Nikon 2143EB 802.11b/g Transmitter Module User Manual

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(En)Printed in JapanFuji Bldg., 2-3 Marunouchi 3-chome, TR6H03(11)Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 100-8331, Japan 6MA22311--No reproduction in any form of this manual, in whole or in part (except for brief quotation in critical articles or reviews), may be made without written authorization from NIKON CORPORATION.The Nikon Guide to Digital Photography with theEnDIGITAL CAMERA

iIntroductionFirst StepsBasic Photography and Playback: Auto ModeShooting Suited for the Scene - High-sensitivity Shooting Mode, Scene ModeAnti-shake ModeOne-Touch Portrait ModeMore on PlaybackMoviesVoice RecordingsConnecting to Televisions, Computers, and PrintersShooting, Playback, and Setup MenusWireless Transfer ModeTechnical Notes

iiIntroductionIntroductionFor Your SafetyTo prevent damage to your Nikon product or injury to yourself or to others,read the following safety precautions in their entirety before using thisequipment. Keep these safety instructions where all those who use the prod-uct will read them.The consequences that could result from failure to observe the precautionslisted in this section are indicated by the following symbol:WARNINGSTurn off in the event of mal-functionShould you notice smoke or anunusual smell coming from the cam-era or AC adapter, unplug the ACadapter and, remove the batteryimmediately, taking care to avoidburns. Continued operation couldresult in injury. After removing ordisconnecting the power source,take the equipment to a Nikon-authorized service representative forinspection.Do not disassembleTouching the internal parts of thecamera or AC adapter could resultin injury. Repairs should be per-formed only by qualified techni-cians. Should the camera or ACadapter break open as the result ofa fall or other accident, take theproduct to a Nikon-authorized ser-vice representative for inspectionafter unplugging the product and/orremoving the battery.Do not use the camera or ACadapter in the presence offlammable gasDo not use electronic equipment inthe presence of flammable gas, asthis could result in explosion or fire.Handle the camera strapwith careNever place the strap around theneck of an infant or child.Keep out of reach of chil-drenParticular care should be taken toprevent infants from putting thebattery or other small parts intotheir mouths.This icon marks warnings, information that should be read before using this Nikon product to prevent possible injury.

iiiFor Your SafetyIntroductionObserve caution when han-dling the batteryThe battery may leak or explode ifimproperly handled. Observe thefollowing precautions when han-dling the battery for use in thisproduct:• Before replacing the battery, turnthe product off. If you are usingthe AC adapter, be sure it isunplugged.•Only use a rechargeable NikonEN-EL8 lithium-ion battery (supplied).Charge the battery either by insertingit in the camera and connecting thesupplied EH-64 AC adapter, or byinserting it in an MH-62 batterycharger (available separately).• When inserting the battery, donot attempt to insert it upsidedown or backwards.• Do not short or disassemble thebattery or attempt to remove orbreak the battery insulation orcasing.• Do not expose the battery toflame or to excessive heat.• Do not immerse in or expose towater.• Replace the terminal cover whentransporting the battery. Do nottransport or store with metalobjects such as necklaces or hair-pins.• The battery is prone to leakagewhen fully discharged. To avoiddamage to the product, be sureto remove the battery when nocharge remains.• Discontinue use immediatelyshould you notice any change inthe battery, such as discolorationor deformation.• If liquid from the damaged bat-tery comes in contact with cloth-ing or skin, rinse immediately withplenty of water.Observe the following pre-cautions when handling theAC charger• Keep dry. Failure to observe thisprecaution could result in fire orelectric shock.• Dust on or near the metal parts ofthe plug should be removed witha dry cloth. Continued use couldresult in fire.• Do not handle the power cable orgo near the battery charger dur-ing lightening storms. Failure toobserve this precaution couldresult in electric shock.• Do not damage, modify, forciblytug or bend the power cable,place it under heavy objects, orexpose it to heat or flame. Shouldthe insulation be damaged andthe wires become exposed, take itto a Nikon-authorized service rep-resentative for inspection. Failureto observe these precautionscould result in fire or electricshock.

ivFor Your SafetyIntroduction• Do not handle the plug or batterycharger with wet hands. Failure toobserve this precaution couldresult in electric shock.Use appropriate cablesWhen connecting cables to theinput and output jacks, use only thecables provided or sold by Nikon forthe purpose, to maintain compli-ance with product regulations.Handle moving parts withcareBe careful that your fingers or otherobjects are not pinched by the lenscover or other moving parts.CD-ROMsThe CD-ROMs supplied with thisdevice should not be played back onaudio CD equipment. Playing CD-ROMs on an audio CD player couldcause hearing loss or damage theequipment.Observe caution when usingthe flashUsing the flash close to your sub-ject’s eyes could cause temporaryvisual impairment. Particular careshould be observed if photograph-ing infants, when the flash shouldbe no less than one meter (39 in.)from the subject.Do not operate the flashwith the flash windowtouching a person or objectFailure to observe this precautioncould result in burns or fire.Avoid contact with liquidcrystalShould the monitor break, careshould be taken to avoid injurycaused by broken glass and to pre-vent liquid crystal from the monitortouching the skin or entering theeyes or mouth.

vIntroductionNoticesThis product, which containsencryption software developed inthe United States, is controlled bythe United States Export Administra-tion Regulations and may not beexported or re-exported to anycountry to which the United Statesembargoes goods. As of November2005 the following countries weresubject to embargo: Cuba, Iran,North Korea, Libya, Sudan, andSyria.Restrictions on Wireless DevicesThe wireless transceiver included inthis product conforms to wirelessregulations in the country of saleand is not for use in other countries(products purchased in the EU orEFTA can be used anywhere withinthe EU and EFTA). Nikon does notaccept liability for use in other coun-tries. Users who are unsure as to theoriginal country of sale should con-sult with their local Nikon servicecenter or Nikon-authorized servicerepresentative.This restriction applies to wirelessoperation only and not to any otheruse of the product.Notice for customers in theU.S.A. and CanadaFederal Communications Com-mission (FCC) and Industry ofCanada (IC)Declaration of ConformityThis device complies with Part 15 ofthe FCC rules and RSS-Gen of ICrules. Operation of the device is sub-ject to the following two conditions:(1) this device may not cause harm-ful interference, and (2) this devicemust accept any interferencereceived, including interference thatmay cause undesired operation.

viNoticesIntroductionFCC/IC RF Exposure StatementThe available scientific evidencedoes not show that any health prob-lems are associated with using lowpower wireless devices. There is noproof, however, that these lowpower wireless devices are abso-lutely safe. Low power wirelessdevices emit low levels of radio fre-quency energy (RF) in the micro-wave range while being used.Whereas high levels of RF can pro-duce health effects (by heating tis-sue), exposure to low-level RF thatdoes not produce heating effectscauses no known adverse healtheffects. Many studies of low-level RFexposures have not found any bio-logical effects. Some studies havesuggested that some biologicaleffects might occur, but such find-ings have not been confirmed byadditional research. Wireless LANModule (2143EB) has been testedand found to comply with FCC/ICradiation exposure limits set forthfor an uncontrolled equipment andmeets the FCC radio frequency (RF)Exposure Guidelines in SupplementC to OET65 and RSS-102 of the ICradio frequency (RF) Exposure rules.Please refer to the SAR test reportthat was uploaded at FCC website.This device should not be co-locatedor operated in conjunction with anyother antenna or transmitter.Notice for customers in theU.S.A.FCC RF Interference StatementThis equipment has been tested andfound to comply with the limits for aClass B digital device, pursuant toPart 15 of the FCC rules. These lim-its are designed to provide reason-able protection against harmfulinterference in a residential installa-tion. This equipment generates,uses, and can radiate radio fre-quency energy and, if not installedand used in accordance with theinstructions, may cause harmfulinterference to radio communica-tions. However, there is no guaran-tee that interference will not occurin a particular installation. If thisequipment does cause harmfulinterference to radio or televisionreception, which can be deter-mined by turning the equipment offand on, the user is encouraged totry to correct the interference byone or more of the following mea-sures:• Reorient or relocate the receivingantenna.• Increase the separation betweenthe equipment and receiver.• Connect the equipment into anoutlet on a circuit different fromthat to which the receiver is con-nected.• Consult the dealer or an experi-enced radio/television technicianfor help.

viiNoticesIntroductionCAUTIONSModificationsThe FCC requires the user to benotified that any changes or modifi-cations made to this device that arenot expressly approved by NikonCorporation may void the user’sauthority to operate the equipment.Interface CablesUse the interface cables sold or pro-vided by Nikon for your equipment.Using other interface cables mayexceed the limits of Class B Part 15of the FCC rules.Notice for customers in the Stateof CaliforniaWARNING: Handling the cord onthis product will expose you to lead,a chemical known to the State ofCalifornia to cause birth defects orother reproductive harm. Washhands after handling.Nikon Inc.,1300 Walt Whitman Road Melville, New York 11747-3064 USATel: 631-547-4200Notice for customers in CanadaCAUTIONThis Class B digital apparatus com-plies with Canadian ICES-003.ATTENTIONCet appareil numérique de la classeB est conforme à la norme NMB-003du Canada.Notice for customers in EuropeHereby, Nikon, declares that thisdigital camera is in compliance withthe essential requirements and otherrelevant provisions of Directive1999/5/EC.Notice for customers in FranceOutdoor use of the wireless trans-ceiver is prohibited in France.Symbol for Separate Collec-tion in European CountriesThis symbol indicates thatthis product is to be col-lected separately.The following apply only tousers in European coun-tries:• This product is designated forseparate collection at an appropri-ate collection point. Do not dis-pose of as household waste.• For more information, contact theretailer or the local authorities incharge of waste management.

viiiIntroductionTable of ContentsIntroduction .....................................................................................................iiFor Your Safety..................................................................................................iiWARNINGS ................................................................................................... iiNotices................................................................................................................ vAbout This Manual............................................................................................1Information and Precautions............................................................................2Parts of the Camera...........................................................................................6Attaching the Camera Strap ..........................................................................6The Monitor.......................................................................................................8Shooting ....................................................................................................... 8Playback........................................................................................................9Basic Operations ..............................................................................................10The o (shooting/playback) Button......................................................... 10The D (mode) Button............................................................................... 10The m Button ......................................................................................... 11The Rotary Multi Selector ............................................................................ 12Help Displays...............................................................................................13First Steps........................................................................................................14The COOL-STATION and AC Adapter .............................................................14The COOL-STATION ....................................................................................14The AC Adapter .......................................................................................... 15Inserting the Battery ....................................................................................... 16Removing the Battery .................................................................................. 17Turning On and Off the Camera..................................................................17Charging the Battery....................................................................................... 18Setting Display Language, Date, and Time.................................................... 20Inserting Memory Cards.................................................................................. 22Removing Memory Cards ............................................................................23

ixTable of ContentsIntroductionBasic Photography and Playback: Auto Mode .............................................24Step 1 Turn the Camera On and Select L (Auto) Mode..............................24Indicators Displayed in L (Auto) Mode ......................................................25Step 2 Frame a Picture ....................................................................................26Using the Zoom...........................................................................................26Electronic VR ...............................................................................................27Step 3 Focus and Shoot ...................................................................................28Step 4 Viewing and Deleting Pictures............................................................30Full-Frame Playback .....................................................................................30Deleting Pictures .........................................................................................30Using the Flash ................................................................................................ 32Taking Pictures with the Self-Timer ............................................................... 34Macro Close-up Mode ..................................................................................... 35Shooting Suited for the Scene - High-sensitivity Shooting Mode, Scene Mode ....................................................................................................36High-sensitivity Shooting Mode ..................................................................... 36Assist Modes and Scene Modes ......................................................................37Assist Modes ....................................................................................................38Taking Pictures in Assist Modes ...................................................................38B Portrait Assist ......................................................................................... 39E Landscape Assist ....................................................................................40P Sports Assist ........................................................................................... 41D Night Portrait Assist................................................................................42Scene Modes ....................................................................................................43Taking Pictures in Scene Modes...................................................................43Features ...................................................................................................... 44Anti-shake Mode............................................................................................49Shooting in Anti-shake Mode......................................................................... 49One-Touch Portrait Mode..............................................................................50Taking Pictures in the One-Touch Portrait Mode..........................................50The One-Touch Portrait Menu........................................................................51

xTable of ContentsIntroductionMore on Playback ..........................................................................................52Viewing Multiple Pictures: Thumbnail Playback ........................................... 52Taking a Closer Look: Playback Zoom............................................................ 53Editing Pictures................................................................................................ 54Creating a Cropped Copy: Crop ..................................................................55Enhancing Brightness and Contrast: D-Lighting ...........................................56Compensating Blurred Images: Electronic VR ...............................................57H Resizing Pictures: Small Picture...............................................................58Voice Memos: Recording and Playback ......................................................... 59Viewing Pictures by Date ................................................................................60Pictmotion by muvee ......................................................................................65Movies.............................................................................................................70Recording Movies ............................................................................................ 70The Movie Menu ............................................................................................. 71Selecting Movie Options..............................................................................72Time-Lapse Movies ......................................................................................73Stop-Motion Movies....................................................................................74Auto-Focus Mode........................................................................................ 75Electronic VR ...............................................................................................75Movie Playback................................................................................................76Deleting Movie Files ....................................................................................76Voice Recordings............................................................................................77Making Voice Recordings ............................................................................... 77Changing the Sound Quality ..........................................................................78Sound Quality ............................................................................................. 78Playing Voice Recordings ................................................................................ 79Copying Voice Recordings ..............................................................................81Connecting to Televisions, Computers, and Printers ...................................82Connecting to a TV.......................................................................................... 82Connecting to a Computer ............................................................................. 83Before Connecting the Camera ................................................................... 83Setting the USB Option ............................................................................... 84Transferring Pictures to a Computer ............................................................ 85Connecting to a Printer................................................................................... 87Connecting the Camera and Printer ............................................................88Printing Pictures One at a Time.................................................................... 89Printing Multiple Pictures............................................................................. 90Creating a DPOF Print Order: Print Set .......................................................... 93

xiTable of ContentsIntroductionConnecting to a ImageLink-compatible Printer ............................................95Removing the Dock Insert............................................................................ 95Shooting, Playback, and Setup Menus..........................................................96Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu ......................................................... 96Displaying the Shooting Menu and High-sensitivity Menu............................97Z Image Mode ..........................................................................................97d White Balance........................................................................................99I Exp. +/–................................................................................................101q Continuous..........................................................................................102A Best Shot Selector (BSS) ....................................................................... 104W ISO Sensitivity.......................................................................................105d Color Options.......................................................................................105k AF Area Mode...................................................................................... 106c Electronic VR........................................................................................106Restrictions on Camera Settings ................................................................ 107Playback Options: The Playback Menu ........................................................ 108w Print Set ...............................................................................................109z Slide Show ...........................................................................................110A Delete ..................................................................................................111D Protect ...............................................................................................111E Transfer Marking ................................................................................ 112G Rotate Image .......................................................................................112L Copy.................................................................................................... 113Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu.......................................................... 114Displaying the Setup Menu........................................................................115R Menus..................................................................................................115H Quick Startup ....................................................................................... 116V Welcome Screen ..................................................................................116W Date.....................................................................................................117Z Monitor Settings.................................................................................. 120f Date Imprint.........................................................................................121u AF Assist .............................................................................................123h Sound Settings..................................................................................... 123I Record Orientation ...............................................................................124i Auto Off .............................................................................................. 124M Format Memory/O Format Card .......................................................... 125j Language .............................................................................................126k Interface............................................................................................... 126n Reset All............................................................................................... 127B Firmware Version .................................................................................129

xiiTable of ContentsIntroductionWireless Transfer Mode ...............................................................................130What is Wireless Transfer Mode? .................................................................130Features of Wireless Transfer Mode ...........................................................130The Features Available in the Wireless Transfer Mode............................... 132For Connection via Home Wireless LAN ......................................................134Configuration Procedure ...........................................................................134Configuring the Camera............................................................................ 136Settings for the Setup Utility......................................................................141Transferring Pictures ..................................................................................... 143Establishing a Wireless Connection............................................................143Uploading Pictures to COOLPIX CONNECT ................................................145Transferring Pictures to a Computer (PC Connection) ................................ 149Transferring Pictures Not Yet Saved on a Computer - Easy Transfer ...........150Transferring Pictures Taken on Selected Date - Shooting Date ................... 151Transferring Selected Pictures - Selected Images ........................................ 152Immediately Transferring Pictures Taken - Shoot & Transfer.......................153Transferring Pictures Marked with the Transfer Icon - Marked Images........ 155Transferring Pictures Using a Computer - PC Mode ................................... 156Printing Pictures (Wireless Printing) ............................................................ 158Technical Notes ............................................................................................159Optional Accessories ..................................................................................... 159Approved Memory Cards ..........................................................................159Image File and Folder Names ....................................................................... 160Caring for the Camera ..................................................................................162Cleaning ...................................................................................................164Storage ..................................................................................................... 164Error Messages............................................................................................... 165Troubleshooting ............................................................................................ 171Supported Standards.....................................................................................177Specifications ................................................................................................. 178Index............................................................................................................... 182

1IntroductionAbout This ManualThank you for your purchase of a Nikon COOLPIX S7c digital camera. Thismanual has been written to help you enjoy taking pictures with your Nikondigital camera. Read this manual thoroughly before use, and keep it whereall those who use the product will read it.Symbols and ConventionsTo make it easier to find the information you need, the following symbolsand conventions are used:Notations• A Secure Digital (SD) memory card is referred to as a “memory card.”• The setting at the time of purchase is referred to as the “default setting.”• Menu items, options, and messages displayed in the camera monitor areshown in brackets ([ ]).Screen SamplesIn this manual, images are sometimes omitted from monitor display samplesso that monitor indicators can be more clearly shown.Illustrations and Screen DisplayIllustrations and text displays shown in this manual may differ from actualdisplay. kMemory CardsPictures taken with this camera can be stored in the camera’s internal memory or on remov-able memory cards. If a memory card is inserted, all new pictures will be stored on the mem-ory card and delete, playback, and format operations will apply only to the pictures on thememory card. The memory card must be removed before the internal memory can be format-ted or used to store, delete, or view pictures.This icon marks cautions, infor-mation that should be read before use to prevent damage to the camera.This icon marks tips, additional information that may be helpful when using the camera.This icon marks notes, informa-tion that should be read before using the camera.This icon indicates that more information is available else-where in this manual or in the Quick Start Guide.cljk

3Information and PrecautionsIntroductionNotice Concerning Prohibition of Copying or ReproductionNote that simply being in possession of material that has been digitally copied or reproducedby means of a scanner, digital camera or other device may be punishable by law.•Items prohibited by law from being copied or reproducedDo not copy or reproduce paper money, coins, securities, government bonds, or local gov-ernment bonds, even if such copies or reproductions are stamped “Sample.”The copying or reproduction of paper money, coins, or securities which are circulated in aforeign country is prohibited.Unless the prior permission of the government has been obtained, the copying or repro-duction of unused postage stamps or post cards issued by the government is prohibited.The copying or reproduction of stamps issued by the government and of certified docu-ments stipulated by law is prohibited.•Cautions on certain copies and reproductionsThe government has issued cautions on copies or reproductions of securities issued by pri-vate companies (shares, bills, checks, gift certificates, etc.), commuter passes, or coupontickets, except when a minimum of necessary copies are to be provided for business use bya company. Also, do not copy or reproduce passports issued by the government, licensesissued by public agencies and private groups, ID cards, and tickets, such as passes and mealcoupons.•Comply with copyright noticesThe copying or reproduction of copyrighted creative works such as books, music, paintings,woodcut prints, maps, drawings, movies, and photographs is governed by national andinternational copyright laws. Do not use this product for the purpose of making illegal cop-ies or to infringe copyright laws.Disposing of Data Storage DevicesPlease note that deleting images or formatting data storage devices such as memory cards orbuilt-in camera memory does not completely erase the original image data. Deleted files cansometimes be recovered from discarded storage devices using commercially available soft-ware, potentially resulting in the malicious use of personal image data. Ensuring the privacy ofsuch data is the user’s responsibility.Before discarding a data storage device or transferring ownership to another person, erase alldata using commercial deletion software, or format the device and then completely refill itwith images containing no private information (for example, pictures of empty sky). Be sure toalso replace any pictures selected for the welcome screen (c116). Care should be taken toavoid injury or damage to property when physically destroying data storage devices.

4Information and PrecautionsIntroductionNote the following important points before using this product’s wireless LAN function.Restrictions of Use Under Radio Laws and Precautions whenUsing Radio Transmissions• The wireless transceiver included in this product conforms to wireless regulations in thecountry of sale and is not for use in other countries (products purchased in the EU or EFTAcan be used anywhere within the EU and EFTA).• When using the LAN function of this product, the product will search for wireless networksautomatically. At this time, the product may display wireless networks (SSID) for which youare not an authorized user. Use of such a wireless network may be regarded as unautho-rized access. Never connect to an SSID that you are not authorized to use.• Always keep in mind that radio transmission or reception of data is subject to interceptionby third parties.Personal Information Management and Disclaimer• User information registered and configured on the product, including wireless LAN connec-tion settings and other personal information, is susceptible to alteration and loss resultingfrom operational error, static electricity, accident, malfunction, repair or other handling.Always keep separate copies of important information. Nikon is not responsible for anydirect or indirect damages or lost profits resulting from alteration or loss of content that isnot attributable to Nikon.• Before discarding this product or transferring it to another owner, it is recommended thatyou use the included Wireless Camera Setup Utility to delete all user information registeredand configured on the product, including wireless LAN connection settings and other per-sonal information.• Nikon is not responsible for any communication charges stemming from unauthorizedaccess to a public wireless LAN by third parties, or any other damages resulting from theftof the product.• Nikon is not responsible for any damages stemming from unauthorized use of e-mailaddresses stored resulting from theft of the product.Precautions and Limitations when Using the COOLPIX CONNECT Service• Connection to a public wireless LAN for the COOLPIX CONNECT service (hereinafterreferred to as Service) is not guaranteed or supported outside the United States. Nikon isnot responsible for any direct or indirect damages or lost profits resulting from any connec-tion made at your own responsibility.• Use of this Service over a public wireless LAN connection requires a T-Mobile HotSpot sub-scription if the product was originally purchased in the United States.• Make sure you specify the e-mail addresses of recipients correctly. An error will not be indi-cated if the recipient is wrong, nor will an error notification be sent to your e-mail address.• Access to a COOLPIX CONNECT web site (site for viewing pictures) is not limited to this Ser-vice. A page can be browsed by anyone after the page’s URL is provided to them or madepublic.• Images uploaded to a COOLPIX CONNECT server are stored for up to two weeks.

5Information and PrecautionsIntroduction• Nikon makes no guarantees whatsoever concerning the ability of this Service to store orsafeguard images. Be sure to maintain separate back-up copies of all important images.Nikon is not responsible for any direct or indirect damages or lost profits resulting fromalteration or loss of content that is not attributable to Nikon.• Your use of the Service is completely at your own responsibility, and Nikon accepts noresponsibility on your behalf. • By using the Service, you agree not to upload, post, e-mail or otherwise transmit or com-municate any material through the Service that is obscene, pornographic, unlawful, threat-ening, an invasion of any privacy or publicity rights of any party, defamatory, libelous,illegal or otherwise objectionable, or infringes any copyright, trademark, or other intellec-tual property or contractual right of any party.• You hereby irrevocably and unconditionally waive, discharge and release Nikon, its affiliatesand subsidiaries, and their respective officers, directors, employees, agents, legal represen-tatives, successors and assigns (“Nikon Parties”) from and against any and all claims by oragainst you related to any material you post, e-mail or otherwise transmit or communicatethrough the Service.• Furthermore, you agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the Nikon Parties fromand against any claims, damages, liabilities, costs and expenses (including reasonable attor-neys’ and professionals’ fees and litigation costs) related to any material you post, e-mail orotherwise transmit or communicate through the Service.• You understand that (i) your right to use the Service may be terminated by Nikon and/or (ii)the materials you post, e-mail or otherwise transmit or communicate through the Servicemay be deleted or removed by Nikon in the event you breach the foregoing, or any otherterms and conditions that Nikon may require in connection with your use of the Service.• This Service is subject to change, suspension, or termination without notice.• Be sure to read Nikon’s “Privacy Management Policy” at the website located at the follow-ing URL: http://www.nikon.co.jp/main/eng/privacy/index.htm• If you are in Europe, click on your country of residence at the website located at the follow-ing URL and follow the link <privacy policy>: http://www.europe-nikon.com/support/

6IntroductionParts of the CameraAttaching the Camera StrapPower-on lamp (c24)Speaker (c59, 76)Self-timer lamp (c34)AF-assist illumi-nator (LED; c33, 37, 123)Built-in flash (c32)Built-in microphone (c59, 70)Shutter-release button (c28) Power switch (c24)m (one-touch portrait) button (c50)u (D-Lighting) button (c56)Zoom control (c26)See also:•t (wide): c26•v (tele): c26•j (thumbnail playback): c52•k (playback zoom): c53•l (help): c13Lens cover closedLens coverLens (c162, 178)Antenna (c144, 157)Wireless LED (c144)

7Parts of the CameraIntroductionIndicator lamp (c18, 73, 77, 103)/Flash lamp (c33)Monitor (c8)Multi connector (c19)Tripod socketo (shooting/playback) button (c10, 30)T (delete) button (c30, 31, 59, 76)Battery-chamber/memory card slot cover (c16, 22)Battery chamber (c16)Memory card slot (c22)D (mode) button (c10)Battery latch (c16, 17)J (flash mode) (c32)d (apply selection) button (c12)•F anti-shake mode (c49)/electronic vibration reduction (c57)•g (transfer picture) button (c83, 85)H (self-timer) (c34)F (macro close-up mode) (c35)Rotary multi selector (c12)m button (c11, 97, 108)Eyelet for camera strap

8IntroductionThe MonitorThe following indicators may appear in the monitor during shooting andplayback (actual display varies with current camera settings).Shooting* Differs according to the current shooting mode. Refer to the sections on each modefor details.99999999MMwwWWHHs9999+1.0+1.0+1.0101010EIICCggqqMBBFFAAqwzqwzqwzfghijlfghijlfghijlCDBACDBACDBAFEdehiWYYMOM OMOzABCDABCDzABCDppGG8910111415161718191345267202112131Shooting mode*.................... 24, 36, 37, 49, 70, 772Exposure lock ............................. 483Macro close-up mode................. 354Zoom indicator..................... 26, 355Focus indicator ........................... 286Flash mode ................................ 327Internal memory/memory card indicator .................................... 258Battery level indicator ................. 249ISO sensitivity (ISO equivalent) .... 3310 Vibration reduction icon............. 4911 Self-timer indicator..................... 3412 “Date not set” indicator ........... 165Time zone indicator .................. 11713 Date imprint ............................. 12114Number of exposures remaining (still pictures).............. 24Movie length ..............................7015 Focus area .......................... 28, 10616 Exposure compensation value...10117 Image mode ............................... 9718 Color options ........................... 10519 White balance mode .................. 9920 Best shot selector (BSS)............. 10421 Continuous shooting mode ......102

9The MonitorIntroductionPlayback100NIKON100NIKON12:0012:0012:00100NIKON9999.JPG9999.JPG9999.JPG2006.10.102006.10.102006.10.109999999999999999OMMww99999999NDDwwEEOEPPhhMMOOON OPPNOKSTARTSTARTSTARTIJKIJKIJK125361074812 911ab13151416171819201Current folder .......................... 1602File number and type................ 1603Internal memory/memory card indicator .................................... 254Battery level indicator ................. 245Volume indicator.................. 59, 766Voice memo recording guide...... 597Voice memo playback guide....... 598Current frame number/total number of frames ...................... 30Movie length.............................. 769D-Lighting icon .......................... 5610 Movie playback indicator............ 7611 a Compensated imageb Electronic VR not available....... 5712 Voice memo icon........................ 5913 Image mode ............................... 9714 Small picture .............................. 5815 Movie indicator .......................... 7616 Protect icon .............................. 11117 Print-order icon .......................... 9318 Transfer icon ...................... 86, 11219 Time of recording ....................... 2020 Date of recording ....................... 20

10IntroductionBasic OperationsThe o (shooting/playback) ButtonThe D (mode) ButtonPress D during shooting or playback to displayeach mode-selection menu. Use the rotary multiselector (c12) to choose the desired mode.•Press o to switch between the mode-selec-tion menus for shooting mode and playbackmode.Shooting ModesPlayback ModesPress o once in shooting mode to enter full-frame playback; press again to switch back to shoot-ing mode.If the camera is turned off, press o for about asecond to turn the camera on in playback mode(c30).ShootingAuto mode (c24)Voice recording mode (c77)Scene mode (c37)High-sensitivity shoot-ing mode (c36)Movie mode (c70)Setup mode (c114)Wireless transfer mode (c130)PlayPlayback mode (c30)Pictmotion mode (c65)Calendar mode (c60)List by date mode (c61)Voice playback mode (c79)Setup mode (c114)

11Basic OperationsIntroductionThe m ButtonPress m to display the menu for the selected mode. Use the rotary multiselector to navigate the menus (c12).*1 To display the anti-shake menu, enter anti-shake mode by pressing Fand then press m. *2 To display the one-touch portrait menu, enter one-touch portrait mode bypressing m and then press m. *3 To display the setup menu, choose Z in the mode-selection menu andthen press d (c114). •LShooting menu (c96) • iPlayback menu (c108)•K High-sensitivity menu (c36) • JCalendar menu (c64)•nScene menu (c37) • LList-by-date menu (c64)•FAnti-shake menu*1 (c49) • wPrint menu (c90)•mOne-touch portrait menu*2 (c51)•ZSetup menu*3 (c114)•TMovie menu (c71) • aShoot-and-transfer menu (c154)Shooting menuExitImage modeWhite balanceExp. +/-ContinuousBSSThe selected optionDisplayed when there are one or more menu items to followDisplayed when the menu contains two or more pagesDisplayed when there are one or more previous menu itemsShooting menuExitISO sensitivityColor optionsAF area modeElectronic VRColor optionsExitStandard colorBlack-and-whiteBlack-and-whiteSepiaSepiaCyanotypeCyanotypeVivid colorVivid colorBlack-and-whiteSepiaCyanotypeVivid colorPress the rotary multi selec-tor J or d to proceed to the next set of options.Press the rotary multi selector J or d to apply selection.

12Basic OperationsIntroductionThe Rotary Multi SelectorThe rotary multi selector is made up of the outer ring, the rotating inner ring(between the outer ring and d button), and the d button. When selectingmenus or pictures, you can either press the outer ring up, down, left, or right, orrotate the inner ring. When choosing from numerous menu items or pictures, it isrecommended to rotate the inner ring for easy scrolling, and faster operation.This section describes standard uses of the rotary multi selector to select modes,select menu options, and to apply selection.For the Mode-selection Menu• To move the highlight clockwise, turn clockwise, press down or right.• To move the highlight counterclockwise, turn counterclockwise, press up or left.• To apply selection, press d.For the Menu Screen• To move the highlight upward, turn counterclockwise, or press up.• To move the highlight downward, turn clockwise, or press down.• To apply selection, press right or d.• To cancel setting and return to the previous screen, press left.kNotes on the Rotary Multi Selector• In many cases, you can choose how to use the rotary multi selector to perform an opera-tion. For example, rotating the selector clockwise and pressing the selector right may pro-duce the same results. Since the selector can be used in various ways, concrete descriptionssuch as “Press the rotary multi selector J” are included only in cases where necessary. • In the manual, the button indicating up, down, left, and right of the rotary multi selector isshown as GHIJ.Press up.Turn clockwise.Press right.Press down.Press left.Turn counterclockwise.PlayPress d.Press up.Turn clockwise.Press right.Press d.Press down.Press left.Turn counterclockwise.BShooting menuExitImage modeWhite balanceExp. +/-ContinuousBSS

13Basic OperationsIntroductionHelp DisplaysPress the zoom control to v (l) to view a description of the currentlyselected menu option. • Use the rotary multi selector to show the previous or next menu option.•Press d to display the shooting menu or setup menu for the selectedmenu option.• To return to the original menu, press the zoom control to v (l) again.•Press m to return to shooting or playback mode.ContinuousExitKeep theshutter-release buttonpressed to take picturescontinuously.

14First StepsFirst StepsThe COOL-STATION and AC AdapterThe COOL-STATIONThe supplied MV-15 COOL-STATION can be used to:• Charge the camera battery (when the camera is turned off) (c18)• View pictures on a television (c82)• Copy pictures to a computer (c83)• Print pictures via direct USB connection (c87)jNote on the Power Cord Supplied for the Camera (c15)Only use the power cord for the EH-64 AC adapter supplied for the COOLPIX S7c.Camera connectorUSB connector (c85, 88) Audio / video connec-tor (c82)DC-IN connector (c15)Placing the Camera inthe COOL-STATION Removing the CameraThe multi connector should befully inserted in the COOL-STATION camera connector asshown.Remove the camera as shown.

15The COOL-STATION and AC AdapterFirst StepsThe AC AdapterThe supplied EH-64 AC adapter can:• When the camera is turned on, power the camera from a power outlet.• When the camera is turned off, charge the battery in the camera (c18).It can also be used to power the camera for playback, data transfer, or print-ing (recommended). Do not use any other make or model of AC adapter;failure to observe this precaution could result in fire or product malfunction.Connecting the AC adapter1Connect the power cord. (1)2Plug the AC adapter into the COOL-STATION or camera. (2)Make sure that the plugs are in the correct orientation. Inserting the plugs incor-rectly may damage the COOL-STATION.3Plug the adapter in. (3)When the adapter is connected correctly, the power on lamp will light. (4)2413COOL-STATION Camera

16First StepsInserting the BatteryThe camera uses a rechargeable EN-EL8 lithium-ion battery (supplied).Charge the battery before first use or when the battery is running low(c18).1Open the battery-chamber/memory cardslot cover.2Insert the battery.Confirm that the positive (+) and negative (-) termi-nals are oriented correctly as described on the label atthe entrance of the battery chamber, and insert thebattery.The orange battery latch is pushed aside as the bat-tery is inserted. The battery is fully inserted when thelatch clicks back into place.jInserting the BatteryInserting the battery upside down or backwardscould damage the camera. Check to be sure thebattery is in the correct orientation.3Close the battery-chamber/memory cardslot cover.

17Inserting the BatteryFirst StepsRemoving the BatteryTurn the camera off before removing the battery.To eject the battery, open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover and slide the battery latchin the direction shown (1). The battery can then beremoved by hand (2). • Note that the battery may become hot duringuse; observe due caution when removing thebattery.Turning On and Off the CameraTo turn on the camera, press the power switch. Thepower-on lamp will light and the monitor will turnon. To turn off the camera, press the power switchagain.If the camera is turned off, press o for about asecond to turn the camera on in playback mode (c30).jNote on the BatteryBe sure to read the warnings for the battery on page ii and “Caring for the Camera” (c162)to make use of this camera.

18First StepsCharging the BatteryCharge the battery before first use or when the battery is running low.1Connect the COOL-STATION and AC adapter, and plug thepower cable into an outlet (c15).The AC adapter power-on lamp will light.2Turn the camera off.If the power-on lamp is lit, press the power switch toturn off the camera. You cannot charge the bat-tery while the camera is turned on.3Place the camera in the COOL-STATION(c14).The multi connector should be fully inserted.4Charge the battery.The indicator lamp next to the camera monitor willblink green as the battery charges. If the lamp flickersrapidly, the camera is not correctly inserted or thebattery is faulty. Reinsert the camera or replace thebattery.A fully exhausted battery will recharge in abouttwo hours.5Charging is complete.The indicator lamp stops blinking when charging is complete.6Remove the camera.Make sure to unplug the power cable from the power outlet.

19Charging the BatteryFirst StepslCharging Without the COOL-STATION• Charging the battery is possible without using the COOL-STATION. Insert the battery intothe camera, make sure that the camera is turned off, and connect the AC adapter to themulti connector of the camera directly (c15).• The battery can also be charged using the optional MH-62 battery charger (c159).1243

20First StepsSetting Display Language, Date, and TimeA language-selection dialog is displayed the first time the camera is turnedon. 1Press the power switch to turn on thecamera.The power-on lamp (green) will light and the monitorwill turn on.2Use the rotary multi selector to choosethe desired language and press d.For information on using the multi selector, see “TheRotary Multi Selector” (c12).3Choose [Yes] and press d.If [No] is selected, the date and time will not be set.4Press d.The home time zone menu is displayed.If daylight saving time is in effect in the local timezone, see “Daylight Saving Time” on the next page.5Select your home time zone and press d.The date menu is displayed.DateSet time and date?NoYesXTime zoneLondon,CasablancaDaylightSavingXHome time zoneBackLondon,Casablanca

21Setting Display Language, Date, and TimeFirst Steps6Edit the day ([D]) (order of the day,month, and year may differ in someareas) and press d.7Edit the month ([M]) and press d.8Repeat steps 6 and 7 to edit the year([Y]), hour, and minutes. Press d aftersetting each item.The row for setting the order in which the date is dis-played will blink.9Choose the order in which the day,month, and year are displayed and pressd.The settings are applied and monitor display returns toshooting mode.kDaylight Saving TimeIf daylight saving time is in effect, turn on [DaylightSaving] in the time zone menu in step 4and set the date.1 Use the rotary multi selector to choose [DaylightSaving].2Press d to enable daylight saving time (y).The d button toggles the daylight saving time option on and off.3 Use the rotary multi selector to return to step 4 and proceed to step 5.When daylight saving time ends, turn [DaylightSaving] off from the date menu (c117) in thesetup menu. The camera’s clock is automatically set back one hour.DateDMY010000200609DateDMY100000200609DateDMY100000200610DateDMY101015200610

22First StepsInserting Memory CardsPictures are stored in the camera’s internal memory (14 MB) or on removableSecure Digital (SD) memory cards (available separately) (c159). If a memory card is inserted in the camera, pictures are automaticallystored on the memory card and only pictures recorded to the memorycard can be played back, deleted, or transferred. Remove the memorycard to store pictures in the internal memory, or play back or deletepictures from the internal memory.1Turn the camera off and open the bat-tery-chamber/memory card slot cover.If the power-on lamp is lit, press the power switch toturn off the camera.Make sure that the camera is off (power-on lamp isoff) before inserting or removing the memory card.2Insert the memory card.Slide the memory card in until it clicks into place.Close the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover.jInserting Memory CardsInserting the memory card upside down or backwards could damage thecamera or the memory card. Make sure that the memory card is correctlyoriented when inserting.

23Inserting Memory CardsFirst StepsRemoving Memory CardsBefore removing memory cards, turn the cam-era off and confirm that the power-on and indi-cator lamps are off. Open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover and press the card in (1)to partially eject the card (2). The card can thenbe removed by hand.jFormatting Memory CardsIf the message at right is displayed, the memory card must beformatted before use (c125). Note that formatting per-manently deletes all pictures and other data on the mem-ory card. Be sure to make copies of any pictures you wish tokeep before formatting the memory card.Use the rotary multi selector to choose [Format] and press d. Thescreen shown at right will be displayed. To start formatting, choose [Format] again and press d.•Do not turn the camera off or remove the battery or memory card until formattingis complete.• The first time you insert the memory cards used in other devices into the COOLPIX S7c, besure to format them with [Format] (c125).jThe Write Protect SwitchSD memory cards are equipped with a write protectswitch. Pictures cannot be recorded or deleted and thememory card cannot be formatted when this switch is inthe “lock” position. Unlock by sliding the switch to the“write” position.jMemory Cards• Use only Secure Digital memory cards.• Do not perform the following during formatting, while data are being written to or deletedfrom the memory card, or during data transfer to a computer. Failure to observe this pre-caution could result in the loss of data or in damage to the camera or memory card.- Eject the memory card- Remove the battery- Turn off the camera- Disconnect the AC adapter• Do not disassemble or modify.• Do not drop, bend, or expose to water or strong physical shocks.• Do not touch the metal terminals with your fingers or metal objects.• Do not affix labels or stickers to the memory card.• Do not leave in direct sunlight, closed vehicles, or areas exposed to high temperatures.• Do not expose to humidity or to corrosive gases.Card is not formattedNoFormatWrite protect switch

24Basic Photography and Playback: Auto ModeBasic Photography and Playback: Auto ModeStep 1 Turn the Camera On and Select L (Auto) ModeThis section describes how to take pictures in L (auto) mode, an automatic,“point-and-shoot” mode recommended for first-time users of digital cam-eras.1Press the power switch.The power-on lamp will light and the monitor will turnon.Proceed to step 4 when M is displayed.2Press D.3Use the rotary multi selector to chooseL and press d.The camera enters L (auto) mode.4Check the battery level and number ofexposures remaining.Battery levelNumber of exposures remainingThe number of pictures that can be stored depends on the capacity of the memoryor memory card and image mode setting.Monitor DescriptionNO INDICATOR Battery fully charged.wBattery low; charge or replace the battery.Warning!Battery exhaustedwBattery exhausted. Recharge or replace with a fully charged battery.Shooting88MMMwwBattery level indicatorNumber of exposures remaining

25Step 1 Turn the Camera On and Select L (Auto) ModeBasic Photography and Playback: Auto ModeIndicators Displayed in L (Auto) ModelAvailable Functions in L (Auto) ModeIn L (auto) mode, macro close-up mode (c35) can be applied and pictures can be takenusing the flash (c32) and self-timer (c34). Pressing m in L (auto) mode displays theshooting menu. This menu allows you to specify the image mode (c97), white balance set-ting (c99), and to apply exposure compensation (c101), continuous shooting (c102),BSS (c104), ISO sensitivity (c105), color options (c105), AF area (c106), and electronicVR (c57) to suit shooting conditions or your own preferences.lAuto Power Off in L (Auto) Mode (Standby Mode)The monitor will dim to reduce the drain on the battery if no operations are performed forabout five seconds. The monitor will brighten when camera controls are used. At default set-tings, the monitor will turn off altogether if no operations are performed for about a minuteduring shooting and playback. The camera will turn off automatically if no operations are per-formed for another three minutes (c124).88MMMShooting modeM displayed in L (auto) modeImage modeChoose from six options depending on how you plan to use the picture. The default setting is E Normal(3072 × 2304).Internal memory/memory cardMPictures will be recorded to internal memory.OPictures will be recorded to memory card.

26Basic Photography and Playback: Auto ModeStep 2 Frame a Picture1Ready the camera.Hold the camera steadily in both hands, keeping yourfingers and other objects away from the lens, flash,and self-timer lamp.When taking pictures in “tall” orientation, turn thecamera so that the built-in flash is above the lens.2Frame the picture.Position the main subject near the center of the mon-itor.Using the ZoomUse the zoom control to activate optical zoom.Press to t (j) to zoom out, increasing the areavisible in the frame, or to v (k) to zoom in so thatthe subject fills a larger area of the frame.When the camera is zoomed in to the maximum magnification (3×), holdingthe zoom control down to v (k) triggers digital zoom. The subject is magni-fied up to 4×, for a total magnification of 12×.A monitor indicator shows the current zoom ratio.jDigital ZoomUnlike optical zoom, data from the camera’s image sensor are processed digitally with digitalzoom. Details visible at maximum optical zoom are simply enlarged, producing a slightly“grainy” image.88MMMZoom out Zoom inOptical zoom (up to 3×)Zoom indicator turns yellow when digital zoom is in effect.Zoom indicator dis-played when the zoom control is pressed.

27Step 2 Frame a PictureBasic Photography and Playback: Auto ModeElectronic VRElectronic VR (c106) will be enabled in L (auto)mode according to shooting conditions and may beapplied to blurred pictures when they are recorded(L is displayed in the monitor when shooting).Electronic VR can be set to [Off] in the [ElectronicVR] option of the shooting menu (c96).• [Electronic VR] is enabled in [Night portrait] and[Party/indoor] scene modes. Note that in these scene modes, [ElectronicVR] cannot be set to [Off].• [Electronic VR] can also be applied to pictures taken during playback(c57).lHigh-sensitivity Shooting ModeWith high-sensitivity shooting mode (c36), a higher sensitivity is set and the shutter speed isfaster than in L (auto) mode, reducing blurred pictures resulting from subject movement.This mode is also suited for reducing the effects of camera shake when taking pictures in darkplaces.lAnti-shake ModeWhen anti-shake mode (c49) is used, [Electronic VR] (c106) and [BSS] (best shot selector)(c104) are enabled to reduce effects of camera shake and blurred subjects, producing clearimages. With BSS enabled, the camera takes shots to a maximum of ten, they are compared,and the sharpest picture (picture with the highest level of detail) is saved. A higher sensitivityis set, and the shutter speed will be faster than in L (auto) mode. 88MMM

28Basic Photography and Playback: Auto ModeStep 3 Focus and Shoot1Press the shutter-release button halfway.The camera focuses on the subject at the center ofthe frame.When the subject is in focus, the focus indicator(p) is green.When the camera is unable to focus, the focus indica-tor blinks red. Change the composition and try again.2Press the shutter-release button the restof the way down.The picture will be recorded to the memory card orinternal memory.The flash may fire or the AF-assist illuminator maylight if the subject is poorly lit.lShutter-Release ButtonThe camera features a two-stage shutter-release button. To set focus and exposure,press the shutter-release button halfway, stopping when you feel resistance. Focus andexposure lock while the shutter-release button is held in this position. To release theshutter and take a picture, press the shutter-release button the rest of the way down.Do not use force when pressing the shutter-release button, as this may result in camerashake and blurred pictures.88MMMTake pictureSet focus and exposure

29Step 3 Focus and ShootBasic Photography and Playback: Auto ModejDuring RecordingWhile pictures are being recorded, the y (wait) icon will be displayed, and the O (recordingto memory card) or M (recording to internal memory) icon will blink. Do not turn the cameraoff, eject the memory card, or remove or disconnect the power source while these icons aredisplayed. Cutting power or removing the memory card in these circumstances could result inloss of data or in damage to the camera or card.lFocus LockTo focus on off-center subjects when [Center] is selected for [AF area mode] (c106), usefocus lock as described below. Focus lock is also effective to situations where focusing is diffi-cult.*1Position the subject in the center of the frame.2Press the shutter-release button halfway.• Confirm that the focus indicator (p) is green.3Continue holding down the shutter-release buttonhalfway and recompose the picture.• Be sure that the distance between the camera andthe subject does not change.4Press the shutter-release button the rest of the waydown.* Focus lock is recommended in the following situations, where auto focus may not producethe desired results:• Subject is very dark• Objects of sharply differing brightness are included in the scene (e.g., the sun is behind thesubject and is in deep shadow)• No contrast between the subject and surroundings (e.g., when the subject is standing infront of a white wall, wearing a white shirt)• Several objects are at different distances from the camera (e.g., the subject is inside a cage)• Subject is moving rapidly88MMM88MMM88MMM

30Basic Photography and Playback: Auto ModeStep 4 Viewing and Deleting PicturesFull-Frame PlaybackPress o.The last picture taken will be displayed.Use the rotary multi selector to view additional pictures.Rotate quickly to scroll rapidly to the desired picture.Pictures taken in “tall” orientation will be rotated auto-matically (c124). The rotating direction can bechanged (c112).Pictures may be displayed briefly at low resolution whilebeing read from the memory card or internal memory.Press o again to switch to shooting mode.Deleting Pictures1Press T to delete the picture currentlydisplayed in the monitor.2Use the rotary multi selector to select[Yes] and press d.To exit without deleting the picture, choose [No] andpress d.100NIKON100NIKON15:3015:3015:30100NIKON0004.JPG0004.JPG0004.JPG2006.10.102006.10.102006.10.1044OMM44NEEOErase 1 image?Erase 1 image?Erase 1 image?NoYesDone

31Step 4 Viewing and Deleting PicturesBasic Photography and Playback: Auto ModekFull-Frame Playback ModeThe following options are available in full-frame playback mode.Quick Playback ZoomPressing the zoom control to v (k) during full-frame playbackzooms the current picture in 3×, with the center of the picturedisplayed in the monitor (Quick Playback Zoom) (c53).Press d to return to full-frame playback. In Quick Playback Zoom, even pictures displayed in “tall” ori-entation will be displayed in “wide” orientation.kViewing Pictures•When the camera is off, pressing o for one second will turn the camera on in playback mode.• Pictures stored in the internal memory can only be viewed if no memory card is inserted.kDeleting the Last Picture TakenIn shooting mode, press T to delete the last picture taken. Theconfirmation dialog shown at right will be displayed. Use therotary multi selector to choose [Yes] and press d.• To exit without deleting the picture, choose [No] and pressd.Option Press Description cPlayback zoom Zoom con-trol to v (k)Enlarge view of picture currently displayed in monitor up to about 10×.53View thumbnailsZoom con-trol to t (j)Display four, nine, sixteen or twenty-five picture thumbnails. 52Record/play voice memoRecord or play back voice memos up to 20 seconds in length. 59D-Lighting i (m)Enhance brightness and contrast in dark portions of pictures. 56Electronic VR dPress d while displaying a pic-ture to compensate a blurred image.57Play back movies dPress d while displaying a movie to play back movies. 76View playback menu mDisplay the playback menu. 108View playback mode menu DDisplay the playback mode-selec-tion menu. 10Switch to shooting mode oSwitch to the shooting mode selected last time. 30X3.0Erase 1 image?Erase 1 image?Erase 1 image?NoYes

32Basic Photography and Playback: Auto ModeUsing the FlashThe flash has a range of 0.3–7.5 m (1 ft.–24 ft.) when the camera is zoomedout all the way. With maximum optical zoom applied, the range is 0.3–4 m(1 ft.–13 ft.). The following flash modes are available:1Press J (flash mode).The flash menu is displayed.2Use the rotary multi selector to choosethe desired flash mode and press d.The icon for the selected flash mode is displayed atthe top of the monitor.When [Monitor settings] (c120) is set to [Auto info],the icon for the selected flash mode is only displayedfor five seconds after the setting is applied. When setto [Show info], the z icon will only be displayed forfive seconds after the setting is applied. All othericons will remain displayed.The flash mode applied in L (auto) mode and high-sensitivity shooting mode is stored in the camera’smemory even after the camera is turned off.If a setting is not applied by pressing d within fiveseconds, the selection will be cancelled.zAuto (default for L (auto) mode)Flash fires automatically when lighting is poor.AAuto with red-eye reductionReduces “red-eye” in portraits (c33).BOffFlash will not fire even when lighting is poor.JFill flashFlash fires whenever a picture is taken. Use to “fill-in” (illuminate) shadows and back-lit subjects.DSlow syncFlash illuminates main subject; slow shutter speeds are used to capture back-ground at night or under dim light.zzFlash88MMMzz

33Using the FlashBasic Photography and Playback: Auto ModejThe B (Off) IndicatorNote 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).•The W is displayed when the camera automatically increases sensitivity to minimize blurcaused by slow shutter speed. Pictures taken when W is displayed may be slightly mottled.jNote on Using the FlashWhen using the flash at a wide-angle zoom position, reflections from dust particles in the airmay appear as bright spots in pictures. To reduce these reflections, set the flash to B (Off) orzoom in on the subject.kThe AF-assist IlluminatorIf lighting is poor, the AF-assist illuminator may light to assist the focus operation when theshutter-release button is pressed halfway. The illuminator has a maximum range of about1.9 m/6 ft. 2 in. (t) to 1.1 m/3 ft. 6 in. (v). The AF-assist illuminator can be turned off man-ually (c123), although in this case the camera may not focus when lighting is poor.kThe Flash LampThe flash lamp indicates flash status when the shut-ter-release button is pressed halfway.•On: Flash will fire when picture is taken.•Blinks: Flash charging. Wait a few seconds andtry again.•Off: Flash will not fire when picture is taken.kRed-Eye ReductionThe COOLPIX S7c is equipped with an advanced red-eye reduction system. Pre-flashes arefired several times at low intensity before the main flash to reduce “red-eye.” If the cameradetects “red-eye” after a picture is taken, Nikon’s own In-Camera Red-Eye Fix processes theimage as it is recorded. Therefore, there is a slight delay before the shutter-release buttonoperates normally to take another picture. • Not recommended for when shutter-release timing is essential.• Red-eye reduction may not always produce the desired results.• In some rare cases, other portions of pictures may be affected.Use flash modes other than auto with red-eye reduction in above cases.

34Basic Photography and Playback: Auto ModeTaking Pictures with the Self-TimerThe camera is equipped with a ten-second and three-second timer for self-portraits. When using the self-timer, mount the camera on a tripod (recom-mended) or rest it on a flat, level surface.1Press H (self-timer).The self-timer menu is displayed.2Use the rotary multi selector to choose[10s] or [3s] and press d.[10s] (10 seconds): suited for important occasions(such as weddings)[3s] (3 seconds): suited for preventing camera shakeThe mode selected for self-timer is displayed.If a setting is not applied by pressing d within five seconds, the selection will becancelled.3Frame the picture and press theshutter-release button halfway.Focus and exposure will be set.4Press the shutter-release buttonfully.The self-timer starts and the self-timer lampwill blink. The lamp stops blinking one sec-ond before the photograph is taken andremains lit until the shutter is released.The number of seconds remaining beforethe shutter is released is displayed in themonitor.To stop the timer before a picture is taken,press the shutter-release button again.Self-timer3s10s88MMHH101010M88MMHH101010M

35Basic Photography and Playback: Auto ModeMacro Close-up ModeMacro close-up mode is used for taking shots of pictures as close as 4 cm(1.6 in.). Note that the flash may be unable to light entire subject at distancesof less than 30 cm (11.8 in.).1Press L (macro mode).The macro close-up menu is displayed.2Use the rotary multi selector to choose[ON] and press d.The macro close-up mode icon (F) is displayed.The monitor will return to the normal display for thecurrent mode if the setting is not applied by pressingd within five seconds.3Press the zoom control to v (k) or to t(j) to frame the picture.The camera can focus at distances as close as 4 cm(1.6 in.). Zoom is available when F (F) is green.4Press the shutter-release button fully.The macro close-up mode applied in L (auto) modeis stored in the camera’s memory even after the cam-era is turned off.kMacro Close-up ModeIn macro close-up mode, the camera focuses continuously, even when the shutter-releasebutton is not pressed halfway.Macro close-upMFFF

36Shooting Suited for the Scene - High-sensitivity Shooting Mode, Scene ModeShooting Suited for the Scene - High-sensitivity Shooting Mode, Scene ModeHigh-sensitivity Shooting ModeHigh-sensitivity shooting mode offers the following features:• A higher sensitivity is set and the shutter speed will be faster than in L(auto) mode.• Camera shake or blurred subjects will be avoided even in poorly-lit rooms,in sunset, or in night view scenes.• This mode is suited for shooting in dark places compared with shooting inanti-shake mode (c49).1Enter high-sensitivity shootingmode by pressing D in shoot-ing mode, selecting K (use therotary multi selector), and thenpressing d.2Frame the subject and take thepicture.jNotes on High-sensitivity Shooting Mode• This mode reduces effects of camera shake or blurred subjects even in dark places; use of atripod is recommended when the shutter speed is low.• Pictures taken in this mode may become somewhat grainy.• Focus may not be precisely fixed in extremely dark places.lMenus for High-sensitivity ShootingPress m in high-sensitivity shooting mode to display the high-sensitivity menu. The samemenu items can be set as in the shooting menu (c96) for L (auto) mode. [ISO sensitivity]and [Electronic VR] are not available in high-sensitivity shooting mode.High sensitivity 88MMWW

37Shooting Suited for the Scene - High-sensitivity Shooting Mode, Scene ModeAssist Modes and Scene ModesThe camera offers a choice of fifteen “scene”options. Camera settings are automatically opti-mized for the selected subject type.Assist Modes (Four Options)The following modes offer framing assist options to help you compose your shots.Scene Modes (Eleven Options)The following modes allow you to take pictures optimized for a particularsubject type by simply choosing a scene mode and pressing the shutter-release button.lImage Mode and Exposure Compensation[Z Image mode] (c97) and [I Exp. +/–] (c101) can be setin the scene menu and framing assist menu. Changes made tothese settings apply to all shooting modes. Settings made forexposure compensation are reset when the camera is switchedto another mode.B PortraitUse for portraits. The main subject stands out clearly while the background details are softened, lending a sense of depth to the composition.E LandscapeUse for vivid landscape shots that enhance outlines, colors, and contrast in subjects such as skyscapes and forests.P SportsFast shutter speeds freeze fast-moving subjects for dynamic sports scenes.D Night portraitUse for a natural balance between the main subject and background lighting in portraits taken at night.C Party/indoor G Night landscape O CopyH Beach/snow M Close up L Back lightI Sunset N Museum F Panorama assistJ Dusk/dawn K Fireworks showBEPDIJGNKZIOLCMFExitPortraitScene menuImage modeExp. +/-Exit

38Shooting Suited for the Scene - High-sensitivity Shooting Mode, Scene ModeAssist ModesCompose pictures with the help of framing guides displayed in the monitor.Taking Pictures in Assist Modes1Enter scene mode by pressing Din shooting mode, selecting n(use the rotary multi selector), andthen pressing d.2Press m to display the scene menu.3Choose an assist mode and press d.The framing assist menu is displayed.4Choose the appropriate composition andpress d.5Position the subject in the fram-ing guide and take the picture.Framing guides are displayed if available.SceneScene menuExitPortraitLandscapeSportsNight portraitParty/indoorAssist modesBNOPQPortraitExitPortraitPortrait leftPortrait rightPortrait close-upPortrait couple88MMBAA

39Assist ModesShooting Suited for the Scene - High-sensitivity Shooting Mode, Scene ModeB Portrait AssistUse this mode for portraits in which the main sub-ject stands out clearly. Portrait subjects exhibitsmooth, natural-looking skin tones.1Other settings can be selected.2AF-assist illumination is automatically enabled for [Portrait].ku (AF-Assist Illumination)u stands for the AF-assist illumination, which has two options; [Auto] and [Off] (c123).Even when set to [Auto], the u indicator will not be displayed in the monitor.BPortraitCamera focuses on subject in the center of the monitor. No guides are dis-played in the monitor.NPortrait leftCompose shot with subject in left half of frame. Camera focuses on subject inside the framing guides.OPortrait rightCompose shot with subject in the right half of frame. Camera focuses on sub-ject inside the framing guides.PPortrait close-upCompose shot with subject’s face in top half of frame. Camera focuses on face inside the framing guides.QPortrait coupleCompose shot with two subjects side-by-side. Camera focuses on subjects inside the framing guides.CPortrait figureCompose shot in “tall” orientation. Camera focuses on subject inside the framing guides. Pictures taken in “tall” orientation are displayed in the same “tall” orientation in the monitor.CA1HOff1FOff uOff2

40Assist ModesShooting Suited for the Scene - High-sensitivity Shooting Mode, Scene ModeE Landscape AssistUse this mode for vivid landscapes, cityscapes, andportraits featuring a landmark in the background.1Flash is set to z for [Group left] and [Group right]. Other settings can be selected.2Other settings can be selected.lFocusing at InfinityThe focus indicator (c28) is always green when the shutter-release button is pressed half-way when [Landscape], [Scenic view], or [Architecture] is selected for landscape assist mode.Note, however, that objects in the foreground may not always be in focus.ELandscapeCamera focuses at infinity. No guides are displayed in the monitor.SScenic viewUse to photograph distant skylines. Camera focuses at infinity. Match top of skyline with wavy yellow guide.UArchitectureUse to photograph buildings. Camera focuses at infinity. A grid is displayed in the monitor to help keep verticals and horizontals aligned with the frame.VGroup rightUse to compose portraits with portrait subjects to right and landmark or other objects in background at left of frame.WGroup leftUse to compose portraits with portrait subjects to left and landmark or other objects in background at right of frame.CB1HOff2FOff uOff

41Assist ModesShooting Suited for the Scene - High-sensitivity Shooting Mode, Scene ModeP Sports AssistUse this mode for dynamic action shots that freezethe action in a single shot or record motion in aseries of pictures. No framing guides are displayed.lSports AssistWhen [Sports] or [Sport composite] is selected in sports assist mode, the camera focuses con-tinuously on the center of the frame, even when the shutter-release button is not pressedhalfway.PSportsPictures are taken continuously while the shutter-release button is pressed. When the image mode is E Normal(3072), camera takes 7 shots at about 1.4 frames per second. Camera focuses continuously even when the shutter-release button is not pressed halfway.XSport spectatorAs above, except that camera focuses at ranges of about 4.5 m (14.8 ft.) to infinity at maximum wide-angle zoom position and about 6 m (19.7 ft.) to infinity at maximum telephoto position.YSport compositeEach time shutter-release button is pressed, camera takes 16 shots in about 2.4 seconds and arranges them in four rows to form a single picture (f Normal (1600)). Camera focuses continuously even when the shutter-release but-ton is not pressed halfway.CB H Off FOff uOff

42Assist ModesShooting Suited for the Scene - High-sensitivity Shooting Mode, Scene ModeD Night Portrait AssistUse this mode to achieve a natural balancebetween the main subject and background lightingin portraits taken at night. This mode offers thesame assist options as portrait assist mode (c39).• Electronic VR will be applied when shooting atslow shutter speeds (c106).1Fill flash with slow sync and red-eye reduction.2Other settings can be selected.3AF-assist illumination is automatically enabled for [Night portrait].Q: Use of a tripod is recommended.R: Noise reduction may be automatically applied as pictures taken arerecorded; results in increased recording times.CA1HOff2FOff uOff3QR

43Shooting Suited for the Scene - High-sensitivity Shooting Mode, Scene ModeScene ModesTaking Pictures in Scene Modes1Enter scene mode by pressingD in shooting mode, selectingn (use the rotary multi selec-tor), and then pressing d.2Press m.3Choose a scene mode and press d.Three pages of scene modes are available, beginningwith [Party/indoor] and ending with [Panoramaassist].4Frame the subject and take thepicture.SceneHIJGScene menuExitBeach/snowSunsetDusk/dawnNight landscapeClose upScene modes88MMH

44Scene ModesShooting Suited for the Scene - High-sensitivity Shooting Mode, Scene ModeFeatures1Fill flash with slow sync and red-eye reduction. Other settings can be selected.2Other settings can be selected.1Other settings can be selected.1Other settings can be selected.1Other settings can be selected.C Party/indoorCaptures the effects of candlelight and other indoor back-ground lighting.• Camera focuses on subject in center of frame.•Hold the camera steadily to prevent camera shake in dark places.• Electronic VR (c106) will be applied when flash mode is set to fill flash with slow sync and red-eye reduction, off, slow sync, or when shutter speed is slow.CA1HOff2FOff uAutoH Beach/snowCaptures the brightness of such subjects as snowfields, beaches, or sunlit expanses of water. • Camera focuses on subject in center of frame.Cz1HOff1FOff uAutoI Sunset QPreserves the deep hues seen in sunsets and sunrises. • Camera focuses on the subject in the center of the frame.CB1HOff1FOff uAutoJ Dusk/dawn QRPreserves the colors seen in the weak natural light before sun-rise or after sunset. • Camera focuses at infinity. The AF indicator (c28) always lights; however, focus may not be set for near subjects, while the camera focuses at infinity.CB H Off1FOff uOff

45Scene ModesShooting Suited for the Scene - High-sensitivity Shooting Mode, Scene Mode1Other settings can be selected.1Other settings can be selected.1Other settings can be selected.Q: Use of a tripod is recommended.R: Noise reduction may be automatically applied as pictures taken arerecorded; results in increased recording times.G Night landscape QRSlow shutter speeds are used to produce stunning night land-scapes. • Camera focuses at infinity. The AF indicator (c28) always lights; however, focus may not be set for near subjects, while the camera focuses at infinity.CB H Off1FOff uOffM Close upPhotograph flowers, insects, and other small objects at close range.• The camera can focus at distances as close as 4 cm (1.6 in.). Zoom is available when F is green.• Camera focuses continuously until shutter-release button is pressed halfway to lock focus. • Macro close-up shooting (c35) can be used for this option.• Hold the camera steadily to prevent camera shake.Cz1HOff1FOn uAutoN MuseumUse indoors where flash photography is prohibited (for exam-ple, in museums and art galleries) or in other settings in which you do not want to use the flash. • Camera focuses on subject in center of frame.•BSS (c104) turns on automatically. • Hold the camera steadily to prevent camera shake.CB H Off1FOff1uOff

46Scene ModesShooting Suited for the Scene - High-sensitivity Shooting Mode, Scene Mode1Other settings can be selected.1Other settings can be selected.K Fireworks show QSlow shutter speeds are used to capture the expanding burst of light from a firework.• Camera focuses at infinity. The AF indicator (c28) always lights; however, focus may not be set for near subjects, while the camera focuses at infinity.• [Exp +/-] cannot be applied.CB H Off FOff uOffO CopyProvides clear pictures of text or drawings on a white board or in print.• Camera focuses on subject in center of frame.• Use macro close-up mode (c35) to focus at short ranges. • Colored text and drawings may not show up well.CB1HOff1FOff1uAutoL Back lightUse when light is coming from behind your subject, throwing features or details into shadow. The flash fires automatically to “fill in” (illuminate) shadows. • Camera focuses on subject in center of frame.CJ H Off1FOff uAuto

47Scene ModesShooting Suited for the Scene - High-sensitivity Shooting Mode, Scene Mode1Other settings can be selected.Taking Pictures for a PanoramaThe camera focuses on the subject in the center of the frame. Use a tripodfor best results.1Use the rotary multi selector to choose[F Panorama assist] in the scene menuand press d.The yellow panorama direction icon (E) is displayed toshow the direction in which pictures will be joined.2Choose the direction and press d.Select how pictures will be joined together in the com-pleted panorama; right (V), left (U), up (S), or down (T).The panorama direction icon (E) is displayed to the direc-tion pressed, and changes to white when d is pressed. Set the flash (c32), self-timer (c34), and macro close-up mode (c35) in this step, if necessary.Press J to reselect the direction.3Take the first picture.The first picture is displayed in the first thirdof the monitor.F Panorama assistUse when taking a series of pictures that will later be joined to form a single pan-orama using PictureProject.CB1HOff1FOff1uAutoKOLNFScene menuExitMuseumPanorama assistBack lightCopyFireworks show88MMFBB88MMFBB

48Scene ModesShooting Suited for the Scene - High-sensitivity Shooting Mode, Scene Mode4Take the second picture.Compose the next picture so that it over-laps the first picture.Repeat until you have taken the necessarynumber of pictures to complete the scene.5Press the rotary multi selector J whenshooting is completed.The camera returns to step 2.jPanorama AssistFlash mode (c32), self-timer (c34), and macro close-up (c35) cannot be adjusted afterthe first picture is taken. Pictures cannot be deleted, nor can zoom or image-mode setting(c97) be adjusted until the series is finalized.lExposure LockG (white) is displayed to show that white balance and expo-sure have been locked at the values set with the first shot. Allpictures taken in a panorama series have the same exposureand white-balance settings.77MMFGGBB44MMFBBGG77MMFGGBB

49Anti-shake ModeAnti-shake ModeShooting in Anti-shake ModeAnti-shake mode offers the following features:• This mode reduces effects of camera shake or blurred subjects, and pro-duces clear images.• [Electronic VR] (c106) and [BSS] (best shot selector) are enabled. Elec-tronic VR compensates blurred images. BSS is on, camera takes shots to amaximum of ten, they are compared and sharpest picture (picture withhighest level of detail) is saved (c104).• The higher sensitivity is set and the shutter speed will be faster than in L(auto) mode.• Flash mode and self-timer are set to off.1Press d (F) (anti-shake).The camera enters anti-shake mode. Press again toreturn to the shooting mode selected with the mode-selection menu.2Frame the subject and take thepicture.When vibration is detected during shooting,automatic compensation is activated.When compensation is complete, new copyis stored. The L icon (c8) for the newcopy is displayed when played back.jNotes on Anti-shake Mode• Shutter speed is limited to a certain value for dark subjects.• Use of the high-sensitivity mode (c36) is recommended for shooting subjects in darkplaces.• Pictures taken in this mode may become somewhat grainy. • Even if [Date imprint] (c121) is enabled, the date will not be imprinted.lImage Mode and Exposure Compensation in Anti-shake ModeWhen m is pressed in anti-shake mode, the menu is displayed to enable set the imagemode (c97) or exposure compensation (c101). Settings made for exposure compensationare reset when the camera is switched to another mode.88MMWWBB

50One-Touch Portrait ModeOne-Touch Portrait ModeTaking Pictures in the One-Touch Portrait ModeFor portrait shots, press the m button when the camera is in L (auto) mode,high-sensitivity shooting mode, scene mode, movie mode, and anti-shake 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(c33). Macro close-up is not available in one-touch portrait mode.Press m again to return to the shooting mode selected with the mode-selec-tion menu.1Press m (one-touch portraitmode).A yellow K guide is displayed.2Frame a picture using the K guide.When the camera detects a face, the guide is dis-played with a double yellow border.When the camera detects more than one face, theclosest face is framed by a double border and the restby a single border. The camera focuses on the faceframed by the double border. If the camera loses itsability to detect a face (for example, because the subject has looked away fromthe camera), borders are no longer displayed and monitor display returns to thatshown in step 1.3Press the shutter-release buttonhalfway.Focus and exposure are set, and the doubleborder turns green.4Press the shutter-release button the restof the way down to take a picture.AAA

51One-Touch Portrait ModeThe One-Touch Portrait MenuPress m in one-touch portrait mode to display the one-touch portraitmenu. In addition to image mode and exposure compensation, portraiteffects (reducing vividness of skin tones, softening overall image) can be set.1The options chosen in this menu are stored until [Reset all] (c127) is performed inthe setup menu.2The options chosen in this menu will be reset by switching to other shooting modes. jFace-Priority AF• The camera’s ability to detect faces depends on a variety of factors, including whether ornot the subject is facing the camera.• The camera focuses continuously until a face is detected.• If the yellow double border blinks when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway, thecamera was unable to focus. Release the button and try again.• If no face is recognized when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway, the camerafocuses on the center of the frame.• The camera may be unable to detect faces in the following situations:- When faces are partially hidden by sunglasses or other obstructions- When faces take up too much or too little of the framekSettings for One-Touch Portrait Mode• Flash: Changeable• Self-timer: Available• Macro close-up: OffZImage mode1Choose an image size and quality (c97).IExp. +/– 2Adjust exposure for very bright or very dark subjects (c101).BPortrait effect1Choose from [Normal], [Brighter] (reduces vividness of skin tones), and [Softer] (soft effect).

52More on PlaybackMore on PlaybackViewing Multiple Pictures: Thumbnail PlaybackPress the zoom control to t (j) in full-frameplayback (c30) to display pictures in “contactsheets” of thumbnail images. The following opera-tions can be performed while thumbnails are dis-played:To Press Description cChoose pictures Use the rotary multi selector to choose pic-tures. 12Change number of pictures dis-playedxDisplay 4, 9, 16 or 25 picture thumbnails in the following order, when the zoom control is pressed to t (j): 4→9→16→25When the zoom control is pressed to v (k), the number of picture thumbnails changes reversely.–Cancel thumb-nail playback dCancel thumbnail playback and return to full-screen playback. 30D-Lighting i(m)Enhance brightness and contrast in dark por-tions of pictures. 56Delete picture TConfirmation dialog will be displayed. Choose [Yes] and press d to delete. 30View playback menu mDisplay the playback menu. 108View playback mode menu DDisplay the playback mode-selection menu. 10Switch to shoot-ing mode oSwitch to the shooting mode selected last time. 30

53More on PlaybackTaking a Closer Look: Playback ZoomPressing the zoom control to v(k) during full-frameplayback (c30) zooms the current picture in 3×,with the center of the picture displayed in the moni-tor (Quick Playback Zoom).The guide in the lower right shows where the part of thepicture is enlarged. The part of the picture displayed ischanged by pressing the rotary multi selector GHIJ.With the zoom control in quick zoom playback, youcan enlarge pictures in the desired magnificationratio. While image is zoomed in, the zoom ratio isdisplayed on the monitor. The following operationscan be performed while pictures are zoomed in:jNote on Enlarging Vertically Taken ImagesVertically taken images (c124) cannot be rotated in quick playback zoom or zoom mode.Images can be displayed by pressing the zoom control to v (k) in full-frame playback. Pressagain to v (k) to display the image enlarged horizontally.To Press Description cZoom inZoom control to v (k)Zoom increases each time the zoom control is pressed to v (k), to a maximum of 10×. –Zoom outZoom control to t (j)Zoom decreases each time the zoom control is pressed to t (j). When the magnification ratio reaches 1×, the display returns to full-frame playback.–View other areas of picturePress the rotary multi selector GHIJ to scroll to areas of the picture not visible in the monitor.12Crop picture Crop current picture to contain only the por-tion visible in the monitor. 55Switch to full-frame playback dCancel playback zoom and return to full-screen playback. 30Delete picture TConfirmation dialog will be displayed. Choose [Yes] and press d to select. 30View playback menu mDisplay the playback menu. 108View playback mode menu DDisplay the playback mode-selection menu. 10Switch to shoot-ing mode oSwitch to the shooting mode selected last time. 30X3.0X4.0

54More on PlaybackEditing PicturesUse the COOLPIX S7c to edit pictures in-camera and store them as separatefiles (c160). The editing features described below are available.kPicture Editing• The COOLPIX S7c editing functions may not be available for pictures taken with non-COOLPIX S7c digital cameras.• If a copy created using the COOLPIX S7c is viewed on a different digital camera, the picturemay not be displayed or may not be transferred to a computer.• Editing functions are not available when there is not enough free space in the internalmemory or on the memory card.lRestrictions on Picture Editing* Includes pictures taken in anti-shake mode.• Pictures cannot be edited twice with the same editing function.• The D-Lighting or electronic VR should be done first while the restricted use of combinationexists.lOriginal Pictures and Edited• Copies created with editing functions are not deleted if the original pictures are deleted.The original pictures are not deleted if copies created with editing functions are deleted.• Edited copies are stored with the same recording date and time as the original.• Edited copies have the same transfer marking (c112) as the original but are not markedfor printing (c93) or protecting (c111).Editing function DescriptionCrop Enlarge the image or refine the composition and create a copy containing only the portion visible in the monitor.D-Lighting Create a copy of the current picture with enhanced bright-ness and contrast, brightening dark portions of the picture.Electronic VR Sharpen blurred images digitally after they are taken. Cor-rected images are stored as new files.Small picture Create a small copy of pictures suitable for use on web pages or as e-mail attachments.2nd editing1st editing Crop D-LightingElectronic VRSmall pictureCrop ––– –D-Lighting y–yyElectronic VR* yy –ySmall picture ––– –(y: available, –: not available)

55Editing PicturesMore on PlaybackCreating a Cropped Copy: CropThis function is only available when N:u is displayed in the monitor withplayback zoom (c53) enabled. Cropped copies are stored as separate files.1Press the zoom control to v (k) to zoomin on the image.2Refine copy composition.Press the zoom control to v or t to adjust the zoomratio.Press the rotary multi selector GHIJ to scroll thepicture until only the portion you want to copy is visi-ble in the monitor.3Press the shutter-release button.The confirmation dialog will be displayed.4Use the rotary multi selector to choose[Yes] and press d.A new picture, containing only the portion visible inthe monitor, is created.Depending on the size of the original picture and the zoom ratio in effect at the time the copywas created, the camera will automatically select one of the following image-mode settingsfor cropped copies (unit: pixels).•d 2,592 × 1,944 • a 2,288 × 1,712 • e 2,048 × 1,536•f 1,600 × 1,200 • g 1,280 × 960 • h 1,024 × 768•i 640 × 480 • J 320 × 240 • K 160 × 120X4.0Save this imageSave this imageas displayed?as displayed?Save this imageas displayed?NoYes

56Editing PicturesMore on PlaybackEnhancing Brightness and Contrast: D-LightingD-Lighting can be used to create copies with enhanced brightness and con-trast, brightening dark portions of a picture. Enhanced copies are stored asseparate files.1Display the desired picture in full-frame (c30) orthumbnail (c52) playback and press i (m).The results of D-Lighting enhancement can be confirmed in themonitor.2Use the rotary multi selector to choose[OK] and press d.A new copy with enhanced brightness and contrast iscreated.To cancel D-Lighting, choose [Cancel] and press d.D-Lighting copies can be recognized by the i icondisplayed during playback.D-LightingOKCancel100NIKON100NIKON15:3015:3015:30100NIKON2006.10.102006.10.102006.10.100003.JPG0003.JPG0003.JPG433 4OMMNEEDDO

57Editing PicturesMore on PlaybackCompensating Blurred Images: Electronic VRVibration reduction is used to create a new image by compensating theblurred image. Created copies are stored as separated files.1Choose the desired image in full-frameplayback (c30).When the X indicator is displayed, vibration reduc-tion is not available.2Press d (F) (electronic VR).3Use the rotary multi selector to choose[OK] and press d.Compensated image is created.To cancel vibration reduction, choose [Cancel] andpress d.For compensated images, the L indicator is dis-played in the monitor during playback.jNote on Electronic VRIn addition to the restrictions described in “Restrictions on Picture Editing” (c54), electronicVR cannot be used for the following pictures:•Pictures taken with Multi-shot 16 (c102), with slow shutter speeds, or with other cameras.• Pictures with date imprint (c121).• Pictures with minor blur, or pictures that are badly blurred.100NIKON100NIKON15:3015:3015:30100NIKON0004.JPG0004.JPG0004.JPG2006.10.102006.10.102006.10.1044OMM44NEEOReduce blur?Reduce blur?Reduce blur?OKCancel100NIKON100NIKON15:3015:3015:30100NIKON0004.JPG0004.JPG0004.JPG2006.10.102006.10.102006.10.1044OMM44NEEO

58Editing PicturesMore on PlaybackH Resizing Pictures: Small PictureCreate a small copy of the current picture. Small copies are stored as JPEGfiles with a compression ratio of 1:16. The following sizes are available.1Display the desired picture in full-frame(c30) or thumbnail (c52) playbackmode and press m.The playback menu is displayed.2Use the rotary multi selector to choose[Small pic.] and press d.3Choose the desired copy size and pressd.A confirmation dialog will be displayed.To cancel, press m.4Choose [Yes] and press d.A new, smaller copy is created.I 640×480 Suited to television playback.J 320×240 Suited to display on web pages.K 160×120 Suitable for e-mail attachments.Playback menuExitRotate imageSmall pic.CopySmall pic.320X240Exit640X480160X120YesNoCreate small picture file?Create small picture file?Create small picture file?

59More on PlaybackVoice Memos: Recording and PlaybackUse the camera’s built-in microphone to record voice memos for picturesmarked with N:O in full-frame playback (c30).Recording Voice MemosA voice memo will be recorded while theshutter-release button is held down.Recording ends after about 20 seconds orwhen the shutter-release button is released.• Do not touch the built-in microphoneduring recording.• During recording, y and P blink inthe monitor display.Playing Voice MemosPress the shutter-release button while a pic-ture is displayed in full-frame playback toplay voice memo. Playback ends when thevoice memo ends or the shutter-releasebutton is pressed again.• Pictures with voice memos can be recog-nized by the N:P and P icons.• Use the zoom control to adjust playback volume. Press to t (j) to lowervolume, or to v (k) to raise volume.Deleting Voice MemosSelect a picture with a voicememo and press T. Use therotary multi selector tochoose [P] and press d.Only the voice memo will bedeleted.jVoice Memos• Voice memos are assigned the picture file name they are attached to with the three-letterextension “.WAV” (e.g., DSCN0015.WAV) (c160).• If a voice memo already exists for the current picture, it must be deleted before a new voicememo can be recorded.17s17s17sMMyPP100NIKON100NIKON15:3015:3015:30100NIKON2006.10.102006.10.100004.JPG0004.JPG0004.JPG2006.10.1044 44MMNEEDDPPPPMMErase 1 image?Erase 1 image?Erase 1 image?NoYes

60More on PlaybackViewing Pictures by DatePictures taken on a specific date can be selected for viewing, deletion, print-ing, protection, and transfer.The date can be selected from a calendar or a list.Selecting a Date in Calendar Mode1Enter calendar mode by pressingD in playback mode, selectingJ (use the rotary multi selec-tor), and then pressing d.2Choose a date and press d.Dates for which pictures exist are underlined in yel-low.Press the zoom control to t (j) to view previousmonth, press to v (k) to view following month.The first picture for that date will be displayed full-frame.Press the zoom control in full-frame playback to t(j) to return to calendar mode. Calendar332006.10.102006.10.1015:3015:302006.10.1015:3031 31OMMNEEO

61Viewing Pictures by DateMore on PlaybackSelecting a Date in List-by-Date Mode1Enter list-by-date mode bypressing D, selecting L (usethe rotary multi selector) inplayback mode, and then press-ing d.Dates for which pictures exist will be listed.2Choose date and press d.Camera lists up to 30 dates. If pictures exist for morethan 30 dates, all pictures recorded earlier than mostrecent 29 dates will be listed together as [Others].The first picture for that date will be displayed full-frame.Press the zoom control in full-frame playback to t(j) to return to the date list.List by dateList by date10.10.2006 32509.10.200608.10.20062006.10.102006.10.1015:3015:302006.10.1015:3031 31OMMNEEO

62Viewing Pictures by DateMore on PlaybackUsing Calendar Mode and List-by-Date ModejNotes on Calendar Mode and List-by-date Mode• Up to 9,000 pictures can be registered in calendar mode or in list-by-date mode. If morepictures exist, “*” is displayed next to the number. • Pictures taken with no date stamp are not listed in these modes. To Press Description cSelect date Use the rotary multi selector to select a date. –Select month (cal-endar mode only) xPress to t (j) to view previous month, press to v (k) to view following month. –Switch to full-frame playback dDisplay the first picture taken on the selected date. –Delete picture TPress after selecting a date, and a confirma-tion dialog will be displayed. Choose [Yes] and press d to delete all pictures taken on the selected date.30View calendar or list-by-date menu mDisplay the calendar or list-by-date menu. 64View playback mode menu DDisplay the playback mode-selection menu. 10Switch to shoot-ing mode oSwitch to the shooting mode selected last time. 30

63Viewing Pictures by DateMore on PlaybackThe following operations are available when in full-frame playback:To Press Description cView other pic-turesUse the rotary multi selector to choose and view other pictures. 30Zoom in v(k)A maximum of 10× zoom in is available after using Quick Playback Zoom. 53Switch to calen-dar/list-by-date mode playbackt (j)Switch to the calendar or list-by-date mode selected before viewing in full-frame play-back.–Record/play voice memoRecord or play back voice memos up to 20 seconds in length. 59D-Lighting i (m)Enhance brightness and contrast in dark por-tions of pictures. 56Electronic VR dPress d while displaying a picture to com-pensate a blurred image. 57View movie dMovie playback will start. 76Delete picture TConfirmation dialog will be displayed. Choose [Yes] and press d to delete. 30View calendar or list-by-date menu mDisplay the calendar or list-by-date menu. 64View playback mode menu DDisplay the playback mode-selection menu. 10Switch to shoot-ing mode oSwitch to the shooting mode selected last time. 30

64Viewing Pictures by DateMore on PlaybackCalendar Mode and List-by-Date Mode MenusPress m in either mode to display the following menus for only the pic-tures taken on the specified date.Print set c93Slide show c110Delete c111Protect c111Transfer marking c112Rotate image* c112Small picture* c58* During full-frame playback onlyThe procedure for selecting pictures in calendar or date list playback differsfrom that in full-frame playback.• In calendar or date list playback, the options apply to all pictures taken onthe currently selected date.• In full-frame playback, although the options apply only to the picture cur-rently displayed full frame, other pictures taken on the same date can beselected.jPrint Set and Transfer MarkingIf [Print set] or [Transfer marking] is selected from the menu for the calendar or date list whenprint or transfer marking already exists for dates other than the specified date, a confirmationdialog [Save print marking for other dates?] or [Save transfer marking for other dates?] will bedisplayed. Select [Yes] to add to the existing print or transfer marking. Selecting [No] removesthe existing print or transfer marking from all pictures in the internal memory or on the mem-ory card, ensuring that only pictures taken on the specific date are selected for printing ortransfer.lFull-Frame PlaybackWhen pictures are displayed full frame in calendar or list-by-date mode, the respective icon isdisplayed in the top left corner, and the date and time of recording are displayed in place ofthe folder name and file number and type.2006.10.102006.10.1015:3015:302006.10.1015:3031 31OMMNEEODate/timeCalendar mode/List-by-date mode

65More on PlaybackPictmotion by muveePictmotion* creates slide show movies with custom transitions and back-ground music.It is only available when a memory card is inserted in the camera.* Pictmotion is powered by muvee Technologies.Creating a Pictmotion MovieThis section describes the easiest way to create a Pictmotion movie.1Enter Pictmotion mode by press-ing D in playback mode,selecting P (use the rotarymulti selector), and then press-ing d.2Choose M and press d.3Choose [All images] and press d.A Pictmotion movie using the ten most recent pic-tures (default setting) will be created.After the created Pictmotion movie is automaticallyplayed back, a confirmation dialog will be displayed.4Choose [Yes] and press d.The Pictmotion movie is saved and the monitor dis-play returns to that shown in step 2.Settings for saved Pictmotion movies cannot bechanged. If you wish to change the settings, deletethe Pictmotion movie and create a new Pictmotionmovie with the desired settings. Pictmotion by muveeAll imagesChoose dateConfirmPicture selectionSave Pictmotion?Save Pictmotion?Save Pictmotion?NoChange settingsYes

66Pictmotion by muveeMore on PlaybackCreating a Custom Pictmotion Movie1Use the rotary multi selector to choose[Confirm] in the picture selection menu(c65, step 3) and press d.The check box is selected (y).2Choose [All images] or [Choose date] and press d.[All images]: Proceed to step 4[Choose date]: Proceed to step 33Select a date and press the shutter-release button.Choose a date and press d to mark (y).4Select pictures and press the shutter-release button.If [All images] is selected in step 2, all pictures will bedisplayed. If [Choose date] is selected, only picturestaken on the date selected in step 3 will be displayed.Choose pictures and press d to select (up to 30).Press the zoom control to v (k) to view selected pic-ture full-frame; press to t (j) to return to thumb-nail display.After the created Pictmotion movie is automatically played back, a confirmationdialog will be displayed.5Choose [Yes] and press d.The Pictmotion movie is saved.All imagesChoose dateConfirmPicture selectionChoose dateConfirmimages totalON/OFF10.10.2006 325509.10.200608.10.2006BackSelect imageConfirmON/OFFBack5/30[Choose date] Save Pictmotion?Save Pictmotion?Save Pictmotion?NoChange settingsYes

67Pictmotion by muveeMore on PlaybackjNotes on Pictmotion• Pictmotion supports both still pictures and movie files; note, however, that in the case ofmovies only a small portion selected from the first 60 seconds of each movie will beincluded.• If the current memory card holds 20 Pictmotion movies, no additional movies can be cre-ated until an existing movie has been deleted.• The pictures in a Pictmotion movie are automatically protected when the movie is saved(c111).lPictureProject (Windows only)• The Windows version of the supplied PictureProject software can be used to transfer Pict-motion movies to a computer for viewing and to copy up to five three-minute customsound tracks to a memory card inserted in the camera; see the PictureProject ReferenceManual (on CD) for details.• Pictmotion movies can also be transferred to a computer using the [Easy Transfer (PM)] or[PC mode] option of wireless transfer mode (c130). lDeleting Pictmotion MoviesTo delete a Pictmotion movie, choose the desired movie file in the Pictmotion menu (c65,step 2), and press T. Protection (c111) is not removed when the Pictmotion is deleted.

68Pictmotion by muveeMore on PlaybackOther Options for Pictmotion MoviesPressing m in the Pictmotion screen (c65, step 2) displays the Pictmotionsettings menu, while pressing it in the save confirmation dialog (c65, step 4)displays the change settings menu. The following options are available.Background MusicChoose from five preset music tracks and five user-defined tracks. Preset musictracks include [High-speed], [Emotional], [Natural], [Up-tempo], and [Relaxed].• Preset tracks can be played back by pressing the zoom control to v (k).User-defined tracks cannot be played back.•Music tracks from a computer will be added to the user-defined track list. Namesof the tracks are displayed in the list only when transferred from a computer.EffectsChoose from [Motion], [Moody], [Pro-slow], [Pro-fast], and [Classic].•Press the zoom control to v (k) to preview selected style on the left side of the monitor.Playback OrderRandom: Play back pictures in random order.Play in order: Play back pictures in order recorded.LoopRepeat music: Repeat background track until all pictures have beenplayed at least once (some pictures may be repeated).Repeat photos: Play background track once, repeating or omittingpictures as necessary.• In some cases, pictures may be shown repeatedly regardless of the setting.Selected ImagesThis option can only be set from the Pictmotion settings menu.Choose from 10, 20, 30 or [No auto select].For example, if [20 pictures] is selected, the last 20 pictures are chosen for thePictmotion movie. This number can be changed, however, when creating acustomized Pictmotion movie. When [Confirm] is selected in picture selectionscreen (c66, step 1), the number of pictures chosen in step 4 will be used.Background musicExitMotionRandomRepeat photos10 picturesHigh-speedBackground musicBackMotionRandomRepeat photosHigh-speedPictmotion settings menuChange settings menu

69Pictmotion by muveeMore on PlaybackViewing Pictmotion Movies1Enter Pictmotion playback modeby pressing D in playbackmode, selecting P (use therotary multi selector), and thenpressing d.2Use the rotary multi selector to choosethe desired Pictmotion movie and pressd.3Choose [Play] and press d.Playback starts.If [Loop] is selected, the movie will repeat automati-cally. To select or deselect [Loop], choose [Loop] andpress d.Zoom control controls volume.To pause the movie, press d during playback.4Choose [End] and press d.Monitor returns to that shown in step 2.To resume playback, choose [Restart] and press d.Pictmotion by muveeLoopPlayPausePictmotionRestartEnd

70MoviesMoviesRecording MoviesTo shoot movies with sound recorded via the built-in microphone, selectshooting mode and follow the steps below.1Enter movie mode by pressingD in shooting mode, selectingS (use the rotary multi selec-tor), and then pressing d.Exposure count display shows maximumtotal length of movie that can berecorded.2Press the shutter-release buttonfully to start recording.A progress bar at the bottom of the monitorshows the amount of recording time remain-ing.To end recording, press the shutter-releasebutton all the way down a second time.Recording will automatically stop if the internal memory or memory card becomesfull.jRecording Movies• The flash (c32) can only be used for time-lapse and stop-motion movies. The self-timer(c34) cannot be used, and exposure compensation (c101) is not available. Macro mode(c35), however, is available in all modes.• Digital zoom (up to 2×) can be applied while movies are being recorded. Adjust opticalzoom before beginning recording. Once recording begins, optical zoom cannot beadjusted.lChanging Movie SettingsMovie options, auto-focus mode, or electronic VR can be changed (c71).MovieMM29s29s29sy

71MoviesThe Movie MenuPress m in movie mode to display the movie menu.TMovie options c72Choose type of movie that will be recorded.YAuto-focus mode c75Choose how camera focuses in movie mode.cElectronic VR c75Reduce effects of camera shake.

72The Movie MenuMoviesSelecting Movie OptionsThe movie menu offers the options shown below.* Movies can be as long as free space in the internal memory or on the memory cardallows. All figures are approximate. Maximum movie length or frames varies withmake of memory card.Option DescriptionMaximum movie length/frames*Internal memory (14 MB)Memory card (256 MB)QTV movie 640AMovies are recorded at 30 frames per second. Each frame is 640 × 480 pix-els in size.12 sec. 3 min.40 sec.uSmall size 320AMovies are recorded at 30 frames per second. Each frame is 320 × 240 pix-els in size.25 sec. 7 min.20 sec.SSmall size 320(default)Movies are recorded at 15 frames per second. Each frame is 320 × 240 pix-els in size.49 sec. 14 min. 30 sec.WPictmotion 320Movies are recorded at 15 frames per second. Each frame is 320 × 240 pix-els in size. Recording automatically stops after 60 seconds. Suited for Pictmotion movies (c65).49 sec. 1 min.USmaller size 160Movies are recorded at 15 frames per second. Each frame is 160 × 120 pix-els in size. Small size allows for recording of longer movies.2 min.44 sec. 48 min.VTime-lapse movieAThe camera takes pictures at speci-fied intervals and joins them into a silent movie. Each frame is 640 × 480 pixels in size. Playback frame rate is 30 fps. 149 frames 1,800 framesEStop-motion moviePictures can be taken at desired intervals and joined into a silent movie. Each frame is 640 × 480 pix-els in size. Playback frame rate is 15 fps. 149 frames 1,800 frames

73The Movie MenuMoviesTime-Lapse MoviesRecord flowers opening or butterflies emerging from cocoons. Charge thebattery before shooting begins.1Use the rotary multi selector to choose[Movie options] and press d.2Choose [Time-lapse movieA] and pressd.3Choose the interval between shots andpress d.4Press m.The camera returns to shooting mode.5Press the shutter-release button all the way down to start recording.Monitor turns off and indicator lamp blinks green between shots.Monitor reactivates automatically for the next shot.6Press the shutter-release button all the way down a secondtime to end recording.Recording will automatically stop if the internal memory or memory card becomesfull, or when a maximum of 1,800 frames (up to 60 seconds) have been recorded.SMovieExitMovie optionsAuto-focus modeElectronic VRMovie optionsExitTime-lapse movieStop-motion movieSet interval time30s1m5m10m30mExit149149149MM

74The Movie MenuMoviesStop-Motion Movies1Use the rotary multi selector to choose[Movie options] > [Stop-motion movie]and press d.2Press m.The camera returns to shooting mode.3Press the shutter-release button to record the first frame.The recorded picture will be superimposed on the view through the lens.4Press the shutter-release button to record the second frame.The second frame will be superimposed on the first frame.The monitor turns off automatically if no operations are performed for 30 minutes(auto off), and recording ends.5Press d to end recording.Recording automatically ends when 1,800 pictures are taken.jTime-Lapse Movie and Stop-Motion Movie To prevent the camera from turning off unexpectedly during recording, use a fully chargedbattery.Movie optionsExitTime-lapse movieStop-motion movie

75The Movie MenuMoviesAuto-Focus ModeChoose how the camera focuses in movie mode.Electronic VRChoose [On] to reduce the effects of camera shakein all movie modes except [Time-lapse movieA] and[Stop-motion movie].At settings other than [Off], an electronic VR indica-tor is displayed in the monitor (c8).kMovie File Names and Folder NamesSee “Image File and Folder Names” (c160).Option DescriptionZ Single AF (default)Camera focuses when shutter-release button is pressed half-way and locks at this position during shooting. a Full-time AFCamera focuses continuously, even when shutter-release but-ton is not pressed halfway.To prevent sound of camera focusing from interfering with recording, it is recommended to use [Single AF].LLcElectronic VRExitOnOff

76MoviesMovie PlaybackIn full-frame playback (c30), movies are recog-nized by the T icon. To play a movie, display it infull-frame playback and press d.Use the zoom control to adjust playback volume.Press to t (j) to lower volume, or to v (k) toraise volume.Rotate the rotary multi selector to advance orrewind the movie at twice the normal speed.Playback controls appear at the top of the monitor.Press the rotary multi selector IJ to choose a con-trol, then press d to perform the selected opera-tion. The following operations are available:Deleting Movie FilesPress T during movie playback or when displayed infull-frame (c30) or thumbnail (c52) playbackmode. A confirmation dialog is displayed. Choose[Yes] and press d to delete the movie, or choose[No] and press d to return to the normal playbackdisplay without deleting the movie.To Press DescriptionRewind QRewind movie. Playback resumes when d is released.Advance UAdvance movie. Playback resumes when d is released.Pause RPause playback.While paused, use the rotary multi selector to advance or rewind the movie. The following operations can be performed while playback is paused.VRewind movie by one frame. Rewind continues while d is pressed.WAdvance movie by one frame. Advance continues while d is pressed.zResume playback.SEnd playback and return to full-frame playback.End SEnd playback and return to full-frame playback.100NIKON100NIKON15:3115:3115:31100NIKON2006.10.102006.10.102006.10.100010.MOV0010.MOV0010.MOV10s10s10sMMEESDuring playback4s4s4sMMVolume indicatorPausingErase 1 image?Erase 1 image?Erase 1 image?NoYes

77Voice RecordingsVoice RecordingsMaking Voice RecordingsAudio voice recordings can be recorded over the built-in microphone andplayed back over the built-in speaker.1Enter voice recording mode bypressing D in shooting mode,selecting O (use the rotary multiselector), and then pressing d.The length of recording that can be madewill be displayed.2Press the shut-ter-release but-ton fully tostart recording.Camera entersstandby mode dur-ing recording. Themonitor turns off and the indicator lamp turns green.3Press the shutter-release button fully a second time to end recording. Recording will end automatically if the internal memory or memory card becomesfull, or after five hours of recording on the memory card.Operations During RecordingThe following operations are available during recording. If the monitor hasturned off, press o to reactivate.To Press DescriptionPause/resume recording dPress once to pause recording; self-timer and indicator lamps will blink.Create indexDuring recording, press the rotary multi selector to create index. Camera can skip to any index during playback. Start of recording is index number 1; other numbers are assigned in ascending order, to a maximum of 98.End recording Press the shutter-release button fully a second time to end recording.Voice recordingVoice recording00:05:00Max rec time001 10:3010.10.06NVoice recordingIndex0100:00:05/00:05:00001 10:3010.10.06NRecordingindicatorProgressindicatorIndex numberTime remainingDate of recordingLength ofrecordingFile number Sound quality

78Voice RecordingsChanging the Sound QualityPress m in voice recording mode to display the following sound qualityoptions.Sound QualityChoose the sound quality for the recording.* Movies can be as long as free space in the internal memory or on the memory cardallows (up to five hours). All figures are approximate. Maximum movie length varieswith make of memory card.jVoice Recordings• PictureProject cannot be used to transfer or play voice recordings. Select [Interface] > [Massstorage] for [USB], copy the files manually.• The copied files can be played back using QuickTime or any other WAV-compatible audioplayer.• Note that index points created with the camera cannot be used when voice recordings areplayed back on computers.Option DescriptionMaximum movie length*Internal memory Memory card14 MB 256 MBONormal Suited for longer recordings. 30 min. 36 sec. 5 hoursNHigh(default)Record with high quality sound. Note that sound will not be heard while fast for-warding or rewinding.11 min. 5 sec. 3 hours 14 min.

79Voice RecordingsPlaying Voice Recordings1Enter audio playback mode bypressing D in playback mode,selecting q (use the rotarymulti selector), and then press-ing d.2Choose the desired file and press d.The selected file will be played back.Audio playbackSelect sound file002 11:05Copy Play10.10.06001 10:30NNN10.10.06003 10:0515.10.06Audio playbackIndex0100:00:10/00:00:20001 10:3010.10.06NControl iconsFile numberPlayback timeIndex numberProgress indicatorDate and time of recordingLength of recordingVolumeIndexSound quality

80Playing Voice RecordingsVoice RecordingsOperations During PlaybackUse the zoom control to adjust playback volume. Press to t (j) to lowervolume, or to v (k) to raise volume.Rotate the rotary multi selector to advance or rewind the voice recording attwice the normal speed.Playback controls appear at the top of the monitor. Press the rotary multiselector IJ to choose a control, then press d to perform the selectedoperation. The following operations are available:lDeleting Sound FilesPress T during playback or after selecting a sound file (use the rotary multi selector). A confir-mation dialog will be displayed. To delete the file, choose [Yes] and press d. To cancel dele-tion, choose [No] and press d.To Press DescriptionRewind QRewind voice recording. Playback resumes when d is released.Advance UAdvance voice recording. Playback resumes when d is released.Skip to pre-vious index VSkip to previous index.Skip to next index WSkip to next index.PauseRzSPause playback.The following operations can be performed while playback is paused.Resume playback.End playback and return to full-frame playback.End SEnd playback and return to full-frame playback.

81Voice RecordingsCopying Voice RecordingsCopy voice recordings between the internal memory and a memory card.This option is available only when a memory card is inserted.1Press m in the select sound file screen(c79, step 2).2Use the rotary multi selector to choosethe option and press d.MNO: Copy recordings from internal memory tomemory cardONM: Copy recordings from memory card to inter-nal memory3Choose the copy option and press d.[Selected files]: Proceed to step 4[Copy all files]: Proceed to step 54Choose the desired file and press d.Choose the desired file and press J to mark.A confirmation dialog will be displayed.5Choose [Yes] and press d.Copying starts.kVoice RecordingsThe COOLPIX S7c may be unable to play or copy sound files created with other make of cam-era.Copy sound filesExitCamera to cardCopy all filesExitSelected filesSelect sound filesExit Select003 10:0515.10.06001 10:3010.10.06002 11:0510.10.06004 13:2325.10.06005 15:0025.10.06NNN

82Connecting to Televisions, Computers, and PrintersConnecting to Televisions, Computers, and PrintersConnecting to a TVConnect the camera to a television using the A/V cable to play back pictures on the television.1Turn off the camera.2Connect the COOL-STATION to the TV using the supplied A/V cable.Connect the yellow plug to the video-in jack on the TV, and the white plug to the audio-in jack.3Tune the television to the video channel.See the documentation provided with your television for details.4Place the camera in the COOL-STATIONand press o for more than one sec-ond to turn on the camera.The camera enters playback mode, and the picturestaken will be displayed on the television.While connected to the TV, the camera monitor willremain off.jConnecting an A/V CableWhen connecting the A/V cable, be sure that the camera connector is oriented correctly. Donot use force when connecting the A/V cable to the camera. When disconnecting the A/Vcable, do not pull the connector at an angle.jVideo ModeBe sure that the camera’s video mode setting conforms to the standard used by your television.The video mode setting is an option set from setup menu (c114) > [Interface] (c126) >[Video mode].WhiteYellow

83Connecting to Televisions, Computers, and PrintersConnecting to a ComputerUse the USB cable and PictureProject software supplied with your camera tocopy (transfer) pictures to a computer.• You can play back pictures on a computer transferred via wireless LAN.See “Wireless Transfer Mode” (c130) for more information. Before Connecting the CameraInstalling PictureProjectBefore transferring pictures or movies to a computer, PictureProject must beinstalled. For more information on installing and using PictureProject, see theQuick Start Guide or the PictureProject Reference Manual (on CD).Confirming USB OptionThe following two methods can be used to transfer pictures from the camerato a computer:• Click [Transfer] in PictureProject.•Press E (d) on the camera.The method used will depend on your computer’s operating system and theUSB option selected in the camera’s setup menu.1This camera supports the USB options, [Mass storage] and [PTP] (default setting).Choose [PTP] to transfer pictures stored in the internal memory. Pictures cannot betransferred when [Mass storage] is chosen.2The camera’s E (d) button cannot be used to transfer pictures in the followingcases. Use the [Transfer] button in PictureProject.• When transferring pictures from the camera’s internal memory and [Mass storage]is selected in the USB menu.• When the memory card write-protect switch is in the “lock” position. Unlock bysliding the switch to the “write” position before transferring pictures.3If your computer is running Windows 2000 Professional, be sure to set the USBoption to [Mass storage]. If [PTP] is selected, the [Found New Hardware Wizard] willbe displayed when the camera is connected to the computer. Select [Cancel], closethe window, and disconnect the camera from the computer.Operating systemUSB mode1Camera E (d)button2PictureProject TransferbuttonWindows XP Home EditionWindows XP Professional Choose [Mass storage] or [PTP].Windows 2000 Professional3Choose [Mass storage].Mac OS X 10.3.9 or later Choose [PTP]. Choose [Mass storage] or [PTP].

84Connecting to a ComputerConnecting to Televisions, Computers, and PrintersSetting the USB OptionSet the USB option in the setup menu (c114) on the camera before con-necting the camera to a computer or printer.1Display the setup menu bypressing D, selecting Z (usethe rotary multi selector), andthen pressing d.2Choose [Interface] and press d.3Choose [USB] and press d.4Choose [PTP] or [Mass storage] and pressd (c83).The setting is enabled.Press m to exit setup menu.Set upExitSet upFormat memoryLanguageInterfaceReset allFirmware versionInterfaceExitUSBVideo modeAuto transferUSBExitPTPMass storage

85Connecting to a ComputerConnecting to Televisions, Computers, and PrintersTransferring Pictures to a Computer1Start a computer to which PictureProject has been installed.2Turn off the camera. 3Connect the COOL-STATION to the computer using the supplied USB cable.4Turn the camera on after placing it in theCOOL-STATION.At default PictureProject settings, PictureProject Trans-fer is launched immediately with recognition of cam-era connection.5Transfer pictures.Transfer using PictureProjectClick [Transfer] button in PictureProject Transfer.All pictures and movies marked for transfer are copied to the computer. Oncetransfer is complete, pictures are displayed in PictureProject.Transfer using the camera’s d (E) buttonWhile PictureProject Transfer is launched, press d (E) to copy pictures markedfor transfer (c86) to the computer. The following messages are displayed in thecamera monitor during transfer.Preparing to transferTransferring images tocomputer Transfer completed

86Connecting to a ComputerConnecting to Televisions, Computers, and Printers6Disconnect the camera once transfer is complete.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 thecamera off and disconnecting the USB cable.Windows XP Home Edition/Windows XP ProfessionalClick the [Safely Remove Hardware] icon in thetaskbar and select [Safely remove USB Mass Stor-age Device] from the menu displayed.Windows 2000 ProfessionalClick the [Unplug or Eject Hardware] icon in thetaskbar and select [Stop USB Mass Storage Device]from the menu displayed.MacintoshDrag the untitled camera volume (“NO_NAME”) tothe Trash.jConnecting the USB CableWhen connecting the USB cable, be sure that the connectors are oriented correctly. Do notuse force when connecting the USB cable. When disconnecting the USB cable, do not pull theconnector at an angle.kMarking Pictures for TransferWhen d is pressed while the camera is connected to a com-puter, pictures marked with the E icon during playback willbe transferred to the computer. As the default setting, all pic-tures are automatically marked for transfer. Two options con-trol transfer marking:• [Interface] > [Auto transfer] in the setup menu (c126):Choose [On] to mark all new pictures for transfer (defaultsetting).• [Transfer marking] in the playback menu (c112): Change marking for existing pictures.100NIKON100NIKON15:3015:3015:30100NIKON2006.10.102006.10.100004.JPG0004.JPG0004.JPG2006.10.1044 44OMMNEEO

88Connecting to a PrinterConnecting to Televisions, Computers, and PrintersConnecting the Camera and Printer1Set the USB option (c84) to [PTP].2Turn off the camera.3Turn on the printer.Check printer settings.4Connect the COOL-STATION to the printer using the supplied USB cable.5Turn the camera on after placing it in theCOOL-STATION.When connected correctly, the PictBridge start-upscreen (1) will be displayed in the camera monitor.Then the picture will be displayed (2).jConnecting the USB CableWhen connecting the USB cable, be sure that the connectors are oriented correctly. Do not use force whenconnecting the USB cable. When disconnecting the USB cable, do not pull the connector at an angle.USBExitPTPMass storage44 44wwMMvOK12

89Connecting to a PrinterConnecting to Televisions, Computers, and PrintersPrinting Pictures One at a TimeAfter connecting the camera to the printer correctly (c88), print pictures byfollowing the procedure below.1Use the rotary multi selector to choose apicture and press d.The PictBridge menu is displayed.To choose a picture from a list of six thumbnails, pressthe zoom control to t (j). Or, press to v (k) toswitch back to full-frame playback.2Choose [Copies] and press d.3Choose number of copies (up to 9) andpress d.4Choose [Paper size] and press d.5Choose the desired paper size and pressd.To specify paper size using printer settings, choose[Default] in the paper size menu and press d.44 44wwMMvOKPictBridgeStart printCopiesPaper sizeCopies4PictBridgeStart printCopiesPaper sizePaper sizeDefault3.5 x 5 in.

90Connecting to a PrinterConnecting to Televisions, Computers, and Printers6Choose [Start print] and press d.7Printing starts.Monitor display returns to that shown in step 1 whenprinting is complete.To cancel before all copies have been printed, pressd.Printing Multiple PicturesAfter connecting the camera to the printer correctly (c88), print pictures byfollowing the procedure below.1Press m when a picture is displayed.The print menu is displayed.2Use the rotary multi selector to choose[Paper size] and press d.PictBridgeStart printCopiesPaper sizeCancelPrinting002/004Current print/total number of printsPrint menuPrint all imagesPrint selectionPaper sizeDPOF printing

91Connecting to a PrinterConnecting to Televisions, Computers, and Printers3Choose the desired paper size and pressd.To specify paper size using printer settings, choose[Default] in the paper size menu and press d.4Choose [Print selection], [Print all images]or [DPOF printing] and press d.5Choose the pictures and number of cop-ies (up to 9) of each and press d.The current picture is shown at the center of the display.Select pictures and set the number of copies for each.Pictures selected for printing are recognized by the wicon and the number of copies to be printed. w is notdisplayed with pictures for which 0 copies have beenspecified and these pictures will not be printed.Press d when setting is complete.Paper sizeDefault3.5 x 5 in.Print menuPrint all imagesPrint selectionPaper sizeDPOF printingPrint selectionSelect pictures and specify the number of prints for each picture. Proceed to step 5.Print all imagesAll pictures stored in the internal memory or memory card are printed. Proceed to step 7.DPOF printingPrint pictures for which a print order has been created in [Print set] (c93).• The menu shown at right will be displayed.• To print, choose [Start print] and press d. Proceed to step 7.• To view the current print order, choose [Confirm] and press d. Proceed to step 6.DPOF printingCancelConfirm004 printsStart printPrint selectionBack4301.12.200612:00

92Connecting to a PrinterConnecting to Televisions, Computers, and Printers6Check the selected pictures you wish toprint and press d.To modify selection, press m to return to the previ-ous screen. 7Printing starts.Monitor display returns to the print menu (step 2)when printing is complete.To cancel before all copies have been printed, pressd.jPaper SizeThe camera supports the following paper sizes: [Default] (the default paper size for the cur-rent printer), [3.5 × 5 in.], [5 × 7 in.], [Postcard], [100 × 150 mm], [4 × 6 in.], [8 × 10 in.],[Letter], [A3], and [A4]. Only sizes supported by the current printer will be displayed. To spec-ify paper size using printer settings, choose [Default] in the paper size menu.004 printsBack Print1 2 341234CancelPrinting002/004

93Connecting to Televisions, Computers, and PrintersCreating a DPOF Print Order: Print SetThe [Print set] option in the playback menu is used to create digital “printorders” for printing on DPOF-compatible devices (c177). In addition to pictures themselves, shooting date and photo information(shutter speed, aperture, etc.) can also be printed.When the camera is connected to a PictBridge-compatible printer, picturescan be printed from the printer according to the DPOF print order you havecreated for pictures on the memory card. If the memory card is removedfrom the camera, you can create the DPOF print order for pictures in theinternal memory and print pictures according to the DPOF print order.1Press m in playback mode.The playback menu is displayed.2Use the rotary multi selector to choose[Print set] and press d.The print set menu is displayed.3Choose [Print selected] and press d.4Choose the pictures and number of cop-ies (up to 9) of each.The current picture is shown at the center of the display.Press IJ to select pictures and GH to set the num-ber of copies for each.Pictures selected for printing are recognized by the wicon and the number of copies to be printed. w is notdisplayed with pictures for which 0 copies have been specified and these pictureswill not be printed.Press d when setting is complete.Playback menuPrint setSlide showDeleteProtectTransfer markingExitPrint setDelete print setExitPrint selectedwPrint selectionBack4301.12.200612:00

94Creating a DPOF Print Order: Print SetConnecting to Televisions, Computers, and Printers5Choose whether or not to also printshooting date and photo information.[Date]: Print date of recording on all pictures in theprint order.[Info]: Print shutter speed and aperture on all picturesin the print order. Note that this information is notprinted with direct connection to a printer.[Done]: Complete the print order and exit.Pictures selected for printing are recognized by thew icon displayed with playback.jPrint Set[Date] and [Info] are reset each time the print set menu is displayed.kDeleting All Print OrdersChoose [Delete print set] in step 3 and press d. Print orders for all pictures will be deleted.kNote on the Print Set [Date] OptionThe date and time printed on pictures with DPOF printingwhen [Date] in the print set menu is enabled are thoserecorded with the picture when it was taken. Date and timeprinted using this option are not affected when the camera’sdate and time setting are changed from the setup menu afterpictures are recorded.lDifferences Between Print Set and Date ImprintDate and time can only be printed on pictures using the [Date] option in the print set menuwhen pictures are printed from a DPOF-compatible printer (c177). Use the [Date imprint](c121) option in the setup menu to print the date on pictures from a printer that does notsupport DPOF (position of the date is fixed). When the date option for both [Print set] and[Date imprint] is enabled, only the date from the [Date imprint] option is printed, even when aDPOF-compatible printer is used.Print setExitInfoDateDone100NIKON100NIKON15:3015:3015:30100NIKON2006.10.102006.10.100004.JPG0004.JPG0004.JPG2006.10.1044 44OMMNEEwwO2006.10.1020 0 6.1 0 .102006.10.10

95Connecting to Televisions, Computers, and PrintersConnecting to a ImageLink-compatible PrinterSee documentation provided with your printer for information on how tooperate the printer.1Attach the supplied PV-11 dock insert tothe printer.2Set the USB option (c84) to [PTP].3Turn the camera off and attach it to thedock insert.4Print pictures.Follow the procedures described in the printer manual.Removing the Dock InsertPlace your thumbs whereindicated, press, and lift.jNote on Connecting to an ImageLink-compatible PrinterThe monitor will dim auto-matically if no operations are performed for about one minute while the camera is connectedto an ImageLink printer. The camera will turn off if no operations are performed for anotherseven minutes.USBExitPTPMass storage

96Shooting, Playback, and Setup MenusShooting, Playback, and Setup MenusShooting Options: The Shooting MenuThe shooting menu and high-sensitivity menu contain the following options.1See the information on restrictions that may apply to these settings (c107).2These settings cannot be set from the high-sensitivity menu.ZImage mode c97Choose image size and quality.dWhite balance1c99Match white balance to the light source.IExp. +/– c101Adjust exposure for very bright or very dark subjects.qContinuous1c102Take pictures one at a time or in a sequence.ABSS1c104Use the “best shot selector” to choose the sharpest picture.WISO sensitivity2c105Control camera’s sensitivity to light.dColor options1c105Apply color effects to pictures as they are recorded.kAF area mode c106Choose where the camera focuses.cElectronic VR2c106Choose whether or not to apply electronic vibration reduction to reduce camera shake while taking pictures.

97Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuShooting, Playback, and Setup MenusDisplaying the Shooting Menu and High-sensitivity MenuEnter L (auto) or high-sensitivity shooting mode by pressing D in shootingmode, selecting the L (auto) or K (high-sensitivity), and then pressing d.Press m to display the shooting menu or high-sensitivity menu.• Use the rotary multi selector (c12) to choose and apply settings.• To exit the shooting or high-sensitivity menu, press m.Z Image ModePictures taken with a digital camera are recorded asimage files. The size of the files, and with it thenumber of images that can be recorded, dependson the size and quality of the images. Before shoot-ing, choose an image mode according to how youplan to use the picture.The icon for the current setting is displayed in the monitor in shooting andplayback modes (c8, 9).Options Size (pixels) DescriptionFHigh(3072A)3,072 × 2,304Highest quality, suitable for enlarge-ments or high-quality prints. The com-pression ratio is approximately 1/4.ENormal(3072) 3,072 × 2,304 Best choice in most situations. The com-pression ratio is approximately 1/8.dNormal(2592) 2,592 × 1,944eNormal(2048) 2,048 × 1,536Smaller size allows more pictures to be stored. The compression ratio is approxi-mately 1/8.hPC screen(1024) 1,024 × 768Suited to display on computer monitor. The compression ratio is approximately 1/8.iTV screen(640) 640 × 480Suited to full-screen display on a television or distribution by e-mail or the web. The compression ratio is approximately 1/8.ShootingBShooting menuExitImage modeWhite balanceExp. +/-ContinuousBSSImage modeExitHigh(3072 )Normal(3072)Normal(2592)Normal(2048)PC screen(1024)

98Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuShooting, Playback, and Setup MenuskImage Mode and the Number of Exposures RemainingThe following table lists the number of pictures that can be stored in internal memory and ona 256 MB memory card, together with the size of still pictures. Note that the number of pic-tures that can be stored will differ depending on the composition of the picture (due to JPEGcompression). In addition, this number may differ depending on the make of memory card,even if the capacity for the memory card is the same.* All figures are approximate. If the number of exposures remaining is 10,000 or more,the number of exposure remaining display shows [9999].lImage ModeThe image mode setting can also be applied from the scene, anti-shake, and one-touch por-trait menus. Changes made to the image mode setting from any of the three menus apply toall shooting modes.Setting Internal mem-ory (14 MB)256 MB mem-ory cardPrint size (printed at 300 dpi; cm/in.)FHigh(3072A)47026 × 19.5 cm / 10.4 ×7.8 in.ENormal(3072) 8 140 26 × 19.5 cm / 10.4 ×7.8 in.dNormal(2592) 11 190 22 × 16.5 cm / 8.8 ×6.6 in.eNormal(2048) 17 300 17 × 13 cm / 6.8 ×5.2 in.hPC screen(1024) 59 1,040 9 × 7 cm / 3.6 ×2.8 in.iTV screen(640) 112 1,960 5 × 4 cm / 2×1.6 in.

99Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuShooting, Playback, and Setup Menusd White BalanceAdjust white balance based on the light source togive pictures the most realistic colors possible.Although the default setting, [Auto], can be usedunder most types of lighting, you can apply thewhite balance setting suited to a particular lightsource to achieve more accurate results.At settings other than [Auto], the icon for the current setting is displayed inthe monitor (c8).jFlash ModeAt white-balance settings other than [Auto] or [Flash], turn the flash off (B) (c32).eAutoWhite balance automatically adjusted to suit lighting conditions. Best choice in most situations.fWhite bal. presetNeutral-colored object used as reference to set white balance under unusual lighting conditions. See the next page for more information.gDaylightWhite balance adjusted for direct sunlight.hIncandescentUse under incandescent lighting.iFluorescentUse under most types of fluorescent lighting.jCloudyUse when taking pictures under overcast skies.lFlashUse with the flash.White balanceExitAutoDaylightDaylightIncandescentIncandescentFluorescentFluorescentWhite bal. presetWhite bal. presetDaylightIncandescentFluorescentWhite bal. preset

100Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuShooting, Playback, and Setup Menusf Preset White BalancePreset white balance is used with mixed lighting or to compensate for lightsources with a strong color cast (for example, to make pictures taken under alamp with a red shade look as though they had been taken under white light).1Place a white or gray reference object under the lighting thatwill be used during shooting.2Use the rotary multi selector to choose[White bal. preset] in the white balancemenu, and press d.The camera zooms in.3Choose [Measure].To apply the most recently measured value for presetwhite balance, choose [Cancel] and press d.4Frame the reference object.5Press d.The shutter is released and the new white balance value is set.No pictures are recorded.kNote on Preset White BalanceRegardless of the flash mode selected, the flash will not fire when d is pressed in step 5. There-fore, the camera cannot measure a value for preset white balance for when the flash is used.White balanceExitAutoAutoDaylightDaylightAutoDaylightIncandescentIncandescentFluorescentFluorescentWhite bal. presetIncandescentFluorescentWhite bal. presetExitMeasureCancelWhite bal. presetExitMeasureCancelReference object frame

101Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuShooting, Playback, and Setup MenusI Exp. +/–Exposure compensation is used to alter exposurefrom the value selected by the camera. Choosefrom values between –2.0 EV and +2.0 EV in incre-ments of 1/3 EV. Negative values produce darkerpictures, positive values brighter pictures.The icon for the current setting is displayed in themonitor (c8).Exp. +/-Exit0.300.3

102Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuShooting, Playback, and Setup Menusq ContinuousCapture 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 valuesfor the first picture in each series.At settings other than [Single], the indicator for the current setting is dis-played in the monitor (c8).rSingleOne shot is taken each time shutter-release button is pressed.qContinuousPictures are taken continuously while the shutter-release button is pressed. When the image mode is E Normal(3072), camera takes 7 shots at about 1.4 frames per second.wMulti-shot 16Each time shutter-release button is pressed, camera takes 16 shots at about 1.6 frames per second and arrange them in a single picture d Normal(2592) pixels as shown at right.zIntvl timer shootingCamera takes pictures automatically at specified interval (up to 1,800 frames).ContinuousExitSingleContinuousMulti-shot 16Intvl timer shooting

103Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuShooting, Playback, and Setup Menusz Interval Timer PhotographyPictures are taken automatically at specified intervals. Choose from intervalsbetween 30 seconds and 60 minutes. To prevent the camera from turningoff unexpectedly during recording, use a fully charged battery.1Use the rotary multi selector to choose[Intvl timer shooting] in the continuousmenu, and press d.2Choose interval between shots and pressd.3Press m.The camera returns to shooting mode.4Press the shutter-release button fully tostart recording.Monitor turns off and indicator lamp blinks greenbetween shots.The monitor turns on automatically right before thenext shot is taken.5Press the shutter-release button fully a second time to endrecording.Recording will end automatically if the internal memory or memory card becomesfull, or after 1,800 pictures are taken.ContinuousExitSingleContinuousMulti-shot 16Intvl timer shootingSet interval time30s1m5m10m30mExit88MMM

104Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuShooting, Playback, and Setup MenusA Best Shot Selector (BSS)The “best shot selector” is recommended from situ-ations in which inadvertent camera movement canresult in blurred pictures, or when parts of theimage are prone to under- or overexposure.At [On] and [Exposure BSS] settings, the flash auto-matically turns off and focus, exposure, and white balance for all pictures aredetermined by the first picture in each series.The icon for the current setting is displayed in the monitor (c8).jNote on Best Shot SelectorBSS may not produce the desired results if the subject moves or the composition changeswhile the shutter-release button is fully pressed.AOnRecommended for taking pictures in poorly lit places, or in other situations where camera shake may occur. Camera takes shots while shutter-release but-ton is pressed, to a maximum of ten. These images are then compared and the sharpest picture (picture with highest level of detail) is saved.BOffOnly one picture is taken.wExposure BSSRecommended for high-contrast subjects, when it is diffi-cult to set exposure correctly.[Highlight BSS]: picture with smallest area of overexposure is selected.[Shadow BSS]: picture with smallest area of underexposure is selected.[Histogram BSS]: of pictures with least under- and over-exposure, camera chooses picture with overall exposure closest to optimum.Camera takes five shots each time shutter-release button is pressed, but only the picture that best meets the selected criterion is saved.BSSExitOnOffExposure BSSExposure BSSHighlight BSSShadow BSSHistogram BSSExit

105Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuShooting, Playback, and Setup MenusW ISO SensitivitySensitivity is a measure of how quickly the camerareacts to light. The higher the sensitivity, the lesslight needed to make an exposure. Although a highISO rating is suited for taking pictures of subjects inaction or in poor lighting, high sensitivity is oftenassociated with “noise” -randomly spaced, brightly colored pixels concen-trated in dark parts of the image.[Auto] is equivalent to ISO 50 under normal conditions; when lighting is poorand the flash is off, the camera compensates by raising sensitivity to a maxi-mum of ISO 800 equivalent. Choose from values between ISO 50 and 1600equivalent.At settings other than [Auto], the current setting is displayed in the monitor(c8). If [Auto] is selected and the sensitivity is raised above an ISO 50 equiv-alent, the W icon will be displayed (c33).d Color OptionsMake colors more vivid or record pictures in mono-chrome.The effects of the selected option can be previewed in the monitor. At set-tings other than [Standard color], the icon for the current setting is displayedin the monitor (c8).eStandard colorUse for pictures exhibiting natural color.CVivid colorUse to achieve a vivid, “photoprint” effect.DBlack-and-whiteRecord pictures in black-and-white.BSepiaRecord pictures in sepia tones.ACyanotypeRecord pictures in cyan-blue monochrome.ISO sensitivityAuto50100200400ExitColor optionsExitStandard colorBlack-and-whiteBlack-and-whiteSepiaSepiaCyanotypeCyanotypeVivid colorVivid colorBlack-and-whiteSepiaCyanotypeVivid color

106Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuShooting, Playback, and Setup Menusk AF Area ModeUse this option to determine where the camerafocuses.c Electronic VRWhen set to [Auto], the affects of camera shakeand blurred subjects are reduced while pictures aretaken under the following conditions: • Flash mode is set to B or D • Shutter speed is slow • [Single] is selected in the continuous shooting menuAt settings other than [Off], the icon for the current setting is displayed in themonitor (c8).jNotes on Electronic VR• The electronic VR may not work properly immediately after the camera is turned on or reac-tivated from standby mode.• The electronic VR does not work when the exposure time is faster than a certain value.• The electronic VR is less effective for when pictures are considerably blurred.• Blurred subjects cannot be compensated.nCenterCamera focuses on subject in center of frame.Center focus area is used.mManualPress the rotary multi selector GHIJ to select from 99 focus areas in the frame. Pictures can be taken while focus area selection screen is displayed.To end focus area selection and adjust the flash, macro close-up, and self-timer settings, press d. Press J to change selection.AF area modeExitCenterManualLLcElectronic VRExitAutoOff

107Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuShooting, Playback, and Setup MenusRestrictions on Camera SettingsRestrictions apply to the following settings in L (auto) mode:Flash modeFlash turns off at [Continuous] settings of [Continuous] or [Multi-shot 16], or when [BSS] is on. Applied setting is restored when [Single] or [Intvl timer shooting] is selected, or [BSS] is turned off.Self-timerIf self-timer is on, only one shot will be taken when shutter is released, regardless of settings chosen for [Continuous] and [BSS]. Applied [Continuous] and [BSS] settings are restored when picture is taken or self-timer is turned off.ContinuousSelecting [Continuous], [Multi-shot 16], or [Intvl timer shooting] turns [BSS] off.Applied [BSS] setting is not restored when [Single] is selected.BSS[Continuous] is automatically set to [Single] when [On] or [Exposure BSS] is selected for [BSS].Applied setting is not restored when [BSS] is turned off.White balanceWhite balance is automatically set to [Auto] and cannot be adjusted when [Black-and-white], [Sepia], or [Cyanotype] is selected for [Color options].Applied white balance setting is restored when [Standard color] or [Vivid color] is selected.

108Shooting, Playback, and Setup MenusPlayback Options: The Playback MenuThe playback menu contains the following options.Displaying the Playback MenuDisplay the playback menu by pressing o and pressing m.• Use the rotary multi selector to choose and apply settings. (c12)• To exit the playback menu, press m.wPrint set c109Select pictures to print and the number of copies for each.zSlide show c110View pictures stored in the internal memory or on a memory card in an automatic slide show.ADelete c111Delete all or selected pictures.DProtect c111Protect selected pictures from accidental deletion.ETransfer marking c112Mark existing pictures to transfer to a computer.GRotate image c112Change the orientation of an existing picture.HSmall pic. c58Create a small copy of the current picture.LCopy c113Copy files between memory card and internal memory.Playback menuPrint setSlide showDeleteProtectTransfer markingExit

109Playback Options: The Playback MenuShooting, Playback, and Setup MenusSelecting Multiple PicturesFollow the steps below to select multiple picturesfor a print set (c93), deletion (c111), protectionfrom deletion (c111), transfer (c112), rotate(c112), copying between internal memory andthe memory card (c113), or for the welcomescreen (c116). When pictures are selected, thescreen at right is displayed. The process for protect-ing multiple pictures is shown here as example.1Use the rotary multi selector to choose adesired picture.The current picture is displayed at the center of themonitor.Only one picture can be selected for [Rotate image]and [Welcome screen]. Proceed to step 3.2Press GH to select [ON] or [OFF] (or thenumber of copies).When [ON] is selected, the indicator for the specifiedfunction is displayed in the center of the current pic-ture. Repeat steps 1 and 2 to select additional pic-tures.3Press d.The setting is enabled.w Print SetCreate digital “print orders” for PictBridge printers(c177) and DPOF-compatible devices (c93).ProtectBack4301.12.200612:00ProtectBack4301.12.200612:00ProtectBack4301.12.200612:00DonePrint setDelete print setExitPrint selected

110Playback Options: The Playback MenuShooting, Playback, and Setup Menusz Slide ShowPlay back pictures stored in the internal memory oron a memory card in an automated “slide show”.1Display the slide show menu; use therotary multi selector to choose [Start]and press d.To change the interval between pictures, choose[Frame intvl], select the desired interval time, andpress d before choosing [Start].To repeat the slide show automatically, enable [Loop]and press d before choosing [Start]. y will be added to the loop option whenenabled.2The slide show begins. While the slide show is in progress, the followingoperations can be performed:• Use the rotary multi selector to switch pictures.Continue rotating in either direction to fast forward(clockwise) or rewind (counterclockwise).• Press d to pause the slide show.The menu shown at right is displayed when the slideshow ends or is paused. Choose [Restart] and pressd to play the slide show again, or choose [End] tostop the slide show and return to the playback menu.jNotes on Slide Show• Only the first frame of movies (c76) included in slide shows is displayed.• Even if [Loop] is selected, the monitor will turn off automatically if no operations are per-formed for 30 minutes. The camera will turn off automatically if no operations are per-formed for another three minutes.Slide showExitLoopFrame intvlStartPauseSlide showExitLoopFrame intvlStartPauseRestartEndPausePausePause

111Playback Options: The Playback MenuShooting, Playback, and Setup MenusA DeleteThe delete menu contains the options shownbelow.If no memory card is inserted in the camera, pic-tures in the internal memory will be deleted.If a memory card is inserted, pictures on the mem-ory card will be deleted.kNotes on Deletion• Once deleted, pictures cannot be recovered. Transfer important images to a computerbefore deletion.• Pictures marked with the D icon are protected and cannot be deleted.D ProtectProtect selected pictures from accidental deletion.Note, however, that formatting will delete pro-tected files (c125).See “Selecting Multiple Pictures” (c109) formore information on using this function.Protected pictures are recognized by the D icon (c9) displayed duringplayback.BErase selected imagesDelete selected pictures (c109).CErase all imagesDelete all pictures stored in the internal memory or on the memory card.• Choose [Yes] and press d in the confirmation dialog to delete all pictures.• To exit without deleting pictures, choose [No] and press d.DeleteErase all imagesExitErase selected imagesDeleteExitYesNoErasing all images( excluded)ProtectBack4301.12.200612:00

112Playback Options: The Playback MenuShooting, Playback, and Setup MenusE Transfer MarkingChange transfer marking (E) for existing pictures.When the camera is connected to a computer withPictureProject installed via the supplied USB cable,pressing d transfers only the pictures marked witha E icon (c85, 155). At the default setting, allpictures are marked for transfer.Pictures selected for transfer are recognized by the E icon (c9).G Rotate ImageRecord pictures rotated 90° clockwise or counter-clockwise. Choose a file to be rotated in the picture selectionscreen (c109). To select the direction to rotatethe chosen picture, rotate the rotary multi selectorclockwise (or press J) or counterclockwise (orpress I) in the rotate image screen.When [Record orientation] (c124) is set to [Auto] (default setting), you canrotate (up to 180°) pictures taken in “tall” orientation by rotating the rotarymulti selector either clockwise or counterclockwise.Press d to record the orientation for the picture as shown in the rotateimage screen.EAll onMark all images for transfer.FAll offRemove transfer marking from all images.PSelect Image(s)Mark selected pictures for transfer in the picture selection screen (c109).Transfer markingAll offExitAll onSelect image(s)4301.12.200612:00Select imageBackRotate imageBack RotateRotate imageBack RotateRotate imageBack RotateRotate 90° counterclockwiseRotate 90° clockwise

113Playback Options: The Playback MenuShooting, Playback, and Setup MenusL CopyCopy pictures between the internal memory and amemory card.First, select from the following options.Then, select the desired copy option.Choose [Selected images] (c109) to copy specificpictures in the internal memory or memory card. Tocopy all pictures, choose [All images].jNotes on Copying Pictures• If there is not enough space in the memory or on the memory card to receive the copy, anerror message will be displayed. Delete unwanted pictures or insert a new memory card (ifusing a memory card) before trying again.• The file format of images that can be copied is JPEG, MOV, or WAV.• Pictures taken with another make of camera or that have been modified on a computercannot be copied.kFile Names of Copied Pictures •When pictures are copied using the [Selected images] option, the newly copied pictures arenumbered consecutively from the largest number existing between the two memory sources.Ex: when the last number in the source memory is 32 (DSCN0032.JPG) and the last num-ber in the destination memory is 18 (DSCN0018.JPG), the copied pictures are assignednumbers starting from DSCN0033.• When pictures are copied using the [All images] option, all the pictures in the folder arecopied with the same file numbers. New folder numbers are assigned in ascending orderstarting from the largest folder number available. If a new folder cannot be created, thefolder is not copied and an error message will be displayed.kCopiesEdited copies have the same protection marking (c111) as the original but are not markedfor printing (c93) or transfer (c112).MNOCopy pictures from internal memory to memory card.ONMCopy pictures from memory card to internal memory.CopyExitCamera to cardAll imagesExitSelected images

114Shooting, Playback, and Setup MenusBasic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuThe setup menu contains the following options.RMenus c115Choose how menus are displayed.HQuick startup c116Enable or disable welcome screen and start-up sound.VWelcome screen c116Select screen displayed when camera is turned on.WDate c117Set camera clock and choose home and destination time zones.ZMonitor settings c120Adjust monitor brightness and choose display style.fDate imprint c121Imprint date or date counter on pictures.uAF assist c123Enable or disable AF assist illumination.hSound settings c123Adjust sound and volume settings.IRecord orientation c124Choose whether or not to record the orientation of a picture taken.iAuto off c124Set time before camera enters standby mode to save power.M/OFormat memory/Format card c125Format internal memory or memory card.jLanguage c126Choose language for camera menus and messages.kInterface c126Adjust settings for connection to television or computer.nReset all c127Restore camera settings to default values.BFirmware version c129Display camera firmware version.

115Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback, and Setup MenusDisplaying the Setup MenuFirst, display the mode-selection menu by pressing D. Then select Z (usethe rotary multi selector), press d.• Use the rotary multi selector to choose and apply settings. (c12)• To exit the setup menu, press m.R MenusChoose whether the initial menus displayed for theshooting menu (c96), high-sensitivity (c97),scene menu (c37), movie menu (c71), one-touch portrait menu (c51), anti-shake menu(c49), playback menu (c108), and setup menu(displayed when m is pressed) (c114) use textor icons.When [Icons] is selected, all menu items can be displayed in a single pageand the highlighted menu name appears at the top of the monitor.Set upMenusQuick startupWelcome screenDateMonitor settingsExitSet upMenusExitTextIconsExitMenusSet upMenusQuick startupWelcome screenDateMonitor settingsExit[Text] [Icons]Menu names

116Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback, and Setup MenusH Quick StartupChoose [On] to disable the welcome screen andstart-up sound. The camera will be ready for shoot-ing as soon as it is turned on.Set to [Off] when enabling the welcome screen.V Welcome ScreenYou can select the welcome screen to be displayedwhen the camera is turned on.To set the welcome screen, [Quick startup] must beset to [Off].lWhen [Select an image] is SelectedIf you have already selected a welcome screen picture, you canselect a new one by following the confirmation dialog.NikonDisplays a welcome screen when the camera is turned on.Animation (default)Displays a short animation when the camera is turned on.Select an imageSelect a picture in the internal memory or on the memory card for the wel-come screen. The image used in the welcome screen is a copy of the selected picture and, therefore, is not affected if the original picture is deleted or the memory card is removed.1 Choose a picture in the picture selection screen.• See “Selecting Multiple Pictures” (c109) for more information.2 Press d.Quick startupOnOffExitWelcome screenExitNikonAnimationSelect an imageWelcome screenExitYesNoReplace currentimage?

117Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback, and Setup MenusW DateSet the camera clock and choose home and traveldestination time zones.Setting Travel Destination Time Zone1Use the rotary multi selector to choose[Time zone] and press d.The time zone menu is displayed.2Choose Y and press d.The date and time displayed on the monitor changesaccording to the region currently selected.If daylight saving time is in effect, use the rotary multiselector to choose [DaylightSaving] press d and thenpress G. The time is automatically advanced onehour.3Press J.The new city time zone menu is displayed.DateSet camera clock to current date and time.See “Setting Display Language, Date, and Time” (c20-21) for more informa-tion.Time zoneUseful when travelling. When Y (destination time zone) is selected, the time difference (c119) is automatically calculated and the date and time in the selected region are displayed.Date10.10.2006 15:30DateTime zoneExitDate10.10.2006 15:30DateTime zoneExit01.10.2006 10:00Time zoneExitTokyo, SeoulLondon,CasablancaDaylightSavingDaylightSavingTime zoneExitTokyo, SeoulLondon,CasablancaDaylightSavingDaylightSaving01.10.2006 18:00

118Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback, and Setup Menus4Choose the travel destination time zoneand press d.The setting is enabled.Press m to return to shooting or playback mode.While the travel destination time zone is selected, theY icon will be displayed in the monitor when thecamera is in shooting mode.jThe Clock BatteryThe clock battery charges when the main battery is installed or an AC adapter is connected,and can provide several days of backup power after about 10 hours of charging.kX (Home Time Zone)• To switch to the home time zone, choose X in step 2.• To change the home time zone, choose X in step 2 and perform the following steps forthe home time zone.kDaylight Saving TimeTo disable daylight saving time, turn [DaylightSaving] off (y) in the time zone menu.1 Use the rotary multi selector to choose X (home time zone) or Y (destination time zone)and press d.2 Choose [DaylightSaving].3Press d to turn off the check box (y).- The camera clock is automatically set back one hour.- Press d again to turn on the check box (y).4Press m.- The setting is enabled and the camera returns to shooting or playback mode.New city time zoneBackToronto, LimaEST:New York01.10.2006 05:00Time zoneExitEST:New YorkLondon,CasablancaDaylightSavingDaylightSaving

119Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback, and Setup MenuskTime Zones (c20)The camera supports the time zones listed below. Increments of less than one hour are notsupported; when travelling to or from destinations at half- or quarter-hour increments fromGreenwich Mean Time (GMT), such as Afghanistan, Central Australia, India, Iran, Nepal, orNewfoundland, set the camera clock to local time (c20, 117).GMT +/– Location GMT +/– Location–11 Midway, Samoa +1 Madrid, Paris, Berlin–10 Hawaii, Tahiti +2 Athens, Helsinki–9 Alaska, Anchorage +3 Moscow, Nairobi–8 PST (PDT): Los Angeles, Seattle, Vancouver +4 Abu Dhabi, Dubai–7 MST (MDT): Denver, Phoenix, La Paz +5 Islamabad, Karachi–6 CST (CDT): Chicago, Houston, Mexico City +6 Colombo, Dhaka–5 EST (EDT): New York, Toronto, Lima +7 Bangkok, Jakarta–4 Caracas, Manaus +8 Beijing, Hong Kong, Singapore–3 Buenos Aires, São Paulo +9 Tokyo, Seoul–2 Fernando de Noronha +10 Sydney, Guam–1 Azores +11 New Caledonia±0 London, Casablanca +12 Auckland, Fiji

120Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback, and Setup MenusZ Monitor SettingsChoose whether or not to display information inthe monitor, and set the monitor brightness.Photo InfoThe following display options are available.See “The Monitor” (c8) for information on indicators in the monitor.Photo infoChoose information displayed in monitor during shooting and playback mode.BrightnessChoose from five settings for monitor brightness.Shooting mode Playback modeShow infoAuto infoThe current settings or operation guide is displayed for five seconds as in [Show info] above. After five seconds, display will be the same as [Hide info].Hide infoFraming gridMonitor settingsExitPhoto infoBrightness 488MMM100NIKON100NIKON15:3015:3015:30100NIKON0009.JPG0009.JPG2006.10.102006.10.100009.JPG2006.10.1044OMM44NEEOM88MMMIn L (auto) mode, a framing grid is displayed to help frame pictures; other current settings or operation guide is displayed for five seconds as in [Auto info] above.In other shooting modes, the cur-rent settings or operation guide is displayed as in [Show info] above.100NIKON100NIKON15:3015:3015:30100NIKON0009.JPG0009.JPG2006.10.102006.10.100009.JPG2006.10.1044OMM44NEEOThe current settings or opera-tion guide is displayed as in [Show info] above.

121Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback, and Setup Menusf Date ImprintDate and time of recording can be imprinted onpictures for printing this information from printersthat are not DPOF-compatible (c168).At settings other than [Off], the icon for the current setting is displayed in themonitor (c8).jDate Imprint• Imprinted dates form a permanent part of image data and cannot be deleted. • When [Date imprint] is set, [Electronic VR] will automatically be disabled even if set to[Auto] (c106). In L (auto) and scene modes, vibration reduction will not function evenfor conditions where it is normally applied. Note that enabling [Electronic VR] again will dis-able [Date imprint].• Even if [Date imprint] is enabled, the date will not be imprinted on pictures taken in anti-shake mode (c49). • Dates imprinted at an image-mode setting of [TV screen(640)] (c97) may be difficult toread. Choose [PC screen(1024)] or larger when using date imprint.• The date is recorded using the format selected in the setup menu’s [Date] item (c20, 117).kDate Imprint and Print SetWhen using DPOF-compatible devices, shooting date or photo information will be printed if[Date] or [Info] is selected in the print set menu (c93). See “Differences Between Print Setand Date Imprint” (c94) for more information on the difference between [Date imprint] and[Print set].DateDate is imprinted on the bottom right corner of pictures taken while this option is in effect.Date and timeDate and time are imprinted on the bottom right corner of pictures taken while this option is in effect.Date counterTime stamp shows number of days between date of recording and selected date.fDate imprintExitOffDateDate and timeDate counter

122Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback, and Setup MenusDate CounterPictures taken while this option is in effect are imprinted with the number ofdays 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 birthdayor wedding.Sample date counter time stamps are shown below.Stored datesUp to three dates can be stored. To set, choose an option, press the rotary multi selector J, enter a date (c20), and press d. To select a different date, choose an option and press d.Display optionsChoose [Number of days], [Years and days], or [Yrs, mnths, days] and press d.fDate counterExit15.10.2006Number of days5Press d to display the stored dates option.Press d to display the display option.fStored datesExit15.10.2006--.--.----03.03.2006Display optionsNumber of daysYears and daysYrs, mnths, daysExit02/ 2006.10.0802/ 2006.10.0802/ 2006.10.08 02/ 2006.10.1202/ 20 06.1 0.1 202/ 2006.10.12Two days remaining Two days elapsed

123Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback, and Setup Menusu AF AssistIf [Auto] is selected, AF-assist illumination will beused to assist the focus operation when the subjectis poorly lit. Note that for some modes, AF-assist illuminationturns off automatically. To disable this function, choose [Off]. When set to [Off], the camera may beunable to focus if lighting is poor.h Sound SettingsAdjust the following sound settings.Button soundWhen [On] is selected, beep will sound once when operations are completed successfully, three times when error is detected.Shutter soundChoose shutter sound from [1], [2], [3], and [Off].VolumeChoose volume of shutter sound from [Loud], [Normal], and [Off].AF assistExitAutoOffButton soundShutter soundVolumeSound settingsExit

124Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback, and Setup MenusI Record OrientationChoose whether or not to record the orientation ofpictures taken in “tall” orientation.Choose [Auto] to record the picture’s orientationdetected by the camera’s sensor. The taken picturewill be automatically rotated when played back onthe camera monitor or with PictureProject. When[Off] is selected, the picture will be displayed in the same orientation as itwas taken.i Auto OffChoose the time allowed to elapse before the cam-era enters standby mode to save power (c25).The time options are 30 seconds, one minute, fiveminutes, and 30 minutes. The power-on lampflashes in standby mode. If no operations are per-formed for another three minutes, the camera turnsoff.jNotes on Auto OffThe monitor will remain on for a minimum of:• Three minutes when menus are displayed• Thirty minutes during continuous playback for slide shows and Pictmotion movies, or whenthe AC adapter is connectedExitAutoOffRecord orientationAuto offExit30s1m5m30m

125Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback, and Setup MenusM Format Memory/O Format CardFormat the internal memory or a memory card.Formatting the Internal MemoryIf no memory card is inserted, this option is labeled[Format memory] and formats internal memory.Remove the memory card from the camera to for-mat the internal memory.Formatting a Memory CardIf a memory card is inserted, the option is labeled[Format card] and formats the memory card.j Formatting Internal Memory and Memory Cards• Formatting the internal memory or memory cards permanently deletes all data. Be sure totransfer important pictures to a computer before formatting.• Do not turn the camera off, disconnect the AC charger, or remove the battery or memorycard during formatting.• The first time you insert the memory cards used in other devices into the COOLPIX S7c, for-mat them with [Format]. Repeated recording and deleting of pictures without regular for-matting reduces memory card performance.• Regular formatting of memory cards is recommended to maintain maximum performance.• [Format] is not available when the battery is low.Quick formatFormats only portions of the memory card containing data.FormatFormats the entire memory card including portions with no recorded data. [Format] takes longer than [Quick format].Format memoryWARNING!All images will be deleted!ExitFormatNoFormat cardExitQuick formatFormat

126Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback, and Setup Menusj LanguageChoose one of 20 languages for display of cameramenus and messages.k InterfaceAdjust settings for connection to a computer ortelevision.Czech PolishDanish PortugueseGerman Russian(default) FinnishSpanish SwedishFrench Simplified ChineseIndonesian Traditional ChineseItalian JapaneseDutch KoreanNorwegian ThaiUSBSelect [Mass storage] or [PTP] for connection to computer (c83) or printer (c88).Video modeChoose from [NTSC] and [PAL]. Auto transferChoose [On] to mark all new pictures for transfer to computer (c86).InterfaceExitUSBVideo modeAuto transfer

127Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback, and Setup Menusn Reset AllThis option restores the following settings to theirdefault values:Pop-up menuScene modeOne-touch portrait menuMovie menuPictmotion menuFlash mode (c32) AutoSelf-timer (c34) OffMacro close-up (c35) OffScene mode (c37) PortraitPortrait assist (c39) PortraitLandscape assist (c40) LandscapeSports assist (c41) SportsNight portrait assist (c42) Night portraitPortrait effect (c51) NormalMovie options (c72) Small size 320Auto-focus mode (c75) Single AFElectronic VR (c75) OffBackground music (c68) High-speedEffects (c68) MotionPlayback order (c68) RandomLoop (c68) Repeat photosSelected images (c68) 10 picturesReset allReset all settings to defaultvaluesExitResetNo

128Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback, and Setup MenusShooting menuSetup menuOthersWireless Transfer MenuImage mode (c97) Normal(3072)White balance (c99) AutoExposure compensation (c101) 0Continuous (c102) SingleBSS (c104) OffISO sensitivity (c105) AutoColor options (c105) Standard colorAF area mode (c106) CenterElectronic VR (c106) AutoMenus (c115) TextQuick startup (c116) OnWelcome screen (c116) AnimationPhoto info (c120) Auto infoBrightness (c120) 4Date imprint (c121) OffAF assist (c123) AutoButton sound (c123) OnShutter sound (c123) 1Volume (c123) NormalRecord orientation (c124) AutoAuto off (c124) 1mAuto transfer (c126) OnSound quality (c78) HighPaper size (c89, 90) DefaultConfirm Transfer (c154) OffSave Images (c154) Off

129Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback, and Setup Menus• Choosing [Reset all] also clears the current file number (c160) from the memory. Num-bering will continue from the lowest number available. To reset file numbering to “0001”,delete all pictures (c111) before selecting [Reset all].• Settings for [Date] (c117), [Date counter] (c122), [Language] (c126), [USB] (c126),and [Video mode] (c126) will remain unaffected even if [Reset all] is performed.B Firmware VersionView the current camera firmware version. The 12-digit number displayed below the firmwareversion is the camera’s MAC address.BackXX-XX-XX-XX-XX-XXMAC addressCOOLPIX S7c Ver. X.XMAC address

130Wireless Transfer ModeWireless Transfer ModeWhat is Wireless Transfer Mode?COOLPIX S7c is equipped with a wireless transfer mode, which is based onthe IEEE 802.11b/g standard. This section describes how the wireless transfermode works using the wireless LAN communication feature, and alsodescribes the configuration necessary for wireless transfer mode.Features of Wireless Transfer ModeCOOLPIX CONNECTPictures stored in the camera’s internal memory or on a memory card can beviewed by your family and friends via e-mail and webpage. For more infor-mation on the COOLPIX CONNECT service, refer to “Uploading Pictures toCOOLPIX CONNECT” (c145).PC Connection• Pictures stored in the camera’s internal memory or on a memory card canbe transferred to a computer via home wireless LAN.• Just-taken pictures can be immediately transferred to a computer wire-lessly connected.Wireless Printing• Pictures can be printed with a printer connected to a computer that iswirelessly connected via home wireless LAN.• Pictures can be directly transferred to a PictBridge-compatible printer andprinted using the optional wireless printer adapter PD-10.kNote on Screen ImagesScreen images in monitor may differ from the actual display.lNote on Wireless LAN ConfigurationFor more information on wireless LAN configuration, contact the manufacturer of the wirelessLAN adapter or access point, or see other commercially available references.

131What is Wireless Transfer Mode?Wireless Transfer ModelHome Wireless LAN• This refers to wireless LAN networks connected via ad-hoc mode or infrastructure mode athome or at the office.• If Internet connection is possible from the home wireless LAN (Infrastructure mode), youcan use the COOLPIX CONNECT service. However, if the home wireless LAN uses a proxyserver to connect to the Internet, the COOLPIX CONNECT service is not available.lAd-hoc Mode and Infrastructure Mode• Ad-hoc mode establishes a peer-to-peer (one-to-one) connec-tion with a wireless LAN-capable device. With theCOOLPIX S7c’s wireless transfer mode, a peer-to-peer connec-tion is established between the camera and computer.• Infrastructure mode connects a wireless LAN-capable device toa wireless LAN network via an access point. With theCOOLPIX S7c’s wireless transfer mode, this mode connects thecamera and computer via a wireless LAN access point.lThe Wireless Camera Setup Utility• To use wireless transfer mode (for configuration and transferring pictures), the WirelessCamera Setup Utility 2.0 (Setup Utility hereafter) is necessary. Use the supplied WirelessCamera Setup Utility/PictureProject Software CD to install the Setup Utility.• The Setup Utility is used for configuring profiles, and must be installed to the computerused for PC connection (c130, 150). Also, the Setup Utility is used for renaming or delet-ing profiles, changing the destination folder when transferring pictures to the computer,and switching the printer used for wireless printing.• See the Quick Start Guide for more information on installing the Setup Utility.

132Wireless Transfer ModeThe Features Available in the Wireless Transfer ModeThe features below are available in the COOLPIX S7c’s wireless transfer mode.12COOLPIX CONNECT (via home wireless LAN)COOLPIX CONNECT can be used by connect-ing the camera directly to the Internet viahome wireless LAN.Easy Transfer (including Pictmotion movies)Transfer pictures and Pictmotion movies notyet saved in the computer.Easy Transfer (excluding Pictmotion movies)Transfer pictures not yet saved in the computer(excluding Pictmotion movies).Shooting DateTransfer all pictures taken on a specificrecording date.Selected ImagesTransfer only selected pictures.Shoot & TransferImmediately transfer taken pictures.Marked ImagesTransfer pictures with the transfer icon (E). PC ModeAfter connecting the camera and the com-puter wirelessly, transfer pictures by operatingthe computer.Wireless PrintingPrint pictures wirelessly from the camera via acomputer.Wireless PrintingPrint pictures wirelessly from the cameradirectly via an optional PD-10 wireless printeradapter connected with a printer.Wireless LANSelect SSIDmobilepointHOTSPOT2AP1PC11234567890123453When wireless transfer mode is selected in the mode menu (1), after required configurations are made, the list of network names (SSID) detected by the camera is displayed (2).When selecting the desired SSID, the features available with that SSID are displayed by icon (3) (actual display varies with current settings).FeaturesCOOLPIX CONNECTPC Connection Wireless Printing

133The Features Available in the Wireless Transfer ModeWireless Transfer Mode• Internet-capable wireless LAN (c134)• Wireless LAN-capable computer with the Setup Utility. c134 c145• Home wireless LAN (Ad-hoc mode or Infrastructure mode)• Wireless LAN-capable computer with the Setup Utility. c134c150c150c151c152c153c155c156• Printer connected with computer is needed in addition to therequirements for PC connection above. c134 c158• Optional PD-10 wireless printer adapter• Connection setup for the cameraand the PD-10. c158RequirementsConfiguring OperatingLINKBUSYSTARTPOWERRefer to thePD-10instructionmanual.

145Transferring PicturesWireless Transfer ModeUploading Pictures to COOLPIX CONNECTTo use COOLPIX CONNECT, perform the following procedures.1Choose [COOLPIX CONNECT] in step 3 of“Establishing a Wireless Connection”(c143) and press d.2Enter your e-mail address correctly.Choose [Input] in the sender information entry screenand press d.Enter your e-mail correctly in the address screen andpress the shutter-release button. Then enter your(sender) name for the notification e-mail to recipientsand press the shutter-release button. For informationon how to enter characters, see “Entering Characterson the Camera” (c148).Function selection menuCOOLPIX CONNECTEasy Transfer (PM)Easy Trans. (no PM)Shooting dateSelected ImagesBackEnter your alias andemail addressInputCancelEnter sender infoEmailConfirmBack Deletexxx xxx. xxx@6411

146Transferring PicturesWireless Transfer Mode3Choose [All images] or [Choose date]and press d.When choosing [All images], select the desired pic-tures (up to 30) and press d to mark. Then press theshutter-release button to apply selection.When choosing [Choose date], select the shootingdate and press d to mark. Then press the shutter-release button.Select the desired pictures (up to 30) and press d tomark. Then press the shutter-release button to applyselection.4Choose the size for the pictures to betransferred and press the shutter releasebutton.Choose the size for the pictures to upload and pressd to mark.Photoprint 1,600 × 1,200 pixelsPC size 1,024 × 768 pixelsTV size 640 × 480 pixelsAll imagesChoose datePicture selectionSelect imageConfirmON/OFFBack5/30Choose dateConfirmimages totalON/OFF10.10.2006 325509.10.200608.10.2006BackChoose sizePhotoprintPC sizeTV size

147Transferring PicturesWireless Transfer Mode5Choose recipient e-mail address andpress the shutter-release button.Choose e-mail address and press d to mark.Choose [New] and press d to add recipients. Enter e-mail address correctly in the address screen and pressthe shutter-release button. For information on how toenter characters, see “Entering Characters on theCamera” (c148).6Choose [Yes] and press d.The screens for connecting to the access point and connecting to the wireless LANwill be displayed in order. To cancel transfer, press d.When the transfer is complete, the message shown atright will be displayed.Choose addressNewConfirmON/OFFBackxxx xxx. xxx@EmailConfirmBack Deletexxx xxx. xxx@6411Send mail?YesNoSend mailCancelConnecting to access pointConnecting to serverMail sent. Closedconnection toalias.Select SSID

148Transferring PicturesWireless Transfer ModejEntering Characters on the CameraWhen using COOLPIX CONNECT service, you can set profileswith the camera, without using the Setup Utility. From thecamera you can enter characters for information such as thee-mail address (up to 64) and its (sender) name (up to 16), userID and password.• Rotate the rotary multi selector clockwise to enter characters(A to Z) in alphabetical order, or counterclockwise to enter inreverse order. • Press the rotary multi selector J to move the cursor right.• Press the rotary multi selector I to move the cursor left. Press T to delete all the charac-ters entered up to the cursor.•Press d to change the character type in the following order: uppercase characters →lowercase characters → numbers → symbols → uppercase characters, and so on.• Press the shutter-release button to apply selection and return to the previous screen. • Press the zoom control to v (l) to preview the enteredcharacters. Press m to return to the previous screen. lEditing Recipient’s E-mail Address• Using the Setup Utility to enter or edit e-mail addresses is easier. You can also enter or edita nickname for an e-mail address using the Setup Utility, making it easier to choose desti-nations on the camera.• To edit nicknames and e-mail addresses, connect the computer and camera, turn on thecamera, and start the Setup Utility. Then, choose [Edit address book] in the action selectionscreen, and click [Next].• Choose [Reset camera] in the action selection screen to clear all address book contents (allprofiles are also deleted).WEP keyConfirmBack DeleteABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRS2626WEP keyConfirmBack DeleteABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQABCDEF2626

154Transferring PicturesWireless Transfer ModelChanging Settings for Shoot and TransferPress m in the shooting screen (for shoot and transfer) and the shoot and transfer menuwill be displayed.lSaving PicturesIf a communication error occurs while performing [Shoot & Transfer] with [Save Images] set to[Off], pictures taken are not saved. When taking pictures for important occasions, setting[Save Images] to [On] is recommended. Confirm Transfer Off (default) Immediately transfers pictures taken to the com-puter.OnDisplays a confirmation dialog prompting whether to transfer pictures taken to the com-puter each time a picture is taken.Save Images Off (default)Saves the picture taken only on the computer and not to the internal memory or on the memory card.On Saves the picture taken to the internal memory or on the memory card.Image Mode c97White Balance c99Exp. +/– c101ISO Sensitivity c105Color Options c105AF Area Mode c106Shoot & TransferConfirm TransferSave ImagesImage modeWhite balanceExp. +/-ExitShoot & TransferISO sensitivityColor optionsAF area modeExit

155Transferring PicturesWireless Transfer ModeTransferring Pictures Marked with the Transfer Icon -Marked Images1Use the rotary multi selector to choose[Marked images] in step 3 of “Establish-ing a Wireless Connection” (c143) andpress d.2Transfer pictures.Pictures marked with the g (transfer) icon (c112)will be transferred.3When transfer is complete, press d toreturn to the SSID selection menu.To end wireless transfer mode, see “When Transfer isComplete” (c144).Function selection menuShoot & TransferMarked imagesPC modeWireless PrintingBackCancelMy NetworkConnecting toProfile-ASelect SSIDTransfer completed.Connection terminated.

157Transferring PicturesWireless Transfer ModejMessage Displayed During TransferThe message shown at right is displayed in the monitor duringpicture transfer. The antenna icon indicates signal strength(5-levels). The icon changes to red when outside the networkarea. When signal strength is poor, remove any obstaclesbetween the camera antenna and computer (or access point).To cancel the current transfer, press d.jNote on the Camera’s d (E) ButtonPictures marked with the E icon cannot be transferred in wireless transfer mode using thecamera’s d (E) button.lSave Location of Transferred Images• Pictures transferred to the computer are saved to the following location.Windows XP: [Wireless Transfer] folder in [My Pictures] folderMacintosh: [Wireless Transfer] folder in [Picture] folder• A destination folder can be changed using the Setup Utility. Choose [Select destinationfolder] in the screen in step 6 (c137) and choose a destination folder. Connectionbetween the camera and a computer is not necessary for this operation.• When pictures are transferred wirelessly to a computer that has PictureProject installed, inmodes other than [PC mode], PictureProject automatically starts and the transferred pic-tures will be displayed. Note that the save location can be changed.• For computers without PictureProject installed, Explorer (for Windows) or Finder (for Macin-tosh) starts and the save location will be displayed. Note that the save location cannot bechanged.• If the camera is connected to a computer in [PC mode] without PictureProject installed,drag and drop pictures from the camera icon or drive displayed on the computer to thedesired save location.Cancel0002 / 0004Transferring imagesto computer

159Technical NotesTechnical NotesOptional AccessoriesApproved Memory CardsThe following memory cards have been tested and approved for use in theCOOLPIX S7c:* Cards rated for 10 MB/s (high speed)Other cards have not been tested. For more details on the memory cardslisted above, please contact the manufacturer.Rechargeable bat-teryNikon EN-EL8 rechargeable lithium-ion batteryBattery charger MH-62 battery chargerAC adapter EH-64 AC adapterCradle MV-15 COOL-STATIONImageLink-compati-ble printer adapterPV-11 dock insertUSB cable UC-E10 USB cableA/V cable EG-E5000 audio/video cableWireless printer adapterPD-10 wireless printer adapterSanDisk 64 MB, 128 MB, 256 MB, 512 MB, 1 GB, 256 MB*, 512 MB*, 1 GB*Toshiba 64 MB, 128 MB, 256 MB, 512 MB, 1 GB, 128 MB*, 256 MB*, 512 MB*Panasonic 64 MB, 128 MB, 256 MB, 512 MB, 1 GB, 256 MB*, 512 MB*, 1 GB*Nikon 1GB*

160Technical NotesImage File and Folder NamesPictures, movies, and voice memos are assigned file names as follows:• Files are stored in folders named with a folder number followed by a five-character identifier: “P_” plus a three-digit sequence number for picturestaken using panorama assist (e.g., “101P_001”; c47), “INTVL” for inter-val timer photography (e.g., “101INTVL”; c103), “SOUND” or “SOUNE”for voice recordings (e.g., “101SOUND”; c77), and “NIKON” for allother pictures (e.g., “100NIKON”). When the number of files within afolder reaches 9999, a new folder will be created. File numbers will beassigned automatically starting with “0001”.DSCN0001.JPGIdentifier(not shown on camera monitor)Original still pictures (voice memo attachment included), still pictures for which electronic VR was used during shoot-ing, movies, voice memosDSCNPictures compensated in electronic VR (voice memo attachment included)VSCNCropped copies (voice memo attachment included)RSCNSmall copies (voice memo attachment included) SSCND-Lighting copies (voice memo attachment included)FSCNTime-lapse or stop-motion movies INTNExtension(signifies the file type)Still picture .JPGMovie .MOVVoice memo .WAVFile number(assigned automatically in ascending order, starting with “0001”)

161Image File and Folder NamesTechnical Notes• Files copied using [Copy] > [Selected images] or [Copy sound files] >[Selected files] are copied to the current folder, where they are assignednew file numbers in ascending order starting from the largest file numberin memory. [Copy] > [All images] and [Copy sound files] > [Selected files]copy all folders from the source medium; file names do not change butnew folder numbers are assigned in ascending order starting from thelargest folder number on the destination medium (c113).• Pictmotion movies (c65) are stored under the “NKSS” folder in foldersnamed with a three-digit folder number followed by “PRJCT” (e.g.,“101PRJCT”). Each folder contains the picture and sound files for a singlePictmotion movie.• Folders can hold up to 200 pictures; if a picture is taken when the currentfolder contains 200 pictures, a new folder will be created by adding one tothe current folder number. If a picture is taken when the current folder isnumbered 999 and contains 200 pictures or a picture numbered 9999, nofurther pictures can be taken until the medium is formatted (c125) or anew memory card inserted.• Files for pictures taken when [Off] is selected for [Shoot & Transfer](c153) > [Save Images] in wireless transfer mode are named with thefour-digit identifier “STCN” and four-sequence numbers (e.g.,“STCN0001.JPG”).

162Technical NotesCaring for the CameraTo ensure continued enjoyment of this Nikon product, observe the followingprecautions when using or storing the device.jKeep dryThe device will be damaged if immersed in water or subjected to high humidity.jDo not dropThe product may malfunction if subjected to strong shock or vibration.jHandle the lens and all moving parts with careDo 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 mal-function or damage to the lens. Should the monitor break, care should be taken to avoidinjury caused by broken glass and to prevent the liquid crystal from the display touching theskin or entering the eyes or mouth.jDo not point the lens at strong light sources for extended periodsAvoid pointing the lens at the sun or other strong light sources for extended periods whenusing or storing the camera. Intense light may cause deterioration of the CCD image sensor,producing a white blur effect in photographs.jKeep away from strong magnetic fieldsDo not use or store this device in the vicinity of equipment that generates strong electromag-netic radiation or magnetic fields. Strong static charges or the magnetic fields produced byequipment such as radio transmitters could interfere with the monitor, damage data storedon the memory card, or affect the product’s internal circuitry.jAvoid sudden changes in temperatureSudden changes in temperature, such as occur when entering or leaving a heated building ona cold day, can cause condensation to form inside the device. To prevent condensation, placethe device in a carrying case or a plastic bag before exposing it to sudden changes in temper-ature.jTurn the product off before removing or disconnecting the power sourceDo not remove the battery while the product is on, or while images are being recorded ordeleted. Forcibly cutting power in these circumstances could result in loss of data or in dam-age to product memory or internal circuitry.

163Caring for the CameraTechnical NotesjThe AF-Assist Illuminator LEDThe light-emitting diode (LED; c6, 123) used in the AF-assist illuminator conforms to the following IEC standard:kThe Battery• Check the battery level when taking the camera out and charge the battery if necessary(c18). Do not continue charging once the battery is fully charged, as this will result inreduced battery performance. If possible, carry a fully charged spare battery when takingpictures on important occasions.• Do not use the battery at ambient temperatures below 0 °C (32 °F) or above 40 °C(104 °F). During charging, the temperature should be in the vicinity of 5 to 35 °C (41 to95 °F). Note that the battery may become hot during use; wait for the battery to coolbefore charging. Failure to observe these precautions could damage the battery, impair itsperformance, or prevent it from charging normally.• On cold days, the capacity of batteries tends to decrease. Be sure that the battery is fullycharged before heading outside to take pictures in cold weather. Keep spare batteries in awarm place and exchange as necessary. Once warmed, a cold battery may recover some ofits charge.• Dirt on the battery terminals can prevent the camera from functioning.• When the battery is not in use, remove it from the camera or battery charger and replacethe terminal cover. The camera and battery charger draw minute amounts of current evenwhen off; if left in place, the battery could be drained to the point that it no longer func-tions. Turning the camera on or off while the battery is exhausted can result in reduced bat-tery life. If the battery will not be used for an extended period, store it in a cool (15 to25 °C / 59 to 77 °F), dry place. Recharge it at least once a year and run it flat before return-ing it to storage.• Replace the battery when it no longer holds a charge. Used batteries are a valuableresource. Please recycle used batteries in accordance with local regulations.

164Caring for the CameraTechnical NotesCleaningDo not use alcohol, thinner, or other volatile chemicals.StorageTurn the camera off when not in use. Check that the power-on lamp is offbefore putting the camera away. Remove the battery if the camera will notbe used for an extended period. Do not store the camera with naptha orcamphor moth balls or in locations that:• are next to equipment that produces strong electromagnetic fields, such astelevisions or radios• are exposed to temperatures below –10 °C (14 °F) or above 50 °C (122 °F)• are poorly ventilated or subject to humidities of over 60%To prevent mold or mildew, take the camera out of storage at least once amonth. Turn the camera on and release the shutter a few times before put-ting the camera away again.kNotes on the Monitor• The monitor may contain a few pixels that are always lit or that do not light. This is a char-acteristic common to all TFT LCD displays, and does not indicate a malfunction. Imagesrecorded using the product will not be affected.• When framing bright subjects, vertical comet-like streaks that whiten toward either endmay appear in the display. This phenomenon, known as “smear,” does not appear in thefinal photograph and does not indicate a malfunction. Some smear may appear in movies.• Images in the monitor may be difficult to see under bright lighting.• The monitor is lit by an LED backlight. Should the monitor begin to dim or flicker, contactyour Nikon service representative.LensAvoid 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. If this fails, clean the lens using a cloth lightly dampened with commercial lens cleaner.MonitorRemove dust or lint with a blower. To remove fingerprints and other stains, clean the monitor with a soft, dry cloth, being careful not to apply pressure.BodyUse a blower to remove dust, dirt, or sand then wipe gently with a soft, dry cloth. After using the camera at the beach or seaside, wipe off any sand or salt with a dry cloth lightly dampened with fresh water, then dry thoroughly. Note that foreign matter inside the camera could cause dam-age not covered by the warranty.

165Technical NotesError MessagesThe following table lists the error messages and other warnings displayed inthe monitor, as well as the solutions for dealing with them.Display Problem Solution cS (blinks) Clock not set. Set clock. 117wBattery running low. Prepare to charge or change battery.14Warning!Battery exhaustedwBattery exhausted. Charge or change bat-tery.14p (● blinks red) Camera cannot focus. • Refocus.• Use focus lock.28, 29,106Warning!!please wait for the camera to finish recordingyCamera cannot perform other operations until recording is complete.Message clears from dis-play automatically when recording is complete.–Memory card is write protected.xWrite-protect switch is in “lock” position.Slide write-protect to “write” position.23No card present Pictmotion mode selected when no mem-ory card is inserted.Insert memory card. 22This card cannot be usedxError accessing memory card.• Use approved card.• Check that connectors are clean.• Confirm that memory card is correctly inserted.1592222Warning!This card cannot be readOCard is not format-tedOFormatNoMemory card has not been formatted for use in camera.Choose [Format] and press d to format card, or turn camera off and replace card.23

166Error MessagesTechnical NotesOut of memoryM or OMemory card is full. •Choose smaller image size.• Delete pictures or sound files.•Insert new memory card.•Remove memory card and use internal memory.9723, 76, 802223Image cannot be savedM or OError occurred while recording picture.Format internal memory or memory card.125Camera has run out of file numbers.• Insert new memory card.• Format internal mem-ory or memory card.22125Cannot edit selected pic-ture.Select picture that sup-ports crop D-Lighting or small picture.54Picture cannot be used for welcome screen.Choose picture 640 × 480 pixels or larger.–Cannot copy picture. Delete pictures from des-tination.111Sound file cannot be saved M or OCamera has run out of file numbers.Select [Reset all] after either inserting new memory card or format-ting internal memory or memory card.22,125,127Image has already been modified. D-Lighting cannot be used.uImage cannot be enhanced using D-Lighting.Copies from D-Lighting, crop, or small picture option cannot be adjusted using D-Lighting.56Cannot record movie.Time out error while recording movie.Choose memory card with faster write speed.159Memory contains no imagesrNo pictures available for playback.––No sound file. No sound file available for playback.––Display Problem Solution c

167Error MessagesTechnical NotesFile contains no image datarFile not created with COOLPIX S7c.View file on computer or other device.–This file cannot be played back.All images are hid-denDate and time are not set for pictures to be dis-played by calendar mode or list-by-date mode.––Pictmotion cannot be created.Error occurred when cre-ating Pictmotion movie.Start creating Pictmotion movie from the beginning.65Pictmotion cannot be played back.Pictmotion files have been deleted or moved.Delete affected Pictmo-tion movie.67This image cannot be deletedrPicture is protected. Disable protection. 111New city is in the current time zoneuDestination in same time zone as home.– 119Initializing lens.Cannot focus.yCamera cannot focus.Wait until message has cleared from display and camera has zoomed all the way out.–Lens erroruLens error. Turn camera off and then on again. If error persists, contact retailer or Nikon representative.24Lens cover error Finger or other obstruc-tion prevents lens cover from opening.Turn camera off and remove obstruction.4, 162Cannot reduce blur. Image cannot be enhanced by vibration reduction.• Picture is considerably blurred• Shutter speed too slow•Picture was taken with a dif-ferent camera, with Multi-shot 16, or with date imprint•Picture was taken imme-diately after the camera was turned on or reacti-vated from standby mode57Display Problem Solution c

168Error MessagesTechnical NotesThis image has been retouched. Cannot retouch to reduce blur.Image cannot be com-pensated using vibration reduction.Copies from small pic-ture, crop, or vibration reduction option cannot be adjusted using vibra-tion reduction.57Communications errorEUSB cable disconnected during transfer or print-ing.If PictureProject displays error, click [OK] to exit. Resume operation after turning camera off and reconnecting cable.83, 88[USB] option incorrect. Choose correct [USB] option.83, 84PictureProject did not start.––No images are marked for transfersNo pictures selected for transfer.Select pictures for trans-fer in the playback menu and try again.86,112Transfer errorETransfer error. • Check battery level.• Check that USB cable is connected.2483System erroruError has occurred in camera’s internal cir-cuitry.Turn camera off, remove and reinsert battery, and turn camera on. If error persists, contact retailer or Nikon representative.17, 24Printer error check printer statusuRunning out of ink or printer error.Check printer. After checking the ink or solv-ing the problem, select [Resume] and press d to resume printing. (Depending on the error, [Resume] may not be available.)–Display Problem Solution c

171Technical NotesTroubleshootingIf the camera fails to function as expected, check the list of common prob-lems below before consulting your retailer or Nikon representative. Refer tothe page numbers in the right-most column for more information.Display, Settings and Power SupplyProblem Cause/Solution cMonitor is blank • Camera is off.• Battery is exhausted.• Standby mode for saving power: press the shutter-release button halfway.• Flash lamp blinks red: wait until flash has charged.• USB cable is connected.• A/V cable is connected.• Time lapse or interval timer photogra-phy in progress.242425, 28338382Monitor is hard to read • Adjust monitor brightness.• Monitor is dirty. Clean monitor.• Monitor has dimmed to save power. Monitor brightens when controls are used.12016425Camera turns off without warn-ing• Battery is low.• Camera has turned off automatically to save power.• Battery is cold.24163[Format memory] > [Format] option not availableBattery is low. 24,125Camera clock is not correct • Clock battery exhausted: recharge clock battery. Pictures recorded before clock has been set will have time stamp of “00.00.0000 00:00”; movies will be dated “01.09.2006 00:00.”• Check camera clock regularly against more accurate timepieces and reset as required.20117No indicators displayed in moni-tor[Hide info] is selected for [Photo info].Select [Show info].120[Date imprint] not available Camera clock has not been set. 20,117

172TroubleshootingTechnical NotesElectronically Controlled CamerasIn extremely rare instances, unusual characters may appear in the monitor and the cameramay stop functioning. In most cases, this phenomenon is caused by a strong external staticcharge. Turn the camera off, remove and replace the battery, and then turn the camera onagain. In the event of continued malfunction, contact your retailer or Nikon representative.Note that disconnecting the power source as described above may result in the loss of anydata not recorded to internal memory or the memory card at the time the problem occurred.Data already recorded will not be affected.ShootingDate not appearing on pictures even when [Date imprint] is enabledDate does not appear on movies or on pictures taken using P, N, F, [Contin-uous], or when option other than [Off] is selected for [BSS].41, 45, 47, 70, 102, 104Camera settings reset Backup battery is exhausted; all settings were restored to their default values. 118Problem Cause/Solution cNo picture taken when shutter-release button is pressed• Camera is in playback mode: press o.• Menus are displayed: press m.• Battery is exhausted.• Flash lamp blinks: flash is charging.30112433Camera cannot focus • Subject is low in contrast, dominated by repeating geometric patterns, cov-ers too small an area of the frame, or contains many fine details, objects of sharply differing brightness, or objects at different distances from the cam-era. Use focus lock to focus on another subject at same distance.• Focus error. Turn camera off and then on again.2924Problem Cause/Solution c

173TroubleshootingTechnical NotesPictures are blurred • Use flash.• Use anti-shake mode.•Use A.• Use tripod and self-timer.324910434Bright specks appear in pictures taken with flashFlash is reflecting off particles in air. Turn flash off.33Flash does not fire Flash is off. Note that flash turns off automatically in T modes other than [Time-lapse movieA] and [Stop-motion movie], some scene modes, when [Con-tinuous] or [Multi-shot 16] is selected for [Continuous], or when option other than [Off] is selected for [BSS].32,37,70,102,104Optical zoom cannot be used Optical zoom cannot be used while recording movies.70Digital zoom cannot be used Digital zoom is not available in assist modes, or when [Multi-shot 16] is selected for [Continuous].37,102[Image mode] not available [Image mode] cannot be adjusted when [Multi-shot 16] is selected for [Continu-ous].102No sound when shutter is released• [Off] is selected for [Sound settings] > [Shutter sound] in setup menu. •P or T mode is selected, option other than [Single] is selected for [Continuous], or option other than [Off] is selected for [BSS].12341, 70, 102, 104AF-assist illuminator does not light• [Off] is selected for AF assist option in camera setup menu.• AF-assist illuminator turns off auto-matically in some modes.12337Pictures appear smeared Lens is dirty. Clean lens. 164Colors are unnatural White balance does not match light source.99Randomly spaced bright pixels (“noise”) appear in imageShutter speed too slow. Noise can be reduced by:• Using flash• Fixing the sensitivity•Choosing scene mode with noise reduction3210539-47Problem Cause/Solution c

174TroubleshootingTechnical NotesPlaybackPictures are too dark (underexposed)• Flash is off.• Flash window is blocked.• Subject is beyond flash range.• Adjust exposure compensation.• Subject is backlit. Select L ([Back light] scene mode) or use fill flash.32263210132, 46Pictures are too bright (overexposed)Adjust exposure compensation. 101Unexpected results when flash set to A (auto with red-eye reduction)In-Camera Red-Eye Fix may, in very rare cases, be applied to areas not affected by red-eye. Set flash to z (auto) or C (fill-flash) and try again. Note that red-eye reduction is the default setting for one-touch portrait, B, and D modes.32,39,42, 50Problem Cause/Solution cFile cannot be played back • File has been overwritten or renamed by computer or other make of camera.• Time lapse or interval timer photogra-phy in progress: pictures cannot be played back until recording is com-plete.–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.76Cannot use crop, D-Lighting, or small picture optionsThese options cannot be used with mov-ies and may not be available with pic-tures created with other cameras. Select picture that supports crop, D-Lighting, or small picture.76, 54Cannot create new Pictmotion movieCamera may be unable to create Pictmo-tion movies using pictures recorded with other cameras. Other cameras may be unable to play Pictmotion movies cre-ated with COOLPIX S7c.–Problem Cause/Solution c

175TroubleshootingTechnical NotesCustom Pictmotion background music tracks are not listedMemory card contains no background tracks. If background tracks were deleted when memory card was format-ted, copy tracks to card again.68Pictures not displayed on televi-sion• Choose correct video mode.• A/V cable and USB cable are both con-nected to the COOL-STATION: discon-nect USB cable.126–PictureProject does not start when camera is connected• Camera is off.• Battery is exhausted.• USB cable is not correctly connected.• Appropriate [USB] option is not selected.• Camera is not recognized by the com-puter.• Computer is not set to launch PictureProject automatically.See the supplied PictureProject Refer-ence Manual (on CD) (silver) for more information on PictureProject.24248384––Cannot mark pictures for transfer No more than 1,000 pictures can be marked for transfer. Use the [Transfer] button in PictureProject to transfer pic-tures.85Transfer marking does not appearPictures were marked for transfer using another model of camera. Mark pictures for transfer using COOLPIX S7c.86,112Cannot transfer pictures d cannot be used to transfer pictures from internal memory when [Mass stor-age] is selected for [USB] or if memory card is locked. Transfer pictures using the [Transfer] button in PictureProject.23,126Cannot transfer Pictmotion mov-ies• Pictmotion movies cannot be trans-ferred to Mac OS.•d cannot be used to transfer Pictmo-tion movies. Use the [Transfer] button in PictureProject.––Problem Cause/Solution c

177Technical NotesSupported Standards•DCF: Design Rule for Camera File System is a standard widely used in thedigital camera industry to ensure compatibility among different makes ofcamera.•DPOF: Digital Print Order Format is an industry-wide standard that allowspictures to be printed from print orders stored on the memory card.•Exif version 2.2: This camera supports Exif (Exchangeable Image File For-mat for Digital Still Cameras) version 2.2, a standard that allows informa-tion stored with photographs to be used for optimal color reproductionwhen images are output from Exif-compliant printers.•PictBridge: A standard developed cooperatively by the digital camera andprinter industries, allowing photographs to be output directly to a printerwithout connecting the camera to a computer.•ImageLink: The ImageLink standard allows pictures taken with a digitalcamera to be printed directly on a household printer, without using a com-puter. The camera can be connected directly to any ImageLink-compatibleprinter for one-touch picture printing.

178Technical NotesSpecificationsNikon COOLPIX S7c Digital CameraType Compact digital cameraEffective pixels 7.1 millionCCD 1/2.5-in. CCD; total pixels: 7.41 millionImage size (pixels) • 3,072 × 2,304 [High(3072A)/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)]Lens 3× Zoom-Nikkor ED lensFocal length F=5.8–17.4 mm (35-mm [135] camera-format equivalent: 35–105mm)f/-number F2.8–F5.0Construction 12 elements in 10 groupsDigital zoom Up to 4× (35-mm [135] camera-format equivalent: 420 mm)Autofocus (AF) Contrast-detect AFFocus range (from lens)• 30 cm (1 ft.)–∞• Macro close-up mode: 4 cm (1.6 in.)–∞ (wide zoom position)Focus-area selection Center, manual (99 focus area)AF-assist illumination Class 1 LED product (IEC 60825-1 Edition 1.2-2001); max. output: 1,600 µWVibration reduction ElectronicMonitor 3.0 in., 230,000-dot, wide viewing-angle low-temperature polysilicon TFT LCD with 5-level brightness adjustmentFrame coverage (shooting mode)Approximately 97% horizontal and 97% verticalFrame coverage (playback mode)Approximately 100% horizontal and 100% verticalStorageMedia Internal memory (14 MB); Secure Digital (SD) memory cardsFile system DCF, Exif 2.2, and DPOF compliantFile formats Compressed: JPEG-baseline-compliantMovies: QuickTime Audio files: WAV

179SpecificationsTechnical NotesExposureMetering 256-segment matrix, center-weighted, spot, spot AF areaExposure control Programmed auto exposure with exposure compensation (–2.0 to +2.0 EV in steps of 1/3 EV)Range W: 0.0 to +15.9 EVT: +1.6 to +17.6 EVShutter Mechanical and charge-coupled electronic shutterSpeed 2–1/500 sAperture Electronically controlled ND filter selectionRange 2 steps (f/2.8 and f/7.9 [W])ISO sensitivityISO 50, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, Auto (auto gain to ISO 50–800 equivalent)Self-timer 10 seconds, 3 secondsBuilt-in flashRange W: 0.3–7.5 m / 12 in.–24 ft. 6 in.T: 0.3–4.0 m / 12 in.–13 ft.Flash control Sensor flash systemInterface USBVideo output Can be selected from NTSC and PALI/O terminals Multi connector (supports ImageLink)WirelessStandardsIEEE 802.11b/g (standard wireless LAN protocol), ARIB STD-T66 (standard for low power data communications systems)Communications protocolsIEEE 802.11g: OFDMIEEE 802.11b: DBPSK, DQPSK, CCKRange (line of sight) Approximately 20 m/67 ft. (varies with location)Operating frequency2412–2462 MHz (11 channels)Data rates* IEEE 802.11g: 6, 9, 12, 18, 24, 36, 48, and 54 MbpsIEEE 802.11b: 1, 2, 5.5, and 11 MbpsSecurity TKIP, 128/64-bit (104/40-bit) WEPAccess protocols Infrastructure/ad-hocSupported languagesCzech, Danish, German, English, Spanish, French, Indonesian, Italian, Dutch, Norwegian, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Finnish, Swedish, Chinese (Simplified and Traditional), Japanese, Korean, ThaiPower sources • One rechargeable Nikon EN-EL8 lithium-ion battery (supplied)• EH-64 AC adapter (supplied)

180SpecificationsTechnical Notes* Based on Camera and Imaging Products Association (CIPA) standards for measuringthe life of camera batteries. Measured at 25 °C (77 °F); zoom adjusted with eachshot, flash fired with every other shot, image mode set to Normal. Number of shotsmay differ depending on conditions such as the interval between shots, menu displaytime or image playback time.• Unless otherwise stated, all figures are for a camera with fully-chargedEN-EL8 battery operated at an ambient temperature of 25 °C (77 °F).Charging time Approximately 2 hoursBattery life Approximately 200 shots (EN-EL8)*Dimensions 100.5 × 60 × 21 mm/3.9 × 2.4 × 0.8 in. (W × H × D, excluding projections)Weight 140 g (4.9 oz) without battery or memory cardOperating environmentTemperature 0 to +40 °C (+32 to 104 °F)Humidity Less than 85% (no condensation)

181SpecificationsTechnical NotesMV-15 COOL-STATIONPV-11 Dock InsertEH-64 AC AdapterEN-EL8 Rechargeable Li-ion BatteryjSpecificationsNikon will not be held liable for any errors this manual may contain. The appearance of thisproduct and its specifications are subject to change without notice.InterfaceUSBI/O terminalsDC in, digital terminal (USB), audio-video out, camera con-nectorOperating temperature0–40 °C (32–104 °F)Approximate dimen-sions111.5 × 28 × 50.5 mm/4.4 × 1.1 × 2.0 in. (W × H × D, excluding projections)Approximate weight52 g (1.8 oz)Approximate dimen-sions135.5 × 22.5 × 63 mm/5.3 × 0.9 × 2.5 in. (W × H × D, excluding projections)Approximate weight32 g (1.1 oz)Rated input100–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz, 0.18–0.1 ARated capacity18–22 VARated outputDC 4.8 V/1.5 AOperating temperature0–40 °C (32–104 °F)Approximate dimen-sions41 × 23.5 × 79 mm /1.6 × 0.9 × 3.1 in. (W × H × D, excluding projections)Length of cordApproximately 1.7 m (5 ft. 7 in.)Approximate weight110 g (3.9 oz), excluding power cableTypeRechargeable lithium-ion batteryRated capacity3.7 V/730 mAhOperating temperature0–40 °C (32–104 °F)Approximate dimen-sions35 × 47 × 5 mm/1.4 × 1.9 × 0.2 in. (W × H × D, excluding projections)Approximate weight17 g (0.6 oz), excluding terminal cover

182Technical NotesIndexSymbolsF Anti-shake mode 49F Anti-shake mode/electronic vibra-tion mode 7, 49, 57d Apply selection button 7L Auto mode 24–31J Calendar mode 60T Delete button 11, 30, 53i D-Lighting button 6, 56l Help 13K High-sensitivity shooting mode 36L List-by-date mode 61m Menu button 11D Mode button 7, 10T Movie mode 10, 11, 70, 71m One-touch portrait button 6, 50P Pictmotion mode 65i Playback mode 10, 11, 31k Playback zoom 53, 55n Scene mode 11, 37–42o Shooting/playback button 11,30, 55j Thumbnail playback 52, 55E Transfer button 83, 85, 112q Voice playback mode 79O Voice recording mode 10, 77, 115y Wait icon 165n Wireless transfer mode 130x Zoom control 6, 26, 35, 76, 79,89AA/V cable 82A/V-out connect 82AC adapter 15Accessories 159Ad-hoc mode 131AE-L 48AF area mode 106AF assist 123Anti-shake mode 49Assist modes 37, 38–42Auto off 124Auto transfer 126Auto-focus mode 75BBack light (L) 46Backlit subjects 32, 46Battery 16Battery level indicator 165Battery-chamber/memory card slotcover 7Beach/snow (H) 44Best shot selector 45, 104Blur 173Brightness 120BSS 107CCable connector 85, 88CleaningBody 164Lens 164Monitor 164Close up (M) 45Close-up 35, 45Color options 105, 107Computer 82–86, 126copying pictures to 82–85Confirm Transfer 154Continuous 102, 107COOLPIX CONNECT 130, 145COOL-STATION 14Copy 113Copy (O) 46Crop 55Cyanotype 105DDate 20–21, 117, 121printing 94Date counter 122

183IndexTechnical NotesDate imprint 121Daylight saving time 117DCF 177DC-IN connector 14Delete 111Design rule for Camera File System 177Digital Print Order Format 93–94, 177D-Lighting 56Dock insert 95DPOF 177DSCN 160Dusk/dawn (J) 44EEasy Transfer 150Electronic VR 57, 75, 106E-mail 97Entering characters 148Error messages 165–168Exif version 2.2 177Exposure compensation 101Extension 160FFace-priority AF 51File names 160Fill flash 32Fireworks show (K) 46Firmware version 129Flash 32, 127lamp 7, 33mode 32Flash mode 107Focus 8, 28area 8, 28face-priority 50Folder names 160Format 23, 125Framing 26assist 37–42guides 38–42FSCN 160Function selection menu 143HHigh-sensitivity shooting mode 36Home wireless LAN 131IImage mode 37, 97ImageLink-compatible printer 95Infrastructure mode 131Interface 82–88, 126Internal memory 8–9, 22, 98, 125capacity 98formatting 125ISO sensitivity 105JJPEG 178JPG 160LLandscape (E) 40Language 20, 126Lens 6, 164MMacro close-up 35Marked images 155Memory card 8–9, 22, 98, 159approved 159capacity of 98formatting 125Inserting and removing 22slot 22Menus 115Monitor 7, 8–9, 24, 120, 164brightness 120indicators in 8–9Monitor settings 120MOV 160Movie menu 71Movie mode 70Movie options 72maximum movie length 72

184IndexTechnical NotesPictmotion 72small size 72smaller size 72Stop-motion movie 72Time-lapse movie 72TV movie 72Movies 70, 76deleting 76playback 76recording 70Multi connector 7Museum (N) 45NNight landscape (G) 45Night portrait (D) 37OOne-touch portrait mode 50menu 51taking pictures 50PPanorama 47–48Panorama assist (F) 47Party/indoor (C) 44PC mode 156PictBridge 87–93, 177Pictmotion by muvee 65Playback 30, 52–58menu 108–113thumbnail 52zoom 53Playback menu 108–113Portrait (B) 39Power switch 6Power-on lamp 6, 24Print set 93, 108Print size 98Protect 111QQuick startup 116RRecord orientation 124Red-eye reduction 33Reset all 127Rotary multi selector 7, 12Rotate image 112RSCN 160SSave Images 154Scene modes 37Selected Image 152Self timer 34, 107Self-timer lamp 6, 34Setup menu 114–129Shoot & Transfer 153Shooting date 151Shooting menu 96–105Shutter-release button 6Slide show 110Small picture 58Smear 164Sound settings 123Sports (P) 41SSCN 160SSID 132, 141, 143Strap, Camera 6Sunset (I) 44Support information 2TTelevision 82connecting to 82Thumbnail playback 52Time zone 20–21, 117, 119Transfer 85mark 86, 112, 126Transfer marking 112pictures for 112, 126Tripod 7

185IndexTechnical NotesUUSB 126cable 85, 88connection 83–84, 126VVideo mode 126Voice Memos 59Voice recordingsCopying 81making 77menu 78Playing 79WWAV 160Welcome screen 114White balance 99, 107preset 100Wireless Camera Setup Utility 131Wireless LED 6Wireless Printer Adapter PD-10 158Wireless Printing 158Wireless transfer mode 130ZZoom 26control 6indicator 8playback 53

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