Nikon VIEW 5 Reference Manua
Nikon View 5 Reference Manual
For Version 5.0
Overview (Pp. 2–3)
Getting Started (Pp. 4–9)
Using Nikon View 5 (Pp. 10-20)
Tutorial (Pp. 21–69)
Preferences (Pp. 70–74)
Appendices (Pp. 75–94)
Overview
Welcome to Nikon View 5! Before using Nikon View 5, be sure to read this
manual thoroughly.
Nikon View 5 is software for transferring images taken with a Nikon digital
camera from a memory card to a computer. Images on the memory card
can be viewed as a list of thumbnails. You can transfer images by connecting
the camera to your computer with a cable or by inserting the memory
card into a card reader or card slot.
Using Nikon View 5, you can also view or print the photographed images.
Nikon View 5 version 5.0 can be used with the COOLPIX series cameras
that support USB connection, as well as the D1 series cameras.
Reading This Manual
This manual describes how to work with the images stored on your camera's
memory card using Nikon View 5. It is divided into the following chapters:
• Getting Started
Read this chapter for information on the type of system requirements
for using Nikon View 5 and for complete installation instructions.
• Using Nikon View 5
This chapter explains how to use common features of Nikon View 5.
• Tutorial
The tutorial provides all the information needed to browse the images
on the memory card, and transfer them to a computer using the camera, card reader, or card slot.
Nikon View 5 supports the following file types: JPEG, TIFF (RGB), TIFF
(YCbCr), RAW data, and movie (QuickTime).
When using Nikon View 5, refer also to the documentation provided with
your camera.
Trademark Information
Microsoft® and Windows® are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in
the United States of America and other countries.
IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation.
Adobe and Adobe Photoshop are trademarks or registered trademarks of Adobe
Systems, Inc.
Pentium, and Celeron are trademarks of Intel Corporation.
Macintosh, Mac OS, and QuickTime are trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc.
Cumulus is a registered trademark of Canto Software.
All other trade names mentioned in this manual or other documentation provided
with your Nikon product are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders.
Overview
• Preferences
This chapter describes the options available in the Nikon View 5 Preferences dialog box.
• Appendices
Included in the appendices are troubleshooting tips, instructions for
uninstalling and reinstalling Nikon View 5, and a visual index to the
program's menus.
The content of this reference manual applies to both the
COOLPIX series and the D1 series cameras. We ask for your
understanding that certain parts of this manual may not apply
to your camera.
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To make it easier to find the information you need, the following symbols
and conventions are used:
This icon marks cautions, information that you should read before
use to prevent damage to your Nikon product.
This icon marks notes, information that you should read before using Nikon View 5.
This icon marks tips, information that you may find helpful when
using Nikon View 5.
This icon indicates that more information is available elsewhere in
this manual or in other documentation.
This symbol indicates that the cross-reference marked with the
icon is to the Nikon View 5 Reference Manual (this manual).
Blue text indicates a link to another part of this manual or to a web
page. An Internet connection is required to view web pages.
Background Knowledge
This manual assumes familiarity with operations common to the Macintosh
or Windows operating systems.
If you are in doubt about the meaning of any of the terms used here, refer
to the documentation or the Help provided with your operating system.
Illustrations
While the majority of the illustrations are taken from the Windows version
of the product (Windows Millennium Edition), save where otherwise noted
the operations described apply to both the Macintosh and Windows versions.
Printing This Manual
If desired, portions of this manual can be printed for ease of reference using
the Print… command in the Adobe Acrobat Reader File menu.
Life-Long Learning
As part of Nikon’s “Life-Long Learning” commitment to ongoing product
support and education, continually-updated information is available on-line
at the following web-sites:
Overview
• For users in the United States of America: http://www.nikonusa.com/
• For users in Europe: http://www.nikon-euro.com/
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For users in Asia, Oceania, the Middle East, and Africa:
Visit these sites to keep up-to-date with the latest product information and
general advice on digital imaging and photography. For more information,
please contact your nearest Nikon representative.
http://www.nikon-image.com/eng/
http://www.nikon-asia.com/
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Getting Started
Installing Nikon View 5
Before You Begin (Pp. 5–6)
Installation (Pg. 7)
Nikon View 5 Overview (Pp. 8–9)
About This Chapter
This chapter takes you step-by-step through the process of installing Nikon View 5 and supporting software.
Pg. For more information on:
92 Reinstalling Nikon View 5
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Before You Begin
System Requirements
Windows
Before installing Nikon View 5, make sure that your computer system satisfies the following requirements:
CPU
Pentium 300 MHz or higher
Operating system
Memory (RAM)
Hard disk space
Video resolution
IEEE 1394 interface
(D1series)
USB interface
(COOLPIX series)
Miscellaneous
*1
Only pre-installed versions supported.
*2
Consult the documentation provided with your camera as to whether it supports RAW data.
*3
The camera may not function as expected when connected to IEEE 1394 or USB hubs.
*4
Please see the web page address below for support information concerning compatible boards.
*5
Only the European version of Nikon View 5 supports uploading images to the web.
Windows 98 Second Edition (SE)*1, Windows Millennium Edition (Me)*1, Windows 2000 Professional*1, Windows XP Home Edition/Professional*
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When working with RAW data*2 images: 128 MB or more
When not working with RAW data*2 images: 64 MB or more
25 MB required to install Nikon View 5
10 MB plus twice the capacity of the memory card in use are required to run Nikon View 5
800 × 600 pixels or higher with 16-bit color or higher
Only boards compliant with Open Host Controller Interface (OHCI) are supported *
Only built-in USB ports supported *
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CD-ROM drive required for installation
Internet connection required to upload images to the Web*
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Support and updates
For the latest information and updates, visit http://www.nikon-image.com/eng/
Getting Started: Before You Begin
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Macintosh
Before installing Nikon View 5, make sure that your computer system satisfies the following requirements:
Model
Operating system
Memory (RAM)
Power Macintosh G4 or later *1, iBook *1, PowerBook G3 or later *
Mac OS 9.0, Mac OS 9.1, Mac OS 9.2, Mac OS X (Version 10.1.2 or later)
When working with RAW data*2 images: 128 MB or more
When not working with RAW data*2 images: 64 MB or more
Model iMac *1, iMac DV *1, Power Macintosh G3 (Blue & White)*1,
Hard disk space
Video resolution
Firewire interface
(D1 series )
USB interface
(COOLPIX series)
25 MB required to install Nikon View 5
10 MB plus twice the capacity of the memory card in use are required to run Nikon View 5
640 × 480 pixels or higher with 16-bit color or higher
Only built-in Firewire ports supported*
Only built-in USB ports supported*
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CD-ROM drive required for installation
Miscellaneous
*1
Built-in FireWire (IEEE 1394) or USB interface may be required depending on the camera.
*2
Consult the documentation provided with your camera as to whether it supports RAW data.
*3
The camera may not function as expected when connected to FireWire (IEEE 1394) or USB hubs.
*4
Only the European version of Nikon View 5 supports uploading images to the web.
Internet connection required to upload images to the Web*
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Support and updates
For the latest information and updates, visit: http://www.nikon-image.com/eng/
Getting Started: Before You Begin
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Installation
Installing Nikon View 5 and Supporting Software
Windows / Macintosh
If you have already completed installation, click here for information on starting Nikon View 5.
The procedure for installing Nikon View 5 varies with your operating system. Click the links below for complete installation instructions. After reading
these instructions, you will be returned to the Nikon View 5 Reference Manual.
Camera
COOLPIX series (USB supported)
Operating system
Windows XP Home Edition / Professional
Windows 2000 Professional
Windows Millennium Edition (Me)
Windows 98 Second Edition (SE)
Mac OS
Getting Started: Installation
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Nikon View 5 Overview
Nikon View 5 consists of three programs which work independently of
each other: Nikon Transfer, Nikon Browser, and Nikon Viewer. This section
provides an overview of these programs.
Nikon Transfer
Nikon Transfer enables you to transfer image files on the memory card to
your computer. When you transfer image files using Nikon Transfer, you
can select images to be transferred, set up transfer options, or change des-
tination folders and file names.
Getting Started: Nikon View 5 Overview
Pg. For more information on:
22 Tutorial: Nikon Transfer
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Nikon Browser
Nikon Browser enables you to browse a list of thumbnails showing the
image files that have been transferred to your computer. You can also use
the thumbnails displayed to move or open the image files associated with
them, or view them in a slideshow.
Shooting Data area
Nikon Viewer
Nikon Viewer enables you to view a still image. In Nikon Viewer you can
zoom in on or out from the still image displayed in the view area as well as
decide which part of the image should be displayed, enabling you to take a
closer look at the image.
Folder tree area
Thumbnail list area
Pg. For more information on:
37 Tutorial: Nikon Browser
Getting Started: Nikon View 5 Overview
View Area
Pg. For more information on:
60 Tutorial: Nikon Viewer
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Using Nikon View 5
How to use Nikon View 5
Connecting Your Camera (Pg. 11)
Starting Nikon View 5 (Pg. 12)
Starting Nikon View under Windows XP (Pg. 13)
Starting Nikon View under Mac OS X (Pg. 14)
If Nikon Transfer Does Not Start (Pg. 15)
Transferring Images (Pg. 16)
Viewing Still Images (Pg. 17)
This chapter describes the basic operations of Nikon View 5.
Playing Back Movies (Pg. 18)
Printing Images (Pg. 19)
About This Chapter
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Connecting Your Camera
Using a card slot
If your computer is running the Windows operating system, be sure to install
Nikon View 5 before connecting your camera to the computer.
Connecting the camera to your computer
Turn the camera on and connect it to the computer.
For more information on connecting your camera and on the cables required, see the documentation provided with your camera.
D1 series (IEEE 1394/Firewire interface)
COOLPIX series (USB interface)
When inserted in a PC-card adapter (available separately), the camera
memory card functions as a Type II PCMCIA ATA card, allowing images to
be read from the card.
Inserting a memory card
Remove the memory card from the camera and insert it in the adapter.
Insert the adapter into a PCMCIA TYPE II ATA card slot on your computer.
For more information on inserting the adapter, see the documentation provided with your computer.
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Depending on your operating environment, it may be necessary to install
drivers, register the card with the system, or adjust settings to configure
the computer to read memory cards. For details, see the documentation
provided with your computer or operating system.
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Using a Card Reader
Images on the memory card can also be viewed using a card reader.
Inserting a Memory Card
After removing the memory card from the camera, insert it in the card
reader and connect the reader to the computer. See the documentation
provided with the card reader for more information on connecting it to a
computer.
Card reader
Starting Nikon View 5
Starting Nikon Transfer
Once installation is complete, Nikon Transfer will start automatically whenever your Nikon digital camera is connected to your computer and turned
on, or when the camera memory card is inserted in a card slot or in a card
reader connected to the computer. Note that only one camera can be
connected to the computer at a time.
Card reader (USB interface)
Memory card
If Nikon Transfer does not start
If Nikon Transfer does not start, Click here to confirm that the camera
is registered as a device with your computer.
Using Nikon View 5 : Starting Nikon View 5
On a Macintosh, Nikon Transfer starts after Nikon Browser.
Auto start
Nikon Transfer will start automatically when:
• A supported camera is connected while on and with a memory card in place
• A supported camera with a memory card in place is connected and then turned on
• A memory card from the COOLPIX series (excluding COOLPIX600)
or D1 series is inserted in a card reader or card slot
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Starting Nikon View under Windows XP
If your computer is running Windows XP Home Edition/Professional, procedures to start Nikon View 5 are different from other operating systems.
Under Windows XP, the Removable Disk dialog box is displayed when you
connect the camera to the computer or insert the memory card into the card
reader or card slot. Select Copy pictures to a folder on my computer (us-
ing Nikon View 5) in this dialog box to start Nikon Transfer.
When you connect a D1, D1X, D1H, or COOLPIX990/880 to the computer, the
Removable Disk dialog box is not displayed. Nikon Transfer starts automatically.
The Removable Disk dialog box is not displayed when the data stored on the
memory card consists of movies only.
3. The Removable Disk dialog box is displayed.
4. Select Copy pictures to a folder on my computer (using Nikon View 5).
5. Click OK.
6. Nikon Transfer starts.
Procedures to start Nikon View 5 under Windows XP
To start Nikon Transfer under Windows XP, follow the steps below.
1. Connect the camera to your computer using an interface cable or insert the memory card in a card reader or card slot.
2. Turn the camera on.
Using Nikon View 5 : Starting Nikon View 5 under Windows XP
Always do the selected action check box
In the Removable Disk dialog box, if you select Copy pictures to a
folder on my computer (using Nikon View 5) and the Always do
the selected action check box, the Removable Disk dialog box will
not be displayed the next time. Nikon Transfer starts automatically.
If you clear the Always do the selected action check box, the Remov-
able Disk dialog box will be displayed.
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Starting Nikon View under Mac OS X
If the operating system on your computer is Mac OS X, Nikon Transfer and Image
Capture launch automatically when you connect a camera for the first time.
3. Image Capture launches.
4. Select None from the Hot Plug Action pop-up menu and exit Image
Capture.
When using Nikon Transfer under Mac OS X, it is recommended that you
use the following settings when you connect a camera for the first time:
1. Connect the camera to your computer using an interface cable or insert the memory card in a card reader or card slot.
2. Turn the camera on.
Using Nikon View 5 : Starting Nikon View 5 under Mac OS X
5. Turn the camera off.
6. Nikon Transfer launches automatically the next time you turn the camera on.
Starting Image Capture
You can also start Image Capture by double-clicking its icon in the Applications folder.
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If Nikon Transfer Does Not Start
This section describes the possible causes and solutions when Nikon Transfer does not start. If the problem persists, contact your retailer or our User
Support Center.
The procedure for installing Nikon View 5 varies with your operating system and make of camera. Click the links below for complete installation
instructions. After reading these instructions, you will be returned to the present manual.
If nothing is displayed
Possible Cause
A memory card is not inserted in the camera or card reader
The images on the memory card were taken with a make of camera not supported under Nikon View 5.
The camera is not properly installed.
Disable auto launch is selected in the Auto launch tab of the Preferences dialog box.
Your computer is running Nikon Capture (Windows only).
If a window other than Nikon Transfer is displayed
Possible Cause
The icon on the desktop was used to start the program.
The Start menu was used to start the program (Windows version only).
The icon in Nikon Software folder was used to start the program (Macintosh version only).
The operating system on your computer is Windows XP.
The operating system on your computer is Mac OS X.
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Transferring Images
Using the Image Transfer Window
To transfer image files, use Nikon Transfer.
Transferring image files
1. Start Nikon Transfer.
2. Specify the destination folder for the transferred image files to be transferred in the File destination and naming area of Nikon Transfer.
3. Click the Transfer button. The image files are transferred to the destination folder you specified.
Transfer
button
For more information on transferring image files using Nikon Transfer, see "Transferring images using Nikon Transfer" ( 23) in "Tutorial: Nikon Transfer."
4. When transfer is complete, Nikon Transfer closes, and the transferred
images are displayed in Nikon Browser as thumbnails.
Using Nikon View 5 : Transferring Images
Transferring images using the TRANSFER button on the camera
If the camera connected to your computer is equipped with a TRANSFER button, you can also use it to transfer images. Click here for further instructions on transferring images using the TRANSFER button on the camera.
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Viewing Still Images
Viewing still images
1. Check that Nikon Browser is displayed on your computer's screen.
Toolbar
Thumbnail
list area
2. In Nikon Browser, select a still image you want to view from thumbnail
list area.
Select a thumbnail
3. On the toolbar, click the View button.
View button
4. Nikon Viewer starts and displays the selected image.
Using Nikon View 5 : Viewing Still Images
For more information on viewing still images, see "Viewing still images"
( 51) in "Tutorial: Nikon Browser."
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Playing Back Movies
Viewing movies
1. Check that Nikon Browser is displayed on your computer's screen.
2. In Nikon Browser, select a movie you want to play back from the list of
thumbnails.
3. On the toolbar, click the View button.
View button
4. The selected movie is played back with the program specified in the
Movie tab of the Preferences dialog box.
For more information on viewing movies, see "Playing back movies" ( 51)
in "Tutorial: Nikon Browser."
Selected thumbnail
Using Nikon View 5 : Playing Back Movies
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Printing Images
Printing Images from Nikon Browser
In Nikon Browser, you can print a still image by selecting the thumbnail
displayed in the thumbnail list area.
1. In Nikon Browser, select one or more still images you want to print
from the list of thumbnails.
3. The Print dialog box will be displayed.
4. Make the necessary settings and click the Print button.
Selected thumbnail
2. On the toolbar, click the Print button.
Print button
Using Nikon View 5 : Printing Images
Print button
5. The selected images are printed.
For more information on printing from Nikon Browser, see "Printing images" ( 54) in "Tutorial: Nikon Browser."
Setting up the printer
For information on how to set up your printer, consult the documentation
provided with your printer.
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Printing Images from Nikon Viewer
In Nikon Viewer, you can print still images displayed in the view area.
1. Check that the image you wish to print is displayed in the view area.
3. The Print dialog box will be displayed.
4. Make the necessary settings and click the Print button.
5. The selected image is printed.
2. On the toolbar, click the Print button.
Print button
Using Nikon View 5 : Printing Images
View Area
Print
button
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Tutorial
Transferring and making use of image files
Nikon Transfer (Pp. 22-36)
Nikon Browser (Pp. 37-59)
Nikon Viewer (Pp. 60-69)
About This Chapter
This chapter guides you through the functions of Nikon Transfer, Nikon Browser, and Nikon Viewer in detail, including transferring, thumbnail display and printing
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Nikon Transfer
Using Nikon Transfer
Nikon Transfer has the following buttons and
functions.
Image transfer rule menu
Specifies which image files should be transferred from the memory card ( 23).
After transfer is completed field
Displays actions to be performed after
transfer, as set in the General tab of the
Transfer options dialog box ( 34).
Button Function
Sets transfer conditions and actions ( 29).
Transfer options
Adds file information to the image files ( 33).
File information
Displays help for Nikon View 5 ( 69).
Help
File destination and naming area
You can confirm and change the settings
for the destination and naming of the files
to be transferred in this area ( 24).
Button Function
Starts transferring image files to the computer
Transfer
Close
according to the specified conditions ( 34).
Closes Nikon Transfer.
Menus in the Macintosh version
The Macintosh version of Nikon View 5 has menu commands that duplicate the functions of the tool buttons, while the Windows version does not.
22Tutorial: Nikon Transfer
Transferring Images Using Nikon Transfer
This section describes how to use Nikon Transfer to transfer image files to
your computer from a memory card inserted in a camera, card reader, or
card slot.
Step 1—Specify the image transfer rule
From the Image transfer rule pull-down menu, select a transfer rule.
The following rules are available:
All Images
Images marked for
transfer
Transfers all image files. This is default setting
Transfers only the images that have been
DescriptionRule
at installation.
marked for transfer in the camera.
By default, all the image files on the memory card are transferred. The rule
you set will be retained even if Nikon Transfer is shut down and restarted.
If you are using a camera equipped with a TRANSFER button
You can also transfer image files using the TRANSFER button on your cam-
era. Click here for further instructions on transferring images using
the TRANSFER button.
Images marked for
protection
Images unmarked
for protection
Transfers only the images that are marked for
protection in the camera.
Transfers only the images that are not marked
for protection in the camera.
Setting the transfer mark
The transfer mark can be set using the Auto Transfer function on your
camera, or using the button. Some cameras may not support the trans-
fer mark. Consult the documentation provided with your camera on how
to set the transfer mark.
Tutorial: Nikon Transfer
Tutorial: Nikon Transfer
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Step 2—Set up the transfer destination and file name
You can set the file name and the location to save the files before transferring the image files by modifying the settings in the File destination and
naming area.
If you want to change the naming of the transferred files, click the Change
button in the File destination and naming area of Nikon Transfer.
Change Button
File destination and naming area
File destination field
Displays the current destination of the files to be transferred. At installation, the default destination is set to "\My Pictures\Nikon View\Images" (or
"\My Documents\Nikon View\Images" when the "My Pictures" folder does
not exist) in Windows, and "Documents" in Macintosh (or "Picture" in Mac
OS X).
File naming field
Displays "Original file name" or "Automatically generated file name."
You can modify each setting using the File Destination and Naming dia-
log box. The changes made are reflected in the File destination and nam-
ing area. The default setting at installation is "Original file name." This means
that the image name set at the time of shooting is maintained after transfer.
If you cannot change the transfer destination
If an image database that uses a hot folder is specified in the Database tab
( 32) of the Transfer options dialog box, the File destination box in the
File destination and naming area will be fixed to the path set in the Specify
a hot folder field.
Clicking Change displays the File Destination and Naming dialog box.
If a file with the same name already exists in the destination folder
If a file with the same name already exists in the destination folder, a sequential number is appended before the file extension at transfer.
Tutorial: Nikon Transfer
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Specifying a transfer destination
You can set the transfer destination in the Folder area of the File Destination and Naming dialog box.
Transfer field
Displays the current destination of the files to be transferred. Click Browse
to specify a different destination.
Create a new subfolder for each transfer check box
Select this check box to create a subfolder under the folder specified in the
Transfer field with a name similar to that shown in the Example. The
image files will be transferred to the newly created folder. Click Change to
change the name of the subfolder.
Copy folder names from camera check box
This check box is enabled when the Create a new subfolder for each
transfer check box is selected. Select this check box to maintain the folder
structure set in the camera. The files will be transferred to subfolders such
as "100NIKON" or "100NCD1X."
Tutorial: Nikon Transfer
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Folder name creation rules dialog box
When you click Change in the Folder area, the Folder name creation
rules dialog box is displayed.
Unique naming key between pre and suffix pull-down menu
Select the identifier you want to use for the folder name from Use sequential number, Use current date, or Use current date & time. The dia-
log box will show different options depending on the identifier you choose.
When you select Use sequential number, the folder name will include the
sequential number with the starting number and number of digits you specify.
Folders are named as follows: “prefix + identifier + suffix”. An identifier can
be a unique number, date, or date and time, which is specified in the Folder
name creation rules dialog box.
Prefix
Identifier
Suffix
Prefix field
Specify the characters you want to append to the beginning of the folder name.
Suffix field
Specify the characters you want to append to the end of the folder name.
Tutorial: Nikon Transfer
When you select Use current date, the folder name will include the
date of transfer.
When you select Use current date & time, the folder name will include
the date and time of transfer.
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The date and time is of the form YYYY-MM-DD-HH-MM-SS-NN, where
YYYY denotes the year, MM the month, DD the day of the month, HH the
hour, MM the minute, SS the second, and NN the serial number added
when a folder name already exists.
Original file name
Select this option to use the image file name set in the camera when saving
the transferred files.
For a delimiter, you can also use a symbol other than a hyphen.
Specifying the file name
You can set the file name in the File naming area of the File Destination and Naming dialog box.
File naming limitations
The following limitations apply when naming a file:
Windows
• In an operating environment that supports long file names (255 characters or less including the pathname), the following characters cannot be
used: \\ / : , ; * ? " < > |
• In an operating environment that does not support long file names, a file
name should be within 8 characters. Also, a space and the following
characters cannot be used: \\ / : , ; * ? " < >
Macintosh
A file name should be within 31 characters. Also, a colon (:) cannot be used
for a file name.
Change
Select this option to save the transferred files with a name similar to that
shown in the Example.
Click Change to change the file name shown in the Example.
Extensions
Depending on the file type, one of the following extensions will be assigned:
JPEG .JPG
TIFF .TIF
RAW data
Movie .MOV
.NEF
Tutorial: Nikon Transfer
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File name creation rules dialog box
When you click Change in the File naming area, the File name creation
rules dialog box is displayed.
Files are named as follows: “prefix + identifier + suffix”. An identifier can be
a unique number, date, or date and time, which is specified in the File name
creation rules dialog box.
Prefix
Identifier
Suffix
Unique naming key between pre and suffix pull-down menu
Select the identifier you want to use for the file name from Use sequential
number, Use current date, or Use current date & time. The dialog
box will show different options depending on the identifier you choose.
When you select Use sequential number, the file name will include the
sequential number with the starting number and number of digits you specify.
When you select Use current date, the file name will include the date of
transfer.
When you select Use current date & time, the file name will include the
date and time of transfer.
Prefix field
Select Original file name to append the file name assigned in the camera
to the beginning of the transferred file name. Select Other to append characters of your choice to the beginning of the file name.
Suffix field
Select Original file name to append the file name assigned in the camera
to the end of the transferred file name. Select Other to append characters
of your choice to the end of the file name.
Tutorial: Nikon Transfer
The date and time is of the form YYYY-MM-DD-HH-MM-SS-NN, where
YYYY denotes the year, MM the month, DD the day of the month, HH the
hour, MM the minute, SS the second, and NN the serial number added
when a file name already exists.
For a delimiter, you can also use a symbol other than a hyphen.
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Step 3—Set up the transfer options
Click the Transfer options button in Nikon Transfer to display the Trans-
fer options dialog box ( 32).
Transfer options button
The Transfer options dialog box
The Transfer options dialog box has the following tabs:
• General
• Transfer
• Creator (Macintosh version only)
• Database
The General tab
In the General tab, you can set the action to perform after transferring
image files.
Start Nikon Browser
Select this option to start Nikon Browser after the image files are transferred.
Launch third-party image database program
Select this option to launch an image database program specified in the
Database tab ( 32) and register the transferred files.
The changes you make in this dialog box take effect when you click the OK
button. Clicking the Cancel button closes the Transfer options dialog
box without applying the changes you made in the dialog box.
Tutorial: Nikon Transfer
Do nothing
Select this option if you want Nikon View 5 to do nothing after the transfer
of the image files is complete. (In Macintosh, the thumbnail display in Nikon
Browser is not updated when the images are transferred to your computer.)
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