Nikon COOLPIX B500 Quick Start Guide

DIGITAL CAMERA

Quick Start Guide

For Smart Device Users ii

Introduction iv

Parts of the Camera 1

Getting Started

Basic Shooting and Playback Operations 12

Other Functions 17

Technical Notes 22

• Read this manual thoroughly before using the camera.

• To ensure proper use of the camera, be sure to read “For Your Safety” (page viii).

• After reading this manual, keep it in a readily accessible place for future reference.

Your images. The world. Connected

For Smart Device Users

COOLPIX B500 Model Name: N1516

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

Android available free from the website (http:// snapbridge.nikon.com), Apple App Store® and Google Play

For the latest information on SnapBridge, visit the Nikon website for your area (Avi).

operating system. The app is

For Smart Device Users

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

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Introduction

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

Read This First

Thank you for purchasing the Nikon COOLPIX B500 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

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Nikon User Support

Should you need technical support, we offer a number of options.

Internet

For customers in the United States: www.nikonusa.com For customers in Canada: www.nikon.ca (English), fr.nikon.ca (Français) For customers in Mexico: www.nikon.com.mx For customers in Brazil: www.nikon.com.br

Telephone

For customers in the United States: 1-800-NIKON-US (1-800-645-6687) For customers in Canada: 1-877-534-9910 For customers in Mexico: 001-888-565-5452 For customers in Brazil: 0800-886-4566 (0800-88 NIKON)

Confirming the Package Contents

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

COOLPIX B500 Digital Camera

LC-CP31 Lens Cap (with cord)

Quick Start Guide (this manual)

* The included batteries are for trial use only.

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.

Camera Strap LR6/L40 (AA-size)

UC-E16 USB Cable

Warranty

alkaline batteries (×4)*

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 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, and AC adapters) certified by Nikon specifically for use with this Nikon digital camera are engineered and proven to operate within the operational and safety requirements of this electronic circuitry.

THE USE OF NON-NIKON ELECTRONIC ACCESSORIES COULD DAMAGE THE CAMERA AND

MAY VOID YOUR

For more information about Nikon brand accessories, contact a local authorized Nikon dealer.

Before Taking Important Pictures

Before taking pictures on important occasions (such as at weddings or before taking the camera on a trip), take a test shot to ensure that the camera is functioning normally. Nikon will not be held liable for damages or lost profits that may result from product malfunction.

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.

• 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, make sure to reset all of the camera’s settings in Reset all in the setup menu (A20). After resetting, erase all data in the device using commercial deletion software, or format the device in Format memory or Format card in the setup menu (A20), 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 d button M z menu icon M Conformity marking M k button

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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.

Failure to observe the precautions marked

DANGER

WARNING

CAUTION

• 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 batteries 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.

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.

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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 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 batteries 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 the 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 Batteries

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

- Do not attempt to recharge non-rechargeable batteries.

- 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.

• Recharge all EN-MH2 rechargeable batteries in each pack of four simultaneously. 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 Batteries

• Do not remove or damage the battery casing. Never use batteries with damaged casing. Failure to observe this precaution could result in the batteries leaking, overheating, rupturing, or catching fire.

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

• Do not immerse this product 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-MH2 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.

• Insert batteries in the correct orientation. Do not mix old and new batteries or batteries of different types. 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.

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• 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

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1211

Zoom control

f : Wide-angle

g : Telephoto

h : Thumbnail playback

i : Playback zoom

Shutter-release button

Power swit ch/power-on lamp

Mode dial

Flash

m (flash pop-up) button

N-Mark (NFC antenna)

Side zoom control

q (snap-back zoom) button

Monitor

s (display) button

Flash lamp

b (e movie-record) button

c (playback) button

Multi selector

k (apply selection) button

l (delete) button

d (menu) button

The Camera Body

Parts of the Camera

Getting Started

Attach the strap at two places.

How to Attach the Camera Strap and Lens Cap

Attach the lens cap to the camera strap, and then attach the strap to the camera.

B Lens Cap

• When the camera is not in use, attach the lens cap to the lens to protect it.

• If you turn on the camera without removing the lens cap, the message “Turn the camera

off and then on again.” is displayed. Remove the lens cap, and turn the camera off and then on again.

Getting Started

Inserting the Batteries and Memory Card

Memory card slot

• Hold the camera upside down to prevent the batteries from falling out, confirm that the positive (+) and negative (–) terminals of the batteries are oriented correctly, and insert the batteries.

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

• Be careful not to insert the batteries or memory card upside-down or backward, as

this could cause a malfunction.

• When closing the cover, slide it while securely holding down the area marked 7.

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 d button, and select Format card in

the setup menu (A20).

Applicable Batteries

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

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

• Four EN-MH2 Rechargeable Ni-MH (nickel metal hydride) batteries

EN-MH1 Rechargeable Ni-MH batteries cannot be used.

Getting Started

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