautions marked with this icon could result in death or severe injury.

Failure to observe the precautions marked with this icon could result in injury or property damage.

WARNING

•Do not use while walking or operating a motor vehicle. Failure to observe this precaution could result in accidents or other injury.

•Do not disassemble or modify this product. Do not touch internal parts that become exposed as the result of a fall or other accident. Failure to observe these precautions could result in electric shock or other injury.

•Should you notice any abnormalities such as the product producing smoke, heat, or unusual odors, immediately disconnect the battery or power source. Continued operation could result in fire, burns or other injury.

•Keep dry. Do not handle with wet hands. Do not handle the plug with wet hands. Failure to observe these precautions could result in fire or electric shock.

•Do not let your skin remain in prolonged contact with this product while it is on or plugged in. Failure to observe this precaution could result in low-temperature burns.

•Do not use this product in the presence of flammable dust or gas such as propane, gasoline or aerosols. Failure to observe this precaution could result in explosion or fire.

•Do not aim the flash at the operator of a motor vehicle. Failure to observe this precaution could result in accidents.

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•Keep this product out of reach of children. Failure to observe this precaution could result in injury or product malfunction. In addition, note that small parts constitute a choking hazard. Should a child swallow any part of this product, seek immediate medical attention.

•Do not entangle, wrap or twist the straps around your neck. Failure to observe this precaution could result in accidents.

•Do not use batteries, chargers, or AC adapters not specifically designated for use with this product. When using batteries, chargers, and AC adapters designated for use with this product, do not:

-Damage, modify, forcibly tug or bend the cords or cables, place them under heavy objects, or expose them to heat or flame.

-Use travel converters or adapters designed to convert from one voltage to another or with DC-to-AC inverters.

Failure to observe these precautions could result in fire or electric shock.

•Do not handle the plug when charging the product or using the AC adapter during thunderstorms. Failure to observe this precaution could result in electric shock.

•Do not handle with bare hands in locations exposed to extremely high or low temperatures. Failure to observe this precaution could result in burns, or frostbite.

CAUTION

•Turn this product off when its use is prohibited. Disable wireless features when the use of wireless equipment is prohibited. The radio-frequency emissions produced by this product could interfere with equipment onboard aircraft or in hospitals or other medical facilities.

•Remove the battery and disconnect the AC adapter if this product will not be used for an extended period. Failure to observe this precaution could result in fire or product malfunction.

•Do not touch moving parts of the lens or other moving parts. Failure to observe this precaution could result in injury.

•Do not fire the flash in contact with or in close proximity to the skin or objects. Failure to observe this precaution could result in burns or fire.

•Do not leave product where it will be exposed to extremely high temperatures, for an extended period such as in an enclosed automobile or in direct sunlight. Failure to observe this precaution could result in fire or product malfunction.

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DANGER for Rechargeable Batteries

•Do not mishandle batteries. Failure to observe the following precautions could result in the batteries leaking, overheating, rupturing, or catching fire:

-Use only rechargeable batteries approved for use in this product.

-Do not expose batteries to flame or excessive heat.

-Do not disassemble.

-Do not short circuit the terminals by touching them to necklaces, hairpins, or other metal objects.

-Do not expose batteries or the products in which they are inserted to powerful physical shocks.

•Do not attempt to recharge the EN-EL19 rechargeable batteries by using a camera or charger that is not specifically designed to recharge the EN-EL19. Failure to observe this precaution could result in the batteries leaking, overheating, rupturing, or catching fire.

•If battery liquid comes into contact with the eyes, rinse with plenty of clean water and seek immediate medical attention. Delaying action could result in eye injuries.

WARNING for Rechargeable Batteries

•Keep batteries out of reach of children. Should a child swallow a battery, seek immediate medical attention.

•Do not immerse batteries in water or expose to rain. Failure to observe this precaution could result in fire or product malfunction. Immediately dry the product with a towel or similar object should it become wet.

•Discontinue use immediately should you notice any changes in the batteries, such as discoloration or deformation. Cease charging EN-EL19 rechargeable batteries if they do not charge in the specified period of time. Failure to observe this precaution could result in the batteries leaking, overheating, rupturing, or catching fire.

•Prior to disposal, insulate battery terminals with tape. Overheating, rupture, or fire may result should metal objects come into contact with the terminals. Recycle or dispose of batteries in accord with local regulations.

•If battery liquid comes into contact with a person’s skin or clothing, immediately rinse the affected area with plenty of clean water. Failure to observe this precaution could result in skin irritation.

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Parts of the Camera

The Camera Body

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1 2 3 4 5

6 7

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1Shutter-release button

Zoom control f: Wide-angle

2g: Telephoto

h: Thumbnail playback i: Playback zoom

3Power switch/power-on lamp

4Flash

Self-timer lamp

5AF-assist illuminator

6Connector cover

7Eyelet for camera strap

Power connector cover (for

8connection with optional AC adapter)

9N-Mark (NFC antenna)

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Charge lamp Flash lamp

b(emovie-record) button

A(shooting mode) button c(playback) button

Multi selector

k(apply selection) button l(delete) button

d(menu) button Monitor

Parts of the Camera	1

Getting Started

How to Attach the Camera Strap

2Getting Started

Inserting the Battery and Memory Card

Battery latch Memory card slot

•With the battery’s positive and negative terminals oriented correctly, move the orange battery latch (3), and fully insert the battery (4).

•Slide the memory card in until it clicks into place (5).

•Be careful not to insert the battery or memory card upside-down or backward, as this could cause a malfunction.

B Formatting a Memory Card

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.

•Note that formatting a memory card permanently deletes all images and other data on the memory card. Be sure to make copies of any images you wish to keep before formatting the memory card.

•Insert the memory card into the camera, press the dbutton, and select Format card in the setup menu (A19).

Removing the Battery or Memory Card

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

•Move the battery latch to eject the battery.

•Gently push the memory card into the camera to partially eject the memory card.

•Be careful when handling the camera, battery, and memory card immediately after using the camera, as they may be hot.

Memory Cards and Internal Memory

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

Getting Started	3

Charging the Battery

Charging AC Adapter

Electrical outlet

Charge lamp

USB cable (included)

If a plug adapter* is included with your camera, securely connect it to the Charging AC Adapter. Once the two are connected, attempting to forcibly remove the plug adapter could damage the product.

*The shape of the plug adapter varies according to the country or region in which the camera was purchased. This step can be omitted if the plug adapter comes permanently bonded to the Charging AC Adapter.

•Charging starts when the camera is connected to an electrical outlet while the battery is inserted, as shown in the illustration. The charge lamp slowly flashes while the battery is charging.

•When charging is complete, the charge lamp turns off. Unplug the Charging AC Adapter from the electrical outlet, and disconnect the USB cable.

Charging time is about 2 hours and 40 minutes for a fully exhausted battery.

•The battery cannot be charged when the charge lamp quickly flashes, possibly due to one of the reasons described below.

-The ambient temperature is not suited to charging.

-The USB cable or Charging AC Adapter is not properly connected.

-The battery is damaged.

4Getting Started