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1. 3 Check the battery level and number of exposures remaining apoy ony yDeqQAe q pue AydesHojoug rISeg Battery Level Monitor Description NO INDICATOR Batteries fully charged T Batteries low prepare to replace the batteries i Cannot shoot Replace with Number of exposures Battery exhausted fresh batteries remaining Number of Exposures Remaining The number of pictures that can be stored depends on the capacity of the memory or memory card image quality and image size BH 78 20 Step 1 Turn the Camera On and Select Auto Mode Indicators Displayed in Auto Mode Vibration reduction icon Vibration reduction can be Shooting mode applied to reduce the effects of EF displayed in auto mode camera shake T Shutter speed T me Internal memory indicator Image quality Image size Pictures will be recorded to internal Current image quality and size memory When memory card is inserted settings are displayed The H is not displayed and pictures will be default settings are recorded to memory card Normal for image quality and 3 264 x 2 448 for image size apow ony yeqAe q pue AydesBojoud DIseg Available Functions in 4 Auto Mode In auto mode focus mode 8H 31 and exposure compensation BH 32 can be applied and the camera can shoot using the flash mode 8M 28 and self timer WH 30 Pressing MENU displays the shooting menu opt
2. 2 Press the shutter release button the rest of the way down The shutter will be released and the picture will be recorded to the memory card or internal memory Q Shutter release Button The camera features a two stage shutter release button To set focus and exposure press the shutter release button halfway stopping when you feel resistance Focus and exposure lock while the shutter release button is held in this position To release the shutter and take a picture press the shutter release button the rest of the way down Do not use force when pressing the shutter release button as this may result in camera shake and blurred pictures Press the shutter Press the shutter release button release button halfway to set the rest of the focus and way down to exposure take a picture Step 3 Focus and Shoot m During Recording While pictures are being recorded the amp wait icon will be displayed or the number of exposures remaining movie length indicator will blink Do not turn the camera off open the battery chamber memory card slot cover or remove or disconnect the power source while these icons are displayed Cutting power or removing the memory card in these circumstances could result in loss of data or in damage to the camera or card Autofocus Autofocus may not perform as expected in the following situations In some rare cases the subject may not be in focus despite the fact that the active focus
3. Cancel MENU Sate 4 Frame the reference object UB Preset manual Measure MENU Perera Reference object frame 5 Press to measure the white balance value The shutter is released and the new white balance value is set No pictures are recorded Note on Preset Manual Regardless of the flash mode selected the flash will not fire when is pressed in step 5 Therefore the camera cannot measure a value for preset manual for when the flash is used Shooting Options The Shooting Menu IS0 ISO Sensitivity Sensitivity is a measure of how quickly the camera reacts to light The higher the sensitivity the less light needed to make an exposure Although a high ISO rating is suited for shooting subjects in action or in poor lighting high sensitivity is often associated with noise randomly spaced brightly colored pixels concentrated in dark parts of the image Auto default setting Sensitivity is ISO 80 under normal conditions when lighting is poor and the flash is off the camera compensates by raising sensitivity to a maximum of ISO 800 note that ISO sensitivity is fixed at 80 in M mode 80 100 200 400 800 1600 2000 Sensitivity will be locked at the specified value At the settings other than Auto the current setting is displayed RH 6 If Auto is selected and the sensitivity is raised above ISO 80 the E D icon will be displayed RH 29 snua dnjas pue yoeqhejlq Huljoous 83 snuay
4. Monitor on photo info displayed Hide info Indicators and photo information are always hidden Press O to switch between monitor and electronic viewfinder display as follows Monitor on photo info not displayed Electronic viewfinder on photo info not displayed Monitor on photo info not displayed Basic Camera Setup The Setup Menu Date Imprint Date and time of recording can be imprinted on pictures This information can be printed even from printers that do not support printing of date and time A 74 Off default setting Date and time are not imprinted on pictures Date Date is imprinted on the bottom right corner of pictures taken while this option is in effect Date and time Date and time are imprinted on the bottom right corner of pictures taken while this option is in effect Date counter Time stamp shows number of days between date of recording and selected date At settings other than Off the icon for the current setting is displayed WH 6 m Date Imprint mprinted dates form a permanent part of image data and cannot be deleted Dates imprinted at an image size setting 8M 77 of LY 640 x 480 may be difficult to read Choose F 1 024 x 768 or larger when using date imprint The date is recorded using the format selected in the setup menu s Date item 8H 16 99 Date cannot be imprinted on pictures taken in certain modes BH 122 Date Imprint and Print Set When printing from DPOF compat
5. 3 Beach snow s ight landscape MENU esa N e 1 125 Fae m Gi Scene Mode Features 2 Portrait Use this mode for portraits in which the main subject stands out clearly Portrait subjects exhibit smooth natural looking skin tones e The camera detects and focuses on a face looking toward the camera Shooting with Face Priority WW 87 e Ifthe camera detects multiple faces the camera focuses on the face closest to the camera e If no face is recognized the camera will focus on the subject in the center focus area e Digital zoom is not available Other settings can be selected lal Landscape Use this mode for vivid landscapes and cityscapes e Camera focuses at infinity While the shutter release button is pressed halfway the focus area or focus indicator glows green Note however that close subjects may not be in focus u 25 BU 104 payns Bunooys Other settings can be selected Icons Used for Descriptions The following icons are used for descriptions in this section 4 flash mode BM 28 self timer 8H 30 focus mode BH 31 4 exposure compensation WH 32 EI AF assist illumination 105 Scene Mode Settings Adjustments to the flash mode setting self timer setting focus mode setting and exposure compensation value applied in any scene mode are cancelled and these settings return to their default values whenever another shooting mode is selected or the ca
6. Camera is not recognized by the computer Computer is not set to launch Nikon Transfer automatically If your computer is running Windows 2000 Professional camera cannot be connected to the computer See the help information contained in Nikon Transfer Memory card contains no pictures Replace memory card Remove memory card to print pictures from internal memory Paper size cannot 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 57 77 18 69 70 SOON Je21UYyIaL 125 SAJON Je21UyY2 L 126 Nikon COOLPIX P60 Digital Camera THEE Compact digital camera Effective 81 milion Image sensor 1 235 in CCD total pixels approx 8 50 million 5x Zoom Nikkor lens Focal length 6 4 32 0mm equivalent with 35mm 135 format picture angle 36 180mm 3 6 4 5 9 elements in 7 groups f number Construction Up to 4x equivalent with 35mm 135 format picture angle approx 720mm Image sensor shift still pictures Electronic movies Contrast detect AF Multi area AF e W 40 cm 1 ft 4 in to T 60 cm 2 ft to e Macro close up mode 10 cm 4 in wide angle zoom position to o0 Face priority auto 9 area automatic selection center manual with 99 focus areas 0 2 in approx 201k dot equivalent CMOS LCD viewfinder Approx
7. Image Quality Choose the amount of compression applied to pictures Lower compression ratios result in higher quality pictures but also larger file sizes limiting the number of pictures that can be recorded FINE Fine Fine quality images compression ratio of 1 4 suitable for enlargement or high quality prints MAL Normal default setting Normal image quality compression of 1 8 suited to most applications snu W dnjas pue Jpeqk ejd Bunooys fc Basic Basic image quality compression of 1 16 suitable for pictures that will be distributed by e mail or used in web pages Image quality is shown by an icon WH 6 7 More Information See Number of Exposures Remaining 8M 78 for more information 76 Shooting Options The Shooting Menu iiu Image Size Choose the size of pictures in pixels for recording Pictures taken at smaller sizes require less memory making them suited to distribution by e mail or the web Conversely the larger the image the larger the size at which it can be printed or displayed without becoming noticeably grainy limiting the number of pictures that can be recorded Option Description gn 3264x2448 c default setting Good balance between file size and quality makes this the best choice in most situations E 2592x1944 EY 2048x1536 8m 5m i 4 1600x1200 Smaller than Y 3264x2448 and 5 2592x1944 for recording more pictures L4 1280x960 F 1024x768 Record pictu
8. ig Image size 3 77 Choose the image size of recorded pictures Optimize image P79 Control contrast sharpness and saturation WH White balance P81 Match white balance to the light source IS ISO sensitivity P83 Control the camera s sensitivity to light Metering fi 84 Choose how the camera meters exposure By Continuous 85 s Select the option to take pictures one at a time in a sequence or with Best 3 Shot Selector BSS H AF area mode W 86 Choose where the camera focuses A D Autofocus mode Bi 88 Choose how the camera focuses E Flash exp comp R 89 3 Adjust flash level 1 Settings can be applied from other shooting menus except the movie menu 2 This setting cannot be set in the high sensitivity menu 3 See the information on restrictions that may apply to these settings 4 90 75 Shooting Options The Shooting Menu Displaying the Shooting Menu and High sensitivity Menu Choose P programmed auto M manual or EA high sensitivity by rotating the mode dial Press MENU to display the shooting menu or high sensitivity menu P Shooting menu Image quality oR Image size 8 b MENU D gt Optimize image A White balance AUN ISO sensitivity AUTO MENU e e The high sensitivity menu is displayed when is selected by the mode dial e To return to the shooting mode from the shooting or high sensitivity menu press MENU or the shutter release button
9. sJa ULd pue siajNndwos suoIsiAaja 0 Hupauuoy 65 SJa ULg pue Sd NdWOD SUOISIAa a L 0 Bupauuoy 66 Connecting to a Computer Using Standard OS Operations to Open Image Sound Files e Navigate to the folder on the computer s hard disk to which pictures were saved and open a picture in the viewer supplied with your operating system e Sound files copied to the computer can be played back using QuickTime or any other WAV compatible audio player Panorama Creation with Panorama Maker e Use a series of pictures taken using the Panorama assist option in scene mode A 40 to create asingle panorama photo with Panorama Maker e Panorama Maker can be installed to a computer using the supplied Software Suite CD After installation is complete follow the procedure described below to start Panorama Maker Windows Open All Programs Programs under Windows 2000 from the Start menu gt ArcSoft Panorama Maker 4 gt Panorama Maker 4 Macintosh Open Applications by selecting Applications from the Go menu and double click the Panorama Maker 4 icon e For more information on using Panorama Maker refer to the on screen instructions and help information contained in Panorama Maker More Information See Image Sound File and Folder Names 8 113 for more information Users of PictBridge compatible 8 128 printers can connect the camera directly to the printer and print pictures without using a computer Take picture
10. 100 vertical and 100 horizontal Focus range from lens Focus area selection Frame coverage shooting mode Frame coverage Approx 100 horizontal and 100 vertical playback mode 2 5 in approx 153k dot TFT LCD with 5 level brightness adjustment Approx 100 horizontal and 100 vertical Frame coverage shooting mode Frame coverage Approx 100 horizontal and 100 vertical playback mode Media e Internal memory approx 12 MB e SD Secure Digital memory cards File system DCF Exif 2 2 and DPOF compliant File formats Compressed JPEG Baseline compliant FINE approx 1 4 NORMAL approx 1 8 BASIC approx 1 16 Movies AVI Sound files WAV Specifications e 3 264 x 2448 8M e 2 592 x 1 944 5M e 2 048 x 1 536 3M e 1 600x 1 200 2M e 1 280 x 960 1 M e 1 024x768 PC e 640 x 480 V e 3 264x 2 176 3 2 e 3 264 x 1 836 16 9 ISO 80 100 200 400 800 1600 2000 Auto auto gain from ISO 80 to 800 Metering 96 segment matrix center weighted spot spot AF area with support for 99 focus areas Exposure control Programmed auto manual exposure compensation 2 0 to 2 0 EV in steps of 1 3 EV Range W 0 7 to 16 7 EV ISO 100 M 1 3 to 17 4 EV Mechanical and charge coupled electronic shutter Speed 1 1200 4s 8s Manual mode Electronically controlled preset aperture and ND filter 0 9 AV selections f Range 2 steps f 3 6 and f
11. 14 18 13 Battery chamber onitor gs ae eae qi Memory Card Slt essen 18 m T fet kA og w Q kan o z 3 O N oO uonnponu uonnponu Parts of the Camera The Monitor The following indicators may appear in the monitor during shooting and playback actual display varies with current camera settings See The IO Button RE 8 for information on switching between the monitor and electronic viewfinder Shooting ERIS SGESEeas 2 3 MFO 1 27 Gia MANSA E AEZAF L 6 AKOO Ge 2 5 Ge 7 WO e I E 10 FNE NORM CRG Shooting mode 20 33 42 43 44 54 Focus mode wd Focus indicato Exposure focus lock Zoom indicator gt Flas NMO Ea aaa Flash indicator Battery level indicato Vibration reduction icon still pictures Date not set indicator Time zone indicator Date imprint date COUNTED 103 tom _ N E Senses Shisha J 179997 139997 Mage S120 panana Re nan 77 ie OPTION ascia 55 a Number of exposures remaining 20 b Movie length nternal memory indicator Aperture mage quality Shutter speed Exposure display SO SONISIEIVILY sisisi Exposure Compensation Flash exposure compensation Self timer indicator mage optimizati
12. 8 108 When the camera is connected to a computer using the supplied USB cable pictures recorded with the camera can be copied transferred to the computer for storage using the Nikon Transfer software Before Connecting the Camera Installing the Software Before connecting the camera to a computer software including Nikon Transfer and Panorama Maker for creating panorama images must be installed from the supplied Software Suite CD For more information on installing the software refer to the Quick Start Guide Operating Systems Compatible with COOLPIX P60 Windows Preinstalled versions of Windows Vista 32 bit Home Basic Home Premium Business Enterprise Ultimate editions Windows XP Service Pack 2 Home Edition Professional If your computer is running Windows 2000 Professional use a card reader or similar device to transfer pictures stored on the memory card to the computer Hi 65 Macintosh Mac OS X versions 10 3 9 and 10 4 11 S14 Ul4d pue S19INdWOD sUOISIAa a 0 HuljdaUUOD Refer to the Nikon website for the latest information on operating system compatibility vV Notes on Power Source e When connecting the camera to a computer or printer use batteries with adequate charge remaining to prevent the camera from turning off unexpectedly e To power the camera continuously for extended periods use an AC Adapter EH 65A available separately from Nikon amp 112 Do not under any circumstances u
13. Date does not appear on movies or pictures 40 54 even when Date imprint is taken in FI Panorama assist scene mode enabled Camera settings reset Backup battery is exhausted all settings were 100 restored to their default values Electronically Controlled Cameras In extremely rare instances unusual characters may appear in the monitor and the camera may stop functioning In most cases this phenomenon is caused by a strong external static charge Turn the camera off remove and replace the batteries then turn the camera on again In the event of continued malfunction contact your retailer or Nikon authorized service 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 affected a v Shooting Problem Cause Solution xsl Camera does not shoot when When camera is in playback mode press 26 shutter release button is or the shutter release button pressed When menus are displayed press MENU 12 Batteries are exhausted 20 Flash is charging 29 Camera cannot focus The intended subject is one with which 25 autofocus does not perform well Set AF assist in the setup menu to Auto 105 AF lamp flickers subject not in focus area 24 86 when shutter release button pressed halfway Focus error Turn camera off and then on 20 again Problem Pict
14. 4 Choose the pictures and number of copies amp Print selection up to nine of each Press the multi selector lt or P to select pictures and press amp or W to set the number of copies for each Pictures selected for printing can be recognized by the check mark amp icon and the numeral indicating the number of copies to be printed The pictures for which no copies have been specified will not be printed Press T Q to switch to full frame playback Press W E to switch back to thumbnail display Press when setting is complete sJa ULd pue siayNdWOD sUOISIAa a 0 Buppauuon 73 SJa ULg pue S4d NdWOD SUOISIAa a L 0 Bupauuoy 74 Creating a DPOF Print Order Print Set 5 Choose whether or not to also print shooting date and photo information Choose Date and press to print date of recording on pe Done all pictures in the print order amp Print set Date Choose Info and press 8 to print photo information Info shutter speed and aperture on all pictures in the print Exit order Choose Done and press to complete the print order and exit Pictures selected for printing are recognized by the 5708 2008 15 30 icon displayed during playback 006 JPE m Notes on Printing Shooting Date and Photo Information When the Date and Info options are enabled in the Print set menu shooting date and photo information are printed on pictures when a DPOF
15. 77 Optimize image 88 79 Custom in Optimize image 8H 80 White balance 8 81 ISO sensitivity 83 Metering 8 84 Continuous 8 85 AF area mode 8 86 Autofocus mode 8 88 Flash exp comp 8 89 Basic Camera Setup The Setup Menu Default value TV movie 640 Single AF On Default value Normal 8 3264x2448 Normal Contrast Auto Image sharpening Auto Saturation Auto Auto Auto Matrix Single Face priority Single AF 0 0 snuayw dnjas pue yeqQAej d Burnooys 109 snuay dnjas pue J2eqk ejd Bunooys 110 Basic Camera Setup The Setup Menu Setup Menu Option Menus 8 97 Welcome screen BM 98 Photo info 4 102 Framing grid W102 Brightness 8 102 Default display 4 102 Date imprint 4 103 Vibration reduction 8 105 AF assist B84 105 Digital zoom 8 106 Button sound 8 106 Shutter sound 8 106 Auto off 8 107 Others Option Paper size BB 69 70 Frame intvl of Slide show BM 93 Default value Text None Show hide info O 4 Monitor Default value Default 35 e Choosing Reset all also clears the current file number 8 113 from the memory Numbering will continue from the lowest number available e To reset file numbering to 0001 delete all pictures WH 94 before selecting Reset all e The following menu settings will remain unaffected when menus are reset with Reset all Shooting menu Preset manual data WH 82 acquired
16. 8 5 W SeltIMER II Can be selected from 10 and 2 second duration Range approx W 0 4 to 5 1 m 1 ft 4 in to 16 ft 8 in ISO sensitivity Auto T 0 6 to 4 0 m 2 ft to 13 ft Flash control TTL auto flash with monitor preflashes Hi Speed USB Data transfer protocol MTP PTP Video output Can be selected from NTSC and PAL Woterminal YY Audio video output digital I O USB Chinese Simplified and Traditional Czech Danish Dutch English Finnish French German Greek Hungarian Indonesian Italian Japanese Korean Norwegian Polish Portuguese Russian Spanish Swedish Thai Turkish Sa ON Je21UY2 L 127 SOON L2lUy2 L 128 Specifications LR6 alkaline AA size battery x 2 supplied ZR6 oxyride AA size battery x 2 available separately FR6 lithium AA size battery x 2 available separately Rechargeable Ni MH Battery EN MH1 x 2 available separately from Nikon e AC Adapter EH 65A available separately from Nikon Approx 190 shots with LR6 alkaline supplied Approx 230 shots with ZR6 oxyride available separately Approx 650 shots with FR6 lithium available separately Approx 350 shots with Rechargeable Ni MH Battery EN MH1 available separately from Nikon Power sources Battery life Dimensions Approx 95 5 x 63 5 x 36 mm 3 8 x 2 5 x 1 4 in WxHxD excluding projections Weight Approx 160 g 5 6 oz without batteries and SD memory card Operating environment
17. DPOF Print Order Print Set MENU Shooting Playback and Setup MENUS uu sssssssccccccccecceceeeeeeceesssessnnsnsnsnsssnnssssnmnsssesssess 75 Shooting Options The Shooting Menu Displaying the Shooting Menu and High sensitivity Menu Image Quali iz Image Size Optimize Image WH White Balance ISD ISO Sensitivi Metering A Continuous HH AF Area Mode Db Autofocus Mode Flash Exp Comp Restrictions on Camera Settings Playback Options The Playback Menu Displaying the Playback Menu Ba Slide Show ff Delete Table of Contents Basic Camera Setup The Setup Menu Displaying the Setup Menu fd Menus l Welcome Screen IOI Monitor Setting Date Imprint VA Vibration Reduction EID AF Assist Digital Zoom Sound Settings Auto Off f Format Memory 4 Format Card bs Language af Video Mode H Reset All amp Battery Type Mt Firmware VersiON aremt oa a a aA E NR 11 TECHN ETAN O ES E E E EEA E ES T AS ET Optional Accessories Approved Memory Cards Image Sound File and Folder Names Caring for the Camera Cleaning Storage Error Messages Troubleshooting Specifications Supported Standards Introduction Thank you for your purchase of a Nikon COOLPIX P60 digital camera This manual was written to help you enjoy taking pictures with your Nikon digital camera Read this manual thoroughly before use and k
18. Enhanced for more vivid colors Moderate for less saturated colors The default setting is Auto snuay dnjas pue J2eq ejd Bunooys v Note on Image Sharpening G Custom am Image sharpening Am Saturation AUN MENU T aig Contrast 0 Normal 1 Low High MENU Sea Image sharpening 0 Normal 1 Low 1 High OF Off MENU pate Saturation 0 Normal 1 Moderate Enhanced MENU fea The effects of image sharpening cannot be previewed during shooting Check results in playback mode 80 Shooting Options The Shooting Menu WB White Balance The color of light reflected from an object varies with the color of the light source The human brain is able to adapt to changes in the color of the light source with he result that white objects appear white whether seen in the shade direct sunlight or under incandescent lighting Digital cameras can mimic this adjustment by processing images according to the color of the light source This is known as white balance For natural coloration choose a white balance setting that matches the light source before shooting Although the default setting Auto can be used under most types of lighting you can apply the white balance setting suited to a particular light source to achieve more accurate results fll Auto White balance automatically adjusted to suit lighting conditions Best choice in most situations default setting PRE P
19. High Sensitivity Shooting MOE sssssssssssssssssessssssssssecsssssssseeesssssssssesessssnneeeees 42 PM Pand M MOS aioe cccsas dats csosctscastsncenstdeusetesosacenssssblabssoiiededbinalienseordecesstbeaqeSleosnsiiorisoeeedenbdtetestes P Programmed Auto Mode M Manual Mode gt More on Playback Viewing Multiple Pictures Thumbnail Playback Taking a Closer Look Playback Zoom Editing Pictures Enhancing Brightness and Contrast D Lighting Creating a Cropped Copy Crop Resizing Pictures Small Picture Voice Memos Recording and Playback Recording Voice Memos Playing Voice Memos k Deleting Voice MEMOS eiesaecizats sissies ci stzagseesastecteieceisensheeseudeandshetvatsbeteinces a uA WR Movies Recording Movies The Movie Menu Selecting Movie Options Autofocus Mode Electronic VR Movie Playback Deleting Movie File viii Table of Contents GW Voice RECOPINGS esscssssssssssssssssssessnsssesssssesssssssesnassssssessssssesseeseusssseesassseesuassseesassseesnasseee Making Voice Recordings Playing Voice Recordings Deleting Sound Files Copying Voice Recordings Connecting to Televisions Computers and Printers Connecting to a TV Connecting to a Computer Before Connecting the Camera Transferring Pictures from the Camera to a Computer Connecting to a Printer Connecting the Camera and Printer Printing Pictures One at a Time Printing Multiple Pictures Creating a
20. Jen1Uyde 120 Error Messages Display On Printer error check printer status On Printer error check paper On Printer error paper On Printer error out of paper On Printer error check ink On Printer error out of ink On Printer error file corrupt x Running out of ink or printer error Specified size of paper is not loaded in printer Paper has jammed in the printer o paper is loaded in printer nk error nk cartridge is empty An error caused by the image file has occurred Check printer After checking the ink or solving the problem select Resume and press to resume printing Load the specified paper select Resume and press to resume printing Eject the jammed paper select Resume and press to resume printing Load the specified paper select Resume and press to resume printing Check ink select Resume and press to resume printing Replace ink select Resume and press to resume printing Select Cancel and press to cancel printing See the documentation provided with your printer for further guidance and information If the camera fails to function as expected check the list of common problems below before consulting your retailer or Nikon authorized service representative Refer to the page numbers in the right most column for more information Display Settings and Power Supply
21. Problem Cause Solution xy File cannot be played back File was overwritten or renamed by computer or z other make of camera Cannot zoom in on picture Playback zoom cannot be used with movies small pictures or pictures that have been cropped to below 320 x 240 SdJON L2JUY2 L 124 Problem Cannot record or play back voice memo Cannot use D Lighting crop or small picture options Pictures not displayed on television Nikon Transfer does not start when camera is connected Pictures to be printed are not displayed Cannot select paper size with camera Troubleshooting Cause Solution Voice memos cannot be appended to movies Voice memos cannot be appended to pictures taken by other cameras and voice memos recorded by other cameras cannot be played back These options cannot be used with movies The D Lighting crop and small picture options cannot be used with pictures taken when 23 3264x2176 or 3264x1836 is applied in the image size setting Select picture that supports crop D Lighting or small picture Pictures taken with other cameras cannot be edited Other cameras may be unable to play back or transfer to a computer pictures edited with this camera Choose correct video mode Memory card contains no pictures Replace memory card Remove memory card to play back pictures from internal memory Camera is off Batteries are exhausted USB cable is not correctly connected
22. an experienced radio television technician for help Nikon COOLPIX P60 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 user s authority to operate the equipment 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 Notices Notice for customers in Canada CAUTION This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES 003 ATTENTION Cet appareil num rique de la classe B est conforme a la norme NMB 003 du Canada Symbol for Separate Collection in European Countries This symbol indicates that this product is to be collected separately The following apply only to gy users in European countries e This product is designated for separate collection at an appropriate collection point Do not dispose of as household waste e For more information contact the retailer or the local authorities in charge of wa
23. area or focus indicator glows green e Subject is very dark e Objects of sharply differing brightness are included in the scene e g the sun is behind the subject and is in deep shadow e No contrast between the subject and surroundings e g when the subject is standing in front of a white wall wearing a white shirt e Several objects are at different distances from the camera e g the subject is inside a cage e Subject is moving rapidly In the situations noted above try pressing the shutter release button halfway to refocus several times or focus on another subject and use focus lock When using focus lock be sure that the distance between the camera and the subject with which focus was locked is the same as that for the actual subject Focus Lock To focus on an off center subject when Center is selected for AF area mode use focus lock as described below apow ony y2eqAe q pue AydesHojoug rIseg e Be sure that the distance between the camera and the subject does not change while focus is locked e When the shutter release button is pressed halfway exposure is locked Position the subject Press the Confirm that the Continue holding Press the in the center focus shutter focus area is green down the shutter shutter area release release button release button halfway and button the halfway recompose the rest of the picture way down AF assist Illuminator and Flash If the subject is poor
24. at the top of the monitor When FF autofocus is applied fF is only displayed for five seconds tJ If a setting is not applied by pressing within a few seconds the selection will be cancelled Macro Close up Mode n macro close up mode the camera focuses continuously even when the shutter release button is not pressed halfway to lock focus However in E high sensitivity P and M modes the current Autofocus mode setting A 88 will be applied The Focus Mode Setting n auto high sensitivity shooting P and M modes the default setting is AF autofocus The ocus mode applied in auto mode will be restored to its default setting when another shooting mode is selected or the camera is turned off The focus mode applied in scene mode will be restored o its default setting when another shooting mode is selected or the camera is turned off apow ony yoeqAe g pue AydesBojoug rIseg 31 apoy ony yDeqGAe q pue AydesHojoug r1Seg Exposure compensation is used to alter exposure from the value suggested by the camera to make pictures brighter or darker 1 Press 4 exposure compensation The exposure compensation value will be displayed Exposure compensation is not available in M manual mode 2 Press the multi selector A or W to adjust exposure The exposure compensation guide is displayed When the picture is too dark adjust the exposure compensation in the positive direction When t
25. battery charger during ightning storms Failure to observe his 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 flames 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 iii For Your Safety A 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 A Handle moving parts with care Be careful that your fingers or other objects are not pinched by the lens cover or other moving parts A 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 damage the equipment A Observe caution when using the flash Using the flash close to your subject s eyes could cause temporary visual impairment Particular care should be observed if photographing infants when the flash should be no less than one meter 39 in from the subject A Do not operate the flash with the flash window touching a person o
26. cannot be used when voice recordings are played back on computers sBulpsorday 10A 59 SBulpsoray 2210A 60 Press 1 Press gt in the voice recording screen W458 step 3 2 Use the multi selector to choose the desired amp Select sound file sound file and press W 001 15 05 2008 17 30 il The selected sound file will be played back 06 2008 08 00 MENU OZO OK TEEN Operations During Playback Sound file playback Control icons en oe File number 003 26 05 2008 13 00 Playback time Z0R RSV ROn On Index 03 Date and time of recording Length of recording ar Index number Progress indicator Ce volume Use the zoom buttons T Q and W E5 to adjust playback volume Playback controls appear at the top of the monitor Press the multi selector or gt to choose a control then press to perform the selected operation The following operations are available Index To Description Rewind Rewind voice recording Playback resumes when is released Advance Advance voice recording Playback resumes when is released Skip to previous index Skip to previous index Skip to next index Skip to next index u Pause playback Pause The following operations can be performed while playback is paused Resume playback End End playback and return to the sound file selection screen Deleting Sound Files amp Delete Press durin
27. compatible MH 128 printer which supports printing of shooting date and photo information is used e Photo information cannot be printed when the camera is connected directly to a printer via the supplied USB cable for DPOF printing BM 72 e Date and Info are reset each time the print set menu is displayed Deleting All Print Orders Choose Delete print set in step 3 and press 8 Print orders for all pictures will be deleted Note on the Print Set Date Option The date and time printed on pictures with DPOF printing when Date in the print set menu is enabled are those recorded with the picture as it was taken Date and time printed using this option are not affected when the camera s date and time setting are changed from the setup menu after pictures are recorded Date Imprint When date and time of recording are imprinted on pictures using the Date imprint option WH 103 in the setup menu pictures with the date and time imprinted on them can be printed from printers that do not support printing of the date and time on pictures Only the Date imprint date and time on pictures will be printed even if Print set is enabled with Date selected in the print set screen Shooting Playback and Setup Menus The shooting menu of P and M modes and high sensitivity menu of high sensitivity shooting mode contain the following options Image quality W 76 Choose the image quality compression ratio of recorded pictures
28. digital camera and printer industries allowing photographs to be output directly to a printer without connecting the camera to a computer e Symbols AEZAF L 41 Auto mode 20 27 E High sensitivity shooting mode 42 BWR Scene mode 34 amp Portrait 35 laa Landscape 35 Night portrait 36 SET UP Setup mode 96 WR Movie mode 54 55 M manual mode 44 P programmed auto mode 43 apply selection button 5 5 Audio playback mode 60 T delete button 26 4 Exposure compensation 32 Help 5 13 MENU button 12 IOl monitor button 5 8 gt playback button 26 Q Playback zoom 48 51 amp Self timer 30 T tele 22 W wide 22 Ei Thumbnail playback 47 amp Voice recording mode 58 VE Vibration reduction 21 105 X Wait icon 25 117 A Accessories 112 AE AE L 41 AF area mode 86 AF assist 105 AF assist illuminator 4 25 105 Alkaline batteries 14 15 111 Audio video cable 62 Auto off 107 Autofocus 31 Auto focus mode 56 88 AVI 113 AV out connect 62 B Backlight K 39 Backlit subjects 28 39 Batteries alkaline 14 15 111 lithium 14 111 oxyride 14 111 rechargeable 14 111 112 Battery charger 112 Battery level indicator 20 Battery type 15 111 Battery chamber memory card slot cover 5 Beach snow 4 36 Best shot selector 38 85 Blur 123 Brightness 102 C Cable connector 4 62 64 68 Cleaning Body 116 Lens 116 Monitor 116 Close up 8 38 Close up 31 Co
29. dnjas pue yeqQAej d Bunooys 84 Shooting Options The Shooting Menu Metering Choose how the camera meters exposure Matrix default setting Camera sets exposure for entire frame Recommended in most situations Center weighted Camera meters entire frame but assigns greatest weight to subject in center of frame Classic meter for portraits preserves background details while letting lighting conditions at center of frame determine exposure Can be used with focus lock 8H 25 to meter off center subjects Spot Camera meters area shown by circle in center of frame Ensures that subject in metering target is correctly exposed even if background is much lighter or darker Can be used with focus lock GH 25 to meter off center subjects Spot AF area Camera meters selected focus area PY 86 Available only when a setting other than Center is selected for AF area mode m Note on Metering When the digital zoom ratio is between 1 2x and 1 8x Metering is set to Center weighted When the digital zoom ratio is between 2 0x and 4 0x Metering is set to Spot When digital zoom is in effect the metered area is not shown Metering Area The active metering area is displayed in the monitor when Center weighted or Spot is selected Spot fe Center weighted N E 1 125 Fae GI Shooting Options The Shooting Menu Ol Continuous Capture motion in a series of pictures and apply Best Shot Selector BSS
30. for White balance Setup menu Date 99 Date counter 104 Language E 108 Video mode amp amp 108 and Battery type 111 Basic Camera Setup The Setup Menu Battery Type To ensure that the camera shows the correct battery level BH 20 choose the type that matches the batteries currently in use Alkaline default setting LR6 alkaline AA size batteries Two EN MH1 Rechargeable Ni MH Batteries available separately from Nikon ZR6 oxyride AA size batteries COOLPIX Ni MH Lithium FR6 lithium AA size batteries Ver Firmware Version View the current camera firmware version COOLPIX P60 Ver X X snuaw dnjas pue ydeqAe q Burzooys 117 SdJON L2lUY2 L 112 Technical Notes Rechargeable battery Two EN MH1 Rechargeable Ni MH Batteries EN MH1 B2 Battery charger Battery Charger MH 71 AC Adapter EH 65A connects as shown AC adapter Ensure that the power connector cord passes through the opening before closing the battery chamber memory card slot cover Failure to observe this precaution could cause damage to the battery chamber memory card slot cover The AC Adapter EH 62B cannot be used with the camera USB Cable UC E6 Audio Video Cable EG CP14 USB cable A V cable Approved Memory Cards The following memory cards have been tested and approved for use in the COOLPIX P60 All cards of the designated make and capacity can be used regardless
31. for batteries on pages iii and the section Caring for the Camera 115 T Do not combine old and new batteries or batteries of different makes or types 4 Nn e Batteries with the following defects cannot be used i T a E Batteries with peeling Batteries with insulation Batteries with a flat that does not cover the negative terminal area around the negative terminal m Battery Type To improve battery performance select the type of battery currently inserted in the camera in the setup menu The default setting is Alkaline When any other type of battery is used turn the camera on and change the setting WH 111 Alkaline Batteries Performance of alkaline batteries may vary greatly depending on the manufacturer Choose a reliable brand AC Adapter The AC Adapter EH 65A available separately from Nikon can be used to power the COOLPIX P60 from an electrical outlet 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 Auto Power Off in Shooting Mode Standby Mode The monitor will dim to reduce the drain on the batteries if no operations are performed for about five 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 30 seconds during shooting and playback The camera will
32. from falling out 2 Insert the memory card Slide the memory card in correctly until it clicks into place Close the battery chamber memory card slot cover m Inserting Memory Cards Inserting the memory card upside down or backwards could damage the camera or the memory card Make sure that the memory card is correctly oriented Inserting Memory Cards Removing Memory Cards Before removing memory cards turn the camera off and confirm that the power on lamp and monitor are off Open the battery chamber memory card slot cover and press the card in to partially eject the card The card can then be removed by hand sdays 3sul4 v Formatting Memory Cards If the message at right is displayed the memory card must be enoed formatted before use 8H 107 Note that formatting permanently Format card deletes all pictures and other data on the memory card Be sure to make copies of any pictures you wish to keep before formatting the No memory card E o Use the multi selector to choose Yes and press A confirmation dialog is displayed To start formatting choose Format and press W Do not turn the camera off or open the battery chamber memory card slot cover until formatting is complete e The first time you insert the memory cards used in other devices into the COOLPIX P60 be sure to format them SM 107 with this camera m The Write Protect Switch SD memory cards are equipped wi
33. more information 55 SaIAO W The Movie Menu Autofocus Mode Choose how the camera focuses in movie mode Option Description Camera focuses when shutter release button is pressed halfway E Single AF and locks at this position during shooting default setting Camera focuses continuously until focus is acquired and locked To prevent sound of camera focusing from interfering with Full time AF recording use of Single AF is recommended Electronic VR Enable or disable electronic VR for movie recording Option Description On i F Reduce the effects of camera shake in all movie modes default setting OFF Off Electronic VR is not enabled At settings other than Off the electronic vibration reduction icon is displayed WH 6 Setting for Electronic VR When TV movie 640 or Small size 320 is selected for Movie options 8 55 or Full time AF for Autofocus mode Electronic VR is set to Off Selecting TV movie 640 or Small size 320 for Movie options or selecting Single AF for Autofocus mode restores the original Electronic VR setting 56 In full frame playback mode 8 26 movies are recognized by movie options 84 55 icons To play a 0010 Awd movie display it in full frame playback mode and press MO 1 Use the zoom buttons T Q and W E to adjust m A playback volume mm Pausing Press the multi selector lt or P to choose a control at o 0p the top of the monitor then pres
34. not displayed COOLPIX Displays a welcome screen Select an image Select a picture in the internal memory or on the memory card for the welcome screen Choose a picture in the picture selection screen M4 92 and press W As the selected image is stored in the camera the image will appear in the welcome screen even if the original picture is deleted Pictures taken at an Image size setting WH 77 of E 3264x2176 or 83 3264x1836 and copies created at a size of 320 x 240 or smaller using the crop 851 or small picture WH 52 function cannot be used Basic Camera Setup The Setup Menu Date Set the camera clock and choose home and travel destination time zones Date Set camera clock to current date and time See steps 6 and 7 of the section Setting Display Language Date and Time 17 for more information Time zone fi home time zone can be specified and daylight saving enabled or disabled from Time zone options When destination time zone is selected the time difference BH 101 is automatically calculated and the date and time in the selected region are recorded Useful when travelling Setting Travel Destination Time Zone 1 Use the multi selector to choose Time zone and press The time zone menu is displayed 2 Choose gt and press The date and time displayed changes according to the region currently selected If daylight saving time is in effect use the multi selector to
35. of speed SanDisk 128 MB 256 MB 512 MB 1 GB 2 GB 4 GB Toshiba 128 MB 256 MB 512 MB 1 GB 2 GB 4 GB Panasonic 128 MB 256 MB 512 MB 1 GB 2 GB 4 GB 1 Ifthe memory card will be used with a card reader or similar device check that device supports 2 GB cards 2 S SDHC compliant If the memory card will be used with a card reader or similar device check that device supports SDHC Operation is not guaranteed with other makes of card Contact the manufacturer for details on the above cards Pictures movies voice memos and voice recordings are assigned file names as follows DSCN0001 JPG JI l Identifier not shown on camera monitor Original still pictures voice Extension signifies the file type memo attachment included DSCN Still pictures JPG movies voice recordings Movies WI Cropped copies voice memo 7 Voice memos attachment included RSCN WAV F 3 Voice recordings Small copies voice memo attachment included SSCN File number assigned automatically in DLE nme IS Me veies FSCN ascending order starting with 0001 memo attachment included e Files are stored in folders named with a folder number followed by a five character identifier P_ plus a three digit sequence number for pictures taken using panorama assist e g 101P_001 R 40 SOUND for voice recordings e g 101SOUND Raf 58 and NIKON for all other pictures e g TO
36. or move cursor down With Playback Choose the previous picture 15 05 2000 15 30 mna JPG Choose the next picture With Menu Screens Move cursor up Display sub menu or move apply P Shooting menu selection right Image quality Return to the Image size j o Optimize image previous menu 4 White balance T EVO ISO sensitivity AUN v Exit ii Apply selection Move cursor down Note on the Multi Selector In the manual the button indicating up down left and right of the multi selector is shown as A V danda uonnpoanu uolnpou 12 Basic Operations The MENU Button Press MENU to display the menu for the selected mode Use the multi selector to navigate the menus 8 11 Optimize image MENU Displayed when White balance more menu items to follow The selected option B Displayed when the menu contains two or more pages H AF area mode Displayed when O z 91 Face priority there are more fm Auto previous menu Manua items olen MENU Peat Press or the multi selector Press or the multi P to proceed to the selector to apply next set of options selection Help Displays Basic Operations Press T when P is displayed at the lower right of the menu screen to view a description of the currently selected menu option To return to the origina TT A CD menu press T again
37. recognized the camera automatically selects the focus area one of nine containing the subject closest to the camera See AF area mode 8 86 and Shooting with Face Priority WH 87 for more information about face priority mM Notes on High Sensitivity Shooting Mode e This mode reduces effects of camera shake even for shooting under low lighting however when shooting without the flash use of a tripod is recommended Set Vibration reduction 105 to Off when using a tripod e Pictures taken in this mode may become somewhat grainy e Focus may not be precisely fixed in extremely dark places e When shooting under low lighting processing to reduce noise may be performed automatically except when Continuous BSS or Multi shot 16 is selected for Continuous increasing the time required to save pictures e When shooting poorly lit subjects with Continuous BSS or Multi shot 16 selected slower shutter speeds may not be available Options Available in High Sensitivity Shooting Mode e Settings can be changed for flash mode B 28 self timer WH 30 focus mode 8H 31 and exposure compensation BH 32 e Pressing MENU in high sensitivity shooting mode allows you to change the settings for all options in shooting menu except ISO sensitivity 8 75 P and M Modes The camera automatically sets shutter speed and aperture Adjust shooting menu settings such as white balance and ISO sensitivity as well as t
38. transfer important pictures to a computer before formatting e Do not turn the camera off disconnect the AC adapter or open the battery chamber memory card slot cover during formatting e The first time you insert the memory cards used in other devices into the COOLPIX P60 format them with this camera snua dnjas pue y eqkejd Huljoous 107 snuayw dnjas pue yeqAej d Bunooys 108 Basic Camera Setup The Setup Menu ws Language Choose one of 23 languages for display of camera menus and messages e tina Czech Polski Polish Dansk Danish Portugu s Portuguese Deutsch German Pycckn Russian English default setting Suomi Finnish Espa ol Spanish Svenska Swedish EAAnvika Greek T rk e Turkish Fran ais French Hick Simplified Chinese Indonesia Indonesian ICH Traditional Chinese Italiano Italian Aa Japanese Magyar Hungarian 2 Korean Nederlands Dutch ninina Thai Norsk Norwegian af Video Mode Adjust settings for connection to TV Choose NTSC or PAL Reset All When Reset is selected the camera s settings will be restored to their default values Pop up Menu Option Default value Flash mode BM 28 Auto Self timer 30 Off Focus mode 8 31 Autofocus Exposure compensation W 32 0 0 Scene Mode Option Default value Scene menu 88 33 Party indoor Movie Menu Option Movie options A 55 Autofocus mode A 56 Electronic VR WH 56 Shooting Menu Option Image quality WH 76 Image size 4
39. zoom Sound settings Adjust sound settings Auto off Set time before camera enters standby mode Format memory Format card Format internal memory or memory card Language Choose the language used for camera monitor Video mode Adjust settings for connection to TV Reset all Restore camera settings to default values Battery type Choose type of batteries inserted in camera Firmware version Display camera firmware version 97 W938 99 W102 W103 105 105 W106 W106 W107 W107 W108 W108 W108 Win Win Basic Camera Setup The Setup Menu Displaying the Setup Menu Rotate the mode dial to SET UP Set up m Stel Welcome screen Date Monitor settings Date imprint e Use the multi selector to choose and apply settings BW 11 e To exit the setup menu rotate the mode dial to another mode few Menus Select a format for menu display Text default setting Text labels for menus are displayed in list format Welcome screen Date Monitor settings Date imprint Icons All menu items can be displayed in a single page Menu name snuaw dnjas pue y2eqkejq Burrooys pare 4 E 97 snuay dnjas pue J2eqk ejd Bunooys 98 Basic Camera Setup The Setup Menu l Welcome Screen You can select the welcome screen to be displayed when the camera is turned on None default setting Welcome screen is
40. 4 MENU esa SJa ULg pue S4d NdWOD SUOISIAa a 0 Bupauuoy 69 S19 UL pue S4d NdWOD SUOISIAa A L 0 BuI UUOD Connecting to a Printer 6 Choose Start print and press M PictBridge Start print Copies Paper size MENU Tepe 7 Printing starts Monitor display returns to that shown in step 1 when printing is complete Beinfind 0027004 K Cancel To cancel before all copies have been printed press Current print total number of prints Printing Multiple Pictures After connecting the camera to the printer correctly 8 68 print pictures by following the procedure below 1 When the print selection screen is displayed press MENU The print menu is displayed 2 Use the multi selector to choose Paper size AC Piintmena and press Print selection Print all image DPOF printing MENU Tepe To exit to the print menu press MENU 3 Choose the desired paper size and press W A aE To specify paper size using printer settings choose NA Default Default in the paper size menu 3 5 x 5 in 5x 7in 100 x 150mm A4 MENU Pepe Connecting to a Printer 4 Choose Print selection Print all images or A Printen DPOF printing and press Print all image DPOF printing Paper size MENU ISO Print selection Choose the pictures and number of copies up A Print selection o nine of each z Press the multi selector lt or P to select KELA pictures and press or W to s
41. 8 54 105 35 40 SdION yen1Uyda 123 Troubleshooting Problem Cause Solution Pictures appear smeared Lens is dirty Clean lens Colors are unnatural White balance setting is not appropriate for light source Randomly spaced bright pixels Shutter speed too slow Noise can be reduced by noise appear in image Using flash Specifying a lower ISO sensitivity setting Choosing scene mode with noise reduction Pictures are too dark Flash is off underexposed Flash window is blocked Subject is beyond flash range Adjust exposure compensation Apply high sensitivity shooting mode or raise he ISO sensitivity Subject is backlit Select 4 Backlight scene mode or use fill flash Pictures are too bright overexposed Adjust exposure compensation Unexpected results when flash When or fill flash with slow sync and red set to auto with red eye eye reduction available in Gd Night portrait reduction scene mode is applied during shooting In Camera Red Eye Fix may in very rare cases be applied to areas not affected by red eye Select a flash mode other than when taking pictures in a shooting mode other than Hal Night portrait scene mode The camera makes a sound Pressing the shutter release button halfway may when the shutter release activate vibration reduction The sound of button is pressed halfway vibration reduction operation is sometimes noticeable Playback
42. Image quality Choose from 3 image quality settings which govern compression file size MN Exit ElBack uonnponu sdays 3sul4 14 1 Open the battery chamber memory card slot cover Hold the camera upside down to prevent the batteries from falling out N Insert the batteries Insert the batteries correctly as shown at right 3 Close the battery chamber memory card slot cover Supported Batteries This camera uses the following batteries e Two LR6 alkaline AA size batteries supplied e Two ZR6 oxyride AA size batteries available separately e Two FR6 lithium AA size batteries available separately e Two EN MH1 Rechargeable Ni MH Batteries available separately from Nikon Turning On and Off the Camera To turn on the camera press the power switch The power on lamp green will light for a moment and the monitor will turn on LO To turn off the camera press the power switch again OFF a When the camera is turned off both the power on lamp and monitor will turn off e Ifthe camera is turned off hold down gt to turn the camera on in playback mode BH 26 Inserting Batteries v Replacing Batteries Turn the camera off and make sure that the power on lamp and monitor are off before opening the battery chamber memory card slot cover to remove or insert batteries m Additional Precautions Regarding Batteries e Read and follow the warnings
43. Nikon DIGITAL CAMERA COOLPIX P60 User s Manual Trademark Information e Microsoft and Windows Vista are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and or other countries e Macintosh Mac OS and QuickTime are trademarks of Apple Inc e Adobe and Acrobat are registered trademarks of Adobe Systems Inc e The SD logo is a trademark of the SD Card Association e PictBridge is a trademark e 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 Introduction First Steps oa Basic Photography and Playback Auto Mode Zl Shooting Suited for the Scene SCENE 3 a High Sensitivity Shooting Mode PM P and M Modes P More on Playback 7 Movies amp Voice Recordings Connecting to Televisions Computers and Printers MENU Shooting Playback and Setup Menus Technical Notes 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
44. ONIKON When the number of files within a folder reaches 9999 a new folder will be created File numbers will be assigned automatically starting with 0001 Files copied using Copy gt Selected images or Copy sound files gt Selected files are copied to the current folder where they are assigned new file numbers in ascending order starting from the largest file number in memory Copy gt All images and Copy sound files gt Copy all files copy all folders from the source medium file names do not change but new folder numbers are assigned in ascending order starting from the largest folder number on the destination medium B88 61 95 A single folder can hold up to 200 pictures if the current folder already contains 200 pictures a new folder named by adding one to the current folder name will be created the next time a picture is taken If the current folder is numbered 999 and contains 200 pictures or a picture is numbered 9999 no further pictures can be taken until the internal memory or memory card is formatted H 107 or anew memory card is inserted SOON Jed1UYyDa 113 Sd ON Jer1UYyd a 114 To ensure continued enjoyment of this Nikon product observe the following precautions when using or storing the device vV Keep Dry The device will be damaged if immersed in water or subjected to high humidity m Do Not Drop The product may malfunction if subjected to strong shock or vibration m Handle the L
45. Press QW The setting is enabled Done Playback Options The Playback Menu E Slide Show Play back pictures stored in the internal memory or on a memory card one by one in an automated slide show 1 Use the multi selector to choose Start and press To change the interval between pictures choose Frame intvl select the desired interval time and press T before choosing Start To repeat the slide show automatically enable Loop and press before choosing Start The check mark W will be added to the loop option when enabled The slide show begins While the slide show is in progress the following operations can be performed Press the multi selector P to view pictures in the order recorded or to view pictures in reverse order Press and hold to fast forward or to rewind Press to pause the slide show Choose End or Restart When the slide show ends or is paused choose End and press Q to return to the playback menu or choose Restart to play the slide show again m Notes on Slide Show e Only the first frame of movies RM 57 included in slide shows is displayed e Slide shows play for a maximum of 30 minutes even when Loop is selected Bf 107 Gy Slide show Pause M Frame intvl Loop Exit EN a RCSICIAS Frame intvl ES OH ET it snua dnjas pue ydeqhejq Huljoous 93 snuay dnjas pue J2eqk ejd Bunooys 94 Playback Optio
46. Problem Cause Solution Monitor is blank Camera is off Batteries are exhausted Standby mode for saving power press the shutter release button halfway Monitor and electronic viewfinder cannot be used simultaneously Press IO to alternate between displays Wait until flash has charged Camera and computer are connected via USB cable Camera and TV are connected via audio video cable Monitor is hard to read Ambient lighting too bright use electronic viewfinder or move to darker location Adjust monitor brightness Monitor is dirty Clean monitor Monitor has dimmed to save power Monitor brightens when controls are used Camera turns off without Batteries are low warning Camera has turned off automatically to save power Batteries are cold Date and time of recording are Pictures recorded before clock was set and not correct Date not set indicator blinks during shooting will have time stamp of 00 00 0000 00 00 movies and voice recordings will be dated 01 01 2008 00 00 Check camera clock regularly against more accurate timepieces and reset as required No indicators displayed in Shooting data and photo information may be monitor hidden Press O until shooting data or photo information will be displayed SOON Je21UYyr91 121 SdON L2lUY2 L 122 Troubleshooting Problem Cause Solution Date imprint not available Camera clock has not been set 16 99 Date not appearing on pictures
47. Temperature 0 to 40 C 32 to 104 F Humidity Less than 85 no condensation Based on Camera and Imaging Products Association CIPA standards for measuring the life of camera batteries Measured at 23 C 73 F zoom adjusted with each shot flash fired with every other shot image quality set to fat Normal image size set to 81 3264 x 2448 Battery life may vary depending on shooting interval and length of time menus and images are displayed The supplied batteries are for trial use Unless otherwise stated all figures are for a camera with alkaline batteries operated at an ambient temperature of 25 C 77 F m Specifications Nikon will not be held liable for any errors this manual may contain The appearance of this product and its specifications are subject to change without notice Supported Standards e DCF Design Rule for Camera File System is a standard widely used in the digital camera industry to ensure compatibility among different makes of camera e DPOF Digital Print Order Format is an industry wide standard that allows pictures to be printed from print orders stored on the memory card e Exif version 2 2 This camera supports Exif Exchangeable Image File Format r Digital Still Cameras version 2 2 a standard that allows information stored with photographs to be used for optimal color reproduction when images are output from Exif compliant printers e PictBridge A standard developed cooperatively by the
48. When a setting other than Single is selected the flash will be disabled and focus exposure and white balance are fixed at the values for the first picture in each series El Single default setting One picture is taken each time shutter release button is pressed Continuous While the shutter release button is held down up to 4 pictures are taken at a rate of about 2 0 frames per second fps when image quality is set to Nat Normal and image size is set to 84 3264x2448 BS BSS BSS is recommended for shooting under low lighting without the flash with the camera zoomed in or in other situations in which camera shake is likely to blur pictures When Best Shot Selector BSS is enabled the camera shoots up to ten pictures while the shutter release button is held down The sharpest picture picture with the most detail in the series is automatically selected and saved E Multi shot 16 Each time shutter release button is pressed camera shoots Ep mas y r y 16 pictures at about 12 frames per second and arranges Rese reat encore cer them in a single picture with image quality is set to Iripa ther teie hae Normal and image size is set to 1 3264x2448 pote tbe Maed e Hedin f Digital zoom cannot be applied nS wi ate le At settings other than Single the indicator for the current setting is displayed WH 6 m Note on Best Shot Selector BSS may not produce the desired results if the subject moves or the comp
49. ailable SATO i Auto default setting for auto mode Flash fires automatically when lighting is poor Auto with red eye reduction Reduces red eye in portraits WH 29 Off Flash will not fire even when lighting is poor Fill flash Flash fires when a picture is taken Use to fill in illuminate shadows and backlit subjects Slow sync AUTO auto is combined with slow shutter speed Flash illuminates main subject slow shutter speeds are used to capture background at night or under dim light Rear curtain sync Flash fires just before shutter closes creating effect of a stream of light behind moving subjects Setting the Flash Mode 1 Press flash mode The flash menu is displayed in the monitor 2 Use the multi selector to choose the desired flash mode and press W The icon for the selected flash mode is displayed When AUTO auto is applied SAU is only displayed for five seconds If a setting is not applied by pressing within a few seconds the selection will be cancelled Using the Flash m Shooting When Lighting Is Poor and the Flash Is Disabled e Use of a tripod is recommended to stabilize the camera during shooting and avoid the effects of camera shake Set Vibration reduction W 105 to Off when using a tripod to stabilize the camera during shooting The EE symbol is displayed when the camera automatically increases sensitivity to minimize b
50. al zoom Press T Q to zoom in so that the subject fills a larger area of the frame or W H amp M to zoom out increasing the area visible in the frame When the zoom buttons are pressed the zoom indicator is displayed at the top of the monitor display Zoomout Zoomin SE Optical Digital zoom zoom Step 2 Frame a Picture Digital Zoom When the camera is zoomed in to the maximum magnification 5x holding down T Q triggers digital zoom The subject is magnified up to an additional 4x for a total magnification of 20x When digital zoom is in effect the focus area will not be displayed and the camera will focus on the subject in the center focus area T U yT D U T ei W e Optical zoom Digital zoom If possible digital zoom will create a picture by cropping the area visible in the monitor to the current image size BM 77 increasing magnification without affecting quality If the crop would be smaller than the current image size additional pixels are added through a process known as interpolation creating a slightly grainy image dh is displayed below the zoom indicator at the maximum zoom ratio possible before interpolation is applied When zoom is increased beyond this point the zoom indicator turns yellow and interpolation is applied Maximum zoom ratio without interpolation As smaller image size settings 8M 77 are applied d shifts closer to the T Q posit
51. at low intensity before the main flash reducing red eye The camera then analyzes the picture if red eye is detected the affected area will be processed to further reduce red eye before the picture is saved Note that because there is a slight lag between the shutter release button being pressed and he picture being taken this mode is not recommended when a quick shutter response is required The time before the next picture can be taken also increases slightly Advanced red eye reduction may not produce the desired results in all situations In extremely rare instances areas not subject to red eye may be affected by advanced red eye reduction processing in these cases choose another mode and try again apoy ony yDeqGAe q pue AydesHojoyd rISeg 29 The camera is equipped with a ten second and two second timer for self portraits When using the self timer use of a tripod is recommended Set Vibration reduction 105 to Off when using a tripod 1 Press amp self timer The self timer menu is displayed 2 Use the multi selector to choose 10s or 2s and press Q iDe 2 10s ten seconds Suited for important occasions such as weddings SUF 2s two seconds Suited for preventing camera shake The mode selected for self timer is displayed If a setting is not applied by pressing within a few seconds the selection will be cancelled 3 Frame the picture and press the shutter release butt
52. ayed The following settings can be applied from the Monitor settings item 8 102 in the setup menu 8 96 Choose whether to switch between monitor and electronic viewfinder display with photo info displayed or without photo info displayed Show or hide framing guides in shooting mode Choose whether the monitor or the electronic viewfinder display is activated when the camera is turned on Basic Operations With Playback 100NIKON uonnponu 15 05 2008 15 30 ona JPG Monitor on Monitor on Picture and photo info Picture and shooting data displayed displayed see below amp v 15 05 2000 15 30 0004 JPG Electronic viewfinder on Monitor on Picture and photo info Only the picture is displayed displayed Shooting data Shows the folder name file name current frame number total number of frames exposure mode shutter speed aperture exposure compensation ISO sensitivity and histogram for the current picture Shooting data are not displayed if the current picture is a movie e Histogram A graph showing tone distribution The horizontal axis corresponds to pixel brightness with dark tones to the left and bright tones to the right the vertical axis shows number of pixels of each brightness in image Exposure mode P or M 8 43 P is also displayed on pictures taken in auto high sensitivity scene amp portrait laal landscape and Ga night
53. choose Daylight saving and press 8 and then press the multi selector A The time is automatically advanced one hour Date 15 05 2008 11 04 BEIG e Time zone Atel Time zone 15 05 2008 02 04 OME London Casablanca m Daylight saving fe gt Tokyo Seoul m gt snu W dn pue y2eqkejd Burrooys 99 snuayw dnjas pue Jpeqk ejd Bunooys 100 Basic Camera Setup The Setup Menu 3 Press the multi selector P The travel destination menu is displayed 4 Choose the travel destination time zone and press 0 The setting is enabled While the travel destination time zone is selected the icon will be displayed when the camera is in shooting mode m The Clock Battery Time zone 15 05 2008 02 04 OE London Casablanca m Daylight saving EJ Tokyo Seoul i gt Travel distination gt Hawaii Tahiti MENU LEETE Time zone 14 05 2008 16 04 ff London Casablanca m Daylight saving Q Hawaii Tahiti A 0 The clock battery charges when the main batteries are installed or the AC adapter available separately from Nikon is connected and can provide several days of backup power after about ten hours of charging fr Home Time Zone e To switch to the home time zone choose f in step 2 e To change the home time zone choose f in step 2 and perform steps 3 and 4 to set the home time zone Daylight Saving Time e If date and tim
54. computer via a USB hub Connecting to a Computer 5 Transfer pictures when Nikon Transfer has finished loading Click Start Transfer in Nikon Transfer At the default setting all pictures are transferred to the computer Start Transfer button At the Nikon Transfer default settings the folder to which pictures are transferred is automatically opened when transfer is complete For more information on using Nikon Transfer refer to help information contained in Nikon Transfer 6 Disconnect the camera when transfer is complete Turn the camera off and disconnect the USB cable For Users of Windows 2000 Professional Use a card reader or similar device to transfer the pictures stored on the memory card to the computer If the memory card has a capacity greater than 2 GB or is SDHC compliant the intended device must support these features of the memory card e At the Nikon Transfer default settings Nikon Transfer will start automatically when a memory card is inserted into the card reader or similar device See step 5 above to transfer pictures e Do not connect the camera to the computer If the camera is connected to the computer the Found New Hardware Wizard dialog will be displayed Select Cancel close the dialog and disconnect the camera from the computer e To transfer pictures stored in the camera s internal memory to the computer the pictures must first be copied to a memory card using the camera 61 91 95
55. corded in voice recording mode R 58 can be copied using the Copy sound files option 88 61 in audio playback mode Pictures recorded with another make of camera or that have been modified on a computer cannot be copied Edited copies have the same protection marking BH 94 as the original but are not marked for printing BH 73 Memory contains no images Message If there are no pictures stored on the memory card when playback mode is applied the message Memory contains no images will be displayed Press MENU to display the copy option screen and copy the pictures stored in the camera s internal memory to the memory card More Information See Image Sound File and Folder Names BJ 113 for more information snua dnjas pue y eqkejd Huljooys 95 snuaw dnjas pue y eqkejq Huljooyus 96 The setup menu contains the following options lol a c A amp Menus Choose how menus are displayed Welcome screen Select screen displayed when camera is turned on Date Set camera clock and choose home and destination time zones Monitor settings Choose information displayed in the monitor monitor brightness and he default display when the camera is turned on Date imprint mprint date or date counter on pictures Vibration reduction Enable vibration reduction for taking still pictures AF assist Enable or disable AF assist illumination Digital zoom Enable or disable digital
56. dark portions of a picture Enhanced copies are stored as separate files 1 Select the desired picture from full frame 8 26 or thumbnail BY 47 playback mode and press MENU The playback menu is displayed 2 Use the multi selector to choose D Lighting Drean and press En D Lighting The original version will be shown on the left and the g ee edited version will be shown on the right a Delete On Protect 3 Choose OK and press A new copy with enhanced brightness and contrast is created To cancel D Lighting choose Cancel and press 8 D Lighting copies can be recognized by the 4a icon displayed during playback More Information See Image Sound File and Folder Names RJ 113 for more information Editing Pictures Creating a Cropped Copy Crop This function is only available when GMM 3 is displayed in the monitor with playback zoom 8H 48 enabled Cropped copies are stored as separate files 1 Press T Q in full frame playback mode to 7 zoom in on the image 2 Refine copy composition Press T or W to adjust the zoom ratio ae dD co Press the multi selector A W lt or P to scroll the J D picture until only the portion you want to copy is visible in the monitor Name Ja 3 Press MENU TT OTRE 4 Use the multi selector to choose Yes and press fy Save this image as A new picture containing only the
57. darker than the main subject Shooting Suited for the Scene Camera settings are automatically optimized for the selected scene type Some scene types can be selected using only the mode dial while others can easily be selected from the scene menu Mode Dial Scenes Portrait ll Landscape Night portrait Scene Menu Scenes a Ey F k X Party indoor Sports i Backlight Beach snow 8 Close up KI Panorama assist Sunset Mi Museum amp Voice recording i Dusk dawn Fireworks show Night landscape See Voice Recordings WH 58 9UaIS BU 104 payNs Bunooys Image Quality and Image Size When MENU is pressed in a scene mode the scene menu is displayed and the Image quality E 76 and Image size W877 settings can be adjusted Changes made to these settings apply to all shooting modes 33 u 25 AY 104 payns unooys 34 Scene Mode Shooting in Scene Modes amp Portrait al Landscape and F Night Portrait Modes 1 Rotate the mode dial to portrait lal landscape or Bal night portrait 2 Frame the subject and take the picture Other Scene Modes 1 Rotate the mode dial to REH 2 Press MENU to display the scene menu screen choose the desired scene with the multi selector and press 3 Frame the subject and take the picture MENU L Nin E 1 125 Fm 6 im Scene menu E g Party indoor
58. duct off If you are using an AC adapter be sure it is unplugged e Use only the batteries approved for use in this product A 14 Do not combine old and new batteries or e If Nikon rechargeable EN MH1 NiMH batteries are purchased separately charge and use each of them as a set Do not combine batteries from different pairs e Insert batteries in the correct orientation e Do not short or disassemble batteries or attempt to remove or break battery insulation or casing e Do not expose batteries to flame or o excessive heat e Do not immerse in or expose to water e Do not transport or store with metal objects such as necklaces or hairpins e Batteries are prone to leakage when ully discharged To avoid damage o the product be sure to remove he batteries when no charge emains e Discontinue use immediately should you notice any change in the batteries such as discoloration or deformation batteries of different makes or types For Your Safety e f liquid from damaged batteries comes in contact with clothing or skin rinse immediately with plenty of water A Observe the following precautions when handling the Battery Charger MH 71 available separately Keep dry Failure to observe this precaution could result in fire or electric shock Dust on or near the metal parts of he plug should be removed with a dry cloth Continued use could result in fire Do not handle the power cable or go near the
59. e are set when daylight saving time is not in effect Turn Daylight saving on W when daylight saving time begins to automatically advance the camera s clock one hour e If date and time are set with Daylight saving turned on W when daylight saving time is in effect Turn Daylight saving off when daylight saving time ends to automatically set the camera s clock back one hour Time Zones 17 The camera supports the time zones listed below For time differences not listed below set the camera clock to local time 8H 16 99 The table contains some locations that are not displayed on the camera s time zone map UTC Location idway Samoa Hawaii Tahiti Alaska Anchorage PST PDT Los Angeles Seattle Vancouver ST MDT Denver Phoenix La Paz CST CDT Chicago Houston Mexico City EST EDT New York Toronto Lima Caracas Manaus Buenos Aires S o Paulo Fernando de Noronha Azores London Casablanca Basic Camera Setup The Setup Menu UTC Location Madrid Paris Berlin Athens Helsinki Ankara Moscow Nairobi Riyadh Kuwait Manama Abu Dhabi Dubai Islamabad Karachi New Delhi Colombo Dhaka Bangkok Jakarta Beijing Hong Kong Singapore Tokyo Seoul Sydney Guam New Caledonia Auckland Fiji snuayw dnjas pue yeqQAej dq Bunooys 101 snuay dnjas pue yeqQAej d Bunooys 102 Basic Camera Setup The Setup Menu IOl Monitor Setting
60. e the intended brightness exposure is known as adjusting exposure Varying shutter speed allows you to freeze or blur subject movement even while maintaining the same exposure Fast shutter speed 1 1 000 s Slow shutter speed 1 30 s More on Playback Press W EF in full frame playback mode SH 26 to display pictures in contact sheets of thumbnail images The following operations can be performed while thumbnails are displayed To Press the multi selector A W lt or P to choose ii Choose pictures pictures When W Ea is pressed display picture Change number thumbnails in the following order of pictures 4 gt 9 gt 16 displayed When T Q is pressed the number of thumbnails changes reversely Cancel thumbnail playback ae Switch to Press gt or the shutter release button to switch 2 shooting mode to the mode selected with the mode dial y2eq ejd uo ow Thumbnail Playback Mode Display When pictures included in a print set 73 and Protect icon protected pictures 8 94 are displayed in thumbnail playback mode the icons shown at right are displayed with them Print set icon Movies are displayed as film frames Film frames 47 Pressing T Q during full frame playback mode BH 26 enables the quick playback zoom function which zooms the current picture in 3x with the center of the picture displayed The guide at lower right shows whic
61. e vivid Maximizes saturation contrast and sharpness to produce crisp images with sharp outlines G Portrait Lowers contrast while lending natural texture and rounded feel to skin of portrait subjects G Custom Customize image optimization settings 8H 80 G Black and white Shoot photos in black and white At settings other than Normal the indicator for the current optimize image setting is displayed during shooting WH 6 snuayw dnjas pue J2eqkejd Bunooys m Optimize Image At settings other than Custom and Black and white results are optimized for current shooting conditions and vary with exposure and the position of the subject in the frame For consistent results over a series of photographs select Custom and choose a setting other than Auto for Contrast Image sharpening and Saturation 79 Shooting Options The Shooting Menu Customizing Image Enhancement Options Custom Select Custom to make separate adjustments to the following options Contrast Control contrast Higher settings preserve detail in misty landscapes and other low contrast subjects Lower settings prevent loss of detail in highlights under harsh lighting or in direct sunlight The default setting is Auto Image sharpening Choose how much outlines are sharpened Choose high settings for sharp outlines low settings for softer outlines The default setting is Auto Saturation Control the vividness of colors Choose
62. ect Protect selected pictures from accidental deletion Small pic Create a small copy of the current picture Copy Copy files between memory card and internal memory Displaying the Playback Menu Display the playback menu by pressing D gt and pressing MENU B Playback menu 4 Print set gt MENU D Gj Slide show Delete n Protect MENU Pepa O e Use the multi selector to choose and apply settings WW 11 e To exit the playback menu press MENU Bi 94 Bi 94 52 ee 95 snuayw dnjas pue J2eqkejd Bunooys 91 snuayw dnjas pue J2eq ejd Bunooys 92 Playback Options The Playback Menu Selecting Multiple Pictures The picture selection screen as shown at right will be displayed with the following menus Playback menu print set 73 delete RH 94 protect Bf 94 copy BH 95 e Setup menu welcome screen A 98 Follow the procedure described below to select multiple pictures 1 Press the multi selector or to choose the PFP desired picture r n 3 Only one picture can be selected at a time for Welcome screen Press T Q to switch to full frame playback Press W E to switch back to thumbnail display Press A or W to select ON or OFF or the Protect number of copies r When ON is selected a check mark amp is displayed in the ra top left corner of the current picture Repeat steps 1 and 2 to select additional pictures
63. eep it where all those who use the product will read it Symbols and Conventions To make it easier to find the information you need the following symbols and conventions are used 0 uopnponu i lt gt Notations e A Secure Digital SD memory card is referred to as a memory card e The setting at the time of purchase is referred to as the default setting e Unless otherwise specified monitor is used to refer to both the monitor and electronic viewfinder e The names of menu items displayed in the camera monitor and the names of buttons or messages displayed in the computer monitor are indicated in bold Screen Samples In this manual images are sometimes omitted from monitor display samples so that indicators in the monitor can be more clearly shown Illustrations and Screen Display Illustrations and text displays shown in this manual may differ from actual display 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 playback 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 pictures uonnponu Life Long Learning As part of Nikon s Life Long Learning commitment to ongoing product su
64. ens and all Moving Parts with Care Do not apply force to the lens lens cover monitor electronic viewfinder memory card slot or battery chamber These parts are easily damaged Applying force to the lens cover could result in camera malfunction or damage to the lens Should the monitor break care should be taken to avoid injury caused by broken glass and to prevent the liquid crystal from the display touching the skin or entering the eyes or mouth v Do Not Point the Lens at Strong Light Sources for Extended Periods Avoid pointing the lens at the sun or other strong light sources for extended periods when using or storing the camera Intense light may cause deterioration of the CCD image sensor producing a white blur effect in photographs vV Keep Away from Strong Magnetic Fields Do not use or store this device in the vicinity of equipment that generates strong electromagnetic radiation or magnetic fields Strong static charges or the magnetic fields produced by equipment such as radio transmitters could interfere with the monitor damage data stored on the memory card or affect the product s internal circuitry mM Avoid Sudden Changes in Temperature Sudden changes in temperature such as when entering or leaving a heated building on a cold day can cause condensation to form inside the device To prevent condensation place the device in a carrying case or a plastic bag before exposing it to sudden changes in temperature m Turn the P
65. es on subject in center of frame e Use macro close up mode 8M 31 in focus mode with this mode to focus at short ranges e Colored text and drawings may not show up well jo of fel m a oo 1 Other settings can be selected 2 Also amp macro close up can be selected i Backlight Use when light is coming from behind your subject throwing features or details into shadow The flash fires automatically to fill in illuminate shadows e Camera focuses on subject in center of frame Other settings can be selected A For those scene modes with use of a tripod is recommended Set Vibration reduction 8H 105 to Off when using a tripod UaIS BU 104 payns Bunooys 39 u 25 ay 104 payns unooys 40 Scene Mode H Panorama assist Use when taking a series of pictures that will later be joined to form a single panorama using the supplied Panorama Maker software e Camera focuses on subject in center of frame Other settings can be selected Shooting Pictures for a Panorama The camera focuses on the subject in the center of the frame Use a tripod for best results Set Vibration reduction 8 105 to Off when using a tripod to stabilize the camera during shooting 1 Use the multi selector to choose F Panorama assist in the scene menu and press 0 The panorama direction icon D gt is displayed to show the direction in which pictures will be joined 2 Use the
66. et the number of copies for each Pictures selected for printing can be recognized by the check mark amp and the numeral indicating the number of copies to be printed Pictures for which no copies have been specified will not be printed Press T Q to switch to full frame playback Press W ES to switch back to thumbnail display Press when setting is complete The menu shown at right will be displayed To print choose Start print and press W Choose Cancel and press 8 to return to the print menu f Print selection prints Start print Cancel MENU P Print all images All pictures stored in the internal memory or on F 7 f f Print all images the memory card are printed one at a time AAE The menu shown at right will be displayed R To print choose Start print and press W Choose Cancel and press to return to the Start print print menu Cancel MENU PSS S4 Ul4d pue S19INdWOD suUOISIAa a 0 HuljDaUUOD Connecting to a Printer DPOF printing Print pictures for which a print order was ts WE created in Print set o 73 prints The menu shown at right will be displayed To print choose Start print and press W Choose Cancel and press to return to the View images print menu Cancel fK DPOF printing MENU PS To view the current print order choose View images and press To print pictures press again MENU sete 5 Printing starts Moni
67. f automatically Off Disable this function The camera may be unable to focus if lighting is poor snua dnjas pue y eqkejd Huljoous 105 snuay dnjas pue J2eqkejd Bunooys 106 Basic Camera Setup The Setup Menu Digital Zoom Use this setting to control digital zoom operation On default setting Pressing and holding down T Q at the maximum optical zoom position trigger digital zoom Wf 22 Crop Limit digital zoom to the range at which image quality does not suffer off Disable digital zoom except when recording movies m Notes on Digital Zoom e When digital zoom is in effect AF area mode is set to Center WH 86 e Digital zoom is not available in the following situations When amp portrait or Ei night portrait mode is selected When Multi shot 16 is selected for Continuous 88 85 Before movie recording begins however digital zoom of up to 2x can be applied while movies are being recorded e When the digital zoom ratio is between 1 2x and 1 8x Metering is set to Center weighted When the digital zoom ratio is between 2 0x and 4 0x Metering is set to Spot Sound Settings Adjust the following sound settings Button sound Turn button sound on default setting or off When On default setting is selected a beep will sound once when operations are completed successfully twice when the camera acquires focus on the subject and three times when an error is detected Start up sound wi
68. formed for about 30 seconds after voice recording begins the camera s auto off function is enabled and the monitor will turn off SBulpsoray 2210A See Operations During Recording 8 59 for more information sai Scene menu iB Backlight H amp Voice recording 001 15 05 2008 17 Max rec time 00 2 4 Press the shutter release button all the way down a second time to end recording Recording will end automatically if the internal memory or memory card becomes full or after five hours Q More Information 58 See Image Sound File and Folder Names 88 113 for more information Making Voice Recordings Operations During Recording Recording indi Nolcerecoraing Date and time of recording ecording indicator S I Length of recording A Time remaining Index number To Reactivate the monitor Pause resume recording During recording press the multi selector A V do to create index Indexes make it easy to locate desired portions of a recording Start of recording is index number 01 other numbers that follow are assigned in ascending order each time the multi selector is pressed up to index number 98 Create index Press the shutter release button all the way down a End recordin a eling second time to end recording The copied files can be played back using QuickTime or any other WAV compatible audio player Note that index points created with the camera
69. g NR may be processed to reduce noise and therefore take longer to record uUaIS BU 404 payns Bunooys u 25 ay 104 payns unooys Scene Mode Sports Use this mode for dynamic action shots that freeze the action in a single shot and record motion in a series of pictures e Until the shutter release button is pressed halfway to set focus the camera focuses continuously e While the shutter release button is held down the camera shoots at a rate of about 2 0 frames per second fps when image quality is set to Normal and image size is set to 34 3 264 x 2 448 This rate is maintained for up to 4 pictures Focus exposure and white balance are fixed at values determined with the first shot in each series e The maximum frame rate with continuous shooting may vary depending upon the current image mode setting and the memory card used e Slower shutter speed may not be available e Camera focuses on subject in center of frame Other settings can be selected W Close up Photograph flowers insects and other small objects at close range e macro close up is selected for focus mode RH 31 and the camera automatically zooms to the position at the closest distance at which the camera can focus e The camera can focus at distances as close as 10 cm 4 in at the wide angle zoom position at which amp 4 glows green e The closest distance at which the camera can focus varies depending upon zoom positi
70. g playback or after selecting a sound file File will be deleted OK from the select sound file screen A confirmation dialog is displayed To delete the file select Yes and press r To exit without deleting the sound file select No and Yes Copy voice recordings between the internal memory and a memory card This option is available only when a memory card is inserted 1 Press MENU in the select sound file screen 60 step 2 2 Use the multi selector to choose the option and press h gt Copy recordings from internal memory to memory card I a8 Copy recordings from memory card to internal memory 3 Choose the copy option and press Selected files Proceed to step 4 Copy all files Proceed to step 5 sBulpsoday ad10 4 Choose the desired file Press the multi selector P to select the file 2 Press the multi selector P again to cancel the selection Select sound files Multiple files can be selected Press to finalize file selection 005 03 06 2008 08 00 MENU LESA DOSelect 5 When a confirmation dialog is displayed choose Yes and press Copying starts v Voice Recordings The COOLPIX P60 may be unable to play or copy sound files created with cameras other than the COOLPIX P60 No sound file Message If there are no sound files stored on the memory card when gt is pressed 8H 60 step 1 the message No sound file will be displayed Press MENU to display t
71. h portion of the picture is enlarged Press the multi selector A V lt or P to move to other areas of the picture not visible in the monitor The magnification ratio can be changed further by operating the zoom buttons The zoom ratio will be EE displayed in the monitor and can be increased up to 10x a e a Press a Ran Zoom out When the magnification ratio reaches 1x the S monitor returns to full frame playback mode S 2 Viewotherareas AN Press the multi selector amp W or P gt to move of picture AF to areas of the picture not visible in the monitor og 5 a Pe Switch to full Press MENU to crop current picture to contain only Sob igus the portion visible in the monitor Switch to Press gt or the shutter release button to switch shooting mode to the mode selected with the mode dial 48 26 51 26 Use the COOLPIX P60 to edit pictures in camera and store them as separate files WH 113 The editing features described below are available Editing function Description Create a copy of the current picture with enhanced brightness D lighting Hf 50 and contrast brightening dark portions of the picture Enlarge the image or refine the composition and create a copy Crop 51 containing only the portion visible in the monitor Create a small copy of pictures suitable for use on web pages or Sall piewe s2 as e mail attachments Picture Editing e Pic
72. he continuous shooting mode 1 Rotate the mode dial to P m E ies 2 Adjust settings to suit the subject or your creative intent Press MENU and adjust shooting menu settings BH 75 Adjust the flash mode 8 28 self timer WH 30 focus mode BM 31 and exposure compensation R 32 settings 3 Frame the subject and take the picture When a face looking toward the camera is recognized the camera will focus on the face surrounded by a double border by default past When taking pictures of subjects other than people or framing a subject with which no face is recognized the camera automatically selects the focus area one of nine containing the subject closest to the camera See AF area mode 8 86 and Shooting with Face Priority R 87 for more information about face priority sapow W pue d M Noise Reduction When shooting under low lighting processing to reduce noise may be performed automatically except when Continuous BSS or Multi shot 16 is selected for Continuous increasing the time required to save pictures m Note on P Programmed Auto Mode When shooting poorly lit subjects with Continuous BSS or Multi shot 16 selected slower shutter speeds may not be available 43 S POW W pue d 44 Choose this mode to control exposure with manual specification of shutter speed and aperture Adjust shooting menu settings such as white balance and ISO sensitivit
73. he copy sound files screen and copy the sound files stored in the camera s internal memory to the memory card 61 SJa ULg pue S4d NdWOD SUOISIAa a L 0 Bupauuoy 62 Connecting to Televisions Computers and Printers Connect the camera to a television using the supplied audio video cable to play back pictures on the television 1 Turn off the camera ou ga 2 Connect the camera to the TV using the supplied audio video cable Connect the yellow plug to the video in jack on the TV and the white plug to the audio in jack VIDEO AUDIO 3 Tune the television to the video channel See the documentation provided with your television for details 4 Hold down BJ to turn on the camera The camera enters playback mode and pictures recorded to the internal memory or memory card will be displayed on the television While connected to the TV the camera monitor will remain off vV Connecting an Audio Video Cable When connecting the audio video cable be sure that the camera connector is oriented correctly Do not use force when connecting the audio video cable to the camera When disconnecting the audio video cable do not pull the connector at an angle v Video Mode Be sure that the camera s video mode setting conforms to the standard used by your television The video mode setting is an option set in the setup menu Bj 96 gt Video mode
74. he picture is too bright adjust the exposure compensation in the negative direction g J 3 Exposure compensation can be set to values between 2 0 and 2 0 EV 3 Press the shutter release button to take a picture Repeat steps 2 and 3 to take a picture while adjusting exposure compensation values a little at a time 4 Press to finalize the exposure compensation setting When an exposure compensation value other than 0 0 is applied the value is displayed with the icon in the monitor To cancel exposure compensation select 0 0 before pressing or follow steps 1 and 2 to select 0 0 Exposure Compensation Value 1 1 125 Fm BI Switching to another shooting mode or turning the camera off cancels the exposure compensation setting applied in auto or scene mode and returns to 0 0 Using Exposure Compensation The camera tends to lower exposure when the frame is dominated by brightly lit objects and to increase exposure when the frame is mostly dark Positive compensation may therefore be required to capture the brilliancy of very bright objects that fill the frame for example sunlit expanses of water sand or snow or when the background is much brighter than the main subject Negative compensation may be called for when large areas of the frame contain very dark objects for example 32 3 swath of dark green leaves or when the background is much
75. ible printers which support printing of shooting date and photo information the date and information can be printed on pictures without date and time imprinted on them using options in the Print set menu 73 snua dnjas pue y2eqkejd Huljoous 103 Basic Camera Setup The Setup Menu Date Counter Pictures taken while this option is in effect are imprinted with the number of days remaining until or the number of days elapsed since a specified date Use it to track the growth of a child or count down the days until a birthday or wedding Date counter Press to display the stored dates option 17 05 2008 Number of days Press to display the display option Stored dates Up to three dates can be stored To set choose an option press the multi selector P enter a date ia 6 and press ee To lt D a different YAN 17 05 2008 ate choose an option and press K o 03 07 2008 0 Stored dates Display options Choose Number of days Years and days or Yrs El Display options mnths days and press 0 SSS Years and days Yrs mnths days snuay dnjas pue Jpeq ejd Bunooys Sample date counter time stamps are shown below R102 22 05 2000 Two days remaining Two days elapsed 104 Basic Camera Setup The Setup Menu VA Vibration Reduction Enable or disable vibration reduction for shooting still pictures Vibration reduction effectively corrects blur caused by slight hand movement kno
76. igh sensitivity modes the following restrictions on simultaneous use of multiple functions may apply Flash mode Flash mode is disabled when a setting other than Single is selected for Continuous Applied setting is restored when Single is selected for Continuous Self timer If self timer is on only one picture will be taken when shutter is released regardless of a setting chosen for Continuous The applied Continuous setting is restored when picture is taken or self timer is turned off Optimize image Selecting Black and white for Optimize image changes White balance to Auto Selecting an option other than Black and white for Optimize image restores the original White balance setting Continuous Selecting Multi shot 16 changes image quality setting to fa Normal and image size setting to 8 3264x2448 AF area mode When AF area mode is set to Center while Metering is set to Spot AF area the Metering setting will automatically change to Matrix When a setting other than Center is next selected for AF area mode the Metering setting automatically reverts back to Spot AF area The playback menu contains the following options Eh e E D Lighting Copy current picture with enhanced details in shadows Print set Select pictures to print and the number of copies for each Slide show View pictures stored in the internal memory or on a memory card in an automatic slide show Delete Delete all or selected pictures Prot
77. ing Setting the time allowed to elapse before the auto off function is enabled o a longer setting is recommended Q Exposure Lock AEZAF L is displayed to indicate that focus exposure and white balance have been locked at the values applied with the first shot All pictures taken in a panorama series have the same focus exposure and white balance settings LA NORM 8 OkKeEnd m Q Panorama Maker Install Panorama Maker from the supplied Software Suite CD Transfer pictures to a computer WH 63 and use Panorama Maker 8 66 to join them in a single panorama More Information See Image Sound File and Folder Names BJ 113 for more information 9UaIS BU 104 payns Bunooys 41 apow Bunooys Ayaiisuas y61H 42 High Sensitivity Shooting Mode In high sensitivity shooting mode sensitivity is increased when shooting under low lighting to reduce blurring caused by camera shake or subject movement allowing you to capture the atmosphere of the scene ISO sensitivity will be automatically increased to a maximum of 1600 depending upon the brightness of the subject 1 Rotate the mode dial to EB 2 Frame the subject and take the picture When a face looking toward the camera is v recognized the camera will focus on the face Z surrounded by a double border by default M e When taking pictures of subjects other than VRNE e BI people or framing a subject with which no face is
78. ion The degree of zoom available before interpolation is used depends on the option currently selected for image size as shown in the following table The camera pauses temporarily in its zooming operation when it reaches the maximum zoom ratio possible before interpolation is used Interpolation will begin if you continue pressing T Q to further increase the zoom ratio Image size Zoom ratio Image size Zoom ratio En 82 68 5 0x up to the maximum optical a 10 0x digital zoom up to 2 0x Powe zoom ratio Lis 12 0x digital zoom up to 2 4x fh 6 0x digital zoom up to 1 2x P 15 0x digital zoom up to 3 0x EH 7 0x digital zoom up to 1 4x cy 20 0x digital zoom up to 4 0x Digital zoom can be limited to the range at which interpolation is not in effect or it can be turned off BH 106 apow ony yoeqAe q pue AydesHojoug rIseg 23 apoy ony yDeqQAe q pue AydesHojoug rISeg 24 1 Press the shutter release button halfway The camera automatically focuses on the subject in the p gt center focus area When the subject is in focus the focus area will glow green When digital zoom is in effect and the subject is in focus the focus indicator 84 6 will glow green The focus area is not displayed Focus and exposure remain locked while the shutter release button is pressed halfway When the camera is unable to focus the focus area or focus indicator blinks red Change the composition and try again
79. ions for specifying the image quality 76 and image size WH 77 Vibration Reduction Vibration reduction W amp 105 when On default setting is selected can be applied to effectively reduce blur caused by slight hand movement known as camera shake that commonly occurs when shooting with zoom applied or at slow shutter speeds Set Vibration reduction to Off when using a tripod to stabilize the camera during shooting To reduce the effects of camera shake when recording movies enable Electronic VR R 56 from the movie menu 8M 55 Shutter Speed and Aperture Shutter speed and aperture settings adjusted by the camera to suit shooting conditions are displayed In M manual mode W 44 shutter speed and aperture can be specified manually 21 apoy ony yDeqQAe q pue AydesHojoyug rISeg 22 1 Ready the camera Hold the camera steadily in both hands keeping your fingers and other objects away from the lens flash AF assist illuminator and microphone When shooting in tall portrait orientation hold the camera so that the flash is up 2 Frame the picture Position the main subject near the center of the monitor Using the Electronic Viewfinder Use the electronic viewfinder to frame pictures when bright light makes it difficult to see the display in the monitor Press IO to switch to the electronic viewfinder 8 Using the Zoom Use the zoom buttons to activate optic
80. lease button halfway to activate the focus area When the shutter release button is pressed halfway the focus area selected by the camera will be displayed CICI 1 125 Fae m 6 Focus area Manual This option is suited to situations in which the intended subject is relatively still and not positioned in the center of the frame Press the multi selector A W or P to select from 99 dep focus areas in the frame Pictures can be taken while Z focus area selection screen is displayed To end focus area selection and adjust the flash mode focus mode self timer and exposure compensation settings press To return to the focus area selection Focus area screen press Selectable focus areas Shooting Options The Shooting Menu Center Camera focuses on subject in center of frame Center focus area is used 1 125 F36 BI Shooting with Face Priority Focus area When Face priority is selected for AF area mode or the Portrait scene mode or Night portrait scene mode is selected during shooting the face priority function will be applied The camera automatically detects and focuses on a face looking camera toward the 1 Frame the picture When the camera detects a face the focus area containing the face will be displayed with a yellow double border When the camera detects more than one face the closest face is framed by a double border and the others by single b
81. ll also play when the camera is turned on Shutter sound Choose shutter sound from On default setting or Off Basic Camera Setup The Setup Menu Auto Off If no operations are performed for the selected length of time the monitor will turn off and the camera enters standby mode BH 15 to reduce drain on the batteries The power on lamp blinks in standby mode If no operations are performed for another three minutes the camera will turn off automatically Choose the time allowed to elapse before the camera enters standby mode if no operations are performed The available options are 30 s default setting 1m 5 m and 30 m Notes on Auto Off Regardless of the option selected the monitor will remain on for three minutes when menus are displayed or for up to 30 minutes when slide shows are in progress ff Format Memory 4 Format Card Use this option to format the internal memory or a memory card Formatting the Internal Memory Gimme To format the internal memory remove the memory All images will be deleted card from the camera he The Format memory option appears in the setup No menu Format Formatting a Memory Card 4 Format card When the memory card is inserted in the camera the All images will be deleted Format card option appears in the setup menu oe Format m Formatting Internal Memory and Memory Cards e Formatting the internal memory or memory cards permanently deletes all data Be sure to
82. ll not be held liable or damages or lost profits that may result from product malfunction About the Manuals o 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 ikon s prior written permission ikon reserves the right to change the specifications of the hardware and software described in hese manuals at any time and without prior notice ikon will not be held liable for any damages resulting from the use of this product e 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 ikon representative in your area address provided separately Information and Precautions 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 e 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 g
83. lur caused by slow shutter speed Pictures taken when E is displayed may be slightly mottled oise reduction may be automatically applied as pictures taken are recorded results in increased recording times m Note on Using the Flash When using the flash at a wide angle zoom position reflections from dust particles in the air may appear as bright spots in pictures To reduce these reflections set the flash to Off or zoom in on the subject The Flash Indicator The flash indicator shows flash status when the shutter release button is pressed halfway e On Flash will fire when picture is taken e Blinks Flash charging Wait a few seconds and try again J e Off Flash will not fire when picture is taken When pictures are taken using the low batteries the monitor displays will turn off until the flash is fully charged The Flash Mode Setting In auto high sensitivity shooting P and M modes the default setting is AUTO auto The flash mode setting modified in auto mode returns to AUTO auto when the camera is urned off unless a picture is taken with auto with red eye reduction enabled Adjustments to he flash mode setting applied in any scene mode are cancelled and these settings return to their default values whenever another shooting made is selected or the camera is turned off Red eye Reduction This camera uses advanced red eye reduction In Camera Red Eye Fix The flash fires repeatedly
84. ly lit the AF assist illuminator may light by pressing the shutter release button halfway or the flash may fire by pressing the shutter release button all the way down The illuminator has a range of about 1 9 m 6 ft 2 in at the maximum wide angle position and about 1 1 m 3 ft 3 in at the maximum telescopic position The AF assist illuminator can be set to Off manually BH 105 although in this case the camera may not focus when lighting is poor 25 apoy ony yDeqGAe q pue AydesHojoug rISeg 26 Viewing Pictures Playback Mode Press gt a aa The last picture taken will be displayed in full frame playback ooo mode ie OM Press the multi selector A W lt or P to view additional N pictures Hold down the multi selector A V lt or P to fast L LiGaic forward pictures Pictures may be displayed briefly at low resolution while being read from the memory card or internal memory Press gt or the shutter release button to switch to shooting mode When Ei is displayed pictures stored in the internal memory 7 will be displayed When memory card is inserted Ix is not Hoe oe L displayed and pictures stored on the memory card will be displayed 6 6l Deleting Pictures 1 Press T to delete the picture currently displayed 2 Use the multi selector to select Yes and press Erase 1 image To exit without deleting the
85. mera is turned off 35 u 25 AY 104 payns unooys 36 Scene Mode Night portrait ANRI Use this mode to achieve a natural balance between the main subject and background lighting in portraits taken at night e The camera detects and focuses on a face looking toward the camera Shooting with Face Priority 4 87 the camera detects multiple faces the camera focuses on the face closest to the camera no face is recognized the camera will focus on the subject in the center focus area e Digital zoom is not available Fill flash with slow sync and red eye reduction will be selected 2 Other settings can be selected X Party indoor Captures the effects of candlelight and other indoor background lighting e Camera focuses on subject in center of frame e Hold the camera steadily as pictures are easily affected by camera shake When shooting under low lighting use of a tripod is recommended Set Vibration reduction 105 to Off when using a tripod 5 1 The flash mode may be switched to slow sync with red eye reduction Other settings can be selected 2 Other settings can be selected Beach snow Captures the brightness of such subjects as snowfields beaches or sunlit expanses of water e Camera focuses on subject in center of frame am joj oof fee m a o ED 1 Other settings can be selected 2 Also macro close up can be selected A For those scene m
86. mode 54 ovie options 55 maximum movie length 55 small size 55 TV movie 55 ovies 54 57 deleting 57 playback 57 recording 54 ulti selector 5 11 useum M 38 N ight landscape EY 37 ight portrait mode Fal 36 O Optical zoom 22 Optimize image 79 Oxyride batteries 14 111 P P programmed auto mode 43 Panorama 40 41 Panorama assist Pq 40 Party indoor R 36 Photo Info 102 PictBridge 67 74 128 Playback 26 47 52 full frame 26 27 menu 91 95 mode 26 27 thumbnail 47 Zoom 48 Playback menu 91 95 Portrait mode 4 35 Power switch 4 14 Power on lamp 4 14 20 Preset manual white balance 82 Print set 73 Print size 78 Protect 94 Q Quick playback zoom 48 R Rear curtain sync 28 Rechargeable batteries 14 111 112 Red eye reduction 29 Reset all 108 RSCN 113 S Scene mode 34 Self timer 30 90 Self timer lamp 4 30 Setup menu 96 111 Shooting menu 75 90 Shooting Pictures for a Panorama 4 40 Shutter release button 4 Single AF 56 88 Slide show 93 Small picture 52 Smear 116 Sound settings 106 Speaker 5 Sports 38 SSCN 113 Strap Camera 4 Sunset a 37 Support information 2 Index T Tele 5 22 Television 62 connecting to 62 Thumbnail playback 47 Time zone 16 17 99 101 Transfer 64 Tripod 5 U USB cable 63 68 V Vibration reduction movies 56 Vibration reduction still pictures 105 Video mode 108 Viewfinder 5 22 Voice memo 53 deleti
87. mputer 63 66 copying pictures to 63 66 Continuous 85 Copy 95 Copy Gi 39 Crop 51 D Date 16 17 99 103 printing 74 Date counter 104 Date imprint 103 Daylight saving time 99 DCF 128 Default display 102 Delete 26 27 94 button 60 Design rule for camera file system 128 Digital print order format 73 74 128 Digital zoom 106 D Lighting 50 DPOF 128 DSCN 113 SOON Je21UYyra1 129 SdON Je1UYyda 130 Index Dusk dawn iii 37 E Electronic viewfinder 5 22 Electronic VR 56 Error messages 117 120 Exif version 2 2 128 Exposure compensation 32 Extension 113 F File names 113 Fill flash 28 Fireworks show Firmware version 111 Flash 28 Flash exp comp 89 Flash mode 28 90 Focus 6 31 56 88 area 6 24 Focus area 6 Focus mode 6 Folder names 113 Format 19 107 Framing 22 FSCN 113 Full time AF 88 H Help 13 High sensitivity shooting mode 42 l dentifier 113 mage quality 76 mage size 77 nfinity 31 nternal memory 6 7 18 78 107 capacity 78 formatting 107 SO sensitivity 83 J JPEG 126 JPG 113 L Landscape mode lg 35 Language 16 108 Lens 4 116 Lithium batteries 14 111 M M manual mode 44 Macro close up 31 Manual 44 Memory card 18 78 112 approved 112 capacity of 78 formatting 107 Inserting and removing 18 slot 18 enus 97 etering 84 icrophone 4 ode dial 4 10 onitor 5 6 7 20 116 indicators in 6 7 onitor settings 102 ovie menu 55 ovie
88. multi selector to choose the direction and press Select how pictures will be joined together in the completed panorama right left Q up ZS or down SA The yellow panorama direction icon DP points in the selected direction and becomes the white panorama s Scene menu iB Backlight amp Voice recording Image quality Image size MENU aie Se rs 17125 F36 60 direction icon X when is pressed Apply flash mode 88 28 self timer WH 30 focus mode 8M 31 and exposure compensation BM 32 settings with this step if necessary Press to reselect the direction Scene Mode 3 Take the first picture The first picture is displayed in the first third of the monitor gt a uig NORM 8 1 125 F36 M 61 4 Take the second picture AEZAF L Compose the next picture so that it overlaps the first picture Repeat until you have taken the necessary number of pictures to complete the scene A see OK End ES 5 Press when shooting is completed The camera returns to step 2 EZ Alia ANOR KEEN 1 4 vV Panorama Assist Flash mode self timer focus and exposure compensation settings cannot be adjusted after the first shot Pictures cannot be deleted nor can zoom image quality BH 76 or image size WH 77 be adjusted until the series is finalized The panorama series is terminated if the camera enters standby mode with the auto off function 107 during shoot
89. n Camera has run out of file e Insert new memory card 18 numbers e Format internal memory 107 or memory card Pictures cannot be Confirm restrictions on 49 modified using editing editing using the functions D Lighting crop and small picture functions Time out error while Choose memory card with 112 recording movie faster write speed e No pictures or sound file in the internal memory or memory card e Memory card does not To copy picture or sound 95 61 contain pictures or file from internal memory sound file to memory card press MENU The copy option screen or copy sound file screen will be displayed File not created with View file on computer or COOLPIX P60 other device Display id This image cannot be deleted id Travel destination is in the current time zone Lens error co Communications error System error Error Messages Picture is protected Disable protection 94 Destination in same time 101 zone as home Lens error Turn camera off and then 20 on again If error persists contact retailer or Nikon authorized service representative USB cable disconnected Turn camera off and 68 during printing reconnect cable Error has occurred in Turn camera off remove 14 20 camera s internal circuitry and reinsert batteries and turn camera on If error persists contact retailer or Nikon authorized service representative SdJON Jer1Uyde 119 SdJON
90. nd Electronic VR settings can be changed in the movie menu 54 55 Movie options Autofocus mode 8 56 and Electronic VR A 56 settings can be changed from the movie menu Press MENU in movie mode to display the movie menu and use the multi selector to modify and apply settings Selecting Movie Options The movie menu offers the options shown below Option Image size and frame rate wy mage size 640 x 480 pixels TV movie 640 Frame rate 30 frames per second TV movie 640 mage size 640 x 480 pixels default setting Frame rate 15 frames per second mage size 320 x 240 pixels Ej Small size 32 z A Ei Small size 320 Frame rate 30 frames per second mage size 320 x 240 pixels Frame rate 15 frames per second J small size 320 Movie Options and Maximum Movie Length and Frames i Internal memory Memory card Option approx 12 MB 256 MB TV movie 640 Approx 2 m 40 s TV movie 640 default setting 14s Approx 5m 15s Small size 320 Approx 10m10s Small size 320 S JAOW Approx 19 m 55 s Movies can be as long as free space in the internal memory or on the memory card allows All figures are approximate Maximum movie length or frames varies with make of memory card The maximum file size for movies is 2 GB A maximum movie length of up to 2 GB is displayed even if the memory card has a capacity greater than 4 GB More Information See Image Sound File and Folder Names 8 113 for
91. ng 53 playing 53 recording 53 Voice recordings 58 Copying 61 deleting 60 making 58 Playing 60 Volume 57 60 Ww WAV 113 Welcome screen 98 White balance 81 Wide 5 22 ss Z 8 Zoom 22 digital 106 indicator 6 gt optical 22 playback 48 Zoom buttons 5 22 31 57 60 69 Zoom indicator 6 131 Nikon No reproduction in any form of this manual in whole or in part except for brief quotation in critical articles or reviews may be made without written authorization from NIKON CORPORATION CE NIKON CORPORATION Printed in China Fuji Bldg 2 3 Marunouchi 3 chome YP8B01 11 Chiyoda ku Tokyo 100 8331 Japan 6MMA2311 01
92. ns The Playback Menu i Delete Delete selected pictures or all pictures Erase selected images Delete selected pictures A 92 Erase all images Delete all pictures Notes on Deletion e Once deleted pictures cannot be recovered Transfer important images to a computer before deletion e Pictures marked with the q icon are protected and cannot be deleted On Protect Protect selected pictures from accidental deletion Selecting Multiple Pictures gt 92 Note however that formatting the camera s internal memory or the memory card will permanently erase protected files 107 Protected pictures are recognized by the a icon 88 7 47 in playback mode Playback Options The Playback Menu Ei Copy Copy pictures between the internal memory and a memory card 1 Use the multi selector to select an option from the copy screen and press M L Copy pictures from internal memory to memory card Com Copy pictures from memory card to internal memory MENU Pea 2 Selecta copy option and press Bal Camera to card Selected images Copy pictures selected from the picture selection screen A 92 All images All images Copy all pictures MENU Sate m Notes on Copying Pictures e JPEG AVI and WAV format images can be copied Images recorded in any other format cannot be copied If voice memos BM 53 are attached to pictures selected for copying voice memos are copied with the pictures Sound files re
93. odes with use of a tripod is recommended Set Vibration reduction 8H 105 to Off when using a tripod NR Pictures taken in scene modes utilizing Nk may be processed to reduce noise and therefore take longer to record Scene Mode Sunset AJNR Preserves the deep hues seen in sunsets and sunrises e Camera focuses at infinity While the shutter release button is pressed halfway the focus area or focus indicator glows green Note however that close subjects may not be in focus Other settings can be selected i Dusk dawn Alri Preserves the colors seen in the weak natural light before sunrise or after sunset e Camera focuses at infinity While the shutter release button is pressed halfway the focus area or focus indicator glows green Note however that close subjects may not be in focus Other settings can be selected Night landscape ADNR Slow shutter speeds are used to produce stunning night landscapes e Camera focuses at infinity While the shutter release button is pressed halfway the focus area or focus indicator glows green Note however that close subjects may not be in focus joj om e a a o Other settings can be selected A For those scene modes with use of a tripod is recommended Set Vibration reduction 8H 105 to Off when using a tripod NR Pictures taken in scene modes utilizin
94. oes not indicate a malfunction Images recorded using the product will not be affected e When framing 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 final photograph and does not indicate a malfunction Some smear may appear in movies e Images in the monitor may be difficult to see under bright lighting e The monitor is lit by an LED backlight Should the monitor begin to dim or flicker contact your Nikon authorized service representative ove the batteries could cause damage not covered by micals at the power on lamp is off before if the camera will not be used for h naptha or camphor moth balls romagnetic fields such as or above 50 C 122 F o humidities of over 60 ut of storage at least once a month The following table lists the error messages and other warnings displayed in the monitor as well as the solutions for dealing with them Display blinks i Battery exhausted Please wait for the camera to finish recording i Memory card is write protected This card cannot be used This card cannot be read Card is not formatted Format card No Yes iJ Out of memory Clock not set Set clock Prepare to change batteries Change batteries Batteries running low Batteries exhausted Camera cannot perform other operations until rec
95. on Differs according to the current shooting mode Refer to the sections on each mode for details Playback Parts of the Camera 1 2 3 4 4 15 05 2000 00 OOS 4 17 8399 528 ea 16 1546 1A a 5 Ala CT a BR ej 7 10 9 TOER ma Ea amel 1 Date of recording vssssvsvsv v v1111111111 E Time of recording EJ Volume indicator EJ Battery level indicato E mage quality E maoe size Movie OPtION wssnssessensenstnsienstee g a Current frame number total number of frames b Movie length 9 Internal memory indicator _ N Differs according to the selected movie option File number and type sssssssssssssssseserserses ovie playback indicator u s Voice memo recording guide Voice memo playback guide PHIMEORCSR ICOMi Small picture indicator s ssss 11111 Plig Mingi O Noiznai Protect ICON is ccsssncd scertat cat eccasacsscaseticces uonnponu uolpnpou The O Button Press IO to switch between monitor and electronic viewfinder display and hide or show indicators and photo info during shooting and playback With Shooting O Monitor on Monitor on View through lens indicators Only view through lens is and photo info displayed displayed Electronic viewfinder on Electronic viewfinder on Only view through lens is View through lens indicators displayed and photo info displ
96. on AF area mode is set to Manual 8 86 When is pressed camera focuses on subject in active focus area e Until the shutter release button is pressed halfway to set focus the camera focuses continuously e As pictures are easily affected by camera shake check the Vibration reduction RH 105 setting and hold the camera steadily Other settings can be selected Note that the flash may be unable to light entire subject at distances of less than 40 cm 1 ft 4 in ii Museum Use indoors where flash photography is prohibited for example in museums and art galleries or in other settings in which you do not want to use the flash e Camera focuses on subject in center of frame BSS Best Shot Selector M 85 is used when shooting e As pictures are easily affected by camera shake check the Vibration reduction 105 setting and hold the camera steadily e Slower shutter speed may not be available s o Jo of e m Jm o a 1 Other settings can be selected Also amp macro close up can be selected Scene Mode Fireworks show A Slow shutter speeds are used to capture the expanding burst of light from a firework e Camera focuses at infinity While the shutter release button is pressed halfway the focus indicator o glows green Note however that close subjects may not be in focus L Copy Provides clear pictures of text or drawings on a white board or in print e Camera focus
97. on halfway apoy ony yDeqQAe q pue AydesHojoug r1Seg Focus and exposure will be set ow C4 17125 Fae 4 Press the shutter release button the rest of the way down The self timer starts and the number of seconds ci remaining until the shutter is released is T displayed in the monitor The self timer lamp will blink The lamp stops blinking one second 1712 FIE before the picture is taken and remains lit until the shutter is released When the shutter is released the self timer Wy ture oft Mi Os Nike To stop the timer before a picture is taken press 7 N the shutter release button again Xx J 30 Choose a focus mode according to the subject and composition AF Autofocus Camera automatically adjusts focus according to distance to subject Use when the distance from subject to lens is 40 cm 1 ft 4 in or more A Infinity Use when shooting distant scenes through foreground objects such as windows or when shooting landscapes at ranges of 5 m 17 ft or more Flash turns off automatically w Macro close up Use for close ups If zoomed in or out until icon displayed in the monitor turns green camera can focus on objects as close as 10 cm 4 in to lens Setting the Focus Mode 1 Press focus mode The focus menu is displayed 2 Use the multi selector to choose the desired focus mode and press Y The icon for the selected focus mode is displayed
98. opy 3 Choose the desired copy size and press Fa Small pic mi 640x480 Tm 320x240 El 160x120 Exit 4 Choose Yes and press Anew smaller copy is created To cancel creating a small copy choose No The copy is displayed with a gray background More Information See Image Sound File and Folder Names RJ 113 for more information Use the camera s built in microphone to record voice memos for pictures marked with MJ 2 in full frame playback mode 88 26 15 05 2008 15 30 nood JPE Recording Voice Memos A voice memo up to 20 seconds in length will be recorded while 8 is pressed down e Do not touch the built in microphone during recording e During recording GM and H blink Playing Voice Memos Press while a picture is displayed in full frame playback mode to play voice memo Playback ends when the voice memo ends or is pressed again e Pictures with voice memos can be recognized by the M34 icon e Use the zoom buttons T Q and W to adjust playback volume Deleting Voice Memos Select a picture with a voice memo and press TJ Use the multi selector to choose and press 8 Only the voice memo will be deleted yoeqhe q uo AoW m Voice Memos e When a picture with a voice memo attached is deleted both the picture and its voice memo are deleted e Ifa voice memo already exists for the current picture i
99. orders Up to five faces can be detected 2 Press the shutter release button halfway The camera focuses on the face framed by the double border The double border will glow green and focus will be locked When the double border blinks yellow the camera is unable to focus Press the shutter release button halfway again to focus Press the shutter release button all the way down to take a picture snuaw dnjas pue ydeqAej q Burooys 87 snuayw dnjas pue J2eqk ejd Bunooys 88 Shooting Options The Shooting Menu m Face Priority e When Face priority is selected for AF area mode the setting will automatically switch to Auto if no face is recognized when the shutter release button is pressed halfway e f no face is recognized when the shutter release button is pressed halfway in Portrait or Night portrait scene mode the camera will focus on the subject in the center focus area e The camera may be unable to detect faces in the following situations When faces are partially hidden by sunglasses or other obstructions When faces take up too much or too little of the frame When the subject is not looking directly at the camera e The camera s ability to detect faces depends on a variety of factors including whether or not the subject is facing the camera e In some rare cases shooting subjects with which autofocus may not perform as expected 8H 25 the subject may not be in focu
100. ording is complete Write protect switch is in lock position Error accessing memory card Memory card has not been formatted for use in camera Memory card is full Wait until message clears from display automatically when recording is complete Slide write protect switch to write position e Use approved card e Check that connectors are clean e Confirm that memory card is correctly inserted Choose Yes and press 68 to format card or turn camera off and replace card Choose lower image quality or smaller image size Delete pictures or sound files Insert new memory card Remove memory card and use internal memory SOON e2lUY2 L 117 SOON Jen1Uyda 118 Error Messages Display Image cannot be saved Sound file cannot be saved iJ Image cannot be modified iJ Cannot record movie Memory contains no images iJ No sound file iJ File contains no image data This file cannot be played back Error occurred while Format internal memory or 107 recording picture memory card Camera has run out of file e Insert new memory card 18 numbers e Format internal memory 107 or memory card Picture cannot be used for Choose picture 640 x 480 51 52 welcome screen pixels or larger or picture 77 taken at an image size setting other than 23 3264x2176 or 3264x1836 Cannot copy picture Delete pictures from 94 destinatio
101. osition changes while the shutter release button is pressed all the way down Notes on Continuous Shooting e The maximum frame rate with continuous shooting may vary depending upon the current image quality setting image size setting and the memory card used e When shooting poorly lit subjects with Continuous BSS or Multi shot 16 selected slower shutter speeds may not be available snua dnjas pue y eqkejd Huljoous 85 snuay dnjas pue J2eq ejd Bunooys 86 Shooting Options The Shooting Menu E AF Area Mode Use this option to determine where the camera focuses When digital zoom is in effect the camera will focus on the subject in the center focus area regardless of the applied AF area mode option AUTO i EJ Face priority default setting The camera automatically detects and focuses on a face F looking toward the camera Shooting with Face Priority WR ti 87 If the camera detects multiple faces the camera focuses on the face closest to the camera When shooting subjects other than people or framing a subject with which no face is recognized AF area mode will be set to Auto The camera chooses the focus area ARS RS ie G one of nine containing the subject closest to the camera and focuses on the subject Auto Focus area Camera automatically selects the focus area one of nine containing the subject closest to the camera Press the shutter re
102. overnment 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 e 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 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 Ensu
103. ox 295 2 1600x1200 Norma Approx 550 Approx 14 x 10 5 3 x 4 Basic Approx 855 Fine Approx 440 L 1280x960 Norma Approx 810 Approx 11 x 8 4 2 x 3 2 Basic Approx 1185 Fine Approx 670 P 1024x768 Norma Approx 1100 Approx 9 x 7 34 x 2 5 Basic Approx 1540 Fine 69 Approx 1400 LY 640x480 Norma 108 Approx 2200 Approx 5 x 4 2 1 x 1 6 Basic 127 Approx 2570 3 Approx 75 BZ 3264x2176 Norma 7 Approx 155 Approx 28 x 19 10 8 x 7 2 Basic 12 Approx 255 Fine 4 Approx 90 E9 3264x1836 Norma 9 Approx 180 Approx 27 x 15 10 6 x 6 Basic 14 Approx 300 Ifthe number of exposures remaining is 10 000 or more the number of exposures remaining display shows 9999 2 Print sizes are calculated by dividing the number of pixels by printer resolution dpi and multiplying by 2 54 cm 1 in However at the same image size pictures printed at higher resolutions will print smaller the size indicated and those printed at lower resolutions will print larger than the size indicated Shooting Options The Shooting Menu Optimize Image Optimize contrast sharpening and other settings according to how pictures will be used or the type of scene G Normal default setting Recommended in most situations amp Softer Softens outlines producing natural results suitable for portraits or retouching on a computer G Vivid Enhances saturation contrast and sharpness to produce vivid images with vibrant reds and greens G Mor
104. picture select No and press Done Step 4 Viewing and Deleting Pictures Playback Mode The following options are available in full frame playback mode Press T Q to enlarge view of picture currently displayed up to about 10x ABER Seah Press to return to full frame 48 playback mode View thumbnails Press W E to display four nine or 47 16 picture thumbnails Press O to switch between the Change monitor monitor and electronic viewfinder 3 display displays or to hide or show photo info or shooting data Record play voice 53 memo Press gt or the shutter release button to switch to the mode selected with 26 the mode dial Switch to shooting mode Pressing gt to Turn On the Camera When the camera is off holding down gt will turn the camera on in playback mode The lens does not extend Viewing Pictures Pictures stored in the internal memory can only be viewed if no memory card is inserted Deleting the Last Picture Taken In shooting mode press J to delete the last picture taken Erase 1 image apow ony yIeqAe q pue AydesHojoug rIseg 27 apoy ony yDeqQAe q pue AydesHojoug rISeg 28 The flash has a range of about 0 4 5 1 m 1 ft 4 in 16 ft 8 in when the camera is zoomed out all the way With maximum optical zoom applied the range is about 0 6 4 0 m 2 ft 13 ft when ISO sensitivity is set to Auto The following flash modes are av
105. portion visible in the displayed monitor is created Hi NI i To cancel creating a cropped copy choose No Depending on the size of the original picture and the zoom ratio in effect at the time the copy was created the camera will automatically select one of the following image size settings for cropped copies unit pixels 8H 3 264 x 2 448 2 592 x 1 944 e 2 272 x 1 704 e 84 2 048 x 1 536 e 211 600 x 1 200 e Lt 1 280 x 960 e P 1 024 x 768 e LY 640 x 480 e C 320 x 240 e Cl160x120 Cropped copies created at an image size setting of 320x240 or 160x120 are displayed with a gray background in playback mode and the small picture indicator C or C4 is displayed at left in the monitor More Information See Image Sound File and Folder Names RJ 113 for more information yoeqhe g uo op 51 yoeqhe g Uo 310W 52 Editing Pictures Resizing Pictures Small Picture Create a small copy of the current picture Small copies are stored as JPEG files with a compression ratio of 1 16 The following sizes are available Option Description Cm 640x480 Suited to television playback Ca 320x240 Suited to display on web pages C1 160x120 Suitable for e mail attachments 1 Select the desired picture from full frame 8 26 or thumbnail 8 47 playback mode and press MENU The playback menu is displayed 2 Use the multi selector to choose Small pic CFAR and press Fa Small pic El C
106. portrait modes uonnponu 10 Basic Operations The Mode Dial Align the mode icon with the mark next to the mode dial P M 43 44 Adjust shooting menu settings such as white balance and ISO sensitivity as well as the continuous shooting mode for P programmed auto or M manual mode Gi Auto 20 Choose this simple point and shoot mode suited to first time users of digital cameras in which the camera automatically adjusts settings E High sensitivity 3 42 Choose this mode to reduce blur when the subject is poorly lit WR Movie BH 54 Choose this mode to shoot movies SETUP Setup 0896 Display the setup menu where you can perform such tasks as setting the camera clock and adjusting monitor brightness amp Portrait ba Landscape Night portrait Ea Scene BH 33 Choose this mode for automatic adjustment of settings to suit the selected subject type or use the voice recording option to record sound only Basic Operations The Multi Selector This section describes standard uses of the multi selector to select modes select menu options and to apply selection With Shooting Display flash mode 8H 28 menu or move cursor up Display 4 exposure compensation Display 88 32 menu self timer ex BH 30 menu SEA Flash mode Apply selection Display focus mode BH 31 menu
107. pport and education continually updated information is available online at the following sites e For users in the U S A http www nikonusa com e For users in Europe and Africa http Awww europe nikon com support e 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 See the URL below for contact information http nikonimaging 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 and AC adapters 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 wi
108. product to prevent possible injury WARNINGS A 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 A Do not Disassemble Touching the product s internal parts could result in injury Repairs should be performed only by qualified technicians Should the camera 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 A 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 A Handle the Camera Strap with Care Never place the strap around the neck of an infant or child A 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 A 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 e Before replacing the batteries turn he pro
109. r object Failure to observe this precaution could result in burns or fire A 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 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 e Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna e Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver e Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected e Consult the dealer or
110. res suited to display on a computer monitor Record pictures suited to display on a television or to distribution W Ee eN via e mail or the web Record pictures with the same aspect ratio 3 2 as those taken 32 3264x2176 with 35mm film cameras Record pictures with the same aspect ratio 16 9 as wide screen 69 E 3264x1836 televisions Image size is shown by an icon WH 6 7 snuaw dnjas pue y2eqkejd Burooys 77 snuayw dnjas pue yeqQAe d Bunooys Shooting Options The Shooting Menu Number of Exposures Remaining The following table lists the approximate number of pictures that can be stored in internal memory and on a 256 MB memory card at each combination of image quality BH 76 and image size BH 77 settings Note that the number of pictures that can be stored will differ depending on the composition of the picture due to JPEG compression In addition this number may differ depending on the make of memory card even if the capacity for the memory card is the same Internal wae 3 Image 256MB Print size riego ss quality 12 MB memory card printed at 300 dpi cm in Fine 3 Approx 65 cee Gecateatne Norma 6 Approx 135 Approx 28 x 21 10 8 x 8 1 Basic 11 Approx 230 Fine 5 Approx 110 2592x1944 Norma 10 Approx 220 Approx 22 x 16 8 6 x 6 4 Basic 17 Approx 355 Fine 8 Approx 180 34 2048x1536 Norma 17 Approx 350 Approx 17 x 13 6 8 x 5 1 Basic 27 Approx 550 14 Appr
111. reset manual eutral colored object used as reference to set white balance under unusual ighting conditions see Preset Manual BH 82 for details Daylight Use with subjects lit by direct sunlight 3 Incandescent Use under incandescent lighting fi Fluorescent Use under most types of fluorescent lighting Cloudy Use when shooting under overcast skies amp Flash Use with the flash mode The effects of the selected option can be previewed At settings other than Auto the icon for the current setting is displayed 6 m Flash Mode At white balance settings other than Auto or Flash turn the flash off 28 snua dnjas pue y eqkejd Huljoous 81 snuay dnjas pue J2eq ejd Bunooys 82 Shooting Options The Shooting Menu Preset Manual Preset manual is used with mixed lighting or to compensate for light sources with a strong color cast for example to make pictures taken under a lamp with a red shade look as though they had been taken under white light 1 Place a white or gray reference object under the lighting that will be used during shooting 2 Use the multi selector to choose PRE Preset WB White balance manual in the white balance menu and press MI E PRE Preset manual i Daylight The camera zooms in Incandescent S Fluorescent MENU Sie 3 Choose Measure LIB Preset manual To apply the most recently measured value for preset manual choose Cancel and press
112. ring 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 refill 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 SH 98 Care should be taken to avoid injury or damage to property when physically destroying data storage devices uonnpoanu uonpnponu The Camera Body Lens cover closed oor 12 g Power switch power on lamp Eyelet for camera strap E 14 107 rs Connector covers 62 64 68 Shutter release button wn 24 a Modedal 9 Cable connector 62 64 68 ode ial sscsssssssseeeesees Po ONNECTOT COVER eessssesssenseeeeee 112 4 Microphone 10 AST COMI SCIONERNE patanas 16126 5 Built in flash Self timer lamp uu AF assist illuminator Parts of the Camera 1 Electronic viewfinder 1111111 22 BAM OK DUTTON oc ccsssssseesatneensesnesseenaene 11 2 SPEKE sunkesnis l SElE COF cnsicnsnennicniunacatektund 11 2 IOl monitor button 26 27 53 57 60 Zoom buttons 10 MENU menu button 12 55 76 91 W wide 11 Tripod socket T tele P Ee thumbnail playback Battery chamber memory card slot Q playback zoom COVET nn
113. roduct Off Before Removing or Disconnecting the Power Source Do not unplug the product or remove the batteries while the product is on or while images are being recorded or deleted Forcibly cutting power in these circumstances could result in loss of data or in damage to product memory or internal circuitry To prevent an accidental interruption of power avoid carrying the product from one place to another while an AC adapter is connected Caring for the Camera Batteries e Check the battery level when taking the camera out and replace the batteries if necessary RW 20 If possible carry spare batteries when taking pictures on important occasions e Battery capacity tends to decrease on cold days Be sure that the batteries are fresh 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 e Dirt on the battery terminals can prevent the camera from functioning e Used batteries are a valuable resource Please recycle used batteries in accordance with local regulations SdON L2lUy2 L 115 SOON L2JUY2 L 116 Caring for the Camera Cleaning Lens electronic viewfinder Monitor Body Do not use alcohol thinner or other volatile che Storage Tu pu an or away again n the camera off when not ting the camera away Rem extended period Do not store the camera wi in any of
114. s Select pictures for printing using Print set option WH 73 Connect to printer Bf 68 Print pictures one at time WH 69 Print multiple pictures 84 70 Turn camera off and disconnect USB cable v Ta ca S4 Ul4d pue S19INdWOD sUOISIAa a 0 HuljdaUUOD vV Notes on Power Source e When connecting the camera to a computer or printer use batteries with adequate charge remaining to prevent the camera from turning off unexpectedly e To power the camera continuously for extended periods use an AC Adapter EH 65A available separately from Nikon 8 112 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 g Printing Pictures In addition to printing pictures transferred to a computer from your personal printer and printing over a direct camera to printer connection the following options are also available for printing pictures e Insert a memory card into a DPOF compatible printer s card slot e Take a memory card to a digital photo lab For printing using these methods specify the pictures and the number of prints each using your camera s print set menu A 73 67 SJa ULg pue S1d NdWOD SUOISIAa a L 0 Bupauuoy Connecting to a Printer Connecting the Camera and Printer 1 Turn off the camera 2 Turnonthe printer Check printer settings 3 Connect the camera
115. s Choose whether or not to display information in the monitor choose whether the monitor or the electronic viewfinder is activated when the camera is turned on and specify monitor brightness Photo info Choose information displayed in monitor in shooting mode Framing grid When On is selected framing guides are displayed in Q auto high sensitivity shooting P and M modes The default setting is Off Brightness Choose from five settings for monitor brightness The default setting is 4 Default display Choose whether the monitor Monitor default setting or electronic viewfinder Viewfinder is activated when the camera is turned on Photo Info Choose information displayed in the monitor when IO is pressed in shooting mode See The x Button 8 8 for information on indicators displayed in the monitor Show hide info default setting Press O to switch between monitor and electronic viewfinder display or to hide or show indicators and photo information as follows Monitor on photo info displayed Monitor on photo info not displayed gt Electronic viewfinder on photo info displayed Electronic viewfinder on photo info not displayed Monitor on photo info displayed Show info Indicators and photo information are always shown Press O to switch between monitor and electronic viewfinder display as follows Monitor on photo info displayed Electronic viewfinder on photo info displayed
116. s to perform the selected operation The following operations are available To Rewind Advance Pause End 1 05 2008 15 30 e le Volume indicator During playback Description Rewind movie Playback resumes when is released Advance movie Playback resumes when is released Pause playback While paused use the multi selector to advance or rewind the movie The following operations can be performed while playback is paused 0 a Rewind movie by one frame Rewind continues while is pressed Advance movie by one frame Advance continues while is pressed D End playback and return to full frame playback Deleting Movie Files Press J when displayed in full frame playback mode 8H 26 or when selected in thumbnail playback mode Erase 1 image 8 47 A confirmation dialog is displayed a A To delete the movie select Yes and press W To exit without deleting the movie select No and press S JAOW Voice Recordings Audio voice recordings can be recorded over the built in microphone and played back over the built in speaker 1 Rotate the mode dial to BUEN 2 Press MENU to display the scene menu use the multi selector to choose voice recording and press The length of recording that can be made will be displayed 3 Press the shutter release button all the way down to start recording If no operations are per
117. s despite the fact that the focus area glows green Should this occur switch to auto mode or change the AF area mode setting to Manual or Center in high sensitivity shooting P and M modes refocus on another subject positioned at the same distance from the camera as the actual portrait subject and use focus lock BM 25 More Information See Autofocus 8 25 for more information D Autofocus Mode Choose how the camera focuses amp Single AF default setting Camera focuses when shutter release button is pressed halfway Full time AF Camera adjusts focus continuously until shutter release button is pressed halfway Use with moving subjects Shooting Options The Shooting Menu Flash Exp Comp Flash compensation is used to adjust flash output changing the brightness of the main subject relative to the background 0 3 2 0 Flash output is reduced from 0 3 to 2 0 EV in increments of 1 3 EV to prevent unwanted highlights or reflections 0 0 Flash output is not adjusted 0 3 2 0 Flash output is increased from 0 3 to 2 0 EV in increments of 1 3 EV to make the main subject of the frame appear brighter At settings other than 0 0 the icon for the current setting is displayed during shooting 8H 6 snua dnjas pue y eqkejd Huljooys 89 snuay dnjas pue yeqQAejld Bunooys 90 Shooting Options The Shooting Menu Restrictions on Camera Settings In P M and h
118. se another make or model of AC adapter Failure to observe this precaution could result in overheating or in damage to the camera 63 SJa ULg pue SdINdWOD SUOISIAa a L 0 Bupauuoy 64 Connecting to a Computer Transferring Pictures from the Camera to a Computer 1 Start the computer to which Nikon Transfer has been installed 2 Turn off the camera 3 Connect the camera to the computer using the supplied USB cable 4 Turn on the camera The power on lamp will light Windows Vista When the AutoPlay dialog is displayed select Copy pictures to a folder on my computer using Nikon Transfer Nikon Transfer will start To bypass this dialog in the future check Always do this for this device Windows XP When the AutoPlay dialog is displayed select Nikon Transfer Copy pictures to a folder on my computer and click OK Nikon Transfer will start To bypass this dialog in the future check Always use this program for this action Mac OS X Nikon Transfer will start automatically if Yes was selected in the Auto Launch setting dialog when Nikon Transfer was first installed m Connecting the USB Cable Be sure that the connectors are oriented correctly and do not use force to connect the USB cable When disconnecting the USB cable do not pull the connector at an angle Connection may not be recognized when the camera is connected to a
119. ste management For Your Safety WARNING Notices tr AU CHIC Mp5 cs csshacicssscedhnactedectstepsscsnnsssebecadbetzcoctenscethnsdyasceafetureatodaseasehos sonededuscchodsecherseasbatedbasegecerawtee 1 About This Manual Information and Precautions Parts of the Camera The Camera Body Attaching the Camera Strap THe MONitOresesesssessssnsesnssenseee Basic Operations The O Button The Mode Dial The Multi Selecto The MENU Button Help Displays First Steps Inserting Batteries Supported Batteries Turning On and Off the Camera Setting Display Language Date and Time Inserting Memory Cards Removing Memory Cards Basic Photography and Playback Auto Mode Step 1 Turn the Camera On and Select f Auto Mode Step 2 Frame a Picture Step 3 Focus and Shoot Step 4 Viewing and Deleting Pictures Using the Flash Setting the Flash Mode Shooting with the Self timer Choosing a Focus Mode Setting the Focus Mode i Exposure Compensation nnana nea a i aae A i ek vii Table of Contents Z baal Fad BETTY Shooting Suited for the Scene vccsssssssssssssssssssesssessssssssssssssssssseessssssssseees 33 Scene Mode Shooting in Scene Modes x Features soana anen E E OA EA Sas aso da E T E High Sensitivity Shooting MOC ssssssssssssssssssesssssssssseesssssssssssssssnssssssssesscsssssssessscassssseseeee 42 Shooting in
120. t M month gt Y year gt hour gt minute gt DMY the order in which the day month and year are displayed Press to return to the previous item 7 Choose the order in which the day month and year are displayed and press Q or the multi selector gt The settings are applied and monitor display exits to shooting mode Changing the Date and Time e Select Date from the Date item 8 99 in the setup menu R 96 to change the current date and time and follow the procedure described in step 6 above Select Time zone from the Date item 8 99 in the setup menu RE 96 to change the time zone and daylight saving time settings sdays 3sul4 sdays 3sul4 18 Pictures are stored in the camera s internal memory approx 12 MB or on removable Secure Digital SD memory cards available separately SY 112 Ifa memory card is inserted in the camera pictures are automatically stored on the memory card and pictures recorded to the memory card can be played back deleted or transferred Remove the memory card to store pictures in the internal memory or play back delete or transfer pictures from the internal memory 1 Confirm that the camera is off and open the battery chamber memory card slot cover Make sure that the camera is off power on lamp is off before inserting or removing the memory card When opening the battery chamber memory card slot cover hold the camera upside down to prevent the batteries
121. t must be deleted before a new voice memo can be recorded e The COOLPIX P60 cannot be used to attach voice memos to pictures taken with cameras other than the COOLPIX P60 Q More Information See Image Sound File and Folder Names RE 113 for more information 53 To shoot movies with sound recorded via the built in microphone follow the steps below 1 Rotate the mode dial to amp Exposure count display shows total maximum length of movie that can be recorded 2 Press the shutter release button all the way down to start recording Camera focuses on the subject in the center focus area A progress bar at the bottom of the monitor shows the amount of recording time remaining To end recording press the shutter release button all the way down a second time SaIAo W v Recording Movies Focus mode 8M 31 and exposure compensation BM 32 are available in all modes Flash mode 8H 28 and self timer WH 30 cannot be used e Focus mode and exposure compensation settings cannot be applied or changed while movies are being recorded Apply or change settings as necessary before movie recording begins e Optical zoom cannot be adjusted once movie recording begins Digital zoom cannot be applied before movie recording begins However digital zoom up to 2x can be applied while movies are being recorded g Changing Movie Settings Movie options Autofocus mode a
122. th a write protect switch Write protect switch Pictures cannot be recorded or deleted and the memory card cannot be formatted when this switch is in the lock position Unlock by sliding the switch to the write position _ YLock m Memory Cards e Use only Secure Digital memory cards Do not perform the following during formatting while data is being written to or deleted from the memory card or during data transfer to a computer Failure to observe this precaution could result in the loss of data or in damage to the camera or memory card Eject the memory card Remove the batteries Turn off the camera Disconnect the AC adapter Do not disassemble or modify Do not drop bend or expose to water or strong physical shocks Do not touch the metal terminals with your fingers or metal objects Do not affix labels or stickers to the memory card Do not leave in direct sunlight closed vehicles or areas exposed to high temperatures Do not expose to humidity dust or to corrosive gases Basic Photography and Playback Auto Mode This section describes how to take a picture in auto mode an automatic point and shoot mode recommended for first time users of digital cameras 1 Rotate the mode dial to amp 2 Press the power switch to turn on the camera The power on lamp green will light for a moment the monitor will turn on and the lens will extend
123. the following locati e Next to equipment that produces strong elec televisions or radios e Exposed to temperatures below 10 C 14 F e Poorly ventilated or subject prevent mold or mildew ta nthe camera on and release the shutter a few times before putting the camera Avoid touching glass parts with your blower typically a small device with a pumped to produce a stream of air ou or other stains that cannot be removed with a blower wipe the soft cloth using a spiral motion that s working toward the edges If this fails dampened with commercial lens clea Remove dust or lint with a blower To clean the monitor with a soft dry clot ingers Remove dust or lint with a rubber bulb attached to one end that is t the other end To remove fingerprints ens with a arts at the center of the lens and clean the lens using a cloth lightly ner her stains y pressure remove fingerprints and o h being careful not to app 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 the warranty in use Check th ons e the camera o Notes on the Monitor e The monitor may contain a few pixels that are always lit or that do not light This is a characteristic common to all TFT LCD displays and d
124. to the printer using the supplied USB cable N HE o S ke l J 7 a 4 Turn on the camera When properly connected the PictBridge startup screen will be displayed in the camera monitor The print selection screen will be displayed next Print selection a A ase kS NO 32 ail I ge JX MENU Beem l PictBridge m Connecting the USB Cable Be sure that the connectors are oriented correctly and do not use force to connect the USB cable When disconnecting the USB cable do not pull the connector at an angle Printing Pictures One at a Time Connecting to a Printer After connecting the camera to the printer correctly 8 68 print pictures by following the procedure below 1 Press the multi selector lt or P to choose the desired picture and press W Press W Es to display 12 thumbnails and T Q to switch back to full frame playback 2 Choose Copies and press 3 Choose the number of copies up to nine and press W 4 Choose Paper size and press W 5 Choose the desired paper size and press W To specify paper size using printer settings choose Default in the paper size menu Print selection ue Cy M PictBridge Start print Paper size MENU Tepe M Copies M PictBridge Start print Copies Ga Exit f Paper size v 3 5 x 5in 5x 7in 100 x 150mm A
125. tor display returns to the print menu step 2 when printing is complete Printing 0027010 K Cancel To cancel before all copies have been printed press QW Current print total number of prints SJa ULg pue S4d NdWOD SUOISIAa a 0 Bupauuoy Paper Size The camera supports the following paper sizes Default the default paper size for the current printer 3 5 x 5 in 5 x 7 in 100 x 150mm 4 x 6 in 8 x 10 in Letter A3 and A4 Only sizes supported by the current printer will be displayed To specify paper size using printer settings choose Default in the paper size menu 72 The Print set option in the playback menu is used to create digital print orders for printing on DPOF compatible devices 8 128 When the camera is connected to a PictBridge compatible printer pictures can be printed from the printer according to the DPOF print order you have created for pictures on the memory card If the memory card is removed from the camera you can create the DPOF print order for pictures in the internal memory and print pictures according to the DPOF print order 1 Press MENU in playback mode The playback menu is displayed 2 Use the multi selector to choose Print set and me press W Eh D Lighting 4 Pri Bj Slide show y Delete n Protect MENU ISSA The print set menu is displayed 3 Choose Select images and press Alpinteet Select images y Delete print set MENU Peale
126. tures taken at an image size of 3 264 x 2 176 and 89 3 264 x 1 836 WH 77 cannot be modified using the D Lighting crop or small picture function e The COOLPIX P60 s editing functions may not be available for pictures taken with non COOLPIX P60 digital cameras e Ifa copy created using the COOLPIX P60 is viewed on a different digital camera the picture may not be displayed or may not be transferred to a computer Editing functions are not available when there is not enough free space in the internal memory or on the memory card yoeqhejq uo 30W Restrictions on Picture Editing f available not available 2nd editing a ae 1st editing D Lighting Crop Small picture Small picture Pictures cannot be edited twice with the same editing function e The D Lighting should be done first while the restricted use of combination exists Original Pictures and Edited Copies e Copies created with editing functions are not deleted if the original pictures are deleted The original pictures are not deleted if copies created with editing functions are deleted e Edited copies are stored with the same recording date and time as the original e Edited copies are not marked for printing WH 73 or protecting 8H 94 as the original 49 yoeqhe g uo 310W Editing Pictures Enhancing Brightness and Contrast D Lighting D Lighting can be used to create copies with enhanced brightness and contrast brightening
127. turn off automatically if no operations are performed for another three minutes A 107 sdays 45114 A language selection dialog is displayed the first time the camera is turned on 1 Press the power switch to turn on the camera The power on lamp green will light for a moment and the monitor will turn on Press the multi selector A or W to choose the desired language and press For information on using the multi selector see The Multi Selector BM 11 Press the multi selector amp or W to choose Date Yes and press Set time and date If No is selected the date and time will not be set Press Time zone O London Casablanca Daylight saving Daylight Saving Time If daylight saving time is in effect turn on Daylight saving in the time zone menu and set the date 1 2 16 gt Before pressing Q press the multi selector W to choose Daylight saving Press to enable daylight saving time W Pressing toggles the daylight saving time option on and off Press the multi selector and then press to proceed to step 5 Setting Display Language Date and Time 5 Press the multi selector or P to select your Sioa home time zone BM 101 and press al London Casablanca Back 6 Edit the date Press the multi selector A or W to edit the highlighted item Press to move the highlight in the following order D day g
128. ures are blurred Bright specks appear in pictures taken with flash Flash does not fire Optical zoom cannot be used Digital zoom cannot be used Image size not available No sound when shutter is released AF assist illuminator does not light Troubleshooting Cause Solution e Use flash Use high sensitivity shooting mode Use vibration reduction Use BSS e Use tripod and self timer Flash is off e Flashi reflecting off particles in air Turn flash is off Some scene modes that cannot turn on flash are selected tho im focus mode is applied ode is selected A setting other than Single is selected for Continuous Optica movies zoom cannot be used while recording Digital zoom in the setup menu is set to Off 34 54 Digital zoom is not available when shooting in amp Portrait or Gi Night portrait scene mode before movie recording begins or when Multi shot 16 is selected for Continuous Image size cannot be adjusted when Multi shot 16 is selected for Continuous e Off is selected for Sound settings gt Shutter sound in setup menu A setting other than Single is selected for Continuous K Sports scene mode or M Museum scene mode is selected WR mode is selected Off is selected for AF assist option in camera setup menu AF assist illuminator turns off automatically in some modes 28 33 54 85 54 85 106 85 106 85 3
129. with which no face is recognized the camera automatically selects the focus area one of nine containing the subject closest to the camera See AF area mode R 86 and Shooting with Face Priority BH 87 for more information about face priority m Notes on Slow Shutter Speed e At shutter speeds slower than 1 4 s noise reduction is automatically performed except when Continuous BSS or Multi shot 16 is selected for Continuous increasing the time required to save pictures e When shooting poorly lit subjects with Continuous BSS or Multi shot 16 selected slower shutter speeds may not be available m Functions Available in M Manual Mode Flash mode BM 28 and focus mode BM 31 can be adjusted and self timer H 30 can be enabled e Press MENU in M manual mode to adjust shooting menu settings WH 75 Changing Camera Settings Use the multi selector to change settings as follows gt a pem 5 Switching between Flash mode amp shutter speed and Self timer lt aperture or gt Focus mode When Manual is selected for AF area mode 86 Selecting a focus area A V 4 ore Sapo W pue d 45 S pOW W pue d 46 M Manual Mode m Note on ISO Sensitivity Even at an ISO sensitivity WH 83 setting of Auto default setting sensitivity is set to ISO 80 Exposure The adjustment of shutter speed and aperture to achiev
130. wn as camera shake that commonly occurs when shooting with zoom applied or at slow shutter speeds Vibration reduction can be used in all shooting modes Set Vibration reduction to Off when using a tripod to stabilize the camera during shooting On default setting Vibration reduction is enabled when shooting still pictures Off Vibration reduction is not enabled When vibration reduction is enabled the current setting is displayed during shooting when Off is selected an icon for the current setting is not displayed WH 6 m Notes on Vibration Reduction e Vibration reduction may take a few seconds to activate after the power is turned on or the camera enters shooting mode from playback mode Wait until the display stabilizes before shooting e Due to characteristics of the vibration reduction function images displayed in the camera s monitor immediately after shooting may appear blurry e Vibration reduction may be unable to completely eliminate the effects of camera shake in some situations e VR stands for vibration reduction Using Electronic VR with Movies To reduce the effects of camera shake when recording movies enable Electronic VR E 56 from the movie menu 8M 55 ZI AF Assist Enable or disable AF assist illumination Auto default setting AF assist illumination will be used to assist the focus operation when the subject is poorly lit Note that for some scene modes AF assist illumination turns of
131. y as well as the continuous shooting mode 1 Rotate the mode dial to M 2 Press the multi selector P to activate the shutter speed setting The active setting switches between shutter speed and aperture each time the multi selector lt or P is pressed a E C Shutter speed 3 Press the multi selector amp or W to choose a shutter speed between 1 1 200 s and 8s When adjusting aperture or shutter speed the degree of deviation from the exposure value measured by the camera is displayed in the exposure display The degree of deviation in the exposure display is shown in EVs 2 to 2 EV in increments of 1 3 Overexposed Vnderexposed EV A display similar to that illustrated at right 2 0 2 indicates that the picture will be overexposed t TE i gt by 1 EV 1 FF 4 Values in EVs 4 Press the multi selector P to activate the aperture setting Aperture M Manual Mode 5 Press the multi selector amp or W to choose one of two aperture values Repeat steps 2 to 5 to modify shutter speed and aperture settings until the desired exposure is achieved Press to apply the settings 6 Frame the subject and take the picture When a face looking toward the camera is recognized the camera will focus on the face surrounded by a double border by default When taking pictures of subjects other than people or framing a subject

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