Nikon L21, L22 User Manual

DIGITAL CAMERA

User’s Manual

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Introduction

First Steps

A Shooting in the Auto Mode

C Shooting Suited for the Scene

c More on Playback

D Movies

Connecting to Televisions, Computers and Printers

d Shooting, Playback and Setup Menus

Technical Notes

Basic Photography and Playback: Easy Auto Mode

Taking Pictures of Smiling Faces (Smart Portrait Mode)

For Your Safety

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

The consequences that could result from failure to observe the precautions listed in this section are indicated by the following symbol:

This icon marks warnings, information that should be read before using this Nikon product, to prevent possible injury.

WARNINGS

Turn off in the event of malfunction

Should you notice smoke or an unusual smell coming from the camera or AC adapter, unplug the AC adapter and remove the batteries immediately, taking care to avoid burns. Continued operation could result in injury. After removing or disconnecting the power source, take the equipment to a Nikonauthorized service representative for inspection.

Do not disassemble

Touching the internal parts of the camera or AC adapter could result in injury. Repairs should be performed only by qualified technicians. Should the camera or AC adapter break open as the result of a fall or other accident, take the product to a Nikon-authorized service representative for inspection, after unplugging the product and/or removing the batteries.

Do not use the camera or AC adapter in the presence of flammable gas

Do not use electronic equipment in the presence of flammable gas, as this could result in explosion or fire.

Handle the camera strap with care

Never place the strap around the neck of an infant or child.

Keep out of reach of children

Particular care should be taken to prevent infants from putting the batteries or other small parts into their mouths.

For Your Safety

Observe caution when handling batteries

Batteries may leak or explode if improperly handled. Observe the following precautions when handling batteries for use in this product:

• Before replacing the batteries, turn the product off. If you are using an AC adapter, be sure it is unplugged.

• Use only the batteries approved for use in this product (A 14). Do not combine old and new batteries or batteries of different makes or types.

• If Nikon rechargeable Ni-MH batteries EN-MH2 (EN-MH2-B2 or EN-MH2-B4) are purchased separately, charge and use each of them as a set. Do not combine batteries from different pairs.

• The EN-MH2 rechargeable batteries are for use with Nikon digital cameras only, and are compatible with COOLPIX L22/L21.

Do not use EN-MH2 rechargeable batteries with incompatible devices.

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Insert batteries in the correct orientation.

• Do not short or disassemble batteries or attempt to remove or break battery insulation or casing.

• Do not expose batteries to flame or to excessive heat. Do not immerse in or expose to water.

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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 batteries when no charge remains.

• Discontinue use immediately should you notice any change in the batteries, such as discoloration or deformation.

If liquid from damaged batteries comes

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in contact with clothing or skin, rinse immediately with plenty of water.

Observe the following precautions when handling the Battery Chargers (available separately)

• 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 lightning 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 Nikonauthorized service representative for inspection. Failure to observe these precautions could result in fire or electric shock.

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

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For Your Safety

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Do not use with travel converters or adapters designed to convert from one voltage to another or with DC-to-AC inverters. Failure to observe this precaution could damage the product or result in overheating or fire.

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 CD-ROMs 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 1 m (3 ft. 4 in.) from the subject.

Do not operate the flash with the flash window touching a person or object

Failure to observe this precaution could result in burns or fire.

Avoid contact with liquid crystal

Should the monitor break, care should be taken to avoid injury caused by broken glass and to prevent liquid crystal from the monitor touching the skin or entering the eyes or mouth.

Turn the power off when using inside an airplane or the hospital

Turn the power off while inside the airplane during take off or landing. Follow the instructions of the hospital when using while in a hospital. The electromagnetic waves given out by this camera may disrupt the electronic systems of the airplane or the instruments of the hospital.

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.

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

Notices

Notice for customers in Canada

CAUTION

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

ATTENTION

Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

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.

This symbol on the battery indicates that the battery is to be collected separately.

The following apply only to users in European countries:

• All batteries, whether marked with this symbol or not, are designated for separate collection at an appropriate collection point. Do not dispose of as household waste.

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

Table of Contents

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

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

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

Introduction ...........................................................................................................................................1

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

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

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

The Camera Body ...................................................................................................................................................4

The Monitor................................................................................................................................................................8

Basic Operations...................................................................................................................................10

A (shooting mode) button .........................................................................................................................10

c (playback) button........................................................................................................................................10

The Multi Selector................................................................................................................................................11

d button.............................................................................................................................................................12

Switching Between Tabs.................................................................................................................................12

Help Displays..........................................................................................................................................................13

About the Shutter-release Button.............................................................................................................13

Attaching the Camera Strap.........................................................................................................................13

First Steps.............................................................................................................................................14

Inserting the Batteries........................................................................................................................14

Applicable Batteries ...........................................................................................................................................14

Turning On and Off the Camera.................................................................................................................14

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

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

Removing Memory Cards...............................................................................................................................19

G Basic Photography and Playback: Easy Auto Mode .......................................................20

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

Indicators Displayed in G (Easy auto) Mode.....................................................................................21

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

Using the Zoom....................................................................................................................................................23

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

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

Viewing Pictures (Playback Mode)............................................................................................................26

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

Easy auto mode ....................................................................................................................................28

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A Auto Mode..................................................................................................................................... 29

Shooting in the Auto Mode..............................................................................................................29

Using the Flash......................................................................................................................................30

Taking Pictures with the Self-timer ...............................................................................................32

Macro Mode...........................................................................................................................................33

Exposure Compensation...................................................................................................................34

C Shooting Suited for the Scene................................................................................................ 35

Using the Scene Mode .......................................................................................................................35

Setting the Scene Mode..................................................................................................................................35

Features .....................................................................................................................................................................36

Taking Pictures for Food Mode...................................................................................................................43

Taking Pictures for a Panorama..................................................................................................................44

F Taking Pictures of Smiling Faces (Smart Portrait Mode) ..............................................46

Using Smart Portrait Mode...............................................................................................................46

c More on Playback....................................................................................................................... 48

Viewing Multiple Pictures: Thumbnail Playback ......................................................................48

Calendar Display...................................................................................................................................................49

Taking a Closer Look: Playback Zoom..........................................................................................50

Editing Pictures.....................................................................................................................................51

Enhancing Brightness and Contrast: D-Lighting..............................................................................52

Resizing Pictures: Small Picture...................................................................................................................53

Creating a Cropped Copy: Crop.................................................................................................................54

D Movies .............................................................................................................................................55

Recording Movies ................................................................................................................................55

The Movie Menu...................................................................................................................................56

D Selecting Movie Options .........................................................................................................................56

Movie Playback.....................................................................................................................................57

Deleting Movie Files...........................................................................................................................................57

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Connecting to Televisions, Computers and Printers............................................................58

Connecting to a TV..............................................................................................................................58

Connecting to a Computer...............................................................................................................59

Before Connecting the Camera..................................................................................................................59

Transferring Pictures from a Camera to a Computer ....................................................................60

Connecting to a Printer......................................................................................................................64

Connecting the Camera and Printer........................................................................................................65

Printing Pictures One at a Time..................................................................................................................66

Printing Multiple Pictures...............................................................................................................................67

Creating a DPOF Print Order: Print Set.........................................................................................70

d Shooting, Playback and Setup Menus .............................................................................72

Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu.......................................................................................72

Displaying the Shooting Menu...................................................................................................................73

A Image mode....................................................................................................................................................74

B White Balance................................................................................................................................................76

C Continuous ......................................................................................................................................................78

F Color Options .................................................................................................................................................79

Camera Settings that Cannot Be Set at the Same Time..............................................................80

Playback Options: The Playback Menu ........................................................................................81

Displaying the Playback Menu....................................................................................................................81

b Slide Show........................................................................................................................................................83

c Delete...................................................................................................................................................................84

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Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu..........................................................................................85

Displaying the Setup Menu...........................................................................................................................86

a Menus .................................................................................................................................................................87

c Welcome Screen...........................................................................................................................................88

d Date.......................................................................................................................................................................89

e Monitor Settings..........................................................................................................................................92

f Date Imprint.....................................................................................................................................................94

w Electronic VR...................................................................................................................................................95

U Motion detection..........................................................................................................................................96

h AF Assist............................................................................................................................................................97

i Sound Settings ..............................................................................................................................................98

k Auto Off..............................................................................................................................................................99

l Format Memory/m Format Card....................................................................................................100

n Language ........................................................................................................................................................101

o Video Mode .............................................................................................................................................101

d Blink Warning...............................................................................................................................................102

p Reset All...........................................................................................................................................................103

s Battery Type..................................................................................................................................................105

d Protect ............................................................................................................................................................106

f Rotate Image................................................................................................................................................107

h Copy..................................................................................................................................................................108

r Firmware Version .....................................................................................................................................109

Technical Notes................................................................................................................................110

Optional Accessories ....................................................................................................................... 110

Approved Memory Cards............................................................................................................................110

Image File and Folder Names.......................................................................................................111

Caring for the Camera.....................................................................................................................112

Cleaning .................................................................................................................................................................114

Storage....................................................................................................................................................................115

Error Messages...................................................................................................................................116

Troubleshooting................................................................................................................................119

Specifications ..................................................................................................................................... 124

Supported Standards.....................................................................................................................................128

Index...................................................................................................................................................... 129

Introduction

About This Manual

Thank you for your purchase of a Nikon COOLPIX L22/COOLPIX L21 digital camera. This manual was written to help you enjoy taking pictures with your Nikon digital camera. Read this manual thoroughly before use, and keep it where all those who use the product will read it.

Symbols and Conventions

To make it easier to find the information you need, the following symbols and conventions are used:

This icon marks cautions, information that should be read

before use, to prevent damage to the camera.

This icon marks notes, information that should be read before using

the camera.

Notations

• In this manual, the product names “COOLPIX L22” and “COOLPIX L21” may sometimes be abbreviated as “L22” and “L21”.

• 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”.

• The names of menu items displayed in the camera monitor, and the names of

buttons or messages displayed in the computer monitor appear in bold.

Screen Samples

In this manual, images are sometimes omitted from monitor display samples so that monitor indicators can be more clearly shown.

Illustrations and Screen Display

• Illustrations and text displays shown in this manual are for COOLPIX L22. Illustrations and text displays for COOLPIX L21 may also be shown in this manual if necessary.

• Illustrations and text displays shown in this manual may differ from actual appearance or display.

This icon marks tips, additional information that may be helpful

when using the camera.

This icon indicates that more information is available elsewhere

in this manual or in the Quick Start Guide.

Introduction

C 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:

Introduction

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

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

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

Visit these sites to keep up-to-date with the latest product information, tips, answers to frequently asked questions (FAQs), and general advice on digital imaging and photography. Additional information may be available from the Nikon representative in your area. See the URL 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 and AC adapters) certified by Nikon specifically for use with this Nikon digital camera are engineered and proven to operate within the operational and safety requirements of this electronic circuitry.

THE USE OF NON-NIKON ELECTRONIC ACCESSORIES COULD DAMAGE THE CAMERA AND MAY

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

Before Taking Important Pictures

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

About the Manuals

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

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

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

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

NIKON WARRANTY.

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

these manuals at any time and without prior notice.

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

Information and Precautions

Notice Concerning Prohibition of Copying or Reproduction

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

• Items prohibited by law from being copied or reproduced

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

• Cautions on certain copies and reproductions

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

• Comply with copyright notices

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

Disposing of Data Storage Devices

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

Before discarding a data storage device or transferring ownership to another person, erase all data using commercial deletion software, or format the device and then completely refill it with images containing no private information (for example, pictures of empty sky). Be sure to also replace any pictures selected for the welcome screen (A 88). Care should be taken to avoid injury or damage to property when physically destroying data storage devices.

Introduction

Parts of the Camera

The Camera Body

COOLPIX L22 Front View

Introduction

Lens cover closed

1110

1 Shutter-release button ............................24

Zoom control .................................................23

f : wide ..................................................23

g : tele .....................................................23

h : Thumbnail playback ...............48

i : playback zoom ...........................50

j : help ...................................................13

Power switch/Power-on lamp

Self-timer lamp .............................................32

AF-assist illuminator ..........................25, 97

.......20, 99

5 Built-in flash ....................................................30

6 Lens ........................................................ 114, 124

7 Speaker ..............................................................57

Power connector cover (for connecting

optional AC adapter) ...............................110

9 Eyelet for camera strap ............................13

10 Lens cover .....................................................112

11 Built-in microphone ...................................55

Parts of the Camera

COOLPIX L22 Rear View

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1 Monitor .................................................................8

2 d button .....................12, 56, 73, 81, 86

3 k (apply selection) button ..................11

4 A (shooting mode) button .................10

5 Flash lamp .......................................................31

6 c (playback) button .......................10, 26

7 Multi selector .................................................11

8 l (delete) button .......................26, 27, 57

1312 1410 11

Battery-chamber/

memory card slot cover ..................14, 18

10 Tripod socket

11 Pin cover ...........................................58, 60, 65

USB connector and audio/video

output ................................................58, 60, 65

13 Memory card slot ........................................18

14 Battery-chamber ..........................................14

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Parts of the Camera

COOLPIX L21 Front View

Introduction

Lens cover closed

1 Shutter-release button ............................24

Zoom control .................................................23

f : wide ..................................................23

g : tele .....................................................23

h : Thumbnail playback ...............48

i : playback zoom ...........................50

j : help ...................................................13

Power switch/Power-on lamp

Self-timer lamp .............................................32

AF-assist illuminator ..........................25, 97

.......20, 99

5 Built-in flash ....................................................30

6 Lens ........................................................ 114, 124

7 Built-in microphone ...................................55

Power connector cover (for connecting

optional AC adapter) ...............................110

9 Eyelet for camera strap ............................13

10 Lens cover .....................................................112

COOLPIX L21 Rear View

Parts of the Camera

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1 Monitor .................................................................8

2 d button .....................12, 56, 73, 81, 86

3 k (apply selection) button ..................11

4 A (shooting mode) button .................10

5 Flash lamp .......................................................31

6 c (playback) button .......................10, 26

7 Multi selector .................................................11

8 l (delete) button .......................26, 27, 57

1413 15111012

Battery-chamber/

memory card slot cover ..................14, 18

10 Speaker ..............................................................57

11 Tripod socket

12 Pin cover ...........................................58, 60, 65

USB connector and audio/video

output ................................................58, 60, 65

14 Memory card slot ........................................18

15 Battery-chamber ..........................................14

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Parts of the Camera

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F3.11/125

+1.0

9 9 9

9 99

9 9 9 9

The Monitor

The following indicators may appear in the monitor during shooting and playback (actual display varies with current camera settings).

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The indicators and photo info displayed during shooting and playback will turn off after a few seconds (A 92).

Shooting

123

10 11

999

9999

00 00

+1.0

22 21

1/125 F3.1

999

1m00 s 1m00 s

1 Shooting mode*1 .........20, 29, 35, 46, 55

2 Macro mode .................................................. 33

3 Zoom indicator .....................................23, 33

4 AE/AF-L indicator ........................................45

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

6 Flash mode .....................................................30

7 Battery level indicator .............................. 20

8 Motion detection indicator ...........21, 96

9 Electronic VR ..................................................95

10 “Date not set” indicator .................89, 116

11 Travel destination indicator .................. 89

12 Date imprint ................................................... 94

13 Movie options ............................................... 56

14 Image mode

*1Differs according to the current shooting mode. Refer to the sections on each mode for details.

S and L are displayed on L22, and z is displayed on L21.

.............................................. 74

a Number of exposures remaining

(still pictures) ........................................... 20

b Movie length ........................................... 55

16 Internal memory indicator .................... 21

17 Aperture ........................................................... 24

18 Focus area ................................................22, 24

19 Focus area (Face Detection) .........22, 24

20 Shutter speed................................................. 24

21 ISO sensitivity ................................................31

22 Exposure compensation value ........... 34

23 Color options .................................................79

24 White balance mode ................................ 76

25 Continuous shooting mode ................ 78

26 Self-timer indicator .................................... 32

Playback

1 5 / 0 5 / 2 0 1 0 1 2 : 0 0 9 9 9 9 . J P G

9 99

9 9 99

9 9 9

14 13

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Parts of the Camera

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5 6

999

999999

9999

999

1 1

999

9999

99999999

m00s

1 Date of recording ....................................... 16

2 Time of recording ....................................... 16

3 Volume ..............................................................57

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

5 Movie options* ............................................. 56

6 Image mode* ................................................. 74

a Current frame number/

total number of frames ..................... 26

b Movie length ........................................... 57

* The displayed icons vary with the settings in shooting mode. S and L are displayed on

L22, and z is displayed on L21.

8 Internal memory indicator .................... 26

9 Movie playback indicator ......................57

10 Print-order icon ............................................ 70

11 Small picture .................................................. 53

12 D-Lighting icon ............................................52

13 Protect icon ..................................................106

14 File number and type .............................111

Basic Operations

A (shooting mode) button

Introduction

Shooting-mode Selection Menu

The multi selector (A 11) can be used to select one of the following shooting modes.

Easy auto mode

* The displayed icons vary depending on the last mode selected.

Easy auto mode

When A is pressed while the shooting-mode selection menu is displayed, the camera returns to shooting mode without changing the current shooting mode.

c (playback) button

• When A is pressed in playback mode, the

camera enters shooting mode.

• When A is pressed in shooting mode, the

shooting-mode selection menu is displayed, which allows you to change the shooting mode.

1 G Easy auto mode (A 20) 2 b Scene (A 35)

3 F Smart portrait (A 46) 4 D Movie mode (A 55) 5 A Auto mode (A 29)

• During shooting mode, the camera enters the

playback mode when c is pressed.

• If the camera is turned off, hold down c to turn

the camera on in playback mode.

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The Multi Selector

This section describes standard uses of the multi selector to select modes, select menu options and to apply selection.

Operate the multi selector by pressing it up, down, left, right, and by pressing k.

For Shooting

Display m (flash mode) menu (A 30)/select the item above.

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Display n (self-timer) menu (A 32).

Display o (exposure compensation) guide (A 34).

Apply selection.

Display p (macro mode) menu (A 33)/select the item below.

For Playback

Display the previous picture.

Display the next picture.

For the Menu Screen

Select the item above.

Select the item to the left/return to the previous screen.

Select the item below.

C Notes on the Multi Selector

In this manual, H, I, J and K are used in some cases for indicating the up, down, left and right operating parts of the multi selector.

Apply selection (Go to the next screen). Select the item to the right/go to the next screen (apply selection).

Flash mode

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Shooting menu

Image mode

White balance

Continuous

Color options

Exit

Basic Operations

d button

Press d to display the menu for the selected mode.

Introduction

• Use the multi selector to apply settings (A 11).

• Select a tab on the left side of the monitor to display the corresponding menu.

• To exit the menu display, press d again.

Upper tab: Menus available for

the current mode are displayed.

Lower tab: Display the setup

menu.

Displayed when the menu contains two or more pages.

Shooting menu

Image mode

White balance

Continuous

Color options

Exit

Displayed when there are more previous menu items.

Displayed when there are one or more menu items to follow.

Set up

Motion detection

AF assist

Sound settings

Auto off

Format card

Language

Exit

While an item is selected, press k or the multi selector K to

AF assist

Auto

O

Exit

Press k or the multi selector K to apply selection.

display that item’s options.

Switching Between Tabs

Shooting menu

Image mode

White balance

Continuous

Color options

Exit

Press the multi selector J to highlight the tab.

Shooting menu

Image mode

White balance

Continuous

Color options

Exit

Press the multi selector HI to select a tab and press k or K.

When using the following modes, you can display the tabs by pressing the multi selector J while the menu is displayed.

• Easy auto mode, scene mode, smart portrait mode and movie mode

Set up

Menus

Welcome screen

Date

Monitor settings

Date imprint

Electronic VR

Exit

The selected menu will be displayed.

Basic Operations

Help Displays

Rotate the zoom control to g (j) when M/j is displayed at the lower right of the menu screen to view a description of the currently selected option.

To return to the original menu, rotate the zoom control to g (j) again.

Introduction

COOLPIX L22 COOLPIX L21

Continuous

Choose single frame, continuous mode, BSS (camera chooses sharpest shot in series), or multi-shot 16.

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About the Shutter-release Button

The camera features a two-stage shutter-release button. To set focus and exposure, press the shutter-release button halfway, stopping when you feel resistance. Focus and exposure lock while the shutter-release button is held in this position. To release the shutter and take a picture, press the shutter-release button the rest of the way down. Do not use force when pressing the shutter-release button, as this may result in camera shake and blurred pictures.

Press the shutterrelease button halfway to set focus and exposure.

Press the shutterrelease button the rest of the way down to take picture.

Attaching the Camera Strap

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Inserting the Batteries

1 Open the battery-chamber/memory card slot

cover.

• Before opening the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover, hold the camera upside down to prevent the batteries from falling out.

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2 Inserting the Batteries.

• Confirm that the positive (+) and negative (–) terminals are oriented correctly as described on the label at the entrance of the battery chamber, and insert the batteries.

3 Close the battery-chamber/memory card slot

cover.

Applicable Batteries

• Two LR6/L40 (AA-size) alkaline batteries (batteries supplied)

• Two FR6/L91 (AA-size) lithium batteries

• Two EN-MH2 Ni-MH (nickel metal hydride) rechargeable batteries

Turning On and Off the Camera

Press the power switch to turn on the camera. After the poweron lamp (green) lights for a moment, the monitor turns on. When the camera turns off, both the power-on lamp and monitor will turn off.

• If the camera is turned off, hold down c to turn the camera on in playback mode (A 26).

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Inserting the Batteries

B Removing the Batteries

Confirm the power-on lamp and the monitor are off and open the battery-chamber/ memory card slot cover.

B Additional Precautions Regarding Batteries

• Read and follow the warnings and cautions (A iii, 113).

• Be sure to read and follow the warnings for the battery on page iii and the section, “The Battery”

(A 113), before using the battery.

• Do not combine old and new batteries or batteries of different makes or types.

• Batteries with the following defects cannot be used:

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Batteries with peeling Batteries with insulation that

does not cover the area around the negative terminal.

Batteries with a flat negative terminal

B Notes for EN-MH1 Rechargeable Batteries, MH-70/71 Battery Charger

This camera can also use EN-MH1 Ni-MH rechargeable batteries. Be sure to read and follow the warnings for the battery found in the section, “The Battery” (A 113), before using the battery.

B Battery Type

By setting Battery type (A 105) in the setup menu (A 85) to match the type of batteries inserted in the camera, the batteries can perform more efficiently.

The default setting is the type of battery supplied with purchase. When any other type of battery is used, turn the camera on and change the setting (A 105).

C Alkaline Batteries

Performance of alkaline batteries may vary greatly depending on the manufacturer. Choose a reliable brand.

C Alternative Power Sources

To power the camera continuously for extended periods, use an AC Adapter EH-65A (available separately) (A 110). Do not, under an y circumstances, use another make or model of AC adapter. Failure to observe this precaution could result in overheating or in damage to the camera.

C Auto Power Off in Shooting Mode (Standby Mode)

If no operations are performed for about 30 seconds (default setting), the monitor will turn off automatically and the camera will enter standby mode. After a further three minutes, the Auto off function will turn the camera off automatically.

• While the monitor is off during standby mode (the power-on lamp flashes), it will turn on again

when the power switch, shutter-release button, A button, or c button is pressed.

• The time allowed to elapse before the camera enters standby mode can be changed from the

Auto off option (A 99) in the setup menu (A 85).

Setting Display Language, Date and Time

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

1 Press the power switch to turn on the camera.

The power-on lamp (green) will light for a moment and the monitor will turn on.

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2 Use the multi selector to choose

the desired language and press k.

For information on using the multi selector, see “The Multi Selector” (A 11).

3 Choose Yes and press k.

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

Date

Set time and date?

Cancel

Yes

4 Press J or K to select your home time zone

(city name) (A 91) and press k.

D Daylight Saving Time

o use the camera in an area where daylight saving time is in effect,

press H on the home time zone in Step 4 to set the dayligh t saving time to on.

When the daylight saving time setting is selected, the W mark appears on the top of the monitor. To release the daylight saving time setting, press I.

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Setting Display Language, Date and Time

5 Change the date and time.

• Press H or I to edit the highlighted item.

• Press K to move the cursor in the following order.

D -> M -> Y -> Hour -> Minute -> D M Y

• Press J to return to the previous item.

6 Choose the order in which the day, month

and year are displayed and press k or K.

• The settings are applied.

7 Press A to exit the screen.

• The shooting-mode selection menu will be displayed.

8 When Easy auto mode is displayed, press k.

• The camera enters the shooting mode and you can

take pictures in Easy auto mode (A 20).

• Press the multi selector H or I before k, to switch to

another shooting mode. See “Shooting in the Auto Mode” (A 29), “Using the Scene Mode” (A 35), “Using Smart Portrait Mode” (A 46) or “Recording Movies” (A 55) for more information.

Date

DYM

01 201001

00 00

Date

DYM

15 201005

15 10

Press this button in shooting mode for shootingmode selection menu.

Easy auto mode

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D Changing the Date and Time, Date Imprint

• To change the date and time, select Date from Date (A 89) in the setup menu (A 85) and

follow the instructions starting from the above step 5.

• To change the time zone and the daylight saving settings, select Time zone from Date in the

setup menu (A 89, 90).

• To imprint the shooting date into images when taking pictures, make sure the date and time are

set, then set Date imprint (A 94) in the setup menu.

Inserting Memory Cards

Images are saved in the camera’s internal memory (approximately 19 MB) or on removable Secure Digital (SD) memory cards (available separately) (A 110).

If a memory card is inserted in the camera, pictures are automatically stored on the memory card and 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 play back, delete or transfer pictures from the internal memory.

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1 Confirm the power-on lamp and the monitor

are off and open the battery-chamber/ memory card slot cover.

Be sure to turn off the camera before opening the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover.

Before opening the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover, hold the camera upside down to prevent the batteries from falling out.

2 Insert the memory card.

Slide the memory card in correctly until it clicks into place.

Close the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover.

B Inserting Memory Cards

Inserting the memory card upside down or backwards could damage the camera or the memory card. Make sure that the

memory card is correctly oriented.

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