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Trademark Information
Macintosh, Mac OS, and QuickTime are registered trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc. Microsoft and
Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. The SD logo is a trademark of the SD Card
Association. Adobe and Acrobat are registered trademarks of Adobe Systems Inc. Pictmotion is powered
by muvee Technologies. PictBridge is a trademark. D-Lighting technology is provided by Apical Limited.
Face-priority AF technology is provided by Identix®. All other trade names mentioned in this manual or the
other documentation provided with your Nikon product are trademarks or registered trademarks of their
respective holders.
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Symbols and Conventions
To make it easier to fi nd the information you need,
the following symbols and conventions are used:
This icon marks tips, additional information
that may be helpful when using the cam-
era.
This icon marks cautions, information that
should be read before use to prevent dam-
age to the camera.
This icon marks notes, information that
should be read before using the camera.
This icon indicates that more information is
available elsewhere in this manual or in the
Quick Start Guide.
Memory Cards
Pictures taken with this camera can be stored in the
camera’s internal memory or on removable memory
cards. If a memory card is inserted, all new pictures
will be stored on the memory card and delete, play-
back, and format operations will apply only to the
pictures on the memory card. The memory card
must be removed before the internal memory can
be formatted or used to store, delete, or view pic-
tures.
Notation
The names of menu items displayed in the camera
monitor, and the names of buttons or messages dis-
played in the computer monitor are indicated with
brackets ([ ]).
Introduction
Scene Mode
Basic Photography and
Playback
Connecting to Televisions,
Computers, and Printers
First Steps
Viewing Pictures on the
Camera
Menu Guide
Movies
Voice Recordings
Technical Notes
Camera Operations
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To prevent damage to your Nikon product or injury to yourself or to others, read
the following safety precautions in their entirety before using this equipment. Keep
these safety instructions where all those who use the product will read them.
The consequences that could result from failure to observe the precautions listed in
this section are indicated by the following symbol:
This icon marks warnings, information that should be read before using this Nikon
product to prevent possible injury.
WARNINGS
Turn off in the event of malfunction
Should you notice smoke or an unusual
smell coming from the camera or AC adapt-
er, unplug the AC adapter and remove the
battery immediately, taking care to avoid
burns. Continued operation could result
in injury. After removing or disconnecting
the power source, take the equipment to
a Nikon-authorized service representative
for inspection.
Do not disassemble
Touching the internal parts of the camera
or AC adapter could result in injury. Re-
pairs should be performed only by quali-
ed technicians. Should the camera or
AC adapter break open as the result of a
fall or other accident, take the product to
a Nikon-authorized service representative
for inspection after unplugging the prod-
uct and / or removing the battery.
Do not use the camera or AC adapter in the pres-
ence of fl ammable gas
Do not use electronic equipment in the
presence of fl ammable gas, as this could
result in explosion or fi re.
Handle the camera strap with care
Never place the strap around the neck of
an infant or child.
Keep out of reach of children
Particular care should be taken to prevent
infants from putting the batteries or other
small parts into their mouths.
Observe caution when handling batteries
Batteries may leak or explode if improperly
handled. Observe the following precau-
tions when handling batteries for use in
this product:
Before replacing the battery, turn the prod-
uct off . If you are using the AC adapter, be
sure it is unplugged.
Use only rechargeable Nikon EN-EL5 lithi-
um-ion batteries (supplied). Use the sup-
plied MH-61 battery charger to charge the
batteries.
When inserting the battery, do not attempt
to insert it upside down or backwards.
Do not short or disassemble batteries.
• Do not expose batteries to fl ame or to ex-
cessive heat.
Do not immerse in or expose to water.
• Replace the terminal cover when trans-
porting the battery. Do not transport or
store with metal objects such as necklaces
or hairpins.
Batteries are prone to leakage when fully
discharged. To avoid damage to the prod-
uct, be sure to remove the battery when no
charge remains.
Discontinue use immediately should you
notice any change in the battery, such as
discoloration or deformation.
• If liquid from damaged batteries comes in
contact with clothing or skin, rinse immedi-
ately with plenty of water.
For Your Safety
iii
Observe the following precautions when handling
the battery charger
Use only battery chargers designated for
use with this product.
Keep dry. Failure to observe this precau-
tion could result in fi re or electric shock.
Dust on or near the metal parts of the plug
should be removed with a dry cloth. Con-
tinued use could result in fi re.
Do not handle the power cable or go near
the adapter during thunderstorms. Failure
to observe this precaution could result in
electric shock.
Do not damage, modify, forcibly tug or
bend the power cable, place it under
heavy objects, or expose it to heat or fl ame.
Should the insulation be damaged and the
wires become exposed, take it to a Nikon-
authorized service representative for in-
spection. Failure to observe these precau-
tions could result in fi re or electric shock.
• Do not handle the plug or battery charger
with wet hands. Failure to observe this pre-
caution could result in electric shock.
Use appropriate cables
When connecting cables to the input and
output jacks, use only the cables provided
or sold by Nikon for the purpose, to main-
tain compliance with product regulations.
Handle moving parts with care
Be careful that your fi ngers or other objects
are not pinched between the lens sec-
tion and camera body or by other moving
parts.
CD-ROMs
The CD-ROMs supplied with this device
should not be played back on audio CD
equipment. Playing CD-ROMs on an audio
CD player could cause hearing loss or dam-
age the equipment.
Observe caution when operating the ash
Using the fl ash close to your subjects eyes
could cause temporary visual impairment.
Particular care should be observed if pho-
tographing infants, when the fl ash should
be no less than one meter (39 in.) from the
subject.
Do not fi re the fl ash while it is touching a person
or object
Such use can result in the person being
burned, and / or their clothes igniting from
the heat of the fl ash.
Avoid contact with liquid crystal
Should the monitor break, care should be
taken to avoid injury due to broken glass
and to prevent liquid crystal from the mon-
itor touching the skin or entering the eyes
or mouth.
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Notice for Customers in Canada
CAUTION
This class B digital apparatus meets all require-
ments of the Canadian Interference Causing
Equipment Regulations.
ATTENTION
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte
toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le maté-
riel brouilleur du Canada.
Notice for Customers in the U.S.A.
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Radio Frequency Interference Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to
comply with the limits for a Class B digital de-
vice, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These
limits are designed to provide reasonable pro-
tection against harmful interference in a resi-
dential installation. This equipment generates,
uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy
and, if not installed and used in accordance with
the instructions, may cause harmful interference
to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does
cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning
the equipment off and on, the user is encour-
aged to try to correct the interference by one or
more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equip-
ment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a cir-
cuit diff erent from that to which the receiver is
connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio /
television technician for help.
CAUTIONS
Modifi cations
The FCC requires the user to be notifi ed that any
changes or modifi cations made to this device
that are not expressly approved by Nikon Cor-
poration may void the user’s authority to oper-
ate the equipment.
Interface Cables
Use the interface cables sold or provided by
Nikon for your equipment. Using other inter-
face cables may exceed the limits of Class B Part
15 of the FCC rules.
Notice for customers in the State of California
WARNING: Handling the cord on this product will
expose you to lead, a chemical known to the
State of California to cause birth defects or other
reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.
Nikon Inc.,
1300 Walt Whitman Road, Melville, New York
11747-3064, U.S.A. Tel.: 631-547-4200
No part of the manuals included with this
product may be reproduced, transmitted, tran-
scribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translat-
ed into any language in any form, by any means,
without Nikon’s prior written permission.
Nikon reserves the right to change the speci-
cations of the hardware and software de-
scribed in these manuals at any time and with-
out prior notice.
Nikon will not be held liable for any damages
resulting from the use of this product.
While every eff ort has been made to ensure
that the information in these manuals is ac-
curate and complete, we would appreciate it
were you to bring any errors or omissions to
the attention of the Nikon representative in
your area (address provided separately).
COOLPIX S10
Notices
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Items prohibited by law from being copied or reproduced
Do not copy or reproduce paper money, coins,
securities, government bonds, or local govern-
ment bonds, even if such copies or reproduc-
tions are stamped “Sample.
The copying or reproduction of paper money,
coins, or securities which are circulated in a for-
eign country is prohibited.
Unless the prior permission of the government
has been obtained, the copying or reproduc-
tion 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 certifi ed docu-
ments stipulated by law is prohibited.
Cautions on certain copies and reproductions
The government has issued cautions on cop-
ies or reproductions of securities issued by
private companies (shares, bills, checks, gift
certifi cates, etc.), commuter passes, or coupon
tickets, except when a minimum of necessary
copies are to be provided for business use by
a company. Also, do not copy or reproduce
passports issued by the government, licenses
issued by public agencies and private groups,
ID cards, and tickets, such as passes and meal
coupons.
Comply with copyright notices
The copying or reproduction of copyrighted
creative works such as books, music, paint-
ings, woodcut prints, maps, drawings, movies,
and photographs is governed by national and
international copyright laws. Do not use this
product for the purpose of making illegal cop-
ies or to infringe copyright laws.
Symbol for Separate Collection in European Countries
This symbol indicates that this product is to be collected separately.
The following apply only to users in European countries:
This product is designated for separate collection at an appropriate collection point.
Do not dispose of as household waste.
For more information, contact the retailer or the local authorities in charge of waste
management.
Notice Concerning Prohibition of Copying or Reproduction
Note that simply being in possession of material that has been digitally copied or reproduced by
means of a scanner, digital camera or other device may be punishable by law.
Disposing of Data Storage Devices
Please note that deleting images or formatting data storage devices such as memory cards or built-
in camera memory does not completely erase the original image data. Deleted fi les can sometimes
be recovered from discarded storage devices using commercially available software, potentially re-
sulting in the malicious use of personal image data. Ensuring the privacy of such data is the user’s
responsibility.
Before discarding a data storage device or transferring ownership to another person, erase all data
using commercial deletion software, or format the device and then completely refi ll it with images
containing no private information (for example, pictures of empty sky). Be sure to also replace
any pictures selected for the welcome screen. Care should be taken to avoid injury or damage to
property when physically destroying data storage devices.
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Table of Contents
For Your Safety ..................................................................................................................................................... ii
Notices ...................................................................................................................................................................iv
Introduction 1
Parts of the Camera ............................................................................................................................................1
The Monitor .......................................................................................................................................................... 4
First Steps 6
Charging the Battery .........................................................................................................................................6
Inserting the Battery ..........................................................................................................................................7
Inserting Memory Cards ...................................................................................................................................8
Camera Operations 10
Turning the Camera on and Off ...................................................................................................................10
Adjusting the Lens ............................................................................................................................................11
Zoom .....................................................................................................................................................................11
Focus and Shutter Release ............................................................................................................................12
Using Menus .......................................................................................................................................................13
Basic Photography and Playback 14
Mode ..............................................................................................................................................................14
Viewing Pictures ................................................................................................................................................15
Using the Flash ..................................................................................................................................................16
Taking Pictures with the Self-Timer ............................................................................................................18
Macro Close-up Mode .....................................................................................................................................19
Vibration Reduction (VR) ................................................................................................................................20
One-Touch Portrait Mode ..............................................................................................................................21
Scene Mode 23
Scene Assist Modes ..........................................................................................................................................24
Scene Modes ......................................................................................................................................................26
Movies 31
Recording Movies .............................................................................................................................................31
The Movie Menu ...............................................................................................................................................31
Movie Playback ..................................................................................................................................................33
Voice Recordings 34
Viewing Pictures on the Camera 37
Viewing Multiple Pictures: Thumbnail Playback ....................................................................................................37
Deleting Pictures ......................................................................................................................................................................37
Taking a Closer Look: Playback Zoom ..........................................................................................................................38
Creating a Cropped Copy ...................................................................................................................................................38
Enhancing Contrast: D-Lighting .....................................................................................................................................39
Voice Memos: Recording and Playback ......................................................................................................................40
Viewing Pictures by Date .....................................................................................................................................................41
Pictmotion by muvee ............................................................................................................................................................43
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Connecting to Televisions, Computers, and Printers 47
Viewing Pictures on TV ...................................................................................................................................47
Viewing Pictures on a Computer .................................................................................................................47
Printing Pictures ................................................................................................................................................50
Menu Guide 55
Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu ....................................................................................................55
Image Mode ................................................................................................................................................................................55
White Balance .............................................................................................................................................................................56
Exp. +/– ...........................................................................................................................................................................................57
Continuous ...................................................................................................................................................................................57
Best Shot Selector (BSS) ........................................................................................................................................................59
Sensitivity ......................................................................................................................................................................................59
Color Options ..............................................................................................................................................................................60
AF Area Mode .............................................................................................................................................................................60
Playback Options: The Playback Menu .....................................................................................................61
Print Set ..........................................................................................................................................................................................61
Slide Show ....................................................................................................................................................................................62
Delete ..............................................................................................................................................................................................62
Protect .............................................................................................................................................................................................62
Transfer Marking .......................................................................................................................................................................62
Rotate Image ...............................................................................................................................................................................63
Small Pic. ........................................................................................................................................................................................63
Copy .................................................................................................................................................................................................64
Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu .......................................................................................................65
Menus ..............................................................................................................................................................................................65
Welcome Screen .......................................................................................................................................................................66
Date ...................................................................................................................................................................................................66
Monitor Settings .......................................................................................................................................................................68
Date Imprint ................................................................................................................................................................................69
AF Assist .........................................................................................................................................................................................70
Sound Settings ...........................................................................................................................................................................70
Record Orientation ..................................................................................................................................................................70
Auto O ..........................................................................................................................................................................................70
Format Memory/ Format Card .........................................................................................................................................71
Language ......................................................................................................................................................................................71
Interface .........................................................................................................................................................................................71
Reset All ..........................................................................................................................................................................................71
Firmware Version ......................................................................................................................................................................71
Technical Notes 72
Optional Accessories .......................................................................................................................................72
Caring for the Camera .....................................................................................................................................74
Error Messages ...................................................................................................................................................76
Troubleshooting ................................................................................................................................................79
Appendix .............................................................................................................................................................82
Specifi cations .....................................................................................................................................................87
Index ......................................................................................................................................................................90
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Use Only Nikon Brand Electronic Accessories
Nikon COOLPIX cameras are designed to the highest standards and include complex elec-
tronic circuitry. Only Nikon brand electronic accessories (including battery chargers, bat-
teries, and AC adapters) certifi ed by Nikon specifi cally for use with this Nikon digital camera
are engineered and proven to operate within the operational and safety requirements of
this electronic circuitry.
THE USE OF NON-NIKON ELECTRONIC ACCESSORIES COULD DAMAGE THE CAMERA AND MAY VOID YOUR NIKON WARRANTY.
For more information about Nikon brand accessories, contact a local authorized Nikon
dealer.
EN-EL5
rechargeable
battery
* Holographic seal: Identifi es this
device as an authentic Nikon
product.
Before Taking Important Pictures
Before taking pictures on important occasions (such as at weddings or before taking the cam-
era on a trip), take a test shot to ensure that the camera is functioning normally. Nikon will not
be held liable for damages or lost profi ts that may result from product malfunction.
Life-Long Learning
As part of Nikons “Life-Long Learning” commitment to ongoing prod uct sup port and ed u -
ca tion, con tin u al ly-updated information is avail able on-line at the following sites:
For users in the U.S.A.: http://www.nikonusa.com/
For users in Europe and Africa: http://www.europe-nikon.com/support
For users in Asia, Oceania, and the Middle East: http://www.nikon-asia.com/
Visit these sites to keep up-to-date with the latest product in for ma tion, tips, an swers to fre-
quent ly-asked ques tions (FAQs), and gen er al advice on digital imaging and pho tog ra phy. Ad-
di tion al information may be available from the Nikon rep re sen ta tive in your area. See the URL
below for contact in for ma tion:
http://nikonimaging.com/
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Introduction
Introduction
Thank you for your purchase of a Nikon COOLPIX S10 digital camera. This manual
has been written to help you enjoy taking pictures with your Nikon digital camera.
Please be sure to read all instructions thoroughly to get the most from the cam era,
and keep them where they will be read by all those who use the product.
Parts of the Camera
Zoom control ( 11). See also:
(thumbnail playback): 37
(playback zoom): 38
(help): 13
Self-timer lamp ( 18)
AF-assist illuminator (LED; 17, 74)
Built-in fl ash ( 16)
Lens
( 11, 74, 75)
Power-on lamp ( 10)
Speaker
( 33, 35, 40, 44, 46)
Microphone
( 31, 34, 40)
Shutter-release button ( 12)
Power switch ( 10)
Lens in storage
position
Power connector for optional
AC adapter kit ( 72)
(One-touch portrait)
button ( 21). See also
(D-lighting; 39)
Vibration reduction
(VR) button
( 20, 32)
Eyelet for camera strap
Attach the strap as
shown at right.
Attaching the Camera Strap
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Introduction
(shooting/playback)
button ( 15, 37)
Battery-chamber/memory card slot cover ( 7, 8)
Flash lamp ( 16)
(delete) button
( 15, 37)
Multi selector
(mode) button ( 3, 13)
(menu) button
( 13, 55, 61, 65)
Monitor
( 4–5, 74, 75)
Battery chamber ( 7)
Memory card slot ( 8)
Battery latch ( 7)
(center) button ( 13)
(transfer) button ( 48)
Press left, right, up, or
down
Menu navigation: Return to previ-
ous menu, or move cursor left.
Shooting ( ): Display self-timer
mode menu ( 18).
Menu navigation: Move cursor down.
Shooting ( ): Display macro mode menu
( 19).
Menu navigation: Display sub-
menu, move cursor right.
Menu navigation: Move cursor up.
Shooting (): Display fl ash mode
menu ( 16).
Press center ( ) to make se-
lection
The Multi Selector
Cable connector
cover ( 47, 48, 51)
Cable connector
( 47, 48, 51)
Tripod
socket
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Introduction
Pressing the button during shooting or playback displays a mode-selection menu (
13).
For help on the current menu or menu item, press the zoom control to T ( ; 13).
Menu Help
The (Mode) Button
Dummy
Default Modes
Except in and modes, pressing the power switch to turn the camera on or pressing the
button to switch from playback to shooting restores the last shooting mode selected,
while pressing to initiate playback automatically selects (playback) mode. Switching
to shooting mode from (voice playback) selects (voice recording); pressing to initi-
ate playback in (voice recording) mode automatically selects (voice playback).
Shooting Modes
Scene
( 23)
Voice recording ( 34)
Movie
( 31)
Auto ( 14)
Playback Modes
Pictmotion ( 43)
Voice playback ( 35)
List by
date
( 41)
Playback ( 37)
The lens cap can be opened (
) and closed (
) while still attached to the camera. To
remove the cap, open it and then pull and twist the hinge while lifting upward (
).
The Lens Cap
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Introduction
The Monitor
The following indicators may appear in the monitor during shooting and playback
(actual display varies with current camera settings):
Shooting
Playback
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9999
9999
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1
24
8
3
9
20
5
7
13
14
10
11
19
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15
6
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Introduction
1 Shooting mode ..............................3, 14, 23, 31
2 Exposure lock .......................................................28
3 Macro close-up mode ............................19, 27
4 Zoom indicator ............................................11, 19
5 Focus indicator ....................................................12
6 Flash mode ............................................................16
7 Internal memor y / memory card
indicator ...................................................................10
8 Battery level indicator .....................................10
9 Sensitivity ........................................................ 17, 59
10 Vibration reduction (VR) mode .................20
11 Electronic VR indicator ....................................32
12 Self-timer indicator/count down .............18
13 “Date not set indicator ..................................76
14 Time zone indicator ..........................................66
15 Date imprint / date counter .......................... 69
16 Number of exposures
remaining .......................................................10, 84
Movie length ................................................31, 84
17 Focus areas .....................................................12, 60
18 Image mode .........................................................55
19 Exposure compensation ...............22, 30, 57
20 Color option ..........................................................60
21 White balance ......................................................56
22 Best Shot Selector (BSS) .................................59
23 Continuous shooting mode .......................57
1 Current folder * ......................................................85
2 File number and type * .....................................85
3 Internal memor y / memory card
indicator ...................................................................10
4 Battery level indicator .....................................10
5 Volume indicator ................................33, 35, 40
6 Voice memo recording guide ....................40
7 Voice memo playback guide ......................40
8 Current frame number /
total number of frames
Movie length ........................................................84
9 D-Lighting icon ...................................................39
10 Movie playback indicator ..............................33
11 Image mode .........................................................55
12 Movie indicator ...................................................33
13 Small picture indicator ...................................63
14 Protect icon ...........................................................62
15 Print icon .................................................................54
16 Transfer icon ..........................................48, 62, 71
17 Time of recording * .............................................66
18 Date of recording * ..............................................66
* Display diff ers in list-by-date mode ( 41).
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First Steps
First Steps
Charging the Battery
The camera uses a rechargeable EN-EL5 Li-ion battery (supplied). Charge the bat-
tery with the supplied MH-61 battery charger before fi rst use or when the battery
is running low.
1 Plug the charger in
Connect the power cable to the charger (
) and
then plug it into a power outlet (
). The CHARGE
lamp will light (
).
3 Charge the battery
The CHARGE lamp will blink as the battery charg-
es. (If the lamp fl ickers rapidly, either the tem-
perature is not in the range of 5 35 °C/41 95 °F
supported by the charger or the battery is faulty.
If the battery is faulty, unplug the charger im-
mediately and bring the battery and charger to
a Nikon-authorized service representative for in-
spection.) A fully-exhausted battery will charge in
about two hours.
Charging is complete when the CHARGE lamp
stops blinking. Remove the battery and unplug
charger.
2 Insert the battery
Remove the battery terminal cover and insert the
battery as shown, matching the projections on
the battery to the indentations in the charger.
The Battery Charger
Read and follow the warnings and cautions on pages ii–iii of this manual. Use with compat-
ible batteries only.
7
First Steps
Batteries
Read and follow the warnings and cautions on pages ii–iii and 75 of this manual. The camera
can be used with EN-EL5 batteries only; do not, under any circumstances, attempt to use other
types. If desired, the optional EH-62A AC adapter kit can be used to power the camera for
extended periods ( 72). Do not, under any circumstances, use another make or model of
AC adapter. Failure to observe this precaution could result in overheating or in damage to
the camera.
Removing the Battery
Turn the camera off before removing or inserting batteries. To
eject the battery, open the battery-chamber/memory card
slot cover and slide the battery latch in the direction shown.
The battery can then be removed by hand. Note that the bat-
tery may become hot during use; observe due caution when
removing the battery.
Inserting the Battery
After charging the battery, insert it as described below.
1 Open the battery-chamber/memory card slot
cover
2 Insert the battery
The orange battery latch is pushed aside as the
battery is inserted. The battery is fully inserted
when the latch clicks back into place.
Inserting the Battery
Inserting the battery upside down or backwards could
damage the camera. Check to be sure the battery is in
the correct orientation.
3 Close the battery-chamber/memory card slot
cover
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First Steps
2 Insert the memory card
Open the battery-chamber/memory card slot
cover and slide the memory card in until it clicks
into place. Close the memory card slot cover.
Inserting Memory Cards
Check to be sure the card is in the correct orientation.
Inserting the card upside down or backwards could
damage the camera or the card.
3 Press the power switch to turn the camera on
If no message is displayed in the monitor, the
camera is ready for use.
If the message shown at right is displayed, the
memory card must be formatted before use.
Note that formatting permanently deletes all pic-
tures and other data on the memory card. Be sure
to make copies of any pictures you wish to keep
before beginning formatting.
To begin formatting, press the multi selector up to highlight [Format] and
then press the button. A confi rmation dialog will be displayed; select
[Format] and press . Do not turn the camera off or remove the batteries or
memory card until formatting is complete.
1 Turn the camera off
If the power-on lamp is lit, press the power switch
to turn the camera off .
Inserting Memory Cards
Pictures are stored in the cameras internal memory (approximately 16 MB) or on
removable Secure Digital (SD) memory cards ( 73). Internal memory is used for
recording and deleting pictures only if no memory card is inserted.
To insert a memory card:
9
First Steps
Removing Memory Cards
Before removing memory cards, turn the camera off and con-
rm that the power-on lamp is off . Open the battery-cham-
ber/memory card slot cover and press the card in to partially
eject the card. The card can then be removed by hand.
The Write Protect Switch
SD cards are equipped with a write protect switch. Pictures
can not be recorded or deleted and the memory card can not
be formatted when this switch is in the “lock position.
Write protect switch
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Camera Operations
Camera Operations
Turning the Camera on and Off
To turn the camera on, press the power switch. The power-on lamp will light…
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10
10
To turn the camera off , press the power switch and wait for the power-on lamp to
turn off .
Auto Power off (Stand-by Mode)
In shooting mode, the monitor will dim to reduce the drain on the battery if no operations
are performed for about fi ve seconds. The monitor will brighten when camera controls are
used. At default settings, the monitor will turn off altogether if no operations are performed
for about a minute during shooting and playback (stand-by mode; 70). The camera will
turn off automatically if no operations are performed for another three minutes.
…and the monitor will turn on.
Power switch
Power-on lamp
On Camera on.
Blinks Monitor has turned off to save power (see below).
Flickers Battery exhausted. Recharge or change battery.
Off Camera off .
Internal memory/memory card indicator ( 8)
Pictures will be recorded to internal memory.
Pictures will be recorded to memory card.
Shooting mode
( 3, 14, 23, 31)
Number of exposures remaining ( 84)
Image mode ( 55) Flash mode ( 16)
Battery indicator
NO ICON Battery fully charged.
Low battery; prepare to recharge or change battery.
WARNING!! BATTERY
EXHAUSTED Battery exhausted. Recharge or change battery.
Vibration reduction (VR; 20)
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Camera Operations
Adjusting the Lens
The lens can be gently rotated up to 180 ° forward from
the storage position (0 °) or 90 ° back to face the user
for a quick arms-length self-portrait. When the lens is
rotated to face the user, the monitor shows a mirror im-
age of what will appear in the fi nal photograph.
Using a Tripod
Rotate the lens to shooting position before mounting the
camera on a tripod. Contact with the tripod can damage the
camera lens.
Zoom
The zoom control is used to frame subjects in the mon-
itor. Select W to zoom out, increasing the area visible in
the frame. Select T to zoom in up to 10 × so that the
subject fi lls a larger area of the frame. The amount of
zoom is displayed in the monitor.
Digital Zoom
Unlike optical zoom, digital zoom does not increase the amount of detail visible in the picture.
Instead, details visible at 10 × zoom are simply enlarged, producing a slightly “grainy image.
Indicator is displayed when
zoom control is pressed
Optical zoom (up to 3 ×) Indicator turns yellow when
digital zoom is in eff ect
10
10
10
Holding the control to T at 10 × zoom will trigger digital zoom, allowing the subject
to be magnifi ed up to 4 × more, for a total of magnifi cation of 40 ×.
Range of
rotation
Back (toward
monitor)
Forward
Zoom out Zoom in
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Camera Operations
1 Focus: Press the shutter-release button halfway. If
the camera is able to focus on the subject in the
focus area at the center of the frame, the focus
(AF) indicator and focus area will be displayed in
green. If they blink red, the camera was unable to
focus. Change the composition and try again.
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2 Shoot: Gently press the shutter release button the
rest of the way down (moving the camera when re-
leasing the shutter may result in blurred pictures).
The fl ash may fi re if the subject is poorly lit.
Focus and Shutter Release
The camera features a two-stage shutter-release button. First, lightly press the
shutter-release button about halfway, stopping when you feel resistance. Once the
camera has focused, press the shutter-release button the rest of the way down to
release the shutter and take a picture.
During Recording
While pictures are being recorded, the or icon will blink. Removing memory cards or
batteries while these indicators are blinking or the (wait) icon is displayed could aff ect
pictures or damage the camera or card.
1. Turn the camera off .
2. Rotate the lens to the storage position.
Putting the Camera Away
3. Replace and close the lens cap.
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Camera Operations
Using Menus
To make a selection from the shooting or playback menus, press the button
and follow the steps below:
2
Display sub-menu. *
* In some cases, menu items can also be selected by pressing multi selector to right.
To make a selection from the shooting or playback mode menus, press the but-
ton and follow the steps below:
4
Select and exit to previous menu. *
1
Highlight menu item.
3
Highlight option.
2
10
10
10
Exit to highlighted mode.
1
Highlight mode.
For help on the current menu, press the zoom control to T
(). Press the button to display the options for the se-
lected item. To return to the original menu, press the zoom
control to T ( ), or press the button to return to shoot-
ing or playback.
Lost?
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Basic Photography and Playback
Mode
This section describes how to take pictures in (auto) mode, an automatic, “point-
and-shoot” mode recommended for fi rst-time users of digital cameras.
1
10
10
10
Turn the camera on. *
2
Display shooting mode menu.
3
Highlight .
4
10
10
10
Select and exit to mode.
5
10
10
10
Frame subject in center focus area.
6
10
10
10
Focus.
7Take picture. If lighting is poor, AF-assist il-
luminator may light when camera focuses
and fl ash may fi re when picture is taken (
16, 17).
Hold the camera steadily in both hands. To avoid muffl ed
sound or dark or partially obscured pictures, keep fi ngers
and other objects away from the microphone, lens, fl ash,
and AF-assist lamp. If attached, the lens cap should be fully
open to prevent it from blocking the lens.
Holding the Camera
* If is displayed in monitor, camera is already in mode. Proceed to Step 5.
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Viewing Pictures
Press the button to display a picture in the moni-
tor (if the picture was taken with the camera rotated
90 °, it will be displayed in “tall orientation). Use the
multi selector to view additional pictures: press the
multi selector down or right to view pictures in the
order recorded, up or left to view pictures in reverse or-
der. Keep the multi selector pressed to scroll rapidly to
the desired picture. Pictures may be displayed briefl y
at low resolution while being read from memory.
Press the button again to return to shooting mode.
Deleting Unwanted Pictures
To delete the picture currently displayed in the moni-
tor, press the button. A confi rmation dialog will be
displayed; highlight one of the following options and
press the button:
[No]: Exit without deleting the picture.
[Yes]: Delete the picture.
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To delete the most recent picture, press the button while the camera is in shooting
mode. A confi rmation dialog will be displayed; highlight [Yes] and press to delete the
last shot taken.
Deleting the Last Shot
Default Modes
Except in mode, pressing the power switch to turn the camera on or pressing the
button to switch from playback to shooting restores the last shooting mode selected, while
pressing to initiate playback automatically selects (playback) mode. Switching to
shooting mode from (voice playback) selects (voice recording); pressing to initiate
playback in (voice recording) mode automatically selects (voice playback).
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Basic Photography and Playback
Using the Flash
The fl ash has a range of 0.3–5.4 m (11.8 in.–17 ft. 8.6 in.) when the camera is zoomed
all the way out. The range at maximum zoom is 1.0–5.4 m (3 ft. 3.4 in.–17 ft. 8.6 in.).
The following fl ash modes are available:
Mode Description
Auto Flash fi res automatically when lighting is poor.
Auto with red-
eye reduction Reduces red eye” in portraits (see following page).
Flash Cancel (off ) Flash will not fi re even when lighting is poor.
Anytime Flash
(fi ll fl ash)
Flash fi res whenever picture is taken. Use to “fi ll-in” (illuminate) shad-
ows and back-lit subjects.
Slow sync Flash illuminates main subject; slow shutter speeds are used to capture
background at night or under dim light.
3
10
10
10
Make selection (to exit without changing
mode, wait fi ve seconds). Selection is shown
by icon in display. Selection for mode is
stored in memory even when camera is off .
2
Flash
Highlight mode.
1
Flash
Display fl ash-mode menu.
The fl ash lamp shows fl ash status when the shutter-release
button is pressed halfway.
On (red): Flash will fi re when picture is taken
Blinks red: Flash charging. Wait a few seconds and try again.
Off : Flash off or not required.
The Flash Lamp
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Basic Photography and Playback
The camera uses advanced red-eye reduction. Low-intensity light pulses cause the sub-
jects pupils to contract before the fl ash fi res. If the camera still detects red-eye, it will pro-
cess the image to further its eff ects (“In-Camera Red-eye Fix”; note that this may slightly
increase the time needed to record the picture). This mode is not recommended where
a quick shutter response is required; if the desired results are not achieved, try again at a
diff erent fl ash setting.
Red-eye Reduction
When Lighting Is Poor
The AF-assist illuminator may light
If lighting is poor, the AF-assist illuminator may light to as-
sist the focus operation when the shutter-release button is
pressed halfway. The illuminator has a maximum range of
about 2.0 m/6 ft. 7 in. (W) to 2.0 m/6 ft. 7 in. (T). The AF-assist
illuminator is not available in some modes ( 23) and can also be turned off manually (
70), although in this case the camera may not focus when lighting is poor.
Pictures may be blurred
If the fl ash is off , shutter speeds may slow and pictures may
be blurred. Use vibration reduction (VR) to reduce blur (
20). If an ISO icon is displayed, sensitivity has been raised to
compensate for poor lighting and pictures may be aff ected
by noise” in the form of randomly-spaced, brightly-colored
dots ( 59).
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Basic Photography and Playback
Taking Pictures with the Self-Timer
The camera is equipped with a ten- and three-second timers for self-portraits and
to reduce blur. When using the self-timer, mount the camera on a tripod (recom-
mended) or rest it on a fl at, level surface.
1
Self-timer
Display self-timer menu.
2
Self-timer
Highlight option.
[3 s]: Use to reduce blur.
[10 s]: Use for self-portraits.
3
10
10
10
Make selection (to exit without setting
timer, wait fi ve seconds). icon appears in
display.
The self-timer lamp will blink until one second before
the picture is taken, staying lit during the fi nal second
to warn that the shutter is about to be released.
4
10
10
10
Frame picture and start timer; display in
monitor shows seconds remaining before
shutter is released. To stop timer before pic-
ture is taken, press shutter-release button
again.
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Macro Close-up Mode
Macro close-up mode is used for taking shots of objects as close as 4 cm (1.6 in.).
Focus and shoot. Note that fl ash may be unable to light entire subject at dis-
tances of less than 30 cm (1 ft.); if fl ash fi res, play picture back and check results.
5
3
10
10
10
Make selection (to exit without changing
mode, wait fi ve seconds). Selection is shown
by icon in display.
2
Macro close-up
Highlight [ON].
1
Macro close-up
Display macro close-up menu.
4
10
10
10
Frame picture. Minimum focus distance var-
ies with zoom position; if zoom is adjusted to
position and icon turns green, camera
can focus at distance of 4 cm (1.6 in.). Camera
focuses continuously until shutter-release
button is pressed halfway to lock focus.
The macro close-up mode option last selected for (auto) mode is restored the
next time mode is selected.
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Basic Photography and Playback
Vibration Reduction (VR)
Vibration reduction compensates for slight hand
movements that can blur pictures when the camera is
zoomed in or when shooting in the dark without the
ash. Press the VR button to turn vibration reduction
on and off :
10
10
10
(Vibration reduction on): Vibration reduction is performed while the shutter-re-
lease button is pressed halfway. The eff ects of vibration reduction are visible in
the monitor. Wait for the display to stabilize before pressing the shutter-release
button the rest of the way down to take the picture.
Off (no display): Vibration reduction off .
Vibration Reduction
Turn VR off when using a tripod.
Vibration reduction may take a few seconds to activate after the camera recovers from stand-
by ( 10) or the power is turned on. Wait until the display stabilizes before shooting.
Vibration reduction may not produce the desired results at slow shutter speeds.
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Face-Priority AF
The camera’s ability to detect faces depends on a variety of factors, including whether or not
the subject is facing the camera. The camera may be unable to detect faces that are hidden
by sunglasses or other obstructions or that take up too much or too little of the frame. If no
face is detected when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway, the camera will focus on
the center of the frame.
The camera will focus continuously until a face detected. If the double border fl ashes yellow
when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway, the camera is unable to focus; release the
button and try again.
2
Frame picture using icon as guide. *
1
Press button. icon is displayed.
* When camera detects face, will change to double yellow border. If camera detects mul-
tiple faces, it will focus on closest subject; other subjects are indicated by single border. If
camera can no longer detect subject (for example, because subject has looked away from
camera), borders will no longer be displayed; return to Step 2.
3
Set focus and exposure.
Double border turns green.
4
Take picture.
One-Touch Portrait Mode
For portrait shots, press the button when the camera is in shooting mode. This
will automatically activate the following features:
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 fl ash ( 17).
Macro close-up is not available in one touch portrait mode. To return to the previ-
ously selected shooting mode, press the button again.
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The One-Touch Portrait Menu
Pressing the button in one-touch portrait mode displays the one-touch por-
trait menu. With the exception of exposure compensation, the options chosen in
this menu are restored the next time one-touch portrait mode is selected.
Option Description
SET UP Display setup menu ( 65).
Image mode Choose image size and quality ( 55).
Exp. +/–
Alter exposure from the value selected by the camera. Choose from
values between –2.0 EV and +2.0 EV. Negative values produce darker
pictures, positive values brighter pictures.
Portrait eff ect Choose from [Normal], [Brighter] (reduces vividness of skin tones), and
[Softer] (soft eff ect).
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Scene Mode
Scene Mode
The camera off ers a choice of fi fteen scenes. Camera settings are automatically
optimized for the selected subject type. To display the scene menu:
Menus can be displayed as text or icons. Use the [Menus] option in the setup menu to
choose how menus are displayed ( 65).
Menus
Text Icon
Press the multi selector up or down to highlight an option and press to select.
Choose from four “scene assist” and eleven scene” modes.
Scene assist modes: These scenes off er framing assist to help compose shots.
Mode Description
Portrait For portraits.
Landscape For landscapes.
Mode Description
Sports For moving subjects.
Night Portrait For portraits taken against
a night backdrop.
1
Display shooting mode menu.
2
Highlight .
4
Display scene menu.
3
10
10
10
Select and exit to last selected scene.
Note: In addition to the scene assist and scene options described on these pages, the scene
menu also off ers (setup; 65), (image mode; 55), and (exposure compensation;
30) options.
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Scene Mode
Scene modes: The following scenes are available.
Copy
Back Light
Panorama Assist
Night Landscape
Close Up
Museum
Fireworks Show
Party/Indoor
Beach/Snow
Sunset
Dusk/Dawn
Scene Assist Modes
Selecting , , , or in the scene menu ( 24) displays a menu of composition
types. Follow the steps below to take pictures in these scene assist modes.
1
Highlight composition type. *
2
Select and return to shooting mode.
10
10
10
3
10
10
10
Take pictures. If framing guides are dis-
played, position subject in guides before
shooting.
* Select to display image-mode menu ( 55).
Portrait Assist: Use for smooth, natural-looking portraits.
PORTRAIT No guides are displayed. Camera sets focus
and exposure for subject in center focus area.
Portrait Left Compose shot with subject in left or right half
of frame.
Portrait Right
Portrait Close-up Compose shot with face in top half of frame.
Portrait Couple Compose shot with two subjects side-by-
side.
Portrait Figure Compose shot in “tall” orientation.
* AF-assist available in [PORTRAIT] mode.
† Camera sets focus and exposure for subject in framing guides.
OFF OFF OFF
*
Settings Icons
See page 26 for an explanation of the icons above the sample photos.
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Scene Mode
Landscape Assist: Use for vivid landscapes or portraits that
feature a landmark in the background.
LANDSCAPE
No guides are displayed. Use to focus on distant
objects through foreground objects such as win-
dows or a screen of branches.
Scenic View Compose shot with sky in top third of frame. Match
skyline with wavy yellow guide.
Architecture Photograph buildings. Framing grid helps keep
verticals and horizontals aligned with the frame.
Group Right Compose shots with landmark to left or right of
portrait subjects. Camera sets focus and exposure
for portrait subjects.
Group Left
* In [Group Right] and [Group Left] modes, fl ash mode is automatically set to AUTO; other
modes can be selected.
† Camera focuses at infi nity. Focus indicator ( 12) is always displayed in green when shut-
ter-release button is pressed halfway; note, however, that foreground objects may not al-
ways be in focus.
Sports Assist: Capture motion in a series of high-speed shots.
No framing guides are displayed. The camera focuses contin-
uously even when the shutter-release button is not pressed;
focus, exposure, and white balance for all pictures are deter-
mined by the fi rst shot in each series.
OFF OFF OFF OFF
*
OFF OFF OFF OFF
SPORTS While shutter-release button is held down, camera shoots about 1.6 frames
per second (fps) until icon is displayed.
Sport
Composite
Each time shutter-release button is pressed, camera takes
16 shots in about 2 seconds and arranges them in single
picture (1,600 × 1,200 pixels) in size.
Night Portrait Assist: Use for a natural balance between the
main subject and background lighting in portraits shot at
night. This mode off ers the same assist options as portrait as-
sist mode. To prevent blurring, mount the camera on a tripod
or rest it on a fl at, stable surface.
* Fill fl ash with slow sync and red-eye reduction.
† AF-assist available in [NIGHT PORTRAIT] mode.
OFF OFF OFF
*†
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Scene Mode
Scene Modes
To take photos in the following modes, simply select the option from the scene
mode menu, frame a picture, and shoot.
Party/Indoor
Party/Indoor
Use for shots that include details of the background, or to capture the
eff ects of candlelight and other indoor background lighting.
Beach/Snow
Beach/Snow
Captures the brightness of such subjects as snowfi elds, beaches, or
sunlit expanses of water.
Sunset
Sunset
Preserves the deep hues seen in sunsets and sunrises.
The icons to the right of the scene name indicate (in order from left to right) the default
ash ( 16), self-timer ( 18), macro close-up ( 19), focus (see below), and AF-assist
( 17) settings for that scene. White squares ( ) indicate settings that can be changed,
solid squares ( ) settings that are fi xed at the values shown. Default values for the current
scene are restored when the camera is turned off or another scene or shooting mode is
selected. Focus is shown as follows:
Camera focuses on subject in center of frame
Camera focuses at infi nity. Focus indicator is always displayed in green when shut-
ter-release button is pressed halfway; note, however, that foreground objects may not
always be in focus.
The following icons indicate the precautions that may be needed to avoid blur:
Hold camera steady Use tripod
A icon indicates that pictures may be processed to reduce noise, resulting in increased
recording times.
Setting Icons
Vibration reduction (VR) can be used to reduce blur ( 20). Turn vibration reduction off
when using a tripod.
Vibration Reduction (VR)
OFF OFF AUTO
AUTO OFF OFF AUTO
AUTO
OFF OFF OFF
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Scene Mode
Dusk/Dawn
Dusk/Dawn
Preserves the colors seen in the weak natural light before sunrise or
after sunset.
Night Landscape
Night Landscape
Slow shutter speeds are used to produce stunning night landscapes.
Close Up
Close Up
Use to photograph fl owers, insects, and other small objects at rang-
es as close as 4 cm (1.6 in.), with the background artistically blurred.
Camera zooms to macro close-up position. Macro close-up icon ( )
turns green, indicating that camera can focus as close as 4 cm (1.6 in.)
to lens. Camera focuses continuously until shutter-release button is
pressed halfway to lock focus.
Museum
Museum
Use indoors where fl ash photography is prohibited (for example, in
museums and art galleries) or in other settings in which you do not
want to use the fl ash. BSS ( 59) turns on automatically.
Fireworks Show
Fireworks Show
Slow shutter speeds are used to capture the expanding burst of light
from a fi rework. Exposure compensation can not be used ( 30).
Copy
Copy
Provides clear pictures of text or drawings on a white board or in
printed matter such as a business card. Use macro close-up ( 19)
to focus at short ranges. Colored text and drawings may not show
up well.
Back Light
Back Light
Use when light is coming from behind a portrait subject, throwing
their features into shadow. The fl ash fi res automatically to “fi ll in” (il-
luminate) shadows.
OFF OFF OFF OFF
OFF OFF OFF OFF
AUTO OFF ON AUTO
OFF OFF ON OFF
OFF OFF OFF OFF
OFF OFF ON AUTO
OFF OFF AUTO
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Scene Mode
Panorama Assist
Panorama Assist
Use when taking a series of pictures that will later be joined together in PictureProject to
form a panorama.
Taking Pictures for a Panorama
1
Highlight (Panorama assist) in scene
menu ( 23).
2
10
10
10
Default pan direction displayed.
3
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Select how pictures will be joined together
in completed panorama. This is the direc-
tion in which camera will be panned after
each shot.
Top to
bottom
Right
to left
Left to
right
Bottom
to top
4
10
10
10
Make selection (to return to step 3, press
button again). Pan direction displayed in
white.
5
9
9
9
Take fi rst shot. About 1
/
3 of picture is super-
imposed on view through lens (if pan direc-
tion is left to right, picture will appear on side
of monitor). AE-L icon is displayed to show
that white balance and exposure settings for
this picture apply to all shots in series.
OFF OFF OFF AUTO
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Scene Mode
6
9
9
9
Compose next shot to overlap with previ-
ous picture.
7
Take next shot. Repeat steps 6–7 until all
shots in series have been taken.
888
8End series. Shooting will also end if a new
mode is selected or camera enters standby
mode ( 10).
The camera focuses on the subject in the center of the frame. Use a tripod for bet-
ter results.
Panorama Assist
Flash mode ( 16), macro close-up ( 19), and self-timer ( 18) can not be adjusted after
the fi rst picture is taken. Pictures can not be deleted or zoom or image mode ( 55) adjusted
until shooting is complete. See page 85 for information on how panoramas are stored.
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Scene Mode
Using Exposure Compensation in Scene Mode
Exposure compensation is used to alter exposure from the value selected by the
camera. Choose from values between –2.0 EV and +2.0 EV. Negative values pro-
duce darker pictures, positive values brighter pictures. To choose a value for expo-
sure compensation, select a scene ( 23) and follow the steps below.
1
Highlight [Exp. +/–] in scene
menu ( 23).
2
Display exposure compensation menu.
3
Choose value for exposure compensation.
4
Select and exit to scene menu.
Exposure compensation for the current scene will be reset to 0 when the camera is
turned off or another scene or shooting mode is selected.
5
10
10
10
Return to previously-selected scene.
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Movies
Movies
Recording Movies
To shoot movies with sound recorded via the built-in microphone, select shoot-
ing mode and follow the steps below (no sound is recorded for time-lapse mov-
ies). Movies recorded to internal memory at the default setting of [Small size 320]
can be up to 56 seconds long; a 256 MB memory card can hold up to 14 minutes
15 seconds.
1
Display shooting mode menu.
2
Highlight .
4
48s
48s
48s
Press shutter-release button all the way
down to start recording. Progress bar shows
amount of memory remaining. Press shut-
ter-release button all the way down a sec-
ond time to end recording.
3
56s
56s
56s
Select and exit to movie mode. Exposure
count display shows maximum total length
of movie that can be recorded.
The Movie Menu
Pressing the button in movie mode displays the movie menu. Options cho-
sen in this menu are restored the next time movie mode is selected.
Option Description
SET UP Display setup menu ( 65).
Movie options Choose type of movie that will be recorded ( 32).
Auto-focus
mode
Choose how camera focuses in movie mode.
[Single AF]: Camera focuses when shutter-release button is pressed
halfway and locks at this position during shooting, preventing sound of
camera focusing from interfering with recording.
[Full-time AF]: Camera constantly adjusts focus, even when shut-
ter-release button is not pressed.
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Movies
Movie Options
The following options are available:
Option Size (pixels) Frames per second
TV movie 640640 × 480 30
Small size 320320 × 240 30
Small size 320 320 × 240 15
Pictmotion 320 * 320 × 240 15
Smaller size 160 160 × 120 15
Time-lapse movie640 × 480 30
* Maximum length is 60 s, making movie suitable for use with Pictmotion ( 43).
Time-Lapse Movie: Record fl owers opening or butter ies emerging from cocoons.
The camera takes up to 1800 stills at specifi ed intervals and joins them into a silent
movie up to sixty seconds long. Charge the battery before shooting begins.
Selecting [Time-lapse movie] displays the menu shown in Step 1, below.
Recording Movies
The fl ash ( 16) turns off in all modes except [Time-lapse movie]. The self-timer ( 18) can
not be used. Optical zoom can not be adjusted during recording; digital zoom is available to
a maximum of 2 × ( 11). In modes other than [Time-lapse movie], electronic vibration
reduction (VR; 20) can be used to reduce the eff ects of camera shake. An indicator is dis-
played in the monitor when electronic VR is on ( 4–5).
If the camera is pointed at the sun or other bright light source during recording, vertical com-
et-like streaks (“smear”) may appear in the movie. Avoid pointing the camera at bright light
sources when fi lming movies.
3
170
170
170
Press shutter-release button all the way
down to start recording. Camera will take
pictures at specifi ed interval until shutter-
release button is pressed again, memory
is full, or 1800 frames have been recorded.
Monitor turns off and fl ash lamp blinks be-
tween shots.
1
Choose interval between shots.
2
Select and exit to movie options menu.
Press button to exit menu.
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Movies
To play a movie, display it in full-frame playback and
press the button. Playback controls appear at the
top of the display; press the multi selector left or right
to highlight a control, then press the button to per-
form the selected operation.
Control Description
Movie rewinds while button is pressed.
Movie advances while button is pressed.
Pause playback.
Go ahead one frame. Advance continues while button is pressed.
Go back one frame. Rewind continues while button is pressed.
Resume playback.
End movie and return to full-frame playback.
Volume is displayed when the zoom control is pressed. Select W to lower volume,
T to increase. To delete a movie, display it in full-frame playback or select it in the
thumbnail list and press the button. A confi rmation dialog will be displayed.
Movie Playback
In full-frame playback ( 37), movies are indicated by
a icon.
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length of movie that can be recorded at diff erent settings ( 84), and movie menu defaults
( 83).
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Voice Recordings
Voice Recordings
Audio voice recordings can be recorded over the built-in microphone and played
back over the built-in speaker.
Making a Voice Recording
To make a voice recording, select shooting mode and follow these steps:
1
Display shooting mode menu.
2
Highlight .
3Select and exit to voice recording mode.
Display shows length of recording that can
be made.
* Camera enters stand-by mode ( 10); press to reactivate display. To pause recording,
press button; self-timer and fl ash lamps will blink. Press again to resume.
To create index, press multi selector up, down, left, or right during recording. Camera can
skip to any index during playback. Start of recording is index number 01; other numbers are
assigned in ascending order, to maximum of 98.
4
Press shutter-release button all the way down to start recording. *
1 Recording indicator
2 File number
3 Length of recording
4 Date of recording
5 Time remaining
6 Index number
7 Progress indicator
5Press shutter-release button all the way
down a second time to end recording. Re-
cording will end automatically after fi ve
hours or when no more memory is avail-
able.
1
1
2
2
3
3
7
7
6
6
5
5
4
4
Default Modes
If the last mode selected was (voice playback), (voice recording) mode will be selected
automatically when the camera is turned on or the button is pressed. Pressing the
in (voice recording) mode automatically selects (voice playback).
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Voice Recordings
The Voice Recording Menu
Pressing the button in voice recording mode displays the following options.
The option selected for [Sound quality] is restored the next time voice recording
mode is selected.
Option Description
SET UP Display setup menu ( 65).
Sound quality Select [High] for high quality, [Normal] for reduced fi le size.
Playing Voice Recordings
To play voice recordings back:
† Press multi selector left or right to highlight control, press button to select.
Pause playback.
Resume playback.
Advance recording. Playback resumes when multi selector is released.
Rewind recording. Playback resumes when multi selector is released.
Return to start of current index.
Skip to next index.
End playback and return to voice recording list.
‡ Zoom control controls volume. Select W to lower volume, T to raise volume.
3
Play recording. To delete recording, press button. Press to exit playback and
return to recording mode.
1 Control icons
2 File number
3 Playback time
4 Index number
5 Progress indicator
6 Date of recording
7 Length of recording
8 Volume
9 Index
1
1
2
2
3
3
4
4
5
5
6
6
7
7
8
8
9
9
1
Display list of voice recordings.*
2
Select recording.
* Voice recordings can also be selected from playback menu.
Voice Recordings
See the Appendix for information on how voice recordings are stored ( 85) and on the
maximum total length of voice recording that can be stored ( 84).
The COOLPIX S10 may be unable play or copy sound fi les created with other devices.
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Voice Recordings
Copying Voice Recordings
To copy voice recordings between internal memory and a memory card, display
the voice recording list shown in Step 3 on the preceding page and press the
button. This option is available only when a memory card is inserted.
1Highlight option:
: Copy recordings from internal mem-
ory to memory card
: Copy recordings from memory card
to internal memory
3
Highlight [Selected fi les]. *
2
Display menu of copy options.
* To copy all voice recordings, highlight [Copy all fi les] and press . Confi rmation dialog will
be displayed; highlight [Yes] and press .
5
Highlight fi le.
4
Display list of voice recording fi les.
6
Selected fi les shown by . Repeat steps
5–6 to select additional fi les.
7
Confi rmation dialog displayed. To copy
les, highlight [Yes] and press button
to copy fi le.
† To deselect fi le, highlight and press multi selector right.
Copying Voice Recordings to a Computer
PictureProject can not be used to transfer or play voice recordings. Select [Interface] > [Mass
storage] for [USB], copy the fi les manually, and then play them back using QuickTime or any
other WAV-compatible audio player. Note that index points created with the camera can not
be used when voice recordings are played back on another device.
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Viewing Pictures on the Camera
Viewing Pictures on the Camera
To view pictures full-frame in the monitor (full-frame
playback), press the button (if the camera is off ,
pressing the button for about a second will turn
the camera on in playback mode). The following op-
erations can be performed:
Viewing Pictures in Internal Memory
Pictures in internal memory can only be viewed if no memory card is inserted.
Default Modes
If the last mode chosen was (voice recording), (voice playback) will be selected auto-
matically when the button is pressed. Press and select to view pictures ( 3).
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To Press
View other pictures 15
Delete picture
Zoom picture in T ( )38
View thumbnails W ( )
View playback mode menu 3
To Press
View playback menu 61
Record/play voice memo Shutter
button 40
Enhance contrast 39
Movie: Play movie 33
Exit to shooting mode
Deleting Pictures
Pressing the button in full-frame or thumbnail play-
back displays the dialog shown at right. Highlight [Yes]
and press the button to delete the selected picture.
No
Yes
Yes
Yes
Erase 1 image?
Erase 1 image?
Erase 1 image?
Viewing Multiple Pictures: Thumbnail Playback
Pressing the zoom control to W ( ) in full-frame play-
back displays pictures in contact sheets” of four, nine,
or sixteen thumbnail images. The following operations
can be performed while thumbnails are displayed:
To Press
Highlight picture 15
Change number of pictures
displayed
W ( )/
T ( )
Delete highlighted picture
To Press
Exit to full-frame playback
View playback mode menu 3
View playback menu 61
Enhance contrast 39
Exit to shooting mode
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Viewing Pictures on the Camera
Taking a Closer Look: Playback Zoom
Pressing the zoom control to T during full-frame play-
back zooms the current picture in 3 ×, with the center
of the picture displayed in the monitor (Quick Playback
Zoom). The following operations can be performed
while pictures are zoomed in:
To Press
Zoom in (maximum 10 ×) T ( )—
Zoom out W ( )
View other areas of picture
Delete picture 37
Exit to full-frame playback 37
View mode menu 3
View playback menu 61
Create cropped copy (see below) Shutter button
Exit to shooting mode
Creating a Cropped Copy
If a icon is displayed in the monitor during play-
back zoom, the portion of the picture currently visible
in the monitor can be saved to a separate fi le. Pressing
the shutter-release button displays the dialog shown
at right; highlight [Yes] and press the button to cre-
ate a new picture containing only the area visible in
the monitor.
Cropped copies are stored as JPEG fi les with a compression ratio of 1 : 8. Depending
on the size of the original and the zoom ratio at the time the copy was created, cop-
ies will be 2,592 × 1,944 ( ), 2,048 × 1,536 ( ), 1,600 × 1,200 ( ), 1,280 × 960 ( ),
1,024 × 768 ( ), 640 × 480 ( ), 320 × 240 ( ), or 160 × 120 ( ) pixels in size.
No
Yes
Yes
Yes
Save this image
Save this image
as displayed?
as displayed?
Save this image
as displayed?
Cropped Copies
See the Appendix for more information on cropped copies ( 85).
Auto Power off (Stand-by Mode)
At default settings, the monitor will turn off if no operations are performed for about a minute
during playback (stand-by mode; 70). The camera will turn off automatically if no opera-
tions are performed for another three minutes.
Playback zoom display.
Note that “tall” orientation
pictures are displayed in
“wide” orientation when
zoomed in. Select T once
to display picture in “wide
orientation, again to zoom
picture in 3 ×.
:
:
Scroll
Scroll
:Scroll
Scroll
:Zoom
Zoom
:Zoom
Zoom
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Viewing Pictures on the Camera
Enhancing Contrast: D-Lighting
Pressing the button during full-frame
or thumbnail playback creates a copy
of the current picture with enhanced
brightness and contrast, brightening
dark and backlit subjects.
D-Lighting
See the Appendix for more information on D-Lighting copies ( 85).
During playback, copies created with D-Lighting are indicated by a icon (
4–5).
1
Confi rmation dialog displayed.
2
Highlight [OK].
3Create copy.
Before After
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Viewing Pictures on the Camera
Voice Memos: Recording and Playback
The built-in microphone ( 1) can be used to record
voice memos for pictures marked with a icon in
full-frame playback ( 37).
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Recording Voice Memos
To record a voice memo, press and hold the shutter-release button. Recording
ends after about 20 seconds or when the button is released. Do not touch the mi-
crophone during recording. Note that if a voice memo already exists for the current
picture, it must be deleted before a new voice memo can be recorded.
Playing Voice Memos
During playback, pictures to which a voice memo has been appended are indi-
cated by a icon ( 4–5). Press the shutter-release button to start and stop
playback. Volume is controlled by the zoom control. Select W to lower volume, T
to increase.
Deleting Voice Memos
To delete the voice memo for the current picture, press
the button. The dialog shown at right will be dis-
played; press the multi selector up or down to high-
light an option and press the button to select.
[No]: Exit without deleting the picture or voice
memo.
: Delete voice memo only.
[Yes]: Delete both picture and voice memo.
Voice Memos
Voice memos can not be added to pictures created with other types of camera. Voice memos
recorded using other types of camera can not be played back on the COOLPIX S10. See the
Appendix for more information on voice memos ( 85).
No
Yes
Yes
Yes
Erase 1 image?
Erase 1 image?
Erase 1 image?
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Viewing Pictures on the Camera
Viewing Pictures by Date
In full-frame and thumbnail playback, pictures taken on selected dates can be se-
lected for viewing, deletion, printing, protection, and transfer.
Pressing the button in the date list displays the
options listed at right. These options apply to all pic-
tures taken on the currently selected date.
Option
Print set 54
Slide show 62
Delete 62
Protect 62
Transfer marking 62
1
Display playback mode menu ( 3).
2
Highlight (List by Date).
3View dates for which pictures exist. The fol-
lowing operations can be performed:
To Press
Highlight date
View pictures taken on date 42
Delete all pictures taken on date 37
View playback mode menu 3
View playback menu
Exit to shooting mode
* Camera lists up to 30 dates. If pictures ex-
ist for more than 30 dates, all pictures re-
corded earlier than most recent 29 dates
will be listed together as [Others].
Print Set/Transfer Marking
Selecting [Print set] or [Transfer marking] from the date list menu displays a confi rmation
dialog. Selecting [Yes] removes existing print or transfer marking from all pictures in internal
memory or on the memory card, ensuring that only pictures taken on the selected date are
selected for printing or transfer.
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Viewing Pictures on the Camera
Viewing Pictures
To view pictures taken on a selected date, highlight the
date and press . The fi rst picture for that date will be
displayed full frame, with a (list-by-date mode)
icon displayed in the top left corner, and the date and
time of recording displayed in place of the folder name
and fi le number and type ( 4–5). The following op-
erations can be performed:
Pressing the button in full-frame playback dis-
plays the options listed at right. These options apply
only to the picture currently displayed full frame, al-
though other pictures taken on the same date can be
selected.
Option
Print set 54
Slide show 62
Delete 62
Protect 62
Transfer marking 62
Rotate image 63
Small pic. 63
To Press
View other pictures taken
on same date 15
Delete picture 37
Zoom picture in T ( )38
View playback mode menu 3
To Press
View playback menu
Record/play voice memo Shutter button 40
Enhance contrast 39
Movie: Play movie 33
Return to date list W ( )
Exit to shooting mode
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: list-by-date mode
Date/
time
List by Date
The camera lists a maximum of 9,000 pictures for each date. Dates with more than 9,000
pictures are indicated by an asterisk (“*”). Pictures taken while the camera clock is not set are
not displayed.
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Viewing Pictures on the Camera
Pictmotion by muvee
Pictmotion creates slide show movies with custom transitions and background
music. It is only available when a memory card is inserted in the camera.
Creating a Pictmotion Movie
To create a simple movie using the ten most recent pictures during full-frame or
thumbnail playback:
1
Display playback mode menu ( 3).
2
Highlight (Pictmotion).
3
Display options.
4
Highlight .
5
Display options.
6
Highlight [All images].
7
View Pictmotion.
8
No
No
Change settings
Change settings
No
Save Pictmotion?
Save Pictmotion?
Save Pictmotion?
Change settings
Yes
When dialog is displayed, highlight [Yes].
9Save Pictmotion and return to Step 3.
Pictmotion is powered by muvee Technologies.
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Viewing Pictures on the Camera
* Place hand behind speaker
for better sound.
To create a custom Pictmotion movie:
To select pictures
for movie, highlight
[Confi rm] and press
to turn check box on.
Display options
( 43, Step 3).
Select
[All images] ([Confi rm] on)
Press multi selector
up or down to high-
light date, press to
select. Press shutter
button when done.
Use multi selector to
highlight pictures;
press to select (up
to 30). Press zoom
control to T to view
highlighted picture
full-frame; select W to
return to thumbnail
display. Press shutter
button when done.
[Confi rm] off
[All images]
([Confi rm] off )
View
Pictmotion. *
[Choose date]
Adjust settings
( 45).
[Confi rm] on
No
No
Change settings
Change settings
No
Save Pictmotion?
Save Pictmotion?
Save Pictmotion?
Change settings
Yes
Confi rmation dialog
displayed.
[Change settings]
Save Pictmotion
Return to
Step 1
To choose style, background music,
playback order, and number of slides
for new movie, press button and
make selections in Pictmotion settings
dialog ( 45). Press when done.
Press
[No]
[Yes]
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Viewing Pictures on the Camera
Other Options (Steps 1 and 7 on Page 44)
Press the multi selector up or down to highlight options, press left or right to
change. Press the button to exit when done.
Playback order: Choose order of pictures in movie.
Random Play pictures in random order.
Play in order Play pictures in order recorded.
Fit to length: Choose whether to play background track once or
repeat track until all pictures have been displayed at least once.
Repeat
photos
Play background track once, repeating or omitting pic-
tures as necessary.
Repeat
music
Repeat background track until all pictures have been
played at least once (some pictures may be repeated).
Auto select: This option is only available if button is pressed in Step 1 ( 44). Choose
from 10, 20, 30 or [No auto select]. This will be number of slides in slide show if [Confi rm] is
not selected in Step 2. If [Confi rm] is selected in Step 2, specifi ed number of images will be
selected in Step 4, starting with most recent picture. Follow instructions in Step 4 to change
selection.
The supplied PictureProject software can be used to transfer Pictmotion movies to a com-
puter for viewing and to copy up to three three-minute custom sound tracks to a memory
card (Windows only; not available on Macintosh computers). If using Windows 2000, be-
fore copying sound tracks to the computer, set the [Interface] > [USB] option in the cam-
era setup menu to [Mass storage] ( 71). See the PictureProject reference manual (on
CD) for details.
PictureProject
Pictmotion
If the current memory card holds twenty Pictmotion movies, no additional movies can be
created until an existing movie has been deleted.
The pictures in a Pictmotion movie are automatically protected when the movie is saved
( 62). Protection is not removed when the Pictmotion is deleted. Protected pictures are
marked with a icon in full-frame and thumbnail playback ( 4–5).
Pictmotion supports both still pictures and movie fi les; note, however, that in the case of mov-
ies only a small portion selected from the fi rst sixty seconds of each movie will be included.
Style: Choose from [Mo-
tion], [Moody], [Pro-Slow],
[Pro-Fast], and [Classic].
Press zoom control to T to
preview selected style.
Music: Choose from Pachelbels Canon, Scarborough Fair, Pomp
and Circumstance March, Turkish March, and Grandfathers
Clock; press zoom control to T to preview selected track (pre-
installed tracks only). Up to three custom tracks can be added
using PictureProject (Windows only; see below).
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Viewing Pictures on the Camera
Viewing Pictmotion Movies
To view Pictmotion movies, display the Pictmotion menu as described in Steps 1–3
on page 44 and follow the steps below.
Pictmotion
See the Appendix for information on how Pictmotion movies are stored ( 85).
1
Highlight movie. *
2
Display Pictmotion playback screen.
3
Highlight [Play].
4
View movie.
5
Restart
Restart
End
Restart
Highlight [End]. **
6
Exit to movie list.
* To delete highlighted movie, press button. Confi rmation dialog will be displayed; high-
light [Yes] and press .
If [Loop] option is selected, movie will repeat automatically. To select or deselect [Loop]
option, highlight [Loop] and press .
‡ Zoom control controls volume. To pause playback, press .
** To resume playback, highlight [Restart] and press .
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Connecting to Televisions, Computers, and Printers
In addition to viewing pictures on the camera, you can also:
View pictures on TV and record movies to video (see below)
Copy pictures to a computer for storage and editing ( 47–49)
Print pictures on a home printer ( 50) or order prints from photofi nisher
Before connecting the camera to another device, it may be necessary to change
the [Interface] settings in the setup menu ( 49, 71). To prevent the camera from
turning off unexpectedly during connection, use fully charged batteries or an op-
tional EH-62A AC adapter kit.
Viewing Pictures on TV
1 Check that the option selected for
[Interface] > [Video mode] matches the device to
which the camera will be connected ( 71), and
then turn the camera off .
4 Press the button for about a second to turn the camera on. The cam-
era monitor will remain off and the television will show the image normally
shown in the monitor.
Viewing Pictures on a Computer
Before pictures can be transferred (copied) to a computer, PictureProject must be
installed. For more information on installing and using PictureProject, see reference
CD and Quick Start Guide. To transfer pictures to a computer:
1 Start a computer to which PictureProject has been installed.
2 Choose an [Interface] > [USB] option as described in “Choosing a USB Option
for Connection to a Computer ( 49) and then turn the camera off .
2 Connect the camera to the TV using the supplied
A/V cable. Connect the black plug to the camera,
the yellow plug to the video-in jack on the TV, and
the white plug to the audio-in jack.
3 Tune the television to the video channel. If in doubt, consult the documenta-
tion for the TV.
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4 Turn the camera on.
5 Press the ( ) button * to copy all marked pic-
tures to the computer. The following messages
will be displayed:
To copy both marked and unmarked pictures to the com-
puter, click the PictureProject [Transfer] button instead of
pressing the button in Step 5. See the Quick Start Guide
or PictureProject reference manual (on CD) for details.
The PictureProject Transfer Button
Pictures marked for transfer are shown by a icon during
playback. By default, all pictures are automatically marked
for transfer. Two options control transfer marking:
[Interface] > [Auto transfer] (setup menu): Choose [On]
to mark all new pictures for transfer ( 71).
[Transfer marking] (playback menu): Change marking for existing pictures ( 62).
Marking Pictures for Transfer
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3 Connect camera to the computer using the sup-
plied USB cable.
Transferring images to
computer Transfer completed
Preparing to transfer
6 The pictures will be displayed in PictureProject when transfer is complete.
Disconnect the camera as described in “Disconnecting the Camera ( 49).
* Note that the button can not be used to transfer pictures if the memory card is locked
( 9) or if [Mass storage] is selected for [USB] and no memory card is inserted. Transfer
pictures using the PictureProject [Transfer] button (see below). Pictmotion movies can be
transferred using PictureProject ( 45).
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If [PTP] is selected for [USB], turn the camera off and disconnect the USB cable.
If [Mass storage] is selected for [USB], remove the camera from the system as described
below before turning the camera off and disconnecting the USB cable.
Windows XP Home Edition/Windows XP Professional:
Click the “Safely Remove Hardware” icon ( ) in the taskbar
and select [Safely remove USB Mass Storage Device].
Windows 2000 Professional: Click the “Unplug or Eject
Hardware icon ( ) in the taskbar and select [Stop USB
Mass Storage Device].
Macintosh: Drag the untitled camera volume (“NO NAME”)
into the Trash.
Disconnecting the Camera
Consult the following table when choosing a USB option
for connection to a computer ( 48). The default option
is [PTP]. For more information on menu operations, see
“Using Menus” ( 13).
Computer operating system
Pictures transferred using:
Camera button * PictureProject button
Windows XP Choose [Mass storage] or [PTP].
Windows 2000 Professional Choose [Mass storage].
Mac OS X 10.3.9 or later Choose [PTP]. Choose [Mass storage] or [PTP].
* Can not be used to transfer pictures if memory card is locked ( 9) or if [Mass storage] is
selected for [USB] and no memory card is inserted. Use PictureProject [Transfer] button.
Pictmotion movies can be transferred using PictureProject ( 45).
† Do NOT select [PTP]. If [PTP] is selected when the camera is connected, wait until the
Windows hardware wizard is displayed, then click [Cancel] and disconnect the camera.
Select [Mass storage] in the camera [USB] menu before reconnecting the camera.
Choosing a USB Option for Connection to a Computer
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Pictures can also be printed by:
Inserting a memory card in the printer: If the printer is equipped with a card slot, a memory
card can be inserted in the printer and pictures printed directly from the card. If the
printer supports DPOF, the camera [Print set] option can be used to select pictures for
printing ( 54). See the printer manual for details.
Taking memory cards to a digital print service: If the service supports DPOF, the camera [Print
set] option can be used to select pictures for printing ( 54).
Transferring pictures to a computer: Once transferred to a computer ( 47–49), pictures can
be printed using imaging software. See the application and printer manuals for details.
Other Ways to Print Pictures
Two options are available for printing the date of recording on pictures: [Date imprint] (
69) and [Print set] > [Date] ( 54).
Date imprint Print set > Date
Must be set before picture is taken Set after picture is taken
Date permanently imprinted on picture Date stored separately
Date appears whenever picture is printed Date only appears when picture is printed
on DPOF-compatible printer
The date only appears once; [Print set] > [Date] can not be used to print two dates on pic-
tures with a date imprint.
Printing the Date of Recording on Pictures
Printing Pictures
Users of PictBridge-compatible printers can connect the camera directly to the
printer and print pictures without using a computer.
Take photographs
Connect USB cable to PictBridge printer ( 51)
Use [Print set] to select pictures for
printing ( 54)
Print pictures one at a
time ( 52)
Print multiple pictures
( 53)
Print current print order
([DPOF printing]; 53)
Disconnect USB cable
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4 Turn the camera on. A PictBridge start-up screen
will be displayed. The camera will then enter full-
frame playback with the PictBridge logo displayed
in the monitor.
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Connecting the Printer
3 Turn the printer on.
2 Connect camera to the printer using the supplied
USB cable.
1 Turn the camera off .
USB
[PTP] (the default option) must be selected for [Interface] > [USB] in the camera setup
menu before the camera can be connected to a printer ( 71).
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Printing Pictures One at a Time
Highlight option and press :
Option Description
Start
print
Start printing. To cancel before all copies have been printed, press .
Camera returns to PictBridge playback display when printing is complete;
repeat from Step 1 to print additional pictures.
Copies Choose number of copies (up to 9).
Copies
2
Paper
size
Choose from [Default] (the default page size for
the current printer), [3.5 x 5 in.], [5 x 7 in.], [Post-
card], [100x150mm], [4 x 6 in.], [8 x 10 in.], [Letter],
[A4], and [A3]. Only sizes supported by the current
printer will be displayed.
Paper size
Default
4 x 6 in.
Letter
A3
A4
3
* To choose picture from thumbnail list, press zoom control to W
() and use multi selector to highlight desired picture, or press zoom
control to T ( ) to exit to full-frame playback.
Print
Paper Size
Paper size can not be selected from the camera if the printer does not support the page sizes
used by the camera or the printer automatically selects the page size. Use the printer to select
page size.
1
1
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/
4
Select picture. *
2
  
Start print
Copies
Paper size
PictBridge
Display print options.
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Printing Multiple Pictures
To print multiple pictures, press the button while
the PictBridge playback screen is displayed ( 51). The
menu shown at right will be displayed; highlight an
option and press the button.
  
Print selection
Print all images
  
DPOF printing
Paper size
Print menu
     
Option Description
Print selection Print selected pictures (see below).
Print all images Print one copy of all images.
DPOF printing
Menu shown at right displayed. Highlight option
and press :
[Start print]: Print current print order ( 54).
[Confi rm]: View print order ( 54, Step 4). Press
to start printing, or press to exit.
[Cancel]: Exit without printing.
DPOF printing
002 prints
Start print
Confirm
Cancel
Paper size Choose page size ( 52, Step 3).
Printing Selected Pictures
Choosing [Print selection] displays the menu shown in Step 1.
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Scroll through pictures. Current picture
shown at center of display.
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Back
Select picture and set number of prints to
1. Selected pictures marked by icon.
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Back
Choose number of prints (up to 9). To dese-
lect picture, press multi selector down when
number of prints is 1. Repeat steps 1–3 to
select additional pictures.
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* Press again to cancel before printing is complete.
Creating a DPOF Print Order: Print Set
The [Print set] option in the playback menu ( 61) is used to create digital “print or-
ders” for printing on DPOF-compatible devices ( 82). Selecting [Print set] displays
the menu shown in Step 1.
Select pictures as described in Steps 1–3 of “Printing Selected Pictures ( 53).
3
* To delete current print order, highlight [Delete print set] and press .
Print Set
[Date] and [Info] are reset each time the menu shown in Step 4 is displayed.
4
003 Prints
Back Print
Confi rm selection (to return to step 1 and
change selection, press button).
5
Printing
001/007
Cancel
Start printing. PictBridge menu is dis-
played when printing is complete. *
1
Highlight [Print selected].
2
Display selection dialog.
4Highlight option and press :
[Date]: Print date of recording on all pic-
tures in print order.
[Info]: Print shutter speed and aperture on
all pictures in print order.
[Done]: Complete print order and exit.
Pictures in print order are shown by icon
during playback ( 4–5).
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The Shooting Menu
Menu Guide
This section describes the menus available for shooting, playback, and camera set-
up. See page 13 for information on using the menus.
Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu
To display the shooting menu, select mode ( 14) and press the button.
Except for [Image mode], the following options are available only in mode. Un-
less [Reset all] ( 71) is used to reset settings to their default values ( 83), settings
in this menu will be restored the next time mode is selected.
Option Description
SET UP Display the setup menu. 65
Image mode Choose image size and quality. 55
White balance * Match white balance to the light source. 56
Exp. +/– Adjust exposure for very bright or very dark subjects. 57
Continuous * Take pictures one at a time or in a sequence. 57
BSS * Use BSS to choose the sharpest picture. 59
Sensitivity Control cameras sensitivity to light. 59
Color Options * Control color. 60
AF area mode Choose where the camera focuses. 60
* See the Appendix for information on restrictions that may apply to these settings ( 84).
Image Mode
Pictures taken with a digital camera are recorded as image fi les. The size of the fi les,
and with it the number of images that can be recorded ( 84), depends on the size
and quality of the images (image mode). Before shooting, choose an image mode
according to how you plan to use the picture.
Option Size (pixels) Description
High (2816)2,816 × 2,112 Pictures are compressed less than [Normal], produc-
ing higher quality images.
Normal (2816) 2,816 × 2,112 Best choice in most situations.
Normal (2048) 2,048 × 1,536 Smaller size allows more pictures to be stored.
PC screen (1024) 1,024 × 768 Suited to computer display.
TV screen (640) 640 × 480 Suited to e-mail or television viewing.
The current setting is shown by an icon in the display ( 4–5).
Shooting Menu Settings
See the Appendix for information on shooting menu defaults ( 83).
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The Shooting Menu
White Balance
Process pictures to produce natural colors under diff erent types of light.
Option Description
Auto White balance automatically adjusted to suit lighting conditions.
Best choice in most situations.
White bal. preset Neutral-colored object used as reference to set white balance un-
der unusual lighting conditions (see below).
Daylight White balance adjusted for direct sunlight.
Incandescent Use under incandescent lighting.
Fluorescent Use under most types of fl uorescent lighting.
Cloudy Use when taking pictures under overcast skies.
Flash Use with the fl ash.
At settings other than [Auto], the current setting is shown in the display ( 4–5).
Preset White Balance
Preset white balance is used with mixed lighting or to compensate for light sources
with a strong color cast (for example, to make pictures taken under a lamp with a
red shade look as though they had been taken under white light).
Place white or gray reference object under lighting that will be used during
shooting. Note that preset white balance can not be measured with the fl ash.
1
2
Highlight [White bal. preset].
3
Camera zooms in.
* To restore most recent value for preset white balance, highlight [Cancel] and press .
4
Highlight [Measure]. *
5
Frame reference object.
Frame
reference
object here
6Set preset white balance to new value and
return to shooting menu.
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The Shooting Menu
Exp. +/–
Exposure compensation is used to alter exposure from the value selected by the
camera. Choose from values between –2.0 EV and +2.0 EV in increments of 
/
 EV.
Negative values produce darker pictures, positive values brighter pictures. The ef-
fects can be previewed in the display; at settings other than zero, the current value
for exposure compensation is also shown ( 4–5).
Continuous
Capture a fl eeting expression on a portrait subject, photograph a subject that is
moving unpredictably, or capture motion in a series of pictures. At settings of [Con-
tinuous] and [Multi-shot 16], the fl ash turns off and focus, exposure, and white bal-
ance are fi xed at the values for the fi rst picture in each series.
Option Description
Single One shot is taken each time shutter-release button is pressed.
Continuous While shutter-release button is pressed, camera takes pictures at
up to 1.6 frames per second (fps).
Multi-shot 16
Each time shutter-release button is
pressed, camera takes 16 shots at about
1.9 fps and arranges them in a single pic-
ture as shown at right. Image mode set
to [Normal (2816)].
Intvl timer shooting Camera takes pictures automatically at specifi ed interval ( 58).
Except at [Single], the current setting is shown by an icon in the display ( 4–5).
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The Shooting Menu
1Choose interval between shots. Press
button to make selection, then press
button to return to shooting mode.
2
10
10
10
Press shutter-release button all the way
down to start recording. Camera will take
pictures at specifi ed interval until shutter-
release button is pressed again, memory
is full, or 1800 frames have been recorded.
Monitor turns off between shots and fl ash
lamp blinks.
Interval Timer Photography
To display the interval timer menu, highlight [Intvl timer shooting] in the CONTINU
OUS menu ( 57) and press the button. To prevent unexpected loss of power,
charge the battery before shooting begins.
Interval Timer Photography
See the Appendix for more information on how pictures taken with interval timer photogra-
phy are stored ( 85).
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The Shooting Menu
Best Shot Selector (BSS)
BSS is recommended for situations in which inadvertent camera movement can
produce blurred pictures, or when parts of the image are prone to under- or over-
exposure. It may not produce the desired results if the subject moves or the com-
position is changed while the shutter-release button is fully pressed.
Option Description
On
Camera takes shots while shutter-release button is pressed, to a maximum
of ten. These images are then compared and sharpest picture (picture
with highest level of detail) is saved. Flash turns off automatically and
focus, exposure, and white balance for all photos are determined by fi rst
picture in each series.
Off BSS off .
Exposure
BSS
Selecting this option displays sub-menu shown at
right. Choose from:
[Highlight BSS]: picture with smallest area of
overexposure is selected.
[Shadow BSS]: picture with smallest area of un-
derexposure is selected.
[Histogram BSS]: of pictures with least under- and over-exposure, cam-
era chooses picture with overall exposure closest to optimum.
Camera takes fi ve shots each time shutter-release button is pressed, but
only picture that best meets selected criterion is saved. Flash turns off
automatically and focus and white balance for all photos are determined
by fi rst picture in each series. Recommended for high-contrast subjects,
when it is diffi cult to set exposure correctly.
At settings other than [Off ], the current BSS setting appears in the display ( 4–5).
Sensitivity
Sensitivity is a measure of how quickly the camera reacts to light. The higher the
sensitivity, the less light needed to make an exposure. Much as fi lm with a high
ISO rating tends to produce grainy” images, high sensitivities may however be as-
sociated with “noise”—randomly spaced, brightly colored pixels concentrated in
dark parts of the image. Choose from values between ISO 50 and 800 equivalent.
[Auto] is equivalent to ISO 50 under normal conditions; when lighting is poor and
the fl ash is off , the camera compensates by raising Sensitivity to a maximum of ISO
800 equivalent.
The current Sensitivity is displayed in the monitor at settings other than [Auto]
( 4–5). If [Auto] is selected, an ISO icon will be displayed when sensitivity is raised
above ISO 50 equivalent.
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The Shooting Menu
Color Options
Make colors more vivid or record pictures in monochrome.
Option Description
Standard color Natural color.
Vivid color Vivid, “photoprint colors.
Black-and-white Take pictures in black-and-white.
Sepia Record pictures in sepia.
Cyanotype Take pictures in blue-tinted monochrome.
The eff ects of the selected option can be previewed in the monitor. At settings
other than [Standard color], the current setting is also indicated by an icon in the
display ( 4–5).
AF Area Mode
Choose where the camera focuses.
Option Description
Center Camera focuses on subject at center of frame.
Manual
Press multi selector up, down, left, or right to select
from 99 focus areas in large frame shown at right. Pic-
tures can be taken while focus area selection screen is
displayed. To end focus area selection and adjust fl ash,
macro close-up, and self-timer settings, press but-
ton. Press button again to change selection. Focus area
To focus on off -center subjects when [Center] is selected for [AF area mode]:
Focus Lock
1
10
10
10
Position subject in center of frame.
2
10
10
10
Press shutter-release button halfway and
check focus.
3
10
10
10
Recompose picture with shutter-release
button pressed halfway.
4
Take picture.
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The Playback Menu
Playback Options: The Playback Menu
To display the playback menu, press the button to select playback mode (
15) and press the button. See page 13 for more on using the menus.
Option Description
SET UP Display the setup menu. 65
Print set Select pictures for printing. 54
Slide show View pictures in an automatic slide show. 62
Delete * Delete all or selected pictures. 62
Protect * Protect selected pictures from accidental deletion. 62
Transfer marking * Change transfer marking for existing pictures. 62
Rotate image Rotate pictures. 63
Small pic. Create a small copy of the current picture. 63
Copy * Copy fi les between memory card and internal memory. 64
* To select multiple pictures for deletion, protection, transfer, or copying:
Print Set
Create digital “print orders for PictBridge printers and devices that support DPOF
( 54).
3Repeat steps 1–2 to select addi-
tional pictures. To deselect picture,
highlight and press multi selector
down.
2
Select current picture. Selection shown
by icon.
1
Scroll through pictures. Current picture
shown at center of display.
4
Complete operation. Confi rmation
message may be displayed.
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The Playback Menu
Slide Show
Selecting [Slide show] displays the following options. Press the multi selector up or
down to highlight and press the button to select.
Option Description
Start Start slide show.
Frame intvl Choose length of time each slide will be displayed.
Loop If this option is checked, slide show will repeat until
button is pressed.
While the slide show is in progress, press the multi selector right to skip ahead, left
to rewind. To pause the slide show, press the button.
When the slide show ends or is paused, the menu shown at
right will be displayed. Highlight [Restart] and press the
button to restart the show, or select [End] to end the show and
return to the playback menu.
Restart
Restart
Restart
Pause
Pause
Pause
End
Slide Shows
Movies ( 31) appear as still images showing the movie’s fi rst frame. The camera will turn off
automatically ( 70) if no operations are performed for 30 minutes during the show, even if
[Loop] is selected.
Delete
Choose [Erase all images] to delete all pictures, [Erase selected images] to select
pictures for deletion ( 61). Pictures marked with a icon will not be deleted.
Protect
Protect selected pictures from accidental deletion. Protected pictures are marked
with a icon ( 4–5) and can not be deleted using the button or [Delete]. Note,
however, that formatting will delete protected fi les ( 71).
Transfer Marking
Mark existing pictures for transfer to a computer ( 48).
Option Description
All on Mark all images for transfer.
All off Remove transfer marking from all images.
Select image(s) Mark selected pictures for transfer ( 61).
Pictures selected for transfer are identifi ed by a icon ( 4–5).
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The Playback Menu
Rotate Image
Rotate selected pictures.
Note that the location of dates imprinted using the [Date imprint] option does not
change when pictures are rotated ( 69). Movies can not be rotated.
Small Pic.
Create a small copy of the current picture. Highlight a size and press .
Option Description
640 × 480 Suited to television playback.
320 × 240 Suited to display on web pages.
160 × 120 Suitable for e-mail.
A confi rmation dialog will be displayed. Highlight [Yes] and
press the button to create a copy at the chosen size.
Small copies stored as JPEG fi les with a compression ratio of
1 :16 (see page 85 for more information). During playback,
copies are indicated by a gray border; a , , or icon is
displayed when they are viewed full-frame ( 4–5).
No
Yes
Yes
Yes
Create small picture file?
Create small picture file?
Create small picture file?
2
Display image rotation options.
1
Select picture.
3Press multi selector right to rotate picture
clockwise, left to rotate it counterclockwise.
Picture will be rotated 90 ° each time multi
selector is pressed.
If the picture is taken in “tall” (portrait) ori-
entation with [Auto] selected for [Record
orientation] ( 70), it can be rotated only to
either direction, maximum of 180 °.
4Rotate picture. Repeat Steps 1–4 to rotate
additional pictures, or press button to
return to playback menu.
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The Playback Menu
Copy
Copy pictures between internal memory and a memory card. This option is only
available when a memory card is inserted.
Option Description
Copy pictures from internal memory to memory card.
Copy pictures from memory card to internal memory.
Selecting either of the above options displays the menu shown
at right. Choose [Selected images] to select the pictures that
will be copied ( 61) or [All images] to copy all pictures.
A confi rmation dialog will be displayed. Highlight [Yes] and
press the button to copy the images.
Copy
Voice memos ( 40) will be copied with the associated picture, but voice recordings ( 34)
will not. See “Copying Voice Recordings” for information on copying voice recordings ( 36).
The camera may be unable to copy pictures that were created with another make of camera
or that have been modifi ed on a computer. See page 85 for more information on how copies
are stored.
65
The Setup Menu
Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu
To display the setup menu, select [Set up] or from the shooting ( 55), playback
( 61), scene ( 23), movie ( 31), one-touch portrait ( 22), or voice recording
menus ( 35). See page 13 for more on using the menus. Settings remain in eff ect
until reset ( 71).
Option Description
Menus Choose how menus are displayed. 65
Welcome screen Select screen displayed when camera is turned on. 66
Date Set clock and choose home and destination time zones. 66
Monitor settings Adjust monitor brightness and choose display style. 68
Date imprint Imprint date or birthday counter on pictures. 69
AF assist Enable or disable AF assist illumination. 70
Sound settings Adjust sound and volume settings. 70
Record orientation Choose whether to record camera orientation. 70
Auto off Choose when monitor will turn off to save power. 70
Format memory /
Format card Format internal memory or memory card. 71
Language Choose language for camera menus and messages. 71
Interface Adjust settings for connection to television or computer. 71
Reset all Restore camera settings to default values. 71
Firmware version Display camera fi rmware version. 71
Menus
Choose how menus are displayed.
Default Settings
See the Appendix for information on setup menu defaults ( 83).
Text Icon
66
The Setup Menu
The Clock Battery
The 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.
Welcome Screen
Choose the welcome screen displayed when the camera is turned on.
Option Description
Disable
welcome
No welcome screen is displayed. Camera is ready for shooting as soon as it is
turned on.
Nikon COOLPIX logo displayed at start-up.
Animation Animation displayed at start-up.
Select an
image
Select picture from internal memory or memory card. Copy of selected image
is created for use in welcome screen and remains when original is deleted or
memory card is removed.
Date
Set the camera clock and choose home and travel destination time zones.
Option Description
Date Set camera clock to current date and time (see below).
Time zone Choose home ( ) or travel destination ( ) time zone ( 67); turn daylight
saving time on or off .
Selecting [Date] displays the menu shown in Step 1. Follow the steps below to set
the camera clock to the current date and time.
2
Select Month. Repeat steps 1–2 to edit
Month, Year, hour, and minute.
1
Edit [D] ay (order of Day, Month,
and Year may diff er).
4
Choose date display order. Press to
return to setup menu.
3
Select [D M Y].
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The Setup Menu
Selecting [Time zone] from the [Date] menu displays the dialog shown in Step 1.
Follow the steps below to set the clock to the time in a new time zone.
To change the home time zone, select in Step 1 and follow Steps 2–5.
2
Set clock to time in travel time zone.
1
Highlight .
4
Highlight travel destination time zone.
3
Display map of world time zones.
5Set clock to time in new time zone. is dis-
played when camera is in shooting mode.
To reset clock to home time zone, select
in time zone menu (Step 1). To turn daylight
saving time in selected zone on or off , high-
light [DaylightSaving] and press . Clock
will automatically be advanced one hour.
Press button to exit to shooting or
playback.
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The Setup Menu
Monitor Settings
The following options are available:
Option Description
Photo info Choose information displayed in monitor.
Brightness Choose from fi ve settings for monitor brightness (default is 4).
Photo Info
The following display options are available:
Option Description
Display
Shooting mode Playback mode
Show info Indicators are displayed in
monitor ( 4–5).
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Auto info Indicators are displayed for 5 s.
Hide info Indicators are not displayed in
monitor.
Framing grid
Indicators are displayed in
monitor. In mode, framing
grid is displayed to help frame
pictures; other indicators are
displayed for 5 s.
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The Setup Menu
Date Imprint
Imprint date information on pictures as they are taken.
Option Description
Off Time and date do not appear on pictures.
Date
Date or date and time are imprinted on pictures
taken while this option is in eff ect.
15.10.2006
15.10.2006
15.10.2006
Date and time
Date counter Time stamp shows number of days between date of shooting and se-
lected date (see below).
At settings other than [Off ], the option selected is indicated by an icon in the moni-
tor during shooting ( 4–5).
Date Counter
Pictures taken while this option is in eff ect are imprinted with
the number of days remaining until or the number of days
elapsed since a specifi ed date. Use it to track the growth of a
child or count down the days until a birthday or wedding.
Stored
dates
Up to three dates can be stored. To
set, highlight, press multi selector to
right, and enter date ( 66). To se-
lect, highlight and press button.
Display
options
Highlight [Number of days], [Years and days], or [Yrs, mnths,
days] and press button.
Sample date counter time stamps are shown below.
Date Imprint
The date is recorded in the order selected in the DATE menu ( 66). Date imprint can not
be used to print date information on existing pictures. See page 50 for a comparison of date
imprint and [Print set] > [Date].
Data imprinted at an [Image mode] setting of [TV screen (640)] may be diffi cult to read.
Choose [PC screen (1024)] or larger when using date imprint.
02/15.10.2006
02/15.10.2006
02/15.10.2006
Future date
(days remaining)
02/19.10.2006
02/19.10.2006
02/19.10.2006
Past date
(days elapsed)
Press button to
view stored dates
Press button to
view display options
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The Setup Menu
AF Assist
If [Auto] is selected, AF-assist illumination will be used to assist the focus operation
when the subject is poorly lit (AF-assist illumination is unavailable in some modes;
23). Choose [Off ] to disable AF-assist illumination (note that the camera may be
unable to focus if lighting is poor).
Sound Settings
Adjust the following sound settings:
Option Description
Button
sound
When [On] is selected, beep will sound once when operations are completed suc-
cessfully, three times when error is detected.
Shutter
sound
Choose volume of sound played when shutter is released (note that shutter sound
may not always play; 80). Choose [O ] to disable shutter sound.
Start-up
sound
Choose volume of sound played when camera is turned on. If [Off ] is selected, no
sound will be played when camera is turned on. Startup sound will not play when
USB cable is connected ( 47, 51).
Record Orientation
Photographs taken while [Auto] (the default setting) is selected contain informa-
tion on camera orientation, allowing them to be rotated automatically during play-
back or when viewed in PictureProject.
Camera orientation is not recorded when [Off ] is selected.
Auto O
Choose the time before the monitor turns off automatically to save power from
30 seconds, 1 minute (the default setting), 5 minutes, or 30 minutes. Regardless of
the option chosen, the monitor will remain on for 3 minutes when menus are dis-
played, and for 30 minutes when [Loop] is selected during Pictmotion or slide show
playback or the camera is powered by an optional EH-62A AC adapter kit. While the
monitor is off , the power-on lamp will blink. The camera will turn off automatically
if no operations are performed for another three minutes.
71
The Setup Menu
Format Memory/ Format Card
If no memory card is inserted, this option is named [Format memory] and formats
internal memory. Otherwise it is named [Format card] and formats the memory
card for use in the camera. Note that formatting permanently deletes all pictures
and other data. Be sure to make copies as required before formatting. Formatting
a memory card also deletes any Pictmotion background tracks that may be present;
tracks can be copied to the card again when formatting is complete.
Two format options are available when a memory card is inserted: [Quick format]
(formats only areas of the card on which data are stored) and [Format] (formats
entire card). [Format] is not available when batteries are low.
Format
Do not turn the camera off , disconnect the AC adapter, or remove the battery or memory card
during formatting. Use the [Format] option to format memory cards before fi rst use and refor-
mat them regularly thereafter. Without regular formatting, performance will drop with use.
Language
Choose a language for camera menus and messages from the following options:
Interface
Adjust settings for connection to a computer or video device.
Option Description
USB
Select USB option for connection to computer ( 47) or printer ( 51).
Video mode Choose from NTSC and PAL ( 47).
Auto transfer Choose [On] to mark all new pictures for transfer to computer ( 48).
Reset All
Select [Reset] to restore camera settings to their default values ( 83).
Firmware Version
View the current camera fi rmware version.
Čeština Czech
Dansk Danish
Deutsch German
English English
Español Spanish
Français French
Indonesia Indonesian
Svenska Swedish
Simplifi ed Chinese
Traditional Chinese
Japanese
Korean
Thai
Italiano Italian
Nederlands Dutch
Norsk Norwegian
Polski Polish
Português Portuguese
Русский Russian
Suomi Finnish
72
Technical Notes
Technical Notes
Optional Accessories
At the time of writing, the following optional accessories and replacement items
were available for this camera. Contact your local retailer or Nikon representative
for details.
Rechargeable battery Rechargeable EN-EL5 Li-ion batteries
Battery charger MH-61 battery charger
AC adapter EH-62A AC adapter kit
USB cable UC-E6 USB cable
A/V cable EG-CP14 audio/video cable
Connecting the Optional EH-62A AC Adapter Kit
The optional EH-62A AC adapter kit can be used to power the camera for extended
playback or connection to a computer or printer.
1 Turn the camera off
Turn the camera off before connecting or discon-
necting the AC adapter.
2 Remove the battery
Open the battery-chamber/memory card slot
cover and remove the battery.
3 Insert the EP-62A power connector
The orange battery latch is pushed aside as the
power connector is inserted. The connector is ful-
ly inserted when the latch clicks back into place.
Inserting the Connector
Inserting the connector upside down or backwards
could damage the camera. Check to be sure the con-
nector is in the correct orientation.
4 Close the cover
Close the battery-chamber/memory card slot,
making sure that the power cable passes through
the opening in the cover.
See the EH-62A instruction manual for more information on using the AC adapter
kit.
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Technical Notes
Memory Cards
• Use only Secure Digital (SD) memory cards.
• Format memory cards before fi rst use ( 71).
Do not eject the memory card, turn the camera off , remove the batteries, or disconnect the
AC adapter during formatting or while data are being written to or deleted from the card.
Failure to observe this precaution could result in loss of data or damage to the camera or
card.
• 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 fi ngers or metal objects.
• Do not affi x 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 high levels of humidity or to corrosive gas.
Approved Memory Cards
The following memory cards have been tested and approved for use in the COOLPIX
S10:
Panasonic 64 MB, 128 MB, 256 MB, 256 MB*, 512 MB, 512 MB*, 1 GB, 1 GB*
SanDisk 64 MB, 128 MB, 256 MB, 256 MB*, 512 MB, 512 MB*, 1 GB, 1 GB*
Toshiba 64 MB, 128 MB, 128 MB*, 256 MB, 256 MB*, 512 MB, 512 MB*, 1 GB
Nikon 1 GB*
* High speed (10 MB/s)
Other cards have not been tested. For more details on the above cards, please
contact the manufacturer.
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Technical Notes
Notes 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. Images
recorded using the product will not be aff ected.
When you frame bright subjects, vertical comet-like streaks that whiten toward either end
may appear in the display. This phenomenon, known as smear, does not appear in the fi nal
photograph and does not indicate a malfunction. Some smear may appear in movies.
• Images in the monitor may be diffi cult to see in a bright light.
The monitor is lit by an LED backlight. Should the monitor begin to dim or fl icker, contact
your Nikon service representative.
Caring for the Camera
To ensure continued enjoyment of this Nikon product, observe the following pre-
cautions when storing or using the device.
Handle the lens and all moving parts with care
Do not apply force to the lens or monitor or to
the connector or battery-chamber/memory
card slot covers. Should the monitor break,
care should be taken to avoid injury due to
broken glass and to prevent the liquid crystal
from the display touching the skin or entering
the eyes or mouth.
Do not point the lens at strong light sources for ex-
tended periods
Avoid framing the sun or other strong light
sources for extended periods when using or
storing the camera. Intense light may cause
deterioration in the image sensor, producing
a white blur eff ect in photographs.
Turn the product off before removing or disconnect-
ing the power source
Do not unplug the product or remove the bat-
tery while the product is on, or while images
are being recorded or deleted. Forcibly cutting
power could result in loss of data or in damage
to product memory or circuitry. To prevent an
accidental interruption of power, do not move
the product while the AC adapter is connected.
Keep dry
The device will be damaged if immersed in
water or subjected to high levels of moisture.
Do not drop
The product may malfunction if subjected to
strong shocks or vibration.
Keep away from strong magnetic fi elds
Do not use or store this device in the vicinity
of equipment that generates strong electro-
magnetic radiation or magnetic fi elds. Strong
static charges or the magnetic fi elds pro-
duced by equipment such as radio transmit-
ters could interfere with the monitor, damage
data stored on the memory card, or aff ect the
product’s internal circuitry.
Avoid sudden changes in temperature
Sudden changes in temperature, such as occur
when entering or leaving a heated building on
a cold day, can cause condensation inside the
device. To prevent condensation, place the de-
vice in a carrying case or a plastic bag before ex-
posing it to sudden changes in temperature.
The AF-Assist Illuminator LED
The light-emitting diode (LED; 1, 17) used
in the AF-assist illuminator conforms to the
following IEC standard:
IEC60825-1 Edition 1.2-2001
CLASS 1 LED PRODUCT
Do not hold the camera by the lens cap
The lens cap could become detached, caus-
ing the camera to fall and damaging the
equipment.
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Technical Notes
Cleaning
Lens Avoid touching glass parts with your fi ngers. Remove dust or lint with a blower (typi-
cally a small device with a rubber bulb attached to one end that is pumped to pro-
duce a stream of air out the other). To remove fi ngerprints or other stains that can
not be removed with a blower, wipe the lens with a soft cloth, using a spiral motion
that starts in the center of the lens and works out to the edges. If this fails, clean the
lens using a cloth lightly dampened with commercial lens cleaner.
Monitor Remove dust or lint with a blower. To remove fi ngerprints and other stains, clean the
monitor with a soft, dry cloth, being careful not to apply pressure.
Body Use 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 damage not covered under warranty.
Do not use alcohol, thinner, or other volatile chemicals.
Batteries
Check the battery level when taking the camera out and charge the battery if necessary
( 6). Do not continue charging once the battery is fully charged, as this will result in
reduced battery performance. If possible, carry a fully-charged spare battery when taking
pictures 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 tem per a ture should be in the vi cin i ty of 5–35 °C (41–95 °F). Note that
the battery may become hot during use; wait for the battery to cool before charging. Failure
to observe these precautions could damage the battery, impair its performance, or prevent
it from charging normally.
On cold days, the capacity of batteries tends to decrease. Be sure that the battery is fully
charged before heading outside to take pictures in cold weather. Keep spare batteries in a
warm place and exchange as necessary. Once warmed, a cold battery may recover some of
its charge.
• 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 replace
the terminal cover. The camera and battery charger draw minute amounts of current even
when off ; if left in place, the battery could be drained to the point that it no longer functions.
Turning the camera on or off while the battery is exhausted can result in reduced battery life.
If the battery will not be used for an extended period, store it in a cool (15 °C–25 °C / 59 °F–
77 °F), dry place. Recharge it at least once a year and run it fl at before returning it to stor-
age.
Replace the battery when it no longer holds a charge. Used batteries are a valuable re-
source. Please recycle used batteries in accordance with local regulations.
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Technical Notes
Storage
Turn the camera off when not in use. Check that the power-on lamp is off before
putting the camera away and remove the batteries if the camera will not be used
for an extended period. Do not store the camera with naphtha or camphor moth
balls or in locations that:
are next to equipment that produces strong electromagnetic fi elds, such as tele-
visions 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 a month.
Turn the camera on and release the shutter a few times before putting the camera
away again.
Error Messages
The following table lists the error messages and other warnings that appear in the
monitor and how to deal with them.
Display Problem Solution
(blinks) Clock not set. Set clock.
66
Battery running low. Prepare to charge or change battery.
6, 7
WARNING ! !
BATTERY EXHAUSTED Battery exhausted. Charge or change battery.
6, 7
( blinks red)
Camera cannot focus.
Use focus lock to focus on another sub-
ject at same distance, then recompose
picture.
60
WARNING ! !
PLEASE WAIT FOR CAMERA
TO FINISH RECORDING
Camera cannot perform
other operations until
recording is complete.
Message clears from display automati-
cally when recording is complete.
MEMORY CARD IS WRITE
PROTECTED
Write-protect switch is
in “lock position. Slide write-protect to “write position.
9
NO CARD PRESENT No memory card insert-
ed in Pictmotion mode. Insert memory card.
8
THIS CARD
CANNOT BE USED
Error accessing memory
card.
Use approved card.
Check that connectors are clean.
Confi rm that memory card is cor-
rectly inserted.
73
8
WARNING ! !
THIS CARD CANNOT BE READ
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Technical Notes
Display Problem Solution
CARD IS NOT
FORMATTED
Format
No
Memory card has not
been formatted for use
in camera.
Follow the instructions displayed in
monitor and format card, or turn cam-
era off and replace card.
8
IMAGE CANNOT BE SAVED
or
Error occurred while re-
cording picture.
Format internal memory or memory
card.
71
Camera has run out of
le numbers.
Insert new memory card.
• Select [Reset all] after either insert-
ing new memory card or formatting
internal memory or memory card.
8
71
Cannot create cropped,
D-lighting, or small copy.
Select picture that supports crop,
D-lighting, or small picture.
85
Picture cannot be used
for welcome screen.
Choose picture 640 × 480 pixels or
larger.
Cannot copy picture.
Delete pictures from destination.
62
Image has already
been modifi ed.
D-Lighting cannot
be used.
Original does not support
D-lighting.
D-lighting can not be used with cop-
ies.
85
SOUND FILE CAN
NOT BE SAVED
or
Camera has run out of
le numbers.
Select [Reset all] after either inserting
new memory card or formatting inter-
nal memory or memory card.
71
CANNOT RECORD MOVIE Time out error while re-
cording movie.
Choose memory card with faster write
speed.
73
OUT OF MEMORY
or
Internal memory or
memory card is full.
Choose smaller image size.
Delete pictures or voice recordings.
Insert new memory card.
Remove memory card and use inter-
nal memory.
55
15, 35,
37, 62
8
9
MEMORY CONTAINS NO
IMAGES No pictures available for playback.
NO SOUND FILE No sound fi le available for playback.
THERE ARE NO MORE
INDEX POINTS
Sound recording con-
tains no indices.
Insert index before using or op-
tion.
34
FILE CONTAINS
NO IMAGE DATA File not created with
COOLPIX S10.
View fi le on computer or other de-
vice.
THIS FILE CANNOT BE
PLAYED BACK.
ALL IMAGES ARE HIDDEN No pictures available for welcome screen or slide show.
PICTMOTION CANNOT BE
CREATED
No pictures selected for
Pictmotion movie. Select pictures. 44
78
Technical Notes
Display Problem Solution
PICTMOTION CANNOT BE
PLAYED BACK
Pictmotion fi les have
been deleted or moved. Delete aff ected Pictmotion movie.
46
THIS IMAGE CANNOT BE
DELETED Picture is protected. Remove protection.
62
NEW CITY IS IN THE
CURRENT TIME ZONE
Destination in same
time zone as home.
No need to change time zones if desti-
nation is in same time zone as home.
66
LENS ERROR Lens error.
Turn camera off and then on again. If
error persists, contact retailer or Nikon
representative.
10
COMMUNICATIONS ERROR
USB cable disconnected
during transfer or print-
ing.
If PictureProject displays error, click
[OK] to exit. Resume operation after
turning camera off and reconnecting
cable.
47–49,
51
[USB] option incorrect. Choose correct [USB] option.
49
PictureProject did not
start.
See the PictureProject reference man-
ual (on CD) for more information.
NO IMAGES ARE MARKED
FOR TRANSFER
No pictures selected for
transfer.
Select pictures for transfer and try
again.
62
TRANSFER ERROR Transfer error. Check battery level.
Check that USB cable is connected.
10
47–48
SYSTEM ERROR
Error has occurred in
camera’s internal cir-
cuitry.
Turn camera off , remove and reinsert
batteries, and turn camera on. If error
persists, contact retailer or Nikon rep-
resentative.
7
PRINTER ERROR
CHECK PRINTER STATUS Printer error.
Check printer. To resume, highlight
[Resume] (if available) and press
button.
In extremely rare instances, unusual characters may appear in the monitor and the cam-
era may stop functioning. In most cases, this phenomenon is caused by a strong external
static charge. Turn the camera off , remove and replace the batteries, and then turn the
camera on again. 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 any data not recorded to internal memory or the memory card at the time
the problem occurred. Data already recorded will not be aff ected.
Electronically Controlled Cameras
79
Technical Notes
Troubleshooting
If the camera fails to function as expected, check the list of common problems
below before consulting your retailer or Nikon representative. Refer to the page
numbers in the right-most column for more information.
Problem Solution
Camera turns off
without warning
Battery is low.
Camera has turned off automatically to save power.
Battery is cold.
10
10, 70
89
Monitor is blank
Camera is off .
Battery is exhausted.
Standby mode: monitor turns on when controls are used.
Flash lamp blinks red: wait until fl ash has charged.
USB cable is connected.
A/V cable is connected.
• Time lapse or interval timer photography in progress: mon-
itor turns off automatically between shots
Lens cap is closed: open lens cap.
10
10
10
16
48, 51
47
32, 58
3
No indicators appear
in monitor [Hide info] is selected for [Photo info]. Select [Show info].
68
Monitor is hard to
read
Monitor has dimmed to save power: monitor brightens
when controls are used.
Adjust monitor brightness.
Monitor is dirty: clean monitor.
10
68
75
Camera clock is not
correct
Check camera clock regularly against more accurate time-
pieces and reset as required.
66
Camera settings reset
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.
66
No picture taken
when shutter-release
button is pressed
Camera is in playback mode: press button.
Menus are displayed: press button.
Battery is exhausted.
37
13
10
Camera can not focus
using autofocus
Subject is low in contrast, dominated by repeating geomet-
ric patterns, covers too small an area of the frame, or con-
tains many fi ne details, objects of sharply diff ering bright-
ness, or objects at diff erent distances from the camera. Use
focus lock to focus on another subject at same distance.
[O ] is selected for AF assist option in camera setup menu.
Focus error. Turn camera off and then on again.
60
70
10
Pictures are blurred
Use vibration reduction (VR) or use tripod and self-timer.
• Use ash.
• Use BSS.
2, 18,
20, 32
16
59
80
Technical Notes
Problem Solution
Pictures are too dark
(underexposed)
Flash is off .
Flash window is blocked. If lens cap blocks fl ash window,
fully open lens cap.
Subject is outside range of fl ash.
Exposure compensation is too low.
Subject is backlit: select (scene mode) or use fi ll fl ash.
16
14
16
22, 30,
57
16, 27
Pictures are too bright
(overexposed) Exposure compensation is too high. 22, 30,
57
Randomly-spaced
bright pixels (“noise”)
appear in image
Shutter speed too slow. Noise can be reduced by:
• Using ash
Setting Sensitivity to 50
Choosing scene mode option with noise reduction
16
59
26
Pictures are smeared Lens is dirty. Clean lens. 75
Colors are unnatural White balance does not match light source. 56
Flash does not fi re
Flash is off . Note that fl ash turns off automatically in mode
([Time lapse movie] excepted) and some scene modes or
when option other than [Single] or [Intvl timer shooting] is
selected for [Continuous] or BSS is on.
16, 23,
31, 57,
59
AF-assist illuminator
does not light
[O ] is selected for AF assist option in camera setup menu.
AF assist illumination turns off automatically in some
modes.
70
23
Bright specks in pic-
tures taken with fl ash Flash is refl ecting from particles in air. Turn fl ash off .16
No sound when
shutter is released
Sound is not played when [Off ] selected for [Sound settings] >
[Shutter sound], BSS on, option other than [Single] selected
for [Continuous], or or mode is selected.
25, 31,
57, 59,
70
Optical zoom cannot
be used Optical zoom cannot be used while shooting movies. 32
Digital zoom cannot
be used
Digital zoom is not available when [Multi-shot 16] is selected
for [Continuous]. 57
Unexpected results
when fl ash set to
(auto with red-eye
reduction).
In-camera red-eye fi x may, in very rare cases, be applied to
areas not aff ected by red-eye. Set fl ash to (auto) or
(fi ll-fl ash) and try again. Note that red-eye reduction is the
default setting for one-touch portrait, , and modes.
16, 17,
24, 25
[Image mode] not
available
[Image mode] cannot be adjusted when [Multi-shot 16] is
selected for [Continuous] or “Sports composite” is selected in
scene mode.
25, 57
[Date imprint] not
available Camera clock has not been set. 66
81
Technical Notes
Problem Solution
Date not appearing
on pictures
Date does not appear on movies or pictures taken using ,
, ([Sports composite] excepted), [Continuous], or BSS.
25 27,
28, 57,
59
Pictures cannot be
played back
Time lapse or interval timer photography in progress: pic-
tures can not be played back until recording is complete.
File has been overwritten or renamed by computer or oth-
er make of camera.
32, 58
Cannot zoom in on
picture
Playback zoom cannot be used with movies, small pictures,
or pictures that have been cropped to below 320 × 240.
33, 38,
63
Cannot record voice
memo Voice memos cannot be appended to movies. 40
Cannot use crop,
D-lighting, or small
picture options
These options cannot be used with movies and may not be
available with pictures created with other cameras. Select
picture that supports crop, D-lighting, or small picture.
85
Cannot create new
Pictmotion movie
Camera may be unable to create Pictmotion movies using pic-
tures recorded with other cameras. Other cameras may be un-
able to play Pictmotion movies created with COOLPIX S10.
43
Cannot mark pictures
for transfer
No more than 999 pictures can be marked for transfer. Use
PictureProject [Transfer] button to transfer pictures. 48
Transfer marking does
not appear
Pictures were marked for transfer using another model of
camera. Mark pictures for transfer using S10. 62
PictureProject does
not start when cam-
era is connected
Camera is off .
Battery is exhausted.
USB cable is not correctly connected.
• Appropriate [USB] option is not selected.
Computer can not detect camera.
See the PictureProject reference manual (on CD) for further
information.
10
10
48
49
Cannot transfer
pictures
button can not be used to transfer pictures from inter-
nal memory when [Mass storage] is selected for [USB] or if
memory card is locked. Transfer pictures using PictureProject
transfer button.
48–49
Pictures not displayed
on television Choose correct video mode. 71
[Format card] >
[Format] option not
available
Batteries are low. 10
82
Technical Notes
Appendix
Operation Flowchart
Operation Flowchart
The following fl owchart illustrates basic camera operations.
Menus
Shooting
Press to select
(auto) mode ( 14)
Scene mode ( 23)
Movie mode ( 31)
One-touch portrait mode ( 21)
Shooting menu ( 55)
Scene menu ( 23)
Voice recording menu ( 35)Voice recording mode ( 34)
Movie menu ( 31)
One-touch portrait menu ( 22)
Setup menu ( 65)
Supported Standards
Supported Standards
DCF: Design Rule for Camera File System (DCF) is standard widely used in the digital camera
industry to ensure compatibility among diff erent makes of camera.
DPOF: Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) is an industry-wide standard that allows pictures to
be printed from print orders stored on the memory card.
Exif version 2.2: This camera supports Exif (Exchangeable Image File Format for Digital Still
Cameras) ver sion 2.2, a stan dard that al lows in for ma tion stored with pho to graphs to be
used for optimal color re pro duc tion when im ag es are output on Exif-compliant print ers.
PictBridge: A standard developed by in cooperation with the digital camera and printer
industries, allowing photographs to be output directly to a printer without connecting the
camera to a computer.
Playback
Press to select
Playback mode ( 37)
Pictmotion mode ( 43)
List by date mode ( 41)
D-lighting ( 39)
Voice recording playback ( 35)
Playback menu ( 61)
Pictmotion menu ( 45)
List by date menu ( 41)
Setup menu ( 65)
Copy sound fi les menu ( 36)
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Technical Notes
Defaults (
Defaults (
55, 61, 65)
55, 61, 65)
Choosing [Reset] for [Reset all] restores the following default settings:
Option Default
Shooting mode ( 14–22)
Flash mode Auto
Self timer Off
Macro close-up Off
Vibration reduction On
One-touch portrait
Exp. +/– 0
Portrait eff ect Normal
Scene mode ( 23–30) Portrait
mode framing assist PORTRAIT
mode framing assist LANDSCAPE
mode framing assist SPORTS
mode framing assist NIGHT PORTRAIT
Exposure compensation 0
Movie mode ( 31–32)
Movie options Small size 320
Set interval time 30 s
Auto-focus mode
Single AF
Electronic VR
Off
Pictmotion settings ( 45)
Music Pachelbel Kanon
Style Motion
Playback order Random
Fit to length Repeat photos
Auto select 10 pictures
Shooting menu ( 55–60)
Image mode Normal (2816)
White balance Auto
Exp. +/– 0
Continuous Single
Set interval time 30 s
Option Default
Shooting menu (continued)
BSS Off
Exposure BSS Highlight BSS
Sensitivity Auto
Color options Standard color
AF area mode Center
Playback menu ( 61–64)
Slide show
Frame intvl 3 s
Setup menu ( 65–71)
Menus Text
Welcome screen Disable welcome
Monitor settings
Photo info Show info
Brightness 4
Date imprint Off
AF assist Auto
Sound settings
Button sound On
Shutter sound Normal
Start-up sound Off
Record orientation Auto
Auto off 1 min.
Auto transfer On
Miscellaneous
Sound quality ( 35) High
Paper size ( 52, 53) Default
Choosing
[
Reset
]
also clears the current le number ( 85) from memory. Numbering will con-
tinue from the lowest number available (to reset fi le numbering to 0001, delete all pictures before
selecting
[
Reset
]
). All other settings are unaff ected, including
[
Date
]
( 66),
[
Date counter
]
(
69),
[
Language
]
( 71),
[
USB
]
( 71), and
[
Video mode
]
( 71).
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Technical Notes
Image Mode (
Image Mode (
55), Movie Options (
55), Movie Options (
31), and Sound Quality (
31), and Sound Quality (
35)
35)
The following table lists the number of pictures, maximum length per movie, or maximum to-
tal voice recording length that can be recorded to internal memory or a 256 MB memory card,
together with the size of still pictures printed at 300 dpi.
Setting Internal memory (16 MB) 256 MB memory card Print size (cm / in.)
Image mode
High (2816) 5 0,083 24 × 18 / 9½ × 7
Normal (2816) 10 0,164 24 × 18 / 9½ × 7
Normal (2048) 20 0,302 17 × 13 / 7 × 5
PC screen (1024) 68 1,028 9 × 7 / 3½ × 2½
TV screen (640) 128 1,928 5 × 4 / 2 × 1½
Movie options
TV movie 64014 s 3 min. 35 s
Small size 32028 s 7 min. 15 s
Small size 320 56 s 14 min. 15 s
Pictmotion 320 56 s 1 min.
Smaller size 160 3 min. 7 s 47 min. 5 s
Time lapse movie
170 frames 1800 frames
Sound
quality
Normal 34 min. 52 s 5 hr.
High 12 min. 39 s 3 hr. 11 min.
* All fi gures are approximate. Actual capacity varies with make of memory card and, in the
case of JPEG images, with the type of scene recorded. If memory remains for more than
9999 pictures, exposure count display will show 9999.
Restrictions on Camera Settings (
Restrictions on Camera Settings (
55)
55)
Restrictions apply to the following settings in mode:
Flash mode Flash turns off at [Continuous] settings of [Continuous] or [Multi-shot 16] or
when [BSS] is on. Original mode is restored when [Single] or [Intvl timer shoot-
ing] is selected or [BSS] is turned off .
Self timer If self-timer is on, only one shot will be taken when shutter is released, regardless
of settings chosen for [Continuous] and [BSS]. Original [Continuous] and [BSS]
settings are restored when picture is taken or self-timer is turned off .
Continuous Selecting [Continuous] or [Multi-shot 16] turns [BSS] off . Original [BSS] setting is
not restored when [Single] is selected.
BSS [Continuous] is set to [Single] when [BSS] is on. Original setting is not restored
when [BSS] is turned off .
White
balance
White balance is set to [Auto] and can not be adjusted when [Black-and-white],
[Sepia], or [Cyanotype] is selected for [Color options]. Original white balance is
restored when [Standard color] or [Vivid color] is selected.
85
Technical Notes
Image File and Folder Names
Image File and Folder Names
Pictures, movies, and voice memos are assigned fi le names with three parts: a four letter iden-
tifi er, a four-digit fi le number assigned automatically by the camera in ascending order, and a
three-letter extension (e.g., “DSCN0001.JPG”).
Originals Identifi er Extension
Still picture DSCN .JPG
Movie DSCN .MOV
Time-lapse movie INTN .MOV
Voice recording DSCN .WAV
Voice memo Same as picture .WAV
Copies Identifi er Extension
Cropped copy RSCN .JPG
Small copy SSCN .JPG
D-lighting copy FSCN .JPG
Pictures and sound fi les are stored in folders named with a three-digit folder number followed
by a fi ve-character identifi er: “P_” plus a three-digit sequence number for pictures taken us-
ing panorama assist (e.g, “101P_001”; 28–29), “INTVL for interval timer photography (e.g.,
“101INTVL”; 58), “SOUND or “SOUNE” for voice recordings (e.g., “101SOUND”; 34), and
“NIKON” for all other pictures (e.g, “100NIKON”). Folders can hold up to 200 pictures; if a picture
is taken when the current folder contains 200 pictures, a new folder will be created by adding
one to the current folder number. If a picture is taken when the current folder is numbered
999 and contains 200 pictures or a picture numbered 9999, no further pictures can be taken
until the medium is formatted ( 71) or a new memory card inserted.
Files copied using [Copy] > [Selected images] or [Copy sound fi les] > [Selected fi les] are copied
to the current folder, where they are assigned new fi le numbers in ascending order starting
from the largest fi le number in memory. [Copy] > [All images] and [Copy sound fi les] > [Copy
all fi les] copy all folders from the source device; fi le names do not change but new folder num-
bers are assigned in ascending order starting from the largest folder number on the destina-
tion device ( 36, 64).
Pictmotion movies ( 43) are stored under the “NKSS” folder in folders named with a three-
digit folder number followed by “PRJCT (e.g., “101PRJCT”). Each folder contains the picture
and sound fi les for a single Pictmotion movie.
Copies (
Copies (
42, 43, 69)
42, 43, 69)
Copies created using crop ( 38), D-Lighting ( 39), and small picture ( 63) have the same
transfer marking as the original but are not marked for printing or protection. Copies created
using [Copy] ( 64) have the same protection marking as the original but are not marked for
printing or transfer. The crop and small picture options can not be used with copies created
with crop or small picture; D-lighting is not available with copies created with crop, D-light-
ing, or small picture.
86
Technical Notes
GMT +/– Location
–11 Midway, Samoa
–10 Hawaii, Tahiti
–9 Alaska, Anchorage
–8 PST (PDT): Los Angeles, Seattle, Vancouver
–7 MST (MDT): Denver, Phoenix, La Paz
–6 CST (CDT): Chicago, Houston, Mexico City
–5 EST (EDT): New York, Toronto, Lima
–4 Caracas, Manaus
–3 Buenos Aires, São Paulo
–2 Fernando de Noronha
–1 Azores
±0 London, Casablanca
GMT +/– Location
+1 Madrid, Paris, Berlin
+2 Athens, Helsinki
+3 Moscow, Nairobi
+4 Abu Dhabi, Dubai
+5 Islamabad, Karachi
+6 Colombo, Dhaka
+7 Bangkok, Jakarta
+8 Beijing, Hong Kong (HK), Singapore
+9 Tokyo, Seoul
+10 Sydney, Guam
+11 New Caledonia
+12 Auckland, Fiji
Time Zones (
Time Zones (
66–67)
66–67)
The camera supports the time zones listed below. Increments of less than one hour are not
supported; when travelling to or from destinations at half- or quarter-hour increments from
Greenwich Mean Time (GMT), such as Afghanistan, Central Australia, India, Iran, Nepal, or New-
foundland, set the camera clock to local time ( 66–67).
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Technical Notes
Specifi cations
Nikon COOLPIX S10 Digital Camera
Type Compact digital camera
Eff ective pixels 6.0 million
f/-number f/3.5
Construction 12 elements in 9 groups
Focal length
6.3 –63 mm (35 mm [135] picture angle equivalent: approx. 38 –380 mm)
Lens 10 × Zoom-Nikkor Lens
CCD 12.5-in. CCD; total pixels: 6.18 million
Image size (pixels)
2,816 × 2,112 (2816
, 2816)
2,048 × 1,536 (2048)
1,024 × 768 (1024)
640 × 480 (640)
Vibration reduction CCD shift
Exposure
Metering 256-segment matrix, center-weighted, spot, spot AF area
Range
Exposure control Programmed auto exposure with exposure compensation
(–2.0 – +2.0 EV in steps of 13 E V )
+3.7 – +17.5 EV
Aperture
Range f/3.5, f/4.0, f/5.6, f/6.8, and f/13.6
Electronically-controlled aperture and ND fi lter selection
Shutter
Speed
Mechanical and charge-coupled electronic shutter
2 – 11000 s
Approximate frame
coverage
Shooting mode: 97% horizontal and 97% vertical
Playback: 100% horizontal and 100% vertical
Monitor 2.5 in., 230,000-dot, wide viewing-angle low-temperature polysilicon
TFT LCD with 5-level brightness adjustment
ISO sensitivity 50, 100, 200, 400, 800; Auto (auto gain to ISO 800)
Storage
Media Internal memory (approx. 16 MB); SD (Secure Digital) memory cards
File formats Compressed: JPEG-baseline-compliant
Movies: QuickTime
File system DCF, Exif 2.2, and DPOF compliant
Sound fi les: WAV
Autofocus (AF)
Focus-area selection Center; manual with 99 focus areas
Contrast-detect AF with AF-assist illumination
Focus range (from lens) 30 cm (1 ft.)
Macro mode: 4 cm (1.6 in.)– ∞ (W)
AF-assist illumination Class 1 LED product (IEC 60825-1 Edition 1.2-2001); max. output: 1,500 µW
Digital zoom Up to 4 × (35 mm [135] picture angle equivalent: 1520 mm)
88
Technical Notes
Built-in fl ash
Range (approx.) W: 0.3–5.4 m/11.8 in.– 17 ft. 8.6 in.
Sync method Sensor fl ash system
Specifi cations
Nikon will not be held liable for any errors this manual may contain. The appearance of this
product and its specifi cations are subject to change without notice.
Interface USB
Video output Can be selected from NTSC and PAL
I/O terminals Audio/video out; digital I/O (USB)
Power sources • One EN-EL5 rechargeable lithium-ion battery (supplied)
EH-62A AC adapter kit (available separately)
Battery life Approx. 300 shots (EN-EL5) *
Dimensions
Approx. 112.5 × 74.5 × 40.5 mm/
4.4
×
2.9
×1.6 in. (W × H × D, excluding projections)
Weight Approx. 220 g (7.8 oz.) without lens cap, battery or memory card
Operating environment
Temperature 0 – 40 °C (32 – 104 °F)
Humidity Less than 85% (no condensation)
* Based on Camera and Imaging Products Association (CIPA) standard for measuring life of camera batteries. Measured
at 25 °C (77 °F); zoom adjusted with each shot, fl ash fi red with every other shot, image mode set to NORMAL.
Unless otherwise stated, all fi gures are for a camera with fully-charged EN-EL5 battery operated at an ambient
temperature of 25 °C (77 °F).
Supported
languages
Chinese (Simplifi ed and Traditional), Czech, Danish, Dutch, English,
Finnish, French, German, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Polish,
Portuguese, Norwegian, Russian, Spanish, Swedish, Thai
Self-timer Can be selected from approximately 10 and 3 seconds duration
T: 1.0–5.4 m/3 ft. 3.4 in.– 17 ft. 8.6 in.
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Technical Notes
MH-61 Battery Charger
Rated input 100–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz, 0.12–0.08 A
Rated capacity 11–16 VA
Rated output DC 4.2 V / 950 mA
Supported batteries Nikon EN-EL5 rechargeable Li-ion batteries
Dimensions Approx. 67 × 26 × 67 mm / 2.6 × 1.0 × 2.6 in. (W × H × D, excluding projections)
Length of cord Approx. 1,800 mm (5 ft. 11 in.)
Weight Approx. 70 g (2.5 oz), excluding power cable
EN-EL5 Rechargeable Li-ion Battery
Type Rechargeable lithium-ion bat tery
Rated capacity 3.7 V / 1100 mAh
Operating temperature 0 – 40 °C (32 – 104 °F)
Dimensions Approx. 36 × 54 × 8 mm / 1.4 × 2.1 × 0.3 in. (W × H × D, excluding projections)
Weight Approx. 30 g (1.1 oz.), excluding terminal cover
Operating temperature 0 – 40 °C (32 – 104 °F)
Charging time Approximately 2 hours when battery is fully discharged
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Index
Symbols
(auto) mode, 14
(delete) button, 15, 37
(D-lighting) button, 1, 39
(MENU) button, 2, 13, 55,
61, 65
(mode) button, 2, 3, 13
(movie) mode, 31
(One-touch portrait) button,
1, 21
(Pictmotion) mode, 43
(playback) mode, 37
, , , , see Scene assist
modes
(shooting/playback) button,
2, 15, 37
, see Vibration reduction
(voice recording) mode, 34
(voice recording) playback
mode, 35
(wait) icon, 12, 76
A
Accessories, 72
AEL, 28
AF, see Focus, indicator
Autofocus, see Focus
[AF area mode], 60
[AF Assist], 70
[Auto-focus mode], 31
[Auto off ], 70
[Auto transfer], see [Interface]
A/V cable, 47
B
Backlit subjects, 16, 27
Batteries, 6,7
Battery level indicator, 4–5, 10
Best Shot Selector, 59
Black-and-white, 60
Blur, 17, 20
[Brightness], see [Monitor set-
tings]
[BSS], see Best Shot Selector
Burst shooting, see [Continuous];
Scene assist, Sports ( )
[Button sound], see [Sound
settings]
C
Clock, see [Date]
Close-ups, 19, 27
[Color options], 60
Computer, 47
copying pictures to, 47
[Continuous], 57
Copies, 38, 39, 63, 64, 85. See
also [Copy] (playback menu);
Cropping pictures; D-lighting;
[Small pic].
[Copy] (playback menu), 64
Cropping pictures, 38
Cyanotype, 60
D
[Date], 66
Date and time, see [Date]
printing, 50, 54, 69
[Date counter], see [Date imprint]
[Date imprint], 69
Daylight saving time, see [Date]
DCF, see Design rule for Camera
File system
Default settings, 83
restoring, see [Reset all]
[Delete], 62
Deleting pictures, 15, 37, 62
in full-frame playback, 15, 37
selected pictures, 62
Design rule for Camera File
system, 82
Digital Print Order Format, 53,
54, 82
Direct Print, see PictBridge
D-lighting, 39
DPOF, see Digital Print Order
Format
E
Electronic VR, 32
E-mail, 55, 63
Error messages, 76–78
Exif 2.2, 82
Exif Print, see Exif 2.2
[Exp. +/–], 22, 30, 57
Exposure compensation, 22,
30, 57
scene mode, 30
shooting mode, 57
Extension, 85
F
Fill fl ash, 16
Firmware, 71
[Firmware version], 71
Flash, 16
mode, 16
Focus, 12, 60
area, 12, 60
face-priority, 21
indicator, 12
lock, 60
mode, 31 ,60
[Format], see [Format card]
[Format card], 71
[Format memory], 71
Formatting, 8, 71
internal memory, see [Format
memory]
memory cards, see [Format
card]
Framing, 12, 14, 21, 24
guides, 24
Full-time AF, see Focus, mode
H
Help, 13
I
[Image mode], 55
Image size, see [Image mode]
Indoor photography, 16, 26
[Interface], 47–49, 51, 71
Internal memory, 8, 10
J
JPEG, 85
JPG, 85
L
Landscapes, 25
[Language], 71
Language, choosing, 71
Lens, 1, 11, 75
Lens cap, 3, 12, 14
List by date, 41
M
Macro close-up, 19, 27
Memory cards, 8–9, 71, 73, 84
approved, 73
capacity of, 84
formatting, 8, 71
inserting and removing, 8–9
Memory card slot, 2, 8–9
Menus, 3, 13, 55
[Menus], 65
Index
91
Index
Monitor, 2, 4–5, 68, 74
brightness, 68
indicators in, 4–5
[Monitor settings], 68
MOV, 85
Movies, 31–33
recording, 31–32
viewing, 37
MOVIE menu, 31–32
Moving subjects, 25, 57
Multi selector, 2, 13
N
Night photography, 16, 23
Noise reduction, 26
NTSC, see Video mode
Number of exposures remaining,
10, 84
O
On/off , see Power switch
One-touch portrait, 21–22
button, 1
menu, 22
P
PAL, see Video mode
Panorama, 28–29
[Photo info], see [Monitor set-
tings]
PictBridge, 50–54, 82
Pictmotion, 43–46
PictureProject, 45, 47–49
PLAYBACK MENU, 61–64
Playback, 15, 37
full-frame, 15, 37
list by date, 41–42
menu, 61–64
movies, 33
on TV, 47
Pictmotion, 46
thumbnail, 37
voice memo, 40
zoom, 38
Portraits, 21–22, 24, 25
Power-on lamp, 1, 10
Power switch, 1 ,10
Printing pictures, 50–54. See
also Date and time, printing;
[Date imprint]; Digital Print Or-
der Format; PictBridge; [Print set]
[Print set], 54
Print size, 52–53
[Protect], 62
Protected pictures, 4–5, 62, 71
Q
[Quick format], see [Format card]
QuickTime, 87
R
[Record orientation], 70
Red-eye reduction, see Flash,
mode
[Reset all], 71, 83
[Rotate image], 63
S
, see Scene modes, Scene assist
modes
Scene mode, 23–30
Back light ( ), 27
Beach/Snow ( ), 26
Close-up ( ), 27
Copy ( ), 27
Dusk/Dawn ( ), 27
Fireworks show ( ), 27
Museum ( ), 27
Night landscape ( ), 27
Panorama assist ( ), 28–29
Party/Indoor ( ), 26
Sunset ( ), 26
Scene assist modes, 24–25
Landscape ( ), 25
Night portrait ( ), 25
Portrait ( ), 24
Sports ( ), 25
Secure Digital (SD), see Memory
cards
Self-timer, 18
Self-timer lamp, 1, 18
Sepia, 60
SET UP MENU, 65–71
SHOOTING MENU, 55–60
Shutter-release button, 1, 12
[Shutter sound], see [Sound
settings]
Single AF, see Focus, mode
Size, see [Image mode]
[Slide show], 62
Slow sync, see Flash, mode
[Small pic.], 63
Smear, 74
Sound, 31, 34–36, 40 ,43, 70
[Sound settings], 70
Standby mode, see Auto off
[Start-up Sound], see [Sound
settings]
Strap, camera, 1
Support information, viii
T
Telephoto, see Zoom
Television, 32, 47, 55, 71
connecting to, 47
Thumbnail playback, 37
Time, see [Date]
Time zone, 66–67, 86
Timer, see Self-timer
Transfer, 47–49
mark, 4–5, 48
marking pictures for, 48, 62, 71
[Transfer marking], 62
Tripod, 2, 18, 26, 28–29
T button, see Zoom control
U
[USB], 47–49, 51, 71. See
also [Interface]
USB, 47–49, 51, 71
cable, 48, 49, 51
connection, 47–49, 51
connector, 2, 48, 51
V
VCR, 47
Vibration reduction, 20
[Video mode], 47, 71. See
also [Interface]
Vivid color, 60
Voice memo, 40
Voice recording, 34–36
Volume, 33, 35, 40, 46, 70
VR, see Vibration reduction
W
WAV, 85
[Welcome screen], 66
[White balance], 56
White balance, 56
preset, 56
Wide angle, see Zoom
W button, see Zoom control
Z
Zoom, 11
digital, 11, 32
indicator, 4–5, 11
optical, 11
playback, 38
Zoom control, 1
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