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The Nikon Guide to Digital Photography
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DIGITAL CAMERA
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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. ImageLink and the Im- ageLink print system logo are trademarks of Eastman Kodak Company. Pictmotion is powered by muvee Technologies. PictBridge is a trademark. D-Lighting technology is prov
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Symbols and Conventions Introduction To make it easier to fi nd the information you need, the following symbols and conventions are used: This icon marks cautions, information that First Steps should be read before use to prevent dam- age to the camera. Camera Operations This icon marks notes, information that should be read before using the camera. Basic Photography and This icon marks tips, additional information Playback that may be helpful when using the cam- era. Scene and Scene Assist
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For Your Safety To prevent damage to your Nikon product or injury to yourself or to others, read the following safety precautions in their entirety before using this equipment. Keep these safety instructions where all those who use the product will read them. 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 preve
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Observe the following precautions when handling Handle moving parts with care the AC adapter Be careful that your fi ngers or other objects • Use only adapters designated for use with are not pinched by the lens cover or other this product. moving parts. • Keep dry. Failure to observe this precau- CD-ROMs tion could result in fi re or electric shock. The CD-ROMs supplied with this device • Dust on or near the metal parts of the plug should not be played back on audio CD should be remov
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Notices • No part of the manuals included with this • Nikon will not be held liable for any damages product may be reproduced, transmitted, tran- resulting from the use of this product. scribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translat- • While every eff ort has been made to ensure ed into any language in any form, by any means, that the information in these manuals is ac- without Nikon’s prior written permission. curate and complete, we would appreciate it • Nikon reserves the right to chang
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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 posse
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Table of Contents For Your Safety ..................................................................................................................................................... ii Notices ................................................................................................................................................................... iv Introduction 1 Parts of the Camera .......................................................................................................
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Viewing Pictures on a Computer .................................................................................................................52 Printing Pictures ................................................................................................................................................55 Menu Guide 61 Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu ....................................................................................................61 Image Mode ........................
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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 CAME
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Introduction Introduction Thank you for your purchase of a Nikon COOLPIX S5 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. 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 t
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Introduction Parts of the Camera Self-timer lamp ( 22) Built-in fl ash ( 20) AF-assist illuminator (LED; 21) Lens ( 79) Lens cover closed Eyelet for camera strap Lens cover Power switch Microphone Power-on lamp Speaker ( 37, ( 14) Shutter-release ( 35, 38, 44) ( 14) 39, 44, 49, 51) button ( 16) (One-touch portrait) button ( 24). Zoom control ( 15). See also: See also (D-lighting; 43) • (thumbnail playback): 41 • (playback zoom): 42 • (help): 17 2
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Introduction (menu) button (shooting/playback) Monitor ( 6–7, 78, 79) ( 17, 61, 67, 70) button ( 19, 41) (mode) button ( 5, 17) Indicator lamp ( 11, 16, 36, 38, 64) Flash lamp ( 20) (delete) button ( 19, 41, 42) Rotary multi selector ( 4, 17) (center) button ( 4, 17) (transfer) button ( 53) Battery-chamber/memory card slot cover ( 10, 12) Battery latch ( 10) Memory card slot ( 12) Tripod socket Battery chamber ( 10) Multi connector ( 8, 52, 53, 56, 60) Attaching the Camera Strap Attach t
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Introduction The Rotary Multi Selector The rotary multi selector is used to navigate the camera menus. Rotate in either direction to highlight items and press the center ( ) to select. To cancel and return to the previous menu, press the rotary multi selector to the left. Rotate: highlight Press center ( ): select Press left: cancel Items can also be highlighted by pressing the rotary multi selector up, down, left, or right. Press up or down Press right Menu Help For help on the current men
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Introduction The (Mode) Button Pressing the button during shooting or playback displays a mode-selection menu ( 17). Shooting Modes Auto ( 18) Movie ( 35) Scene ( 26) Voice recording ( 38) Scene assist ( 32) Playback Modes Playback ( 41) Voice playback ( 39) Pictmotion ( 48) List by date ( 46) Calendar ( 45) 5
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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 23 1 6 8 22 5 10 21 24 7 3 9 20 11 99999 9999 999 18 19 12 17 13 16 14 15 0h00m00s 00h00m00s h00m00s Playback 18 1 01.01.2006 01.01.2006 01.01.2006 1100NIKON 100NIKON 00NIKON 3 2 17 00:00 00:00 00:00 99999.JPG 9999.JPG 999.JPG 4 16 5 14 9999 99999 999//9999 9999 9999 11 9 6 8 12 7 10 0h00m00s 0h00m00s 0h00m00s Start S Start tart
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Introduction 1 Shooting mode ..............................5, 18, 26, 35 13 Time zone indicator ..........................................71 2 Exposure lock .......................................................29 14 Date imprint / date counter .......................... 74 3 Macro close-up mode ............................23, 28 15 Number of exposures remaining .......................................................14, 88 4 Zoom indicator ............................................1
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Introduction The COOL-STATION and AC Adapter The COOL-STATION The supplied MV-14 COOL-STATION can be used to: • Charge the camera battery ( 11) • Copy pictures to a computer ( 52) • View pictures on a television ( 52) • Print pictures via direct USB connec- tion ( 55) DC-IN connector ( 9) Audio / video connector Camera connector USB connector (A / V out; 52) ( 53, 56) Placing the Camera in the COOL-STATION Removing the Camera The multi connector Remove the camera should be fully inserted as
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Introduction The AC Adapter The supplied EH-64 AC adapter can charge the battery in the camera ( 11) or power the camera for playback, data transfer, or printing (do not use any other make or model of AC adapter; failure to observe this precaution could result in fi re or product malfunction). Connect the power cord () and plug the adapter into the COOL-STATION or camera (), making sure the plugs are in the correct orienta- tion. Plug the adapter in () and check that the power lamp is
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First Steps First Steps Inserting the Battery The camera uses a rechargeable EN-EL8 Li-ion battery (supplied). Turn the camera off 1 If the power-on lamp is lit, press the power switch to turn the camera off . Open the battery-chamber/memory card slot 2 cover Insert the battery 3 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 coul
