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Introduction Parts of the Camera and Basic Operations The Basics of Shooting and Playback Shooting Features Playback Features Recording and Playing Back Movies Using GPS/Displaying Maps General Camera Setup Reference Section Technical Notes and Index i
Introduction Read This First Introduction Thank you for purchasing the Nikon COOLPIX AW100 digital camera. Before using the camera, please read the information in “For Your Safety” (Avi) and “ Shockproof, waterproof, dustproof, condensation, GPS/digital compass“ (Axi), and familiarize yourself with the information provided in this manual. After reading, please keep this manual handy and refer to it to enhance your enjoyment of your new camera.
Read This First About This Manual Other Information • Symbols and Conventions To make it easier to find the information you need, the following symbols and conventions are used in this manual: Icon Introduction If you want to start using the camera right away, see “The Basics of Shooting and Playback” (A15). To learn about the parts of the camera and basic operations, see “Parts of the Camera and Basic Operations” (A1).
Read This First Information and Precautions Life-Long Learning Introduction 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: • 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.
Read This First 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. Introduction • 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.
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. Introduction This icon marks warnings, information that should be read before using this Nikon product, to prevent possible injury.
For Your Safety • • • • • • Observe the following precautions when handling the Battery Charger Keep dry. Failure to observe this precaution could result in fire or electric shock. Dust on or near the metal parts of the plug should be removed with a dry cloth. Continued use could result in fire. Do not handle the power cable or go near the Battery Charger during lightning storms. Failure to observe this precaution could result in electric shock.
For Your Safety Introduction 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 included with this device should not be played back on audio CD equipment.
Notices Notices for Customers in the U.S.A. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. DANGER - TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, CAREFULLY FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS For connection to a supply not in the U.S.A., use an attachment plug adapter of the proper configuration for the power outlet if needed. The power supply unit is intended to be correctly orientated in a vertical or floor mount position.
Notices Introduction 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 Notice for Customers in Canada CAUTION This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Introduction Shockproof, waterproof, dustproof, condensation, GPS/digital compass • Make sure to read the following instructions as well as the instructions provided in “Caring for the Products” (F2). Notes on shockproof performance Introduction This camera has passed Nikon’s in-house test (drop test from a height of 152 cm (60 in.) on a 5 cm (2 in.) thick plywood panel) compliant with MIL-STD 810F Method 516.5-Shock*.
Shockproof, waterproof, dustproof, condensation, GPS/digital compass Introduction • The waterproof performance of this camera is designed to work for fresh water and seawater only. • The inner portion of this camera is not waterproof. Water seeping inside the camera could cause a malfunction. • Accessories are not waterproof. • Do not handle the camera with wet hands. Do not insert a wet memory card or battery in the camera.
Shockproof, waterproof, dustproof, condensation, GPS/digital compass Notes on using the camera underwater Observe the following precautions to prevent water from seeping inside the camera. Introduction • Do not dive into water deeper than 10 m (33 ft) with the camera. • Do not continuously use the camera underwater for 60 minutes or more. • Use the camera in the water temperature range from 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) when using it underwater.
Shockproof, waterproof, dustproof, condensation, GPS/digital compass Introduction 1. Keep the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover closed and wash off the camera with fresh water. Immerse the camera in a shallow basin filled with freshwater for 10 minutes. • If the buttons or switches do not operate properly, foreign substances may have adhered.
Shockproof, waterproof, dustproof, condensation, GPS/digital compass Notes on operating temperature and humidity and condensation • The performance of the batteries (number of pictures shot and shooting time) will drop temporarily. • If the camera is in a very cold state, the performance may drop temporarily, for example, the monitor may be darker than normal immediately after the camera is turned on or residual images may be produced.
Shockproof, waterproof, dustproof, condensation, GPS/digital compass Notes on GPS/digital compass b Map/location name data of this camera Introduction Before using the GPS function, make sure to read “USER LICENSE AGREEMENT FOR MAP DATA AND LOCATION NAME DATA” (F9) and agree to the terms. • The maps and location name information (Point of Interest: POI) are as of December 2010. The maps and location name information will not be updated.
Table of Contents Introduction .......................................................................................................................................... ii Introduction Read This First......................................................................................................................................... ii Confirming the Package Contents.............................................................................................................. ii About This Manual......
Table of Contents The Basics of Shooting and Playback ........................................................................................ 15 Introduction Preparation 1 Charge the Battery.................................................................................................. 16 Preparation 2 Insert the Battery..................................................................................................... 18 Preparation 3 Insert a Memory Card.............................................
Table of Contents Playback Features............................................................................................................................. 69 Selecting Certain Types of Images for Playback ...................................................................... 70 Available Playback Modes............................................................................................................................. 70 Switching Between Playback Modes ........................................
Table of Contents Reference Section........................................................................................................................ E1 Introduction xx Using Easy Panorama (Shooting and Playing back) .......................................................... E2 Taking Pictures with Easy Panorama................................................................................................. E2 Viewing Easy Panorama (Scroll) .........................................................
Table of Contents Introduction The Shooting Menu (A (Auto) Mode) ................................................................................ E34 Image Mode (Image Size and Quality)......................................................................................... E34 White Balance (Adjusting Hue) ......................................................................................................... E34 Continuous Shooting........................................................................
Table of Contents Introduction The Setup Menu .......................................................................................................................... E66 Welcome Screen ........................................................................................................................................ E66 Time Zone and Date................................................................................................................................ E67 Monitor Settings..............
Parts of the Camera and Basic Operations Parts of the Camera and Basic Operations This chapter describes the parts of the camera and also explains the main functions of each part and basic camera operations. Parts of the Camera ................................................2 The Camera Body ..........................................................................................2 Controls Used in Shooting Mode ............................................................
Parts of the Camera and Basic Operations Parts of the Camera The Camera Body 8 Parts of the Camera and Basic Operations 11 12 2 9 10 1 2 13 14 15 16 17 3 4 5 6 7 18 1 Eyelet for camera strap .............................14 10 Battery chamber............................................18 2 Shutter-release button........................4, 30 11 HDMI mini connector (Type C) ............. 73 3 Power switch/power-on lamp..............23 12 Hinge .............................................
Parts of the Camera 1 2 4 5 6 7 8 9 3 11 12 13 14 1 Eyelet for camera strap .............................14 8 k (apply selection) button ...................10 2 Speaker ............................................... 71, 84, 95 9 Multi selector...................................................10 3 Monitor..........................................................6, 26 4 Flash lamp......................................................... 54 10 Action button U : Display map................
Parts of the Camera Controls Used in Shooting Mode Control Name A A (shooting Change the shooting mode (displays the mode) button shooting-mode selection screen). 26 Press g (i) (telephoto zoom position) to Zoom buttons zoom in, and f (h) (wide-angle position) to zoom out. 29 Parts of the Camera and Basic Operations Multi selector See “Using the Multi Selector” for more information. 10 d (menu) button Display and hides the menu. 11 When pressed halfway (i.e.
Parts of the Camera Controls Used in Playback Mode Control A Name Main Function • When the camera is turned off, press and hold this button to turn the camera on in playback mode. • Return to shooting mode. 23 Playback button • Magnify the image with g (i); display image thumbnails or the calendar with Zoom buttons f (h). • Adjust the volume for voice memo and movie playback. 33 Apply selection button d (menu) button Delete button See “Using the Multi Selector” for more information.
Parts of the Camera The Monitor • The information that is displayed on the monitor during shooting and playback changes depending on the camera’s settings and state of use. Information is displayed when the camera is first turned on and when you operate the camera, and turns off after a few seconds (when Photo info in Monitor settings (A94) is set to Auto info).
Parts of the Camera Focus area (for manual, center) ..........................................................................30, 52 1 Shooting mode......................................26, 27 2 Macro mode ....................................................57 3 Zoom indicator ..............................................29 4 AE/AF-L indicator....................................E6 5 Flash mode .......................................................54 6 Battery level indicator ..................
Parts of the Camera Playback Mode 1 Parts of the Camera and Basic Operations 21 20 26 25 24 23 22 4 2 3 5 6 7 8 15/11/2011 12:00 9999.JPG 9 12 999/999 19 18 17 16 15 13 999/999 9999/9999 1m 0s 1m 0s a b 14 1 Date of recording......................................... 24 2 Time of recording ........................................ 24 3 Voice memo indicator .............................. 71 16 4 Album icon in favorite pictures mode .....................................................
Basic Operations Switching Between Shooting Mode and Playback Mode Shooting mode Parts of the Camera and Basic Operations The camera has two modes of operation: Shooting mode, which is used for taking pictures, and playback mode, which is used for viewing pictures. Press the c (playback) button to switch to playback mode. Press the A (shooting mode) button to switch to shooting mode.
Basic Operations Using the Multi Selector Operate by pressing up (H), down (I), left (J), right (K), or the k button.
Basic Operations Using Menus (the d Button) When the d button is pressed while the shooting screen or playback screen is displayed, the menu for the current mode is displayed. Once the menu is displayed, various settings can be changed. Shooting mode Playback mode 15/11/2011 15:30 0004.JPG 4 ޓ4 Easy auto mode Tabs Image mode A tab: Displays available settings in the current shooting mode (A27). Depending on the current shooting mode, the tab icon that is displayed will be different.
Basic Operations Switching Between Tabs Shooting menu Image mode White balance Continuous ISO sensitivity AF area mode Autofocus mode Parts of the Camera and Basic Operations Press the multi selector J to highlight the tab. Image mode White balance Continuous ISO sensitivity AF area mode Autofocus mode Press the multi selector H or I to select a tab, and press the k button or K.
Basic Operations Using the Action Button When the action button is pressed, either of the following operations set in Assign action button of the setup menu (A94) can be performed. • Display maps. • Perform the function by shaking the camera (action control). 500km Display the current location on a map during shooting (only when Record GPS data in GPS options of the map menu (A86) is set to On).
Basic Operations B Notes on Action Control • When using the action control, be sure to hold the camera firmly by passing your hand through the camera strap. • In the action control, only the action button, shutter-release button and power switch can be used. • Action control may not perform well depending on how the camera is shaken. Change the Action control response (A95). Attaching the Camera Strap for Land Use Remove the strap for land use before using the camera underwater.
The Basics of Shooting and Playback Preparation Shooting Step 1 Turn the Camera On..............................................................................................22 Setting the Display Language, Date, and Time (First Use Only) .................24 Step 2 Select a Shooting Mode.......................................................................................26 Step 3 Frame a Picture .......................................................................................................
The Basics of Shooting and Playback Preparation 1 Charge the Battery The Basics of Shooting and Playback 1 Connect the power cable in the order indicated below. 2 Insert the battery into the battery charger by sliding the battery forward (1), and press down until it locks into place (2). • CHARGE lamp starts blinking when charging starts. • A fully-exhausted battery charges in about two hours and 30 minutes. • When charging is complete, the CHARGE lamp stops blinking.
Preparation 1 Charge the Battery Understanding CHARGE Lamp Status Description Blinks Battery charging. On Battery fully charged. Flickers • The battery is not inserted correctly. Remove the battery and reinsert it into the battery charger so that the battery is lying flat. • The ambient temperature is not suited to charging. Charge the battery indoors with an ambient temperature of 5°C to 35°C (41°F to 95°F) before use. • The battery is faulty.
Preparation 2 Insert the Battery 1 Press the battery-chamber/memory-card slot cover latch release (1) and rotate the battery-chamber/memory-card slot cover latch (2) to open the cover (3). 2 Insert the battery. The Basics of Shooting and Playback • Use the battery to push the orange battery latch in the direction shown (1), and fully insert the battery (2). • When the battery is fully inserted, the battery latch locks it in place.
Preparation 2 Insert the Battery Removing the Battery Before opening the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover, turn the camera off (A23) and confirm that the power-on lamp and the monitor are off. To eject the battery, open the battery-chamber/ memory card slot cover and slide the orange battery latch in the direction shown (1). Then, remove the battery straight (2). B High Temperature Caution The camera, battery, and memory card may be hot immediately after using the camera.
Preparation 3 Insert a Memory Card 1 Confirm that the power-on lamp and the monitor are turned off and open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover. • Be sure to turn off the camera before opening the cover. 2 Insert the memory card. The Basics of Shooting and Playback • Slide the memory card until it clicks into place. B Inserting the Memory Card Correctly Inserting the memory card upside down or backwards could damage the camera or the memory card.
Preparation 3 Insert a Memory Card Removing Memory Cards Before opening the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover, turn the camera off and confirm that the power-on lamp and the monitor are off. Press the memory card in lightly with your finger (1) to partially eject it, and then pull it out straight (2). B High Temperature Caution The camera, battery, and memory card may be hot immediately after using the camera. Observe caution when removing the battery or memory card.
Step 1 Turn the Camera On 1 Press the power switch to turn on the camera. • If you are turning the camera on for the first time, see “Setting the Display Language, Date, and Time” (A24). • The monitor is turned on. 2 Check the battery level and number of exposures remaining. Battery level indicator The Basics of Shooting and Playback 50s 21 Number of exposures remaining Battery Level Display Description b Battery level high. B Battery level low. Prepare to charge or replace the battery.
Step 1 Turn the Camera On Turning the Camera On and Off • When the camera is turned on, the power-on lamp (green) lights, and the monitor is turned on (the power-on lamp turns off when the monitor is turned on). • To turn off the camera, press the power switch. Both the monitor and the power-on lamp are turned off. • Hold down the c (playback) button to turn on the camera in playback mode.
Step 1 Turn the Camera On Setting the Display Language, Date, and Time Dialogs for language selection and camera clock setting are displayed the first time the camera is turned on. 1 Press the multi selector H or I to choose the desired language and press the k button. Language Multi selector The Basics of Shooting and Playback 2 • To cancel setting, select No.
Step 1 Turn the Camera On 5 Press H, I, J or K to set date and time, and press the k button. • To choose an item: Press K or J (selected in the following order: D (day) ➝ M (month) ➝ Y (year) ➝ hour ➝ minute). • To set the contents: Press H or I. • Finish setting: Choose minute, and press the k button or K. • After finishing the setting, the shooting screen is displayed.
Step 2 Select a Shooting Mode 1 Press the A button. • The shooting-mode selection menu which allows you to select the desired shooting mode, is displayed. 2 Press the multi selector H or I to select a shooting mode. Easy auto mode • G Easy auto mode is used in this example. Select G Easy auto mode. The Basics of Shooting and Playback Multi selector 3 Press the k button. • The camera switches to G (easy auto) mode.
Step 2 Select a Shooting Mode Available Shooting Modes G Easy auto mode A38 By simply framing a picture, the camera automatically selects the optimum scene mode for simple shooting. b Scene A39 Camera settings are automatically optimized for the selected scene. • To select a scene, first display the shooting-mode selection menu and then press the multi selector K. Select the desired scene by pressing H, I, J, or K, and then press the k button.
Step 3 Frame a Picture 1 Ready the camera. • Keep your fingers, hair, camera strap and other objects away from the lens, flash, AFassist illuminator and microphone. • To shoot in the “tall” orientation, hold the camera so that the flash is above the lens. The Basics of Shooting and Playback 2 Frame the picture. • When the camera determines a scene mode, the shooting mode icon changes (A26). • When the camera detects a face, a yellow double 50s border (focus area) is displayed.
Step 3 Frame a Picture Using the Zoom Zoom out Zoom in Press the zoom buttons to activate the optical zoom. • The subject fills a larger area of the frame: Press g (zoom in). • The area visible increases in the frame: Press f (zoom out). • When the power is turned on, the zoom is at the maximum wide-angle position. • A zoom position is displayed at the top of the monitor when the zoom button is pressed.
Step 4 Focus and Shoot 1 Press the shutter-release button halfway, i.e., press the button slightly until you feel resistance. The Basics of Shooting and Playback • When you press the shutter-release button halfway, the camera sets the focus and exposure (shutter speed and aperture value). Focus and exposure remain locked while the shutter-release button is pressed halfway.
Step 4 Focus and Shoot B During Recording • While the indicator showing the number of exposures remaining is blinking, images are being recorded. Do not open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover. Cutting the power or removing the memory card in these circumstances could result in loss of data or in damage to the camera or card. • Depending on the settings or shooting conditions, the image recording time may take longer than usual (F16).
Step 5 Play Back Images 1 Press the c (playback) button. • When you switch from shooting mode to playback mode, the last image saved will be displayed in full-frame playback mode. c (playback) button Multi selector 2 Use the multi selector to view the previous and next images. The Basics of Shooting and Playback • To view previous images: H or J • To view next images: I or K • The image can be also selected by using action control (A13) and shaking the camera.
Step 5 Play Back Images Changing How Images Are Displayed When using playback mode, you can change how images are displayed by pressing the zoom button f (h)/g (i). Playback Zoom g (i) 15/11/2011 15:30 0004.JPG Image is displayed in fullframe playback mode. f (h) Display position guide Image is zoomed in. • To adjust the zoom ratio by pressing the zoom button f (h)/g (i). Images can be zoomed up to 10×. • To view a different area of the image, press the multi selector H, I, J, or K.
Step 6 Delete Unwanted Images 1 Press the l button to delete the image currently displayed on the monitor. 2 Press the multi selector H or I to select the desired deletion method and press the k button. The Basics of Shooting and Playback • Current image: Only the current image is deleted. • Erase selected images: Multiple images can be selected and deleted. See “Operating the Erase Selected Images Screen” (A35) for more information. • All images: All images are deleted.
Step 6 Delete Unwanted Images Operating the Erase Selected Images Screen 1 Press the multi selector J or K to select an image to be deleted, and then press H to display y. • To cancel the selection, press I to remove y. • Press the zoom button (A29) g (i) to switch back to full-frame playback mode or f (h) to display thumbnails. 2 Erase selected images Back ON/OFF Add y to all images that you want to delete and then press the k button to apply the selection.
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Shooting Features This chapter describes each of the camera’s shooting modes and the features that are available when using shooting mode. By referring to this information, you will learn how to select different shooting modes and adjust settings according to the shooting conditions and the kind of images you want to capture.
Shooting Features G (Easy Auto) Mode When you frame a picture, the camera automatically selects the optimum scene for simple shooting. Display the shooting screen M A (shooting mode) button M G (Easy auto) mode (A26, 27) Shooting Features When the camera is pointed at the subject, the camera automatically switches to the setting that is suited for the following shooting mode.
Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes) When one of the following scenes is selected, pictures are captured using settings that are optimized for the selected scene. Display the shooting screen M A (shooting mode) button M b (the second icon from the top*) M K M select a scene (A26, 27) * The icon for the last scene mode selected is displayed. The default setting is b (portrait).
Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes) Characteristics of Each Scene Use of a tripod is recommended in scenes with which O is indicated. Set Vibration reduction in the setup menu (A94) to Off when using a tripod to stabilize the camera. b Portrait Use this mode for portraits. • The camera detects and focuses on a face (see “Using Face Detection” (A65) for more information). • After the skin softening feature makes the subject’s skin appear smoother, the camera records the image (A66).
Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes) e Night portrait O Use this mode for portraits taken at sunset or at night. • The camera detects and focuses on a face (see “Using Face Detection” (A65) for more information). • After the skin softening feature makes facial skin tones softer, the camera records the image (A66). • If no faces are detected, the camera focuses on the subject at the center of the frame. • The digital zoom is not available.
Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes) i Dusk/dawn O Preserve the colors seen in the weak natural light before sunrise or after sunset. • When the shutter-release button is pressed halfway, the focus area or focus indicator (A6) always lights in green. j Night landscape O Slow shutter speeds are used to capture the atmosphere of a night landscape. • When the shutter-release button is pressed halfway, the focus area or focus indicator (A6) always lights in green.
Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes) u Food Use this mode when taking pictures of food. • Macro mode (A57) is enabled and the camera automatically zooms to the closest position to the subject where the camera can shoot. • You can adjust the hue by pressing the multi selector H or I. The hue adjustment setting is saved in the camera’s memory even after the camera is turned off. • You can move the focus area that the camera focuses on.
Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes) o Backlighting Use when light is coming from behind the subject, throwing features or details into shadow. In the screen that is displayed when o Backlighting scene mode is selected, On or Off can be selected in HDR (high dynamic range) composition. • Off (default setting): The flash fires to prevent the backlit subject from being hidden in shadow. - The camera focuses on the subject at the center area of the frame.
Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes) p Panorama Use this mode for shooting panorama pictures. In the screen that is displayed when p Panorama scene mode is selected, Select Easy panorama or Panorama assist. B Shooting Features • Easy panorama (default setting): Shoots panorama pictures that can be played back on the camera by moving the camera in the direction you want to create a panorama picture. - Shooting range can be selected from Normal (180°) (default setting) or Wide (360°).
Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes) O Pet portrait Shooting Features Use this mode for shooting pictures of dogs or cats. • Select Single or Continuous (three pictures are shot continuously). - Single: One picture is captured at a time. - Continuous (default setting): When the camera focuses on the detected face in Pet portrait auto release (default setting) mode, three pictures are shot continuously (frame rate with continuous shooting: approximately 1.
Special Effects Mode (Applying Effects When Shooting) Select one of the six special effects for shooting. The effect is applied to pictures during shooting. Display the shooting screen M A (shooting mode) button M D (the third icon from the top*) M K M Select the effect (A26, 27) * The last icon you selected is displayed. The default setting is D (Soft). • The camera focuses on the subject at the center area of the frame.
Special Effects Mode (Applying Effects When Shooting) Changing Special Effects Mode Settings • See “Features That Can Be Set Using the Multi Selector” (A53) for more information on flash mode (A54), self-timer (A56), macro mode (A57), and exposure compensation (A58). • Functions that can be set using the d button: The combination of image size and image quality (image mode) can be set using the d button (A61).
Smart Portrait Mode (Shooting Smiling Faces) If the camera detects smiling faces, the shutter is automatically released without pressing the shutter-release button (Smile timer). The skin softening function makes facial skin tones softer. Display the shooting screen M A (shooting mode) button M F Smart portrait mode (A26, 27) 1 Frame the picture and wait for the subject to smile.
Smart Portrait Mode (Shooting Smiling Faces) Changing Smart Portrait Mode Settings • See “Features That Can Be Set Using the Multi Selector” (A53) for more information on flash mode (A54), self-timer (A56), and exposure compensation (A58). • See “Options Available in the Smart Portrait Menu” (below) for more information on functions that can be set using the d button. Options Available in the Smart Portrait Menu In smart portrait mode, the following option settings can be changed.
A (Auto) Mode Basic shooting operations can be performed. In addition, the options of shooting menu can be adjusted according to the shooting conditions and the kind of images you want to capture. Display the shooting screen M A (shooting mode) button M A (auto) mode (A26, 27) Changing A (Auto) Mode Settings • See “Features That Can Be Set Using the Multi Selector” (A53) for more information on flash mode (A54), self-timer (A56), macro mode (A57), and exposure compensation (A58).
A (Auto) Mode Option A Shooting Features White balance Continuous Select the mode used for taking a series of pictures from Single, Continuous H, Continuous L, BSS (A43) and Multi-shot 16. The default setting is Single (i.e., only one picture is captured at a time). When set to Continuous H, up to three pictures are shot at a rate of about 7.1 frames per second while the shutterrelease button is pressed all the way (when image mode is set to Q 4608×3456).
Features That Can Be Set Using the Multi Selector Press the multi selector H (m), J (n), I (D), or K (o) while shooting to operate the following functions.
Features That Can Be Set Using the Multi Selector Flash Modes (Using the Flash) You can set a flash mode that suits the shooting conditions. 1 Press H (m flash mode) on the multi selector. 2 Press the multi selector to select the desired mode and press the k button. Shooting Features • See “Available Flash Modes” (A55) for more information. • If the k button is not pressed within a few seconds, the selection will be canceled.
Features That Can Be Set Using the Multi Selector Available Flash Modes U Auto The flash fires automatically when lighting is dim. V Auto with red-eye reduction Suitable for portraits. Reduces red-eye effect caused by flash in portraits. W Off The flash does not fire. Using a tripod is recommended to stabilize the camera when shooting in dark surroundings. X Fill flash The flash fires when a picture is taken, regardless of how bright the subject is.
Features That Can Be Set Using the Multi Selector Using the Self-timer The self-timer is suitable for taking group pictures and reducing the vibration when the shutter-release button is pressed. When using the self-timer, use of a tripod is recommended. Set Vibration reduction in the setup menu (A94) to Off when using a tripod to stabilize the camera. 1 Press J (n self-timer) on the multi selector. 2 Press the multi selector H or I to select 10s or 2s and press the k button.
Features That Can Be Set Using the Multi Selector Using Macro Mode When using macro mode, the camera can focus on subjects as close as 1 cm (0.4 in.) from the front of the lens. This feature is useful when taking close-up pictures of flowers and other small subjects. 1 Press I (p macro mode) on the multi selector. 2 Press the multi selector H or I to select ON and press the k button. Macro mode 3 Use the zoom buttons to set the zoom ratio to a position where F and the zoom indicator light in green.
Features That Can Be Set Using the Multi Selector Exposure Compensation (Adjusting Brightness) By adjusting exposure compensation when taking pictures, you can adjust overall image brightness. 1 Press K (o exposure compensation) on the multi selector. 2 Press the multi selector H or I to select a compensation value. • To make the image brighter, apply positive (+) exposure compensation. • To make the image darker, apply negative (–) exposure compensation.
Features That Can Be Set Using the Multi Selector Default Settings The default settings in each shooting mode are described below. • Similar information about scene mode can be found on the next page. Shooting mode 2 3 4 Self-timer mode (A56) Macro mode (A57) Exposure compensation (A58) G (Easy auto mode) U1 (A38) OFF OFF2 0.0 Special effects (A47) W OFF OFF 0.0 F (Smart portrait) (A49) U3 OFF4 OFF2 0.0 A (Auto mode) (A51) U OFF OFF 0.0 U (auto) and W (off) can be selected.
Features That Can Be Set Using the Multi Selector The default settings in each scene mode are described below. Flash mode (A54) Shooting Features 1 2 3 4 5 6 Macro mode (A57) Exposure compensation (A58) b (A40) V OFF OFF1 0.0 c (A40) W1 OFF OFF1 0.0 d (A40) W1 OFF1 OFF1 0.0 e (A41) V2 OFF OFF1 0.0 f (A41) V3 OFF OFF1 0.0 Z (A41) U OFF OFF1 0.0 z (A41) U OFF OFF1 0.0 h (A41) W1 OFF OFF1 0.0 i (A42) W1 OFF OFF1 0.0 j (A42) W1 OFF OFF1 0.
Changing the Image Size (Image Mode) Display the shooting screen M d button (A11) M Shooting Menu M Image mode Use the Image mode setting in the shooting menu to select the combination of image size and image quality (compression rate) that is used when saving images. Select the image mode best suited to the manner in which images will be used and the capacity of the internal memory or memory card.
Changing the Image Size (Image Mode) C Number of Exposures Remaining The following table lists the approximate number of images that can be saved in the internal memory and on a 4 GB memory card. Note that due to JPEG compression, the number of exposures remaining differs depending on the composition of the image. In addition, this number may vary depending on the make of the memory card, even when the memory cards have the same specified capacity.
Features That Cannot Be Used Simultaneously Some shooting settings cannot be used in combination with other functions. Restricted function Option Descriptions When continuous is used for shooting, the flash cannot be used. Blink proof (A50) When Blink proof is set to On, the flash cannot be used. Smile timer (A50) When Smile timer is used for shooting, the self-timer cannot be used. AF area mode (A52) When Subject tracking is used for shooting, the self-timer cannot be used.
Features That Cannot Be Used Simultaneously Restricted function Option Continuous (A52) When continuous is used for shooting, shutter sound is disabled. Smile timer (A50) When Smile timer is set to On, shutter sound is disabled. Continuous (A52) When continuous is used for shooting, blink warning is disabled. AF area mode (A52) When Subject tracking is used for shooting, the digital zoom cannot be used. Continuous (A52) When Multi-shot 16 is used for shooting, the digital zoom cannot be used.
Using Face Detection In the following shooting modes, the camera uses face detection to automatically focus on human faces. If more than one face is detected, a double border is displayed around the face that the camera will focus on, and single borders are displayed around the other faces.
Using Skin Softening In the following mode, the camera detects up to three human faces when the shutter is released, and processes the image to make facial skin tones softer before saving the image. • G (easy auto) mode (A38) • Portrait (A40) or Night portrait (A41) in scene mode • Smart portrait mode (A49) Skin softening in Glamour retouch (A71) can also be applied to saved images, even after shooting. Shooting Features B 66 Notes on Skin Softening • It may take more time to save images.
Focus Lock Use focus lock to focus on off-center subjects when center is selected for AF area mode. To focus on off-center subjects when Center is selected for AF area mode for the shooting menu (A51) in A (auto) mode, use focus lock as described below. 1 Position the subject at the center of the frame. 29m 0s 1342 2 • Focus is locked and the focus area lights in green. • Exposure is also locked. 3 1/250 F3.9 1/250 F3.9 Shooting Features Press the shutter-release button halfway.
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Playback Features Selecting Certain Types of Images for Playback Playback mode can be changed according to the type of images you want to view. Available Playback Modes c Play A32 All images are played back without selecting types of images. When you switch from shooting mode to playback mode, this mode is selected. E9 h Favorite pictures Play back only the images added to an album. Before switching to this mode, images must be added to the album folder (A72, E9).
Features Available in Playback Mode (Playback Menu) When viewing images in full-frame playback mode or thumbnail playback mode, you can configure the following functions by pressing the d button to display the menu, and then selecting the c tab, h tab, F tab or C tab (A11). Option Playback menu Quick retouch D-Lighting Glamour retouch Filter effects Print order Slide show Protect Description A E17 I D-Lighting1 Create copies with enhanced brightness and contrast, brightening dark portions of an image.
Features Available in Playback Mode (Playback Menu) Option 1 2 3 4 Playback Features 72 5 6 Description A C Sequence display options Display a sequence of images shot continuously as individual images, or display only the key picture of a sequence. E51 x Choose key picture4 Change the key picture for the series of pictures that were shot continuously (Pictures in a sequence E7). E51 h Favorite pictures5 Select and add pictures to an album.
Connecting the Camera to a TV, Computer, or Printer You can enhance your enjoyment of images and movies by connecting the camera to a TV, computer, or printer. • Before connecting the camera to an external device, make sure the remaining battery level is sufficient and turn the camera off. For information about the connection methods and subsequent operations, refer to the documentation included with the device in addition to this document.
Using ViewNX 2 ViewNX 2 is an all-in-one software package which enables you to transfer, view, edit and share images. Install ViewNX 2 using the ViewNX 2 Installer CD. Your Imaging Toolbox ViewNX 2™ Installing ViewNX 2 • An Internet connection is required.
Using ViewNX 2 2 Select a language in the language selection dialog to open the installation window. • If the desired language is not available, click Region Selection to choose a different region and then choose the desired language (the Region Selection button is not available in the European release). • Click Next to display the installation window. 3 Start the installer.
Using ViewNX 2 Transferring Images to the Computer 1 Choose how images will be copied to the computer. Choose one of the following methods: • Direct USB connection: Turn the camera off and ensure that the memory card is inserted in the camera. Connect the camera to the computer using the included USB Cable UC-E6 and then turn the camera on. Playback Features • SD card slot: If your computer is equipped with an SD card slot, the card can be inserted directly in the slot.
Using ViewNX 2 2 Transfer images to the computer. • Confirm that the name of the connected camera or removable disk is displayed in the “Source” panel in the Nikon Transfer 2 “Options” area (1). • Click Start Transfer (2). 1 2 • At default settings, all the images on the memory card will be copied to the computer. 3 Terminate the connection. Viewing Images Start ViewNX 2. Playback Features • If the camera is connected to the computer, turn the camera off and disconnect the USB cable.
Using ViewNX 2 Retouching Photographs Click Edit in the ViewNX 2 toolbar. Image editing functions include tone compensation, sharpness adjustment, and trimming (cropping). Editing Movies Click Movie Editor in the ViewNX 2 toolbar. Movie editing functions include the ability to delete unwanted scenes. Playback Features Printing Images Click Print in the ViewNX 2 toolbar. A dialog is displayed and images can be printed using a printer connected to the computer.
Recording and Playing Back Movies You can record movies by simply pressing the b (D movie-record) button. 29m 9s 9 7m23s In playback mode, press the k button to play a movie. 10m16s 7m42s Recording and Playing Back Movies 15/11/2011 15:30 0004.
Recording and Playing Back Movies Recording Movies You can record movies by simply pressing the b (e movie-record) button. Color tones, white balance, and other settings are the same when recording movies as they are when taking still images. 1 Turn on the camera and display the shooting screen. • The movie options icon indicates the type of movie recorded. The default setting is d HD 1080pP (1920×1080) (A83). • When recording movies, the angle of view (i.e.
Recording Movies B Notes on Movie Recording • When saving a movie onto a memory card, a memory card with an SD speed class of Class 6 or higher is recommended (A21). If the transfer speed of the card is slow, the movie recording may end unexpectedly. • Using the digital zoom causes image quality to deteriorate. If you start recording the movie without using digital zoom, and you keep pressing the zoom button g, the zoom stops at the maximum optical zoom ratio.
Recording Movies C Maximum Movie Length Movie options (A83) Internal memory (approx. 83 MB) Memory card (4 GB)* d HD 1080pP (1920×1080) 50 s 35 min e HD 1080p (1920×1080) 58 s 40 min f HD 720p (1280×720) p iFrame 540 (960×540) g VGA (640×480) 1 min 18 s 55 min 29 s 20 min 3 min 53 s 2 h 55 min All figures are approximate. The maximum movie length varies with the make of the memory card and the bitrate of the recorded movie.
Recording Movies Changing Movie Recording Settings (Movie Menu) The following option settings can be changed. Movie Movie options Open with HS footage Autofocus mode Movie light Wind noise reduction Display the shooting screen M d button M D tab (A11) A Movie options E52 Open with HS footage When On (default setting) is selected, record slow motion or fast motion movies from the start of HS movie recording. E53 Autofocus mode Select how the camera focuses when recording normal speed movies.
Playing Back Movies 1 Press the c (playback) button to enter playback mode. 15/11/2011 15:30 0004.MOV • Use the multi selector to select the movie. • Movies can be recognized by the movie options icon (A82, 83). 10m16s 2 Press the k button to play back the movie. Adjusting volume Pausing Use the zoom button g or f (A3) during playback. Operation during playback Playback controls are displayed at the top of the monitor.
Using GPS/Displaying Maps This chapter describes how to record the position information on the image using GPS and how to display the current position and image shooting location on the screen using the camera’s internal map information.
Using GPS/Displaying Maps Starting GPS Data Recording The Global Positioning System (GPS) is a satellite-based navigation system using the electro-magnetic waves of a network of GPS satellites placed into orbit. It allows users to determine their locations anywhere on Earth. The camera’s internal GPS receives signals from the GPS satellites and calculate its current time and position. Calculation of the position is known as positioning.
Starting GPS Data Recording B Notes on GPS C Pictures with Recorded Position Information • The z icon is displayed during playback for images which have the position information recorded (A8). • Position information recorded on a picture can be checked on a map with ViewNX2 after transferring the image to a computer (A74).
Displaying Maps The current position or image shooting location can be displayed on the screen using the camera’s internal map information. To display the map, press the action button in shooting mode or playback mode. When Using Shooting Mode To display the current position on the screen, press the action button in shooting mode when Record GPS data in GPS options of the map menu is set to On. • To adjust the scale of the map, use the zoom button (f (h)/g (i)).
Displaying Maps B Map Display • The map display cannot be rotated. Only the north up display (the top of the screen indicates the north) is available. • The map display scale may vary depending on the country where the map is displayed. • In shooting mode, when Record GPS data in GPS options of the map menu is set to Off or when positioning could not be performed, a world map centered on the region that was set in Time zone of Time zone and date in the setup menu (A94) is displayed.
Changing the GPS or Electronic Compass Settings (Map Menu) In map display mode, the following option settings can be changed. Map menu GPS options Distance units Calculate distance Points of interest (POI) Create log View log Electronic compass Press the action button (display map, A13) M d button M U tab (A11) Option Using GPS/Displaying Maps 90 Description A GPS options Record GPS data: When set to On, signals are being received from the GPS satellite and positioning starts (A86).
Changing the GPS or Electronic Compass Settings (Map Menu) Option Description A Make the settings for the POI (points of interest, location name information). Embed POI: When set to On, the location name information is recorded on the pictures to be shot. The default setting is Off. Display POI: When set to On, the location name information is displayed on the shooting screen or playback screen. The default setting is Off.
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General Camera Setup This chapter describes the various settings that can be adjusted in the z setup menu. Set up 29m 0s 1 3 4 21 3 4 2 Welcome screen Time zone and date Monitor settings Print date Vibration reduction Motion detection AF assist General Camera Setup • See “Using Menus (the d Button)” (A11) for more information about using the camera’s menus. • For further details about each setting, refer to “The Setup Menu” in the Reference Section (E66).
General Camera Setup The Setup Menu Press the d button M z (setup) tab (A11) From the menu screen, select the z tab to display the setup menu, and then you can change the following settings. Option General Camera Setup 94 Set up Welcome screen Time zone and date Monitor settings Print date Vibration reduction Motion detection AF assist Description A Welcome screen Select the image displayed as the welcome screen when the camera is turned on. Select COOLPIX to display the COOLPIX logo.
The Setup Menu Option Description A Motion detection When the camera detects camera shake or subject movement at the time of shooting, it automatically increases ISO sensitivity and shutter speed to reduce blurring. The default setting is Auto. The r icon lights in green when the camera detects camera shake and increases shutter speed. • When using certain shooting modes or settings, motion is not detected. In this case the r icon is not displayed.
The Setup Menu Option General Camera Setup 96 Description A Format memory/ Format card Format the internal memory (only when a memory card is not inserted) or the memory card (when a memory card is inserted). • All data stored in the internal memory or on the E78 memory card is deleted during formatting and cannot be restored. Be sure to transfer important images to a computer and save them before formatting. Language Change the camera’s display language.
E Reference Section The Reference Section provides detailed information and hints for using the camera. Shooting Using Easy Panorama (Shooting and Playing back) ...................................... E2 Using Panorama Assist ............................................................................................. E5 Playback Playing and Deleting Images Captured Using Continuous Shooting Mode (Sequence) ..................................................................................................
Reference Section Using Easy Panorama (Shooting and Playing back) Taking Pictures with Easy Panorama Display the shooting screen M A (shooting mode) button M b (the second icon from the top*) M K M p (panorama) * The icon for the last scene mode selected is displayed. The default setting is b (portrait). 1 Select Easy panorama and press the k button. Panorama Easy panorama Panorama assist 2 Select the shooting range from Normal (180°) or Wide (360°), and press the k button.
Using Easy Panorama (Shooting and Playing back) 4 Press the shutter-release button all the way, and release it. • The I icons showing the panorama direction are displayed. 5 Move the camera straight and slowly in one of the four directions to start shooting. • When the camera detects the panorama direction, the shooting starts. • The guide showing the current shooting point is displayed. • When the guide showing the shooting point reaches the end, the shooting ends.
Using Easy Panorama (Shooting and Playing back) Viewing Easy Panorama (Scroll) Switch to playback mode (A32), display the picture recorded with easy panorama in full-frame playback mode and press the k button. The camera displays the short side of the picture filling the entire screen and scrolls the displayed area automatically. 15/11/2011 15:30 0004.JPG 4 132 • The picture is scrolled in the direction of the panorama shooting. Playback controls are displayed at the top of the monitor during playback.
Using Panorama Assist Using a tripod makes the composition easier. When using a tripod to stabilize the camera, set Vibration reduction (E73) to Off in the setup menu. Display the shooting screen M A (shooting mode) button M b (the second icon from the top*) M K M p (panorama) * The icon for the last scene mode selected is displayed. The default setting is b (portrait). 1 Choose Panorama assist and press the k button. • The I icons are displayed to show the direction in which pictures are joined.
Using Panorama Assist 4 Shoot the next picture. • Match the outline of the next picture so that 1/3 of the frame overlaps the previous picture, and press the shutter-release button. • Repeat until you have taken the necessary number of pictures to complete the image. 5 29m 0s End 1341 Press the k button when shooting is completed. • The camera returns to step 2.
Playing and Deleting Images Captured Using Continuous Shooting Mode (Sequence) The images shot in the following continuous shooting mode are saved as a group (called a “sequence”) each time you shoot. • Continuous H, Continuous L in Continuous (E36) in the shooting menu • Sports (A40) or Continuous in the Pet portrait (A46) scene mode Playing Images in a Sequence In full-frame playback mode or thumbnail playback mode (A33), the first image of a sequence is used as the “key picture”, i.e.
Playing and Deleting Images Captured Using Continuous Shooting Mode (Sequence) C Playback Menu Options Available When Using Sequence When the d button is pressed during an image sequence playback, the following menu operations are available.
Favorite Pictures Mode You can add favorite pictures to one of nine albums after shooting in accordance with the category (excluding movies). After images are added, they can be easily played back using “h favorite pictures mode.” • It is easier to find the images when they are added to separate albums in accordance with events or type of subjects. • The same image can be added to multiple albums. • The maximum number of images that can be added to an album is 200.
Favorite Pictures Mode Playing Back Images in Albums Select playback mode M c button (A70) M h Favorite pictures Use the multi selector to select an album and press the Favorite pictures k button to play back only images added to the same album. • The following operations can be performed on the album list screen. Choose icon - l (delete) button: Delete all images in the currently selected album. - d button: Change album icon (color and design) (E11).
Favorite Pictures Mode Changing the Favorites Album Icon Select favorite pictures mode M Select an album to change its icon (E10) M d button 1 Press the multi selector J or K to choose an icon color and press the k button. Choose icon Back 2 Press H, I, J or K to choose an icon and press the k button. Choose icon • The icon changes and the monitor display returns to the list of albums screen.
Auto Sort Mode Captured images are automatically sorted into categories, such as portraits, landscape, and movie. If you select F Auto sort using the procedure described in “Switching Between Playback Modes” (A70), the category selection screen is displayed. Use the multi selector to select a category and then press the k button to play back images in the selected category.
Auto Sort Mode B Notes on Auto Sort Mode • Up to 999 images and movie files can be sorted to each category in auto sort mode. If 999 images or movies have already been sorted to a specific category, new images and movies cannot be sorted to that category nor can they be displayed in auto sort mode. You can play back images and movies that could not be sorted to a category by using normal playback mode (A32) or list by date mode (E14).
List by Date Mode If you select C List by date using the procedure List by date described in “Switching Between Playback Modes” 4 26/11/2011 (A70), the shooting date selection screen is displayed. 11 20/11/2011 Use the multi selector to select a date and then press 8 18/11/2011 the k button to play back images captured on the 4 15/11/2011 selected date. • The first picture taken on the selected date is displayed. • The following operations can be performed while the shooting date list screen is displayed.
Editing Images (Still Pictures) Editing Features Images can be easily edited with this camera using the functions below. Edited images are stored as separate files (E85). Editing function Application Quick retouch (E17) Easily create a copy with enhanced contrast and richer colors. D-Lighting (E17) Create a copy of the current picture with enhanced brightness and contrast, brightening dark portions of the picture.
Editing Images (Still Pictures) C Restrictions on Image Editing The following restrictions apply when editing pictures that were created by editing. Editing functions used Editing functions to add Quick retouch D-Lighting Filter effects Glamour retouch, Small picture or Crop can be used. Quick retouch, D-Lighting or Filter effects cannot be used in combination with each other. Glamour retouch Quick retouch, D-Lighting, Filter effects, Small picture or Crop can be used.
Editing Images (Still Pictures) k Quick Retouch: Enhancing Contrast and Saturation Select a picture (A32) M d button M Playback menu (A11) M k Quick retouch Press the multi selector H or I to choose the setting level, and press the k button. Quick retouch • The original version is displayed on the left and the edited version is displayed on the right. • To cancel, press J. • Quick retouched copies can be recognized by the s icon displayed in playback mode. Normal Amount 15/11/2011 15:30 0004.
Editing Images (Still Pictures) s Glamour Retouch: Making Facial Skin Tones Softer, Face Smaller, or Eyes Larger Select a picture (A32) M d button M Playback menu (A11) M s Glamour retouch 1 Press the multi selector H or I to select the effect type, and press the k button. Glamour retouch • All: Soften facial skin tones, make faces look smaller, and make eyes look larger. • Skin softening: Make facial skin tones softer.
Editing Images (Still Pictures) p Filter Effects: Applying Digital Filter Effects Select a picture (A32) M d button M Playback menu (A11) M p Filter effects Option Description Color options Modify color tones. • Select the option from Vivid color, Black-and-white, Sepia, or Cyanotype. Soft Gently soften the focus of the image from the center to the edge. In pictures taken with face detection (A65) or pet detection (A46) selected, areas around faces will be blurred.
Editing Images (Still Pictures) 3 Check the effect and press the k button. Preview • A new, edited copy is created. • To cancel, press J. Back • Copies created by editing with filter effect can be recognized by the c icon displayed in playback mode. Save 15/11/2011 15:30 0004.JPG 4 132 g Small Picture: Reducing the Size of an Image Select a picture (A32) M d button M Playback menu (A11) M g Small picture 1 Press the multi selector H or I to choose the desired copy size and press the k button.
Editing Images (Still Pictures) a Crop: Creating a Cropped Copy Create a copy containing only the portion visible on the monitor when u is displayed with playback zoom (A33) enabled. Cropped copies are stored as separate files. 1 2 Enlarge the picture for cropping (A33). Refine copy composition. • Press the zoom button g (i) or f (h) to adjust the zoom ratio. • Press the multi selector H, I, J or K to scroll the picture until only the portion you want to copy is visible on the monitor.
Connecting the Camera to a TV (Playback on a TV) Connect the camera to a television to play back pictures on the television. If your television is equipped with an HDMI connector, you can connect it to the camera with a commercially available HDMI cable to play back movies. 1 Turn off the camera. 2 Connect the camera to the TV. When connecting using the included audio/video cable • Connect the yellow plug to the video-in jack on the TV, and the red and white plugs to the audio-in jacks.
Connecting the Camera to a TV (Playback on a TV) 3 Tune the television to the video channel. • See the instruction manual provided with your television for details. 4 Hold down the c button to turn on the camera. • The camera enters playback mode, and the recorded pictures are displayed on the television. • While the camera is connected to the TV, the monitor remains off. B Notes on Connecting an HDMI Cable • An HDMI cable is not included.
Connecting the Camera to a Printer (Direct Print) Users of PictBridge-compatible (F23) printers can connect the camera directly to the printer and print pictures without using a computer. The steps for printing are as follows.
Connecting the Camera to a Printer (Direct Print) Connecting the Camera to a Printer 1 Turn off the camera. 2 Turn on the printer. • Check the printer settings. 3 Connect the camera to the printer using the included USB cable. • Be sure that the plug is oriented correctly. When disconnecting the cable, do not pull the plug at an angle. Reference Section 4 Turn on the camera. • When connected correctly, the PictBridge startup screen (1) is displayed on the camera monitor.
Connecting the Camera to a Printer (Direct Print) Printing Individual Images After connecting the camera to the printer correctly (E25), print pictures by following the procedure below. 1 Use the multi selector to choose the picture to be printed and press the k button. Print selection 15/11 2011 • Press the zoom button f (h) to display 12 thumbnails, or g (i) to switch back to full-frame playback mode. 2 Choose Copies and press the k button. NO.
Connecting the Camera to a Printer (Direct Print) 5 Choose the desired paper size and press the k button. • To specify the paper size using the printer settings, choose Default in the paper size menu. 6 Choose Start print and press the k button. Paper size Default 3.5×5 in. 5×7 in. 100×150 mm 4×6 in. 8×10 in. Letter PictBridge 004 prints Start print Copies Paper size 7 Printing starts. • The monitor display returns to that shown in step 1 when printing is complete.
Connecting the Camera to a Printer (Direct Print) 3 Choose the desired paper size and press the k button. • To specify the paper size using the printer settings, choose Default in the paper size menu. 4 Choose Print selection, Print all images or DPOF printing and press the k button. Paper size Default 3.5×5 in. 5×7 in. 100×150 mm 4×6 in. 8×10 in.
Connecting the Camera to a Printer (Direct Print) Print all images All pictures stored in the internal memory or on the memory card are printed one per each. • When the menu shown on the right is displayed, choose Start print and press the k button to start printing. • Choose Cancel and press the k button to return to the print menu. Print all images 018 prints Start print Cancel DPOF printing Pictures for which a print order was created in Print order option (E42) can be printed.
Editing Movies Extracting Only the Desired Portions of the Movie The desired portions of a recorded movie can be saved as a separate file (except for movies recorded with p iFrame 540 (960×540)). 1 Play back the movie to be edited and pause at the start point of the portion that is to be extracted (A84). 2 Use the multi selector J or K to choose I on the playback control and press the k button. • The movie editing screen is displayed.
Editing Movies B Notes on Editing Movies • Once a movie is created through editing, it cannot be used again for extracting a movie. To extract another range, select and edit the original movie. • Because the edited movies are extracted in 1-second units, they may vary slightly from the set start point and end point. Sections shorter than two seconds cannot be extracted. • Editing functions are not available when there is not enough free space in the internal memory or on the memory card.
The Smart Portrait Menu Image Mode (Image Size and Quality) See “Changing the Image Size (Image Mode)” (A61) for more information on Image mode. Skin Softening Display the shooting screen in smart portrait mode (A49) M d button M F tab (A11) M Skin softening Enable skin softening. When the shutter is released, the camera detects one or more human faces (up to three), and processes the image to make facial skin tones softer before saving the image.
The Smart Portrait Menu Blink Proof Display the shooting screen in smart portrait mode (A49) M d button M F tab (A11) M Blink proof When On is selected, the camera automatically releases the shutter twice each time a picture is taken. Of the two shots, one in which the subject’s eyes are open is saved. • If the camera saved an image in which the subject’s eyes may have been closed, the dialog shown on the right is displayed for a few seconds. • Flash cannot be used when On is selected.
The Shooting Menu (A (Auto) Mode) Image Mode (Image Size and Quality) See “Changing the Image Size (Image Mode)” (A61) for more information on Image mode. White Balance (Adjusting Hue) Display the shooting screen in A (Auto) mode (A51) M d button M A tab (A11) M White balance The color of light reflected from an object varies with the color of the light source.
The Shooting Menu (A (Auto) Mode) Using Preset Manual Use when white balance setting (Auto, Incandescent, etc.) may not produce the desired results, such as when shooting under unusual lighting conditions (e.g., when you want to make pictures taken under lamps with reddish-light look as though they were shot in normal light). Use the procedure below to measure the white balance value under the lighting used during shooting.
The Shooting Menu (A (Auto) Mode) Continuous Shooting Display the shooting screen in A (Auto) mode (A51) M d button M A tab (A11) M Continuous Change the settings for continuous shooting and BSS (Best Shot Selector). U Option Single (default setting) k Continuous H m Continuous L D BSS (Best Shot Selector) W Multi-shot 16 Description One picture is shot each time the shutter-release button is pressed.
The Shooting Menu (A (Auto) Mode) ISO Sensitivity Display the shooting screen in A (Auto) mode (A51) M d button M A tab (A11) M ISO sensitivity The higher the ISO sensitivity, the less light needed for taking pictures. The higher the ISO sensitivity, the darker the subject that can be shot. Additionally, even with subjects of similar brightness, pictures can be taken at faster shutter speeds, and blurring caused by camera shake and subject movement can be reduced.
The Shooting Menu (A (Auto) Mode) AF Area Mode Display the shooting screen in A (Auto) mode (A51) M d button M A tab (A11) M AF area mode You can set how the camera selects the focus area for autofocus. Option a w Reference Section E38 Description Face priority (default setting) The camera detects and focuses on a face (see “Using Face Detection” (A65) for more information). If more than one face is detected, the camera focuses on the face 9s 29m 0s closest to the camera.
The Shooting Menu (A (Auto) Mode) Option x Manual Description Choose manually the focus position from 99 areas in the screen. This option is suited to situations in which the intended subject is relatively still and not positioned at the center of the frame. Press the multi selector H, I, J or K to select one of 99 focus areas Focus area displayed on the monitor’s focusSelectable areas area selection screen, and shoot.
The Shooting Menu (A (Auto) Mode) Subject Tracking Mode (Focusing on a Moving Subject) Display the shooting screen in A (Auto) mode (A51) M d button M A tab (A11) M AF area mode Choose this mode to shoot moving subjects. Subject tracking begins once you select a subject to be focused on, and the focus area will move and follow the subject. 1 Use the multi selector to select s Subject tracking and press the k button.
The Shooting Menu (A (Auto) Mode) B Notes on Subject Tracking • The digital zoom is not available. • Set the zoom position, flash mode, or menu settings before registering a subject. If any of these are changed after a subject is registered, the subject will be canceled.
The Playback Menu See “Editing Images (Still Pictures)” (E15) for the function of editing features (Quick retouch, D-Lighting, Glamour retouch, Filter effects, Small picture). a Print Order (Creating a DPOF Print Order) Press the c button (Playback mode) M d button (A11) M a Print order If you choose to use one of the following methods to print pictures that are stored on a memory card, the pictures to print and the number of copies can be set in advance on the memory card.
The Playback Menu 3 Choose whether or not to also print shooting date and shooting information. • Choose Date and press the k button to print the shooting date on all pictures in the print order. • Choose Info and press the k button to print shooting information (shutter speed and aperture value) on all pictures in the print order. • Choose Done and press the k button to complete the print order. Pictures selected for printing are recognized by the w icon displayed in playback mode.
The Playback Menu B Notes on Print order When a print order is created in favorite pictures mode, auto sort mode, or list by date mode, the screen shown below is displayed if pictures other than those in the selected album, category, or shooting date have been marked for printing. • Select Yes to add the print order setting to the existing print order. • Select No to remove the existing print order and restrict the print order setting.
The Playback Menu b Slide Show Press the c button (Playback mode) M d button (A11) M b Slide show View pictures stored in the internal memory or on a memory card in an automatic slide show. 1 Use the multi selector to choose Start and press the k button. Slide show Pause • Before selecting Start, select the following options and Start Effects 1 press the k button to change the setting.
The Playback Menu d Protect Press the c button (Playback mode) M d button (A11) M d Protect Protect selected pictures from accidental deletion. In the picture selection screen, choose a picture and set or cancel protection. See “The Image Selection Screen” (E47) for more information. Note, however, that formatting the camera’s internal memory or the memory card permanently erases the protected files (E78). Protected pictures are recognized by the s icon in playback mode (A8).
The Playback Menu The Image Selection Screen The image selection screen is displayed in the following menus. Only one image can be selected for some menu items, while for other menu items, multiple images can be selected.
The Playback Menu f Rotate Image Press the c button (Playback mode) M d button (A11) M f Rotate image Change the orientation of pictures played back in the camera’s monitor after shooting. Still pictures can be rotated 90° clockwise or counterclockwise. Pictures that were recorded in the “tall” orientation can be rotated up to 180° in either direction. Select a picture in the picture selection screen (E47) to display the rotate image screen. Press the multi selector J or K to rotate the picture 90°.
The Playback Menu E Voice Memo Press the c button (Playback mode) M d button (A11) M E Voice memo Use the camera’s microphone to record voice memos for pictures. • The recording screen is displayed for a picture without voice memo, while the voice memo playback screen is displayed for a picture with voice memo (a picture marked with p in full-frame playback mode). Recording Voice Memos • Recording ends after about 20 seconds or when the k button is released.
The Playback Menu h Copy (Copy Between Internal Memory and Memory Card) Press the c button (Playback mode) M d button (A11) M h Copy Copy pictures between the internal memory and a memory card. 1 Use the multi selector to select an option from the copy screen and press the k button. Copy • q: Copy pictures from the internal memory to the memory card. • r: Copy pictures from the memory card to the internal memory. 2 Select a copy option and press the k button.
The Playback Menu C Message: “Memory contains no images.” If there are no pictures stored on the memory card when playback mode is selected, the message, Memory contains no images., is displayed. Press the d button to display the copy option screen, and copy the pictures stored in the camera’s internal memory to the memory card. C More Information See “File and Folder Names” (E85) for more information.
The Movie Menu Movie Options Display the shooting screen M d button M e (Movie) tab (A11) M Movie options You can choose the type of movie to shoot. The camera can record normal speed movies and HS (high speed) movies (E54), which can be played back in slow motion or fast motion. The larger the image size and bit rate, the higher the image quality; however, the file size also becomes larger.
The Movie Menu HS Movies See “Recording Movies in Slow Motion and Fast Motion (HS Movie)” (E54) for more information. Option Description k HS 240 fps (320×240) 1/8-speed slow motion movies with an aspect ratio of 4:3 are recorded. • Max. movie length*: 10 s (playback time: 1 min 20 s) • Movie bitrate: 640 kbps • Frame rate: 240 frames per second h HS 120 fps (640×480) 1/4-speed slow motion movies with an aspect ratio of 4:3 are recorded. • Max.
The Movie Menu Recording Movies in Slow Motion and Fast Motion (HS Movie) Display the shooting screen M d button M e (Movie) tab (A11) M Movie options HS (high speed) movies can be recorded. Movies recorded using HS movie can be played back in slow motion at 1/8, 1/4 or 1/2 of normal playback speed, or played back in fast motion at a speed two times faster than normal speed. While recording movies, the camera can be switched from normal speed movie recording to slow motion or fast motion movie recording.
The Movie Menu B Notes on HS Movie • Portions recorded for slow motion or fast motion playback is not recorded with sound. • Zoom position, focus, exposure and white balance are locked when the b (e movie-record) button is pressed to start recording. D HS Movie Recorded movies can be played back at about 30 frames per second, including portions recorded using HS movie.
The Movie Menu Autofocus Mode Display the shooting screen M d button M e (Movie) tab (A11) M Autofocus mode Choose how the camera focuses when recording normal speed movies (E52). Option Description A Single AF (default setting) Lock on the focus when the b (e movie-record) button is pressed to start recording. Select this option when the distance between the camera and the subject remains fairly consistent. B Full-time AF The camera focuses continuously during movie recording.
Map Menu GPS Settings Display a map (A88) M d button M U tab (A11) M GPS options Option Description Record GPS data When set to On, signals are being received from the GPS satellite, and positioning starts (A86). • The default setting is Off. Synchronize Signals from the GPS satellite are used to set the date and time of the camera’s internal clock (only when Record GPS data in GPS options of the map menu is set to On). Check the positioning status before starting Synchronize.
Map Menu B Notes on Synchronize • Date/time adjustment by Synchronize is set according to the time zone set in Time zone and date (A24, E67) of the setup menu. Check the time zone before setting Synchronize. • The date/time set using Synchronize is not as accurate as radio clocks. Use Time zone and date in the setup menu to set the time if it is not accurate in Synchronize. B Notes on Updating A-GPS File • The validity period of the A-GPS file is seven days.
Map Menu Calculate Distance Press the c button (Playback mode) M Display a map (A88) M d button M U tab (A11) M Calculate distance This calculates the linear distance from the current location to the shooting location on the image or between the shooting locations of two images. 1 Use the multi selector to select the target for calculating the distance, and press the k button.
Map Menu Points of interest (POI) (Recording and Displaying Location Name Information) Display a map (A88) M d button M U tab (A11) M Points of interest (POI) This shows how to set the POI (point of interest, location name information). Option Description Embed POI When set to On, the location name information is recorded on the pictures to be shot. • The default setting is Off. • The location name information can be recorded on a still image or video.
Map Menu Create Log (Record the log of moving information) Display a map (A88) M d button M U tab (A11) M Create log When log recording starts, the measured tracking information for a certain duration is recorded until a preset time has elapsed. To display the log data (E63), save it to a memory card. 1 2 Use the multi selector to select Start log, and press the k button. Create log Select the duration that the log will be recorded, and press the k button.
Map Menu 4 Select Save log, and press the k button. • The log data is saved to a memory card. B End log Save log Erase log Notes on Log Recording Reference Section • If the date and time are not set, the log cannot be recorded. • If the date and time is changed in Time zone and date (A24, E67) in the setup menu or Synchronize in GPS options (E57) of the map menu during log recording, log recording is canceled. • Log recording is paused during the operations below.
Map Menu View Log (View the log on a map) Display a map (A88) M d button M U tab (A11) M View log Display on the map the log data saved in the memory card using Create log (E61) to check your movement route. 1 Use the multi selector to select the log data to be displayed, and press the k button. • The movement route is indicated by a blue line. 2 Check the movement route.
Map Menu Electronic Compass Display a map (A88) M d button M U tab (A11) M Electronic compass Option Description Compass display When set to On, a compass is displayed on the shooting screen. • The default setting is Off. • The compass indicator changes based on the direction that the camera is held (A6). • Compass display gives indication of direction for the destination from the actual location on the basis of measured direction information.
Map Menu B Notes on Using the Digital Compass • The digital compass is not displayed when the camera lens is facing upwards. • Do not use the digital compass in this camera for mountain climbing and other specialized applications. The displayed information is intended as a general guide only.
The Setup Menu Welcome Screen Press the d button M z tab (A11) M Welcome screen Choose whether or not to display the welcome screen on the monitor when the camera is turned on. Option None (default setting) COOLPIX Select an image Reference Section E66 Description Display the shooting or playback screen without displaying the welcome screen. Display the welcome screen before displaying the shooting or playback screen. Select an image taken to display as the welcome screen.
The Setup Menu Time Zone and Date Press the d button M z tab (A11) M Time zone and date Option Date and time Date format Time zone Description Set the camera clock to the current date and time. Use the multi selector to set the date Date and time and time. • Choose an item: Press K or J D M Y 15 11 2011 (selected in the following order: D (day) ➝ M (month) ➝ Y (year) ➝ 15 10 hour ➝ minute). • Set the contents: Press H or I. Edit • Finish setting: Choose minute and press the k button or K.
The Setup Menu Setting the Travel Destination Time Zone 1 Use the multi selector to choose Time zone and press the k button. • The Time zone screen is displayed. Time zone and date 15/11/2011 15:30 London, Casablanca Date and time Date format Time zone 2 Choose x Travel destination and press the k button. • The date and time displayed on the monitor change according to the region currently selected. 3 Press K.
The Setup Menu C Time Zones The camera supports the time zones listed below. For time differences not listed below, set the camera clock using Time zone and date.
The Setup Menu Monitor Settings Press the d button M z tab (A11) M Monitor settings Option Description Photo info Select information displayed on the monitor during shooting and playback mode. Image review On (default setting): Picture is displayed on the monitor immediately after shooting and the monitor display returns to shooting screen. Off: Picture is not displayed immediately after shooting. Brightness Choose from five settings to select the monitor brightness. The default setting is 3.
The Setup Menu Shooting mode Playback mode 15/11/2011 15:30 0004.JPG Framing grid+auto info 29m 0s 4ޓ132 132 1342 In addition to information shown with The same information as in Auto info Auto info above, a framing grid is is displayed. displayed to help frame pictures. It is not displayed while recording movies. 15/11/2011 15:30 0004.
The Setup Menu Print Date (Imprinting Date and Time on Pictures) Press the d button M z tab (A11) M Print date The shooting date and time can be imprinted on pictures at the time of shooting. This information can be printed even from printers that do not support printing of the date and time (E43). 15/11/2011 Option Description f Date The date is imprinted on pictures. S Date and time The date and time are imprinted on pictures.
The Setup Menu Vibration Reduction Press the d button M z tab (A11) M Vibration reduction Specify the vibration reduction setting for shooting still pictures or movies. Correct blur, caused by slight hand movement known as camera shake, that commonly occurs when shooting with zoom applied or at slow shutter speeds. When using a tripod to stabilize the camera, set vibration reduction to Off.
The Setup Menu Motion Detection Press the d button M z tab (A11) M Motion detection Enable motion detection to reduce the effects of camera shake and subject movement when shooting still pictures. Option U Auto (default setting) k Off Description If the camera detects the movement of the subject or camera shake, the ISO sensitivity is raised and the shutter speed is increased to reduce their effects. However, motion detection does not function in the following situations.
The Setup Menu AF Assist Press the d button M z tab (A11) M AF assist Enable or disable the AF-assist illuminator that assists the autofocus when the lighting is dim. Option Description Auto (default setting) AF-assist illuminator lights automatically if the lighting is dim. The illuminator has a range of about 3.5 m (11 ft) at the maximum wideangle position and about 2.0 m (6 ft 6 in.) at the maximum telephoto position.
The Setup Menu Sound Settings Press the d button M z tab (A11) M Sound settings Adjust the following sound settings. Option Description Button sound Set the following all sound settings to On (default setting) or Off.
The Setup Menu Action Control Response Press the d button M z tab (A11) M Action control response Set the sensitivity of the operation performed when shaking the camera (action control) (A13). When this option is set to High (default setting), the operation is performed even if the camera shake movement is small. When this option is set to Low, the operation is performed if the camera shake movement is large.
The Setup Menu Format Memory/Format Card Press the d button M z tab (A11) M Format memory/Format card Format the internal memory or a memory card. Formatting permanently deletes all data in the internal memory or memory card. The deleted data cannot be recovered. Be sure to transfer important pictures to a computer before formatting. Formatting the Internal Memory To format the internal memory, remove the memory card from the camera. The Format memory option is displayed in the setup menu.
The Setup Menu TV Settings Press the d button M z tab (A11) M TV settings Adjust the settings for connecting to a TV. Option Description Video mode Select the analog video output system from NTSC and PAL in accordance with your TV. HDMI Choose a picture resolution for HDMI output from Auto (default setting), 480p, 720p, or 1080i. When Auto is set, the output resolution that is best suited to the connected TV is selected automatically from 480p, 720p or 1080i.
The Setup Menu Blink Warning Press the d button M z tab (A11) M Blink warning Choose whether or not blinking eyes are detected when using face detection (A65) in the following shooting modes.
The Setup Menu Assign Action Button Press the d button M z tab (A11) M Assign action button Set the function to be performed when the action button (A13) is pressed. Option Description Display map (default setting) Display a map (A13). Action control Operate the function by shaking the camera (action control). Reset All Press the d button M z tab (A11) M Reset all When Reset is selected, the camera settings are restored to the default values.
The Setup Menu Smart Portrait Menu Option Default value Skin softening (E32) Normal Smile timer (E32) On Blink proof (E33) Off Shooting Menu Option Default value Image mode (A61) P 4608×3456 White balance (E34) Auto Continuous (E36) Single ISO sensitivity (E37) Auto AF area mode (E38) Face priority Autofocus mode (E41) Single AF Movie Menu Option Default value Movie options (E52) d HD 1080pP (1920×1080) Open with HS footage (E53) On Reference Section Autofocus mode (E56) Singl
The Setup Menu Option Default value Brightness (E70) 3 Print date (E72) Off Vibration reduction (E73) On Motion detection (E74) Auto AF assist (E75) Auto Digital zoom (E75) On Button sound (E76) On Shutter sound (E76) On Action control response (E77) High Auto off (E77) 5 min HDMI (E79) Auto HDMI device control (E79) On Blink warning (E80) Off Assign action button (E81) Display map Others Option Default value Default Slide show (E45) Effects: Classic Background music: Off Fr
The Setup Menu Firmware Version Press the d button M z tab (A11) M Firmware version Displays the current camera firmware version. COOLPIX AW100 Ver.X.
File and Folder Names Pictures, movies and voice memos are assigned file names as follows. DSCN0001.
File and Folder Names • When image files or voice files are copied to or from the internal memory or memory card (E50), the file naming conventions are as follows: - Files copied using Selected images are copied to the current folder (or to the folder used for subsequent pictures), where they are assigned file numbers in ascending order following the largest file number in memory. - Files copied using All images, along with their folder, are copied together.
Optional Accessories Rechargeable battery Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL12* Battery charger Battery Charger MH-65* AC Adapter EH-62F (connect as shown) AC adapter Fully insert the cord of the AC Adapter into the slot in the AC Adapter, then insert the AC Adapter in the battery chamber. • While using the AC adapter, the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover cannot be closed. Do not pull the cord of the AC adapter.
Error Messages The following table lists the error messages and other warnings displayed on the monitor, as well as the solutions for dealing with them. Display Description A Solution Reference Section O (blinks) Clock not set. Set date and time. E67 N Battery exhausted. Battery exhausted. Charge or replace the battery. 16, 18 P Battery temperature high Turn off camera, and allow battery to cool down before resuming use.
Error Messages Display P Card is not formatted. Format card? Yes No N Out of memory. Description Memory card has not been formatted for use in this camera. Memory card is full. Error occurred while recording picture. • • • • Choose smaller image mode. Delete pictures and movies. Replace memory card. Remove memory card and use internal memory. Format the internal memory or memory card. Camera has run out of Replace the memory card, or format file numbers. the internal memory/memory card.
Error Messages Display Description N Unable to create panorama. N Unable to create panorama. Pan the camera in one direction only. Cannot perform easy panorama shooting. N Unable to create panorama. Pan the camera more slowly. A Solution Easy panorama shooting may not be available in the following situations.
Error Messages Display N File contains no image data. P This file cannot be played back. Description File not created with COOLPIX AW100. N All images are hidden. The picture cannot be played back in a slide show. N This image cannot be deleted. A Solution File cannot be viewed on this camera. View file using the computer or any other devices which was used to create or edit this file. – E45 Picture is protected. Disable protection. E46 N Travel destination is in the current time zone.
Error Messages Display Description A Solution N No A-GPS file found on card Check the following items. • Whether the memory card is inserted An A-GPS file that can • Whether the A-GPS file is stored in be updated is not the memory card – found in the memory • Whether the A-GPS file saved in a card. memory card is more recent than the A-GPS file saved in the camera • Whether the A-GPS file is still valid N Update failed Unable to update AGPS file. The A-GPS file may be corrupted.
Error Messages Display PR Printer error: check printer status. Description Printer error A Solution Check printer. After solving the problem, select Resume and press the k button to resume printing.* Load the specified size of paper, Specified size of paper PR select Resume and press the k Printer error: check paper is not loaded. button to resume printing.* – – PR Printer error: paper jam Paper has jammed in the printer.
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Technical Notes and Index Caring for the Products .............................................F2 The Camera.............................................................................................................F2 The Battery..............................................................................................................F4 The Battery Charger.............................................................................................F5 The Memory Cards.....................................
Technical Notes and Index Caring for the Products The Camera To ensure continued enjoyment of this Nikon product, observe the following precautions when using or storing the device. Be sure to read and follow the warnings of “For Your Safety” (Avi to viii) and “ Shockproof, waterproof, dustproof, condensation, GPS/digital compass“ (Axi to xvi) thoroughly before using the products.
Caring for the Products • At temperatures from –10°C to 0°C (14°F to 32°F), the performance of the batteries (number of pictures shot and shooting time) will drop temporarily. • If the camera becomes extremely cold in cold locations, the monitor performance may drop temporarily immediately after the power is turned on (i.e., the monitor appears darker than usual or a residual image occurs).
Caring for the Products The Battery Technical Notes and Index • Be sure to read and follow the warnings of “For Your Safety” (Avi to viii) thoroughly before using the battery. • Check the battery level before using the camera and replace or charge the battery if necessary. Do not continue charging once the battery is fully charged as this will result in reduced battery performance. Whenever possible, carry a fully charged spare battery when taking pictures on important occasions.
Caring for the Products • A marked drop in the time a fully-charged battery retains its charge, when used at room temperature, indicates that the battery needs to be replaced. Purchase a new EN-EL12 battery. • Replace the battery when it no longer holds a charge. Used batteries are a valuable resource. Please recycle used batteries in accordance with local regulations.
Caring for the Products The Memory Cards Technical Notes and Index • Use only Secure Digital memory cards. See “Approved Memory Cards” (A 21). • Be sure to observe the precautions in the memory card documentation when you use the memory card. • Do not affix labels or stickers to the memory card. • Do not format the memory card using a computer. • When a memory card is used for the first time, it is recommended to format it with this camera.
Caring for the Camera Cleaning Lens Avoid touching glass parts with your fingers. Remove dust or lint with a blower (typically a small device with a rubber bulb attached to one end that is pumped to produce a stream of air out the other end). To remove fingerprints, oily substances, or other stains that cannot be removed with a blower, carefully wipe the lens with a dry soft cloth or eyewear cleaning cloth, using a spiral motion that starts at the center of the lens and working toward the edges.
Caring for the Camera Storage Remove the battery if the camera will not be used for an extended period.
USER LICENSE AGREEMENT FOR MAP DATA AND LOCATION NAME DATA The map data and location name data that are stored in this digital camera (“Data”) is provided for your personal, internal use only and not for resale. It is protected by copyright, and is subject to the following terms and conditions which are agreed to by you, on the one hand, and Nikon Corporation (“Nikon”) and its licensors (including their licensors and suppliers) on the other hand.
USER LICENSE AGREEMENT FOR MAP DATA AND LOCATION NAME DATA Technical Notes and Index Export Control. You agree not to export from anywhere any part of the Data or any direct product thereof except in compliance with, and with all licenses and approvals required under, applicable export laws, rules and regulations, including but not limited to the laws, rules and regulations administered by the Office of Foreign Assets Control of the U.S.
USER LICENSE AGREEMENT FOR MAP DATA AND LOCATION NAME DATA Notices related to licensed software copyright holders. • Map data and location name data for Japan © 2011 ZENRIN CO., LTD.. All rights reserved. This service uses map and POI data of ZENRIN CO., LTD.. “ZENRIN” is a registered trademark of ZENRIN CO., LTD.. • Map data and location name data except for Japan © 1993-2010 NAVTEQ. All rights reserved.
USER LICENSE AGREEMENT FOR MAP DATA AND LOCATION NAME DATA Canada Mexico United States Australia Israel Jordan Mozambique Réunion Ecuador Guadeloupe Guatemala French Guiana Martinique Mexico Technical Notes and Index F12 This data includes information taken with permission from Canadian authorities, including © Her Majesty the Queen in Right of Canada, © Queen’s Printer for Ontario, © Canada Post Corporation, GeoBase , © The Department of Natural Resources Canada. All rights reserved.
Troubleshooting If the camera fails to function as expected, check the list of common problems below before consulting your retailer or Nikon-authorized service representative. Refer to the page numbers in the right-most column for more information. • See “Error Messages” (E88) for more information. Power, Display and Settings Issues Problem A Cause/Solution • Battery is exhausted. • Camera has turned off automatically by auto off to save power. • Inside of the camera has become hot.
Troubleshooting Problem A Cause/Solution Battery temperature is high. Turn off camera, and allow Monitor is turned battery to cool down before resuming use. After the lamp off, and the power- blinks for three minutes, the camera turns off automatically, 23 on lamp blinks. but you can also press the power switch to turn it off manually. Camera temperature rises.
Troubleshooting Problem Cause/Solution A Bright specks appear in pictures shot using flash. Flash is reflecting off particles in air. Set the flash to W (off ). 55 Flash does not fire. • • • • Flash is set to W (off ). A scene mode that cannot turn on flash is selected. When the camera is recording a movie. Another function that is set now is restricting the flash. • Off is selected for Digital zoom in the setup menu.
Troubleshooting Problem Pictures are too dark (underexposed). Pictures are too bright (overexposed). Cause/Solution • • • • • • Flash is set to W (off ). Flash window is blocked. Subject is beyond flash range. Adjust exposure compensation. Raise the ISO sensitivity. Subject is backlit. Set the scene mode to Backlighting with HDR set to Off, or set the flash mode to X (fill flash). Adjust exposure compensation.
Troubleshooting Playback Issues Problem A Cause/Solution File cannot be played back. • File was overwritten or renamed by computer or another – make or model of camera. • Movies recorded with cameras other than COOLPIX 84 AW100 cannot be played back. Cannot play a sequence. • Pictures shot continuously with cameras other than COOLPIX AW100 cannot be played as a sequence. • Check the Sequence display options setting.
Troubleshooting Problem Nikon Transfer 2 does not start when camera is connected to a computer. A Cause/Solution • The desired image was sorted to a category other than the category currently displayed. • Images saved by cameras other than COOLPIX AW100 and images copied using the Copy option cannot be displayed in auto sort mode. The saved images • Images saved in the internal memory or on the memory are not displayed card may not be played back correctly if overwritten by a in auto sort mode.
Troubleshooting GPS Problem A Cause/Solution Unable to identify the location or it takes time to identify the location. • The camera may not be able to identify the location in 87 some shooting environments. To use the GPS feature, use the camera as much as possible in an open-air area. • When positioning for the first time, when positioning was 87 unable to be performed for about two hours, or after the battery was changed, it takes a few minutes to obtain the positioning information.
Specifications Nikon COOLPIX AW100 Digital Camera Type Effective pixels Image sensor Lens Focal length f/-number Construction Digital zoom Vibration reduction Autofocus (AF) Focus range (from lens) Focus-area selection Monitor Technical Notes and Index Frame coverage (shooting mode) Frame coverage (playback mode) Storage Media File system File formats Image size (pixels) F20 Compact digital camera 16.0 million 1/2.3-in. type CMOS; approx. 16.79 million total pixels 5× optical zoom, NIKKOR lens 5.0-25.
Specifications ISO sensitivity (Standard output sensitivity) Exposure Metering Exposure control Shutter Speed Aperture Range Self-timer Built-in flash Range (approx.
Specifications Operating environment Temperature Humidity Waterproof Dustproof Shockproof –10°C to +40°C (14°F to 104°F) (for land use) 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) (for underwater use) 85% and below (no condensation) JIS/IEC protection class 8 (IPX8) equivalent (under our testing conditions) Capacity to shoot pictures underwater up to a depth of 10 m (33 ft) and for 60 minutes JIS/IEC protection class 6 (IP6X) equivalent (under our testing conditions) Cleared our testing conditions3 compliant with MIL-STD
Specifications Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL12 Type Rechargeable lithium-ion battery Rated capacity DC 3.7 V, 1050 mAh Operating temperature –10°C to +40°C (14°F to 104°F) Dimensions (W × H × D) Approx. 32 × 43.8 × 7.9 mm (1.3 × 1.7 × 0.3 in.) (excluding projections) Weight Approx. 22.5 g (0.8 oz) (excluding terminal cover) Battery Charger MH-65 Rated input AC 100 to 240 V, 50/60 Hz, 0.08 to 0.05 A Rated output DC 4.2 V, 0.
Index Symbols R E6 k Apply selection button 5, 10 A Auto mode 51 F Auto sort mode 70, E12 l Delete button 4, 5, 34, E49 G Easy auto mode 38 o Exposure compensation 58 h Favorite pictures mode 70, E9 m Flash mode 54 h Image thumbnail display 33 C List by Date Mode 70, E14 p Macro mode 57 d Menu button 4, 5, 11 b (e movie-record) button 80 c Playback button 4, 5, 32 i Playback zoom 33 C Scene mode 39 n Self-timer 56 A Shooting mode button 9, 26 F Smart portrait mode 49 g Tele 29 f Wide 29 .JPG E85 .MOV E85 .
Index Dusk/dawn i 42 HS movie 83, E53, E54 E I Easy auto shooting menu 38 Easy panorama 45, E2 Editing Images E15 Editing movies E30 Exposure compensation 58 Extension E85 Extracting parts of the movie 84 Eyelet for camera strap 14 Identifier E85 Image copy 71, E50 Image mode 61, 62 ISO sensitivity 52, E37 F G Glamour retouch 71, E18 H HDMI 96, E22, E79 HDMI device control 96, E79 HDMI mini connector 73, E22 Landscape c 40 Language 96, E78 Lens 28, F20 Li-ion rechargeable battery 16, E87 List by da
Index P Panorama assist 45, E5 Panorama p 45 Paper size E26, E27 Party/indoor f 41 Pet portrait O 46 Photo info 94, E70 PictBridge E24, F23 Playback 32, 70, 84, E49 Playback menu 71 Playback modes 70 Playback zoom 33 Playing back movies 84 Portrait b 40 Power 22, 23, 24 Power switch/Power-on lamp 23 Preset manual E35 Print E24, E26, E27 Print order 71, E42 Print Order Date Option E43 Printer 73, E24 Protect 71, E46 Q Quick retouch 71, E17 R Technical Notes and Index Rechargeable battery 16, E87 Recordin
Index Wide 29 Wind noise reduction 83, E56 Z Zoom 29 Zoom buttons 4, 5, 29 Technical Notes and Index F27
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