Nikon COOLPIX S9900 Quick Start Guide

Quick Start Guide

DIGITAL CAMERA

Introduction 2

Parts of the Camera 7

Preparing for Shooting 8

Basic Shooting and Playback Operations 14

Other Functions 22

Technical Notes 26

Introduction

Read This First

To get the most from this Nikon product, be sure to read “For Your Safety” (A38-40), “<Important> Notes About Location Data Functions (GPS/ GLONASS, Electronic Compass)” (A42), and “Wi-Fi (Wireless LAN Network)” (A44), and all other instructions thoroughly and keep them where they will be read by all who use the camera.

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

Shooting” (A8) and “Basic Shooting and Playback Operations” (A14).

Downloading the “Reference Manual”

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

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

Downloading ViewNX 2

ViewNX 2 is free software that enables you to transfer images and movies to your computer so that you can view, edit, or share them. To install ViewNX 2, download the ViewNX 2 installer from the Nikon website and follow the on-screen installation instructions. http://nikonimglib.com/nvnx/

Nikon User Support

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

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

Introduction

Confirming the Package Contents

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

COOLPIX S9900 Digital Camera

Charging AC Adapter EH-71P*

Quick Start Guide (this manual)

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

requires a plug adapter. The shape of the plug adapter varies with the country or region of purchase (A9).

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

Camera Strap Rechargeable Li-ion

USB Cable UC-E21

Warranty (printed on the back cover of this manual)

Battery EN-EL12

How to Attach the Camera Strap

• The camera strap can be attached to the eyelet on either side (left and right) of the camera body.

Introduction

Information and Precautions

Holographic seal: Identifies this

device as an authentic Nikon product.

Life-Long Learning

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

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

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

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

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

http://imaging.nikon.com/

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

THE USE OF NON-NIKON ELECTRONIC ACCESSORIES COULD DAMAG E THE CAMERA

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

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

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

Before Taking Important Pictures

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

NIKON WARRANTY.

Introduction

About the Manuals

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

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

• Illustrations and monitor content shown in this manual may differ from the actual

product.

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

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

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

product.

• While every effort was made to ensure that the information in these manuals is

accurate and complete, we would appreciate it were you to bring any errors or omissions to the attention of the Nikon representative in your area (address provided separately).

Notice Concerning Prohibition of Copying or Reproduction

Note that simply being in possession of material that was digitally copied or reproduced by means of a scanner, digital camera or other device may be punishable by law.

• Items prohibited by law from being copied or reproduced

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

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

• Cautions on certain copies and reproductions

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

• Comply with copyright notices

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

Introduction

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 set Record location data of Location data options (A22) to Off after formatting the device and then completely refill it with images containing no private information (for example, images of empty sky). Care should be taken to avoid injury or damage to property when physically destroying data storage devices. For the COOLPIX S9900, the log data saved on the memory card is handled in the same way as other data. To erase the log data that is obtained but not stored on the memory card, select Create log ➝ End log ➝ Erase log.

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

Conformity Marking

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

Press the d button M z menu icon M Conformity marking M k button

Introduction

Parts of the Camera

2134 5

1 Command dial

Power switch/power-on lamp

3 Shutter-release button

4 Mode dial

5 Flash

Zoom control

f :wide-angle

g : telephoto

h : thumbnail playback

i : playback zoom

j :help

7 N-Mark (NFC antenna) 8 K (flash pop-up) control

Charge lamp Flash lamp

10 b (e movie-record) button 11 c (playback) button 12 Z (Wi-Fi) button

Rotary multi selector (multi selector)

14 k (apply selection) button 15 l (delete) button 16 d (menu) button

17 Monitor 18 U (map) button

The Camera Body

Parts of the Camera

Preparing for Shooting

Battery latch

Memory card slot

Insert the Battery and Memory Card

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

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

• Be careful not to insert the battery or memory card upside-down or

backward, as this could cause a malfunction.

B Formatting a Memory Card

The first time you insert a memory card that has been used in another device into this camera, make sure to format it with this camera. Insert the card into the camera, press the d button, and select Format card in the setup menu (A22).

Removing the Battery or Memory Card

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

• Move the battery latch to eject the battery.

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

card.

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

Memory Cards and Internal Memory

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

Preparing for Shooting

Charge the Battery

Charge lamp

Electrical outlet

USB cable (included)

Charging AC Adapter

1 With the battery installed, connect the camera to an

electrical outlet.

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

* The shape of the plug adapter varies according to the country or region in

which the camera was purchased. This step can be omitted if the plug adapter comes permanently bonded to the Charging AC Adapter.

• The charge lamp slowly flashes green to indicate that the battery is charging.

• When charging is complete, the charge lamp turns off. It takes about 2 hour

and 20 minutes to charge a fully exhausted battery.

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

- The ambient temperature is not suited to charging.

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

- The battery is damaged.

2 Disconnect the Charging AC Adapter from the electrical

outlet and then disconnect the USB cable.

Preparing for Shooting

B Notes About the USB Cable

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

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

B Notes About Charging the Battery

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

C Charging Using a Computer or Battery Charger

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

• You can use the Battery Charger MH-65 (available separately) to charge the battery

without using the camera.

Preparing for Shooting

Opening and Adjusting the Angle of the Monitor

Changing the orientation of the monitor is useful when shooting with the camera in a high or a low position, or when taking selfies.

For normal shooting, fold the monitor against the camera body with the screen facing out (3).

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

B Notes About the Monitor

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

Preparing for Shooting

Turn the Camera On and Set the Display Language, Date, and Time

When the camera is turned on for the first time, the language-selection screen and the date and time setting screen for the camera clock are displayed.

1 Press the power switch to turn on

the camera.

• The monitor turns on.

• To turn the camera off, press the power

switch again.

• The power switch is enabled a few seconds after the battery is inserted. Wait a few seconds before pressing the power switch.

2 Use the multi selector

HI to select the desired language and press the k button.

Language

Cancel

Български

Čeština

Dansk

Deutsch

English

Español

3 Select Yes and press the k button. 4 Select your home

time zone and press the k button.

• Press H to display W above the map and enable daylight saving time. Press I to disable it.

London, Casablanca

Back

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

Preparing for Shooting

6 Set the date and time, and press

the k button.

• Use J K to select a field and then use HI to set the date and time.

• Select the minute field and press the k button to confirm the setting.

Date and time

D M

2015

Edit

7 When the confirmation dialog is displayed, use HI to

select Yes and press the k button.

• When settings are finished, the lens extends and the camera switches to shooting mode.

C Changing the Language or the Date and Time Setting

• You can change these settings using the Language and Time zone and date

settings in the z setup menu (A22).

• You can enable or disable daylight saving time in the z setup menu by selecting

Time zone and date followed by Time zone. Enabling daylight saving time moves the clock forward one hour, and disabling it moves the clock back one hour.

C The Clock Battery

• The camera’s clock is powered by a built-in backup battery. The backup battery charges when the main battery is inserted into the camera or when the camera is connected to an optional AC adapter, and it can run the clock for several days after about 10 hours of charging.

• If the camera’s backup battery becomes exhausted, the date and time setting screen is displayed when the camera is turned on. Set the date and time again (A12).

Preparing for Shooting

Basic Shooting and Playback

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Battery level indicator

Number of

exposures remaining

Operations

Shooting with A (Auto) Mode

1 Rotate the mode dial to A.

• The camera enters A (auto) mode

and can be used for general shooting.

• Battery level indicator

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

• Number of exposures remaining

C is displayed when no memory card is inserted in the camera, and images are saved in the internal memory.

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F3.7

2 Hold the camera steady.

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

• When taking pictures in portrait (“tall”) orientation, turn the camera so that the flash is above the lens.

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3 Frame the picture.

Zoom out Zoom in

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

4 Press the shutter-release

button halfway.

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

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

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

5 Without lifting your finger, press

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

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