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Introduction Preparation for Shooting Basic Photography and Playback: L (Auto) Mode Selecting Scene Mode: b Scene Mode One-Touch Portrait Mode More on Playback Recording and Viewing Movies Connecting to Televisions, Computers, and Printers Shooting, Playback, and Setup Menus Technical Notes i
Introduction For Your Safety Introduction 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.
For Your Safety the batteries, such as discoloration or deformation. • If liquid from damaged batteries comes in contact with clothing or skin, rinse immediately with plenty of water. Observe the following precautions when handling the battery charger If an MH-71 battery charger was provided with the camera, observe the following precautions: • Keep dry. Failure to observe this precaution could result in fire or electric shock.
For Your Safety Introduction • Do not handle the plug or battery charger with wet hands. Failure to observe this precaution could result in electric shock. Use appropriate cables When connecting cables to the input and output jacks, use only the cables provided or sold by Nikon for the purpose, to maintain compliance with product regulations. Handle moving parts with care Be careful that your fingers or other objects are not pinched by the lens cover or other moving parts.
Notices Notice for Customers in the U.S.A. Introduction Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Radio Frequency Interference Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
Notices Notice for Customers in Canada Introduction CAUTION This class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference Causing Equipment Regulations. ATTENTION Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada. Symbol for Separate Collection in European Countries This symbol indicates that this product is to be collected separately.
Table of Contents Introduction .....................................................................................................ii Introduction For Your Safety..................................................................................................ii WARNINGS ................................................................................................... ii Notices................................................................................................................
Selecting Scene Mode: b Scene Mode.....................................................31 Introduction Scene Mode .....................................................................................................31 Scene Assist Modes..........................................................................................32 Scene Modes ....................................................................................................37 One-Touch Portrait Mode..........................................
Shooting, Playback, and Setup Menus..........................................................72 Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu .........................................................72 Z Image Mode .........................................................................................73 d White Balance........................................................................................75 m Metering................................................................................................
Technical Notes ............................................................................................103 Introduction x Optional Accessories .....................................................................................103 Image File and Folder Names .......................................................................104 Caring for the Camera ..................................................................................105 Cleaning ....................................................
About This Manual Symbols and Conventions To make it easier to find the information you need, the following symbols and conventions are used: j This icon marks cautions, information that should be read before use to prevent damage to the camera. l This icon marks tips, additional information that may be helpful when using the camera. k This icon marks notes, information that should be read before using the camera.
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.
Information and Precautions Notice Concerning Prohibition of Copying or Reproduction Introduction Note that simply being in possession of material that has been digitally copied or reproduced by means of a scanner, digital camera or other device may be punishable by law. • Items prohibited by law from being copied or reproduced Do not copy or reproduce paper money, coins, securities, government bonds, or local government bonds, even if such copies or reproductions are stamped “Sample.
Parts of the Camera Speaker (c 53, 57) m (one-touch portrait) button (c 44) u D-Lighting button (c 50) Introduction Power-on lamp (c 12) K (vibration reduction) button (c 21) Power switch (c 12) Shutter-release button (c 22) Built-in flash (c 26) R O OPTICAL 5X Z OM O Lens (c 106, 115) .0 NIK K Self-timer lamp (c 28) 6 .3 Built-in microphone (c 53, 54) -3 1 .4 m m 1 : 2.
Parts of the Camera Mode selector (c 8, 18, 31, 54) Monitor (c 6) Introduction Flash lamp (c 27) Zoom buttons (c 20) t : Zoom out v : Zoom in See also: • j (thumbnail playback): c 47 • k (playback zoom): c 48 • l (help): c 9 m button (c 9) T (delete) button (c 24, 53, 57) i (playback) button (c 24, 47) Tripod socket Connector cover (c 59, 60, 65) Opening the connector cover Battery-chamber cover (c 12) Memory card slot (c 16) Cable connector Battery chamber Multi selector (c 8) H: Display self-time
The Monitor The following indicators may appear in the monitor during shooting and playback (actual display varies with current camera settings). Introduction Shooting 5 6 AUTO 21 22 1 2 3 4 7 8 9 20 ( 19 ) 10 +1.0 18 9999 17 16 15 11 10 12 13 14 1 Shooting mode* ...... 18, 31, 44, 54 13 Date imprint/Date counter .......... 95 2 Exposure lock ............................. 43 3 Macro close-up mode................. 29 4 Zoom indicator.....................
The Monitor Introduction Playback 18 17 100NIKON 9999.JPG 10.10.2006 12:00 1 2 4 5 16 15 14 9999 / 9999 13 12 11 9 OK : START 3 6 7 8 10 1 Current folder .......................... 104 9 2 File number and type................ 104 10 Movie playback indicator ............ 57 3 Internal memory/ memory card indicator ............... 19 11 Voice memo icon........................ 53 4 Battery level indicator ................. 18 5 Volume indicator..................
Basic Operations/Displaying the Help Mode Selector Set the mode selector to the desired mode. Introduction L: Auto mode (c 18) T: Movie mode (c 54) A simple “point-and-shoot” Record movies. Select one mode in which the majority of three movie options. of camera settings are conb: Scene mode (c 31) trolled by the camera. Select one of fifteen “scenes” suited to different subjects of shooting conditions, such as indoor parties or night landscapes, and let the camera do the rest.
Basic Operations/Displaying the Help MENU Button When m is pressed, the following menus are displayed according to the mode which has been selected. : Auto mode : Scene mode : Movie mode : One-touch portrait mode : Playback mode → → → → → Shooting menu (c 72) Scene menu (c 31) Movie menu (c 54) One-touch portrait menu (c 46) Playback menu (c 82) Introduction L b T A i To display the setup menu (c 88), choose [Set up] at the top of all menus. Displayed when there are one or more previous menu items.
Preparation for Shooting Inserting Batteries The camera uses two AA batteries. Depending on the country or region of purchase, either two alkaline batteries or two EN-MH1 rechargeable batteries with an MH-71 battery charger are included with purchase of the camera. Charge the Batteries (EN-MH1 batteries only) Preparation for Shooting If the camera came with Nikon EN-MH1 rechargeable NiMH batteries and a battery charger, charge the batteries as described below.
Inserting Batteries 3 Remove the batteries and unplug the charger from the power outlet. Preparation for Shooting k EN-MH1 Batteries Charge EN-MH1 batteries before using them for the first time. Charge and use as a set: do not charge batteries one at a time or combine batteries from different pairs. Note that the batteries may tend to discharge more quickly when new or after a long period of disuse. The batteries will retain their charge longer once they have been exhausted and recharged several times.
Inserting Batteries Insert the Batteries 1 Open the battery-chamber cover. • Hold the camera upside down to prevent the batteries from falling out. Preparation for Shooting 2 3 2 1 Insert the batteries. • Insert the batteries correctly as shown at right. 3 Close the battery-chamber cover. 1 2 Supported Batteries This camera uses the following size AA batteries.
Inserting Batteries j Additional Precautions Regarding Batteries • Read and follow the warnings and cautions on pages iii-iv and 106 of this manual. • Do not combine old and new batteries or batteries of different makes or types. • Batteries with the following defects cannot be used: Batteries with insulation that Batteries with a flat does not cover the area negative terminal around the negative terminal.
Setting Display Language, Date, and Time A language-selection dialog is displayed the first time the camera is turned on. 1 Turn on the camera. • The power-on lamp (green) will light and the monitor will turn on. Preparation for Shooting 2 Press the multi selector G, H, I or J to choose the desired language and press d. • For information on using the multi selector, see “Multi Selector” (c 8). 3 Press G or H to choose [Yes] and press d. Date • If [No] is selected, the date and time will not be set.
Setting Display Language, Date, and Time 6 Press G or H to edit the day ([D]) (order of the day, month, and year may differ in some areas) and press J. Date D 01 09 00 Press G or H to edit the month ([M]) and press J. D • [D], [M], and [Y] blink. Choose the order in which the day, month, and year are displayed and press d. • The settings are applied and monitor display returns to the standard display for the current mode.
Inserting Memory Cards Preparation for Shooting Pictures are stored in the camera’s internal memory (8 MB) or on removable Secure Digital (SD) memory cards (available separately) (c 103). If a memory card is inserted in the camera, pictures are automatically stored on the memory card and only pictures recorded to the memory card can be played back, deleted, or transferred. Remove the memory card to store pictures in the internal memory, or play back, delete, or transfer pictures from the internal memory.
Inserting Memory Cards Removing Memory Cards Turn the camera off and make sure that the power-on lamp is off before opening the batterychamber cover. Press the memory card lightly ( ) to release it. Once released, pull the memory card out carefully ( ). 1 2 If the message at right is displayed when the power is on, the memory card must be formatted (c 98) before use. Card is not formatted Note that formatting permanently deletes all pictures Format and other data on the memory card.
Basic Photography and Playback: L (Auto) Mode Step1 Select L (Auto) Mode and Turn the Camera On This section describes how to take pictures in L (auto) mode, an automatic, “point-and-shoot” mode recommended for first-time users of digital cameras. Basic Photography and Playback: L (Auto) Mode 1 Slide the mode selector to L. 2 Turn the camera on. • The power-on lamp (green) will light and the monitor will turn on. 3 Check the battery level and number of exposures remaining.
Step1 Select L (Auto) Mode and Turn the Camera On l Indicators in L (auto) Mode Internal memory/memory card Shooting mode L displayed in auto mode M Pictures will be recorded to internal memory. O Pictures will be recorded to memory card. Image mode Choose from six options depending on how you plan to use the picture. The default setting is E Normal (3,072 × 2,304). Vibration reduction Vibration reduction can be set up according to the shooting conditions. The default setting is W (Normal).
Step2 Frame a Picture 1 Ready the camera. • Hold the camera steadily in both hands, keeping your fingers and other objects away from the lens, flash, and microphone. • When taking pictures in “tall” orientation, turn the camera clockwise so that the built-in flash is above the lens. 2 Frame the picture. Basic Photography and Playback: L (Auto) Mode • Frame the picture with the main subject positioned near the center of the monitor. 4 • Press t (j)/v (k) to activate optical zoom.
Step2 Frame a Picture j Digital Zoom When enlarging a picture with digital zoom, the slightly grainy image might be produced due to digital process. k Vibration reduction (K) Vibration reduction effectively corrects blur, caused by slight hand movement known as camera shake, that commonly occurs when shooting with zoom applied or at slow shutter speeds. Press K to enable vibration reduction. The vibration reduction icon is displayed in the monitor.
Step3 Focus and Shoot 1 Press the shutter-release button halfway. • The camera focuses on the subject positioned within the active focus area. By default, the camera automatically chooses the focus area (one of five) containing the subject closest to the camera. Basic Photography and Playback: L (Auto) Mode 22 4 • When the subject is in focus, the focus indicator (p) is green. When the camera is unable to focus, the focus indicator blinks red. Change the composition and try again.
Step3 Focus and Shoot j During Recording While pictures are being recorded, the y icon will be displayed, or the M or O icon will blink. Do not turn the camera off, eject the memory card, or remove or disconnect the power source while these icons are displayed. Cutting power or removing the memory card in these circumstances could result in loss of data or in damage to the camera or card.
Step4 Viewing/Deleting Pictures Viewing Pictures: Full-Frame Playback Press i. Basic Photography and Playback: L (Auto) Mode • Press the multi selector I (or G) to view pictures in reverse order, J (or H) to view pictures in the order recorded. Press and hold the multi selector to scroll quickly to a particular frame number without viewing the intervening pictures. • For information on using the multi selector, see “Multi Selector” (c 8).
Step4 Viewing/Deleting Pictures k Full-Frame Playback Mode The following functions are available in the full-frame playback mode. Option Quick playback zoom Enlarge picture View thumbnails Press Description c d Enlarge view of picture currently displayed in the monitor about 3×. 48 k (v) Enlarge view of picture currently displayed in the monitor up to about 10×. 48 j (t) Display 4, 9, or 16 picture thumbnails.
Using the Flash The flash menu will help you to set the flash mode best suited the shooting conditions. The flash has a range of 0.5–5.5 m (1 ft. 7.7 in.–18 ft. 0.5 in.) when the camera is zoomed out all the way. With maximum optical zoom applied, the range is 0.6–4 m (1 ft. 12 in.–13 ft. 1.8 in.). The following flash modes are available: z Auto (default setting in L mode) Flash fires automatically when lighting is poor.
Using the Flash j When Lighting is Poor Note the following when lighting is poor and the flash is off (B). • Place the camera on a flat, level surface or use a tripod (recommended). When using a tripod, turn the vibration reduction off (c 21). • The W icon is displayed when the camera increases sensitivity from the normal sensitivity to minimize blur caused by slow shutter speeds. The picture taken when the W icon is displayed may be slightly mottled.
Taking Pictures with the Self-Timer The camera is equipped with a ten-second timer for self-portraits. When using the self-timer, mount the camera on a tripod (recommended) or rest it on a flat, and stable surface. 1 Press H (self-timer). • The self-timer menu is displayed. Basic Photography and Playback: L (Auto) Mode 2 Press the multi selector G or H to choose [On] and press d. • The 10H icon is displayed.
Macro Close-up Mode Macro close-up mode is used for taking pictures of objects as close as 4 cm (1.6 in.). Note that the flash may be unable to light shots entire subject at distances of less than 50 cm (1 ft. 7.7 in.). If flash fires, play the picture back and check the results. 1 Press L (macro close-up mode). • The macro close-up mode is displayed. Press the multi selector G or H to choose [On] and press d. • The F icon is displayed.
Exposure Compensation Exposure compensation is used to alter exposure from the value suggested by the camera to make pictures brighter or darker. 1 2 Basic Photography and Playback: L (Auto) Mode 30 Press I (exposure). Press the multi selector G or H to adjust exposure. Exp. +/- • When the picture is too dark: adjust the exposure compensation to “+” side. • When the picture is too bright: adjust the exposure compensation to “-” side.
Selecting Scene Mode: b Scene Mode Scene Mode The camera offers a choice of “assist” and “scene” modes. In these mode, camera settings are automatically optimized for the selected subject type. Scene Assist Modes (four types) Scene assist modes offer framing assist options to help you compose your shots. B Portrait Use for portraits. The main subject stands out clearly while the background details are softened, lending a sense of depth to the composition.
Scene Assist Modes These modes offer a selection of framing assist options that allow you to compose pictures with the help of framing guides displayed in the monitor. Taking Pictures in Scene Assist Modes 1 Select b mode. 2 Press m to display the scene menu. Selecting Scene Mode: b Scene Mode 3 Press the multi selector G or H to choose a scene assist mode and press d. • The framing assist menu is displayed. • For information on using the multi selector, see “Multi Selector” (c 8).
Scene Assist Modes B Portrait Assist Use this mode for portraits in which the main subject stands out clearly while background details are softened. Portrait subjects exhibit smooth, naturallooking skin tones. B Portrait Camera focuses on subject in the center of the monitor. No guides are displayed. N Portrait left O Portrait right Compose shot with subject in the right half of the frame. Camera focuses on subject inside the framing guides.
Scene Assist Modes E Landscape Assist Use this mode for vivid landscapes, cityscapes, and portraits featuring a landmark in the background. E Landscape Camera focuses at infinity. No guides are displayed.* S Scenic view Selecting Scene Mode: b Scene Mode Use to photograph distant skylines. Camera focuses at infinity.* Align top of skyline with the wavy framing guide displayed to determine the composition. U Architecture Use to photograph buildings. Camera focuses at infinity.
Scene Assist Modes P Sports Assist Use this mode for dynamic action shots that freeze the action in a single shot or record motion in a series of pictures. No framing guides are displayed. P Sports While the shutter-release button is held down, pictures are taken at rate of about 0.7 frames per second (fps).
Scene Assist Modes D Night Portrait Assist Use this mode to achieve a natural balance between the main subject and background lighting in portraits shot taken at night. This mode offers the same assist options as portrait assist mode (c 33). Pictures taken at slow shutter speeds are processed to reduce noise; to prevent blurring, mount the camera on a tripod or rest it on a flat, stable surface. J Flash: A (Fill flash with slow sync and red-eye reduction) (A is displayed in the monitor.
Scene Modes Taking Pictures in Scene Modes 1 Select b mode. 2 Press m to display the scene menu. Press the multi selector G or H to choose the scene mode and press d. • Three pages of scene modes are available, beginning with [Party/indoor] and ending with [Panorama assist]. • For information on using the multi selector, see “Multi Selector” (c 8). 4 SCN Scene menu Party/indoor Beach/snow Sunset Dusk/dawn Night landscape MENU Exit ? Scene modes Frame the subject and take the picture.
Scene Modes The following scene modes are available: C Party/indoor Captures the effects of candlelight and other indoor background lighting. • Camera focuses on subject in the center of the frame. • Turn vibration reduction (c 21) on and hold the camera steadily to prevent camera shake.
Scene Modes J Dusk/dawn Preserves the colors seen in the weak natural light before sunrise or after sunset. • Camera focuses at infinity. Focus indicator (c 22) always lights up green when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway; note, however, that objects in foreground may not always be in focus. • Use of a tripod recommended to prevent blurring.
Scene Modes M Close up Photograph flowers, insects, and other small objects at close range (c 29). • Camera focuses continuously until the shutter-release button is pressed halfway to lock focus. • Turn vibration reduction (c 21) on and hold the camera steadily to prevent camera shake.
Scene Modes O Copy Provides clear pictures of text or drawings on a white board or in print. • Camera focuses on subject in the center of the frame. • Use macro close-up mode (c 29) to focus at short ranges. • Colored text and drawings may not show up well.
Scene Modes Taking Pictures for a Panorama (c 41) The camera focuses on the subject in the center of the frame. Use a tripod for best results. 1 Selecting Scene Mode: b Scene Mode 2 Press the multi selector G or H to choose [F Panorama assist] in the scene menu and press d. SCN Scene menu Panorama assist Image mode • The E icon appears in yellow to indicate the panorama direction (that is, the direction in which pictures are serialized).
Scene Modes j Panorama Assist Flash mode (c 26), self-timer (c 28), macro close-up (c 29) and exposure compensation (c 30) settings cannot be adjusted after the first picture is taken. Pictures cannot be deleted, nor can zoom or image mode setting (c 73) be adjusted until the series is finalized. l G The G icon (white) is displayed to show that white balance and exposure have been locked at the values set with the first shot.
One-Touch Portrait Mode Taking Pictures in the One-Touch Portrait Mode For portrait shots, press m when the camera is in the auto mode, scene mode and movie mode. The following features are automatically activated: • Portrait: Portrait subjects stand out clearly while background details are softened, lending a sense of depth to the composition. • Face-priority AF: Face-priority AF is enabled to allow the camera to automatically recognize human faces.
Taking Pictures in the One-Touch Portrait Mode j Face-Priority AF • The camera’s ability to detect faces depends on a variety of factors, including whether or not the subject is facing the camera. • The camera will focus continuously until a face detected. • If the yellow double border blinks when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway, the camera was unable to focus. Release the button and try again.
The One-Touch Portrait Menu The one-touch portrait menu contains the image mode option, and the portrait option that allows you to apply tone effect to images. Z Set up Display the setup menu (c 88). Z Image mode Choose an image mode (c 73). B Portrait effect Choose from [Normal], [Brighter] (brightens skin tones), and [Softer] (softens the overall image). Applying Portrait Effect 1 One-Touch Portrait Mode Press m in the one-touch portrait mode. • The one-touch portrait menu is displayed.
More on Playback Viewing Multiple Pictures: Thumbnail Playback Pressing j (t) in full-frame playback (c 24) to display pictures in “contact sheets” of four, nine, or sixteen thumbnail images. The following operations can be performed while thumbnails are displayed: To Press Description c Choose pictures Press the multi selector G, H, I, or J to choose pictures.
Taking a Closer Look: Playback Zoom Press k (v) to zoom in on still images displayed in full-frame playback (c 24). Playback zoom is not available when the current picture is a movie or a copy created using the small picture option. 4.0 ::SCROLL SCROLL Press d to enlarge the view of the picture currently displayed in full-frame playback (c 24) 3×. The center of the picture is visible in the monitor (quick playback zoom). 3.
Editing Pictures Creating a Cropped Copy: Crop If the N:u icon is displayed in the monitor with playback zoom enabled (c 48), the portion of the picture currently visible in the monitor can be saved as a separate file. 1 2 Press k (v) to zoom in on the image in full-frame playback. Adjust display so that only the portion of the picture to be saved is shown. 3 :SCROLL SCROLL :ZOOM ZOOM More on Playback • Press k (v) or j (t) to adjust the zoom ratio.
Editing Pictures Enhancing Contrast: D-Lighting D-Lighting can be used to create copies, with enhanced brightness and contrast, of pictures affected by backlighting or insufficient flash lighting. 1 Display the desired picture in full-frame playback (c 24) and press i (m). • D-Lighting copies can also be created by pressing i (m) after selecting a picture in thumbnail playback mode. • The original picture is displayed at left and the picture applied with D-lighting enhancement is displayed at right.
Editing Pictures H Resizing Pictures: Small Picture Create a small copy of the current picture. Copies are stored as JPEG files with compression ratio of 1 : 16. Choose from the following sizes: I 640×480 Suited to television playback. J 320×240 Suited to display on web pages. K 160×120 Suitable for e-mail attachments. 1 Display the desired picture in playback mode (c 24) and press m. • The playback menu is displayed. 2 Press the multi selector G or H to choose [Small pic.] and press d.
Editing Pictures Small copies are recognized by their gray border and the I, J, or K icon displayed during playback. 10.10.2006 15:30 100N 000 Restrictions on Picture Editing The following restrictions apply to copies created using crop (c 49), D-Lighting (c 50), and small picture (c 51). • Copies created using the crop or small picture functions cannot be edited again. • The D-Lighting function cannot be used on copies created using the DLighting function.
Voice Memos: Recording and Playback The camera’s built-in microphone can be used to record voice memos for pictures indicated by the N:O (voice memo recording guide) icon in full-frame playback (c 24). Recording Voice Memos Press and hold the shutter-release button to record a voice memo. Recording ends after about 20 seconds or when the shutter-release button is released. • Do not touch the built-in microphone during recording. • During recording, y and P blink in the monitor display.
Recording and Viewing Movies Movie Mode Follow the instructions below to shoot movies with sound recorded via the built-in microphone. 1 Select T mode. • The maximum length of the movie that can be recorded is displayed in the monitor. 2 Press the shutter-release button to start recording. • A progress bar at the bottom of the monitor shows the amount of recording time remaining. • To end recording, press the shutter10s release button again.
The Movie Menu Movie Options The movie menu offers the options shown below. Maximum movie length1 Option Memory card 8 MB 256 MB 5 sec. 2 min. 50 sec.2 S Movies are recorded at 30 Small size 320 frames per second. Each frame (default setting) is 320 × 240 pixels in size. 13 sec. 6 min. 30 sec. Movies are recorded at 30 frames per second. Each frame is 160 × 120 pixels in size. Small size allows for recording of longer movies. 50 sec. 25 min.
The Movie Menu Applying Movie Setting 1 Select T mode. 2 Press m. • The movie menu is displayed. 3 Press the multi selector G or H to choose [Movie options] or [Auto focus mode] and press d. • The options available for the selected item are displayed. • For information on using the multi selector, see “Multi Selector” (c 8). Recording and Viewing Movies 4 Press G or H to choose the desired setting and press d. • The setting is enabled and the movie menu is displayed.
Movie Playback In full-frame playback (c 24), movies are recognized by the S icon. To play a movie, display it in full-frame playback and press d. 10.10.2006 15:31 100NIKON 0009. MOV OK START 10s Playback display Use t (j)/v (k) to adjust playback volume. Playback controls are displayed at the top of the monitor. Press the multi selector I or J to choose a control, then press d to perform the selected operation. For information on using the multi selector, see “Multi Selector” (c 8).
Connecting to Televisions, Computers, and Printers You can connect your camera to your television, computer, or printer to view pictures you have taken. Connecting to a TV (c 59) View pictures on a TV by connecting your camera via the supplied audio/video cable. Connecting to Televisions, Computers, and Printers Connecting to a Computer (c 60) Use the supplied PictureProject software to copy pictures to a computer, and then organize, browse, edit, and save those pictures.
Connecting to a TV Connect the camera to a television using the audio/video (A/V) cable to play back pictures on the television. Turn the camera off. 2 Connect the A/V cable. • Connect the yellow plug to the video-in jack on the TV, and the white plug to the audio-in jack. Yellow 3 White Tune the television to the video channel. • See the documentation provided with your television for details. 4 Connecting to Televisions, Computers, and Printers 1 Press i for one second to turn the camera on.
Connecting to a Computer Use the USB cable and PictureProject software supplied with your camera to copy (transfer) pictures to a computer. Before Connecting the Camera Installing PictureProject Connecting to Televisions, Computers, and Printers Before transferring pictures or movies to a computer, PictureProject must be installed. For more information on installing and using PictureProject, see the Quick Start Guide.
Connecting to a Computer Setting the USB Option Set the USB option (c 99) in the setup menu on the camera before connecting the camera to the computer or printer. 1 Press the multi selector G or H to choose [Set up] and press d. • The setup menu is displayed. • For information on using the multi selector, see “Multi Selector” (c 8). 3 Press G or H to choose [Interface] and press d.
Connecting to a Computer Transferring Pictures to a Computer 1 2 Connecting to Televisions, Computers, and Printers 3 Turn on a computer to which PictureProject has been installed. Turn the camera off and connect the USB cable as shown below. Turn the camera on. • At default PictureProject settings, PictureProject Transfer is launched immediately with recognition of camera connection. 4 Transfer pictures and movies.
Connecting to a Computer 5 Disconnect the camera once transfer is complete. Connecting to Televisions, Computers, and Printers • If the USB option is set to [PTP] Turn the camera off and disconnect the USB cable. • If the USB option is set to [Mass storage] Remove the camera from the system as described below before turning the camera off and disconnecting the USB cable.
Connecting to a Printer Users of PictBridge-compatible (c 117) printers can connect the camera directly to the printer and print pictures without using a computer.
Connecting to a Printer Connecting the Camera and Printer 1 Set the USB option (c 61) to [PTP]. USB PTP Mass storage 2 Turn the camera off. 3 Turn the printer on. • Check printer settings. 4 Connect the USB cable as shown below. 5 Turn the camera on. Connecting to Televisions, Computers, and Printers MENU Exit • The PictBridge start-up screen ( ) will be displayed in the camera monitor.
Connecting to a Printer Printing Pictures One at a Time After connecting the camera to the printer correctly (c 65), print pictures by following the procedure below. 1 Press the multi selector G, H, I, or J to choose a picture and press d. Connecting to Televisions, Computers, and Printers • The [PictBridge] menu is displayed. • To choose a picture from a list of thumbnails, press j (t) and use the multi selector to choose the OK : desired picture, or press k (v) to exit to full-frame 4/ 4 playback.
Connecting to a Printer 5 • To specify paper size using printer settings, choose [Default] in the paper size menu and press d. Paper size Default 3.5 x 5 in. 5 x 7 in. Postcard 100 x 150mm Press G or H to choose [Start print] and press d. PictBridge Start print Copies Paper size 7 Printing starts. • Monitor display returns to that shown in step 1 when printing is complete. • Press d to terminate printing before printing is complete.
Connecting to a Printer 2 Press the multi selector G or H to choose [Paper size] and press d. • For information on using the multi selector, see “Multi Selector” (c 8). Connecting to Televisions, Computers, and Printers 3 Press G or H to choose the desired paper size and press d. • To specify paper size using printer settings, choose [Default] in the paper size menu and press d. 4 Press G or H to choose [Print selection], [Print all images] or [DPOF printing] and press d.
Connecting to a Printer 5 Choose the pictures and number of copies (up to 9) of each and press d. Print selection 6 Press G, H, I, or J to confirm the pictures and press d. • Press m to modify the selection and return to the print selection screen. 004 prints 1 2 3 4 MENU Back OK Print 7 Printing starts. • Monitor display returns to the [Print menu] (step 2) when printing is complete. • Press d to terminate printing before it is complete.
Creating a DPOF Print Order: Print Set Connecting to Televisions, Computers, and Printers The [Print set] option in the playback menu is used to create digital “print orders” for printing on DPOF-compatible devices (c 117) or at a digital photo lab which supports DPOF. In addition to pictures themselves, shooting date and photo information (shutter speed and aperture) can also be printed.
Creating a DPOF Print Order: Print Set 5 Set the date and info options. Print set Pictures selected for printing are recognized by the w icon displayed with playback. 10.10.2006 15:30 100NIKON 0005.JPG 4/ 4 j Print Set [Date] and [Info] are reset each time the print set menu (step 4) is displayed. Information normally printed when [Info] is selected in the print set menu is not printed when the camera is connected directly to the printer.
Shooting, Playback, and Setup Menus Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu The following options are available in the shooting menu. Z Set up Z Image mode d White balance* c 88 Display the setup menu. c 73 Choose image size and quality. c 75 Match white balance to the light source. m Metering c 77 Choose the method used to control exposure. Shooting, Playback, and Setup Menus q Continuous* A BSS* d Color Options* c 78 Take pictures one at a time or in a sequence.
Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu Z Image Mode Pictures taken with a digital camera are recorded as image files. The size of the files, and the number of images that can be recorded with it, depend on the size and quality of the images. Before shooting, choose an image mode according to how you plan to use the picture.
Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu k Image Mode/Number of Exposures Remaining The following table lists the number of pictures that can be stored in internal memory and on a 256 MB memory card, and the size of still pictures with it. Image mode Internal memory (8 MB) Memory card (256 MB) Print size (300 dpi; cm/in.) F High(3072A) 2 70 26×19.5/10×7.7 E Normal(3072) 4 135 26×19.5/10×7.7 d Normal(2592) 6 190 22×16.5/8.7×6.5 e Normal(2048) 10 300 17×13/6.
Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu d White Balance Adjust white balance based on the light source to give pictures the most realistic colors possible. [Auto] can be used under most types of lighting, or you can apply the white balance setting suited to a particular light source to achieve more accurate results. e White balance Auto White bal. preset Daylight Incandescent Fluorescent MENU Exit Auto (default setting) White balance automatically adjusted to suit lighting conditions.
Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu f Preset White Balance Preset white balance is used with mixed lighting or to compensate for light sources with a strong color cast (for example, to make pictures taken under a lamp with a red shade look as though they had been taken under white light). 1 2 Place white or gray reference object under the lighting that will be used during shooting. Press the multi selector G or H to choose [White bal. preset] and press d. • The camera zooms in.
Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu m Metering The camera’s built-in metering system calculates the brightness of the subject to determine optional exposure. Metering Matrix Center-weighted MENU Exit m Matrix (default setting) Analyzes the distribution of brightness over a wide area of the frame, producing optimal results for most situations. n Center-weighted Shooting, Playback, and Setup Menus Meters the entire frame but assigns the greatest weight to the center area. Suitable for portraits.
Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu q Continuous Capture a fleeting expression on a portrait subject, photograph a subject that is moving unpredictably, or capture motion in a series of pictures. At setting other than [Single], focus, exposure compensation and white balance for all photos are determined by the first picture in each series. r Continuous Single Continuous Multi-shot 16 MENU Exit Single (default setting) One shot is taken each time shutter-release button is pressed.
Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu A BSS BSS On The “best shot selector” is recommended when Off shooting with the flash off or the camera zoomed in, or in other situations in which inadvertent motion can result in blurred pictures. When BSS is MENU Exit on, the camera takes up to ten pictures while the shutter-release button is held down. The sharpest picture in the series is saved and the others are discarded. The A icon is displayed when BSS is on (c 6). At default setting, BSS is [Off].
Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu k AF Area Mode Use this option to determine where the camera focuses. AF area mode Auto Center l Auto (default setting) Camera automatically selects the focus area (1 of 5; c 6) containing the subject closest to the camera. The selected focus area is displayed when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway. MENU Exit n Center Center focus area is used. This option can be used in combination with AF lock to keep off-center subjects in focus.
Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu Restrictions on Camera Settings Restrictions apply to the following settings in L mode: Flash mode Flash turns off at [Continuous] settings other than [Single] or when [BSS] is on. Applied setting is restored when [Single] is selected or [BSS] is turned off. Self-timer If self-timer is on, only one shot will be taken when shutter is released, regardless of settings chosen for [Continuous] and [BSS].
Playback Options: The Playback Menu The following options are available in the playback menu. Z Set up c 88 Display the setup menu. w Print set c 70 Select pictures for printing. z Slide show c 84 View pictures in an automatic slide show. A Delete c 85 Delete all or selected pictures. D Protect c 85 Shooting, Playback, and Setup Menus Protect selected pictures from accidental deletion. E Transfer marking c 86 Change transfer marking for existing pictures. H Small pic.
Playback Options: The Playback Menu Navigating the Menus Use the multi selector to navigate camera menus. To select multiple pictures for a print set (c 70), deletion (c 85), protection from deletion (c 85), transfer (c 86), copying between internal memory and the memory card (c 87), or for the welcome screen (c 90): 1 Press the multi selector I or J to choose a picture. 2 Press G or H to choose [ON] or [OFF] (or the number of copies when applying print settings).
Playback Options: The Playback Menu z Slide Show Slide show Play pictures back in an automated “slide show” with a three-second interval between pictures. Pause OK Start Loop MENU Exit 1 Press the multi selector G or H to choose [Start] and press d. • To repeat the slide show automatically, enable [Loop] and press d before choosing [Start]. y will be added to the loop option when enabled. • For information on using the multi selector, see “Multi Selector” (c 8).
Playback Options: The Playback Menu A Delete The delete menu contains the options shown below. If no memory card is inserted in the camera, pictures in the internal memory will be deleted. If a memory card is inserted, pictures on the memory card will be deleted. B Delete Erase selected images Erase all images MENU Exit Erase selected images Delete selected pictures. See “Navigating the Menus” (c 83) for more information on using this function.
Playback Options: The Playback Menu E Transfer Marking When the camera is connected to a computer via the supplied USB cable and E (d) is pressed to transfer pictures, only pictures marked with the E icon are transferred (c 62). At the default setting, all pictures are marked for transfer. E Transfer marking All on All off Select image(s) MENU Exit All on Mark all images for transfer. F All off Remove transfer marking from all images.
Playback Options: The Playback Menu L Copy Copy Copy pictures between the internal memory and a memory card. MENU Exit The options of this menu allows you to copy the specified pictures or all pictures in the internal memory or on the memory card. See “Navigating the Menus” (c 83) for more information on using the [Selected images] option. Camera to card Selected images All images MENU Exit Copy pictures from internal memory to memory card. ONM Copy pictures from memory card to internal memory.
Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu The following options are available in the setup menu. R Menus c 89 Choose how menus are displayed. V Welcome screen c 90 Select screen displayed when camera is turned on. W Date c 91 Set camera clock and choose home and destination time zones. Z Monitor settings c 94 Adjust monitor brightness and choose display style. f Date imprint c 95 Imprint date or date counter on pictures.
Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu Displaying the Setup Menu Choose [Set up] in the shooting menu (c 72), scene menu (c 31), movie menu (c 55), one-touch portrait menu (c 46) or playback menu (c 82) and press d to display the setup menu.
Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu V Welcome Screen Welcome screen Disable welcome Nikon Animation Select an image You can select the welcome screen to be displayed when the camera is turned on. MENU Exit Disable welcome (default setting) A welcome screen is not displayed when the camera is turned on. Nikon Displays a welcome screen when the camera is turned on. Animation Shooting, Playback, and Setup Menus Displays a short animation when the camera is turned on.
Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu W Date Set the camera clock and choose home and travel destination time zones. Date 01.09.2006 00:00 Date Time zone MENU Exit -- Date Set camera clock to current date and time (c 14-15). Time zone Setting Travel Destination Time Zone 1 Press the multi selector G or H to choose [Time zone] and press d. • The [Time zone] screen is displayed. • For information on using the multi selector, see “Multi Selector” (c 8). 2 Press G or H to choose Y and press d.
Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu 4 Press I or J to choose the travel destination time zone and press d. New city time zone • The setting is enabled. London, Casablanca MENU Back 5 Press m. • The camera returns to shooting mode or playback mode. • While the travel destination time zone is selected, a Y icon will be displayed in the monitor when the camera is in shooting mode. Time zone 01.10.
Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu l Time Zones The camera supports the time zones listed below. Increments of less than one hour are not supported; when travelling to or from destinations at half- or quarter-hour increments from Greenwich Mean Time (GMT), such as Afghanistan, Central Australia, India, Iran, Nepal, or Newfoundland, set the camera clock to local time.
Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu Z Monitor Settings Monitor settings Photo info Brightness The following options are available: -3 Photo info Choose information displayed in the monitor. MENU Exit Brightness Choose from five settings for monitor brightness. Photo Info The following display options are available: Shooting mode Playback mode 10.10.
Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu f Date Imprint Date and time of recording can be imprinted on pictures for printing this information from printers that are not DPOF-compatible (c 117). Date imprint Off Date Date and time Date counter MENU Exit a Off (default setting) Time and date are not imprinted on pictures. b Date Date is imprinted on the bottom right corner of pictures taken while this option is in effect.
Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu Date Counter Pictures taken while this option is in effect are imprinted with the number of days remaining until, or the number of days elapsed since a specified date. Use it to track the growth of a child or count down the days until a birthday or wedding. Date counter 155 01.01.2006 Number of days MENU Exit Press d to display the stored dates option. Press d to display the display option.
Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu h Sound Settings Adjust the following sound settings: Sound settings Button sound Shutter sound Start-up sound ON MENU Exit Button sound When [On] (default setting) is selected, beep will sound once when operations are completed successfully, three times when error is detected. Shutter sound Choose volume of shutter sound from [Loud], [Normal] (default setting), and [Off].
Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu M Format Memory/O Format Card Use this option to format the internal memory or memory card. Formatting the Internal Memory To format the internal memory, remove the memory card from the camera. The [Format memory] option appears in the setup menu. Formatting the Memory Card Shooting, Playback, and Setup Menus When the memory card is inserted in the camera, the [Format card] option appears in the setup menu.
Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu j Language Choose one of twenty languages for display of camera menus and messages. Polish Danish Portuguese German Russian English (default setting) Finnish Spanish Swedish French Simplified Chinese Indonesian Traditional Chinese Italian Japanese Dutch Korean Norwegian Thai k Interface Adjust settings for connection to a computer or video device.
Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu n Reset All Reset all This option restores the following settings to their default values: Reset all settings to default values No Yes MENU Exit Basic Photography Vibration reduction (c 21) b (Normal) Flash mode (c 26) z Self-timer (c 28) Off Macro close-up (c 29) Off Exposure compensation (c 30) 0 Shooting, Playback, and Setup Menus Scene mode Scene mode (c 31) Portrait assist (c 33) Landscape assist (c 34) Sports assist (c 35) Night portrait assist (c 36)
Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu Setup menu Menus (c 89) Welcome screen (c 90) Photo info (c 94) Brightness (c 94) Date imprint (c 95) Text Disable welcome (off) Show info 3 Off Button sound (c 97) On Shutter sound (c 97) Normal Start-up sound (c 97) Auto off (c 97) Normal 1 m (one minutes) Sleep mode (c 97) Off Auto transfer (c 99) On Paper size (c 66, c 68) Default • Choosing [Reset] also clears the current file number (c 104) from memory.
Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu g Battery Type Battery Type To ensure that the camera shows the correct battery level (c 18), choose the type that matches the batteries currently in use.
Technical Notes Optional Accessories Rechargeable battery Two Nikon EN-MH1 rechargeable NiMH batteries (EN-MH1-B2) Battery charger MH-71 battery charger AC adapter EH-65A AC adapter kit (connects as shown) 1 2 3 A A EH-62B AC adapter kit cannot be used.
Image File and Folder Names Pictures, movies, and voice memos are assigned file names with three parts: a four letter identifier, a four-digit file number assigned automatically by the camera in ascending order, and a three-letter extension (e.g., “DSCN0001.JPG”). Originals Identifier* Extension Still picture DSCN .JPG Movie DSCN .MOV Voice memo DSCN .WAV Copies Identifier* Extension Cropped copy RSCN .JPG Small copy SSCN .JPG D-Lighting copy FSCN .JPG Voice memo Same as picture .
Caring for the Camera To ensure continued enjoyment of this Nikon product, observe the following precautions when using or storing the device. j Handle the lens and all moving parts with care Do not apply force to the lens, lens cover, monitor, memory card slot, or battery chamber. These parts are easily damaged. Applying force to the lens cover could result in camera malfunction or damage to the lens.
Caring for the Camera k Batteries • Check the battery level when taking the camera out and replace the batteries if necessary (c 18). If possible, carry spare batteries when taking pictures on important occasions. • Battery capacity tends to decrease on cold days. Be sure that the batteries are fresh before heading outside to take pictures in cold weather. Keep spare batteries in a warm place and exchange as necessary. Once warmed, a cold battery may recover some of its charge.
Caring for the Camera Storage Turn the camera off when not in use. Check that the power-on lamp is off before putting the camera away. Remove the batteries if the camera will not be used for an extended period.
Error Messages The following table lists the error messages and other warnings displayed in the monitor, as well as the solutions for dealing with them. Display Technical Notes 108 Problem Solution c S (blinks) Clock not set. Set clock. 91 Warning!! Battery exhausted w Batteries running low. Ready spare batteries. Batteries exhausted. Replace batteries. 10, 102 p (● blinks red) Camera cannot focus. Recompose picture.
Error Messages Display Image cannot be saved M or O Problem Solution c Error occurred while recording picture. Format internal memory or memory card. 98 Camera has run out of file numbers. • Insert new memory card. • Format internal memory or memory card. 16 98 52 Picture cannot be used for welcome screen. Choose picture 640 × 480 pixels or larger. — Cannot copy picture. Delete pictures from destination. 85 Image can not be enhanced using D-Lighting.
Error Messages Display Solution c USB cable disconnected during transfer or printing. If PictureProject displays error in the monitor of the computer, click [OK] to exit. Resume operation after turning camera off and reconnecting cable. When the camera is connected to a printer, refer to the instructions of the printer. 62, 65 [USB] option incorrect. Choose correct [USB] option. 60, 61 PictureProject did not start. — — No images are marked for transfer s No pictures selected for transfer.
Troubleshooting If the camera fails to function as expected, check the list of common problems below before consulting your retailer or Nikon representative. Refer to the page numbers in the right-most column for more information. Problem Cause/Solution c Camera turns off without warning • Batteries are low. • Batteries are cold. 18 106 Monitor is blank • Camera is off. • Batteries are exhausted. • Standby mode for saving power. Press the shutter-release button halfway.
Troubleshooting Problem Technical Notes 112 Cause/Solution c Camera cannot focus using auto- • Subject is low in contrast, dominated focus by repeating geometric patterns, covers too small an area of the frame, or contains many fine details, objects of sharply differing brightness, or objects at different distances from the camera. Use focus lock to focus on another subject at same distance. • Focus error. Turn camera off and then on again. 80 Pictures are blurred • • • • Use flash.
Troubleshooting Problem Cause/Solution Portions of pictures not related to the “red eye” phenomenon are affected In-camera red-eye fix may, in very rare circumstances, be applied to areas of pictures not affected by “red eye” when pictures are taken in A (auto with redeye reduction) flash mode, one-touch portrait mode, or [B portrait] or [D Night portrait] scene assist modes. Use a different shooting mode or set flash to z (auto) or J (fill flash).
Troubleshooting Problem Cause/Solution c Camera is off. Batteries are exhausted. USB cable is not correctly connected. Appropriate [USB] option is not selected. • Camera is not registered in Device Manager (Windows only). See the PictureProject reference manual (on CD) for further information. • Computer is not set to launch PictureProject automatically. 12 18 62 60, 61 Pictures not displayed on television Choose correct video mode.
Specifications Nikon COOLPIX L5 Digital Camera Type Compact digital camera Effective pixels 7.2 million CCD 1/2.5-in. CCD; total pixels: 7.41 million Image size (pixels) Lens • • • • • 3,072 × 2,304 [High(3072★)/Normal(3072)] 2,592 × 1,944 [Normal(2592)] 2,048 × 1,536 [Normal(2048)] 1,024 × 768 [PC screen(1024)] 640 × 480 [TV screen(640)] 5× Zoom-Nikkor lens Focal length F=6.3–31.4 mm (35-mm [135] camera-format equivalent: 38–190 mm) f/-number f/2.9–f/5.
Specifications Shutter Speed Aperture Range Mechanical and charge-coupled electronic shutter 4–1/2000 s Electronically controlled preset aperture Two steps (f/2.9 and f/4.9 [W]) ISO sensitivity Approximately equivalent to ISO 80 (auto gain to ISO 400 equivalent) Self-timer Ten-second duration Built-in flash Range W: 0.5–5.5 m/1 ft. 7.7 in. –18 ft. 0.5 in. T: 0.6–4 m/1 ft. 12 in. –13 ft. 1.8 in.
Specifications Unless otherwise stated, all figures are for a camera with fully charged ENMH1 batteries operated at an ambient temperature of 25 °C (77 °F). MH-71 Battery Charger Rated input AC 100–240 V, 0.11–0.065 A, 50/60 Hz Charging output DC 1.2 V/2000 mA Supported batteries Nikon EN-MH1 rechargeable Ni-MH batteries Discharge time Approximately 5 hours Charging time Approximately 2.5 hours Operating tempera- 5–35 °C (+41–95 °F) tures Dimensions (W × H × D) 70 × 79 × 30 mm/2.8 × 3.1 × 1.2 in.
Index Symbols Technical Notes t (j) button 20, 29 j (t) button 47, 48, 49 v (k) button 20, 29 k (v) button 47, 48, 49 v (l) button 9 m button 5, 9, 89 d button 5, 8 J (flash) button 5, 26 H (self-timer) button 5, 28 L (macro close-up) button 5, 29 I (exposure compensation) button 5, 30 i (playback) button 5, 24, 59 T (delete) button 5, 24, 57 A (one-touch portrait) button 4, 44 i (A) D-lighting button 50 i (D-lighting) button 4 K (vibration reduction) button 4, 21 L (auto) mode 8, 18 b (scene) mode 8, 31,
Index E L Editing pictures 49 creating a cropped copy 49 enhancing contrast 50 resizing pictures 51 EH-65A 58, 103 Exif version 2.
Index P T PAL 99 Panorama assist 41, 42 G 43 Paper size 66, 68 Party/indoor 38 PictBridge 64, 117 Playback full-frame playback 24, 25 thumbnail payback 47 viewing pictures 25 Playback menu 82 Power saving 13 Power switch 4, 12 Power-on lamp 4, 12 Print set 70 printing date 71 shooting information 71 Printing pictures 64, 66, 67 direct printing 64 Protect 85 Television 59 connecting to 59 Time zone 14, 91 time zone list 93 Transfer marking pictures for, 63 Transfer marking 86, 99 Transferring pictures 62
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