Nikon COOLPIX S9 User Manual

The Nikon Guide to Digital Photography

with the

DIGITAL CAMERA

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Introduction

First Steps

Basic Photography and Playback: L (Auto) Mode

Scene Modes: n Scene Mode

One-Touch Portrait Mode

More on Playback

Movies

Voice Recordings

Connecting to Televisions, Computers, and Printers

Shooting, Playback, and Setup Menus

Technical Notes

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For Your Safety

To prevent damage to your Nikon product or injury to yourself or to others, read the following safety precautions in their entirety before using this equipment. Keep these safety instructions where all those who use the prod-

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uct 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, 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 Nikon-authorized service representative for inspection.

Do not disassemble

Touching the product’s internal parts could result in injury. Repairs should be performed only by qualified technicians. Should the camera 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.

Do not use the camera 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.

• Only use a rechargeable Nikon EN-EL8 lithium-ion battery (supplied). Charge the battery by inserting it in an MH-62 battery charger.

• 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.

• Replace the terminal cover when transporting the battery. 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 battery charger

• Keep dry. Failure to observe this precaution could result in fire or electric shock.

• Dust on or near the metal parts of the plug should be removed with a dry cloth. Continued use could result in fire.

• Do not handle the power cable or go near the battery charger during lightening storms. Failure to observe this precaution could result in electric shock.

• Do not damage, modify, forcibly tug or bend the power cable, place it under heavy objects, or expose it to heat or flame. Should the insulation be damaged and the wires become exposed, take it to a Nikon-authorized service representative for inspection. Failure to observe these precautions could result in fire or electric shock.

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For Your Safety

• Do not handle the plug or battery charger with wet hands. Failure to observe this precaution could

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result in electric shock.

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 (39 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.

Notices

Notice for Customers in the U.S.A.

Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Radio Frequency Interference Statement

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for help.

COOLPIX S9

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.

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

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Notices

Notice for Customers in Canada

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CAUTION

This class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference Causing Equipment Regulations.

ATTENTION

Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada.

Symbol for Separate Collection in European Countries

This symbol indicates that this product is to be collected separately.

The following apply only to users in European countries:

• This product is designated for separate collection at an appropriate collection point. Do not dispose of as household waste.

• For more information, contact the retailer or the local authorities in charge of waste management.

Table of Contents

Introduction .....................................................................................................ii

For Your Safety .................................................................................................. ii

WARNINGS ................................................................................................... ii

Notices................................................................................................................ v

About This Manual............................................................................................1

Information and Precautions ............................................................................2

Parts of the Camera...........................................................................................4

The Monitor ....................................................................................................... 6

Shooting ....................................................................................................... 6

Playback........................................................................................................ 7

Basic Operations ................................................................................................ 8

The o (shooting/playback) Button...........................................................8

The Multi Selector ......................................................................................... 8

The p Button......................................................................................... 9

The m Button ......................................................................................... 10

Help Displays ...............................................................................................11

First Steps........................................................................................................12

Charging the Battery....................................................................................... 12

Inserting the Battery .......................................................................................14

Turning On and Off the Camera .................................................................. 15

Setting Display Language, Date, and Time.................................................... 16

Inserting Memory Cards.................................................................................. 18

Basic Photography and Playback: L (Auto) Mode .....................................20

Step 1 Turn the Camera On and Select L (Auto) Mode..............................20

Step 2 Frame a Picture ....................................................................................22

Step 3 Focus and Shoot ................................................................................... 24

Step 4 Viewing and Deleting Pictures ............................................................26

Full-Frame Playback ..................................................................................... 26

Deleting Pictures .........................................................................................26

Using the Flash ................................................................................................ 28

Taking Pictures with the Self-Timer ............................................................... 30

Macro Close-up Mode ..................................................................................... 31

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Scene Modes: n Scene Mode .......................................................................32

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Assist and Scene Modes ..................................................................................32

Assist Modes ....................................................................................................33

Taking Pictures in Assist Modes ................................................................... 33

B Portrait Assist .........................................................................................34

E Landscape Assist .................................................................................... 35

P Sports Assist ........................................................................................... 36

D Night Portrait Assist................................................................................ 37

Scene Modes ....................................................................................................38

Taking Pictures in Scene Modes...................................................................38

One-Touch Portrait Mode..............................................................................44

Taking Pictures in the One-Touch Portrait Mode..........................................44

The One-Touch Portrait Menu........................................................................45

More on Playback ..........................................................................................46

Viewing Multiple Pictures: Thumbnail Playback ...........................................46

Taking a Closer Look: Playback Zoom ............................................................ 47

Editing Pictures................................................................................................ 48

Creating a Cropped Copy: Crop .................................................................. 49

Enhancing Brightness and Contrast: D-Lighting ...........................................50

H Resizing Pictures: Small Picture............................................................... 51

Voice Memos: Recording and Playback .........................................................52

Movies.............................................................................................................53

Movie Mode.....................................................................................................53

The Movie Menu ............................................................................................. 54

Selecting Movie Options.............................................................................. 54

Auto-Focus Mode........................................................................................ 57

Movie Playback ................................................................................................ 58

Deleting Movie Files ....................................................................................58

Voice Recordings............................................................................................59

Making Voice Recordings ...............................................................................59

Playing Voice Recordings ................................................................................ 60

Copying Voice Recordings .............................................................................. 61

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Connecting to Televisions, Computers, and Printers ...................................62

Connecting to a TV..........................................................................................63

Connecting to a Computer .............................................................................64

Before Connecting the Camera ................................................................... 64

Setting the USB Option ...............................................................................65

Transferring Pictures to a Computer ............................................................ 66

Connecting to a Printer...................................................................................68

Connecting the Camera and Printer ............................................................69

Printing Pictures One at a Time .................................................................... 70

Printing Multiple Pictures............................................................................. 72

Creating a DPOF Print Order: Print Set .......................................................... 74

Shooting, Playback, and Setup Menus..........................................................76

Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu .........................................................76

Z Image Mode .......................................................................................... 77

d White Balance ........................................................................................ 79

I Exp. +/–.................................................................................................. 81

q Continuous............................................................................................82

A Best Shot Selector (BSS) ......................................................................... 84

W Sensitivity ............................................................................................... 85

d Color Options......................................................................................... 86

Restrictions on Camera Settings .................................................................. 87

Playback Options: The Playback Menu ..........................................................88

w Print Set ................................................................................................. 90

z Slide Show ............................................................................................. 90

A Delete .................................................................................................... 91

D Protect ................................................................................................. 91

E Transfer Marking .................................................................................. 92

L Copy...................................................................................................... 93

Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu............................................................94

R Menus.................................................................................................... 95

V Welcome Screen .................................................................................... 96

W Date....................................................................................................... 97

Z Monitor Settings .................................................................................. 100

f Date Imprint .........................................................................................101

u AF Assist ............................................................................................. 103

h Sound Settings.....................................................................................103

h Blur Warning ........................................................................................104

i Auto Off ..............................................................................................104

M Format Memory/O Format Card .......................................................... 105

j Language .............................................................................................106

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k Interface............................................................................................... 106

n Reset All ...............................................................................................107

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B Firmware Version ................................................................................. 108

Technical Notes ............................................................................................109

Optional Accessories ..................................................................................... 109

Image File and Folder Names .....................................................................110

Caring for the Camera .................................................................................. 111

Cleaning ...................................................................................................113

Storage ..................................................................................................... 113

Error Messages............................................................................................... 114

Troubleshooting ............................................................................................118

Specifications .................................................................................................123

Index...............................................................................................................127

About This Manual

Thank you for your purchase of a Nikon COOLPIX S9 digital camera. This manual has been 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 before use to prevent damage to the camera.

This icon marks notes, information that should be read before

using the camera.

Notations

• A Secure Digital (SD) memory card is referred to as a “memory card.”

• The setting at the time of purchase is referred to as the “default setting.”

• Menu items, options, and messages displayed in the camera monitor are shown in brackets ([ ]).

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.

This icon marks tips, additional information that may be helpful

when using the camera.

This icon indicates that more information is available else-

where in this manual or in the Quick Start Guide.

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k 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 used to store, delete, or view pictures.

Information and Precautions

Life-Long Learning

As part of Nikon’s “Life-Long Learning” commitment to ongoing product support and education, continually updated information is available online at the following sites:

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• For users in the U.S.A.: http://www.nikonusa.com/

• For users in Europe and Africa: http://www.europe-nikon.com/support/

• For users in Asia, Oceania, and the Middle East: http://www.nikon-asia.com/

Visit these sites to keep up-to-date with the latest product information, tips, answers to frequently asked questions (FAQs), and general advice on digital imaging and photography. Additional information may be available from the Nikon representative in your area. See the URL below for contact information:

http://nikonimaging.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 and batteries) 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.

About the Manuals

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

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

• Nikon reserves the right to change the specifications of the hardware and software

described in these manuals at any time and without prior notice.

• Nikon will not be held liable for any damages resulting from the use of this product.

• While every effort has been made to ensure that the information in these manuals is accu-

rate 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).

NIKON WARRANTY.

* Holographic seal: Identifies this

device as an authentic Nikon product.

EN-EL8 rechargeable battery

Information and Precautions

Notice Concerning Prohibition of Copying or Reproduction

Note that simply being in possession of material that has been 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 has been 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 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, 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 welcome screen (c 96). Care should be taken to avoid injury or damage to property when physically destroying data storage devices.

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Parts of the Camera

Zoom control (c 22)

See also:

• j (thumbnail playback): c 46

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• k (playback zoom): c 47

• l (help): c 11

Shutter-release button (c 24)

Power-on lamp (c 16)

Power switch (c 16)

m (one-touch portrait) button (c 44) u (D-Lighting) button (c 50)

Built-in microphone (c 52, 53)

Speaker (c 52)

Self-timer lamp (c 30) AF-assist illuminator (LED; c 28, 112)

Lens (c 22, 111)

Lens cover

closed

Eyelet for camera strap

Built-in flash (c 28)

Attaching the Camera Strap

Lens cover

Parts of the Camera

The Multi selector (c 8) In shooting mode, you can activate the flash (J), the self-timer (H), and macro close-up mode (F).

J: Display flash mode

H: Display self-timer menu

(c 30)

F: Display macro closeup mode menu (c 31)

menu (c 28)

d/g: Apply selection/ transfer picture (c 67)

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Monitor (c 6, 113)

m button (c 10, 76)

Multi connector

Tripod socket

Indicator lamp (c 24)/ Flash lamp (c 28)

Battery-chamber/memory card slot cover (c 14)

o (shooting/playback) button (c 26, 46)

Battery chamber (c 14)

p button (c 9)

T (delete) button (c 26, 47, 52, 58)

Memory card slot (c 18)

Battery latch (c 14, 15)

The Monitor

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1 Shooting mode ........ 20, 32, 44, 53

2 Exposure lock ............................. 42

3 Macro close-up mode................. 31

4 Zoom indicator..................... 22, 31

5 Focus indicator ........................... 24

6 Flash mode ................................ 28

7 Camera shake icon..................... 29

Internal memory/memory card

indicator .................................... 18

9 Battery level indicator ................. 20

10 Sensitivity (ISO equivalent) .......... 29

11 Self-timer indicator..................... 30

“Date not set” indicator ........... 114

Time zone indicator.................... 97

13 Date imprint/date counter ........ 101

Number of exposures

remaining ................................... 20

Movie length .............................. 53

15 Focus area .................................. 24

16 Exposure compensation value..... 81

17 Image mode ............................... 77

18 Color options ............................. 86

19 White balance mode .................. 79

20 Best shot selector (BSS) ............... 84

21 Continuous shooting mode........82

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1 Current folder .......................... 110

2 File number and type................ 110

Internal memory/memory card

indicator .................................... 18

4 Battery level indicator ................. 20

5 Volume indicator.................. 52, 58

6 Voice memo recording guide...... 52

7 Voice memo playback guide....... 52

Current frame number/total

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9 D-Lighting icon .......................... 50

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10 Movie playback indicator ............ 58

11 Voice memo icon........................ 52

12 Image mode ............................... 77

13 Small picture indicator ................ 51

14 Movie indicator .......................... 58

15 Protect icon ................................ 91

16 Print-order icon .......................... 74

17 Transfer icon ........................ 67, 92

18 Time of recording ....................... 16

19 Date of recording ....................... 16

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The o (shooting/playback) Button

Press o once in shooting mode to enter full-

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The Multi Selector

In addition to activating the flash, macro close-up, and self-timer modes and functions, the multi selector is also used to perform the following operations.

Playback Mode

Display the previous file (GI, c 26, 58) (voice recording:G, c 60)

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frame playback; press again to switch back to shooting mode. (If the camera is turned off, press o for about a second to turn the camera on in playback mode.)

Display the next file (JH, c 26, 58) (voice recording:H, c 60)

Return to the previous menu, or move cursor left (I)

Move cursor down (H)

* In the manual, the button indicating up, down, left, and right of the multi selector is

shown as GHIJ.

Move cursor up (G)

Display the sub-menu, move cursor right, or apply selection (J)

Apply selection

The p Button

Shooting Modes

L (G): Auto mode (c 20) A simple “point-and-shoot” mode in which the majority of camera settings are controlled by the camera

T (I): Movie mode (c 53) Record movies. Select one of five recording modes

O (H): Voice recording mode (c 59) Record sound only

Playback Modes

i (G): Playback (c 46) View still pictures and movies

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Press p during shooting or playback to display each mode-selection menu.

To choose the desired mode, use the multi selector.

Shooting

n (J): Scene mode (c 32) Select one of fifteen “scenes” suited to different subjects or shooting conditions, such as indoor parties or night landscapes, and let the camera do the rest

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q (H): Voice playback (c 52) Listen to voice recordings

k Note on Selecting a Mode

To apply the selected mode, press d after choosing the desired mode by pressing the multi selector GHIJ.

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The m Button

Press m to display the menu for the mode selected (c 9).

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The following is a brief introduction of the parts of menus and how to navigate through them, using the shooting menu as an example.

L : Auto mode → Shooting menu (c 76) n : Scene mode → Scene menu (c 32)

T : Movie mode → Movie menu (c 53)

O : Voice recording mode → Setup menu (c 94)

m : One-touch portrait mode → One-touch portrait menu (c 45)

i : Playback mode → Playback menu (c 88)

Displayed when there are one or more menu items to follow

Displayed when there are one or more previous menu items

Shooting menu

Set up Image mode White balance Exp. +/Continuous

Exit

The shape of the bar for a selected menu item indicates whether or not selection from further options is necessary.

Shooting menu

BSS Sensitivity Color Options

Exit

Press the multi selector J or d to proceed to the next set of options.

Displayed when the menu contains two or more pages

Sensitivity

Exit

Press the multi selector J or d to apply selection.

Auto

64 100 200 400

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Help Displays

Information about camera menu options can be displayed in the COOLPIX S9 monitor. Press the zoom control to l (v) to view a description of the currently selected item.

Continuous Keep the shutter-release button

pressed to take pictures continuously.

Exit

•Press GH to show the previous or next menu item.

•Press d to display the options for the selected item.

• To return to the original menu, press the zoom control to l (v).

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Charging the Battery

The camera uses a rechargeable Nikon EN-EL8 lithium-ion battery (supplied). Charge the battery before first use or when the battery is running low.

1 Plug in the charger.

Connect the power cable to the supplied MH-62 battery charger (1) and insert

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the wall plug into a power outlet (2). The CHARGE lamp will light to show that the charger is on (3).

2 Charge the battery.

Remove the terminal cover from the EN-EL8 and insert into the MH-62.

CHARGE lamp starts blinking when battery is inserted. Charging is complete when lamp stops blinking.

About two hours are required to charge a new or fully depleted battery.

CHARGE lamp Description

Blinks Battery charging.

On Battery fully charged.

Battery error. If ambient temperature is not 0 to 40 °C (32 to

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104 °F), wait until temperature is in this range before charging. Otherwise unplug charger and remove battery immediately and take both devices to retailer or Nikon-authorized service representative.

Charging the Battery

3 Unplug the charger.

Remove the battery and unplug the charger.

j The MH-62 Battery Charger

Before using the MH-62, read and follow the warnings and notices on pages ii to iv of this manual.

The MH-62 is for use with EN-EL8 batteries. Do not use with incompatible batteries. The supplied power cable is intended solely for use with the MH-62 and is for domestic use only. It may be necessary to purchase another cable for use abroad; consult with a local Nikon-authorized retailer or service representative.

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j The EN-EL8 Battery

Before using the EN-EL8, read and follow the warnings and notices on pages ii to iv and 112 of this manual.

Do not use the battery at ambient temperatures below 0 °C (32 °F) or above 40 °C (104 °F). During charging, the temperature should be in the vicinity of 5 to 35 °C (41 to 95 °F). Note that the battery may become hot during use; wait for the battery to cool before charging. Failure to observe these precautions could damage the battery, impair its performance, or prevent it from charging normally.

j When the Battery Is Not in Use

When the battery is not in use, remove it from the camera or battery charger and replace the terminal cover. The camera and battery charger draw minute amounts of current even when off; if left in place, the battery could be drained to the point that it no longer functions.

Inserting the Battery

The camera uses a rechargeable EN-EL8 lithium-ion battery (supplied).

1 Open the battery-chamber/memory card

slot cover.

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2 Insert the battery.

The orange battery latch is pushed aside as the battery is inserted. The battery is fully inserted when the latch clicks back into place.

j Inserting the Battery

Inserting the battery upside down or backwards could damage the camera. Check to be sure the battery is in the correct orientation.

3 Close the battery-chamber/memory card

slot cover.

Inserting 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.

(If the camera is turned off, press o for about a second to turn the camera on in playback mode.)

j Note on the Battery

Read and follow the warnings and cautions on pages ii to iv and 112 of this manual.

j Removing the Battery

Turn the camera off before removing the battery. To eject the battery, open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover and slide the battery latch in the direction shown. The battery can then be removed by hand. Note that the battery may become hot during use; observe due caution when removing the battery.

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k Power Saving Function

In shooting mode, the monitor will dim to reduce the drain on the battery if no operations are performed for about five seconds. The monitor will brighten when camera controls are used.

When no operations are performed for fifteen seconds, the monitor turns off and the poweron lamp blinks. If no operations are performed for another fifteen seconds, the camera enters standby mode. If no operations are performed for another three minutes, the camera turns off. To reactivate the camera from standby mode, press the shutter-release button halfway.

The amount of time allowed to pass before the camera enters standby mode can be specified from the auto off menu (c 104).

Setting Display Language, Date, and Time

A language-selection dialog is displayed the first time the camera is turned on.

1 Turn on the camera.

The power-on lamp (green) will light for a moment

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and the monitor will turn on.

2 Press the multi selector GHIJ to

choose the desired language and press d.

For information on using the multi selector, see “The Multi Selector” (c 8).

3 Press GH to choose [Yes] and press d.

If [No] is selected, the date and time will not be set.

4 Press J.

The home time zone menu is displayed.

If daylight saving time is in effect in the local time zone, press H to choose [DaylightSaving] and press d. The [DaylightSaving] option will be enabled with a check mark (y) and the time will automatically be advanced one hour.

Press G, and then go to step 5 after pressing J.

Date

Set time and date?

Yes

Time zone

London,Casablanca

DaylightSaving

Setting Display Language, Date, and Time

5 Press IJ to select your home time zone

and press d.

The date menu is displayed.

6 Press GH to edit the day ([D]) (order of

the day, month, and year may differ in some areas) and press J.

7 Press GH to edit the month ([M]) and

press J.

8 Press GH to edit the year ([Y]), hour,

and minutes. Press J after setting each item.

[D], [M], and [Y] blink.

9 Choose the order in which the day,

month, and year are displayed and press d.

The settings are applied and monitor display returns to the standard display for the current mode.

Home time zone

London,Casablanca

Back

Date

DMY

Date

DMY

Date

DMY

Date

DMY

200609

0000

200609

0000

200610

0000

200610

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First Steps

Inserting Memory Cards

Pictures are stored in the camera’s internal memory (24 MB) or on removable Secure Digital (SD) memory cards (available separately) (c 109).

If a memory card is inserted in the camera, pictures are automatically stored on the memory card and only pictures recorded to the memory card can be played back, deleted, or transferred.

Remove the memory card to store pictures in the internal memory, or

First Steps

play back or delete pictures from the internal memory.

1 Turn the camera off and open the bat-

tery-chamber/memory card slot cover.

Make sure that the camera is off (power-on lamp is off) before opening the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover.

2 Insert the memory card.

Slide the memory card in until it clicks into place.

j Inserting Memory Cards

Inserting the memory card upside down or backwards could damage the camera or the memory card. Be sure that the memory card is correctly oriented when inserting.

3 Close the battery-chamber/memory card

slot cover.

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