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Introduction First Steps L Kn Basic Photography and Playback: Auto Mode Shooting Suited for the Scene - High-sensitivity Shooting Mode, Scene Mode A One-Touch Portrait Mode i More on Playback T Movies e Voice Recordings Connecting to Televisions, Computers, and Printers m Shooting, Playback, and Setup Menus M Wireless Services 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 to remove the battery when no charge remains. • Discontinue use immediately should you notice any change in the battery, such as discoloration or deformation. • If liquid from the damaged battery comes in contact with clothing or skin, rinse immediately with plenty of water. • • • • Introduction Observe caution when handling the battery The battery may leak or explode if improperly handled.
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 Restrictions on Wireless Devices The wireless transceiver included in this product conforms to wireless regulations in the country of sale and is not for use in other countries (products purchased in the EU or EFTA can be used anywhere within the EU and EFTA). Nikon does not accept liability for use in other countries. Users who are unsure as to the original country of sale should consult with their local Nikon service center or Nikon-authorized service representative.
Notices Introduction vi FCC/IC RF Exposure Statement The available scientific evidence does not show that any health problems are associated with using low power wireless devices. There is no proof, however, that these low power wireless devices are absolutely safe. Low power wireless devices emit low levels of radio frequency energy (RF) in the microwave range while being used.
Notices Notice for customers in Canada Modifications The FCC requires the user to be notified that any changes or modifications made to this device that are not expressly approved by Nikon Corporation may void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. CAUTION This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Interface Cables Use the interface cables sold or provided by Nikon for your equipment. Using other interface cables may exceed the limits of Class B Part 15 of the FCC rules.
Table of Contents Introduction .....................................................................................................ii Introduction For Your Safety..................................................................................................ii WARNINGS ................................................................................................... ii Notices................................................................................................................
Table of Contents K n Shooting Suited for the Scene - High-sensitivity Shooting Mode, Scene Mode..........................................................................................35 A One-Touch Portrait Mode.......................................................................44 Introduction High-sensitivity Shooting Mode .....................................................................35 Scene Modes .............................................................................................
Table of Contents e Voice Recordings ........................................................................................69 Introduction Making Voice Recordings ...............................................................................69 Playing Voice Recordings ................................................................................71 Copying Voice Recordings ..............................................................................
Table of Contents Introduction Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu..........................................................104 Displaying the Setup Menu........................................................................105 R Menus..................................................................................................105 V Welcome Screen ..................................................................................106 W Date................................................................
Table of Contents Introduction xii Choosing the Desired SSID and Uploading Pictures....................................146 Registering User Information with my Picturetown to View Uploaded Pictures ...........................................................................148 Registering User Information with my Picturetown ....................................148 Technical Notes ............................................................................................150 Optional Accessories .........
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 was digitally copied or reproduced by means of a scanner, digital camera or other device may be punishable by law. • Items prohibited by law from being copied or reproduced Do not copy or reproduce paper money, coins, securities, government bonds or local government bonds, even if such copies or reproductions are stamped “Sample”.
Information and Precautions Note the following important points before using this product’s wireless LAN function. Introduction Restrictions of Use Under Radio Laws and Precautions when Using Radio Transmissions • The wireless transceiver included in this product conforms to wireless regulations in the country of sale and is not for use in other countries (products purchased in the EU or EFTA can be used anywhere within the EU and EFTA).
Information and Precautions Introduction • Access to Picture Mail web pages, indicated with links in Picture Mail e-mail notification messages, is not restricted. Web pages can be viewed by anyone who may obtain Picture Mail URLs. • Nikon makes no guarantees whatsoever concerning the ability of these Services to store or safeguard images. Be sure to maintain separate back-up copies of all important images.
Parts of the Camera Shutter-release button (c 26) Power-on lamp (c 22, 114) Introduction Power switch (c 22) Built-in microphone (c 53, 63, 69) d (Picture Mail) button (c 141) A (one-touch portrait) button (c 44)/ (D-Lighting) button (c 50) Lens (c 153, 168) Antenna (c 147) Lens cover closed Built-in flash (c 30) Lens cover Self-timer lamp (c 32, 154) Wireless LAN LED (c 147) AF-assist illuminator (c 31, 37, 113, 154) Attaching the Camera Strap 1 6 2 3
Parts of the Camera Rotary multi selector: c 11 H (self-timer): c 32 I (exposure compensation): c 34 d (apply selection) button: c 11 Introduction J (flash mode): c 30 F (macro mode): c 33 Zoom buttons (c 24) See also: • t (wide): c 24 C (mode) button (c 10) • v (tele): c 24 • j (thumbnail playback): c 46 Speaker • k (playback zoom): c 48 • l (help): c 13 (c 53, 68, 71) Indicator lamp (c 69)/ Flash lamp (c 31) Eyelet for camera strap i (shooting/playback) button (c 10, 28) T (delete) button (c 28, 29
The Monitor The following indicators may appear in the monitor during shooting and playback (actual display varies with current camera settings). Introduction Shooting 5 2 21 A 20 22 qw g h ij l f gh 1 3 zA B CD p 4 L F 7 B M 8 w q 10 cdehi I+1.0 c 17 9 W 10 W 11 g 19 18 6 s 9999 16 12 WY 13 14 15 1 Shooting mode* .......................... 22, 35, 36, 44, 63 13 2 Exposure lock ............................. 43 14 Date imprint .............................
The Monitor 1 Introduction Playback 2 15/11/2007 12:00 M 3 9999.JPG w 4 19 5 18 17 16 7 w O D c 14 15 I J K P 13 12 9999 9999 6 O P 8 9 10 z 11 1 Date of recording ....................... 18 11 Movie playback indicator ............ 68 2 Time of recording....................... 18 12 D-Lighting icon........................... 50 3 Internal memory indicator .......... 28 13 Voice memo icon........................ 53 4 Battery level indicator .................
Basic Operations The i (shooting/playback) Button Introduction Press i once in shooting mode to enter full-frame playback; press again to switch back to shooting mode. Pressing the shutter-release button halfway in playback mode (c 28) will also activate shooting mode. If the camera is turned off, hold down i to turn the camera on in playback mode (c 28). The C (mode) Button Press C during shooting to display the shootingmode selection menu, or during playback to display the playback-mode selection menu.
Basic Operations The Rotary Multi Selector Introduction The rotary multi selector is made up of the rotating ring and the d button. When selecting menus or pictures, you can either press the rotating ring up, down, left, or right, or rotate it. When choosing from numerous menu items or pictures, rotating the ring is recommended for easy scrolling and faster operation. This section describes standard uses of the rotary multi selector to select modes, select menu options, and to apply selection.
Basic Operations The m Button Introduction Press m to display the menu for the selected mode. Use the rotary multi selector to navigate the menus (c 11).
Basic Operations Help Displays Press v (l) to view a description of the currently selected menu option. Introduction Image mode Set image quality and size. Exit Back • To return to the original menu, press v (l) again. • Press m to return to shooting or playback mode.
First Steps Inserting the Battery The camera uses a Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL8 (supplied). Charge the battery before first use or when the battery is running low (c 16). 1 Open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover. First Steps 1 2 2 Insert the battery. Confirm that the positive (+) and negative (–) terminals are oriented correctly as described on the label at the entrance of the battery chamber, and insert the battery.
Inserting the Battery Removing the Battery j 1 2 First Steps Turn the camera off before removing the battery. To eject the battery, open the battery-chamber/ memory card slot cover and slide the battery latch in the direction shown 1. The battery can then be removed by hand 2. • Note that the battery may become hot during use; observe due caution when removing the battery.
Charging the Battery Insert the battery and charge it with the AC Adapter EH-64 (supplied) before first use or when the battery is running low. 2 4 First Steps 3 1 1 2 Connect the power cable and AC adapter 1. Turn off the camera. If the power-on lamp (green) is lit, press the power switch to turn off the camera. You cannot charge the battery while the camera is turned on. 3 Connect the AC adapter to the camera’s multi connector 2. The multi connector should be fully inserted.
Charging the Battery 6 Charging is complete. The power-on lamp (orange) stops blinking when charging is complete. 7 Disconnect the camera and AC adapter. Disconnect the AC adapter from the camera’s multi connector. Turning On and Off the Camera First Steps Be sure to unplug the power cable from the power outlet. To turn on the camera, press the power switch. The power-on lamp (green) will light and the monitor will turn on. To turn off the camera, press the power switch again.
Setting Display Language, Date, and Time A language-selection dialog is displayed the first time the camera is turned on. 1 Press the power switch to turn on the camera. First Steps The power-on lamp will light and the monitor will turn on. 2 Use the rotary multi selector to choose the desired language and press d. For information on using the rotary multi selector, see “The Rotary Multi Selector” (c 11). 3 Choose [Yes] and press d. If [No] is selected, the date and time will not be set.
Setting Display Language, Date, and Time 5 Select your home time zone (c 109) and press d. Home time zone The date menu is displayed. 6 Edit the day ([D]) (order of the day, month, and year may differ in some areas) and press d. Date D 15 M Y 01 2007 00 7 Edit the month ([M]) and press d. 00 Date D 15 M Y 11 2007 00 8 Repeat steps 6 and 7 to edit the year ([Y]), hour, and minutes. Press d after setting each item.
Inserting Memory Cards First Steps Pictures are stored in the camera’s internal memory (approx.13 MB) or on removable Secure Digital (SD) memory cards (available separately) (c 150). If a memory card is inserted in the camera, pictures are automatically stored on the memory card and pictures recorded to the memory card can be played back, deleted, or transferred. Remove the memory card to store pictures in the internal memory, or play back, delete, or transfer pictures from the internal memory.
Inserting Memory Cards Removing Memory Cards Before removing memory cards, turn the camera off and confirm that the power-on lamp is off. Open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover and press the card in 1 to partially eject the card 2. The card can then be removed by hand. 2 Formatting Memory Cards If the message at right is displayed, the memory card must be Card is not formatted. formatted before use (c 115).
Basic Photography and Playback: Auto Mode Step 1 Turn the Camera On and Select L (Auto) Mode 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. 1 Press the power switch to turn on the camera. The power-on lamp will light and the monitor will turn on. Basic Photography and Playback: Auto Mode Proceed to step 4 when M is displayed. 2 3 Press C. Use the rotary multi selector to choose L and press d.
Step 1 Turn the Camera On and Select L (Auto) Mode Indicators Displayed in L (Auto) Mode Shooting mode M displayed in L (auto) mode Internal memory indicator Pictures will be recorded to internal memory. When memory card is inserted, M is not displayed and pictures will be recorded to memory card. M W 5 Image mode Choose from seven image-mode options depending on how you plan to use the picture. The default setting is c Normal (3,264 × 2,448).
Step 2 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 self-timer lamp. Basic Photography and Playback: Auto Mode 2 Frame the picture. Position the main subject near the center of the monitor. L M W 5 Using the Zoom Use the zoom buttons to activate optical zoom. Press t (j) to zoom out, increasing the area visible in the frame, or v (k) to zoom in so that the subject fills a larger area of the frame.
Step 2 Frame a Picture j Digital Zoom Unlike optical zoom, data from the camera’s image sensor are processed digitally with digital zoom. Details visible at maximum optical zoom are simply enlarged, producing a slightly “grainy” image. l High-sensitivity Shooting Mode In high-sensitivity shooting mode (c 35), sensitivity is increased to reduce blurring caused by camera shake or subject movement under low lighting.
Step 3 Focus and Shoot 1 Press the shutter-release button halfway. By default, the camera automatically focuses on the subject in the center focus area. When the subject is in focus, the focus area and focus indicator (p) glow green. When the camera is unable to focus, the focus area and focus indicator blink red. Change the composition and try again.
Step 3 Focus and Shoot j During Recording While pictures are being recorded, the y (wait) icon will be displayed, and the M (internal memory) or O (memory card) icon will blink. Do not turn the camera off, open the batterychamber/memory card slot cover, 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.
Step 4 Viewing and Deleting Pictures Full-Frame Playback Press i. The last picture taken will be displayed. Use the rotary multi selector G, H, I, or J to view additional pictures. Basic Photography and Playback: Auto Mode Pictures taken in “tall” orientation will be rotated automatically (c 114). The rotating direction can be changed (c 102). Pictures may be displayed briefly at low resolution while being read from the memory card or internal memory.
Step 4 Viewing and Deleting Pictures k Full-Frame Playback Mode The following options are available in full-frame playback mode. Option Playback zoom View thumbnails Use v (k) t (j) c 48 Press t (j) to display nine, 16, or 25 picture thumbnails. 46 Rotate the rotary multi selector to display the thumbnail wheel. 47 D-Lighting A Press A to enhance brightness and contrast in dark portions of pictures.
Using the Flash The flash has a range of about 0.3–6 m (1–19 ft. 8.0 in.) when the camera is zoomed out all the way. With maximum optical zoom applied, the range is about 0.3–4 m (1–13 ft.1.5 in.) (when [ISO sensitivity] is set to [Auto]). The following flash modes are available. z Auto (default setting for L (auto) mode) Flash fires automatically when lighting is poor. A Auto with red-eye reduction Reduces “red-eye” in portraits (c 31).
Using the Flash j Shooting When Lighting Is Poor and the Flash Is Disabled (B) • Use of a tripod is recommended to stabilize the camera during shooting and avoid the effects of camera shake. Turn vibration reduction (c 113) off when using a tripod. • The W icon is displayed when the camera automatically increases sensitivity. Pictures taken when W is displayed may be slightly mottled.
Taking Pictures with the Self-Timer The camera is equipped with a ten-second and three-second timer for selfportraits. When using the self-timer, use of a tripod is recommended. Turn vibration reduction (c 113) off when using a tripod. 1 Press H (self-timer). The self-timer menu is displayed. Basic Photography and Playback: Auto Mode 2 Use the rotary multi selector to choose [10s] or [3s] and press d.
Macro (Close-up) Mode Macro 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 entire subject at distances of less than 30 cm (11.8 in.). 1 Press L (macro mode). The macro mode menu is displayed. Use the rotary multi selector to choose [ON] and press d. The macro mode icon (F) is displayed. The monitor will return to the normal display for the current mode if the setting is not applied by pressing d within a few seconds.
Exposure Compensation Exposure compensation is used to alter exposure from the value suggested by the camera to make pictures brighter or darker. 1 Basic Photography and Playback: Auto Mode 34 2 Press the rotary multi selector I (exposure compensation). Use the rotary multi selector to adjust exposure. • When the picture is too dark: adjust the exposure compensation to “+” side. • When the picture is too bright: adjust the exposure compensation to “–” side.
Shooting Suited for the Scene - High-sensitivity Shooting Mode, Scene Mode High-sensitivity Shooting Mode In high-sensitivity shooting mode, sensitivity is increased with shooting under low lighting to reduce blurring caused by camera shake or subject movement, allowing you to capture the atmosphere of the scene. ISO sensitivity will be automatically increased to a maximum of 1600 depending upon the brightness of the subject. 1 Frame the subject and take the picture.
Scene Modes The camera offers a choice of 15 “scene” options. Camera settings are automatically optimized for the selected subject type.
Scene Modes Features B Portrait Use this mode for portraits in which the main subject stands out clearly. Portrait subjects exhibit smooth, natural-looking skin tones. • Camera focuses on subject in center of frame. • Digital zoom cannot be applied. C A* H Off* F Off I 0.0* u Auto* 0.0* u Off 0.0* u Off * Other settings can be selected. Use this mode for vivid landscapes and cityscapes. • Camera focuses at infinity.
Scene Modes Q D Night portrait Use this mode to achieve a natural balance between the main subject and background lighting in portraits taken at night. • Camera focuses on subject in center of frame. • Digital zoom cannot be applied. C 1 2 Shooting Suited for the Scene - High-sensitivity Shooting Mode, Scene Mode 38 A1 H Off2 F Off I 0.02 u Auto2 0.02 u Auto2 Fill flash with slow sync and red-eye reduction. Other settings can be selected.
Scene Modes Q I Sunset Preserves the deep hues seen in sunsets and sunrises. • Camera focuses at infinity. When the shutter-release button is pressed halfway, the focus indicator (c 26) always lights; however, focus may not be set for near subjects, while the camera focuses at infinity. C B H Off* F Off I 0.0* u Off 0.0* u Off 0.0* u Off * Other settings can be selected. Q J Dusk/dawn C B H Off* F Off I * Other settings can be selected.
Scene Modes M Close up Shooting Suited for the Scene - High-sensitivity Shooting Mode, Scene Mode 40 Photograph flowers, insects, and other small objects at close range. • The camera enters macro mode (c 33) and the camera automatically zooms to the position at the closest distance at which the camera can focus. The camera can focus at distances as close as 4 cm (1.6 in.) when F is green. The closest distance at which the camera can focus varies depending upon zoom position.
Scene Modes Q K Fireworks show Slow shutter speeds are used to capture the expanding burst of light from a firework. • Camera focuses at infinity. When the shutter-release button is pressed halfway, the focus indicator (c 26) always lights; however, focus may not be set for near subjects, while the camera focuses at infinity. C B H Off F Off I 0.0 u Off 0.0* u Auto* 0.0* u Auto* O Copy C B* H Off* F Off* I * Other settings can be selected.
Scene Modes F Panorama assist Use when taking a series of pictures that will later be joined to form a single panorama using Panorama Maker. C Shooting Suited for the Scene - High-sensitivity Shooting Mode, Scene Mode 42 B* H Off* F Off* I 0.0* u Auto* * Other settings can be selected. Taking Pictures for a Panorama The camera focuses on the subject in the center of the frame. Use a tripod for best results. Turn vibration reduction (c 113) off when using a tripod.
Scene Modes 4 Take the second picture. Compose the next picture so that it overlaps the first picture. F G B M Repeat until you have taken the necessary number of pictures to complete the scene. 4 5 Press d when shooting is completed. The camera returns to step 2. F G B M j Panorama Assist Flash mode (c 30), self-timer (c 32), macro mode (c 33), and exposure compensation (c 34) settings cannot be adjusted after the first picture is taken.
One-Touch Portrait Mode Taking Pictures in the One-Touch Portrait Mode For portrait shots, press A when the camera is in L (auto) mode, highsensitivity shooting mode, scene mode, and movie mode. The following features are automatically activated: • Portrait: The portrait subject stands out clearly. • Face-priority AF: The camera automatically detects and focuses on faces. • Advanced red-eye reduction: Reduces “red-eye” caused by the flash (c 31). Macro mode is not available in one-touch portrait mode.
The One-Touch Portrait Menu Press m in one-touch portrait mode to display the one-touch portrait menu. In addition to image mode, portrait effects (reducing vividness of skin tones, softening overall image) can be set. Z Image mode Choose an image size and quality (c 89). B Portrait effect Choose from [Normal], [Brighter] (reduces vividness of skin tones), and [Softer] (soft effect).
More on Playback Viewing Multiple Pictures: Thumbnail Playback Press t (j) in full-frame playback (c 28) to display pictures in “contact sheets” of thumbnail images. The following operations can be performed while thumbnails are displayed. To Use Use the rotary multi selector to choose pictures. Change number of pictures displayed When t (j) is pressed, display picture thumbnails in the following order: 9 → 16 → 25 When v (k) is pressed, the number of thumbnails changes reversely.
Viewing Multiple Pictures: Thumbnail Wheel Playback Rotate the rotary multi selector in full-frame playback (c 28) to display the thumbnail wheel. The thumbnail wheel is displayed at the right of the monitor. When a thumbnail is selected, the thumbnail is displayed at the left of the monitor. The following operations can be performed while thumbnail wheel is displayed.
Taking a Closer Look: Playback Zoom Pressing v (k) during full-frame playback (c 28) zooms the current picture in 3×, with the center of the picture displayed in the monitor (Quick Playback Zoom). The guide at lower right shows which portion of the picture is enlarged. Change the portion of the picture displayed by pressing the rotary multi selector G, H, I, or J. Use the zoom buttons with quick playback zoom to enlarge pictures to the desired magnification ratio.
Editing Pictures Use the COOLPIX S51c to edit pictures in-camera and store them as separate files (c 151). The editing features described below are available. Editing function Description D-Lighting Create a copy of the current picture with enhanced brightness and contrast, brightening dark portions of the picture. Crop Enlarge the image or refine the composition and create a copy containing only the portion visible in the monitor.
Editing Pictures Enhancing Brightness and Contrast: D-Lighting D-Lighting can be used to create copies with enhanced brightness and contrast, brightening dark portions of a picture. Enhanced copies are stored as separate files. 1 Select the desired picture from fullframe (c 28), thumbnail (c 46), or thumbnail wheel (c 47) playback and press A. The results of D-Lighting enhancement can be confirmed in the monitor. 2 Use the rotary multi selector to choose [OK] and press d.
Editing Pictures Creating a Cropped Copy: Crop This function is only available when D is displayed in the monitor with playback zoom (c 48) enabled. Cropped copies are stored as separate files. 1 Press v (k) to zoom in on the image. 2 Refine copy composition. X4.0 Press v or t to adjust the zoom ratio. Press the rotary multi selector G, H, I, or J to scroll the picture until only the portion you want to copy is visible in the monitor. Press m.
Editing Pictures H Resizing Pictures: Small Picture Create a small copy of the current picture. Small copies are stored as JPEG files with a compression ratio of 1:16. The following sizes are available. Option I 640×480 J 320×240 K 160×120 1 Description Suited to television playback. Suited to display on web pages. Suitable for e-mail attachments. Select the desired picture from fullframe (c 28), thumbnail (c 46), or thumbnail wheel (c 47) playback mode and press m. The playback menu is displayed.
Voice Memos: Recording and Playback Use the camera’s built-in microphone to record voice memos for pictures marked with E in fullframe playback (c 28). 15/11/2007 15:30 M 0004.JPG 4 O 4 Recording Voice Memos A voice memo, up to 20 seconds in F length, will be recorded while d is pressed down. Recording ends after about 20 seconds or when d is released. • Do not touch the built-in microphone during recording. • During recording, F and P blink in the monitor display.
Viewing Pictures by Date In calendar mode or list by date mode, pictures taken on a specified date can be displayed. When m is pressed, the calendar menu or the list by date menu is displayed, and all pictures taken on a specified date can be selected for deletion, printing, and protection. Selecting a Date in Calendar Mode 1 2 Enter calendar mode by pressing C in playback mode, selecting J (use the rotary multi selector), and then pressing d. Calendar Choose the desired date and press d.
Viewing Pictures by Date Selecting a Date in List by Date Mode 1 Enter list by date mode by pressing C in playback mode, selecting L (use the rotary multi selector), and then pressing d. List by date Dates for which pictures exist will be listed. 2 Choose the desired date and press d. Camera lists up to 29 dates. If pictures exist for more than 29 dates, all pictures recorded earlier than most recent 29 dates will be listed together as [Others].
Viewing Pictures by Date Using Calendar Mode and List by Date Mode To More on Playback Description c Select date Use the rotary multi selector to select a date. – Select month (calendar mode only) Press t (j) to view previous month, press v (k) to view following month. – Switch to fullframe playback d Press d to display the first picture taken on the selected date. Press t (j) in full-frame playback to return to the calendar or list by date mode selected before viewing in full-frame playback.
Viewing Pictures by Date Calendar and List by Date Menus Press m in either mode to display the following menus for only the pictures taken on the specified date.
Pictmotion by muvee Pictmotion* creates slide show movies with custom transitions and background music. It is only available when a memory card is inserted in the camera. * Pictmotion is powered by muvee Technologies. Creating a Pictmotion Movie This section describes the easiest way to create a Pictmotion movie. 1 Enter Pictmotion mode by pressing C in playback mode, selecting P (use the rotary multi selector), and then pressing d. More on Playback 2 Choose M and press d.
Pictmotion by muvee Creating a Custom Pictmotion Movie 1 Use the rotary multi selector to choose [View images] in the picture selection screen (c 58, step 3) and press d. The check box is selected (y). 2 Picture selection All images List by date View images Choose [All images] or [List by date] and press d. [All images]: Proceed to step 4 [List by date]: Proceed to step 3 3 Select a date. • Press d to select a date in the list by date screen (y). Press d again to cancel the selection.
Pictmotion by muvee j Notes on Pictmotion • Pictmotion supports both still pictures and movie files (up to five); note, however, that in the case of movies only a small portion selected from the first 60 seconds of each movie will be included. • The current memory card holds up to 20 Pictmotion movies. If the current memory card holds 20 Pictmotion movies, delete unnecessary movies before creating new movies.
Pictmotion by muvee 2 Effects Rotate the rotary multi selector to display [Effects] and press the rotary multi selector J. Choose from [Motion] (default setting), [Moody], [Pro-slow], [Pro-fast], and [Classic]. • Press v (k) to preview selected style on the left side of the monitor. Effects High-speed Motion Random Fit to music length Auto select 30 Exit 3 Playback Order Rotate the rotary multi selector to display [Playback order], and press the rotary multi selector J.
Pictmotion by muvee Viewing Pictmotion Movies 1 2 Enter Pictmotion playback mode by pressing C in playback mode, selecting P (use the rotary multi selector), and then pressing d. Pictmotion by muvee Use the rotary multi selector to choose the desired Pictmotion movie and press d. Play 3 Choose [Play] and press d. Pictmotion More on Playback Playback starts. If [Loop] is selected, the movie will repeat automatically. To select or deselect [Loop], choose [Loop] and press d.
Movies Recording Movies To shoot movies with sound recorded via the built-in microphone, select shooting mode and follow the steps below. 1 Enter movie mode by pressing C in shooting mode, selecting S (use the rotary multi selector), and then pressing d. Movie Exposure count display shows maximum total length of movie that can be recorded. 2 Press the shutter-release button all the way down to start recording. A progress bar at the bottom of the monitor shows the amount of recording time remaining.
The Movie Menu Press m in movie mode to display the movie menu. T Movie options c 65 Choose type of movie that will be recorded. Y Auto-focus mode Choose how camera focuses in movie mode.
The Movie Menu Selecting Movie Options The movie menu offers the options shown below. Maximum movie length/ frames* Option Image size and frame rate Internal memory (approx.13 MB) Memory card (256 MB) Image size: 640 × 480 pixels Q TV movie 640A Frame rate: 30 frames per second 8 sec. 2 min. 50 sec. Recording automatically stops after 60 seconds. Suited for Pictmotion movies (c 58). Image size: 640 × 480 pixels Frame rate: 10 frames per second 16 sec. 1 min.
The Movie Menu Stop-Motion Movies 1 2 Use the rotary multi selector to choose [Movie options] > [Stop-motion movie] and press d. Choose [Playback speed] and press d. Movie options Q TV movie 640 W Pictmotion 640 u Small size 320 U Smaller size 160 Stop-motion movie Exit Playback speed 5 fps 10 fps 15 fps Exit 3 Press m. The camera returns to shooting mode. 4 Press the shutter-release button to record the first frame.
The Movie Menu Auto-Focus Mode Choose how the camera focuses in movie mode. Option Description Z Single AF (default setting) Camera focuses when shutter-release button is pressed halfway and locks at this position during shooting. a Full-time AF Camera focuses continuously until focus is acquired and locked. To prevent sound of camera focusing from interfering with recording, use of [Single AF] is recommended.
Movie Playback In full-frame playback (c 28), movies are recognized by movie mode icons. To play a movie, display it in full-frame playback and press d. The movie mode icon varies depending upon a movie option (c 65) selected in shooting mode. 15/11/2007 15:30 M 0010.AVI z Use the zoom buttons to adjust playback volume. Press t (j) to lower volume, or v (k) to raise volume. Rotate the rotary multi selector to advance or rewind the movie. Playback controls appear at the top of the monitor.
Voice Recordings Making Voice Recordings Audio voice recordings can be recorded over the built-in microphone and played back over the built-in speaker. 1 Enter voice recording mode by pressing C in shooting mode, selecting e (use the rotary multi selector), and then pressing d. Voice recording The length of recording that can be made will be displayed. Voice recording 0 0 1 1 5 / 11 / 2 0 0 7 1 7 : 3 0 N Max. rec.
Making Voice Recordings Operations During Recording The following operations are available during recording. If the monitor has turned off, press i to reactivate. To Press Pause/resume recording d Description Press once to pause recording; indicator lamp will blink. Create index During recording, press the rotary multi selector to create index. Camera can skip to any index during playback.
Playing Voice Recordings 1 2 Enter audio playback mode by pressing C in playback mode, selecting q (use the rotary multi selector), and then pressing d. Audio playback Choose the desired file and press d. The selected file will be played back.
Playing Voice Recordings Operations During Playback Use the zoom buttons to adjust playback volume. Press t (j) to lower volume, or v (k) to raise volume. Rotate the rotary multi selector to advance or rewind the voice recording. Playback controls appear at the top of the monitor. Press the rotary multi selector I or J to choose a control, then press d to perform the selected operation. The following operations are available. To Press Rewind Q Advance U Advance voice recording.
Copying Voice Recordings Copy voice recordings between the internal memory and a memory card. This option is available only when a memory card is inserted. 1 2 Press m in the select sound file screen (c 71, step 2). Use the rotary multi selector to choose the option and press d. q Copy sound files MNO: Copy recordings from internal memory to memory card ONM: Copy recordings from memory card to internal memory 3 Choose the copy option and press d.
Connecting to Televisions, Computers, and Printers Connecting to a TV Connect the camera to a television using the supplied audio video/USB cable to play back pictures on the television. 1 Connecting to Televisions, Computers, and Printers 2 Turn off the camera. Connect the camera to the TV using the supplied audio video/ USB cable. Connect the yellow plug to the video-in jack on the TV, and the white plug to the audio-in jack. Yellow White 3 Tune the television to the video channel.
Connecting to a Computer When the camera is connected to a computer using the supplied audio video/USB cable, pictures recorded with the camera can be copied (transferred) to the computer for storage using the Nikon Transfer software.
Connecting to a Computer Transferring Pictures from the Camera to a Computer Connecting to Televisions, Computers, and Printers 1 2 3 4 Start the computer to which Nikon Transfer has been installed. Turn off the camera. Connect the camera to the computer using the supplied audio video/USB cable. Turn on the camera.
Connecting to a Computer 5 Transfer pictures when Nikon Transfer has finished loading. Click [Start Transfer] in Nikon Transfer. At the default setting, all pictures are transferred to the computer. For more information on using Nikon Transfer, refer to help information contained in Nikon Transfer. 6 Disconnect the camera when transfer is complete. Turn the camera off and disconnect the audio video/USB cable.
Connecting to a Computer l Using Standard OS Operations to Open Image/Sound Files • Navigate to the folder on the computer’s hard disk to which pictures were saved and open a picture in the viewer supplied with your operating system. • Sound files copied to the computer can be played back using QuickTime or any other WAVcompatible audio player.
Connecting to a Printer Users of PictBridge-compatible (c 172) printers can connect the camera directly to the printer and print pictures without using a computer. Take pictures Connect to printer (c 80) Print pictures one at a time (c 81) Print multiple pictures (c 82) Turn camera off and disconnect audio video/USB cable j Connecting to Televisions, Computers, and Printers Select pictures for printing using [Print set] option (c 85).
Connecting to a Printer Connecting the Camera and Printer Connecting to Televisions, Computers, and Printers 1 Turn off the camera. 2 Turn on the printer. Check printer settings. 3 4 Connect the camera to the printer using the supplied audio video/USB cable. Turn on the camera. When connected correctly, the PictBridge start-up screen 1 will be displayed in the camera monitor. Then the print selection screen will be displayed 2. 1 2 Print selection 15/11 2007 NO.
Connecting to a Printer Printing Pictures One at a Time After connecting the camera to the printer correctly (c 80), print pictures by following the procedure below. 1 Use the rotary multi selector to choose the desired picture and press d. Print selection Press t (j) to switch to thumbnail display. Press v (k) to switch back to full-frame playback. 2 Choose [Copies] and press d. NO. 1 [ 57] w PictBridge Start print Copies Paper size Exit 3 Choose the number of copies (up to nine) and press d.
Connecting to a Printer 6 Choose [Start print] and press d. PictBridge Start print Copies Paper size Exit Connecting to Televisions, Computers, and Printers 7 Printing starts. Iv Monitor display returns to that shown in step 1 when printing is complete. Printing 002/004 To cancel before all copies have been printed, press d.
Connecting to a Printer 3 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. Choose [Print selection], [Print all images] or [DPOF printing] and press d. Print menu Print selection Print all images DPOF printing Paper size Exit Print selection Choose the pictures and number of copies Print selection 10 (up to nine) of each.
Connecting to a Printer DPOF printing Print pictures for which a print order has been created in [Print set] (c 85). The menu shown at right will be displayed. To print, choose [Start print] and press d. Choose [Cancel] and press d to return to the print menu. Connecting to Televisions, Computers, and Printers To view the current print order, choose [View images] and press d. To print pictures, press d again. Start print View images Cancel Exit View images 10 Back 5 Printing starts.
Creating a DPOF Print Order: Print Set 1 Press m in playback mode. The playback menu is displayed. 2 Use the rotary multi selector to choose [Print set] and press d. The print set menu is displayed. 3 Choose [Print selected] and press d.
Creating a DPOF Print Order: Print Set 5 Choose whether or not to also print shooting date and photo information. Print set Done [Date]: Print date of recording on all pictures in the print order. Date Info Connecting to Televisions, Computers, and Printers [Info]: Print shutter speed and aperture on all pictures in the print order. Note that this information is not printed with direct connection to a printer. Exit [Done]:Complete the print order and exit.
Connecting to a ImageLink-compatible Printer See documentation provided with your printer for information on operating the printer. 1 3 Turn the camera off and attach it to the dock insert. Print pictures. Follow the procedures described in the printer manual. Connecting to Televisions, Computers, and Printers 2 Attach the Dock Insert PV-12 (supplied) to the printer. Removing the Dock Insert Place your thumbs where indicated, press, and lift.
Shooting, Playback, and Setup Menus Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu The shooting menu and high-sensitivity menu contain the following options. Z Image mode1 c 89 Choose image size and quality. d White balance1 c 91 Match white balance to the light source. q Continuous1 c 93 Take pictures one at a time or in a sequence. A BSS1 c 94 Use the “best shot selector” to choose the sharpest picture. W ISO sensitivity2 c 95 Control camera’s sensitivity to light.
Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu Displaying the Shooting Menu and High-sensitivity Menu Enter L (auto) or high-sensitivity shooting mode by pressing C in shooting mode, selecting L (auto) or K (high-sensitivity), and then pressing d. Press m to display the shooting menu or high-sensitivity menu. Shooting menu Image mode White balance Continuous BSS ISO sensitivity Exit Shooting • Use the rotary multi selector (c 11) to choose and apply settings.
Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu k Image Mode and the 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, together with the size of still pictures. Note that the number of pictures that can be stored will differ depending on the composition of the picture (due to JPEG compression). In addition, this number may differ depending on the make of memory card, even if the capacity for the memory card is the same.
Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu d White Balance The color of light reflected from an object varies with the color of the light source. The human brain is able to adapt to changes in the color of the light source, with the result that white objects appear white whether seen in the shade, direct sunlight, or under incandescent lighting. Digital cameras can mimic this adjustment by processing images according to the color of the light source. This is known as “white balance.
Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu Preset Manual Preset manual 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 a white or gray reference object under the lighting that will be used during shooting. Use the rotary multi selector to choose [f Preset manual] in the white balance menu, and press d. The camera zooms in.
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. Focus, exposure, and white balance are fixed at the values for the first picture in each series. r Single (default setting) One shot is taken each time shutter-release button is pressed. q Continuous While the shutter-release button is held down, pictures are taken at rate of about 0.
Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu A Best Shot Selector (BSS) The “best shot selector” is convenient for shooting in situations where inadvertent camera movement can result in blurred pictures. At [On] setting, the flash automatically turns off and focus, exposure, and white balance for all pictures are determined by the first picture in each series. A On Recommended for taking pictures in poorly lit places, or in other situations where camera shake may occur.
Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu W ISO Sensitivity Sensitivity is a measure of how quickly the camera reacts to light. The higher the sensitivity, the less light needed to make an exposure. Although a high ISO rating is suited for taking pictures of subjects in action or in poor lighting, high sensitivity is often associated with “noise” -randomly spaced, brightly colored pixels concentrated in dark parts of the image.
Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu k AF Area Mode Use this option to determine where the camera focuses. l Auto Camera automatically selects the focus area (one of five) containing the subject closest to the camera. The selected focus area is displayed when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway. L M W 5 Focus areas m Shooting, Playback, and Setup Menus 96 Manual Press the rotary multi selector G, H, I, or J to select from 99 focus areas in the frame.
Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu Restrictions on Camera Settings Restrictions apply to the following settings in L (auto) mode. Flash mode Flash turns off at [Continuous] settings of [Continuous] or [Multi-shot 16], 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 playback menu contains the following options. w Print set c 85 Select pictures to print and the number of copies for each. z Slide show c 100 View pictures stored in the internal memory or on a memory card in an automatic slide show. A Delete c 101 Delete all or selected pictures. Protect c 101 Protect selected pictures from accidental deletion. G Rotate image c 102 Shooting, Playback, and Setup Menus Change the orientation of an existing picture.
Playback Options: The Playback Menu Selecting Multiple Pictures When following the steps below to select multiple pictures for a print set (c 85), deletion (c 101), protection from deletion (c 101), rotate (c 102), copying between internal memory and the memory card (c 102), or for the welcome screen (c 106), the screen shown at right is displayed. Follow the procedure described below to select multiple pictures. 1 Protect Back Use the rotary multi selector to choose the desired picture.
Playback Options: The Playback Menu z Slide Show Play back pictures stored in the internal memory or on a memory card in an automated “slide show”. 1 Display the slide show menu; use the rotary multi selector to choose [Start] and press d. To change the interval between pictures, choose [Frame intvl], select the desired interval time, and press d before choosing [Start].
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. Erase selected images Delete selected pictures (c 99). Erase all images No Yes Exit k Notes on Deletion • Once deleted, pictures cannot be recovered. Transfer important images to a computer before deletion.
Playback Options: The Playback Menu G Rotate Image Record picture orientation information for playback display. Pictures can be rotated 90° clockwise or counterclockwise. Choose a file to be rotated in the picture selection screen (c 99) and select the direction to rotate the chosen picture. Rotate the rotary multi selector clockwise (or press J) or counterclockwise (or press I) in the rotate image screen.
Playback Options: The Playback Menu j Notes on Copying Pictures • If there is not enough space in the memory or on the memory card to receive the copy, an error message will be displayed. Delete unwanted pictures or insert a new memory card (if using a memory card) before trying again. • The file format of images that can be copied is JPEG, AVI, or WAV. • Pictures taken with another make of camera or that have been modified on a computer cannot be copied. k [Memory contains no images.
Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu The setup menu contains the following options. R Menus c 105 Choose how menus are displayed. V Welcome screen c 106 Select screen displayed when camera is turned on. W Date c 107 Set camera clock and choose home and destination time zones. Z Monitor settings c 110 Adjust monitor brightness and choose display style. f Date imprint c 111 Imprint date or date counter on pictures.
Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu Displaying the Setup Menu First, display the playback-mode or shooting-mode selection menu by pressing C. Then select Z (use the rotary multi selector), press d. Set up Set up Menus Welcome screen Date Monitor settings Date imprint H • Use the rotary multi selector to choose and apply settings. (c 11) • To exit the setup menu, press C.
Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu V Welcome Screen You can select the welcome screen to be displayed when the camera is turned on. Disable welcome (default setting) A welcome screen is not displayed when the camera is turned on. The camera will be ready for shooting as soon as it is turned on. COOLPIX Displays a welcome screen when the camera is turned on. Select an image Shooting, Playback, and Setup Menus Select a picture in the internal memory or on the memory card for the welcome screen.
Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu W Date Set the camera clock and choose home and travel destination time zones. Date Set camera clock to current date and time. See “Setting Display Language, Date, and Time” (c 18-19) for more information. Time zone X (home time zone) can be specified and daylight saving enabled or disabled from [Time zone] options. When Y (destination time zone) is selected, the time difference (c 109) is automatically calculated and the date and time in the selected region are recorded.
Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu 4 Choose the travel destination time zone and press d. New city time zone The setting is enabled. While the travel destination time zone is selected, the Y icon will be displayed in the monitor when the camera is in shooting mode.
Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu k Time Zones (c 18) The camera supports the time zones listed below. For time differences not listed below, set the camera clock to local time (c 18, 107).
Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu Z Monitor Settings Choose whether or not to display information in the monitor, and set the monitor brightness. Photo info Choose information displayed in monitor during shooting and playback mode. Brightness Choose from five settings for monitor brightness. Photo Info The following display options are available. See “The Monitor” (c 8) for information on indicators in the monitor. Shooting mode L M Shooting, Playback, and Setup Menus 15/11/2007 15:30 M 0004.
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 172). Off (default setting) Date and time are not imprinted on pictures. Date Date is imprinted on the bottom right corner of pictures taken while this option is in effect. Date and time Date and time are 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. f Date counter 5 2 0 / 11 / 2 0 0 7 Number of days Press d to display the stored dates option. Press d to display the display option.
Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu b Vibration Reduction 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. Vibration reduction can be used in all shooting modes. When [Off] is selected, an icon for the current setting is not displayed in the monitor (c 8). On (default setting) Off Vibration reduction is not enabled.
Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu h Sound Settings Adjust the following sound settings. Button sound When [On] (default setting) is selected, beep will sound once when operations are completed successfully, twice when the camera acquires focus on the subject, and three times when error is detected. Shutter sound Turn shutter sound on or off. The default setting is [On].
Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu M Format Memory/O Format Card Use this option to format the internal memory or a 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.
Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu j Language Choose one of 23 languages for display of camera menus and messages. Shooting, Playback, and Setup Menus 116 Czech Polish Danish Portuguese German Russian (default setting) Finnish Spanish Swedish Greek Turkish French Simplified Chinese Indonesian Traditional Chinese Italian Japanese Hungarian Korean Dutch Thai Norwegian k Video Mode Choose from [NTSC] and [PAL].
Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu n Reset All This option restores the following settings to their default values. Reset all Reset all settings to default values No Reset Pop-up menu Option Flash mode (c 30) Default value Auto Self-timer (c 32) Off Macro mode (c 33) Off Exposure compensation (c 34) 0.
Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu Shooting menu Option Image mode (c 89) Default value 8 M Normal (3264) White balance (c 91) Auto Continuous (c 93) Single BSS (c 94) Off ISO sensitivity (c 95) Auto Color options (c 95) Standard color AF area mode (c 96) Center Setup menu Option Shooting, Playback, and Setup Menus Menus (c 105) Welcome screen (c 106) Photo info (c 110) Brightness (c 110) Date imprint (c 111) Vibration reduction (c 113) AF assist (c 113) Button sound (c 114) Shutter sound (c
Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu Others Option Default value Sound quality (c 70) High Paper size (c 81, 82) Default Slide show (c 100) 3s • Choosing [Reset all] also clears the current file number (c 151) from the memory. Numbering will continue from the lowest number available. To reset file numbering to “0001”, delete all pictures (c 101) before selecting [Reset all].
Wireless Services Picture Mail/Picture Bank This section introduces the services, Picture Mail and Picture Bank, using the COOLPIX S51c’s wireless features that allow users to take advantage of the my Picturetown server on the Internet. The COOLPIX S51c is equipped with a wireless LAN function that allows direct picture upload from the camera to the my Picturetown server. The camera’s wireless LAN function allows direct connection to the Internet using a wireless LAN access point at home.
Picture Mail/Picture Bank l Home Wireless LAN • Home wireless LAN refers to wireless LAN environment used at home. my Picturetown is available in infrastructure mode, which supports connection to the Internet via an access point. my Picturetown is not available if the home wireless LAN uses a proxy server to connect to the Internet.
Using Wireless Services Follow the service requirements and the configuration and operation instructions for the selected service. Services Preparation Server Picture Mail E-mail notification of picture upload, along with the URL for the webpage, will be sent to the specified recipients. Recipients can click the URL provided in the e-mail notification to display the webpage containing thumbnail images of uploaded pictures.
Using Wireless Services Network requirements Configuration Operation Sending Picture Mail (c 141) Choosing the Desired SSID and Uploading Pictures (c 146) • Configuring a network profiles with a computer (c 139) Using Picture Bank (c 143) Registering User Information with my Picturetown to View Uploaded Pictures (c 148) Wireless Services A home wireless LAN access point (infrastructure mode) that supports connection to the Internet.
Wireless LAN Settings for the Camera To take advantage of my Picturetown using the wireless features, network settings including a network profile and sender information, must be configured for the wireless LAN. Refer to the information below for assistance in configuring settings using the [Wireless settings] option in the camera’s setup menu or the Utility on a computer.
Wireless LAN Settings for the Camera Encryption key Enter the encryption key, provided by the network administrator, for the selected authentication method. This is not necessary when [Authentication] is set to [Open system] and [Encryption] is set to [None]. Key index When [Encryption] is set to [WEP], select the same key index used by the access point (unnecessary when [Encryption] is set to [None], [TKIP], or [AES]). The default setting is [1]. Use the Utility to specify a setting other than [1].
Configuring Wireless LAN Settings from the Camera Configure necessary information for wireless LAN connection using the camera. This information can also be configured with the camera using a computer and the Utility (c 136). Configuring a Network Profile Configuration Overview This section provides a brief overview of network profile configuration. See “Configuring a Network Profile” (c 128) for details.
Configuring Wireless LAN Settings from the Camera Entering Text with the Camera Text for information such as aliases, e-mail addresses, and WEP keys can be entered using the camera. • Press d to change the type of character entered in the following order: uppercase letters → 10 64 Email lowercase letters → numbers → symbols → uppercase letters, and so on.
Configuring Wireless LAN Settings from the Camera Configuring a Network Profile This section explains the steps introduced in “Configuration Overview” (c 126) in detail. 1 Choose [Network profile] from the [Wireless settings] option in the camera’s setup menu. Press d to apply selection. If a password has been applied (c 134), enter the password and press the shutter-release button. For information on entering text, see “Entering Text with the Camera” (c 127). The camera will search for available SSIDs.
Configuring Wireless LAN Settings from the Camera 3 Choose [Home wireless LAN] for the network type and press d. Set up and use of public wireless LANs with the COOLPIX S51c is not available in all countries. For more information on countries where public wireless LAN connection is available, see “Public Wireless LAN” (c 140). 4 Choose the desired authentication method and press d. When [Open system] is selected, choose the encryption method for the open system authentication method and press d.
Configuring Wireless LAN Settings from the Camera 6 Choose the desired method for specifying the camera’s IP address and press d. Configuration Auto Manual When [Configuration] is set to [Auto], camera’s IP address will be specified automatically. When [Configuration] is set to [Manual], configure the [IP address], [Subnet mask], [Gateway], [Primary DNS], and [Secondary DNS] settings in order, pressing the shutter-release button to apply each setting.
Configuring Wireless LAN Settings from the Camera Configuring the Sender with the Camera Enter your alias and e-mail address as sender information. Sender information is used to register and confirm user information with the server, as well as for Picture Mail e-mail notification. 1 Select [Sender] from the [Wireless settings] option in the camera’s setup menu and press d. If a password has been applied (c 134), enter the password and press the shutter-release button.
Configuring Wireless LAN Settings from the Camera Specifying a Picture Mail Recipient Follow the instructions below to specify a recipient (alias and e-mail address) for Picture Mail e-mail notification. 1 Select [Address options] from the [Wireless settings] option in the camera’s setup menu and press d. If a password has been applied (c 134), enter the password and press the shutter-release button. For information on entering text, see “Entering Text with the Camera” (c 127).
Configuring Wireless LAN Settings from the Camera Creating a Recipient Group Recipients can be grouped for specification of multiple recipients as a single Picture Mail recipient. This is useful when sending multiple Picture Mails to the same recipients. 1 Select [Address options] from the [Wireless settings] option in the camera’s setup menu and press d. If a password has been applied (c 134), enter the password and press the shutter-release button.
Configuring Wireless LAN Settings from the Camera k Creating and Editing Groups Recipient groups can only be created or edited using the [Wireless settings] option in the camera’s setup menu. The Utility cannot be used to create or edit groups. k Mobile Telephones Compatible with Picture Mail The use of mobile telephone e-mail addresses for Picture Mail is only possible in Japan and the United States, and is supported only for mobile telephones with the following specifications.
Configuring Wireless LAN Settings from the Camera 3 Specify a password or edit the current password. If a password has not been applied, enter a password in the new password screen and press the shutterrelease button. The password should consist of four numbers. To edit the password, enter the current password in the current password screen and press the shutterrelease button. When the new password screen is displayed, enter a new password and press the shutter-release button.
Configuring Wireless LAN Settings from a Computer Settings configured using the camera’s setup menu can also be configured using a computer and the Utility. 1 [Add Network Profiles] 2 [Edit/Delete Network Profiles] 3 [Change password] 4 [Reset camera] 5 [Edit address book] Wireless Services 1 Configure wireless LAN settings information with the camera. 2 Edit or delete network profiles stored in the camera. 3 Edit or delete the password applied with the camera.
Configuring Wireless LAN Settings from a Computer Installing the Utility 1 Turn the computer on and insert the Software Suite CD into the CD-ROM drive. Windows: Choose [Run Welcome.exe] in the AutoPlay dialog to start the install program. If your computer is running Windows XP, the install program will start. Proceed to step 3. Macintosh: Double-click the [Software Suite] CD icon on the desktop and then double-click the [Welcome] icon.
Configuring Wireless LAN Settings from a Computer 5 Select [my Picturetown] (y) and click [Install]. The my Picturetown Utility installer will start. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation. If the language selection dialog is displayed, select a language and click [Next]. 6 Finish the installation. Click [Finish] (Windows) or [Quit] (Macintosh) and follow the on-screen instructions to exit the install program. 7 Remove the Software Suite CD from the CD-ROM drive.
Configuring Wireless LAN Settings from a Computer Connecting the Camera to the Computer 1 Confirm that the battery is fully charged and turn off the camera. If the battery is exhausted while configuring a profile, settings will not be entered correctly. 2 Connect the camera to the computer with the supplied audio video/USB cable. The computer must be equipped with a built-in USB port. 3 Turn on the camera. Exit Nikon Transfer if it started automatically. 4 Start the Utility.
Configuring Wireless LAN Settings from a Computer 5 Choose the desired action and click [Next]. Follow the on-screen instructions to configure settings. If a dialog contains a [Help] button, click the button to display further instructions. Click [Cancel] to cancel configuration. 6 Configuration completed. Choose [Finish wizard] and click [Next]. 7 Disconnect the camera from the computer. Turn the camera off before disconnecting the audio video/USB cable.
Sending Picture Mail Select pictures and specify recipients, and send Picture Mail. When a wireless LAN access point is unavailable, Picture Mail can be queued and sent at a later time. 1 Press d in shooting or playback mode. If a password has been applied (c 134), enter the password and press the shutter-release button. If the sender information (alias and e-mail address) is not configured with the camera, enter the sender information (c 127).
Sending Picture Mail 5 Choose whether to upload pictures immediately. Choose [Yes] and press d to upload all the queued pictures. Check to ensure a wireless LAN access point is available. Proceed to step 6. Choose [No] and press d to finalize picture selection and recipient specification in the queue. The camera will exit to the last shooting or playback mode selected. 6 j Send pictures Your Picture Mail has been added to the queue. Send now? No Yes Connect to a wireless LAN and upload pictures.
Using Picture Bank Uploading Selected Pictures 1 Press C in playback mode and use the rotary multi selector to choose M, and press d. my Picturetown If a password has been applied, enter the password (c 134) and press the shutter-release button. If the sender information (alias and e-mail address) is not configured with the camera, enter the sender information (c 127). 2 Choose pictures. Select image 5 Use the rotary multi selector to choose pictures and press d to choose a desired picture (y).
Using Picture Bank Uploading All Pictures at Once By default, the camera automatically uploads pictures that have not yet been uploaded to the my Picturetown server whenever the AC adapter is connected to the camera to charge the battery. 2 4 3 1 1 2 Connect the power cable and AC adapter 1. Turn off the camera. If the power-on (green) lamp is lit, press the power switch to turn off the camera. Picture upload cannot be initiated by connecting the AC adapter when the camera is turned on.
Using Picture Bank k When the Transfer is Unsuccessful When transfer is unsuccessful over a wireless LAN connection, the next time you select M in the playback-mode selection menu and press d, the confirmation dialog shown at right will be displayed. If necessary, you can change the SSID from the confirmation dialog. Select [Yes] to resume the interrupted transfer.
Choosing the Desired SSID and Uploading Pictures 1 Choose the desired SSID. SSIDs (up to ten) are listed in order of signal strength. The icon to the left of each SSID is displayed in red when out of range. Select SSID AP1 AP4 AP3 AP2 The icon to the right of each SSID shows the status of the network profile registered to each SSID: Back Z (home wireless LAN profile configured), -- (no profile configured) 2 Press d.
Choosing the Desired SSID and Uploading Pictures k Message Displayed During Transfer The message shown at right is displayed in the monitor during picture transfer. The antenna icon in the top left corner of the monitor indicates signal strength (5-levels). The icon changes to red when outside the network area. When signal strength is poor, remove any obstacles between the camera antenna and access point. To cancel the current transfer, press d. I 11MB:Available Transferring images to server.
Registering User Information with my Picturetown to View Uploaded Pictures Register user information with the my Picturetown server to view pictures that are uploaded using Picture Mail (c 141) or Picture Bank (c 143). This server acts as an archive for protecting and sharing pictures recorded with the camera. Until user registration has been complete, uploaded pictures are stored in a temporary space on the server and cannot be viewed.
Registering User Information with my Picturetown to View Uploaded Pictures j Notes on User Registration • After the first picture upload, register user information as soon as possible to protect pictures, along with other personal information, from unsolicited viewing or theft. Until user information is registered, pictures are uploaded to temporary space on the server with no security measures applied.
Technical Notes Optional Accessories Rechargeable battery Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL8 Battery charger Battery Charger MH-62 AC adapter AC Adapter EH-64 ImageLink-compatible printer adapter Dock Insert PV-12 Audio video/USB cable Audio Video/USB Cable UC-E12 Approved Memory Cards The following memory cards have been tested and approved for use in the COOLPIX S51c.
Image/Sound File and Folder Names Pictures, movies, voice memos, and voice recordings are assigned file names as follows. DSCN0001.JPG Identifier (not shown on camera monitor) Original still pictures (voice memo attachment included), movies, voice memos, voice recordings DSCN Extension (signifies the file type) Still pictures .JPG Movies .
Image/Sound File and Folder Names • Pictmotion movies (c 58) are stored under the “NKST” folder in folders named with a three-digit folder number followed by “PRJCT” (e.g., “101PRJCT”). Each folder contains the picture and sound files for a single Pictmotion movie. • Folders can hold up to 200 pictures; if a picture is taken when the current folder contains 200 pictures, a new folder will be created by adding one to the current folder number.
Caring for the Camera To ensure continued enjoyment of this Nikon product, observe the following precautions when using or storing the device. j Keep Dry The device will be damaged if immersed in water or subjected to high humidity. j Do Not Drop The product may malfunction if subjected to strong shock or vibration. 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.
Caring for the Camera j The Self-timer Lamp/AF-assist Illuminator LED The light-emitting diode (LED; c 6, 32, 113) used in the selftimer lamp/AF-assist illuminator conforms to the following IEC standard: k Technical Notes 154 The Battery • Check the battery level when taking the camera out, and charge the battery if necessary (c 16). Do not continue charging once the battery is fully charged, as this will result in reduced battery performance.
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 or other stains that cannot be removed with a blower, wipe the lens with a soft cloth, using a spiral motion that starts at the center of the lens and working toward the edges.
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 S (blinks) Solution c Set clock. 107 Battery running low. Prepare to charge or change battery. 16 Battery exhausted. Charge or change battery. 16 Camera cannot focus. • Refocus. • Use focus lock. 26, 27 27 I Camera cannot perform other operations until recording is complete.
Error Messages Display Problem Solution c Error occurred while recording picture. Format internal memory or memory card. 115 Camera has run out of file numbers. • Insert new memory card. • Format internal memory or memory card. 20 115 Picture cannot be used for welcome screen. Choose picture 640 × 480 pixels or larger, or picture taken at an image mode setting other than [16:9]. Cannot copy picture. Delete pictures from destination. 101 I Sound file cannot be saved.
Error Messages Display K All images are hidden. Problem Solution c Date and time are not set for pictures to be displayed by calendar mode or list by date mode. – – Pictmotion cannot be created. Error occurred when creating Pictmotion movie. Start creating Pictmotion movie from the beginning. 58 Pictmotion cannot be played back. Pictmotion files have been deleted or moved. Delete affected Pictmotion movie. 60 Disable protection. 101 K Picture is protected. This image cannot be deleted.
Error Messages Display Problem Iv Running out of ink or Printer error. printer error. Check printer status. Solution c Check printer. After checking the ink or solving the problem, select [Resume] and press d to resume printing.* – Iv Printer error: check paper Specified size of paper is not loaded in printer. Load the specified paper, select [Resume], and press d to resume printing.* – Iv Printer error: paper jam Paper has jammed in the printer.
Error Messages Wireless Connection Display Problem Solution nK Battery exhausted during picture upload. Use the AC Adapter EH-64, or charge the battery, turn the camera on again, and apply the last mode used for picture upload. 16 SSID was not detected. Check signal strength. Move the camera closer to the access point or remove any obstructions between the camera and access point and press d. When [Retry] appears, select [Retry] and press d. – Wireless connection to the profile was terminated.
Error Messages Display Problem Solution nI An error occurred with Picture Mail recipient email address. • Select [Choose address] and press d to specify Picture Mail recipients again. • Select [Select SSID] and press d to select SSID again. 141, 146 Login error occurred when connecting to my Picturetown. Choose [Retry] and press d to select SSID again. 146 Address incorrect. nI Login failed.
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. Display, Settings and Power Supply Problem Cause/Solution c • Camera is off. • Battery is exhausted. • Standby mode for saving power: press the shutter-release button halfway. • When flash lamp blinks red, wait until flash has charged.
Troubleshooting Electronically Controlled Cameras In extremely rare instances, unusual characters may appear in the monitor and the camera may stop functioning. In most cases, this phenomenon is caused by a strong external static charge. Turn the camera off, remove and replace the battery, and then turn the camera on again. In the event of continued malfunction, contact your retailer or Nikon representative.
Troubleshooting Problem Cause/Solution [Image mode] cannot be adjusted when [Multi-shot 16] is selected for [Continuous]. 93 No sound when shutter is released • [Off] is selected for [Sound settings] > [Shutter sound] in setup menu. • [Continuous] or [Multi-shot 16] is selected for [Continuous], or [On] is selected for [BSS] in shooting menu. • P ([Sports] scene mode) or N ([Museum] scene mode) is selected. • T mode (other than [Stop-motion movie]) is selected.
Troubleshooting Playback Problem Cause/Solution c • File has been overwritten or renamed by computer or other make of camera. • Stop-motion in progress: pictures cannot be played back until recording is complete. – Cannot zoom in on picture Playback zoom cannot be used with movies, small pictures, or pictures that have been cropped to below 320 × 240. – Cannot record voice memo Voice memos cannot be appended to movies.
Troubleshooting Problem Technical Notes 166 Cause/Solution c Pictures not displayed on television • Choose correct video mode. • Memory card contains no pictures. Replace memory card. Remove memory card to play back pictures from internal memory. 116 20 Nikon Transfer does not start when camera is connected • Camera is off. • Battery is exhausted. • Audio video/USB cable is not correctly connected. • Camera is not recognized by the computer.
Troubleshooting Wireless Transfer Problem Cause/Solution c The camera is not detected by the my Picturetown Utility. Confirm your camera’s connection to the computer. 139 SSID is not displayed. • • • • Configure a network profile. SSID is set to hide. Signal strength is poor. Move the camera closer to the access point. • Remove obstruction between the camera and access point. • Adjust the direction of the camera so it can receive a better signal.
Specifications Nikon COOLPIX S51c Digital Camera Type Compact digital camera Effective pixels 8.1 million Image sensor 1/2.5-in. Lens 3× Zoom-Nikkor lens CCD; total pixels: approx. 8.28 million Focal length 6.3-18.9 mm (equivalent with 35mm [135] format picture angle: 38-114 mm) f/-number f/3.3–4.2 Construction 12 elements in 9 groups Digital zoom Up to 4× (equivalent with 35mm [135] format picture angle: approx.
Specifications ISO sensitivity (Standard output sensitivity) ISO 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, Auto (auto gain from ISO 100 to 800) Exposure Metering 224-segment matrix, center-weighted (digital zoom) Exposure control Programmed auto exposure with exposure compensation (–2.0 to +2.0 EV in steps of 1/3 EV) Range (ISO 100) [W]: 0.5 to 16.4 EV [T]: 1.2 to 17.
Specifications Wireless Standards IEEE 802.11b/g (standard wireless LAN protocol), ARIB STDT66 (standard for low power data communications systems) Communications protocols IEEE 802.11g: OFDM IEEE 802.11b: DSSS Range (line of sight) Approx. 50 m (98 ft.) (varies with location) Operating frequency 2412–2462 MHz (11 channels) Data rates IEEE 802.11g: 6, 9, 12, 18, 24, 36, 48, and 54 Mbps IEEE 802.11b: 1, 2, 5.
Specifications Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL8 Type Rechargeable lithium-ion battery Rated capacity 3.7 V, 730 mAh Operating temperature 0 to 40 °C (32 to 104 °F) Dimensions (W × H × D) Approx. 35 × 47 × 5 mm (1.4 × 1.9 × 0.2 in.) Weight Approx. 17 g (0.6 oz) (excluding terminal cover) AC Adapter EH-64 Rated input 100–240V AC, 50/60 Hz, 0.18–0.1 A Rated capacity 18–22 VA Rated output DC 4.8V, 1.5 A Operating temperature 0 to 40 °C (32 to 104 °F) Dimensions (W × H × D) Approx. 41 × 23.
Supported Standards • DCF: Design Rule for Camera File System is a standard widely used in the digital camera industry to ensure compatibility among different makes of camera. • DPOF: Digital Print Order Format is an industry-wide standard that allows pictures to be printed from print orders stored on the memory card. • Exif version 2.2: This camera supports Exif (Exchangeable Image File Format for Digital Still Cameras) version 2.
Index Symbols B d (apply selection) button 7 q Audio playback mode 71 L Auto mode 22–29 J Calendar mode 54 T (delete) button 12, 28 z (D-Lighting) 50 I (exposure compensation) 7, 34 l Help 13 K High-sensitivity shooting mode 35 L List by date mode 55 m button 12 C (mode) button 7, 10 T Movie mode 10, 12, 63, 64 M (my Picturetown) 122, 143 A (one-touch portrait/D-Lighting) button 6, 44, 50 P Pictmotion mode 58 d (Picture Mail) button 6, 122 i Playback mode 10, 12, 28, 29 k Playback zoom 48, 51 n Scene mode
Index Digital print order format 85–86, 172 D-Lighting 50 Dock insert 87 DPOF 172 DSCN 151 Dusk/dawn (J) 39 E E-mail 89 Error messages 156–159 Exif version 2.
Index my Picturetown 120, 122 Picture Bank 120, 143, 144 Picture Mail 120, 141 user registration 148 Utility 121 N Network home wireless LAN 121 profile 121, 124 Night landscape (G) 39 Nikon Transfer 60, 76 O One-touch portrait mode 44 menu 45 taking pictures 44 P R Record orientation 114 Red-eye reduction 31 Reset all 117 wireless LAN settings 135 Rotary multi selector 7, 11 Rotate image 102 RSCN 151 S Self timer 32, 97 Self-timer lamp 6, 32 Sender 125 configuring 131 Setup menu 104–119 Shooting menu
Index U User registration 148 key information 148 password 148 Utility 136 Utility (my Picturetown Utility) 121 installing/uninstalling 137 V Vibration reduction 113 Video Mode 74 Video mode 74, 116 Voice memos 53 Voice recordings Copying 73 making 69 Playing 71 Volume 68, 72 W Technical Notes 176 WAV 151 Welcome screen 104 White balance 91, 97 preset 92 Wireless LAN home 121 settings 124 Wireless services 120, 122 configuration 126, 136 my Picturetown 120 Picture Bank 120, 122 Picture Mail 120, 122 u
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