Nikon Coolpix L30 Reference Manual

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CT3J01(11) 6MN32111-01

DIGITAL CAMERA

Reference Manual

i

Introduction

Parts of the Camera

Preparing for Shooting

Using the Camera

Shooting Features

Using the Menus

Connecting the Camera to a TV, Computer, or Printer

Reference Section

Technical Notes and Index

ii Introduction

Introduction

Thank you for purchasing the Nikon COOLPIX L30 digital camera. Before using the camera, please read the information in For Your Safety (A viii-xi) and familiarize yourself with the information provided in this manual. After reading, please keep this manual handy and refer to it to enhance your enjoyment of your new camera.

Read This First

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Introduction Attaching the Camera Strap

About This Manual If you want to start using the camera right away, see Preparing for Shooting (A 6) and Using the Camera (A 12). To learn about the parts of the camera and information that is displayed in the monitor, see Parts of the Camera (A 1).

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Other Information Symbols and Conventions

To make it easier to find the information you need, the following symbols and conventions are used in this manual:

SD, SDHC, and SDXC memory cards are referred to as memory cards in this manual. The setting at the time of purchase is referred to as the default setting. The names of menu items displayed in the camera monitor, and the names of buttons or

messages displayed on a computer monitor appear in bold. In this manual, images are sometimes omitted from monitor display samples so that

monitor indicators can be more clearly shown. Illustrations and monitor content shown in this manual may differ from the actual product.

Icon Description

B This icon indicates cautions and information that should be read before using the camera.

C This icon indicates notes and information that should be read before using the camera.

A/E/F These icons indicate other pages containing relevant information; E: Reference Section, F: Technical Notes and Index.

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Introduction Information and Precautions

Life-Long Learning As part of Nikons Life-Long Learning commitment to ongoing product support and education, continually updated information is available online at the following sites: For users in the U.S.A.: http://www.nikonusa.com/ For users in Europe and Africa: http://www.europe-nikon.com/support/ For users in Asia, Oceania, and the Middle East: http://www.nikon-asia.com/ Visit these sites to keep up-to-date with the latest product information, tips, answers to frequently asked questions (FAQs), and general advice on digital imaging and photography. Additional information may be available from the Nikon representative in your area. Visit the site below for contact information:

http://imaging.nikon.com/

Use Only Nikon Brand Electronic Accessories Nikon COOLPIX cameras are designed to the highest standards and include complex electronic circuitry. Only Nikon brand electronic accessories (including battery chargers, batteries, AC adapters, and cables) certified by Nikon specifically 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.

Before Taking Important Pictures Before taking pictures on important occasions (such as at weddings or before taking the camera 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 profits that may result from product malfunction.

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About the Manuals No part of the manuals included with this product may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed,

stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form, by any means, without Nikons prior written permission.

Nikon reserves the right to change the specifications of the hardware and software described in these manuals at any time and without prior notice.

Nikon will not be held liable for any damages resulting from the use of this product. While every effort was made to ensure that the information in these manuals is accurate 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).

Notice Concerning Prohibition of Copying or Reproduction Note that simply being in possession of material that was digitally copied or reproduced by means of a scanner, digital camera or other device may be punishable by law.

Items prohibited by law from being copied or reproduced Do not copy or reproduce paper money, coins, securities, government bonds or local government bonds, even if such copies or reproductions are stamped Sample. The copying or reproduction of paper money, coins, or securities which are circulated in a foreign country is prohibited. Unless the prior permission of the government was obtained, the copying or reproduction of unused postage stamps or post cards issued by the government is prohibited. The copying or reproduction of stamps issued by the government and of certified documents stipulated by law is prohibited.

Cautions on certain copies and reproductions The government has issued cautions on copies or reproductions of securities issued by private companies (shares, bills, checks, gift certificates, 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, paintings, 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 copies or to infringe copyright laws.

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Introduction 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 files can sometimes be recovered from discarded storage devices using commercially available software, potentially resulting in the malicious use of personal image data. Ensuring the privacy of such data is the users 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 refill it with images containing no private information (for example, pictures of empty sky). Be sure to also replace any pictures selected for the Select an image option in the Welcome screen setting (A 24, E60) in the setup menu. Care should be taken to avoid injury or damage to property when physically destroying data storage devices.

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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.

WARNINGS

Turn off in the event of malfunction

Should you notice smoke or an unusual smell coming from the camera or AC adapter, unplug the AC adapter and remove the batteries 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. Repairs should be performed only by qualified 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 product and/or removing the batteries.

Do not use the camera or AC adapter in the presence of flammable gas

Do not use electronic equipment in the presence of flammable gas, as this could result in explosion or fire.

Handle the camera strap with care

Never place the strap around the neck of an infant or child.

For Your Safety

This icon marks warnings, information that should be read before using this Nikon product, to prevent possible injury.

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Introduction 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.

Do not remain in contact with the camera, battery charger, or AC adapter for extended periods while the devices are on or in use

Parts of the devices become hot. Leaving the devices in direct contact with the skin for extended periods may result in low-temperature burns.

Do not leave the product where it will be exposed to extremely high temperatures, such as in an enclosed automobile or in direct sunlight

Failure to observe this precaution could cause damage or fire.

Observe caution when handling batteries

Batteries may leak or explode if improperly handled. Observe the following precautions when handling batteries for use in this product: Before replacing the batteries, turn

the product off. If you are using an AC adapter, be sure it is unplugged.

Use only the batteries approved for use in this product (A 6). Do not combine old and new batteries or batteries of different makes or types.

If Nikon rechargeable Ni-MH batteries EN-MH2 (EN-MH2-B2 or EN-MH2-B4) are purchased separately, charge and use each of them as a set. Do not combine batteries from different pairs.

The EN-MH2 rechargeable batteries are for use with Nikon digital cameras only, and are compatible with COOLPIX L30.

Insert batteries in the correct orientation.

Do not short or disassemble batteries or attempt to remove or break battery insulation or casing.

Do not expose batteries to flame or to excessive heat.

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Do not immerse in or expose to water.

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 product, be sure to remove the batteries when no charge remains.

Discontinue use immediately should you notice any change in the batteries, such as discoloration or deformation.

If liquid from damaged batteries comes in contact with clothing or skin, rinse immediately with plenty of water.

Observe the following precautions when handling the Battery Chargers (available separately)

Keep dry. Failure to observe this precaution could result in fire or electric shock.

Dust on or near the metal parts of the plug should be removed with a dry cloth. Continued use could result in fire.

Do not handle the power cable or go near the battery charger during lightning storms. 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 flame. Should the insulation be damaged and the wires become exposed, take it to a Nikon- authorized service representative for inspection. Failure to observe these precautions could result in fire or electric shock.

Do not handle the plug or battery charger with wet hands. Failure to observe this precaution could result in electric shock.

Do not use with travel converters or adapters designed to convert from one voltage to another or with DC- to-AC inverters. Failure to observe this precaution could damage the product or result in overheating or fire.

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Introduction Use appropriate cables

When connecting cables to the input and output jacks, use only the cables provided or sold by Nikon for the purpose, to maintain compliance with product regulations.

Handle moving parts with care Be careful that your fingers or other objects are not pinched by the lens cover or other moving parts.

Observe caution when using the flash

Using the flash close to your subjects eyes could cause temporary visual impairment. The flash should be no less than 1 m (3 ft 4 in.) from the subject. Particular care should be observed when photographing infants.

Do not operate the flash with the flash window touching a person or object Failure to observe this precaution could result in burns or fire.

Avoid contact with liquid crystal

Should the monitor break, care should be taken to avoid injury caused by broken glass and to prevent liquid crystal from the monitor touching the skin or entering the eyes or mouth.

Turn the power off when using inside an airplane or the hospital

Turn the power off while inside the airplane during take off or landing. Do not use wireless network functions while in the air. Follow the instructions of the hospital when using while in a hospital. The electromagnetic waves emitted by this camera may disrupt the electronic systems of the airplane or the instruments of the hospital. If you are using an Eye-Fi card, remove it from the camera before boarding an aircraft or entering a hospital.

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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 device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential 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 encouraged 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 equipment and receiver.

Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for help.

CAUTIONS

Modifications The FCC requires the user to be notified that any changes or modifications made to this device that are not expressly approved by Nikon Corporation may void the users authority to operate the equipment.

Notices

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Introduction Interface Cables Use the interface cables sold or provided by Nikon for your equipment. Using other interface cables may exceed the limits of Class B Part 15 of the FCC rules.

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 USA Tel: 631-547-4200

Notice for customers in Canada CAN ICES-3 B / NMB-3 B

Notice for Customers in Europe

This symbol indicates that electrical and electronic equipment 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.

Separate collection and recycling helps conserve natural resources and prevent negative consequences for human health and the environment that might result from incorrect disposal.

For more information, contact the retailer or the local authorities in charge of waste management.

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This symbol on the batteries indicates that the batteries are to be collected separately. The following apply only to users in European countries: All batteries, whether marked with

this symbol or not, are 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.

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Introduction ................................................... ii Read This First ....................................................... ii

Attaching the Camera Strap.............................. iii About This Manual .................................................. iii Information and Precautions ............................. v

For Your Safety ................................................. viii WARNINGS ................................................................ viii

Notices ................................................................... xii

Parts of the Camera ..................................... 1 The Camera Body................................................. 1 The Monitor ........................................................... 3

Shooting Mode .......................................................... 3 Playback Mode ........................................................... 5

Preparing for Shooting............................... 6 Insert the Batteries and Memory Card ......... 6

Applicable Batteries................................................. 6 Removing the Batteries or Memory Card ... 7 Internal Memory and Memory Cards............ 7

Turn the Camera On and Set the Display Language, Date, and Time................................ 8

Using the Camera ...................................... 12 Shooting with Easy Auto Mode ................... 12

Using the Zoom ...................................................... 14 The Shutter-release Button .............................. 14

Play Back Images............................................... 16 Delete Images .................................................... 17 Using the Flash and Self-timer ..................... 19

Shooting Features ..................................... 20 Changing the Shooting Mode ..................... 20 Recording and Playing Back Movies .......... 22

Using the Menus ........................................ 24

Connecting the Camera to a TV, Computer, or Printer................................. 26

Connection Methods....................................... 26 Using ViewNX 2 ................................................. 28

Installing ViewNX 2................................................ 28 Transferring Images to the Computer....... 29 Viewing Images ....................................................... 31

Table of Contents

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Reference Section ................................. E1 G (Easy Auto) Mode .................................. E3 Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes)..................... E4

Tips and Notes ................................................... E5 Smart Portrait Mode (Capturing Images of Smiling Faces) .... E8 A (Auto) Mode ......................................... E10 Functions That Can Be Set Using the Multi Selector.......................................................... E11

Using the Flash ............................................... E11 Using the Self-timer..................................... E14 Using Macro Mode....................................... E15 Adjusting Brightness (Exposure Compensation)....................... E16 Default Settings.............................................. E17

Functions That Cannot Be Used Simultaneously ........................................... E19 Focusing........................................................ E20

Using Face Detection ................................. E20 Using Skin Softening................................... E21 Subjects Not Suitable for Autofocus... E21 Focus Lock......................................................... E22

Playback Zoom ........................................... E23 Thumbnail Playback, Calendar Display ... E24

Editing Still Images.................................... E25 Before Editing Images ................................ E25 D-Lighting: Enhancing Brightness and Contrast... E26 Glamour Retouch: Enhancing Human Faces.......................... E27 Small Picture: Reducing the Size of an Image............. E29 Crop: Creating a Cropped Copy........... E30

Connecting the Camera to a TV (Viewing Images on a TV)........................ E31 Connecting the Camera to a Printer (Direct Print)................................................. E32

Connecting the Camera to a Printer ... E32 Printing Individual Images....................... E33 Printing Multiple Images .......................... E35

Recording Movies ...................................... E38 Playing Back Movies.................................. E40 Options Available in the Shooting Menus............................................................. E42

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Introduction The Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode)................................ E43

Image Mode Settings (Image Size and Quality) ........................... E43 White Balance (Adjusting Hue) ............ E45 Continuous Shooting ................................. E47 Color Options .................................................. E48

The Smart Portrait Menu......................... E49 Skin Softening ................................................. E49 Smile Timer ....................................................... E49 Blink Proof.......................................................... E50

The Playback Menu ................................... E51 Print Order (Creating a DPOF Print Order) ............... E51 Slide Show......................................................... E53 Protect.................................................................. E54 Rotate Image.................................................... E56 Copy (Copy Between Internal Memory and Memory Card) ....................................... E57

The Movie Menu ........................................ E58 Movie Options................................................. E58 Autofocus Mode............................................ E59

The Setup Menu ......................................... E60 Welcome Screen............................................ E60 Time Zone and Date.................................... E61 Monitor Settings ............................................ E63 Print Date (Imprinting Date and Time) .................... E65 Electronic VR..................................................... E66 Motion Detection.......................................... E68 AF Assist .............................................................. E69 Sound Settings................................................ E69 Auto Off ............................................................... E70 Format Memory/Format Card............... E71 Language............................................................ E71 Video Mode....................................................... E71 Blink Warning................................................... E72 Eye-Fi Upload................................................... E73 Reset All ............................................................... E74 Battery Type...................................................... E74 Firmware Version........................................... E75

Error Messages............................................ E76 File Names .................................................... E79 Optional Accessories ................................ E80

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Technical Notes and Index.................. F1 Caring for the Product ................................. F2

The Camera............................................................ F2 Batteries.................................................................... F4 Memory Cards...................................................... F6

Cleaning and Storage................................... F7 Cleaning................................................................... F7 Storage ..................................................................... F7

Troubleshooting ............................................ F8 Specifications ............................................... F15

Approved Memory Cards........................... F19 Index................................................................ F21

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Parts of the Camera The Camera Body

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1 Shutter-release button.................................... 13

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Zoom control........................................................ 14 f : wide-angle............................................... 14 g : telephoto.................................................. 14 h : thumbnail playback...........16, E24 i : playback zoom......................16, E23 j : help ........................................................E4

3 Power switch/power-on lamp...................... 8

4 Self-timer lamp.............................................E14 AF-assist illuminator..................................E69

5 Flash ........................................................... 19, E11

6 Microphone...................................................E38

7 Lens cover

8 Lens

9 Power connector cover (for connection with optional AC adapter) ....................E80

10 Eyelet for camera strap...................................... iii

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2 Speaker .............................................................E40

3 Flash lamp.......................................................E13

4 b (e movie-record) button.....22, E38

5 A (shooting mode) button ...............................20, E3, E4, E8, E10

6 c (playback) button....................................... 16

7 Multi selector......................................................... 24

8 k (apply selection) button..........................24

9 d (menu) button ..........................................24

10 l (delete) button...............................................17

11 Battery-chamber/ memory card slot cover.....................................6

12 USB/audio/video output connector.......26

13 Connector cover..................................................26

14 Tripod socket ..................................................F17

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The information that is displayed changes depending on the cameras settings and state of use. By default, information is displayed when the camera is first turned on and when you operate the camera, and turns off after a few seconds (when Photo info is set to Auto info in Monitor settings (A 24, E63) in the setup menu).

Shooting Mode

The Monitor

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1 Shooting mode.................................................... 20

2 Macro mode ..........................................19, E15

3 Zoom indicator ....................................14, E15

4 Focus indicator..................................................... 13

5 Flash mode.............................................19, E11

6 Eye-Fi communication indicator ......E73

7 Battery level indicator ...................................... 10

8 Electronic VR icon.......................................E66

9 Print date .........................................................E65

10 Motion detection icon ............................E68

11 Date not set indicator......................8, E61

12 Travel destination icon............................E61

13 Movie options...............................................E58

14 Movie recording time remaining ........................................................................22, E38

15 Image mode ..................................................E43

16 Number of exposures remaining (still images) ........................................................... 10

17 Internal memory indicator ............................10

18 Aperture value ......................................................14

19 Shutter speed........................................................14

20 Focus area................................................................13

21 Focus area (face detection, pet detection) ........................... 13, E7, E8

22 ISO sensitivity..................................................F12

23 Exposure compensation value... 19, E16

24 Color options................................................E48

25 Skin softening...............................................E49

26 White balance mode ...............................E45

27 Continuous shooting mode .................................................................E7, E47

28 Blink proof icon ...........................................E50

29 Self-timer indicator ........................... 19, E14

30 Smile timer .....................................................E49

31 Pet portrait auto release ...........................E7

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Playback Mode

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2 Battery level indicator ...................................... 10

3 Protect icon....................................................E54

4 Eye-Fi communication indicator ......E73

5 Small picture icon ......................................E29

6 Crop icon ........................................E23, E30

7 Print order icon ............................................E51

8 Image mode ..................................................E43

9 Movie options.......................................22, E58

10 (a) Current image number/

total number of images (b) Movie length

11 Internal memory indicator ...............................7

12 Movie playback guide..................... 22, E40

13 Volume indicator........................................E40

14 D-Lighting icon ...........................................E26

15 Glamour retouch icon.............................E27

16 File number and type..............................E79

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Preparing for Shooting

1 Open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover. Hold the camera upside down to prevent the batteries from

falling out.

2 Insert the batteries and memory card. Confirm that the positive (+) and

negative () battery terminals are oriented correctly and insert the batteries.

Confirm the correct orientation and slide the memory card in until it clicks into place.

B Be Careful to Insert the Memory Card in Correct Direction

Inserting the memory card upside down or backwards could damage the camera and the memory card.

3 Close the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover.

Applicable Batteries Two LR6/L40 (AA-size) alkaline batteries (included batteries) Two FR6/L91 (AA-size) lithium batteries Two EN-MH2 rechargeable Ni-MH (nickel metal hydride) batteries

Insert the Batteries and Memory Card

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Preparing for Shooting B Notes About the Batteries Do not combine old and new batteries or batteries of different makes or types. Batteries with the following defects cannot be used:

B Formatting Memory Cards The first time you insert a memory card that has been used in another device into this camera, make sure to format it with this camera. Insert the card into the camera, press the d button, and select Format card (A 24, E71) in the setup menu.

Removing the Batteries or Memory Card Turn the camera off and make sure that the power-on lamp and the monitor have turned off, and then open the battery-chamber/ memory card slot cover. Gently push the memory card into the camera (1) to partially eject the card (2).

B High Temperature Caution The camera, batteries, and memory card may be hot immediately after using the camera.

Internal Memory and Memory Cards Camera data, including images and movies, can be saved either in the cameras internal memory or on a memory card. To use the cameras internal memory, first remove the memory card.

Batteries with insulation that does not cover the area around the negative terminal

Batteries with peeling Batteries with a flat negative terminal

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When the camera is turned on for the first time, the language-selection screen and the date and time setting screen for the camera clock are displayed. If you exit without setting the date and time, O will flash when the shooting screen is

displayed.

1 Press the power switch to turn on the camera. The monitor turns on when the camera is turned on. To turn the camera off, press the power switch again.

2 Use the multi selector HI to select the desired language and press the k button.

3 Use HI to select Yes and press the k button.

Turn the Camera On and Set the Display Language, Date, and Time

Cancel

Language

Cancel

Time zone and date

Yes

No

Choose t ime zone and set date and t ime?

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Preparing for Shooting 4 Use JK to select your home time

zone and press the k button. Press H to turn on daylight saving time

(W is displayed above the map). Press I to turn it off.

5 Use HI to select the date format and press the k button.

6 Set the date and time, and press the k button. Use JK to select a field and then use HI to set the date

and time. Select the minute field and press the k button to confirm

the setting.

7 When the confirmation screen is displayed, use HI to select Yes and press the k button.

8 Press the A (shooting mode) button.

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Date and t ime

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Press this button in shoot ing mode for shoot ing-mode selec t ion menu.

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9 Use HI to select Easy auto mode and press the k button.

The camera enters the shooting mode and you can take images in Easy auto mode.

While shooting, you can check the battery level indicator and the number of exposures remaining. - Battery level indicator

b: The battery level is high. B: The battery level is low. Prepare to replace the batteries.

- Number of exposures remaining The number of images that can be taken is displayed. C is displayed when no memory card is inserted in the camera, and images are saved in the internal memory.

Easy auto mode

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Shooting screen

Number of exposures remaining

Battery level indicator

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Preparing for Shooting C The Auto Off Function If you do not operate the camera for about 30 seconds, the monitor turns off, the camera enters

standby mode, and the power-on lamp flashes. The camera turns off after about three minutes in standby mode.

The amount of time until the camera enters standby mode can be changed using the Auto off setting (A 24, E70) in the setup menu.

While the camera is in standby mode, the monitor turns back on if you perform any of the following operations: Press the power switch, shutter-release button, A (shooting mode) button, c (playback)

button, or b (e movie-record) button

C Changing the Language Setting and the Date and Time Setting You can change these settings using the Language and Time zone and date settings in the z setup menu (A 24).

You can enable or disable daylight saving time in the z setup menu by selecting Time zone and date followed by Time zone. Press the multi selector K and then H to enable daylight saving time and move the clock forward one hour, or I to disable daylight saving time and move the clock back one hour.

C The Clock Battery The cameras clock is powered by a built-in backup battery. The backup battery is charged when

the main batteries are inserted into the camera or when the camera is connected to an optional AC adapter, and it can run the clock for several days after about ten hours of charging.

If the cameras backup battery becomes exhausted, the date and time setting screen is displayed when the camera is turned on. Set the date and time again. See step 3 (A 8) of Turn the Camera On and Set the Display Language, Date, and Time for more information.

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Using the Camera

1 Hold the camera steady. Keep fingers and other objects away from the lens, flash,

AF-assist illuminator, microphone, and speaker.

When taking pictures in the tall (portrait) orientation, make sure the flash is above the lens.

2 Frame the picture. Move the zoom control to change the zoom position

(A 14). When the camera automatically determines the scene

mode, the shooting mode icon changes.

Shooting with Easy Auto Mode

Zoom out Zoom in

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era 3 Press the shutter-release button halfway

(A 14). When the subject is in focus, the focus area glows green. Multiple focus areas can glow green. When you are using digital zoom, the camera focuses on

the subject in the center of the frame and the focus area is not displayed. When the camera has focused, the focus indicator (A 3) glows green.

If the focus area or focus indicator flashes, the camera is unable to focus. Modify the composition and try pressing the shutter-release button halfway again.

4 Without lifting your finger, press the shutter- release button the rest of the way down (A 14).

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Using the Zoom When you move the zoom control, the zoom lens position changes. To zoom in closer to the subject: Move toward g

(telephoto) To zoom out and view a larger area: Move toward f

(wide-angle) When you turn the camera on, the zoom moves to the maximum wide-angle position.

A zoom indicator is displayed at the top of the monitor when the zoom control is moved.

Digital zoom, which allows you to further magnify the subject up to approximately 4 the maximum optical zoom ratio, can be activated by moving and holding the zoom control toward g when the camera is zoomed in to the maximum optical zoom position.

C Digital Zoom and Interpolation While using digital zoom, the image quality decreases due to interpolation when the zoom is increased beyond the V position.

The Shutter-release Button

Press halfway

To set focus and exposure (shutter speed and aperture value), press the shutter-release button lightly (halfway) until you feel a slight resistance. Focus and exposure remain locked while the shutter-release button is pressed halfway.

Press all the way

Press the shutter-release button all the way to release the shutter and take an image. Do not use force when pressing the shutter-release button, as this may result in camera shake and blurred images. Press the button gently.

Zoom out Zoom in

Optical zoom

Digital zoom

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era B Notes About Easy Auto Mode Depending upon shooting conditions, the camera may not select the desired scene mode. In this

case, select another shooting mode (E4, E8, E10). When the digital zoom is in effect, the scene mode changes to U.

B Notes About Saving Images and Recording Movies The indicator showing the number of exposures remaining or the indicator showing the maximum movie length flashes while images are being saved or while a movie is being recorded. Do not open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover or remove the batteries or memory card while an indicator is flashing. Doing this could result in loss of data, or in damage to the camera or the memory card.

C When Using a Tripod We recommend using a tripod to stabilize the camera in the following situations. When shooting in dim lighting When shooting with the flash mode (E12) set to W (off) When using the telephoto setting

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1 Press the c (playback) button to enter playback mode. If you press and hold down the c (playback) button while

the camera is