Nikon COOLPIX P900 Quick Start Guide

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Quick Start Guide

DIGITAL CAMERA

Introduction 2

Parts of the Camera 6

Preparing for Shooting 7

Basic Shooting and Playback Operations 14

Other Functions 22

Technical Notes 26

Introduction

Read This First

To get the most from this Nikon product, be sure to read “For Your Safety”
(A39-42), “<Important> Notes About Location Data Functions (GPS/
GLONASS)” (A44) and “Wi-Fi (Wireless LAN Network)” (A45), and all other
instructions thoroughly and keep them where they will be read by all who use
the camera.

• If you want to start using the camera right away, see “Preparing for

Shooting” (A7) and “Basic Shooting and Playback Operations” (A14).

Downloading the “Reference Manual”

The Reference Manual (PDF format) provides more details in various languages
on how to use this camera. Download the Reference Manual from the Nikon
website and refer to it along with this manual.

http://nikonimglib.com/manual/

• The Reference Manual can be viewed using Adobe Reader, available for free
download from the Adobe website.

Downloading Free Software

ViewNX-i, which enables you to transfer images and movies to your computer
for viewing, and Capture NX-D, which enables you to fine-tune pictures
captured with the camera, are available for download from the following
websites.

ViewNX-i: http://nikonimglib.com/nvnxi/
Capture NX-D: http://nikonimglib.com/ncnxd/

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)

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Introduction

Confirming the Package Contents

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

COOLPIX P900
Digital Camera

EN-EL23 Rechargeable
Li-ion Battery

Quick Start Guide (this manual) Warranty

* 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 (A9).

Camera Strap LC-67 Lens Cap

EH-71P or EH-73P
Charging AC Adapter*

UC-E21 USB Cable

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.

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

• For users in Asia, Oceania, and the Middle East: 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/

Introduction

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Use Only Nikon Brand Electronic Accessories

Holographic seal: Identifies this

device as an authentic Nikon product.

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 DAMAG E THE CAMERA

AND MAY VOID YOUR
The use of third-party rechargeable Li-ion batteries not bearing the Nikon

holographic seal could interfere with normal operation of the camera or result in the
batteries overheating, igniting, rupturing, or leaking.

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

Before Taking Important Pictures

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

About the Manuals

• No part of the manuals included with this product may be reproduced,

transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any
language in any form, by any means, without Nikon’s prior written permission.

• Illustrations and monitor 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).

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.

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Introduction

NIKON WARRANTY.

• Items prohibited by law from being copied or reproduced

Do not copy or reproduce paper money, coins, securities, gove rnment bonds or local
government bonds, even if such copies or reproductions are stamped “Sample.” The
copying or reproduction of paper money, coins, or securities which are circulated in a
foreign country is prohibited. Unless the prior permission of the government was
obtained, the copying or reproduction of unused postage stamps or post cards
issued by the government is prohibited.

The copying or reproduction of stamps issued by the government and of certified
documents stipulated by law is prohibited.

• Cautions on certain copies and reproductions

The government has issued cautions on copies or reproductions of securities issued
by private companies (shares, bills, checks, gift certificates, etc.), commuter passes, or
coupon tickets, except when a minimum of necessary copies are to be provided for
business use by a company. Also, do not copy or reproduce passports issued by the
government, licenses issued by public agencies and private groups, ID cards and
tickets, such as passes and meal coupons.

• Comply with copyright notices

The copying or reproduction of copyrighted creative works such as books, music,
paintings, woodcut prints, maps, drawings, movies, and photographs is governed by
national and international copyright laws. Do not use this product for the purpose of
making illegal copies or to infringe copyright laws.

Disposing of Data Storage Devices

Please note that deleting images or formatting data storage devices such as memory
cards does not completely erase the original image data. Deleted files can
sometimes be recovered from discarded storage devices using commercially
available software, potentially resulting in the malicious use of personal image data.
Ensuring the privacy of such data is the user’s responsibility.

Before discarding a data storage device or transferring ownership to another person,
erase all data using commercial deletion software, or format the device, set Record
location data to Off in Location data options, and 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
data storage devices.

For the COOLPIX P900, the log data saved on the memory card is handled in the
same way as other data. To erase the log data that is obtained but not stored on the
memory card, select Create log ➝ End log ➝ Erase log.

To delete the Wi-Fi settings, select Restore default settings in the Wi-Fi options
menu (A22).

Introduction

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Parts of the Camera

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1

Power switch/power-on lamp
(charge lamp)

2 w (function) button

3 Mode dial

4 Flash

5 N-Mark (NFC antenna)

6 Shutter-release button

7

Zoom control

f :wide-angle

g :telephoto

h : thumbnail playback

i : playback zoom

8 p (snap-back zoom) button

9 Side zoom control

10 m (flash pop-up) button

11 Diopter adjustment control

12 Electronic viewfinder

13 Eye sensor
14 x (monitor) button
15 s (display) button
16 b (e movie-record) button

17 Command dial

18 Monitor
19 q (Wi-Fi) button
20 c (playback) button
21 d (menu) button
22 l (delete) button
23 k (apply selection) button

24

Rotary multi selector
(multi selector)

The Camera Body

Parts of the Camera

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Preparing for Shooting

Attach the strap at two places.

How to Attach the Camera Strap and Lens
Cap

B Lens Cap

At times when you are not shooting images, attach the lens cap to the lens to
protect it.

Preparing for Shooting

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Insert 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. Insert the memory
card into the camera, press the d button, and select Format card in the
setup menu (A22).

Removing the Battery or Memory Card

Turn the camera off and make sure that the power-on lamp and monitor 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 become hot.

Preparing for Shooting

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Charge the Battery

Power-on lamp (charge lamp)

Electrical outlet

USB cable (included)

Charging AC Adapter

1 With the battery installed, connect the camera to an

electrical outlet.

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.

• The power-on lamp (charge lamp) slowly flashes green to indicate that the
battery is charging.

• When charging is complete, the power-on lamp turns off. It takes about
3 hours and 40 minutes to charge a fully exhausted battery.

• The battery cannot be charged when the power-on lamp quickly flashes
green, 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.

2 Disconnect the charging AC adapter from the electrical

outlet and then disconnect the USB cable.

Preparing for Shooting

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B Notes About the USB Cable

• Do not use a USB cable other than the UC-E21. Using a USB cable other than the
UC-E21 could result in overheating, fire or electric shock.

• Make sure that the plugs are properly oriented. Do not insert or remove the plugs
at an angle when connecting or disconnecting them.

B Notes About Charging the Battery

Do not, under any circumstances, use another make or model of AC adapter other
than the EH-71P/EH-73P Charging AC Adapter, and do not use a commercially
available USB-AC adapter or a battery charger for a mobile phone. Failure to observe
this precaution could result in overheating or in damage to the camera.

C Charging Using a Computer or Battery Charger

• You can also charge the battery by connecting the camera to a computer.

• You can use the MH-67P Battery Charger (available separately) to charge the

battery without using the camera.

Preparing for Shooting

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Opening and Adjusting the Angle of the
Monitor

Changing the orientation of the monitor is useful when shooting with the
camera in a high or a low position, or when taking selfies.
For normal shooting, fold the monitor against the camera body with the screen
facing out (3).

When you are not using or carrying the
camera, fold the monitor against the
camera body with the screen facing inward
to prevent scratches or contamination.

B Notes About the Monitor

When moving the monitor, do not apply excessive force and turn slowly within the
monitor’s adjustable range so that the connection will not be damaged.

Preparing for Shooting

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Turn the Camera On and Set the Display
Language, 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.

1 Press the power switch to

turn on the camera.

• The monitor turns 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.

Language

Български

Čeština

Dansk

Deutsch

English

Español

Cancel

3 Select Yes and press the k button.

4 Select your home time

zone and press the k
button.

• Press H to display W

above the map and enable
daylight saving time. Press
I to disable it.

New York, Toronto, Lima

Back

5 Use HI to select the date format and press the k button.

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6 Set the date and time, and press

the k button.

• Use J K 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.

Date and time

M D Y h m

15201511 15 10

Edit

7 When the confirmation dialog is displayed, use HI to

select Ye s and press the k button.

• When settings are finished, the lens extends.

C Changing the Language or the Date and Time Setting

• You can change these settings using the Language and Time zone and date
settings in the z setup menu (A22).

• You can enable or disable daylight saving time in the z setup menu by selecting
Time zone and date followed by Time zone. Enabling day light saving time

moves the clock forward one hour, and disabling it moves the clock back one hour.

C The Clock Battery

• The camera’s clock is powered by a built-in backup battery.
The backup battery charges when the main battery is 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 10 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
(A12).

Preparing for Shooting

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Basic Shooting and Playback

1/2 50

F5. 6

840

25m 0s

Battery level
indicator

Number of
exposures
remaining

Operations

Shooting with A (Auto) Mode

1 Rotate the mode dial to A.

• The camera is set to A (auto) mode and

general shooting can be performed.

• Press the s (display) button to switch

the information displayed in the monitor
during shooting and play back.

• Battery level indicator

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

2 Hold the camera steady.

• Keep fingers and other objects away from the lens, flash, AF-assist illuminator,

microphone, and speaker.

1/250

F5.6

25m 0s

25m 0s

840

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Basic Shooting and Playback Operations

3 Frame the picture.

p button

Zoom out

Zoom in

Zoom in

Zoom out

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F5. 6

Focus area

• Move the zoom control or the side zoom control to change the zoom lens
position.

• When the subject is lost at the telephoto zoom position, press the p (snap-
back zoom) button to temporarily widen the angle of view so that you can
frame the subject more easily.

4 Press the shutter-release

button halfway.

• When the subject is in focus, the
focus area or focus indicator is
displayed in green.

• When you are using digital zoom,
the camera focuses in the center
of the frame and the focus area is
not displayed.

• If the focus area or focus indicator
flashes, the camera is unable to
focus. Modify the composition
and try pressing the shutter­release button halfway again.

5 Without lifting your finger, press

the shutter-release button the rest
of the way down.

Basic Shooting and Playback Operations

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F5.6

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