Nikon COOLPIX S2550 User Manual
DIGITAL CAMERA
User’s Manual
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Introduction
First Steps
Basic Photography and Playback: A (Auto) Mode
More on Shooting
More on Playback
Editing Pictures
Movie Recording and Playback
Connecting to Televisions, Computers and Printers
Basic Camera Setup
Caring for the Camera
Technical Notes and Index
i
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.
The consequences that could result from failure to observe the precautions listed
in this section are indicated by the following symbol:
This icon marks warnings, information that should be read before using this Nikon
product, to prevent possible injury.
WARNINGS
Turn off in the event of
malfunction
Should you notice smoke or an
unusual smell coming from the
camera or Charging AC adapter,
unplug the Charging AC adapter and
remove the battery immediately,
taking care to avoid burns. Continued
operation could result in injury. After
removing or disconnecting the power
source, take the equipment to a Nikonauthorized service representative for
inspection.
Do not disassemble
Touching the internal parts of the
camera or Charging AC adapter could
result in injury. Repairs should be
performed only by qualified
technicians. Should the camera or
Charging 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 battery.
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Do not use the camera or
Charging 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.
Keep out of reach of children
Particular care should be taken to
prevent infants from putting the
battery or other small parts into their
mouths.
For Your Safety
Observe caution when
handling the battery
The battery may leak or explode if
improperly handled. Observe the
following precautions when handling
the battery for use in this product:
• Before replacing the battery, turn
the product off. If you are using the
Charging AC Adapter/AC adapter,
be sure it is unplugged.
• Only use a Rechargeable Li-ion Battery
EN-EL19 (supplied). Charge the
battery inserted into the camera by
connecting the Charging AC Adapter
EH-69P (supplied).
• When inserting the battery, do not
attempt to insert it upside down or
backwards.
• Do not short or disassemble the
battery or attempt to remove or
break the battery insulation or
casing.
• Do not expose the battery to flame
or to excessive heat.
• Do not immerse in or expose to
water.
• Return the battery to the battery
case for transportation. Do not
transport or store with metal objects
such as necklaces or hairpins.
• The battery is prone to leakage
when fully discharged. To avoid
damage to the product, be sure to
remove the battery when no charge
remains.
• Discontinue use immediately should
you notice any change in the
battery, such as discoloration or
deformation.
• If liquid from the damaged battery
comes in contact with clothing or
skin, rinse immediately with plenty
of water.
Observe the following
precautions when handling
the Charging AC Adapter
• 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 plug or go near
the Charging AC Adapter during
lightning storms. Failure to observe
this precaution could result in
electric shock.
• Do not damage, modify, forcibly tug
or bend the USB cable, place it
under heavy objects, or expose it to
heat or flames. 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 Charging
AC Adapter 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 cause overheating or fire.
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For Your Safety
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
product regulations.
Handle moving parts with
care
Be careful that your fingers or other
objects are not pinched by the lens
cover or other moving parts.
CD-ROMs
The CD-ROMs supplied with this
device should not be played back on
audio CD equipment. Playing CDROMs on an audio CD player could
cause hearing loss or damage the
equipment.
Observe caution when using
the flash
Using the flash close to your subject’s
eyes could cause temporary visual
impairment. Particular care should be
observed if photographing infants,
when the flash should be no less than
one meter (3 ft. 4 in.) from the subject.
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.
Turn the power off when
using inside an airplane or the
hospital
Turn the power off while inside the
airplane during take off or landing.
Follow the instructions of the hospital
when using while in a hospital. The
electromagnetic waves given out by
this camera may disrupt the electronic
systems of the airplane or the
instruments of the hospital.
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Notices
Notices for Customers in the
U.S.A.
IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS–SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS.
DANGER - TO REDUCE THE RISK OF
FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK,
CAREFULLY FOLLOW THESE
INSTRUCTIONS
For connection to a supply not in the
U.S.A., use an attachment plug adapter
of the proper configuration for the
power outlet if needed.
The power supply unit is intended to
be correctly orientated in a vertical or
floor mount position.
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.
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
the FCC rules.
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Notices
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
CAUTION
This Class B digital apparatus complies
with Canadian ICES-003.
ATTENTION
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B
est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du
Canada.
Notices for customers in Europe
CAUTION
RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS
REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT
TYPE.
DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES
ACCORDING TO THE
INSTRUCTIONS.
This symbol indicates that
this product is to be
collected separately.
The following apply only to
users in European countries:
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• This product is 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.
This symbol on the battery
indicates that the battery is
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.
Table of Contents
For Your Safety........................................................................................................................................ ii
WARNINGS..................................................................................................................................................................ii
Notices .......................................................................................................................................................v
Introduction ...........................................................................................................................................1
About This Manual ................................................................................................................................1
Information and Precautions............................................................................................................. 2
Parts of the Camera............................................................................................................................... 4
The Camera Body ...................................................................................................................................................4
The Monitor................................................................................................................................................................6
Basic Operations.....................................................................................................................................8
The A (Shooting Mode) Button...................................................................................................................8
The c (Playback) Button..................................................................................................................................8
The Multi Selector...................................................................................................................................................9
The d Button....................................................................................................................................................10
Switching Between Tabs.................................................................................................................................10
The Shutter-release Button............................................................................................................................11
Attaching the Camera Strap.........................................................................................................................11
First Steps.............................................................................................................................................12
Inserting the Battery ...........................................................................................................................12
Removing the Battery.......................................................................................................................................13
Charging the Battery ..........................................................................................................................14
Turning On and Off the Camera.................................................................................................................17
Setting Display Language, Date and Time .................................................................................18
Inserting Memory Cards....................................................................................................................20
Removing Memory Cards...............................................................................................................................20
Basic Photography and Playback: A (Auto) Mode............................................................... 22
Step 1 Turn the Camera On and Select A (Auto) Mode.......................................................22
Indicators Displayed in A (Auto) Mode...............................................................................................23
Step 2 Frame a Picture .......................................................................................................................24
Using the Zoom....................................................................................................................................................25
Step 3 Focus and Shoot.....................................................................................................................26
Step 4 Playing Back and Deleting Pictures.................................................................................28
Playing Back Pictures (Playback Mode)..................................................................................................28
Deleting Pictures..................................................................................................................................................28
Using the Flash......................................................................................................................................30
Setting the Flash Mode....................................................................................................................................30
Taking Pictures with the Self-timer ...............................................................................................32
Macro Mode...........................................................................................................................................33
Adjusting Brightness (Exposure Compensation) .....................................................................34
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More on Shooting .............................................................................................................................35
Selecting a Shooting Mode..............................................................................................................35
Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu (A (Auto) Mode) ...................................................36
Image Mode (Image Quality/Image Size).............................................................................................37
White Balance (Adjusting Hue)...................................................................................................................39
Continuous..............................................................................................................................................................41
ISO Sensitivity.........................................................................................................................................................42
Color Options.........................................................................................................................................................43
AF Area Mode ........................................................................................................................................................44
Autofocus Mode...................................................................................................................................................48
Camera Settings that Cannot Be Applied Simultaneously........................................................49
Shooting Suited to Scenes (Scene Mode)...................................................................................50
Selecting a Scene Mode..................................................................................................................................50
Shooting in the Scene Mode Selected by the Camera
(Scene Auto Selector)........................................................................................................................................51
Selecting a Scene Mode to Take Pictures (Features).....................................................................53
Shooting for a Panorama................................................................................................................................61
Shooting Smiling Faces (Smart Portrait Mode).........................................................................63
Smart Portrait Menu...........................................................................................................................................65
Focusing on a Moving Subject (Subject Tracking Mode)......................................................66
Shooting in Subject Tracking Menu ........................................................................................................68
More on Playback..............................................................................................................................69
Operations in Full-frame Playback Mode....................................................................................69
Viewing Multiple Pictures: Thumbnail Playback ......................................................................70
Calendar Display...................................................................................................................................................72
Taking a Closer Look: Playback Zoom..........................................................................................73
Selecting a Playback Mode...............................................................................................................74
Sorting Favorite Pictures (Favorite Pictures Mode).................................................................75
Adding Pictures to Albums ...........................................................................................................................75
Viewing Pictures in an Album......................................................................................................................76
Removing Pictures from Albums...............................................................................................................77
Using Favorite Pictures Mode......................................................................................................................78
Favorite Pictures Menu ....................................................................................................................................78
Changing Icons Assigned to Albums......................................................................................................79
Finding Pictures in Auto Sort Mode ..............................................................................................81
Displaying Pictures in Auto Sort Mode ..................................................................................................81
Using Auto Sort Mode......................................................................................................................................83
Auto Sort Menu ....................................................................................................................................................83
Viewing Pictures by Date (List by Date).......................................................................................84
Selecting a Date in List by Date Mode...................................................................................................84
Using List by Date Mode.................................................................................................................................85
List by Date Menu ...............................................................................................................................................86
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Playback Option: Playback Menu...................................................................................................87
a Print Order (Creating a DPOF Print Order)....................................................................................88
b Slide Show........................................................................................................................................................92
c Delete (Deleting Multiple Pictures)....................................................................................................93
d Protect ...............................................................................................................................................................95
f Rotate Image ..................................................................................................................................................95
E Voice Memos ....................................................................................................................................................96
h Copy (Copy Between Internal Memory and Memory Card).............................................98
Editing Pictures ..................................................................................................................................99
Editing Functions.................................................................................................................................99
Picture Editing.................................................................................................................................... 101
k Quick Retouch: Enhancing Contrast and Saturation..........................................................101
I D-Lighting: Enhancing Brightness and Contrast...................................................................102
e Skin Softening: Softening Skin Tones...........................................................................................103
g Small Picture: Resizing Pictures........................................................................................................105
a Crop: Creating a Cropped Copy........................................................................................................106
Movie Recording and Playback..................................................................................................107
Recording Movies ............................................................................................................................. 107
The Movie Menu...............................................................................................................................................109
Movie Options ...................................................................................................................................................109
Autofocus Mode................................................................................................................................................110
Electronic VR .......................................................................................................................................................110
Movie Playback.................................................................................................................................. 111
Deleting Movie...................................................................................................................................................111
Connecting to Televisions, Computers and Printers..........................................................112
Connecting to a TV...........................................................................................................................112
Connecting to a Computer............................................................................................................ 113
Before Connecting the Camera...............................................................................................................113
Transferring Images from a Camera to a Computer...................................................................114
Charging While Connecting to a Computer...................................................................................118
Connecting to a Printer...................................................................................................................119
Connecting the Camera to a Printer.....................................................................................................120
Printing Pictures One at a Time...............................................................................................................121
Printing Multiple Pictures............................................................................................................................122
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Table of Contents
Basic Camera Setup........................................................................................................................125
Setup Menu......................................................................................................................................... 125
Welcome Screen ..............................................................................................................................................127
Date...........................................................................................................................................................................128
Monitor Settings................................................................................................................................................131
Print Date (Imprinting Date and Time)................................................................................................132
Electronic VR........................................................................................................................................................133
Motion Detection.............................................................................................................................................134
AF Assist..................................................................................................................................................................135
Digital Zoom .......................................................................................................................................................135
Sound Settings...................................................................................................................................................136
Auto Off .................................................................................................................................................................136
Format Memory/Format Card..................................................................................................................137
Language...............................................................................................................................................................138
Video Mode .........................................................................................................................................................138
Charge by Computer......................................................................................................................................139
Blink Warning......................................................................................................................................................140
Reset All ..................................................................................................................................................................142
Firmware Version .............................................................................................................................................144
Caring for the Camera....................................................................................................................145
Maximizing Camera Life and Performance.............................................................................. 145
Cleaning .................................................................................................................................................................147
Storage....................................................................................................................................................................147
Technical Notes and Index...........................................................................................................148
Optional Accessories ....................................................................................................................... 148
Approved Memory Cards............................................................................................................................149
Image/Sound File and Folder Names ........................................................................................150
Error Messages...................................................................................................................................151
Troubleshooting................................................................................................................................156
Specifications ..................................................................................................................................... 163
Supported Standards.....................................................................................................................................166
Index...................................................................................................................................................... 167
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Introduction
About This Manual
Thank you for your purchase of a Nikon COOLPIX S2550 digital camera. This
manual was written to help you enjoy taking pictures with your Nikon digital
camera. Read this manual thoroughly before use, and keep it where all those who
use the product will read it.
Symbols and Conventions
To make it easier to find the information you need, the following symbols and
conventions are used:
This icon marks cautions,
information that should be read
B
before use, to prevent damage to
the camera.
This icon marks tips, additional
information that may be helpful
D
when using the camera.
Introduction
This icon marks notes, information
that should be read before using
C
the camera.
This icon indicates that more
information is available elsewhere
A
in this manual.
Notations
• Secure Digital (SD) memory card, SDHC memory card, and SDXC memory card
are referred to as “memory card.”
• 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.
Screen Samples
In this manual, images are sometimes omitted from monitor display samples so
that monitor indicators can be more clearly shown.
Illustrations and Screen Display
Illustrations and text displays shown in this manual may differ from actual display.
C Internal Memory and Memory Cards
Pictures taken with this camera can be stored in the camera’s internal memory or on removable
memory cards. If a memory card is inserted, all new pictures will be stored on the memory card and
delete, playback and format operations will apply only to the pictures on the memory card. The
memory card must be removed before the internal memory can be formatted or accessed for
picture storage, deletion, or viewing.
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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:
Introduction
• For users in the U.S.A.: http://www.nikonusa.com/
• For users in Europe and Africa: http://www.europe-nikon.com/suppor t/
• For users in Asia, Oceania, and the Middle East: http://www.nikon-asia.co m/
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, Charging AC
Adapter, 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
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,
• Nikon reserves the right to change the specifications of the hardware and software described in
• 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
NIKON WARRANTY.
Holographic seal:
Identifies this device as an
authentic Nikon product.
stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form, by any means, without
Nikon’s prior written permission.
these manuals at any time and without prior notice.
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).
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Information and Precautions
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, movies and photographs is governed by national and
international copyright laws. Do not use this product for the purpose of making i llegal cop ies or to
infringe copyright laws.
Disposing of Data Storage Devices
Please note that deleting images or formatting data storage devices such as memory cards or builtin 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, 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). Be sure to also replace any
pictures selected for the Select an image option in the Welcome screen setting (A 127). Care
should be taken to avoid injury or damage to property when physically destroying data storage
devices.
Introduction
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Parts of the Camera
The Camera Body
Introduction
1 Shutter-release button..............................26
Zoom control..................................................25
f: wide.........................................................25
g: tele..............................................................25
2
h: thumbnail playback......................70
i: playback zoom....................................73
j: help ..........................................................50
Power switch/power-on lamp
3
...............................................................17, 22, 136
1
2
3
4
Lens cover closed
6
5
897
4 Built-in flash......................................................30
Self-timer lamp ..............................................32
5
AF-assist illuminator.................................135
6 Lens.........................................................147, 163
7 Built-in microphone.........................96, 107
8 Lens cover......................................................145
9 Eyelet for camera strap.............................11
4
Parts of the Camera
Opening the
connector cover
9 10 11 12 13 15 1614
Charge lamp......................................... 15, 118
1
Flash lamp.........................................................31
2 A (shooting mode) button.............8, 35
3 c (playback) button...................8, 28, 74
4 Multi selector.....................................................9
5 k (apply selection) button......................9
6 l (delete) button ..............28, 29, 97, 111
7 d button............................10, 36, 87, 126
8 Monitor..........................................................6, 23
USB/audio/video output connector
9
.........................................................112, 114, 120
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
10 Tripod socket
11 Speaker....................................................97, 111
12 Connector cover........ 112, 114, 120, 150
Battery-chamber/
13
memory card slot cover...................12, 20
14 Battery chamber............................................12
15 Memory card slot..........................................20
16 Battery latch.............................................12, 13
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Parts of the Camera
10102
1 m0 0 s
9 9 9
9 9 9 9
1 m0 0 s
9 9 9
1 60 0
F 3.2
+1.0
1 /2 5 0
The Monitor
The following indicators may appear in the monitor during shooting and playback
(actual display varies with current camera settings).
Introduction
The indicators that appear in the monitor during shooting and playback disappear
after a few seconds (A 131).
Shooting
5
1 3
42
6
7
31
30
2
29
28
1 Shooting mode* ........22, 50, 63, 66, 107
2 Macro mode....................................................33
3 Zoom indicator......................................25, 33
4 Focus indicator..............................................26
5 AE/AF-L indicator .........................................62
6 Flash mode.......................................................30
7 Battery level indicator................................22
8 Electronic VR icon .....................................133
9 Motion detection icon................... 23, 134
10 “Date not set” indicator......................... 151
11 Travel destination...................................... 128
12 Print date........................................................132
13 Movie options .............................................109
14 Image mode....................................................37
a Number of exposures remaining
15
(still pictures)...............................................22
b Movie length...........................................107
*
Differs according to the current shooting mode.
6
27
26
25
24
+1.0
1 600
23
8
91011
999
F3.2
1 /250
22
17 16
1 m00s
999
9999
1 m00s
ab19 182021
16 Internal memory indicator......................23
17 Aperture.............................................................26
18 Focus area (auto)..................................26, 44
19
Focus area (for manual or center)
20 Focus area (face priority)..........26, 44, 63
Focus area
21
(subject tracking mode)...........................66
22 Shutter speed.................................................26
23 ISO sensitivity..........................................31, 42
24 Exposure compensation value............34
25 Skin softening.........................................63, 65
26 Smile timer................................................63, 65
27 Blink proof icon..............................................65
28 Color options ..................................................43
29 White balance mode..................................39
30 Continuous shooting mode..................41
31 Self-timer indicator......................................32
12
13
14
15
............44
Playback
1 m0 0 s
9 9 9 / 9 9 9
1 m0 0 s
9 9 9 9/ 9 9 9 9
9 9 9 9. J P G
9 9 9 / 9 9 9
1 5/ 0 5 / 2 0 1 1 1 2 :0 0
16
18
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20
19
15
14
13
1 2 453
1 5/05/2011 12:00
9999.J PG
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999/ 999
1012
7
8
999/ 999
9999/9999
Parts of the Camera
6
1 m00s
9
1 m00s
ba
Introduction
1 Date of recording.........................................18
2 Time of recording.........................................18
3 Protect icon......................................................95
4 Volume indicator............................... 97, 111
Album icon in
favorite pictures mode1...........................76
5
Category icon in
auto sort mode1............................................81
6 Battery level indicator................................22
7 Movie options2........................................... 109
8
Image mode
a Current frame number/
9
total number of frames ........................28
2
..................................................37
10 Internal memory indicator......................28
11 Movie playback guide............................111
12 Add to favorite pictures guide.............75
13 List by date guide.........................................84
14 Skin softening icon...................................103
15 Print order icon..............................................88
16 Small picture icon .....................................105
17 D-Lighting icon...........................................102
18 Quick retouch icon...................................101
19 Voice memo icon.........................................97
20 File number and type.............................150
b Movie length............................................111
1
The icon for the album or the selected category in auto sort mode currently selected in
playback mode is displayed.
2
Differs according to the settings configured during shooting.
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Basic Operations
The A (Shooting Mode) Button
• Press the A button in playback mode to enter
Introduction
• Press the A button in shooting mode to display
The c (Playback) Button
• Press the c button in shooting mode to enter
• Press the c button in playback mode to display
• If the camera is turned off, hold down the c
shooting mode.
the shooting-mode selection menu and switch
shooting modes (A 35).
playback mode.
the playback-mode selection menu and switch
playback modes (A 74).
button to turn the camera on in playback mode.
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The Multi Selector
This section describes standard uses of the multi selector to select modes, select
menu options and to apply selection.
Press the multi selector up, down, left, or right to select options, or press the k
(apply selection) button.
Shooting
Display m (flash mode) (A 30) menu or
move cursor up
Display o
Display n (self-timer)
(A 32) menu
Display p (macro mode) (A 33) menu or
move cursor down
Playback
Select previous
picture
Menu Screen
(exposure compensation)
(A 34) guide
Apply selection
Select next picture
Flash mode
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Introduction
Move cursor up
Move cursor left
or return to the
previous screen
Move cursor right or go
to next screen (apply
selection)
Apply selection (go to
the next screen)
Move cursor down
C Note on the Multi Selector
In the manual, the button indicating up, down, left and right of the multi selector is shown as H, I,
J and K.
Shooting menu
Image mode
White balance
Continuous
ISO sensitivity
Color options
AF area mode
Exit
Beach
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The d Button
Press the d button to display the menu for the selected mode.
Introduction
• Use the multi selector to navigate the menus (A 9).
• Choose a tab on the left to switch to the menu of the selected tab.
• Press the d button again to exit the menu.
Displayed when the menu
contains two or more pages
Displayed when
previous menu items
are available
Switching Between Tabs
Shooting menu
Image mode
White balance
Continuous
ISO sensitivity
Color options
AF area mode
Exit
Press the multi selector
J to highlight the tab
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Display the available menus in
the current mode
Display the setup menu
menu
Shooting
Autofocus mode
Exit
Choose an option and press
the k button or the multi
selector K to proceed to the
next set of options
Shooting menu
Image mode
White balance
Continuous
ISO sensitivity
Color options
AF area mode
Exit
Press the multi selector
H or I to select a tab,
and press either the k
button or K
Shooting menu
Image mode
White balance
Continuous
ISO sensitivity
Color options
AF area mode
Exit
Displayed when there are one
or more menu items to follow
Autofocus mode
Single AF
Full-time AF
Exit
Press the k button or the
multi selector K to apply
selection
Set up
We lcome screen
Date
Monitor settings
Print date
El ectronic VR
Motion detection
Exit
The selected menu is
displayed
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The Shutter-release Button
The camera features a two-stage shutter-release button. To set focus and
exposure, press the shutter-release button halfway, stopping when you feel
resistance. Focus and exposure lock while the shutter-release button is held in this
position. To release the shutter and take a picture, press the shutter-release button
the rest of the way down. Do not use force when pressing the shutter-release
button, as this may result in camera shake and blurred pictures.
Introduction
Press the
shutter-release
button halfway
to set focus and
exposure
Attaching the Camera Strap
Press the
shutter-release
button the rest
of the way down
to take a picture
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First Steps
Inserting the Battery
Insert a Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL19 (supplied) into the camera.
• Charge the battery before the first use or when the battery is running low
(A 14).
1 Open the battery-chamber/memory card slot
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cover.
2 Insert the battery.
Confirm that the battery’s positive (+)
and negative (–) terminals are oriented
correctly as shown on the label at the
battery chamber opening, and insert
the battery.
Use the battery to push the orange
battery latch up (1) as the battery is
inserted (2).
When the battery is fully inserted, the
battery latch will lock it in place.
B Inserting the Battery
Inserting the battery upside down or backw ards could damage the camera. Be sure to
check that the battery is in the correct orientation.
3 Close the battery-chamber/memory card slot
cover.
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Battery chamber
Removing the Battery
Turn the camera off (A 17) and be sure that the
power-on lamp and the monitor have turned off before
opening the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover.
To eject the battery, open the battery-chamber/
memory card slot cover and slide the orange battery
latch in the direction indicated by the arrow (1). The
battery can then be removed by hand (2).
• Note that the battery may become hot during use;
observe due caution when removing the battery.
Inserting the Battery
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B Notes on the Battery
• Be sure to read and follow the warnings for the battery on page iii and the section, “The Battery”
(A 146), before using the battery.
• If the battery is not used for an extended period, recharge it at least once every six months and
completely exhaust it before returning it to storage.
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Charging the Battery
Charge the supplied Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL19 inserted into the camera, by
connecting the supplied Charging AC Adapter EH-69P to the camera via the supplied
USB Cable UC-E6, and then plugging the Charging AC Adapter into an electrical outlet.
1 Prepare the Charging AC Adapter EH-69P.
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If a plug adapter* is included, attach the plug adapter to the plug on
the Charging AC adapter. Push the plug adapter firmly until it is
securely held in place. 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.
The Charging AC Adapter comes with the plug adapter attached
in Korea and Argentina.
2 Insert the battery (A 12).
Do not turn the camera on.
3 Use the supplied USB cable to connect the Charging AC Adapter to the
camera.
Be sure that connectors are properly oriented. Do not attempt to insert connectors at an
angle, and do not use force when connecting or disconnecting the USB cable.
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USB cable
4 Plug the Charging AC Adapter into an electrical
outlet.
The charge lamp slowly blinks green to indicate that the
battery is charging.
About two hours and ten minutes are required to charge a
fully exhausted battery.
The following chart explains charge lamp status
when the camera is plugged into the electrical
outlet.
Charge lamp Description
Blinks slowly
(green)
Off
Flickers (green)
Battery charging.
Battery not charging. When charging is complete, the charge
lamp stops blinking green and turns off.
• The ambient temperature is not suited to charging. Charge
the battery indoors with an ambient temperature of 5°C to
35°C (41°F to 95°F).
• The USB cable or Charging AC Adapter is not properly
connected, or there is a problem with the battery. Disconnect
the USB cable or unplug the Charging AC Adapter and
correctly connect it again, or change the battery.
Charging the Battery
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5 Disconnect the Charging AC Adapter from the electrical outlet and
then disconnect the USB cable.
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Charging the Battery
B Notes on Charging AC Adapter
• The Ch arging AC A dapter EH-69P is f or use only with compatible devices . Do not use with anoth er
make or model of device.
• Be sure to read and follow the warnings for the Charging AC Adapter on page iii and the section,
“The Battery” (A 146), before use.
• The EH-69P is compatible with AC 100-240 V, 50/60 Hz electrical outlets. When using in other
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countries, use a plug adapter (available commercially) as necessary. For more information about
plug adapters, consult your travel agency.
• The Charging AC Adapter EH-69P is for charging the battery inserted into the camera. When the
camera is connected to an electrical outlet with the Charging AC adapter, the camera cannot be
turned on.
• Do not, under any circumstances, use another make or model of AC adapter other than Charging
AC Adapter EH-69P or USB-AC adapter. Failure to observe this precaution could result in
overheating or in damage to the camera.
C AC Power Supply
• If the AC Adapter EH-62G (available separately; A 148) is used, power is supplied to the camera
from an electrical outlet and taking pictures and playing back pictures are available with this
camera.
• Do not, under any circumstances, use another make or model of AC adapter other than EH-62G.
Failure to observe this precaution could result in overheating or in damage to the camera.
D Charging Using Computer or Battery Charger
• Connecting the COOLPIX S2550 to a computer also charges the Rechargeable Li-ion Battery
EN-EL19 (A 114, 139).
• Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL19 can also be charged using the Battery Charger MH-66
(available separately; A 148).
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Charging the Battery
Turning On and Off the Camera
To turn on the camera, press the power switch. The
power-on lamp (green) will light for a moment and the
monitor will turn on.
To turn off the camera, press the power switch again.
When the camera is turned off, both the power-on
lamp and monitor will turn off.
• If the camera is turned off, hold down the c button to turn the camera on in
playback mode (A 29).
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C Power Saving Function (Auto Off)
If no operations are performed for a while, the monitor will turn off automatically, the camera will
enter standby mode, and the power-on lamp will blink. If no operations are performed for another
three minutes, the camera will turn off automatically.
• If no operations are performed for about a minute (default setting) in shooting or playback mode,
the camera will enter standby mode.
• When the monitor has turned off in standby mode (the power-on lamp is blinking), press the
following button to reactivate it.
- Power switch, shutter-release button, A button, or c button
• The time allowed to elapse before the camera enters standby mode can be changed from the
Auto off option (A 136) in the setup menu (A 125).
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Setting Display Language, Date and Time
A language-selection dialog is displayed the first time the camera is turned on.
1 Press the power switch to turn on the camera.
The power-on lamp (green) will light for a moment and
the monitor will turn on.
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2 Press the multi selector H or I to
choose the desired language and
press the k button.
For information on using the multi selector,
see “The Multi Selector” (A 9).
3 Press H or I to choose Yes and press the k
button.
If No is selected, the date and time will not be set.
4 Press J or K to select your home time zone
(A 130) and press the k button.
D Daylight Saving Time
If daylight saving time is in effect, press the multi selector H in the
time zone selection screen displayed in step 4 to turn on the
daylight saving time option.
When the daylight saving time option is enabled, W is displayed at
the top of the monitor. To turn off the daylight saving time option,
press I.
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Language
Čeština
Dansk
Deutsch
English
Español
Ελληνικά
Cancel
Date
Set time and date?
Cancel
London
Casabl anca
Back
London
Casabl anca
Back
Yes
No
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