Nikon E5900, E7900 User Manual
The Nikon Guide to Digital Photography
with the
DIGITAL CAMERA
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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 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 product to prevent possible injury.
WARNINGS
Do not look at the sun through
the viewfinder
Viewing the sun or other strong light
source through the viewfinder could
cause permanent visual impairment.
Turn off immediately in the
event of malfunction
Should you notice smoke or an unusual
smell coming from the camera, battery
charger, or AC adapter (available separately), unplug the battery charger or
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 Nikon-authorized service representative for inspection.
Do not use 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.
Do not place strap around the
neck of an infant or child
Placing the camera strap around the
neck of an infant or child could result
in strangulation.
Keep out of reach of children
Particular care should be taken to prevent infants from putting the batteries
or other small parts into their mouths.
Do not disassemble
Touching the internal parts of the
camera or battery charger could result
in injury. Repairs should be performed
only by qualified technicians. Should
the camera or battery charger break
open as the result of a fall or other
accident, take the product to a Nikonauthorized service representative for
inspection after unplugging the product and/or removing the battery.
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
thunderstorms. 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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• Do not handle the plug or battery
charger with wet hands. Failure to
observe this precaution could result
in electric shock.
Observe proper precautions
when handling batteries
Batteries may leak or explode if
improperly handled. Observe the following precautions when handling a
battery for use in this product:
• Before replacing the battery, turn
the product off and make sure the
Power-on Lamp has gone out. If
you are using an AC adapter, be
sure it is unplugged.
• Before replacing the battery, turn
the product off. If you are using an
AC adapter, be sure it is
unplugged.
• Use only rechargeable Nikon ENEL5 lithium-ion batteries (supplied)
or CP1 lithium batteries (available
separately).
• When inserting the battery, do not
attempt to insert it upside down or
backwards.
• Do not short or disassemble batteries.
• Do not expose batteries 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.
• Batteries are prone to leakage
when fully discharged. To avoid
damage to the product, be sure to
remove the battery when no
charge remains.
• Immediately after use, or when the
product is used on battery power
for an extended period, the battery
may become hot. Before removing
the battery, turn the camera off
and allow the battery to cool.
• Discontinue use immediately
should you notice any change in
the battery, such as discoloration
or deformation.
Use appropriate cables, batteries, battery chargers, and AC
adapters
Use only the cables, batteries, battery
chargers, and AC adapters provided or
sold by Nikon for the purpose, to
maintain compliance with product regulations.
Removing memory cards
Memory cards may become hot during use. Observe due caution when
removing memory cards from the
camera.
Handle moving parts with care
Be careful that your fingers or other
objects are not pinched by the lens or
other moving parts.
CD-ROMs
The CD-ROMs on which the software
and manuals are distributed should
not be played back on audio CD
equipment. Playing CD-ROMs on an
audio CD player could cause hearing
loss or damage the equipment.
Observe caution when operating 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”) from the subject.
Do not fire the unit while the
flash head is touching a person
or object
Such use can result in the person
being burned, and/or their clothes
igniting from the heat of the flash’s
firing.
Avoid contact with liquid crystal
Should the monitor break, care
should be taken to avoid injury due to
broken glass and to prevent liquid
crystal from the monitor touching the
skin or entering the eyes or mouth.
Keep dry
Do not immerse in or exposure to
water. Continuing to use the product
under such circumstances may cause
fire or an electric shock.
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Notices
• 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.
• Nikon reserves the right to change the specifications of the hardware and software described in
these manuals at any time and without prior notice.
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.
• 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 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).
E7900/E5900
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, U.S.A.
Tel.: 631-547-4200
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Notice for customers in Canada
CAUTION ATTENTION
This class B digital apparatus meets all
requirements of the Canadian Interference
Causing Equipment Regulations.
Cet appareil numéique de la classe B
respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement
sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada.
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 o n 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.
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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, AC adapters, and Speedlights) 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
Li-ion batteries not approved by Nikon 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 with you 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.
Life-Long Learning
As part of Nikon's “Life-Long Learning” commitment to ongoing product support and
education, continually-updated information is available on-line at the following sites:
• For users in the U.S.A.: http://www.nikonusa.com/
• For users in Europe: http://www.europe-nikon.com/support
• For users in Asia, Oceania, the Middle East, and Africa: http://www.nikon-asia.com/
Visit these 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/
NIKON WARRANTY. The use of third-party rechargeable
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Table of Contents
For Your Safety ..................................................................................................................... i
Notices ............................................................................................................................... iii
Table of Contents ............................................................................................................... vi
Introduction........................................................................................................................ 1
Before You Begin ................................................................................ 2
Parts of the Camera ............................................................................................................ 2
The Monitor........................................................................................................................ 4
The Mode Dial .................................................................................................................... 6
Navigating the Menus ......................................................................................................... 7
The Shutter-Release Button ................................................................................................. 7
First Steps............................................................................................. 8
Charging the Battery........................................................................................................... 8
Inserting Batteries ............................................................................................................. 10
Inserting Memory Cards.................................................................................................... 12
Checking the Battery Level................................................................................................ 14
Basic Setup ....................................................................................................................... 16
Basic Photography............................................................................. 19
Step 1–Select Mode................................................................................................... 19
Step 2–Frame the Picture .................................................................................................. 21
Step 3–Focus and Shoot.................................................................................................... 23
Step 4–View the Results (Full-screen Playback) .................................................................. 25
Scene Mode ....................................................................................... 28
Assist and Scene Modes .................................................................................................... 28
Framing Assist................................................................................................................... 30
Scene Mode............................................................................................................. 36
Taking Pictures for a Panorama.................................................................................. 42
More on Photography....................................................................... 44
When Lighting Is Poor: Using the Flash ......................................................................... 44
Taking a Self-Portrait: Using the Self-Timer .................................................................. 46
Easy Close-Ups: Macro Close-Up Mode ....................................................................... 48
Controlling Exposure: Exposure Compensation ........................................................... 49
Movies................................................................................................ 51
Setting the Movie Recording (Movie Menu)....................................................................... 51
Recording Movies........................................................................................................ 55
Viewing Movies ................................................................................................................ 56
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More on Playback.............................................................................. 57
Viewing Pictures on the Camera........................................................................................ 57
Cropping Pictures .............................................................................................................. 60
Adjusting a Picture Tone Automatically (D-Lighting)........................................................... 61
Voice Memos: Recording and Playback .............................................................................. 62
Viewing Pictures on TV ...................................................................................................... 64
Viewing Pictures on a Computer ....................................................................................... 65
Printing Pictures ................................................................................................................ 70
Print Set ...................................................................................................................... 71
Printing via Direct USB Connection .................................................................................... 74
The Shooting Menu........................................................................... 80
Using the Shooting Menu.................................................................................................. 80
Image Mode ................................................................................................................ 83
White Balance ............................................................................................................. 86
Metering ..................................................................................................................... 88
Continuous ................................................................................................................. 89
Best Shot Selector........................................................................................................ 91
Color Options .............................................................................................................. 92
Image Adjustment ....................................................................................................... 93
Image Sharpening ....................................................................................................... 94
Sensitivity .................................................................................................................... 95
Auto Bracketing .......................................................................................................... 96
Saturation Control ....................................................................................................... 97
AF Area Mode ............................................................................................................. 98
Auto-focus Mode ...................................................................................................... 101
Noise Reduction ........................................................................................................ 102
The Playback Menu ......................................................................... 103
Using the Playback Menu ................................................................................................ 103
Slide Show ................................................................................................................ 105
Delete ....................................................................................................................... 107
Protect ...................................................................................................................... 109
Transfer Marking ....................................................................................................... 110
Small Pic.................................................................................................................... 112
Copy ......................................................................................................................... 113
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The Set-up Menu ............................................................................. 116
Using the Set-up Menu ................................................................................................... 116
Welcome Screen ....................................................................................................... 118
Date.......................................................................................................................... 120
Monitor Settings ....................................................................................................... 122
Date Imprint.............................................................................................................. 124
AF Assist ................................................................................................................... 126
Sound Settings .......................................................................................................... 127
Blur Warning............................................................................................................. 128
Auto Off ................................................................................................................... 129
Format Memory/Card ............................................................................................. 130
Language.................................................................................................................. 132
Interface (USB/Video mode)....................................................................................... 132
Auto Transfer ............................................................................................................ 133
Reset All.................................................................................................................... 134
Menus ...................................................................................................................... 135
Firmware Version ...................................................................................................... 135
Technical Notes................................................................................ 136
Optional Accessories ....................................................................................................... 136
Caring for Your Camera .................................................................................................. 138
Error Messages ............................................................................................................... 141
Troubleshooting.............................................................................................................. 145
Specifications.................................................................................................................. 148
Index .............................................................................................................................. 152
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Before You Begin
Parts of the Camera
Shutter-release Button ( 7)
Before You Begin
Power-on Lamp
(14)
Mode Dial ( 6)
Self-timer Lamp ( 46)/
AF-Assist Illuminator (LED; 24, 138, 148)
Viewfinder
Built-in Speedlight
( 44)
Power Switch
(14)
Eyelet for
camera strap
Memory card
slot Cover
(12)
Power Connector Cover (for
AC adapter kit 137)
Attaching the Camera Strap
Microphone
(62)
Lens
( 21)
Lens not extended
Lens Cover
2
Zoom ( / ) Buttons ( 21)
Delete Button ( 26)
Green (AF) Lamp ( 23)
Red ( ) Lamp ( 23)
Viewfinder
( 21)
Monitor
(4, 5)
Interface connector Cover
Tripod Socket ( 43, 46)
USB ( 67)/
Audio/Video (A/V) out
( 64) Connector
Speaker
Button ( 81, 103)
Play Button
(center)/
(D-Lighting)
(7, 65)
Multi Selector
(/ / / )
(7)
Battery-chamber
Cover ( 10)
Power Connector Cover (for
AC adapter kit 137)
Before You Begin
(transfer)/
Interface connector Cover
Battery Latch ( 10)
Battery-chamber Cover ( 10)
3
The Monitor
Shooti
ng
Before You Begin
30
29
28
23
26
27
24
25
20
21
19
22
1 Shooting mode . . . . . 19, 28, 53
2 Image sharpening . . . . . . . . . 94
3 Focus indicator
4 Zoom indicator
1)
. . . . . . . . .23
2)
. . . . . . . . .21
5 Macro close-up mode . . . . . . 48
6 Battery level indicator
7 Internal memory/memory card
indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
8 Camera shake icon
9 “Date not set” icon
10 Time zone indicator
11 Self-timer indicator . . . . . . . . 46
12 Date imprint indicator . . . . .124
13 Date counter/
stored date number . . . . . . 125
14 Number of exposures remaining/
length of movie. . . . . 19, 20, 55
15 Flash mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
16 Focus area
7)
. . . . . . . . . .23, 98
17 Image quality . . . . . . . . . . . .83
18 Image size. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
19 Exposure compensation . . . . 49
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20 Sensitivity (ISO equivalency) . 95
21 Bracketing
22 White balance bracketing
23 Best Shot Selector (BSS) . . . . 91
3)
. . . . . 14
24 Noise reduction . . . . . . . . . 102
25 Continuous shooting mode . . . 89
26 White balance . . . . . . . . . . . 86
4)
. . 45, 141
5)
. . . . . . 18
6)
. . . . . 120
27 Image adjustment . . . . . . . . 93
28 Color options. . . . . . . . . . . . 92
29 Saturation control . . . . . . . . 97
30 Electronic VR . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
1) Appears when the Shutter-release Button is pressed
halfway.
2) Appears when the Zoom Buttons are pressed.
3) Appears when the battery is running low.
4) Blinks at slow shutter speeds to warn that pictures
may be blurred.
5) Blinks when the camera clock has not been set.
6) Appears when the new city time zone has been set.
7) Displays the focus area when the Shutter-release
Button is pressed halfway if AF area mode has
been set to Auto.
8) Appears when Auto bracketing has been set to
On.
9) Appears when WB (white balance) bracketing has
been set.
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9
10
11
12
8)
13
. . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
9)
. 96
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1 Current folder. . . . . . . . . . . . 27
2 File number and type . . . . . . 27
3 Internal memory/memory card
indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
4 Battery level indicator* . . . . . 14
5 Volume indicator. . . . . . . . . 127
6 Voice memo recording guide . . 62
7 Voice memo playback guide. . . 62
8 Current frame number/total
number of frames/length of
movie . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25, 55
Display in the Monitor
Use Photo info in Monitor settings of the Set-up menu to switch to display or hide
information for shooting or playback ( 122).
Monitor shows current settings and
view through lens
If the battery level indicator appears, the monitor will turn off temporarily while the
flash is charging ( 14, 24).
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Monitor shows view
through lens only
9 Voice memo icon. . . . . . . . . 62
10 Movie playback icon . . . . . . 56
11 Image quality. . . . . . . . . . . . 83
12 Image size . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
13 Movie indicator . . . . . . . . . . 55
14 Protect icon . . . . . . . . . . . . 108
15 Print-order icon . . . . . . . . . . 71
16 Transfer icon . . . . . . . . . . . 110
17 Time of recording . . . . . . . . 16
18 Date of recording. . . . . . . . . 16
* Appears when the battery is running low.
Monitor off
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The Mode Dial
Using the Mode Dial, you can select from seven Shooting modes and the Setup mode. Choose a Shooting mode according to shooting conditions.
Before You Begin
To select a mode, align the mode icon with the
“ ” mark next to the Mode Dial.
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Navigating the Menus
The Multi Selector is used to navigate through the camera menus.
The Shutter-Release Button
Your camera has a two stage Shutter-release Button. The camera sets focus
and exposure when the button is pressed halfway. The Green (AF) Lamp next
to the viewfinder and the focus indicator in the monitor will light when the
focus operation is complete. Focus and exposure will remain locked while the
Shutter-release Button is pressed halfway. To take the picture, press the Shutter-release Button the rest of the way down.
Before You Begin
7
First Steps
Charging the Battery
The camera uses a rechargeable Nikon EN-EL5 lithium-ion battery (supplied).
Charge the battery before first use or when the battery is running low.
Connect the power cable
1
Connect the power cable to the supplied MH-61 battery charger ( )
and insert the wall plug into a power outlet ( ). The CHARGE lamp
First Steps
will light to show that the charger is on ( ).
Charge the battery
2
Remove the terminal cover from EN-EL5
and insert the battery into the MH-61,
making sure that the small projection on
the battery is inserted into the matching
pit on the charger.
About two hours are required to charge a
fully depleted battery.
CHARGE
lamp
Blinks Battery charging.
On Battery fully charged.
Flickers Battery error. If ambient temper-
ature is not 5–35 °C (41–95 °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.
Description
CHARGE lamp starts blinking
when battery is inserted.
Charging is complete when
lamp stops blinking.
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Unplug the charger
3
Remove the battery and unplug the charger.
The MH-61 Battery Charger
Before using the MH-61, read and follow the warnings and notices on pages
i–v of this manual.
The MH-61 is for use with EN-EL5 batteries. Do not use with non-compatible batteries.
The supplied power cable is intended solely for use with the MH-61 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.
EN-EL5 Batteries
Before using the EN-EL5, read and follow the warnings and notices on pages
i–v and 140 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 5–35 °C (41–
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.
First Steps
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.
Recycle Used Batteries
Used batteries are a valuable resource. Please recycle used batteries in accordance with
local regulations.
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Inserting Batteries
Insert an EN-EL5 battery that has been fully-charged using the supplied MH61 battery charger into your camera.
Open the Battery-chamber Cover
1
Slide the cover in the direction shown in ( )
until it stops and open the cover ( ).
First Steps
Insert the battery
2
Insert the battery as shown in the label at
the entrance to the battery chamber, making
sure the positive “+” and negative “–” terminals are in the correct orientation. The
small projection on the battery is on the
same side as the negative terminal.
Inserting Batteries
Inserting the battery
upside down or
backwards could
damage the camera.
Check to be sure the
battery is in the correct orientation.
The orange battery latch is pushed aside as the battery is
inserted. The latch will close when the battery is fully inserted.
Battery Latch
10
Close the Battery-chamber Cover
3
Close the cover ( ) and slide it in until it
latches ( ).
Ensure the cover is closed firmly.
Replacing Batteries
Turn the camera off and make sure that the Power-on Lamp
has gone out before opening the Battery-chamber Cover.
Slide the Battery Latch in the direction indicated to eject the
battery, which can then be removed using your fingers.
• Note that the battery may become hot during use. Observe due caution when removing the battery.
CP1
Your camera also uses a non-rechargeable CP1 lithium
batteries (×1).
Make sure the orientation and the positive/negative terminals are correct, and then insert the battery in the
same way as EN-EL5.
First Steps
Alternative Power Sources
To power the camera continuously for extended periods, use an optional EH-62A AC
adapter. Do not, under any circumstances, use another make or model of AC
adapter kit. Failure to observe this precaution could result in overheating or in damage
to the camera.
For more information on attaching instructions for EH-62A AC adapter kit, see “Connecting the EH-62A AC Adapter Kit” ( 137).
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Inserting Memory Cards
Pictures can be stored in the camera’s internal memory (about 13.5 MB) or on Secure Digital (SD) memory card. If no memory card has been inserted in the camera,
pictures will be stored in the camera’s internal memory, and if the camera contains
a memory card, then pictures will automatically be stored on the card.
To store pictures in the internal memory, remove the memory card.
Confirm that the camera is off
1
First Steps
The Power-on Lamp should be off.
Open the Memory card slot Cover
2
Slide the cover in the direction shown in ( )
until it stops, and the cover will open automatically ( ).
Insert the memory card
3
Insert the memory card in the direction of the
arrow shown on the label at the entrance to
the memory card slot until it stops.
Inserting Memory Cards
Insert the memory card terminals first. Inserting the
card upside down or backwards could damage the
camera or the card. Check
to be sure the card is in the
correct orientation.
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Close the Memory card slot Cover
4
Close the cover ( ) and slide it until it
latches ( ).
Ensure the cover is closed firmly.
The Write Protect Switch
Memory cards are equipped with a write protect switch to prevent accidental loss of
data. When this switch is in the “lock” position, pictures can not be recorded, deleted,
or edited, and the card can not be formatted. Do not lock the card when taking, deleting, or editing pictures or when transferring pictures to a computer.
Write protect switch
When the memory card is locked,
pictures can be played back but can
not be recorded, deleted, edited, or
transferred using the ( ) Button on the camera, and the card can
not be formatted.
Formatting Memory Cards
When using the memory cards formatted by the device other than E7900/E5900, format them using the E7900/E5900 before first use. For information on formatting memory cards, see Format Memory/Card ( 130) in the Set-up menu.
Removing Memory Cards
Memory cards can be removed without loss of data
when the camera is off. To remove memory cards, turn
the camera off and confirm that the Power-on Lamp is
Do not open the memory card slot cover while
off.
the Power-on Lamp is lit. Open the Memory card slot
Cover and press the memory card to partially eject the
card. The card can then be removed by hand.
• Memory cards may become hot during use; observe due caution when removing memory cards.
First Steps
Memory Cards
• Use only Secure Digital (SD) memory cards.
• Do not disassemble or modify.
• Do not drop, bend, or expose to water or strong physical shocks.
• Do not touch the metal terminals with your fingers or metal objects.
• Do not affix labels or stickers to the memory card.
• Do not leave in direct sunlight in a closed vehicle or in other areas exposed to high temperatures.
• Do not expose to high levels of humidity or to corrosive gas.
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Checking the Battery Level
Turn the camera on
1
• Press the Power Switch.
• The Power-on Lamp lights when the cam-
era is on.
First Steps
Check the battery level in the moni-
2
tor
When the camera is turned on for the first
time, a language-selection dialog will be displayed. Choose the desired language and
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Battery Level
Display Meaning
NO ICON Battery fully charged.
Low battery. If flash fires, monitor turns off while Speed-
(lights)
WARNING!!
BATTERY
EXHAUSTED
The Red ( ) and Green (AF) Lamps will blink when the “WARNING!! BATTERY EXHAUSTED” warning is displayed.
light recharges.
Battery exhausted. Replace with new or fully charged
battery.
press . See “Basic Setup” ( 16).
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Turning the Camera Off
To turn the camera off when the Power-on Lamp is lit, press the Power Switch.
• Do not remove the battery or disconnect the EH-62A AC adapter kit (optional) until the poweron lamp has gone out.
The Button
The camera can also be turned on by pressing the Button for about two seconds.
The monitor will show full-screen playback ( 57).
The Power-On Lamp
The power-on lamp indicates the following:
When the Power-on Lamp is The camera is
On On
Blinking In standby mode
Off Off
Auto Power Off (Standby Mode)
If no operations are performed for one minute (default setting), the monitor will turn
off automatically and the camera will enter standby mode to reduce the drain on the
battery. While the camera is in standby mode, the Power-on Lamp will blink. If no operations are performed for three minutes after the camera enters standby mode, the
power will turn off automatically and the Power-on Lamp will go out. The camera will
be reactivated from standby mode when you:
• Press the Power Switch
• Press the Shutter-release Button halfway
• Press the
• Press the Button to display the menu for the current mode
• Rotate the Mode Dial to select a new mode
The length of time before the camera enters standby mode can be changed using the
Auto off option in the Set-up menu ( 129). However, when a menu is displayed, the
monitor will turn off after three minutes, and when pictures are being shown in a slide
show ( 105) or when the camera is powered by an AC adapter kit, the monitor will
turn off after thirty minutes.
When connecting the camera to a computer or printer with a USB cable, Auto power
off function does not work.
Sleep Mode
Turning sleep mode on will cause the camera to enter standby mode when there is no
change in the brightness of the subject, even before the time selected in the Auto off
option has elapsed ( 129).
Button to view the last picture taken
First Steps
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Basic Setup
The first time the camera is turned on, a language-selection dialog will be displayed in the monitor. Follow the steps below to choose a language and set
the time and date.
DeutschDeutsch
EnglishEnglish
EspañolEspañol
First Steps
FrançaisFrançais
ItalianoItaliano
NederlandsNederlands
Cancel
SvenskaSvenska
ConfirmConfirm
Highlight Deutsch (German), English, Español (Spanish), Français
(French), Italiano, (Italian), Nederlands (Dutch), Svenska (Swedish),
(Japanese), (Simplified Chinese), (Traditional
Chinese) or (Korean), and press
.
TIME ZONE
TIME ZONE
London, Casablanca
DaylightSaving
ConfirmConfirm
Time zone menu displayed.*
HOME TIME ZONE
HOME TIME ZONE
DATEDATE
Set time and date?
No
Ye s
ConfirmConfirm
Confirmation dialog displayed.
Highlight Yes.
* To turn daylight saving time on or
off, press to highlight Day-
lightSaving and press . When
DaylightSaving is checked, time
will automatically be advanced
one hour ( 121). To return to
Step 3, press to highlight current time zone.
HOME TIME ZONE
HOME TIME ZONE
London, Casablanca
Back
Back
Confirm
Confirm
London, Casablanca
Back
Back
Display map of world time zones. Select home time zone.
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Confirm
Confirm
DATE
DATE
DM Y
01 01 . 2005
00 : 00
DATE
DATE
DM Y
01 01 . 2005
00 : 00
Display date menu. Edit Day (order of Day, Month, and
Year may differ in some areas).
DATE
DATE
DM Y
01 01 2005
00 : 00
Select Month. Repeat steps 7 - 8 to
Highlight D M Y.
DATE
DATE
DM Y
01 03 . 2005
10 : 00
ConfirmConfirm
edit Month, Year, hour, and minute.
DATE
DATE
MD Y
03 01 . 2005
10 : 00
ConfirmConfirm
Choose order in which Day, Month,
and Year will be displayed.
Exit to mode currently selected with
the Mode Dial.
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Note that time and date of recording will not be imprinted on pictures
unless Date or Date and time is
selected for Date imprint ( 124).
First Steps
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Date not Set
If you exit without setting time and date, the (“date not set”) icon will flash in the
monitor when the camera is in shooting mode and all pictures will have time stamp of
“0000.00.00 00:00” (still images) or “2005.01.01 00:00” (movies).
The Clock Battery
When the main battery is installed or the camera is powered by an EH-62A AC adapter
(optional), the clock battery will charge in about ten hours. When fully charged, the
clock battery can provide a few days of back-up power.
First Steps
The Camera Clock
The camera clock is less accurate than most watches or household clocks. Check the
clock regularly against more accurate timepieces and reset as necessary.
Time Zones
The local time or daylight saving time can be set when traveling abroad. See Date
( 120) in the Set-up menu for details.
Setting the Clock from PictureProject (Windows XP/Mac OS X Only)
If the camera is connected with the USB option set to PTP ( 65) in the Interface
menu of the Set-up menu, PictureProject (provided) can be used to set the camera
clock to the same time and date as the computer. See the PictureProject Reference
Manual (on CD) for details.
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Basic Photography
Step 1–Select Mode
This section details the basic steps involved in taking pictures in (Auto
shooting mode). In this automatic, “point-and-shoot” mode, the majority of
camera settings are controlled by the camera in response to shooting conditions, producing optimal results in most situations.
Rotate the Mode Dial to
1
Turn the camera on
2
The Power-on Lamp will light and the monitor will display a welcome screen ( 118).
The camera is ready to shoot when the monitor shows the view through the camera
lens.
Shooting mode
indicates Auto shooting mode.
Image size
Choose from five options depending on
how you plan to use
the picture ( 84).
The default setting is
E7900: 7M (3072 ×
2304), E5900: 5M
× 1944).
(2592
Image quality
Choose from three options
depending on how you
plan to use the picture
( 83). The default setting
is NORMAL.
Internal memory/memory card
When the camera contains a memory
card, is displayed, and when there is
no memory card in the camera, is
displayed.
Number of exposures
remaining
The number of pictures
that can be stored on
the internal memory or
a memory card depends
on the capacity of the
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Flash mode
Choose from five modes depending
on lighting and your creative intent
(44).
memory or memory card
and the option chosen
for Image mode (Im-
age quality and Image
size) ( 85).
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Basic Photography
Number of Exposures Remaining
If the number of exposures remaining is zero, the message “OUT OF MEMORY” will be
displayed in the monitor and no further pictures can be taken until you:
• Choose a lower image quality or image size setting ( 83) (depending on the condition, no fur-
ther pictures may be taken even if you change the setting).
• Insert a new memory card ( 12).
• Remove the memory card so that pictures will be recorded in the internal memory ( 13) (pic-
tures can be taken only when the internal memory has space).
• Delete some pictures in the internal memory or on a memory card.
Available Functions in Auto Shooting Mode
In (Auto shooting) mode, the Flash ( 44), Self-timer ( 46), Macro close-up
( 48), and Exposure compensation ( 49) can be set. Also, (Auto shooting)
mode provides fourteen shooting menu options such as White balance, Image
Basic Photography
sharpening and Continuous. See “Using the Shooting Menu” ( 80).
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