Nikon S8 User Manual

The Nikon Guide to Digital Photography

with the

DIGITAL CAMERA

Trademark Information

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• Adobe and Acrobat are registered trademarks of Adobe Systems Inc.

• The SD logo is a trademark of the SD Card Association.

• PictBridge is a trademark. Pictmotion is powered by muvee Technologies.

•

• ImageLink and the ImageLink print system logo are trademarks of Eastman Kodak Company.

• D-Lighting technology is provided by o Apical Limited.

• Face-priority AF technology is provided by Identix

• All other trade names mentioned in this manual or the other documentation provided with your Nikon product are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders.

Introduction

First Steps

Basic Photography and Playback: Auto Mode

Shooting Suited for the Scene - Highsensitivity Shooting Mode, Scene Mode

Anti-shake Mode

One-Touch Portrait Mode

More on Playback

Movies

Voice Recordings

Connecting to Televisions, Computers, and Printers

Shooting, Playback, and Setup Menus

Technical Notes

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For Your Safety

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

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uct will read them. The consequences that could result from failure to observe the precautions

listed in this section are indicated by the following symbol:

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

WARNINGS

Turn off in the event of malfunction

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

Do not disassemble

Touching the internal parts of the camera or 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 battery.

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 battery or other small parts into their mouths.

For Your Safety

Observe caution when handling the battery

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

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

•

Only use a rechargeable Nikon EN-EL8 lithium-ion battery (supplied). Charge the battery either by inserting it in the camera and connecting the supplied EH-64 AC adapter, or by inserting it in an MH-62 battery charger (available separately).

• When inserting the battery, do not attempt to insert it upside down or backwards.

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

• Do not expose the battery to flame or to excessive heat.

• Do not immerse in or expose to water.

• Replace the terminal cover when transporting the battery. Do not transport or store with metal objects such as necklaces or hairpins.

• The battery is prone to leakage when fully discharged. To avoid damage to the product, be sure to remove the battery when no charge remains.

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

• If liquid from the damaged battery comes in contact with clothing or skin, rinse immediately with plenty of water.

Observe the following precautions when handling the AC charger

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

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

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

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

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For Your Safety

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

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result in electric shock.

Use appropriate cables

When connecting cables to the input and output jacks, use only the cables provided or sold by Nikon for the purpose, to maintain compliance with product regulations.

Handle moving parts with care

Be careful that your fingers or other objects are not pinched by the lens cover or other moving parts.

CD-ROMs

The CD-ROMs supplied with this device should not be played back on audio CD equipment. Playing CDROMs on an audio CD player could cause hearing loss or damage the equipment.

Observe caution when using the flash

Using the flash close to your subject’s eyes could cause temporary visual impairment. Particular care should be observed if photographing infants, when the flash should be no less than one meter (39 in.) from the subject.

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

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

Avoid contact with liquid crystal

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

Notices

Notice for Customers in the U.S.A.

Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Radio Frequency Interference Statement

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

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

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

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

COOLPIX S7/S8

CAUTIONS

Modifications

The FCC requires the user to be notified that any changes or modifications made to this device that are not expressly approved by Nikon Corporation may void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

Interface Cables

Use the interface cables sold or provided by Nikon for your equipment. Using other interface cables may exceed the limits of Class B Part 15 of the FCC rules.

Notice for customers in the State of California

WARNING: Handling the cord on

this product will expose you to lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.

Nikon Inc., 1300 Walt Whitman Road

Melville, New York 11747-3064 USA

Tel: 631-547-4200

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Notices

Notice for Customers in Canada

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CAUTION

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

ATTENTION

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

Symbol for Separate Collection in European Countries

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

The following apply only to users in European countries:

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

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

Table of Contents

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Attaching the Camera Strap .......................................................................... 4

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

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

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

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

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

The D (mode) Button.................................................................................8

The m Button ........................................................................................... 9

The Rotary Multi Selector ............................................................................10

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

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

The COOL-STATION and AC Adapter ............................................................. 12

The COOL-STATION .................................................................................... 12

The AC Adapter .......................................................................................... 13

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

Removing the Battery ..................................................................................15

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

Charging the Battery.......................................................................................16

Setting Display Language, Date, and Time.................................................... 18

Inserting Memory Cards..................................................................................20

Removing Memory Cards ............................................................................ 21

Introduction

Basic Photography and Playback: Auto Mode .............................................22

Step 1 Turn the Camera On and Select L (Auto) Mode.............................. 22

Indicators Displayed in L (Auto) Mode ...................................................... 23

Step 2 Frame a Picture .................................................................................... 24

Using the Zoom........................................................................................... 24

Electronic VR ............................................................................................... 25

Step 3 Focus and Shoot ................................................................................... 26

Step 4 Viewing and Deleting Pictures ............................................................ 28

Full-Frame Playback ..................................................................................... 28

Deleting Pictures ......................................................................................... 28

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

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

Macro Close-up Mode ..................................................................................... 33

Introduction

Shooting Suited for the Scene - High-sensitivity Shooting Mode, Scene

Mode...............................................................................................................34

High-sensitivity Shooting Mode ..................................................................... 34

Assist Modes and Scene Modes ...................................................................... 35

Assist Modes .................................................................................................... 36

Taking Pictures in Assist Modes ................................................................... 36

B Portrait Assist ......................................................................................... 37

E Landscape Assist ....................................................................................38

P Sports Assist ...........................................................................................39

D Night Portrait Assist................................................................................ 40

Scene Modes .................................................................................................... 41

Taking Pictures in Scene Modes................................................................... 41

Features ...................................................................................................... 42

Anti-shake Mode............................................................................................47

Shooting in Anti-shake Mode......................................................................... 47

One-Touch Portrait Mode..............................................................................48

Taking Pictures in the One-Touch Portrait Mode.......................................... 48

The One-Touch Portrait Menu........................................................................ 49

More on Playback ..........................................................................................50

Viewing Multiple Pictures: Thumbnail Playback ........................................... 50

Taking a Closer Look: Playback Zoom ............................................................ 51

Editing Pictures................................................................................................52

Creating a Cropped Copy: Crop .................................................................. 53

Enhancing Brightness and Contrast: D-Lighting ........................................... 54

Compensating Blurred Images: Electronic VR ............................................... 55

H Resizing Pictures: Small Picture...............................................................56

Voice Memos: Recording and Playback ......................................................... 57

Viewing Pictures by Date ................................................................................ 58

Pictmotion by muvee ...................................................................................... 63

Movies.............................................................................................................68

Recording Movies ............................................................................................ 68

The Movie Menu .............................................................................................69

Selecting Movie Options..............................................................................70

Time-Lapse Movies ...................................................................................... 71

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Stop-Motion Movies....................................................................................72

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Auto-Focus Mode........................................................................................73

Electronic VR ............................................................................................... 73

Movie Playback ................................................................................................ 74

Deleting Movie Files .................................................................................... 74

Voice Recordings............................................................................................75

Making Voice Recordings ............................................................................... 75

Changing the Sound Quality .......................................................................... 76

Sound Quality ............................................................................................. 76

Playing Voice Recordings ................................................................................ 77

Copying Voice Recordings .............................................................................. 79

Connecting to Televisions, Computers, and Printers ...................................80

Connecting to a TV..........................................................................................80

Connecting to a Computer .............................................................................81

Before Connecting the Camera ................................................................... 81

Setting the USB Option ............................................................................... 82

Transferring Pictures to a Computer ............................................................83

Connecting to a Printer...................................................................................85

Connecting the Camera and Printer ............................................................86

Printing Pictures One at a Time .................................................................... 87

Printing Multiple Pictures............................................................................. 88

Creating a DPOF Print Order: Print Set .......................................................... 91

Connecting to a ImageLink-compatible Printer ............................................93

Removing the Dock Insert............................................................................ 93

Shooting, Playback, and Setup Menus..........................................................94

Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu .........................................................94

Displaying the Shooting Menu and High-sensitivity Menu ............................ 95

Z Image Mode ..........................................................................................95

d White Balance ........................................................................................97

I Exp. +/–..................................................................................................99

q Continuous..........................................................................................100

A Best Shot Selector (BSS) .......................................................................102

W ISO Sensitivity ....................................................................................... 103

d Color Options....................................................................................... 103

k AF Area Mode ...................................................................................... 104

c Electronic VR ........................................................................................104

Restrictions on Camera Settings ................................................................ 105

Playback Options: The Playback Menu ........................................................106

w Print Set ............................................................................................... 107

z Slide Show ........................................................................................... 108

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A Delete .................................................................................................. 109

D Protect ............................................................................................... 109

Introduction

E Transfer Marking ................................................................................ 110

G Rotate Image .......................................................................................110

L Copy.................................................................................................... 111

Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu..........................................................112

Displaying the Setup Menu........................................................................ 113

R Menus.................................................................................................. 113

H Quick Startup....................................................................................... 114

V Welcome Screen .................................................................................. 114

W Date..................................................................................................... 115

Z Monitor Settings .................................................................................. 118

f Date Imprint ......................................................................................... 119

u AF Assist .............................................................................................121

h Sound Settings..................................................................................... 121

I Record Orientation ............................................................................... 122

i Auto Off .............................................................................................. 122

M Format Memory/O Format Card .......................................................... 123

j Language ............................................................................................. 124

k Interface............................................................................................... 124

n Reset All ............................................................................................... 125

B Firmware Version ................................................................................. 127

Technical Notes ............................................................................................128

Optional Accessories .....................................................................................128

Approved Memory Cards ..........................................................................128

Image File and Folder Names ....................................................................... 129

Caring for the Camera ..................................................................................131

Cleaning ................................................................................................... 133

Storage ..................................................................................................... 133

Error Messages............................................................................................... 134

Troubleshooting ............................................................................................138

Supported Standards..................................................................................... 143

Specifications ................................................................................................. 144

Index............................................................................................................... 148

About This Manual

Thank you for your purchase of a Nikon COOLPIX S7/COOLPIX S8 digital camera. This manual has been written to help you enjoy taking pictures with your Nikon digital camera. Read this manual thoroughly before use, and keep it where all those who use the product will read it.

Symbols and Conventions

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

This icon marks cautions, information that should be read before use to prevent damage to the camera.

This icon marks notes, information that should be read before

using the camera.

Notations

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

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

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

Screen Samples

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

Illustrations and Screen Display

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

• Illustrations and text displays shown in this manual are for COOLPIX S8. COOLPIX S7 and COOLPIX S8 differ in monitor size and maximum number of pictures for thumbnail display.

COOLPIX S7: 3.0-inch LCD monitor; 25 picture thumbnail display COOLPIX S8: 2.5-inch LCD monitor; 16 picture thumbnail display

Product Names

In this manual, the product names “COOLPIX S7” and “COOLPIX S8” may sometimes be abbreviated as “S7” and “S8”.

k Memory Cards

Pictures taken with this camera can be stored in the camera’s internal memory or on removable memory cards. If a memory card is inserted, all new pictures will be stored on the memory card and delete, playback, and format operations will apply only to the pictures on the memory card. The memory card must be removed before the internal memory can be formatted or used to store, delete, or view pictures.

This icon marks tips, additional information that may be helpful

when using the camera.

This icon indicates that more information is available else-

where in this manual or in the Quick Start Guide.

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Information and Precautions

Life-Long Learning

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

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

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

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

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

http://nikonimaging.com/

Use Only Nikon Brand Electronic Accessories

Nikon COOLPIX cameras are designed to the highest standards and include complex electronic circuitry. Only Nikon brand electronic accessories (including battery chargers, batteries, and AC chargers) certified by Nikon specifically for use with this Nikon digital camera are engineered and proven to operate within the operational and safety requirements of this electronic circuitry.

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

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

Before Taking Important Pictures

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

About the Manuals

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

NIKON WARRANTY.

* Holographic seal: Identifies this

device as an authentic Nikon product.

EN-EL8 rechargeable battery

Information and Precautions

Notice Concerning Prohibition of Copying or Reproduction

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

• Items prohibited by law from being copied or reproduced

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

• Cautions on certain copies and reproductions

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

• Comply with copyright notices

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

Disposing of Data Storage Devices

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

Before discarding a data storage device or transferring ownership to another person, erase all data using commercial deletion software, or format the device and then completely refill it with images containing no private information (for example, pictures of empty sky). Be sure to also replace any pictures selected for the welcome screen (c 114). Care should be taken to avoid injury or damage to property when physically destroying data storage devices.

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Parts of the Camera

Zoom control (c 24)

See also:

• t (wide): c 24

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• v (tele): c 24

• j (thumbnail playback): c 50

• k (playback zoom): c 51

• l (help): c 11

Power-on lamp (c 22)

Shutter-release button (c 26)

Eyelet for camera strap

Attaching the Camera Strap

Built-in microphone (c 57, 68)

Power switch (c 22)

Built-in flash (c 30)

m (one-touch portrait) button (c 48) u (D-Lighting) button (c 54)

Speaker (c 57, 74)

Self-timer lamp (c 32) AF-assist illuminator (LED; c 31, 37, 121)

Lens (c 131, 144)

Lens cover

closed

Lens cover

Rotary multi selector (c 10)

H (self-timer) (c 32)

F (macro close-up mode) (c 33)

Parts of the Camera

J (flash mode) (c 30)

d (apply selection) button (c 10)

• F anti-shake mode (c 47)/

electronic vibration reduction (c 55)

• g (transfer picture) button

(c 81, 83)

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Monitor (c 6)

Battery latch (c 14, 15)

Tripod socket

m button (c 9, 95, 106)

Battery-chamber/memory card slot cover (c 14, 20)

Multi connector (c 17)

o (shooting/playback) button (c 8, 28)

D (mode) button (c 8)

Indicator lamp (c 16, 71, 75,

101)/Flash lamp (c 31)

T (delete) button (c 28, 29, 57, 74)

Memory card slot (c 20)

Battery chamber (c 14)

The Monitor

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

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Shooting

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Shooting mode*

.................... 22, 34, 35, 47, 68, 75

2 Exposure lock ............................. 46

3 Macro close-up mode................. 33

4 Zoom indicator..................... 24, 33

5 Focus indicator ........................... 26

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

Internal memory/memory card

indicator .................................... 23

8 Battery level indicator ................. 22

9 ISO sensitivity (ISO equivalent) .... 31

10 Vibration reduction icon............. 47

11 Self-timer indicator..................... 32

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

for details.

“Date not set” indicator ........... 134

Time zone indicator .................. 115

13 Date imprint ............................. 119

Number of exposures

remaining (still pictures).............. 22

Movie length .............................. 68

15 Focus area .......................... 26, 104

16 Exposure compensation value..... 99

17 Image mode ............................... 95

18 Color options ........................... 103

19 White balance mode .................. 97

20 Best shot selector (BSS) ............. 102

21 Continuous shooting mode......100

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1 Current folder .......................... 129

2 File number and type................ 129

Internal memory/memory card

indicator .................................... 23

4 Battery level indicator ................. 22

5 Volume indicator.................. 57, 74

6 Voice memo recording guide...... 57

7 Voice memo playback guide....... 57

Current frame number/total

number of frames ...................... 28

Movie length.............................. 74

9 D-Lighting icon .......................... 54

10 Movie playback indicator............ 74

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b Electronic VR not available....... 55

12 Voice memo icon........................ 57

13 Image mode ............................... 95

14 Small picture .............................. 56

15 Movie indicator .......................... 74

16 Protect icon .............................. 109

17 Print-order icon .......................... 91

18 Transfer icon ...................... 84, 110

19 Time of recording ....................... 18

20 Date of recording ....................... 18

Basic Operations

The o (shooting/playback) Button

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The D (mode) Button

Shooting Modes

Press o once in shooting mode to enter fullframe playback; press again to switch back to shooting mode.

If the camera is turned off, press o for about a second to turn the camera on in playback mode (c 28).

Press D during shooting or playback to display each mode-selection menu. Use the rotary multi selector (c 10) to choose the desired mode.

•Press o to switch between the mode-selec-

tion menus for shooting mode and playback mode.

Auto mode (c 22)

Shooting

Setup mode (c 112)

Movie mode (c 68)

Playback Modes

Setup mode (c 112)

Voice playback mode (c 77)

High-sensitivity shooting mode (c 34)

Scene mode (c 35)

Voice recording mode (c 75)

Playback mode (c 28)

Play

Pictmotion mode (c 63)

Calendar mode (c 58)

List by date mode (c 59)

Basic Operations

Black-and-white Sepia Cyanotype

Vivid color

The m Button

Press m to display the menu for the selected mode. Use the rotary multi selector to navigate the menus. (c 10)

• L Shooting menu (c 94) • i Playback menu (c 106)

• K High-sensitivity menu (c 34) • J Calendar menu (c 62)

• n Scene menu (c 35) • L List-by-date menu (c 62)

• F Anti-shake menu*

One-touch portrait menu

• m

• T Movie menu (c 69)

To display the anti-shake menu, enter anti-shake mode by pressing F and then press m.

To display the one-touch portrait menu, enter one-touch portrait mode by pressing m and then press m.

To display the setup menu, choose Z in the mode-selection menu and then press d (c 112).

(c 47) • w Print menu (c 88)

*2 (c49)

• Z Setup menu*3 (c 112)

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Displayed when there are one or more menu items to follow

Displayed when there are one or more previous menu items

Shooting menu

Image mode White balance Exp. +/Continuous BSS

Exit

The selected option

Shooting menu

ISO sensitivity Color options AF area mode Electronic VR

Exit

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

Displayed when the menu contains two or more pages

Color options

Standard color

Vivid color

Vivid color Black-and-white

Black-and-white Sepia

Sepia Cyanotype

Cyanotype

Exit

Press the rotary multi selector J or d to apply selection.

Basic Operations

The Rotary Multi Selector

The rotary multi selector is made up of the outer ring, the rotating inner ring

(between the outer ring and

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menus or pictures, you can either press the outer ring up, down, left, or right, or rotate the inner ring. When choosing from numerous menu items or pictures, it is recommended to rotate the inner ring for easy scrolling, and faster operation.

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

For the Mode-selection Menu

Play

Turn counterclockwise.

button), and the d button. When selecting

Press up.

Turn clockwise.

Press left.

Press down.

• To move the highlight clockwise, turn clockwise, press down or right.

• To move the highlight counterclockwise, turn counterclockwise, press up or left.

• To apply selection, press d.

Press right.

Press d.

For the Menu Screen

Shooting menu

Image mode White balance Exp. +/Continuous BSS

Exit

• To move the highlight upward, turn counterclockwise, or press up.

• To move the highlight downward, turn clockwise, or press down.

• To apply selection, press right or d.

• To cancel setting and return to the previous screen, press left.

Turn counterclockwise.

Press left.

Press down.

Press up.

Turn clockwise.

Press right.

Press d.

k Notes on the Rotary Multi Selector

• In many cases, you can choose how to use the rotary multi selector to perform an operation. For example, rotating the selector clockwise and pressing the selector right may produce the same results. Since the selector can be used in various ways, concrete descriptions such as “Press the rotary multi selector J” are included only in cases where necessary.

• In the manual, the button indicating up, down, left, and right of the rotary multi selector is shown as GHIJ.

Basic Operations

Help Displays

Press the zoom control to v (l) to view a description of the currently selected menu option.

Continuous Keep the shutter-release button

pressed to take pictures continuously.

Exit

• Use the rotary multi selector to show the previous or next menu option.

•Press d to display the shooting menu or setup menu for the selected

menu option.

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

•Press m to return to shooting or playback mode.

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First Steps

The COOL-STATION and AC Adapter

The COOL-STATION

The supplied MV-15 (COOLPIX S7)/MV-14 (COOLPIX S8) COOL-STATION can be used to:

• Charge the camera battery (when the camera is turned off) (c 16)

• View pictures on a television (c 80)

• Copy pictures to a computer (c 81)

First Steps

• Print pictures via direct USB connection (c 85)

Camera connector

USB connector (c 83, 86)

Placing the Camera in the COOL-STATION

The multi connector should be

Removing the Camera

Remove the camera as shown.

DC-IN connector (c 13)

Audio / video connector (c 80)

fully inserted in the COOLSTATION camera connector as shown.

j Note on the Power Cord Supplied for the Camera (c 13)

Only use the power cord for the EH-64 AC adapter supplied for the COOLPIX S7/COOLPIX S8.

The COOL-STATION and AC Adapter

The AC Adapter

The supplied AC adapter can:

• When the camera is turned on, power the camera from a power outlet.

• When the camera is turned off, charge the battery in the camera (c 16). It can also be used to power the camera for playback, data transfer, or printing (recommended). Do not use any other make or model of AC adapter;

failure to observe this precaution could result in fire or product malfunction.

Connecting the AC adapter

First Steps

1 Connect the power cord. (1) 2 Plug the AC adapter into the COOL-STATION or camera. (2)

COOL-STATION Camera

Make sure that the plugs are in the correct orientation. Inserting the plugs incorrectly may damage the COOL-STATION.

3 Plug the adapter in. (3)

When the adapter is connected correctly, the power on lamp will light. (4)

Inserting the Battery

The camera uses a rechargeable EN-EL8 lithium-ion battery (supplied). Charge the battery before first use or when the battery is running low (c 16).

1 Open the battery-chamber/memory card

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slot cover.

2 Insert the battery.

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 battery.

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

j Inserting the Battery

Inserting the battery upside down or backwards could damage the camera. Check to be sure the

battery is in the correct orientation.

3 Close the battery-chamber/memory card

slot cover.

Removing the Battery

Turn the camera off before removing the battery. To eject the battery, open the battery-chamber/ memory card slot cover and slide the battery latch in the direction shown (1). The battery can then be removed by hand (2).

• Note that the battery may become hot during use; observe due caution when removing the battery.

Turning On and Off the Camera

To turn on the camera, press the power switch. The power-on lamp will light and the monitor will turn on. To turn off the camera, press the power switch again.

If the camera is turned off, press o for about a second to turn the camera on in playback mode (c 28).

Inserting the Battery

First Steps

j Note on the Battery

Be sure to read the warnings for the battery on page ii and “Caring for the Camera” (c 131) to make use of this camera.

Charging the Battery

Charge the battery before first use or when the battery is running low.

1 Connect the COOL-STATION and AC adapter, and plug the

power cable into an outlet. (c 13)

The AC adapter power-on lamp will light.

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2 Turn the camera off.

If the power-on lamp is lit, press the power switch to turn off the camera. You cannot charge the bat-

tery while the camera is turned on.

3 Place the camera in the COOL-STATION

(c 12).

The multi connector should be fully inserted.

4 Charge the battery.

The indicator lamp next to the camera monitor will blink green as the battery charges. If the lamp flickers rapidly, the camera is not correctly inserted or the battery is faulty. Reinsert the camera or replace the battery.

A fully exhausted battery will recharge in about two hours.

5 Charging is complete.

The indicator lamp stops blinking when charging is complete.

6 Remove the camera.

Make sure to unplug the power cable from the power outlet.

Charging the Battery

l Charging Without the COOL-STATION

• Charging the battery is possible without using the COOL-STATION. Insert the battery into

the camera, make sure that the camera is turned off, and connect the AC adapter to the multi connector of the camera directly (c 13).

• The battery can also be charged using the optional MH-62 battery charger (c 128).

First Steps

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.

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

2 Use the rotary multi selector to choose

the desired language and press d.

For information on using the multi selector, see “The Rotary Multi Selector” (c 10).

3 Choose [Yes] and press d.

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

4 Press d.

The home time zone menu is displayed.

If daylight saving time is in effect in the local time zone, see “Daylight Saving Time” on the next page.

5 Select your home time zone and press d.

The date menu is displayed.

Date

Set time and date?

Yes

Time zone

London,Casablanca

DaylightSaving

Home time zone

London,Casablanca

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