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1. The camera supports a variety of flash modes for photographing poorly lit or backlit sub jects The flash modes available depend on the mode selected with the mode dial note that the flash can not be used in amp amp or gl mode The default flash setting for Digital Vari Program modes is automatically restored when the mode dial is rotated to a new setting or the camera is turned off Using the Built in Flash amp amp and Eq Modes a 1 Rotate the mode dial to A Z amp or Ai 2 Choose a flash mode Take pictures Unless off is selected the flash will pop up as required when the shutter release button is pressed halfway and fire when a photograph is taken Using the Built in Flash P S A and M Modes 1 Rotate the mode dial to P S A or M 2 Press the button to raise the flash 3 Choose a flash mode 4 Choose a metering method and adjust exposure Take pictures The flash will fire whenever a picture is taken To prevent the flash from firing lower the flash Lowering the Built in Flash To save power when the flash is not in use press it gently downward until the latch clicks into place Reference More on Photography All Modes Using the Built in Flash Flash Mode The flash modes available depend on the mode currently selected with the mode dial we Oa Auto Auto slow sync Auto reduction E red eye reduction PA S M Fill flash Fill flash ome DP Red eye curtain
2. l 47 70 balance Please try again blinks Adjust exposure settings and try again e Insert another memory card iw Set Playback folder to All 66 File does not contain image ey es Delete file or reformat memory card 20 65 No Bulb in S mode Folder contains no images Insert new ink or toner cartridge in printer If error occurs with ink remaining in printer check printer 60 status Press shutter release button again If error persists consult with Nikon authorized service representa Check printer Error Press shutter release button again tive Initialization error Contact Nikon authorized service rep Contact Nikon authorized service representative resentative Help A blinking is displayed in the monitor or viewfinder indicates that a description of the current prob lem can be viewed by pressing the button 112 Technical Notes Troubleshooting Appendix The Appendix covers the following topics Available Settings and Defaults 2 0000 cccsseecsssssssssessscsssssessessssssnsssessssssssesssssssssesesssssssessessssssessessssseeees 113 The Command Dial ccc cccccccccccccssseesccssssecsccsssecsesssssscecssssseccsssuseccessussecesssuseecsssussessssussecsssusseecsssustecsesnsssesssneess 115 Memory Card Capacity and Image Quality Size oo ccccssssseesssscsssssssuessssscssssssnessesesssssssueeeeeeeen 116 Exposure Program Mode P ooo ccccccccccsccss
3. The Built in Flash The built in flash can be used with CPU lenses with focal lengths of 18 300mm The flash may be unable to light the entire subject with the following lenses at ranges less than those given below Lens Min range F 30m 9ft 10in 20m 6ft 7in AF S ED 17 35mm f 2 8G Om 3ft 3in 0 6m 2ft 3in 15m 4ft 11 in AF S DX ED 17 55 mm f 2 8G TOm 3ft 3in 45 55 MM 0 6m 2ft 3in E p 1 0m 3 3in AF ED 18 35mm f 3 5 4 5D Sea OE ae re j 10m Z 3ft 3i AF S 18 70mM 1 3 5 4 5G 2470mm 06m 2ft Bin 25m 8ft Zin AF 20 35 mm f 2 8D TOm 3ft 3in 06m 2ft 3in i E 2 1 0m 3ft 3in AF S VR ED 24 120mm f 3 5 5 6G Soa Se Oe ee 15m 4ft Tin ASTD OOA aR 5070mm O6m 2ft 3in 250mm 25m 8ft 2in AF S VR ED 200 400 mm f 4G 300 400 mm 2 0m 6ft 7in 98 Technical Notes Optional Accessories Optional Flash Units Speedlights The accessory shoe allows SB series Speedlights including the SB 400 800 600 80DX 28DX 28 27 23 22S and 29S to be mounted directly on the camera without a sync cable It is equipped witha P safety lock for Speedlights with a locking pin such as the SB 800 FF x and SB 600 Before attaching an optional flash unit remove the 7 accessory shoe cover The built in flash will not fire when an optional Speedlight is attached When used with compatible flash units such as the optional SB 400 SB 800 and SB 600 Speedlights or SB R200 wireless remote Speedlight the D4
4. Do not leave the lens pointed at the sun Do not leave the lens pointed at the sun or other strong light source for an extended period Intense light may cause the image sensor to deteriorate or produce a white blur effect in photo graphs Blooming Vertical white streaks may appear in photographs of the sun or other strong light sources This phenomenon known as blooming can be prevented by reducing the amount of light that falls on the image sensor either by choosing a slow shutter speed and small aperture or by using an ND filter Do not touch the shutter curtain The shutter curtain is extremely thin and easily damaged Under no circum stances should you exert pressure on the curtain poke it with cleaning tools or subject it to powerful air currents from a blower These actions could scratch deform or tear the curtain Handle all moving parts with care Do not apply force to the bat tery chamber card slot or connector covers These parts are especially susceptible to damage Lens contacts Keep the lens contacts clean Turn the product off before removing or disconnecting the power source Do not unplug the product or remove the battery 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 on
5. reduction slow Red eye Rear curtain sync reduction sync Slow sync Slow sync red eye reduction SLOW is displayed after command dial is released Flash modes are described below e AUTO auto flash When lighting is poor or subject is back lit flash pops up automatically when shut ter release button is pressed halfway and fires as required e red eye reduction Use for portraits AF assist lamp lights before flash fires reducing red eye e SLOW slow sync Shutter speed slows automatically to capture background lighting at night or under low light Use to include background lighting in portraits gt REAR rear curtain sync Flash fires just before shutter closes creating the effect of a stream of light behind moving subjects If this icon is not displayed flash will fire immediately after shutter opens The Button Flash mode can also be selected by pressing the button and rotating om e the command dial In P S A and M modes press the button once to iw raise the flash and then select a flash mode by pressing the button and RS rotating the command dial Custom Settings YX 76 78 Use Custom Setting 10 ISO auto to adjust sensitivity for optimal flash output Custom Setting 14 Built in Flash can be used for manual flash control aoo ma ol SEES Reference More on Photography All Modes Using the Built in Flash 35 36 The Built in Flash Use with CPU lenses with focal leng
6. Is there an automatic playback slide show option Can view my photos on TV How do copy photos to my computer How do print photographs Can print photos without a computer Can print the date on my photographs How do order professional prints How do bring out details in shadows Can get rid of red eye Can crop photographs on the camera Can create a monochrome copy of a photograph Can create a copy with different colors Can make a small copy of a photograph Can overlay two photos to make a single image Key phrase Camera playback Photo info Photo info highlights Deleting individual photos Delete layback zoom rotect Slide show elevision playback Connecting to a computer Printing photographs Printing via USB ime stamp DPOF rint set D lighting ed eye correction U U 3 Monochrome Filter effects Small picture mage overlay Page Q amp A Index iX cM Life Long Learning As part of Nikon s Life Long Learning commitment to ongoing product support and education con tinually updated information is available on line at the following sites e For users in the U S A http www nikonusa com e For users in Europe and Africa http www 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 questi
7. Nikon The Nikon Guide to Digital Photography with the D DIGITAL CAMERA C Where to Find It Find what you re looking for from L The Table of Contents D gt See pages v vi Find items by function or menu name LI The Q amp A Index gt See pages vii ix Know what you want to do but don t know the function name Find it from the question and answer index L The Index See pages 123 125 Search by key word L Error Messages See pages 111 112 If a warning is displayed in the viewfinder or monitor find the solution here i Troubleshooting D gt See pages 108 110 Camera behaving unexpectedly Find the solution here Use the camera s on board help feature for help on menu items and other topics See page 3 for details Digitutor Digitutor a series of watch and learn manuals in movie form is available from the following website http www nikondigitutor com index_eng html Introduction a Tutorial Photography and Playback o More on Photography All Modes 5D P S A and M Modes Reference More on Playback M g Connecting to a Computer Printer or TV Playback Options The Playback Menu ir Shooting Options The Shooting Menu iQ S Menu Guide Custom Settings lt e Basic Camera Settings The Setup Menu Creating Retouched Copies The Retouch Menu ik Technical Notes e 4 Technical Notes For
8. Speedlight i TTL balanced fill flash for digital SLR is used in all other cases Shutter Speeds Available with the Built in Flash The following shutter speeds are available when the built in flash is used Mode Shutter speed Mode Shutter speed ee 2 GPA 1 500 1 60 S 1 500 1 S O 1 500 1 125 S S M 1 500 305 Aperture Sensitivity and Flash Range Flash range varies with sensitivity ISO equivalency and aperture Aperture at ISO equivalent of Range m m m m m R 2 28 4 56 10 75 3it3in 24ft n a LC f s e n 06 38 manen s 8 n f e 06 27 nerion eeh 3 I 2A Ti is 2 32 oo nan 2 32 06 07 n Supported Standards DCF Version 2 0 The Design Rule for Camera File Systems DCF is a standard widely used in the digital camera industry to ensure compatibility among different makes of camera DPOF Digital Print Order Format DPOF is an industry wide standard that allows pictures to be printed from print orders stored on the memory card Exif version 2 21 The D40 supports Exif Exchangeable Image File Format for Digital Still Cameras version 2 21 a standard in which information stored with photographs is used for optimal color reproduction when the images are output on Exif compliant printers e PictBridge A standard developed through cooperation with the digital camera and printer industries allowing photographs to be output directly to a printer without first trans
9. area mode AF area mode Custom Set tings menu 24 75 AF assist Custom Settings menu 76 AF assist illuminator 2 23 76 AF C See Focus mode AF S See Focus mode AF S AF I See Lens AF S AF I Aperture 6 39 44 117 maximum 28 42 43 101 minimum 8 39 42 43 Aperture priority auto 39 42 Autoexposure lock 46 77 See also AE lock Autofocus See Focus Auto image rotation setup menu 88 Auto meter off 14 Gy auto mode 4 15 17 Auto off timers Custom Set tings menu 78 Auto shooting info setup menu 83 B BASIC See Image quality Battery 7 9 10 15 103 106 107 121 See also Clock bat tery EN EL9 7 9 10 103 121 inserting 9 10 life 121 storage 106 107 Beep Custom Settings menu 74 Black and white 68 92 Blur reducing 32 41 44 See also Self timer Shooting mode delayed remote Shooting mode quick response remote Brightness See Exposure Flash level LCD brightness Monitor brightness of Built in flash Custom Set tings menu 78 Bulb See Long time exposures Burst See Shooting mode continuous C Camera Control Pro 56 103 Capture NX 31 87 103 Center weighted See Meter ing Clock 83 111 battery 83 Close up 4 19 Closest subject priority See Focus AF area mode CLS See Creative Lighting Sys tem Color See Color mode Filter effects Hue Saturation White balance Color mode 69 Color profile See Color mode Color space S
10. self timer Self timer Custom Settings menu 79 Self portraits See Remote con trol Self timer Sensitivity See ISO sensitivity Sepia See Monochrome Setup menu 80 88 Sharpening 69 Shooting information display 6 22 81 83 Shooting menu 68 73 Shooting mode 32 33 75 77 continuous 32 delayed remote 32 33 quick response remote 32 33 self timer 32 33 77 single frame 32 Shutter 17 41 speed 6 39 44 See also Exposure Shutter priority auto 39 41 Single area AF See Focus AF area mode Single frame See Shooting mode single frame Single servo autofocus See Focus autofocus mode Size See Image size Slide show See Slide show Slide show playback menu 67 Slow sync See Flash mode Small picture retouch menu 92 93 Speedlight See Flash Spot See Metering sRGB See Color mode T Television 62 103 Time 11 83 See also Clock World time Time exposure See Long time exposures Thumbnail See Playback thumbnail Trim retouch menu 91 Tone compensation 69 Two button reset 38 U USB 55 56 57 58 84 cable 55 56 57 58 Mass storage 55 84 PTP 55 84 USB setup menu 55 84 V Video cable 62 103 Video device 62 Video mode setup menu 62 83 VIDEO OUT 2 62 Viewfinder 5 14 16 102 111 112 accessories 102 focus 14 indicators 5 111 112 Viewing photographs See Playback W white balance indicator 6 49 70 72 White balance 49 70 72 See also C
11. 5 a 00 00 Back Move OKOK Back E an Display options for highlighted setting Highlight desired option Press fp to return to Step 3 without modifying setting Back Move OOK Image size ua NOR I E __ Ja 00 a4 00 Back Move OKOK Select option Repeat Steps 3 6 to change Take pictures Monitor turns off while shutter other settings or press 4f to return to Step 1 release button is pressed Reference More on Photography All Modes The Shooting Information Display Focus can be adjusted automatically see Focus Mode below or manually amp 28 The user can also select the focus area for automatic or manual focus 4 24 25 or use focus lock to focus to recompose photographs after focusing 26 Focus Mode Controls used ORERE Choose how the camera focuses AF S and AF C are available only in P S A and M modes Focus mode Description E Camera automatically selects single servo autofocus when subject is judged AF A to be stationary continuous servo autofocus when subject is judged to be default setting moving Shutter can be released if camera is able to focus For stationary subjects Focus locks when shutter release button is pressed halfway Shutter can be released if camera is able to focus Continuous For moving subjects Camera focuses continuously while shutter release but servo AF ton is pressed halfway Shutter can be released if c
12. AR 41 freeze or blur motion A Aperture priority User chooses aperture camera selects shutter speed for best results Use to auto A 42 blur background or bring both foreground and background into focus User controls both shutter soeed and aperture Set shutter speed to bulb M Manual 43 w i 43 or for long time exposures Lens Aperture Ring When using a CPU lens equipped with an aperture ring lock the aperture ring at the minimum aperture highest f number Type G lenses are not equipped with an aperture ring Non CPU lenses can only be used in exposure mode M when aperture can be adjusted manually using the lens aperture ring in other modes the shutter release will be disabled The camera exposure meter and a variety of other features can not be used 4 97 A 10 1S0 Auto 76 Use this option to enable auto ISO sensitivity control in P S A and M modes Exposure The same exposure can be achieved with different combinations of shutter speed and aperture allowing you to freeze or blur motion and control depth of field The following figure shows how shutter speed and aperture affect exposure Shutter speed Aperture Slow shutter speed Large aperture small f number Reference P S A and M Modes 39 Mode P Programmed Auto In this mode the camera automatically adjusts shutter soeed and aperture for optimal exposure in most situations This mode is recommended for snapshot
13. If using a zoom lens zoom all the way in The same reference image can be used for photographs taken with different lenses or at different apertures Reference images can not be viewed using computer imaging software A grid pattern is displayed when reference images are viewed on the camera 102NCD40 DSC_0002 NDF 2007 01 01 10 42 46 Image Dust Off is used to reduce the effects of dust in NEF RAW photographs See the Capture NX manual for more information Menu Guide Basic Camera Settings The Setup Menu 87 88 Auto Image Rotation Photographs taken while On the default option is selected con tain information on camera orientation allowing them to be rotated automatically during playback 50 or when viewed in Capture NX available separately 4 103 or PictureProject The following orientations are recorded aan T i T I i ie Euo Wo 7 Landscape wide Camera rotated 90 Camera rotated 90 orientation clockwise counter clockwise Auto image rotation In continuous mode 32 orientation recorded for first shot applies to all images in same burst even if camera orientation is changed during shooting Camera orientation is not recorded when Off is selected Choose this option when taking photographs with the lens pointing up or down Menu Guide Basic Camera Settings The Setup Menu Creating Retouched Copies The Retouch Menu The options
14. Playback zoom is not avail able when small pictures are displayed Menu Guide Creating Retouched Copies The Retouch Menu 93 Image Overlay Image overlay combines two existing RAW photographs to create a single picture that is saved separately from the originals The new picture is saved at current image quality and size settings before creating an overlay set image quality and size 30 all options are available To create a RAW image choose an image quality of NEF RAW 1 Highlight Image overlay in the retouch menu and press the multi selector right The preview dialog shown at right will be Image 1 Image 2 Preview displayed with Image 1 highlighted Zoom Select 2 Press OK A picture selection dialog will be displayed 3 Press the multi selector left or right to highlight the first pho tograph in the overlay To view the highlighted photograph full frame press and hold the button Done 4 Press OK to select the highlighted image and return to the pre view display The selected image will appear as Image 1 gF image oF i x 1 0 Zoom Select 5 Optimize exposure for the overlay by pressing the multi selec tor up or down to select the gain for image 1 from between 0 1 and 2 0 The default value is 1 0 selecting 0 5 cuts gain in half while selecting 2 0 doubles gain The effects of gain are visible in the Preview column 6 Press the multi selector left or right to highlight Image 2
15. amp button 3 Frame a photograph focus and shoot 42 Reference P S A and M Modes Mode A Aperture Priority Auto In manual exposure mode you control both shutter speed and aperture Shutter speed can be set to values between 30s and o00s or the shutter can be held open for indefinitely for longer exposures os amp amp Aperture can be set to values between the minimum and max imum values for the lens To take photographs in manual exposure mode 1 Rotate the mode dial to M Rotate the command dial to choose a shutter speed see the illustration at left below To set aperture below right rotate the command dial while pressing the but ton to display shutter soeed and aperture in the monitor press the amp button Check exposure in the electronic analog exposure displays see note below OF Xo R Pp 2000000 a 3 Frame a photograph focus and shoot Electronic Analog Exposure Display If a CPU lens is attached and a shutter speed other than byes amp amp is selected the electronic analog exposure displays in the viewfinder and shooting information display show whether the photograph would be under or over exposed at current settings If the limits of the exposure metering system are exceeded the displays will flash Display Description Foi i Optimal exposure 0 ___ If indicator is to right of 0 picture will be underexposed Display
16. 117 remove lens hoods when using the flash If the flash is raised photographs can only be taken when the flash ready indicator 4 is displayed If the flash ready indicator is not displayed remove your fin ger briefly from the shutter release button and try again To save battery power when the flash is not in use return it to its closed position by pressing it gently downward till the latch clicks into place For more information on using the flash see page 34 Tutorial Point and Shoot Photography 4 Mode ap Take photograph 17 18 Creative Photography Digital Vari Programs In addition to gy the D40 offers a choice of seven Digital Vari Program modes Selecting a program automatically optimizes settings to suit the selected scene making creative pho tography as easy as rotating the mode dial Mode Description amp Auto flash off For pictures that do not use the flash Portrait For portraits Landscape For natural and man made landscapes Child For pictures of children Sports For moving subjects W Close up For close up shots of flowers insects and other small objects Night portrait For portraits taken under low light To take photographs in Digital Vari Program modes 1 Rotate the mode dial to select a Digital Vari Program mode 2 Frame a photograph in the viewfinder focus and shoot Digital Vari Program modes are described below Auto Flash Off The built
17. 300mm f 2 8D IF viewfinder as guide 300mm f 4D IF 400mm f 2 8D II IF 400mm f 2 8D IF 500mm f 4D 7 With maximum aperture of f 5 6 or faster II IF 500mm f 4D IF 600mm 4D II IF 600mm 4D IF Type G and D Lenses Type Gand D AF S and AF CPU lenses 45 are recommended for use with the D40 Type G and D lenses support 3D color matrix metering II 4 45 Vibration reduction is available with Type G and D VR lenses only Non CPU Lenses The non CPU lenses listed below may be used but only when the camera is in mode M Selecting another mode disables the shutter release Aperture must be adjusted manually via the lens aperture ring the camera autofocus system metering electronic analog exposure display and TTL flash control can not be used Except where otherwise noted the electronic range finder can be used with lenses that have a maximum aperture of f 5 6 or faster Al modified Al Al S or Series E Nikkor Al type teleconverter e Medical Nikkor 120mm f 4 can only be used at shut PB 6 Bellows focusing attachment attach in vertical ter soeeds slower than 1 125s orientation can be used in horizontal orientation e Reflex Nikkor electronic range finder can not be used once attached e PC Nikkor electronic range finder can not be used Auto extension rings PK 11A 12 13 PN 11 when shifting or tilting lens Electronic range finder can be used if maximum effective aperture is f 5 6 or fas
18. 3EV to 1 EV in increments of EV changing the brightness of the main subject rela tive to the background Flash output can be increased to make the main subject appear brighter or reduced to prevent unwanted highlights or reflections Flash compensation is shown in the shooting information display Normal flash output can be restored by setting flash compensa tion to 0 0 Flash exposure compensation is not reset when the camera is turned off Flash level a o4 Boomeer je IES The E Button Flash compensation can also be adjusted by pressing the H4 and BN buttons and rotating the command dial until the desired value is shown in the viewfinder or shooting information display The viewfinder display is illustrated at right Q X fey caw ras um S 8 Flash Level 76 Flash compensation can also be adjusted from the Custom Settings menu 48 Reference P S A and M Modes Exposure White Balance Controls used White balance White balance 0 0 0 0 White balance ensures that colors are unaffected by the color of the light source Auto white balance is recommended for most light sources if necessary other values can be selected according to the type of source The following options are available in P S A and M modes Auto is automatically selected in Digital Vari Program modes Option Description AUTO Auto 2 Camera sets white balance
19. CPU lens See Lens non CPU NORMAL See Image quality Number of exposures remain ing 5 6 15 0 Optimize image shooting menu 68 69 Options See Accessories optional P P See Programmed auto PictBridge 57 61 117 PictureProject 31 55 56 57 88 103 Picture Transfer Protocol See USB PTP flexible program indicator 5 40 Playback 20 50 54 full frame 20 50 menu 65 67 thumbnail 52 zoom 53 Playback folder playback menu 66 Portraits See Z portrait mode Fg night portrait mode Optimize image PRE See White balance preset Printing 57 61 See also Pict Bridge Print set DPOF Print set DPOF playback menu 60 61 67 Programmed auto 39 40 Protecting photographs 54 PTP See USB PTP Q Quality See Image quality R RAW See Image quality NEF RAW Rear curtain sync See Flash mode Red eye correction retouch menu 91 Red eye reduction See Flash mode Remote See Accessories optional Shooting mode delayed remote Shooting mode quick response remote Remote control 32 33 103 Remote on duration Cus tom Settings menu 79 Reset See Reset Reset Custom Settings menu 74 Retouch menu 89 95 Rotate tall playback menu 66 Rotating photographs 66 88 S S See Image size S See Shutter priority auto S single frame shooting indicator 32 Saturation 68 69 SD See Memory card Secure Digital See Memory card Self timer See Shooting mode
20. EN EL9 battery is not charged at shipment Charge the battery using the sup plied MH 23 battery charger as described below i 1 Charge the battery 1 1 Remove the terminal cover from the battery 1 2 Connect the power cord to the charger and plug it in 1 3 Place the battery in the charger The CHARGE lamp will blink as the battery charges About 90 minutes are required for an exhausted battery to fully charge 1 4 Charging is complete when the CHARGE lamp stops blink ing Remove the battery from the charger and unplug the charger v The Battery and Charger warnings and instructions provided by the battery manufacturer Do not use the battery at ambient temperatures below 0 C 32 F or above 40 C 104 F During charging the temperature should be in the vicinity of 5 35 C 41 95 F For best results charge the battery at temperatures above 20 C 68 F Battery capacity may drop if the battery is charged or used at lower temperatures Introduction First Steps 9 2 Insert the battery 2 1 After confirming that the power switch is in the off posi tion open the battery chamber cover 2 2 Insert a fully charged battery as shown at right Close the battery chamber cover Removing the Battery Turn the camera off before removing the battery To avoid shorting the battery replace the terminal cover when the battery is not in use 10 Introduction First Steps Basic Setup The first
21. Exposure is unaffected Exposure locks when the AE L AF L button is pressed and remains locked until the button is pressed again or the exposure meters turn off The AE L AF L button initiates autofocus The shutter release button can not be used to focus Both focus and exposure lock while the AE L AF L button is pressed AE lock hold AF ON 13 AE Lock If Off the default option is selected pressing the shutter release button halfway does not lock exposure If On is selected expo sure will lock when the shutter release button is pressed halfway Menu Guide Custom Settings 77 14 Built in Flash P S A and M Modes Only Choose a flash control mode for the built in flash or the optional Built in flash SB 400 Speedlight TTL default Flash output is adjusted automatically in response to shooting conditions Manual The flash fires at the level selected in the menu shown at right At full power the built in flash has a Guide Number of 18 59 ISO 200 m ft 20 C 68 F A icon flashes in the viewfinder and shooting information dis play when Manual is selected L The Optional SB 400 Speedlight When an optional SB 400 Speedlight is attached Custom Setting 14 is used to choose the flash control mode for the SB 400 and the name changes to Optional Speedlight 15 Auto off Timers Choose how long the monitor and exposure meters 14 15 Auto offtimers remain on when no operations are perf
22. Ey Retouch history Lists changes made to image using options in retouch menu 89 starting with most recent change 1 Frame number total number of images 1 Displayed if image was created using options in retouch menu rae Lay DSC_0001 JPG NORMAL 07 01 01 13 53 49 3008x2000 OPTIMIZE IMAGE AUTO 1 200 Reference More on Playback Viewing Photographs on the Camera 51 Highlights Highlights are the brightest portions of the image Details may be lost washed out in areas of highlights that are overexposed OTST SEIS cei sscstsecustssanascesost ps E E E 54 PAU HV NCUA ON caches Sead tn eon nnn dndato S 89 ey Highlights indicated by flashing border 3 Frame number total number of images Histogram A histogram is a graph showing the distribution of tones in the image The horizontal axis corresponds to pixel brightness with dark pixels at the left and bright pixels at the right The vertical axis shows the number of pixels of each brightness in the image Note that camera histograms are intended as a guide only and may differ from those displayed in imaging applications Protect AI US teenies 54 j Frame number total Retouch indicator s s 89 number of images oy Histogram Viewing Multiple Images Thumbnail Playback To display images in contact sheets of four or nine images press the button in full frame playback The following operations can be performed while thumbnails are disp
23. Introduction Getting to Know the Camera The Viewfinder Display Erg Da om a Bm 1 AA Ee ee 0 EL NEN A FAA tinin ainis MAA UKE Number of shots remaining before memory butter TS siisi 32 116 Preset white balance recording indicator 7 1 Fxposure COMPENSATION ValUe sssssssessressress 47 Flash compensation value sssri 48 PU COMMECTION IMGICALOM pinire 56 i Focus brackets focus areas 14 16 24 25 26 PA FOCUS ICICALON sicions 16 26 BE FOCUS area CISDIAY sees 14 16 24 25 26 AF area MOE cccssssssssssssesssesssssssssssssenssnsssssssssnsoseessesee 24 ME Autoexposure AE LOCK weesccccsssssssssssssesssssssessssseseeee 46 BH Flexible program indicator s 40 FM SIVELY SPECO sumein 39 44 PA Aperture F NUMDET sssri 39 44 BY Flash COMPENSATION indicator 48 J Exposure compensation INCGICATOS 47 over 1000 exposures The Viewfinder The response time and brightness of the viewfinder may vary with temperature This is normal and does not indicate a malfunction Q Large Capacity Memory Cards When enough memory remains on the memory card to record a thou sand or more pictures at current settings the number of exposures remaining will be shown in thousands rounded down to the nearest hundred e g if there is room for approximately 1 160 exposures the exposure count display will show 1 1K oa son dE A a AUTO i 5o F3 Bl S AF A a
24. P84 68 Y Custom Settings Personalize camera settings 94 74 y Setup Format memory cards and perform basic camera setup 8 80 A Retouch Create retouched copies of existing photographs 0 89 The multi selector and 0K button are used to navigate the camera menus Move cursor up Increase number Press right Return to previous menu Press left Display sub menu Press down Make selection Move cursor down Decrease number Menu Guide Using Camera Menus 63 To modify menu settings 1 SETUP MENU CSM Setup menu EEJ Format memory card Info display format U Auto shooting info SHOOTING MENU a Optimize image Image quality SHOOTING MENU Optimize image Image quality Large gt i 3 008x2 000 6 0 MP T Medium 2 256 X 1 496 3 3 MP t Small 1 504 1 000 1 5 MP Display options SHOOTING MENU i Optimize image Image quality Image size White balance ISO sensitivity Noise reduction Make selection Press the shutter release button halfway to The monitor will turn off 64 Menu Guide Using Camera Menus SETUP MENU Fg CSM Setup menu Format memory card Info display format Auto shooting info JT World time LCD brightness Z Video mode SHOOTING MENU i Optimize image Image quality Image size White balance ISO sensi
25. Settings other than Custom use the sRGB color space LY Color Space The color space determines the gamut of colors available for color reproduction sRGB is for general use while Adobe RGB is used in publishing and commercial printing Menu Guide Shooting Options The Shooting Menu Customizing Image Enhancement Options Custom Select Custom to make separate adjustments to the following options After adjusting set tings highlight Done and press OK Image sharpening Choose how much outlines are sharpened dur ing shooting Choose high settings for sharp outlines low set tings for softer outlines Default setting Auto Tone compensation Control contrast Lower settings prevent loss of detail in highlights under harsh lighting or in direct sunlight Higher settings preserve detail in misty landscapes and other low contrast subjects Choose Custom to select a user defined tone curve created using Camera Control Pro available sepa rately 4103 See the Camera Control Pro manual for details Default setting Auto e Color mode Control color reproduction Photos taken in modes la and Illa are adapted to the sRGB color space and are suited for printing or use as is with no further modification Choose la for portrait shots and Illa for nature or landscape shots Mode II is Optimize image mage sharpening 2 More contrast wy Color mode Ia I a sRGB 1 I AdobeRGB g t adapted to
26. Your Safety To prevent damage to your Nikon product or injury to yourself or to others read the follow ing 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 To prevent possible injury read all warnings before using this Nikon product WARNINGS A A gt gt A A A A Do not look at the sun through the viewfinder Viewing the sun or other strong light source through the viewfinder could cause permanent visual impair ment Using the viewfinder diopter control When operating the viewfinder diopter control with your eye to the viewfinder care should be taken not to put your finger in your eye accidentally Turn off immediately in the event of malfunction Should you notice smoke or an unusual smell coming from the equipment or AC adapter available sepa rately unplug the AC adapter and remove the battery immediately taking care to avoid burns Continued operation could result in injury After removing the battery take the equipment to a Nikon authorized ser vice center for inspection Do not disassemble Touching the product s internal parts could result in injury In the event of malfunction the product should be repaired only by a qualified
27. and size are reflected in the number of exposures remaining as shown in the shooting information dis play and viewfinder 5 6 The approximate maximum file size of individual photographs and the total number of pictures that can be recorded at the selected setting are also shown in the shooting information display while image quality or size options are displayed 30 Actual file size and memory card capacity may differ Typical file sizes are listed on page 116 Reference More on Photography All Modes Image Quality and Size 29 Image Quality Image quality RAW a E BASIC The camera supports the following image quality options listed in descending order by image quality and file size Option Format Description Compressed raw data from the image sensor are saved directly to memory card oe MEE Choose for images that will be retouched on a computer FINE Images are compressed less than NORM producing higher quality images Com pression ratio roughly 1 4 NORM JPEG a ee l PR l deruli Best choice in most situations Compression ratio roughly 1 8 BASIC Smaller file size suited to e mail or the Web Compression ratio roughly 1 16 RAW B NEF JPEG oe are recorded one NEF RAW image and one basic quality JPEG Image Size Controls used moete Image size is measured in pixels The following options are available Image size Size pixels Approximate size when printed at 200 dpi L default 3 008
28. and viewfinder Check the number of exposures remain ing If there is not enough memory to store additional photo graphs at current settings the display will flash as shown at right No further pictures can be taken until the mem ory card has been replaced or photographs have been deleted A 20 65 Card is full _ soo 2am ON P YD 25 F55 te Sauro Ga 00 fia 00 2 Rotate the mode dial to 8 auto mode 15 Tutorial Point and Shoot Photography 4 Mode 3 Frame a photograph in the viewfinder 3 1 Hold the camera as shown Q Holding the Camera Hold the handgrip in your right hand and cradle the camera body or lens with your left Keep your elbows propped lightly against your torso for support and place one foot half a pace ahead of the other to keep you upper body stable 3 2 Frame a photo in the viewfinder with the main subject positioned in any of the three focus areas Q Using a Zoom Lens Use the zoom ring to zoom in on the subject so that it fills a larger area of the frame or zoom out to increase the area visible in the final photograph select longer focal lengths to zoom in shorter focal lengths to zoom out 4 Focus and shoot 4 1 Press the shutter release button halfway The camera will automatically select the focus area containing the subject closest to the camera and focus on this subject If the sub ject is dark the AF assist ill
29. be damaged Contact retailer or Nikon This card can not be used blinks authorized service representative e Delete unwanted files or insert new memory card This card is not formatted Far Fonmnatthertard Dink Format memory card 13 81 m Reduce image quality or size Card is full e Delete photographs e Insert new memory card e Choose lower ISO sensitivity e Increase shutter speed Subject is too bright e Choose smaller aperture larger f number e Use optional Neutral Density ND filter e Choose higher ISO sensitivity Subject is too dark Decrease shutter speed e Choose larger aperture smaller f number Technical Notes Troubleshooting 111 Message Viewfinder Solution OSO O Flash has fired at full power View photo if underex 20 45 posed adjust settings and try again 48 50 76 78 blinks e Built in flash is lowered raise built in flash e Flash head on optional SB 400 Speedlight is in 4 7 irae position blinks gt amp is unable to fully illuminate subject at cur rent lens focal length Increase distance to subject this warning is not displayed with other optional Speedlights Flash is in TTL mode Choose another setting or use a CPU cine Change flash control mode for optional Speedlight lens Pes on blinks Change shutter speed or select mode M 39 44 blinks Unable to measure white rna amp a Camera unable to measure preset white balance
30. command dial until the desired shutter speed is displayed in the viewfinder shutter speed can also be dis played in the monitor by pressing the amp button 3 Frame a photograph focus and shoot Shutter Speed and Camera Shake To prevent blur caused by camera shake the shutter soeed should be faster than the inverse of the focal length of the lens in seconds for example when using a lens with a focal length of 300mm choose a shutter speed faster than s00s A tripod is recommended when shooting at slower shutter speeds To prevent blur try increasing ISO sensitivity A 37 using the built in flash 34 or an optional Speedlight 99 mounting the camera on a tripod or using a vibration reduction VR lens Reference P S A and M Modes Mode S Shutter Priority Auto 41 Mode A Aperture Priority Auto In aperture priority auto you choose the aperture from values between the minimum and maximum for the lens while the camera automatically selects the shutter speed that will produce the optimal exposure Small apertures high f numbers increase depth of field bringing both the main subject and background into focus Large apertures low f num bers soften background details To take photographs in aperture priority auto 1 Rotate the mode dial to A a Rotate the command dial until the desired aperture is dis played in the viewfinder aperture can also be displayed inthe 5 monitor by pressing the
31. flash Can the flash fire automatically when needed How do keep the flash from firing How do prevent red eye Can take pictures under low light without the flash Can control how the camera focuses How do focus on a moving subject How do choose where the camera focuses Can change the composition after focusing How do improve image quality How do take bigger photographs How can get more photos on the memory card Can take photos at a reduced size for e mail Q amp A Index Key phrase Digital Vari Program modes Auto flash off mode Portrait mode Landscape mode Child mode Sports mode Close up mode Night portrait mode Shooting information display Shooting mode gt Cc ot O O on MD Exposure P S A and M modes Mode S shutter priority auto Mode A aperture priority auto Exposure compensation Long time exposures Flash photography flash mode Red eye reduction SO sensitivity Autofocus Focus mode Focus area Focus lock Image quality and size 22 32 33 33 39 4 42 47 44 34 oS 3 2 23 25 26 29 30 Viewing Printing and Retouching Photographs Question Can I view my photographs on the camera Can view more information about photos Why parts of my photos blink How do get rid of an unwanted photo Can delete several photos at once Can zoom in on pictures to make sure they re in focus Can protect photos from accidental deletion
32. focus operation in single servo AF AF S or single servo AF selected in AF A autofocus mode Choose Off to disable the AF assist illuminator Note that when the illuminator is off the camera may not be able to focus on poorly lit subjects using autofocus 10 ISO Auto P S A and M Modes Only If Off the default setting is selected ISO sensitivity will remain 10150 auto fixed at the value selected by the user 37 If On is selected i ISO sensitivity will automatically be adjusted if optimal exposure On cas can not be achieved at the selected value flash level is adjusted ole appropriately The maximum value for auto ISO sensitivity can be selected using the Max sensitivity option In modes P and A sensitivity will only be adjusted if underexposure would result at the shutter speed selected for Min shutter speed slower shutter soeeds may be used if optimal exposure can not be achieved at the value selected for maximum sensitivity When On is selected the viewfinder and shooting information display show IS0 AUTO Unless a flash is used these indicators blink when sensitivity is altered from the value selected by the user Note that noise is more likely at higher sensitivities Z ISO Auto Auto ISO control is not available at an ISO sensitivity of HI 1 Foreground subjects may be underexposed in photos taken with the flash at slow shutter speeds in daylight or against a bright background Choose a flash mode o
33. in the retouch menu are used to create trimmed ____RETOUCH MENU Py D lighting resized or retouched copies of the photographs on the memory Fy Red eye correction card The following options are available options displayed may t eee z Fi ff differ if My menu is selected for the CSM Setup menu option in aimions 21 Image overlay the setup menu 8 80 See Using Camera Menus 63 for more information on using the menus D lighting Brighten dark or back lit subjects or produce effects similar to the flash 90 Red eye correction Correct red eye caused by the flash 91 Trim Create cropped copies of existing photographs 91 Monochrome Copy pictures in black and white sepia or cyanotype 92 Filter effects Create copies with color filter effects 92 Small picture Create small copies of existing photographs 92 93 Image overlay Combine two RAW photographs into a single image 94 95 Not available with photographs taken with Black and white selected for Optimize image Except in the case of Image overlay the photographs to be retouched can be selected in full frame playback or from the retouch menu In full frame playback 2 Red eye correction Trim Monochrome Q Filter effects f Small picture 100NCD40 DSC_0001 JPG NORMAL 2007 01 01 13 53 49 3008x2000 Display photo in full frame playback 20 50 100NQ330 DSC_0001 JPG ORMA 2007 01 01 11 05 28 3008x2 3 E D ligh
34. not turn the camera off until cleaning or inspection is complete Do not remove or disconnect the power source while the mirror is raised e If the battery runs low while the mirror is raised a beep will sound and the AF assist illuminator will blink to warn that the shutter curtain will close and the mirror will be lowered after about two min utes End cleaning or inspection immediately Technical Notes Caring for the Camera 105 Caring for the Camera and Battery Cautions Do not drop The product may malfunction if subjected to strong shocks or vibration Keep dry This product is not waterproof and may malfunc tion if immersed in water or exposed to high levels of humidity Rusting of the internal mechanism can cause irreparable damage Avoid sudden changes in temperature Sudden changes in tem perature such as occur when entering or leaving a heated building on a cold day can cause condensation inside the device To prevent condensation place the device in a car rying case or plastic bag before exposing it to sudden changes in temperature 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
35. or spot metering is used exposure will be based on lighting conditions in the background and the main subject may not be correctly exposed This can be prevented by using autoexposure lock 1 Select mode P S or A and choose center weighted or spot metering exposure lock has no effect in mode M 2 Position the subject in the selected focus area when using center weighted metering position the subject in the center focus area Press the shutter release button halfway and con firm that the in focus indicator appears in the viewfinder Then keeping the shutter release button pressed halfway and the subject positioned in the selected focus area press the AE L AF L button to lock exposure While exposure lock is in effect an EL indicator will appear in the viewfinder 3 Keeping the AE L AF L button pressed recompose the photo graph and shoot Adjusting Shutter Speed and Aperture While exposure lock is in effect the following settings can be adjusted without altering the metered value for exposure Mode Setting Programmed auto Shutter speed and aperture flexible program AR 40 Shutter priority auto Shutter speed Aperture priority auto Aperture The new values can be confirmed in the viewfinder and shooting information display Note that the metering method can not be changed while exposure lock is in effect changes to metering take effect when the lock is released 12 AE L AF L 877 This option cont
36. other device check that device supports SDHC Operation is not guaranteed with other makes of card Contact the manufacturer for details on the above cards v Memory Cards e Format memory cards in the camera before first use e Turn the power off before inserting or removing memory cards Do not remove memory cards from the camera turn the camera off or remove or disconnect the power source during formatting or while data are being recorded deleted or copied to a computer Failure to observe these precau tions could result in loss of data or in damage to the camera or card e Do not touch the card terminals with your fingers or metal objects e Do not apply force to the card casing Failure to observe this precaution could damage the card e Do not bend drop or subject to strong physical shocks e Do not expose to heat water high levels of humidity or direct sunlight 102 Technical Notes Optional Accessories Accessories for the D40 At the time of writing the following accessories were available for the D40 Up to date infor mation is available at Nikon websites or from our latest product catalogs EN EL9 rechargeable Li ion battery Additional EN EL9 batteries are available from local retailers and Nikon service representatives ower EH 5 AC adapter Use to power the camera for extended periods EP 5 AC adapter connec tor required available separately EP 5 AC adapter connector Connect the EH 5 to the
37. provided or sold by Nikon for the pur pose to maintain compliance with product regulations CD ROMs CD ROMs containing software or manuals 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 N Avoid contact with liquid crystal A Observe caution when using the flash Do not operate the flash with the flash window touch ing a person or object Failure to observe this precau tion could result in burns or fire Using the flash close to the subject s eyes could cause temporary visual impairment Particular care should be observed when photographing infants when the flash should be no less than one meter 39in from the subject Should the monitor break care should be taken to avoid injury due to broken glass and to prevent the liquid crystal from the monitor touching the skin or entering the eyes or mouth No part of the manuals included with this product may be reproduced transmitted transcribed stored in a retrieval system or translated into any language in any form by any means without Nikon s prior written permission e Nikon reserves the right to change the specifications of the hardware and software described in these manuals at any time and without prior notice Notices for Customers in the U S A gt Nikon will not be held liable for any damages resulting from the use of this product e While every effort has been made
38. technician Should the product break open as the result of a fall or other acci dent remove the battery and or AC adapter and then take the product to a Nikon authorized service center for inspection Do not use 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 Keep out of reach of children Failure to observe this precaution could result in injury Do not place the strap around the neck of an infant or child Placing the camera strap around the neck of an infant or child could result in strangulation Observe proper precautions when handling batteries Batteries may leak or explode if improperly handled Observe the following precautions when handling bat teries for use in this product Use only batteries approved for use in this equipment Do not short or disassemble the battery Be sure the product is off before replacing the battery If you are using an AC adapter be sure it is unplugged For Your Safety Do not attempt to insert the battery upside down or backwards Do not expose the battery to flame or to excessive heat Do not immerse in or expose to water e Replace the terminal cover when transporting the bat tery Do not transport or store the battery with metal objects such as necklaces or hairpins Batteries are prone to leakage when fully discharged To avoid damage to the product be sure to remo
39. terminal cover before putting the battery away Notes on the monitor The monitor may contain a few pixels that are always lit or that do not light This is common to all TFT LCD monitors and does not indicate a malfunction Images recorded with the product are unaffected Images in the monitor may be difficult to see in a bright light Do not apply pressure to the monitor as this could cause damage or malfunction Dust or lint on the monitor can be removed with a blower Stains can be removed by wiping lightly with a soft cloth or chamois leather Should the mon itor break care should be taken to avoid injury from broken glass and to prevent liquid crystal from the monitor touch ing the skin or entering the eyes and mouth Batteries Dirt on the battery terminals can prevent the cam era from functioning and should be removed with a soft dry cloth before use After removing the battery from the camera be sure to replace the terminal cover Charge the battery before use When taking photographs on important occasions ready a spare EN EL9 battery and keep it fully charged Depending on your location it may be difficult to purchase replacement batteries on short notice On cold days the capacity of batteries tends to decrease Be sure the battery is fully charged before taking photographs outside in cold weather Keep a spare battery in a warm place and exchange the two as necessary Once warmed a cold battery may recover some o
40. the Adobe RGB color space which supports a wider gamut of colors than sRGB Mode II is the preferred choice for photos that will be extensively processed or retouched Default setting llla SRBG Saturation Control the vividness of colors Choose Moderate for less saturated colors Enhanced for more vivid colors Default setting Auto amp 0 Normal amp Moderate amp Enhanced e Hue adjustment Hue can be adjusted between 9 to 9 in incre ments of 3 the degrees refer to the color wheel often used to express hue Positive values make reds more orange greens more blue and blues more purple Negative values make reds more purple blues more green and greens more yellow Default setting 0 Pe pHue adjustment Color Mode Modes la and llla are recommended for photos that will be printed without modification or viewed in applications that do not support color management If the application supports color management choose the Adobe RGB color space when opening photos taken in mode Il Menu Guide Shooting Options The Shooting Menu 69 Image Quality Select image quality 30 Image quality NEF RAW JPEG fine JPEG normal JPEG basic NEF RAW JPEG basic Image Size Choose image size 30 Large F 3 008 2 000 6 0 MP OX Medium 2 256 X 1 496 3 3 MP te Small 1 504 1 000 1 5 MP White Balance P S A and M Modes Nine options are available for whit
41. to highlight a photograph To view the highlighted photograph full screen press and hold the button 1 Programmed auto Hann Feo S0 3 Press OK to select the highlighted picture and return to the setup menu Menu Guide Basic Camera Settings The Setup Menu Auto Shooting Info Choose whether to automatically display shooting information in Auto shooting info the monitor in Digital Vari Program 6 Z lag S x WY and Fy modes or P S A and M modes Select On to automatically display shooting information after the shutter release button is released If Custom Setting 7 Image review is off shooting information will also be displayed after a photograph is taken Turn Auto shoot ing info on if you find yourself frequently checking camera settings Note that even if On is selected the monitor will turn off while the shutter release button is pressed Digital Vari Program gt ON P S A M World Time Set the camera clock to the current date and time Time zone Option Description Date format i Choose the time zone The camera clock will automatically ne Time zone UTC 0 be reset to the time in the selected zone 2007 01 01 10 38 39 Date Set the camera clock AR 11 Reset the clock regularly for accurate time keeping Date Choose the order in which the month day and year are format displayed Daylight Turn daylight saving time on or off The camera clock is savingtime
42. to return to previous frame right to skip to Skip back skip ahead next frame View photo info Change photo info displayed Pause slide show Pause slide show Exit to playback menu End slide show and return to playback menu Exit to playback mode te a and return to full frame 50 or thumbnail play gt l Shutter Exit to shooting mode Press shutter release button halfway to return to shooting mode Display shooting o N A Aerie Display shooting information P22 The dialog shown at right is displayed when the show ends or when the button is pressed to pause playback Select Restart A to restart the show or Exit to return to the playback menu Re 2sFrame interva m Exit 100NCD40 DSC_0001 JPG NORMAL Print Set DPOF ee Choose Select set to select photographs for printing on a Pict gt Print set DPOF __ Bridge printer or DPOF compatible device 57 Choose Dese lect all to remove all photos from the current print order Select set gt Deselect all Menu Guide Playback Options The Playback Menu 67 68 Shooting Options The Shooting Menu The shooting menu contains the following options options dis SHOOTING MENU played may differ if My menu is selected for the CSM Setup menu option in the setup menu 80 See Using Camera White balance Menus 84 63 for more information on using the menus Naise reduction Option Description Ky Opt
43. under unusual lighting See the Menu Guide for information on other operations that can only be performed in P S A and M modes including customizing sharpening contrast color saturation and hue Optimize Image 68 69 More on Playback 8 50 View photographs on the camera Viewing Photographs on the Camera x 50 See the Menu Guide for other playback options AR 65 67 Connecting to a Computer Printer or TV 8 55 Copy photographs to a computer Connecting to a Computer x 55 Print photographs Printing Photographs x 57 View photographs on TV Viewing Photographs on TV x s 62 Reference 21 More on Photography All Modes The Shooting Information Display Pressing the button displays shooting information in the moni tor Shooting information is also displayed when the lt H gt button is pressed shooting mode only the Fn or P S and A modes only buttons are pressed and immediately after the cam era is turned on The display format depends on the option selected for Info display format in the setup menu 81 Soe H a Change shooting info The lt H gt button can be used to change the settings shown in the shooting information display __ 5 Ja ooma 00 Back Move OKOK Selected setting is highlighted 3 Image size tor Highlight desired setting Settings not available ol in current mode are grayed out and can not be selected a
44. viewing attachment The DR 6 attaches at a right angle to the viewfinder eyepiece allowing the image in the viewfinder to be viewed from above when the cam era is in portrait orientation e Nikon filters can be divided into three types screw in slip in and rear interchange Use Nikon filters other filters may interfere with autofocus or electronic range finding e The D40 can not be used with linear polarizing filters Use the C PL circular polarizing fil ter instead e The NC and L37C filters are recommended for protecting the lens e When using an R60 filter set exposure Compensation to 1 e Moir may occur if a filter is used when the subject is framed against a bright light or when a bright light source is in the frame e Center weighted metering is recommended with filters with exposure factors filter fac tors over 1x Y48 O56 R60 XO X1 C PL ND4S ND8S A2 A12 B2 B8 B12 Filters Approved Memory Cards The following SD memory cards have been tested and approved for use in the D40 All cards of the designated make and capacity can be used regardless of speed SanDisk 64MB 128MB 256MB 512MB 1GB 2GB 4GB Toshiba 64MB 128MB 256 MB 512MB 1GB 2GB Panasonic 64MB 128MB 256 MB 512MB 1GB 2GB 4GB Lexar 128MB 256MB 512MB 1GB 2GB If card will be used with card reader or other device check that device t SDHC compliant If card will be used with cardreaderor S P supports 2GB and 4GB cards
45. with Custom Setting R Reset 4 Available with optional Speedlight only Technical Notes Appendix 113 The following defaults are restored with Custom Setting R Reset AlO Z w Zi xiy AP s AM On AFA Closest subject Single frame Matix Release locked o 7 Imagerevew On eteh S 00 a SAF assist o o ooe On E S Or ar O nbutton Selftimer AE AF Tock OF vaBuit inflash dT COC SCOCSC CS CSCSCSCS m Normal 105 Tmin 1 Max sensitivity set to 800 Min shutter speed setto 1 30 Defaults for other settings are listed below Sl O Z W Six Yj N P S A m sl Playback oder Current S Side show Frame mvi 7 BiRotatetal On wjoptimeimage o EO O Nal Ziimage qualty PEG nora Simagesize Large S White balance Auto Boses OOO O oS 700 OF mpl Graphic OF 2006 01 01 00 00 00 format and time zone vary with region of sale LCD brightness Varies with region of sale 5 Varies with region of sale 2 Image commen Mass storage NCDAO OF On Focusarea o o ee sfocu ok OF g Fleiblepogram o o O Sokhi OF E Exposure compensation SSS 00 Flashmode wo Auto Auto Auto Sow Flash Auto slow sync 114 Technical Notes Appendix The Command Dial The command dial can be used in alone or in combination with other controls to adjust the following settings Changes to the affected setting are visible in the viewfinder and shoot ing
46. 0 supports the advanced Nikon Creative Lighting System CLS including i TTL flash control and Flash Color Information Communication See the Speedlight manual for details SB 400 SB 800 and SB 600 Speedlights These high performance Speedlights have Guide Numbers of 30 98 18 mm zoom cover age 53 174 35 mm zoom head position and 42 138 35 mm zoom head position respectively m ft ISO 200 20 C 68 F GNs at ISO 100 are 21 69 38 125 and 30 98 respec tively The flash head can be rotated through 90 above the horizontal for bounce flash or close up photography The SB 800 and SB 600 can also be rotated 180 left and 90 right and the SB 800 can be rotated 7 below the horizontal The SB 800 and SB 600 support auto power zoom 24 105mm and 24 85 mm respectively ensuring that the illuminating angle is adjusted in accord with lens focal length and have both a built in wide panel that can be used for an angle of 14mm the SB 800 also supports 17mm and an illuminator that can be used when adjusting settings in the dark SB R200 Wireless Remote Speedlight This high performance wireless remote Speedlight has a Guide Number of 14 49 m ft ISO 200 20 C 68 F GN at ISO 100 is 10 32 Although it can not be mounted directly on the accessory shoe it can be controlled using an optional SB 800 Speedlight or SU 800 wireless Speedlight commander The SB R200 can be hand held placed on an AS 20 Speedlight stand or mounted on the camera le
47. 2 Accessories for the D40 wa ceccccscssssssssssssssssssssssessssessnssssssessssese 103 Caring for the CaMeEra sessesssssseesssssesessseersssseesssseeessss 104 Caring for the Camera and Battery Cautions 106 Troubleshooting isis 108 Camera Error Messages and Displays cccssssssssssssessn 111 APPENdIX arrear a oven eeii EPEAT e A i 113 SpeciicatiONS ssaa hk As aa 119 Index SCOOOOOOOOHHOHHHHOHHOHHHSHHHOHHHOHHHSHHHHHHHHHHHHHHOHHHOHHHHHHOOOOE 123 Q amp A Index Find what you re looking for using this question and answer index General Questions Question Page How do use the menus 63 64 How do get more information on a menu 3 What do these indicators mean a What does this warning mean 111 112 How many more shots can take with this card 29 116 How much charge does the battery have left 15 What does exposure mean and how does it work 39 What do do with the viewfinder eyepiece cap 33 What optional flash units Speedlights can use 99 What lenses can use 97 What accessories are available for my camera 96 What memory cards can use 102 What software is available for my camera 103 Who can ask to repair or inspect my camera x How do clean the camera or lens 104 Camera Setup Question Page How do focus the viewfinder 14 How do keep the monitor from turning off 78 How do set the clock How do set the clock for daylight savings time World time Wes How do change time z
48. 4 U S A Notices for Customers in Canada CAUTION This class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference Causing Equipment Regulations Nikon D40 C CAUTIONS Modifications The FCC requires the user be notified that any changes or modifications made to this device that are not expressly approved by Nikon Corporation may void the user s author ity 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 may expose you to lead a chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm Wash hands after handling Tel 631 547 4200 ATTENTION Cet appareil num rique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du R glement sur le mat riel brouilleur du Canada Notices iv Symbol for Separate Collection in European Countries This symbol indicates that this product is to be collected separately The following apply only to users in European countries e This product is designated for separate collection at an appropriate collection point Do not dispose of as household waste For more information contact the retailer or the local authorities in charge of waste management Notice Concerning Prohibition of Co
49. Accessories Use only Nikon Speedlights Negative voltages or voltages over 250V applied to the accessory shoe could not only prevent normal operation but damage the sync circuitry of the camera or flash Before using a Nikon Speedlight not listed in this section contact a Nikon authorized service representative for more information The AS 15 Accessory Shoe Adapter When the AS 15 accessory shoe adapter available separately is mounted on the camera accessory shoe flash accessories can be connected via a sync cable 100 Technical Notes Optional Accessories Notes on Optional Speedlights Refer to the Speedlight manual for detailed instructions If the Speedlight supports the Creative Light ing System refer to the section on CLS compatible digital SLR cameras The D40 is not included in the digital SLR category in the SB 80DX SB 28DX and SB 50DX manuals If an optional Speedlight is attached with the camera in Ay Z gl amp x WY or Aj mode the built in flash will turn off and the optional Speedlight will fire whenever a photograph is taken The following flash modes are available a Z a S amp S W and amp modes Fill flash and red eye reduction Fill flash is automatically selected if the flash mode is set to off or auto when an optional Speedlight is attached Auto with red eye reduction becomes red eye reduction Bg mode Auto slow sync becomes slow sync auto slow sync with red eye reduction becomes slow sync w
50. Approximate weight 205g 20z Lens hood HB 33 available separately attaches as shown below 122 Technical Notes Specifications Index Symbols 3D color matrix metering Il See Metering 420 segment RGB sensor See Metering White balance aperture button 2 43 auto flash off mode 4 18 child mode 4 19 W close up mode 4 19 E continuous shooting indi cator 6 32 delete button 3 20 54 X Fn button Custom Set tings menu 77 115 F4 exposure compensation 5 6 47 exposure compensation button 2 47 flash compensation 5 6 48 rit flash Compensation but ton 2 48 4 flash ready indicator 5 17 111 112 flash mode button 2 34 help button 3 help indicator 3 111 112 landscape mode 4 18 night portrait mode 4 19 playback button 3 20 50 playback zoom button 3 50 52 53 portrait mode 4 18 O n protect button 3 54 g remote control indicator 32 33 self timer button 2 33 X self timer indicator 32 33 amp sports mode 4 19 thumbnail button 3 50 52 53 A A See Aperture priority auto Accessories See also Battery Lens Flash optional optional 96 103 supplied 7 G AE L AF L button 3 46 77 Adobe RGB See Color mode Advanced Wireless Lighting 100 AE L AF L Custom Settings menu 77 AE lock Custom Settings menu 77 AF A See Focus mode AF area mode See Focus AF
51. Choose the folder in which subsequent photo graphs will be stored Current folder NCD40 default folder Other folders in alphabetical order e New Create a new folder and name it as described in Naming Folders below e Rename Select a folder from a list and rename it as described in Naming Folders below Delete Delete all empty folders on the memory card Naming Folders a 0123456789 Keyboard area Use multi selector to highlight letters press OK to select DEF UVWXYZ_ Name area Folder name appears here To move cursor rotate com mand dial SCursor OK Input Set Folder names can be up to five characters long Any additional characters will be deleted To delete the character at the current cursor position press Press to save changes and return to the setup menu or press to exit without creating a new folder or changing the folder name Folder Names On the memory card folder names are preceded by a three digit folder number assigned automati cally by the camera e g JOONCD40 Each folder can contain up to 999 photographs During shoot ing pictures are stored in the highest numbered folder with the selected name If a photograph is taken when the current folder if full or contains a photograph numbered 9999 the camera will create a new folder by adding one to the current folder number e g 10INCD40 The camera treats folders with the same name but different folder numbers
52. D40 BF 1A body cap The BF 1A keeps the mirror viewfinder screen and low pass filter free of Body caps dust when a lens is not in place Video cables EG D100 video cable View photos on TV or record them to video tape A 62 e ML L3 wireless remote control Use as a remote shutter release for self portraits or to prevent blur caused by camera shake The ML L3 uses a 3V CR2505 battery Remote 4 5 controls C Capture NX A complete photo editing package with support for RAW images Update to the most recent version e Camera Control Pro Control the camera remotely from a computer and save photographs directly to the computer Update to the most recent version Software Connecting the Optional EP 5 AC Adapter Connector and EH 5 AC Adapter 1 Open the battery chamber and power connector covers 2 Insert the EP 5 into the battery chamber as shown at right making sure the and terminals are in the correct orien tation 3 Guide the power cord into the opening left by the power con B SSS z nector cover and close the battery chamber cover gt 4 Insert the EH 5 AC adapter plug into the EH 5 AC inlet and connect the EH 5 DC plug to the EP 5 DC in connector When the camera is powered by the AC adapter the battery level indicator in the monitor will show GE See the EP 5 and EH 5 instruction manuals for more information on using an AC adapter Tec
53. I en mee ere eS 83 Viewing Photographs on the Camera wees 50 Wond TIM esa N 83 Photo INFOFMALION nmssesnsnsnnnnensinnnennensnirnnsiin 51 KEBE I0 A A 83 Viewing Multiple Images Thumbnail Playback 52 video MOCO senenin 83 Taking a Closer Look Playback ZOOM ssssssssisssssssse 53 Language LANG ccccccsssesssssssosssssessecssssssnssssessssssssseesssssesssssee 84 Protecting Photographs from Deletion sssssssssss 34 image Sel anlacl laa ee eee ene n rennet 84 Deleting Individual Photographs sssssssssssssssss1s11111111111s 24 U Seren entree E etree Teer atten seis 84 Table of Contents V vi FOGS easa hers on ed Seve atta hasta A 85 File No Sequence sacha ae ste tintecialalietces listenin 86 NAOTOCKW Piersi Mas a bans Macatee 86 Firmware VerSiOn cearlet aaa eat Nan Satria eae aa cat 86 Buston RET POCO tatiscscclstiicn ii ean A 87 Auto Image Rotation wane ace tie does Salas 88 Creating Retouched Copies The Retouch Menu 89 DB Evo pal aio EEE E A EE er npniret nyt 90 Red Eye COrrector i stein cacti icndds 91 a E EA ET E E EE AA 91 MONOC ekna a a aA 92 O E E EA E A E A T 92 PA PIETU aa a T mccain 92 mage Ovet I enn a ETTA 94 Table of Contents Technical Notes seeecsssceccosscccccsssccccsssececsssese 9O Optional ACCesSsorieS seeessseessessseessscssscossessecesscesseessseeseees 96 Fenes Ta a a a a aa 97 Optional Flash Units Speedlights occ cecccsssssseessssesssee 99 Oter ACCESS ONE Snecer a on E A 10
54. ISO 1600 in steps of 1EV with a further high sensitivity setting of HI 1 available for an ISO equivalent of roughly 3200 gy auto and Digital Vari Program modes also offer an Auto setting that allows the camera to automatically raise sensitivity when lighting is poor or lower sensitivity when lighting is bright Rotating the mode dial from P S A or M to gg ora Digital Vari Program mode automatically restores the default ISO sensitivity of Auto Sensitivity ISO sensitivity is the digital equivalent of film speed The higher the ISO sensitivity the less light needed to make an exposure allowing higher shutter speeds or smaller apertures Just as higher speed films tend to be grainy pictures taken at high ISO sensitivities are prone to mottling Photos taken at an ISO sensitivity of HI 1 are automatically processed to reduce noise resulting in increased recording times ISO Sensitivity 73 ISO sensitivity can also be set using the ISO sensitivity option in the shooting menu 10 1S0 Auto 76 This option can be used to enable automatic ISO sensitivity control in P S A and M modes When HI 1 is selected automatic ISO sensitivity control is disabled 11 Fn Button 77 ISO sensitivity can also be set using the command dial Reference More on Photography All Modes ISO Sensitivity 37 Two Button Reset Controls used button button The camera settings listed below can be restored to default
55. Image overlay i j Image 1 mage 2 Preview Repeat Steps 2 5 to select the second photo and adjust gain Pi d 1 x 0 3 x 0 7 Zoom Select 94 Menu Guide Creating Retouched Copies The Retouch Menu J Press the multi selector left or right to highlight the Preview Image overlay column Press the multi selector up or down to highlight one Image 1 Image 2 MANKEN of the following options and press OK x03 x07 Zoom OK Done e Overlay Preview the overlay as shown at right Press OK to save Image overlay the new image To return to Step 6 and select new photos or p adjust gain press e Save Save the overlay without viewing a preview Save After an overlay is created the camera will enter full frame play back 8 50 with the new picture displayed in the monitor 100NCD40 ODSC_0009 NEF RAW 2007 01 01 15 03 57 Image Overlay Only RAW photographs created with the D40 can be selected for image overlay Other images are not displayed on the selection screen The overlay has the same photo info including date of recording metering shutter speed aperture exposure mode exposure compensation focal length and image orientation and values for white balance and optimize image as the photograph selected for Image 1 Menu Guide Creating Retouched Copies The Retouch Menu 95 Technical Notes Optional Accessories One advantage of digital SLR cameras is the wide variety of ac
56. Save Highlight photo Display retouch options Photos can also be highlighted using command dial To view selected picture full frame press and hold button tTo exit to playback mode without creating modified copy press button D Lighting D lighting brightens shadows making it ideal for dark or back lit photographs Before Press the multi selector up or down to choose the amount of cor rection performed The effect can be previewed in the edit dis play Press OK to copy the photograph and return to full frame TR playback CERE T E OK Save Menu Guide Creating Retouched Copies The Retouch Menu Red Eye Correction Selecting this option displays a preview image as shown below Confirm the effects of red eye correction and create a corrected copy as described in the following table Note that red eye correction may not always produce the expected results and may in very rare cir cumstances be applied to portions of the image that are not affected by red eye check the preview thoroughly before proceeding Red eye correction is available only with photo graphs taken using the flash To Use Description Press to zoom in to zoom out While my photo is zoomed in press multi selector up down left or right to view areas of image not visible in monitor Keep multi selector pressed to scroll rapidly to other areas of frame Navigation window is dis played while buttons or multi selector is pre
57. The eg default setting is one minute 6415 min Menu Guide Custom Settings 79 80 Basic Camera Settings The Setup Menu The setup menu contains the options listed below options dis SETUP MENU played may differ if My menu is selected for CSM Setup menu ee See Using Camera Menus A 63 for more information on using Auto shooting info the menus LCD brightness o f Video mode The following options are available when To display the following additional options Simple the default option is selected for select Full for CSM Setup menu CSM Setup menu Folders iS CSM Setup menu 80 81 File no sequence 86 Format memory card 81 Mirror lock up 86 Info display format 81 82 Firmware version 86 Auto shooting info 83 Dust off ref photo 87 World time 83 Auto image rotation 88 LCD brightness 83 Video mode 83 Language 84 Image comment 84 USB 84 CSM Setup menu Choose the options displayed in the menus CSM Setup menu ae i OK Option Description Simple OR Simple Display only basic options in the Custom Settings 74 and default setup menus see above Other menus list all options Full Display all options My menu Display only selected options To choose menu items for display with My menu 1 Highlight My menu and press the multi selector right A list CSM Setup menu of menu names will be displayed Highlight a menu name and press the multi selector righ
58. amera is able to focus MF Manualfocus User focuses manually 28 AF S Single servo AF AF C The AF Assist Illuminator If the subject is poorly lit the AF assist illuminator will light automatically to assist the autofocus operation when the shutter release button is pressed halfway The AF assist illuminator will not light in continuous servo AF or manual focus mode in g8 or amp modes or if Off has been selected for Custom Setting 9 AF assist The illuminator has a range of about 0 5 3 0m 1ft 8in 9ft 10in when using the illuminator use a lens with a focal length of 24 200mm and remove the lens hood 2 Focus Mode 8475 Focus mode can also be selected from the Custom Settings menu Reference More on Photography All Modes Focus 23 AF Area Mode Controls used iano E m 00 00 amp i Choose how the focus area is selected in autofocus mode This setting has no effect in manual focus mode Option Description Closest Camera automatically selects focus area containing subject closest to camera Default mm for P S A and M modes selected automatically when mode dial is rotated to gy subject a ook User selects focus area manually but if subject leaves selected focus area even briefly camera will focus based on information from other focus areas Use with erratically mov ing subjects Selected automatically when mode dial is rotated to X User selects focus area
59. an optional EH 5 AC adapter and EP 5 AC adapter connector 103 1 Remove the lens and turn the camera on 2 Select Mirror lock up from the setup menu note that this option is not available at battery levels of B or below Mirror lock up 3 Highlight On and press 0K The message shown at right will be displayed To restore normal operation without inspecting When shutter button the low pass filter turn the camera off M irt and shutter opens To lower mirror turn camera off 4 Press the shutter release button all the way down The mirror will be raised and the shutter curtain will open revealing the low pass filter 5 Holding the camera so that light falls on the low pass filter examine the filter for dust or lint If no foreign objects are present proceed to Step 7 6 Remove any dust and lint from the filter with a blower Do not use a blower brush as the bristles could damage the filter Dirt that can not be removed with a blower can only be removed by Nikon authorized service personnel Under no circumstances should you touch or wipe the filter J Turn the camera off The mirror will be lowered and the shutter curtain will close Replace the lens or body cap v Use a Reliable Power Source The shutter curtain is delicate and easily damaged If the camera turns off with the mirror raised the curtain will close automatically To prevent damage to the curtain observe the following precautions e Do
60. as the same folder For example if the folder NIKON is selected for Select folder photographs in all folders named NIKON 1OONIKON 101NIKON 1O2NIKON etc will be visible when Current is selected for Playback folder 66 Renaming changes all folders with the same name but leaves the folder numbers intact Menu Guide Basic Camera Settings The Setup Menu 85 86 File No Sequence Choose how the camera names files File no sequence e Off default File numbering is reset to 0001 when a new folder is created the memory card is formatted or anew memory card is inserted e On File numbering continues from the last number used after a new folder is created the memory card is formatted or a new memory card is inserted If a photograph is taken when the current folder contains a pho tograph numbered 9999 a new folder will be created and file numbering will begin again from 0001 e Reset As for On except that file numbering is reset to 0001 with the next photograph taken if the current folder already contains photographs a new folder will be created Z File Numbering If the current folder is numbered 999 and contains 999 photographs or a photograph numbered 9999 the shutter release will be disabled If File no sequence is on turn it off and format the memory card or insert another memory card in the camera Mirror Lock Up Lock the mirror in the up position when inspecting or cleaning the low pass filter t
61. at left indicates In that picture will be underexposed by 1 3EV 0 __ f indicator is to left of 0 picture will be overexposed Display at left indicates that picture will be overexposed by more than 2EV Reference P S A and M Modes Mode M Manual 43 Long Time Exposures Shutter speeds of bulb and can be used for long time exposure photographs of mov ing lights the stars night scenery or fireworks To prevent blurring caused by camera shake use a tripod or an optional remote control amp 33 103 Shutterspeed Description bulb Shutter remains open while the shutter release button is held down Optional remote control required Select mode M choose a shutter speed of bulb and then select delayed remote or quick response remote mode A 33 Shutter opens when the shutter release button on the remote control is pressed and remains open for thirty minutes or until the button is pressed a second time 35s f 25 To prevent loss of power before the exposure is complete use a fully charged battery or an optional AC adapter Note that noise may be present in long exposures before shooting choose On for the Noise reduction option in the shooting menu 44 Reference P S A and M Modes Mode M Manual Metering Controls used mi s 00 aa 00 Ce i col os The metering method determines how the camera sets exposure The following options are available when th
62. aturation down to decrease Press OK to create a monochrome copy and return to full frame playback Darker Lighter WW Save Filter Effects Choose from the following options After adjusting filter effects as described below press OK to copy the photograph and return to Sky light full frame playback Warm filter Color balance Option Description Creates the effect of a sky light filter making the picture less Skylight blue The effect can be previewed in the monitor as shown at right Warm Creates a copy with warm tone filter effects giving the copy y filter warm red cast The effect can be previewed in the monitor CDeancel GH Save Press the multi selector up to increase the amount of green right to increase the amount of red left to increase the amount Color aA Balance of blue or down to increase the amount of magenta The effect ip is displayed in the monitor together with red green and blue gt histograms giving the distribution of tones in the copy PM 52 EDCancel__ GHDone Small Picture Create a small copy of the selected picture The following sizes are available Option Description 640x480 Suited to television playback 320x240 Suited to display on Web pages 160120 Suitable for e mail The small picture option can be used during full frame playback as described on page 89 The procedure for selecting pictures after choosing Small picture from the retouch menu however differs from that de
63. automatically Recommended for most sit a uations z Incandescent Use under incandescent lighting im Fluorescent Use under fluorescent lighting Direct sunlight Use with subjects lit by direct sunlight 4 Flash Use with built in flash or optional Nikon flash units amp Cloudy Use in daylight under overcast skies Gy Shade Use in daylight with subjects in the shade PRE White balance preset ie a object or existing photograph as reference for white White Balance 70 In addition to selecting white balance the White balance option in the shooting menu can be used to fine tune white balance measure preset white balance or copy a value for preset white balance from an existing photograph 11 Fn Button 2477 White balance can also be set using the command dial Reference P S A and M Modes White Balance 49 50 More on Playback Viewing Photographs on the Camera To play photographs back press the button The most recent a TE photograph will be displayed in the monitor Photographs taken m p f UN hi len 6 tt WaT 100NCD40 DSC_0010 JPG NORMAL es 2007 01 01 13 31 15 3008x2000 in tall portrait orientation are displayed in tall orientation as shown at right The following operations can be performed in full frame playback To Description l Press multi selector to right or rotate command dial right to view View additional photographs in order recorded Press mul
64. automatically advanced or set back one hour LCD Brightness Adjust monitor brightness between 2 darkest and 2 bright LCD brightness est Video Mode Choose NTSC when connecting the camera to an NTSC television or VCR Choose PAL when connecting the camera to a PAL video device The Clock Battery The camera clock is powered by an independent rechargeable power source which is charged as necessary when the main battery is installed or the camera is powered by an optional EH 5 AC adapter and EP 5 AC adapter connector 4 103 Three days of charging will power the clock for about one month If Clock not set is displayed in the monitor the clock battery is exhausted and the clock has been reset to a time starting at 2006 01 01 00 00 00 Set the clock to the correct date and time Menu Guide Basic Camera Settings The Setup Menu 83 Language LANG Choose the language for camera menus and messages from De Deutsch De Deutsch German Pt Portugu s Portuguese a En English English Ru Pyccknii Russian 3 Es Espa ol Spanish Sv Svenska Swedish J ni aa Fi Suomi Finnish z AX i Traditional Chinese Fr Fran ais French fal Hx fai Simplified Chinese It Italiano Italian B 8455 Japanese NI Nederlands Dutch et E Korean PI Polski Polish Image Comment Add a comment to photographs as they are taken Comments Image comment can be viewed in Capture NX available separately 103 or PictureProj
65. ay Deleting Unwanted Photographs To delete the photograph currently displayed in the monitor press the button A confirmation dialog will be displayed Press the button again to delete the image and return to playback To exit without deleting the picture press the button Tutorial Basic Playback NORMAL 3008x2000 N 100NCD40 DSC_0006 JPG NORMAL 2007 01 01 13 53 49 3008x2000 EDE a CEA 100NCD40 DSC_0001 JPG NORMAL 2007 01 01 13 53 49 3008x2000 Reference This section builds on the Tutorial to cover more advanced shooting and playback options More on Photography All Modes amp 4 22 The Shooting Information Display x 22 E Image Quality and Size x 29 Take photographs in one at a time in bursts or Shooting Mode x 32 using the self timer or a remote control Use the built in flash Using the Built in Flash x 34 Raise ISO sensitivity when lighting is poor ISO Sensitivity xx 37 Restore default settings Two Button Reset y s 38 P S A and M Modes Si 39 Let the camera choose shutter speed and aper Mode P Programmed Auto x 40 ture Mode S Shutter Priority Auto 2541 Choose whether to blur background objects Mode A Aperture Priority Auto x 42 Choose shutter soeed and aperture manually Mode M Manual x s 43 Choose how the camera meters exposure lock Exposure x s 45 exposure adjust exposure and flash level Make colors look natural White Balance x 49 Take photos
66. be held liable for damages that may result from any mistakes that this manual may contain Technical Notes Specifications 121 MH 23 Quick Charger Rated input C 100 240V 50 60 Hz Rated output C84V 0 9A Supported batteries EN EL9 rechargeable Li ion batteries Charging time pproximately 90 minutes Operating temperature 40 C 32 104 F Dimensions WxDxH Approximately 82 5 x65 28mm 3 22 6 1 1 in Length of cord pproximately 1 8m 5ft 11 in Approximate weight Og 2 80z excluding power cable 18 55 mm f 3 5 5 6Gll ED AF S DX Zoom Nikkor Lens Available Separately G type AF S DX Zoom Nikkor lens with built in CPU and Nikon mount te ES CTT Focal length 8 55mm Supported cameras ikon DX format digital cameras Max reproduction ratio 1 3 5 5 6 Construction elements in 5 groups including 1 ED glass element and 1 aspherical element Angle 6 28 50 Zoom positions 18 24 35 45 55 Distance information upplied to camera body Zoom positions RELI Zoom oom adjusted by rotating lens ring Autofocus with low noise motor manual focus Min focus distance 28m 11in at all zoom positions even blade diaphragm with auto aperture Aperture Aperture range 3 5 22 18mm zoom 1 5 6 38 55mm zoom Metering Filter diameter 2mm P 0 75mm Dimensions WxDxH Approximately 70 5mm diameter x 4mm 2 8 X3 0in from standard bayonet mount surface to front of lens
67. can be used in manual focus mode CPU lenses can be identified by the presence of CPU contacts 45 AF S and AF I lenses by AF S or AF I at the beginning of the lens name The following CPU lenses can be used with the D40 Camera setting Focus Mode rt MF with electronic p Digital Vari Program Lens accessory cLa finder P S A AF S AF I Nikkor a z PC Micro Nikkor 85mm f 2 8D2 2 7 AF S AFteleconverter 7 Other AF Nikkor except lenses for F3AF e jy xs s AFP Nikkor al M a o 1 Spot metering meters selected focus area AF I ED 300mm f 2 8D IF 400mm f 2 8D IF 500mm f 4D IF 2 Camera exposure metering and flash control may not function when 600 mm f 4D IF lens is shifted and or tilted or aperture is not at maximum Autofocus not available with TC 17E II TC 20E II AF S teleconverter 3 Electronic range finder can not be used when shifting or tilting lens 5 With maximum effective aperture of f 5 6 or faster 4 Compatible with the following lenses 6 If AF 80 200mm f 2 8S 35 70 mm f 2 8S new model 28 85 mm AF S VR Micro ED 105 mm f 2 8G IF autofocus not supported f 3 5 4 5S or 28 85 mm f 3 5 4 5S is zoomed while focusing at mini AF S VR ED 70 200 mm f 2 8G IF 200mm f 2G IF 300mm f 2 8G IF mum range image on matter screen in viewfinder may not be in focus 200 400 mm f 4G IF when in focus indicator is displayed Focus manually using image in AF S ED 80 200mm f 2 8D IF 300 mm f 2 8D II IF
68. ce of foreign matter on the filter can be retouched using Capture NX available separately A 103 or the clean image options available in some third party imaging applications Technical Notes Caring for the Camera 107 Troubleshooting If the camera fails to function as expected check the list of common problems below before consulting your retailer or Nikon representative Refer to the page numbers in the right most column for more information Problem SSC SSkution Camera takes time to turn on Delete files or folders 20 65 TE E E Adjust viewfinder focus or use optional diopter adjust 14 102 ment lenses Displays turn off without warning Choose a longer auto off delay 78 ee See A Note on Electronically Controlled Cameras Camera stops functioning below Display in viewfinder is unrespon The response times and brightness of the viewfinder sive and dim display varies with temperature Menu item is not displayed Select Full for CSM Setup menu 80 ies iaairean A E ete mode dial to another setting or insert memory 4 12 Image size can not be changed Image quality set to RAW or RAW B 30 Metering can not be changed Autoexposure lock in effect 46 Can not measure white balance Subject is too dark or too bright 71 l ed h ana uoauuas Image was not created with D40 72 for preset white balance Full range of shutter speeds not ae eee 7 available e Closest subject selected for AF area mode choose 24 another mod
69. ced Fill Flash for Digital SLR 2 CPU lens required 6 Use Speedlight controls to select flash mode Non TTL auto is selected 3 Standard i TTL for Digital SLR is used with spot metering or when automatically when anon CPU lens is attached selected with Speedlight Otherwise i TTL Balanced Fill Flash for Digi 7 Auto aperture is selected automatically if CPU lens is attached Non tal SLR is used TTL auto is selected automatically if non CPU lens is attached 4 Can be selected from camera Custom Settings menu 84 78 8 Use Speedlight controls to select flash mode The following Speedlights can only be used in non TTL auto and manual modes at shutter speeds of so0s or slower Flash charge state is shown by the Speedlight flash ready indica tor In TTL mode the shutter release button will lock and no photographs can be taken Speedlight SB 80DX SB 28DX SB 28 SB 50DX SB 23 SB 29 SB 30 SB 27 SB 22S Flash mode aero iad SB 21B2 SB 29s SB 22 SB 20 SB 16B SB 15 a nao O O s E 7 MO Mama 7 RPT Repeatingflash REAR Rear curtainsyne 7 1 In P S A and M modes lower built in flash and use optional Speed 3 When mounted on D40 flash mode is automatically set to TTL and light only shutter release is disabled Set Speedlight to A non TTL auto mode 2 Autofocus is available only with AF S VR ED 105mm f 2 8G IF Micro 4 Available when camera is used to select flash mode Nikkor lenses V4 Use Only Nikon Flash
70. cessories they support See our web sites or product catalogs for up to date information on accessories for the D40 Flash units Speedlights Viewfinder accessories Lenses Batteries Software Filters AC adapter connectors V4 Use Only Nikon Brand Electronic Accessories Only Nikon brand accessories certified by Nikon specifically for use with your Nikon digital camera are engineered and proven to operate within its operational and safety requirements THE USE OF NON NIKON ACCESSORIES COULD DAMAGE YOUR CAMERA AND MAY VOID YOUR NIKON WARRANTY Picture Angle and Focal Length The size of the area exposed by a 35 mm camera is 36x24mm The size of the area exposed by the DAO in contrast is 23 7x15 6 meaning that the picture angle of a 35 mm camera is approxi mately 1 5 times that of the D40 The approxi mate focal length of lenses for the D40 in 35 mm format can be calculated by multiplying the focal length of the lens by about 1 5 Picture size 35 mm format 36 mm x 24 mm Picture diagonal Picture size D40 23 7 mm x 15 6 mm Picture angle 35 mm format Picture angle D40 96 Technical Notes Optional Accessories Lenses Autofocus is supported only with AF S and AF I CPU lenses which are equipped with an autofocus motor IX Nikkor CPU lenses can not be used other CPU lenses including AF lenses not equipped with an autofocus motor
71. corded with the other options in the retouch menu have file names beginning with CSC e g CSC_0001 JPG Images recorded at a Optimize Image gt Custom gt Color Mode setting of Il AdobeRGB 8 69 have names that begin with an underscore e g _DSCO001 JPG Image Quality X 30 Image Size 7 30 Image quality and size can also be set using the Image quality and Image size options in the shoot ing menu 11 Fn Button 277 Image quality and size can also be set using the command dial Reference More on Photography All Modes Image Quality and Size 31 Controls used Shoutino moda Shooting Mode s a 00 a4 00 Shooting mode determines how the camera takes photographs one at a time in a continu ous sequence with a timed shutter release delay or with a remote control Mode Description eee Singefame gt S gle ame Camera takes one photograph each time shutter release button is pressed 32 default Camera records photographs at up to about 2 5 frames per second while shutter release button is pressed note that photographs taken at an ISO sen Continuous sitivity of HI 1 are automatically processed to reduce noise increasing record burst mode ing time by about 1 second per frame Only one shot will be taken if flash fires select amp Auto flash off mode f 3 18 or turn flash off 35 for burst photography 105 Self timer Use for self portraits or to reduce blurring caus
72. ctBridge is a trademark All other trade names mentioned in this manual or the other documentation provided with your Nikon product are trade marks or registered trademarks of their respective holders Notices Table of Contents F r Your SANE espsacssmssnonens ninen ii Connecting to a Computer Printer or TV 55 NOTICE Sasisnsesensanssanmnpiann erra RNR iil CONNECTING tO a COMPUTEL sesesssesseesseesseeessesssersseesseress 55 OGA ple eb Geeeeenrre nner ert eenr entre errr rer elena ner beer rarer Prete rte vii Before CONNECTING the CAMELA Q csccssssssssssssssesseseseeerseeen 59 aoa a e e Connecting the USB Cable ssssssssssssssersrrssrssrssrrosssersrrerssrns 55 Introduction cccccccccccrcccccccccccccccccccccccccccccecee 1 Getting to KNOW the Camera eccsesssssscssesecssessesseeseeseess 2 Eine ENOLOG FDIS osian oe ae Firat o 0 peneerrereren remeron re errnty A 8 ue I Crna v Attaching a LOTUS ueinsuesaniinominininiisinianidiiniiie 8 VIEWING PROLOTAPNS OM TY asasena ee Charging and Inserting the Battery cccccscscsccccsesssseee 9 Menu GUID G visssiessscicceassocssstseccssssssesecssacnvvsacveness 63 BES hs Gin al 0 8 eeemeenntineene wee toerrnentet Merete sere tae ener ences eennneern Trem ot mn rae 11 Using Camera MenUsS ess sseessesssessssesssessseoseeoseeessesssessseess 63 Inserting Memory Cards weccssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssessessesseseeeeen 2 Playback Options The Playback MeNnu cssc
73. cus lock A 26 to focus on another subject at the same distance and then recompose the photograph The focus area contains objects at different distances from the camera e g the sub ject is inside a cage There is little or no contrast between the subject and the background e g the subject is the same color as the back ground The subject is dominated by regular geometric patterns e g a row of windows in a HELE skyscraper The focus area contains areas of sharply contrasting bright ness e g the subject is half in the shade The subject appears smaller than the focus area e g focus area contains both fore ground subject and distant buildings The subject contains many Rae fine details e g a field of flow e ers or other subjects that are small or lack variation in brightness ayy GEE a 30 ll Reference More on Photography All Modes Focus 27 Manual Focus Controls used cae Use this option when you wish to adjust focus manually or when using a manual focus lens To focus manually select manual focus mode and adjust the lens focusing ring until the image displayed on the clear matte field in the viewfinder is in focus Photographs can be taken at any time even when the image is not i
74. e Can not select focus area e Press shutter release button halfway to activate 14 exposure meters Use AE L AF L button to lock focus in AF C autofocus mode or when photographing moving subjects in 23 26 AF A mode Focus does not lock when shutter release button is pressed halfway A Note on Electronically Controlled Cameras In extremely rare instances a strong external static charge may cause the camera may stop functioning Turn the camera off remove and replace the battery note that the battery may be hot or disconnect and recon nect the AC adapter and turn the camera on again If the problem per sists turn the camera off and press the reset switch see right note that this resets the clock In the event of continued malfunction contact your retailer or a Nikon authorized service representative 108 Technical Notes Troubleshooting Problem Manual focus selected if AF S or AF I lens is attached choose autofocus mode Otherwise focus manually Image in viewfinder is not in focus e Camera unable to focus using autofocus use manual focus or focus lock e Lens is not AF S or AF I use manual focus Mode dial rotated to gl or amp select another mode e AF assist lamp does not light for manual focus or continuous servo autofocus Choose AF S AF assist illuminator does not light e Choose On for Custom Setting 9 AF assist e Illuminator has turned of
75. e Printing Selected Photographs Scroll through pictures To display current pic ture full screen press and hold button 7 Print select Set be ae i 4 74 Setup Start printing Page size Border Time stamp Choosing Print select displays the menu shown in Step 1 fo Printselet A ae 47 Set Zoom K Done i Aq Print select Set WET GE Done i Select current picture and set number of prints to 1 Selected pictures marked by amp icon Specify number of prints up to 99 To deselect picture press multi selector down when num ber of prints is 1 Repeat Steps 1 3 to select additional pictures Display print options Choose page size border and time stamp options as described on page 59 To start printing highlight Start printing and press OK PictBridge menu will be displayed when printing is complete Interrupting Printing To cancel printing and return to the PictBridge playback display press OK 60 Reference Connecting to a Computer Printer or TV Printing Photographs Creating a DPOF Print Order Print Set The Print set DPOF option in the playback menu is used to create digital print orders for PictBridge compatible printers and devices that support DPOF Selecting Print set DPOF from the playback menu displays the menu shown in Step 1 1 gt Print set DPOF gt Print set DPOF Select set gt Deselect a
76. e balance See Reference White balance i Mato White Balance xy 49 os ae Sx Fluorescent Direct sunlight Flash Cloudy amp Shade Fine Tuning White Balance At settings other than White balance preset white balance can be fine tuned by 3 in increments of one see page 118 of the Appendix for color temperature equivalents Choose lower values to make photographs appear slightly more yellow or red higher val ues to lend images a bluish tinge Selecting an option other than preset in the white balance menu White balance displays the menu shown at right Press the multi selector up or down to select a value for fine tuning press OK to select and return to the shooting menu Preset White Balance Preset white balance can be used when the desired results can not be achieved at other settings or to match white balance to the value used in an existing photograph Two meth ods are available for setting preset white balance Method Description ier ae EE Neutral gray or white object is placed under lighting that will be used in final photograph and white balance is measured by camera fj 71 Copy from existing photograph White balance is copied from photo on memory card 72 70 Menu Guide Shooting Options The Shooting Menu Measuring a Value for Preset White Balance 1 Place a neutral gray or white object under the lighting that will be used in the final photograph A standard gray card ca
77. e location to another while the AC adapter is connected 106 Technical Notes Caring for the Camera Cleaning When cleaning the camera body use a blower to gently remove dust and lint then wipe gently with a soft dry cloth After using the camera at the beach or seaside wipe off any sand or salt using a cloth lightly dampened in pure water and then dry the camera thoroughly The lens and mirror are easily damaged Dust and lint should be gently removed with a blower When using an aerosol blower keep the can vertical to prevent discharge of liquid To remove fingerprints and other stains from the lens apply a small amount of lens cleaner to a soft cloth and wipe the lens carefully See The Low Pass Filter 8 105 for information on clean ing the low pass filter Storage To prevent mold or mildew store the camera in a dry well ventilated area If the product will not be used for an extended period remove the battery to prevent leakage and store the camera in a plastic bag containing a desiccant Do not however store the camera case in a plastic bag as this may cause the material to deteriorate Note that desic cant gradually loses its capacity to absorb moisture and should be replaced at regular intervals To prevent mold or mildew take the camera out of storage at least once a month Turn the camera on and release the shutter a few times before putting it away Store the battery in a cool dry place Replace the
78. e mode dial is rotated to P S A or M matrix metering is used in other modes Method Description Recommended in most situations Camera meters a wide area of the frame Matrix and instantly sets exposure according to distribution of brightness color dis tance and composition for natural results Camera meters entire frame but assigns greatest weight to center area Clas sic meter for portraits Camera meters exposure in active focus area only if Closest subject is at Spek selected for AF area mode 24 camera will meter center focus area Ensures that subject will be correctly exposed even when background is much brighter or darker Center weighted Metering Metering is available with CPU lenses only In matrix metering exposure is set using a 420 segment RGB sensor Use a type G or D lens for results that include range information 3D color matrix metering Il 497 With other CPU lenses 3D range information is not included color matrix metering II CPU lenses can be identified by the presence of CPU contacts type G and D lenses by a letter on the lens barrel Type G lenses are not equipped with a lens aperture ring pi ily i CPU lens Type G lens 5 Metering 75 Metering can also be selected from the Custom Settings menu Reference P S A and M Modes Exposure 45 46 Autoexposure Lock Controls used AE L AF L button If the subject is not in the metered area when center weighted
79. e selected for printing using Print set DPOF amp 61 e Transfer pictures 55 and print them from a computer using PictureProject or Capture NX available separately 884 103 Note that this is the only method available for printing RAW NEF pictures Printing Via Direct USB Connection JPEG photographs can be printed directly from a camera connected to a PictBridge printer 117 When taking photographs for printing via direct USB connection in P S A and M modes choose la SRGB or Illa SRGB for the Custom gt Color mode option in the Opti mize image menu 68 Take photographs Select photographs for printing using Print set DPOF 0 61 Select PTP in camera USB menu and connect camera to printer 58 Create index prints 60 Print photographs Print multiple one at a time 9459 photographs 60 Disconnect USB cable Printing Via Direct USB Connection If an error occurs during printing the camera will display the dialog shown at right After checking the printer press the multi selector up or down to highlight Continue and press 0K to resume printing Select OUT OF PAPER Cancel to exit without printing the remaining pages 7 PRINT ERROR Continue Cancel RAW NEF photographs can not be printed by direct USB connection They are displayed in the Print Select menu AR 60 but can not be selected for printing Reference Connecting to a Computer Printer or TV Prin
80. e shooting mode and 2 200 shots in continuous shooting mode Battery life for single frame shooting mode is measured according to CIPA standards lens cycled from infinity to minimum range and shutter released at default settings once every 30s flash fired with every other shot Battery life for continu ous shooting mode is measured with image quality set to JPEG Basic a shutter speed of Ysos the shutter release pressed halfway for three seconds and focus then cycled from infinity to minimum range three times after six shots the monitor is turned on for five seconds and then turned off the cycle is repeated once exposure meters have turned off All measurements are performed with an 18 55mm f 3 5 5 6Gl1 ED AF S DX Zoom Nikkor lens The following can reduce battery life e Using the monitor e Taking RAW NEF photographs e Keeping the shutter release button pressed half Slow shutter speeds way e Using vibration reduction with VR lenses e Repeated autofocus operations To ensure maximum battery performance e Keep the battery contacts clean Soiled contacts can reduce battery performance e Use batteries immediately after charging Batteries will lose their charge if left unused The battery level displayed by the camera may vary with changes in temperature Specifications Nikon reserves the right to change the specifications of the hardware and software described in this manual at any time and without prior notice Nikon will not
81. ece cap 7 33 F File 29 31 51 86 116 format 31 117 File no sequence setup menu 86 Filter See also Accessories optional Filter effects Neutral Density ND 102 111 Filter effects retouch menu 92 Firmware See Firmware ver sion Firmware version setup menu 86 FINE See Image quality Flash built in 2 17 34 36 78 compensation 48 level 76 mode 34 36 optional 99 101 range 17 117 ready indicator 5 17 111 112 remote 99 Flexible program See Pro grammed auto Fn function button 2 77 Focus 23 28 AF area mode 24 75 area 24 25 center 19 25 autofocus 23 27 lock 26 27 manual 28 mode 23 75 tracking 119 Folder 51 66 85 playback 66 recording 85 Folders setup menu 85 Index 123 Format memory card setup menu 13 81 H Help 3 112 Highlights 52 Histogram 52 92 Hue 69 4f setting button 3 22 Illuminator See AF assist illu minator Image comment setup menu 84 Image overlay retouch menu 94 95 Image quality 29 31 70 NEF RAW 30 31 Image quality shooting menu 30 70 Image sensor 30 86 105 106 dimensions of 119 Image size 29 31 70 Image review Custom Set tings menu 75 Image size shooting menu 30 70 shooting information but ton 2 22 Info display format setup menu 81 82 ISO auto Custom Settings menu 76 ISO sensitivity 37 73 76 auto 37 76 ISO sensitivity shooting menu 37 73 i TTL flash c
82. ect Input comment e Done Save changes and return to the setup menu E Attach comment e Input comment The following dialog will be displayed Input a comment as described below Image Comment Input comment 4a O hl 0123456789 lt Keyboard area Use multi selector to highlight letters press OK to select SU RCOCRENT IE MNOPQRSTUVWXYZ Name area Comment appears here To move cursor rotate command 40123456789 987655 dial SCursor OX Input Save Comments can be up to thirty six characters long Any additional characters will be deleted To delete the character at the current cursor position press Press to save changes and return to the image comment menu or press to exit without changing the comment Attach comment A comment is added to all photographs taken while this option is checked Highlight this option and press the multi selector to the right to toggle the check mark on or off USB Choose a USB option for connection to a computer or PictBridge printer Choose PTP when connecting to a PictBridge printer or using Camera Control Pro available separately See Connecting to a Computer for information on selecting a USB option for use with PictureProject 8 55 Za Mass Storage OK lt P PTP 84 Menu Guide Basic Camera Settings The Setup Menu Folders Create rename or delete folders or choose the folder in which new photographs will be stored e Select folder
83. ed by camera shake A 33 g2s Delayed remote Optional ML L3 remote control required Use for self portraits 4 33 Quick response Optional ML L3 remote control required Use to reduce blurring caused by remote camera shake A 33 If Self timer the default option is selected for Custom Setting 11 Fn button self timer mode can also be selected by pressing the self timer button D Q The Memory Buffer The camera is equipped with a memory buffer for temporary storage allowing shooting to continue while photographs are being saved to the memory card When the buffer is full the shutter is dis abled until enough data have been transferred to the memory card to make room for another photo graph In continuous mode shooting will continue to a maximum of 100 shots although the frame rate will drop once the buffer has filled See the Appendix for information on the number of photo graphs that can be stored in the memory buffer The approximate number of images that can be stored in the memory EEE buffer at current settings is shown in the exposure count display in the viewfinder while the shutter release button is pressed Reference More on Photography All Modes Shooting Mode Self Timer and Remote Control Modes The self timer or optional ML L3 remote control can be used for self portraits 1 Mount the camera on a tripod or place the camera on a stable level surface 2 Select one of the following shooting mod
84. ee Color mode Color temperature 70 118 See also White balance Computer 55 56 Continuous See Shooting mode continuous Continuous servo AF See Focus autofocus mode Contrast 68 69 See also Opti mize image Tone compen sation Copies See Small picture Creative Lighting System CLS 99 101 Crop 59 91 See also Printing Trim CSM Setup menu setup menu 80 81 Custom Settings 74 79 D Date 11 83 See also Clock World time Daylight saving time 11 83 See also World time DCF See Design Rule for Cam era File System Default settings 38 74 113 114 See also Reset Two but ton reset Delete 20 54 65 See also Memory card formatting Pro tecting photographs all images 65 selected images 65 single frame playback 20 54 Delete playback menu 65 Depth of field 39 40 42 Design Rule for Camera File System 117 Digital Print Order Format 57 60 61 117 Digital Vari Program 4 18 19 Diopter 14 See also Viewfinder D lighting 90 D lighting retouch menu 90 DPOF See Digital Print Order Format Dust off ref photo setup menu 87 Dynamic area AF See Focus AF area mode E Electronic range finder See Focus manual Exif version 2 21 117 Exposure 39 44 45 48 See also Aperture Aperture prior ity auto Autoexposure lock Programmed auto Shutter priority auto Shutter speed Manual mode compensation 47 electronic analog exposure display 43 meters 14 78 program 116 Eyepi
85. erations are performed for about eight seconds auto meter off reducing the drain on the battery Press the shut ter release button halfway to reactivate the display in the viewfinder p gt a gt Exposure meters on Exposure meters off Exposure meters on The length of time before the exposure meters turn off automatically can be adjusted using Custom Setting 15 Auto off timers 78 14 Introduction First Steps Tutorial Photography and Playback Point and Shoot Photography 4 Mode This section describes how to take photographs in auto mode an automatic point and shoot mode in which the majority of settings are controlled by the camera in response to shooting conditions 1 Turn the camera on 1 1 Remove the lens cap and turn the camera on The moni tor will turn on and the viewfinder display will light 1 2 If the monitor is off press the button to display shooting information Check the battery level as described below Monitor Viewfinder Description EE Battery fully charged i Battery partially discharged cua _ Low battery Prepare to charge battery d _ Shutter release disabled Charge battery blinks blinks If shooting information is not displayed when the button is pressed the battery is exhausted Charge the battery 1 3 The number of photographs that can be stored on the memory card is shown in the shooting information display
86. es Moe Description Shutter released about 10s after camera has focused Delayed remote Shutter released about 2s after camera has focused Quick resoonse p Shutter released when camera focuses remote 3 Frame the photograph If the remote control is used with the camera in autofocus mode you can check focus by pressing the shutter release button halfway 4 Remove the viewfinder eyepiece cup and insert the supplied DK 5 eyepiece cap as shown This prevents light entering via the viewfinder interfering with exposure 5 Take the photograph Self timer Press the camera shutter release button halfway to focus then press it the rest of the way down to start the self timer The self timer lamp will start to blink stopping two sec onds before the photograph is taken Remote control From a distance of 5m 16ft or less aim the transmitter on the ML L3 at the infrared receiver on the cam era and press the shutter release button on the ML L3 In delayed remote mode the self timer lamp will light for about two seconds before the shutter is released In quick response remote mode the self timer lamp will flash after the shutter has been released Self timer mode ends when a photograph is taken or the camera is turned off Single frame or continuous shooting mode is automatically restored when self timer mode ends Reference More on Photography All Modes Shooting Mode 33 34 Using the Built in Flash Flash mode
87. f automatically Illuminator may become hot with continued use wait for lamp to cool down e Memory card is full locked or not inserted e Flash is charging e Camera is not in focus e CPU lens with aperture ring attached without lock ing aperture at highest f number e Non CPU lens is attached rotate camera mode dial to M e Mode dial rotated to S after shutter speed of bulb selected in mode M choose new shutter speed e Replace battery in remote control e Choose remote control mode No photo taken when remote con Flash is charging trol shutter release button is e Time selected for Custom Setting 17 Remote on pressed duration has passed reselect remote control mode e Bright light is interfering with remote Shutter release is disabled Only one shot taken each time shut ter release button is pressed in con tinuous shooting mode Camera is slow to record photos Turn noise reduction off Date of recording is not correct Set camera clock Final photo is larger than area Viewfinder horizontal and vertical frame coverage is shown in viewfinder approximately 95 Randomly spaced bright pixels e Lower ISO sensitivity or use noise reduction noise appears in photographs e Shutter speed is slower than 1s use noise reduction Reddish areas may appear in long time exposures Reddish areas appear in photos Turn noise reduction on when shooting at shutter speeds of bulb or Contin
88. f its charge Continuing to charge the battery after it is fully charged can impair battery performance Batteries may leak or explode if improperly handled Observe the following precautions when handling batteries Turn the product off before replacing the battery The battery may become hot when used for extended periods Observe due caution when handling the battery e Use only batteries approved for use in this equipment Do not expose the battery to flame or excessive heat Used batteries are a valuable resource Please recycle used batteries in accord with local regulations v Foreign Matter on the Low Pass Filter Nikon takes every possible precaution to prevent foreign matter from coming into contact with the low pass filter during production and shipping The D40 however is designed to be used with inter changeable lenses and foreign matter may enter the camera when lenses are removed or exchanged Once inside the camera this foreign matter may adhere to the low pass filter where it may appear in photographs taken under certain conditions To protect the camera when no lens is in place be sure to replace the body cap provided with the camera being careful to first remove all dust and other for eign matter that may be adhering to the body cap Should foreign matter find its way onto the low pass filter clean the filter or have it cleaned by autho rized Nikon service personnel fx Photographs affected by the presen
89. fer ring them to a computer Yi ye Technical Notes Appendix 117 White Balance and Color Temperature Approximate color temperatures for each white balance setting are given below values may differ from color temperatures given by photo color meters Fine tuning Whitebalance Nowe 3 2 1 4 a 43 AUTO Auto 3 500 K 8 000 K Fine tuning added to value selected by camera Ac Incandescent 300K 3300K 3200K 3100K 2900K 2800K 2700K Fluorescent 4200K 7200K 6500K 5000K 3700K 3000K 2700K X Dirsunlight 5200K 5600K 5400K 5300K 5000K 4900K 4800 Fah 5400K 6000K 5800K 5600K 5 200 5000K 2800K Cou 000k 6600K 6400k 6200K 5 800 5 600K 5700K fy Shade 000k 3200K 8800K 8400K 7500K 7100K 6700K PREWhite balance preset Not available Color temperature range reflects wide variation among fluorescent light sources ranging from low temperature stadium lighting to high temperature mercury vapor lamps 118 Technical Notes Appendix Type Single lens reflex digital camera with interchangeable lenses Effective pixels 6 1 million ccD 23 X15 6mm total pixels 6 24 million Image size pixels 3 008 x 2 000 Large e 2 256 X 1 496 Medium e 1 504 1 000 Small Nikon F mount with AF coupling and AF contacts Compatible lenses Type G or D AF Nikkor AF S AF Other Type G or D Nikkor Micro Nikkor 85mm f 2 8D Other AF Nikko
90. ferences The following options are available when Simple the default option is selected for CSM Setup menu in the setup menu 8 80 Option w R Reset A 1 Beep 74 2 Focus mode 75 3 AF area mode 75 Option 4 Shooting mode 5 Metering 6 No memory card To display the following options select Full for CSM Setup menu Option n 7 Image review gt ZB 8 Flash level 76 9 AF assist 76 10 ISO auto 76 11 Fn button af 12 AE L AF L 77 R Reset Option 13 AE lock 14 Built in flash 15 Auto off timers 16 Self timer 17 Remote on duration Select Yes to restore all Custom Settings to their default values See the Appendix 113 for a complete list of default settings 1 Beep At the default setting of On a beep will sound when the camera focuses in single servo AF AF S or when shooting stationary sub jects in AF A autofocus mode while the release timer is counting down in self timer and delayed remote modes 33 or when a photograph is taken in quick response remote mode 33 The beep will not sound when Off is selected The current setting is shown in the shooting information display 4 is displayed when the beep is on when it is off amp 6 74 Menu Guide Custom Settings CUSTOM SETTING MENU 2 Focus Mode Select a focus mode A 23 M Auto servo AF OK AF S Single servo AF AF C Continuous servo AF MF Manual focus 3 AF Area Mode Choose how the camera
91. gital SD memory cards available separately 1 Insert a memory card 1 1 Before inserting or removing memory cards turn the cam era offand open the card slot cover 1 2 Slide the memory card in as shown at right until it clicks into place The memory card access lamp will light for about a second Close the memory card slot cover Removing Memory Cards 1 Confirm that the access lamp is off 2 Turn the camera off and open the memory card slot cover 3 Press the card in to eject The card can then be removed by hand 12 Introduction First Steps 2 Memory cards must be formatted in the camera before first use Note that formatting memory cards permanently deletes all photographs and other data they may contain Be sure all data you wish to keep have been copied to another storage device before for iad matting the card 2 1 2 2 SHOOTING MENU a Optimize image Image quality Turn camera on Display menus If menu item is highlighted press multi selector left to highlight icon for current menu 2 3 2 4 SPMU CSM Setup menu Format memory card Format memory card Info display format TS Info display format Auto shooting info Auto shooting info 2 5 SETUP MENU 2 6 Format memory card SM Setup eny All pictures on ormat mem
92. hat protects the camera image sensor 105 Firmware Version View the current camera firmware version Firmware version Menu Guide Basic Camera Settings The Setup Menu Dust off Ref Photo Acquire reference data for the Image Dust Off option in Capture Dust off ref photo NX available separately for more information see the Capture NX manual 1 Highlight On and press 0K The message shown at right will Dust off ref photo be displayed Take photo of bright featureless white object 10cm from lens Focus will be set to infinity 2 With the lens ten centimeters four inches from a well lit featureless white object frame the object so that it fills the viewfinder and then press the shutter release but ton halfway In autofocus mode focus will automatically be set to infinity in manual focus mode set focus to infinity manually 3 Press the shutter release button the rest of the way down to acquire Image Dust Off reference data The monitor turns off when the shutter release button is pressed If the reference object is too bright or too dark the camera may be unable to acquire Image Dust Off reference data and Exposure settings are the message shown at right will be displayed Choose Minti ta another reference object and repeat the process from Step 1 Image Dust Off Dust off ref photo is available with CPU lenses only A lens with a focal length of at least 50mm is recommended
93. hnical Notes Optional Accessories 103 Caring for the Camera Storage When the camera will not be used for an extended period turn the camera off remove the battery and store the battery in a cool dry area with the terminal cover in place To prevent mold or mildew store the camera in a dry well ventilated area Do not store the camera with naphtha or camphor moth balls or in locations that e are poorly ventilated or subject to humidities of over 60 e are next to equipment that produces strong electromagnetic fields such as televisions or radios are exposed to temperatures above 50 C 122 F for example near a space heater or in a closed vehicle in a hot day or below 10 C 14 F Cleaning Use a blower to remove dust and lint then wipe gently with a soft dry cloth After using Camera the camera at the beach or seaside wipe off sand or salt with a cloth lightly dampened in body distilled water and dry thoroughly Important Dust or other foreign matter inside the camera may cause damage not covered under warranty These elements are made of glass and are easily damaged Remove dust and lint with a blower If using an aerosol blower keep the can vertical to prevent the discharge of liquid To remove fingerprints and other stains apply a small amount of lens cleaner to a soft cloth and clean with care Remove dust and lint with a blower When removing fingerprints and other stains wipe Monitor the surface lightly wi
94. i modes and P S A and M modes E P S A M Select wallpaper 4321 info Classic Graphic Wallpaper Menu Guide Basic Camera Settings The Setup Menu 81 82 Classic format is shown below i Jonn Fea o so A aaa WOOL S onanan annain 4 PA Shutter SPE d sssssssssssrsssrsssrsssrssressressrsserssrrrssresnrss 39 44 eJ Auto ISO sensitivity INGICATON ss 1s1s11s1101001 76 PR OPTIMIZE image INGICATOL sasian 68 BE FOCUS area display s s119119112 14 16 24 25 26 AF area MOE wecccccccccsssssssssssnsssssssesosessssssessssseessennsssssen 24 gJ Beep Indicata sarcasererciskinnninnareinhek 74 PA Battery iNdiCator ss sssssrssssssosssessrssrosteserosorsnrossesorseeens its Hy Number of exposures remaining 15 116 Preset white balance recording indicator 71 PC AMOOS MoC O aa 56 SJ Manual flash control indicator 78 Flash compensation indicator for Optional SHEESCIIQNKE sissien 99 The design of the Wallpaper format is the same as the Graphic display except that a user selected photograph is displayed in the background the background color for the menus differs and the shutter speed and aperture displays are not displayed 6 To choose a photograph for the Wallpaper format 1 Highlight Select wallpaper and press the multi selector right The photographs on the memory card will be displayed as shown at right 2 Press the multi selector left or right
95. ights RGB Histogram File Information File Information 1 Protect STATUS veces 54 PA Retouch indicator s 89 tJ Frame number total number of images UE Folder NAME s 85 Shooting Data Page 1 f Protect STATUS Loess 54 PA Retouch indicator s s s 89 ey Camera name A EES scscecrdudssevancecovtrancedlatane 45 by Shutter speed s s s 39 44 OP APETtUT E oe ccscsssssssesssecssenseee 39 44 Shooting Data Page 2 f Protect STATUS wo eccccssseesceeeen 54 PA Retouch indicator s s 89 by Image optimization 68 1 ISO sensitivity P cis 37 by White balance white balance fine tuning 49 70 J Image size IMAGE quality een 30 BY File NAME cccccsssssssssssssssssssssssssee 31 F Mage QUALITY esssssscccccsssssee 30 VA Date of recording 11 83 Hy Time of recording 11 83 Image SIZE sensin 30 7 OO lt n 4 Exposure compensation 47 BB Focal length sssri 1 L Flash NOE seassenisciveanactveteceevncts 35 Wh Frame number total number of images Wh lone compensation s 69 eH SME OS TIN sorio 69 EY Color MOCE NUE s s s 69 L SATULATION Le eeeecccssssssseeeeecceesen 69 WME image COMMENT nsss 84 iP Frame number total number of images 1 Displayed in red if ISO sensitivity was modified from selected value by auto ISO 2 Only first 15 letters are displayed Retouch History 1 Protect status ceccsscescsscstsebatoncessiocieonad VA Retouch indicator s
96. imize image Optimize images according to scene 68 69 Image quality Choose image quality 70 Image size Choose image size 70 White balance Adjust colors according to the light source 70 ISO sensitivity Raise sensitivity when lighting is poor 73 Noise reduction Reduce noise ie Available in P S A and M modes only Optimize Image P S A and M Modes Optimize contrast sharpening and other settings according to how photographs will be used or the type of scene Option Description GSN Normal default Recommended for most situations GO Softer Softens outlines producing natural results suitable for portraits or retouching on a computer Enhances saturation contrast and sharpness to produce vivid images with vibrant reds greens and blues Maximizes saturation contrast and sharpness to produce crisp images with sharp outlines Lowers contrast while lending natural texture and rounded feel to skin of por trait subjects SBW Black and white Take photos in black and white GV Vivid VI More vivid EPO Portrait QP Custom Customize image optimization settings P84 69 Optimize Image Use a type Gor D lens for best results 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 pho tographs select Custom and choose a setting other than Auto for image sharpening tone compen sation and saturation
97. in flash turns off Use where flash photography is prohib ited to photograph infants without using the flash or to capture natural lighting under low light The camera selects the focus area containing the closest subject the AF assist illuminator will light to assist the focus operation when lighting is poor Portrait Use for portraits with soft natural looking skin tones The camera selects the focus area containing the closest subject If the subject is far from the background or a telephoto lens is used background details will be softened to lend the composition a sense of depth lal Landscape Use for vivid landscape shots The camera selects the focus area containing the closest subject the built in flash and AF assist illu minator turn off automatically Tutorial Creative Photography Digital Vari Programs Child 3 Use for snapshots of children Clothing and background details i are vividly rendered while skin tones are given a soft natural finish The camera selects the focus area containing the closest subject amp Sports High shutter speeds freeze motion for dynamic sports shots in which the main subject stands out clearly The camera focuses continuously while the shutter release button is pressed halfway tracking the subject in the center focus area If the subject leaves the center focus area the camera will continue to focus based on information from the other focus areas The starting foc
98. information display Exposure Choose a combination of aperture and shutter speed flexible program mode P R 40 DD D Z EOJ r Choose a shutter speed modes and M 4 41 43 Set aperture mode A P 42 Set aperture mode M IR 43 ros Set exposure compensation modes P S and A AR 47 S Choose a flash mode Gy amp W Fal P S A and RA M modes AM 34 36 Fn button available when the following options are selected for Custom Setting 11 amp 77 Shootinsmode Shooting mode J AQ rey O o o O00000 ISO sensitivity 4 gomata tie White balance 4 taco maoo gt jo White balance Image quality size Technical Notes Appendix 115 Memory Card Capacity and Image Quality Size The following table shows the approximate number of pictures that can be stored on a 512MB Panasonic Pro HIGH SPEED memory card at different image quality and size settings Image quality Buffer capacity RAW SMB FINE 260 NORMAL 100 0 8MB 503 BASIC RAWBASIC 4 1 All figures are approximate and assume average file size actual file size and memory card capacity may vary with scene recorded and make of memory card 2 Maximum number of frames that can be taken before shooting stops Actual number of photos that can be taken before buffer fills may vary with make of memory card Additional photographs can be taken a
99. ith red eye reduction and off becomes slow sync The optional Speedlight will not fire when the camera is in mode If AUTO is selected for ISO sensitivity in 8 Z laa Z amp WY or Aj modes or On is selected for Custom Setting 10 ISO auto in P S A or M mode ISO sensitivity will be adjusted for optimal flash output when an optional SB 400 SB 800 or SB 600 Speedlight is attached This may result in foreground subjects being underexposed in photographs taken with the flash at slow shutter speeds in daylight or against a bright background Choose a flash mode other than slow sync or choose a larger aperture The shutter will synchronize with an external flash at speeds of 1 soos or slower i TTL flash control can be used at ISO sensitivities between 200 and 1600 Higher values may not pro duce the desired results at some ranges or apertures If the flash ready indicator blinks for about three seconds after a photograph is taken the flash has fired at full power and the photograph may be underexposed The SB 400 SB 800 and SB 600 provide red eye reduction With other Speedlights the camera AF assist illuminator is used for AF assist illumination and red eye reduction In the following modes the maximum aperture minimum f number varies with ISO sensitivity Maximum aperture at ISO sensitivity of Mode x w w ww er ee 67 ye 8s 3s fp i T n For each one step increase in sensitivity e g from 200 to 400 apert
100. ks music paintings woodcuts 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 memory cards or other data storage devices does not completely erase the original image data Deleted files can sometimes be recovered from discarded storage devices using commercially avail able software potentially resulting in the malicious use of personal image data Ensuring the privacy of such data is the user s responsibility Before discarding a data storage device or transferring ownership to another person erase all data using commercial dele tion software or format the device and then completely refill it with images containing no private information for exam ple pictures of empty sky Be sure to also replace any pictures selected for preset white balance and for Display format gt Wallpaper Care should be taken to avoid injury when physically destroying data storage devices Trademark Information Macintosh Mac OS and QuickTime are registered trademarks of Apple Computer Inc Microsoft and Windows are regis tered trademarks of Microsoft corporation The SD logo is a trademark of the SD Card Association The SDHC logo is a trademark Adobe Acrobat and Adobe Reader are registered trademarks of Adobe Systems Inc Pi
101. layed To Use Description Display more Increase number of images displayed from one full frame play images per page back to four or from four to nine Display fewer Decrease number of images displayed from nine to four or from images per page four to one full frame playback View photo View highlighted photograph full frame Highlight p ae aoo Use multi selector or command dial to highlight photographs N Delete photo Delete highlighted photograph 54 Protect photo amp On Protect highlighted photograph AA 54 Exit to shooting Shutter button To return to shooting mode press shutter release button halfway mode or or press the button View menus View menus S63 Display shooting ae a ee ARE Display shooting information Pj 22 52 Reference More on Playback Viewing Photographs on the Camera Taking a Closer Look Playback Zoom Press the button to zoom in on a photograph in full frame play back The following operations can be performed To Use Description Zoom in and out Press to zoom in to maximum of approximately 19x large images 15x medium images or 10x small images Press to zoom out While photo is zoomed in press multi selec tor up down left or right to view View other areas of image areas of image not visible in monitor Keep multi selector pressed to scroll rapidly to other areas of frame Navigation window is dis played when zoom ratio i
102. ll Highlight Select set Display selection dialog 3 Select pictures and specify number of prints as described in Steps 1 3 on previous page Note that RAW NEF photos can not be selected for printing Display options Highlight option and press p w Multi selector right e Data imprint Print shutter speed and aperture on all pictures in print order e Imprint date Print date of recording on all pic tures in print order To complete print order and exit highlight Done and press OK O Data imprint O Imprint date To print the current print order when the camera is connected to a PictBridge printer select Print DPOF in the PictBridge menu and follow the steps in Printing Selected Photo graphs to modify and print the current order amp 60 DPOF date and data imprint options are not supported when printing via direct USB connection to print the date of recording on photographs in the current print order use the PictBridge Time stamp option Print Set The Print set DPOF option can not be used if there is not enough space on the memory card to store the print order Print orders may not print correctly if images are deleted using a computer after the print order is cre ated Reference Connecting to a Computer Printer or TV Printing Photographs 61 62 Viewing Photographs on TV An EG D100 video cable available separately S84 103 can be used to connect the camera to a televisi
103. n be used as a reference in studio settings Do alter exposure from the value selected by the camera when shooting in mode M use the electronic analog exposure display to select optimum exposure 2 Display the shooting menu and select White balance gt White balance White balance preset to proceed directly to Step 4 without A pean displaying the shooting menu select White balance preset for white balance in the shooting information display as Use photo described on page 49 and press OK 3 Highlight Measure and press the multi selector right The menu shown at right will be displayed highlight Yes and press the multi selector right to set white balance to the last measured value and exit to shooting mode highlight No and press OK 4 The message Take photo of white or gray object filling view finder under lighting for shooting will be displayed When the message clears from the display the viewfinder and shooting information white balance displays will flash as shown at right To exit without measuring a preset value press and select another option for white balance 5 Frame the reference object so that it fills the viewfinder and press the shutter release button all the way down 6 If the camera was able to measure a value for white balance the message Data acquired will be displayed White balance will automatically be set to the measured value no photo graph will be recorded If the war
104. n focus When using a lens that offers A M selection select M when focusing manually With lenses that support M A autofocus with manual priority focus can be adjusted manually with the lens set to Mor M A See the documentation provided with your lens for details The Electronic Range Finder If the lens has a maximum aperture of f 5 6 or faster the viewfinder focus indicator can be used to confirm whether the portion of the subject in the selected focus area is in focus After positioning the subject in the active focus area press the shutter release button halfway and rotate the lens focusing ring until the in focus indicator is displayed Focal Plane Position To determine the distance between your subject and the camera mea sure from the focal plane mark on the camera body The distance between the lens mounting flange and the focal plane is 46 5mm 1 83in 28 Reference More on Photography All Modes Focus Image Quality and Size Together image quality and size determine how much space each photograph occupies on the memory card Larger higher quality images can be printed at larger sizes but also require more memory meaning that fewer such images can be stored on the memory card Image Quality and Size Large file size JPEG Fine JPEG Normal mo lt Ayyenb abew gt ybip JPEG Basic Small file size Small Medium Large Small lt Image size gt Large Changes to image quality
105. ng system USB Windows XP Home Edition Windows XP Professional Choose PTP or Mass Storage Mac OS X version 10 3 9 or later Windows 2000 Professional Choose Mass Storage Do NOT select PTP If PTP is selected when the camera is connected the Windows hardware wizard will be displayed Click Cancel to exit the wizard and then disconnect the camera and select Mass Storage Connecting the USB Cable 1 Turn the computer on and wait for it to start up 2 Turn the camera off Connect the supplied USB cable as shown Do not use force or attempt to insert the connectors at an angle Connect the camera directly to the computer do not connect the cable via a USB hub or keyboard 55 Reference Connecting to a Computer Printer or TV Connecting to a Computer 4 Turn the camera on The computer will detect the camera automatically and display PictureProject Transfer If Mass Storage is selected for USB the monitor and viewfinder will display the indicators shown at right when PTP is selected the normal shooting indicators are displayed Connecting to PC wma 5 Transfer photographs to the computer using PictureProject See the PictureProject online help for more information 6 If PTP is selected for USB the camera can be turned off and the USB cable discon nected once transfer is complete If Mass Storage is selected the camera must first be removed from the system as described below Windows XP Home Edition Wind
106. ning shown at right is displayed the camera was unable to measure white balance Return to Step 2 and mea Unable to measure sure white balance again presat soils DAIO Please try again 11 Fn Button 77 If White balance is chosen for Custom Setting 11 S Fn button pressing the Fn button for about 2s when preset white balance is selected will display the indicators shown in Step 4 Measure a value for preset white balance as described in Steps 5 6 Menu Guide Shooting Options The Shooting Menu 71 Copying White Balance from a Photograph A white balance value copied from an existing photograph can be used for preset white balance Select White balance gt White balance preset in the shooting menu The menu shown in Step 1 will be displayed White balance White balance White balance preset Measure _ Use photo gt This image Select image White balance 3 w Use photo 4 Highlight Select image Display folder list t To use current source photo highlight This image and press OK White balance Select image NCD40 gt NIKON TOKYO or y r zj d 5 P A ca p N si 5 FA E Zoom 0K Done t y a ES 5 PAm Zoom Done L picture full frame press and hold button lighted photograph and return to shooting menu lmages displayed may include those created with other cameras but only
107. ns using the SX 1 attachment for remote control and close up i TTL photography SU 800 Wireless Speedlight Commander The SU 800 can be used as a commander for remote SB 800 600 or R200 flash units The SU 800 itself is not equipped with a flash Guide Number To calculate the range of the flash at full power divide the Guide Number by the aperture For exam ple at ISO 200 the SB 400 has a Guide Number of 30m or 98ft its range at an aperture of f 5 6 is 30 5 6 or about 5 3 meters or in feet 98 5 6 1 7ft 6in For each twofold increase in ISO sensitivity multiply the Guide Number by the square root of two approximately 1 4 Technical Notes Optional Accessories 99 The following features are available with CLS compatible flash units Speedlight Advanced Wireless Lighting sau sum sxe em commander Remote Flash mode feature SB 400 SB 800 SB 600 SB R200 PTTL A A e re e j Autoaperturet V YV V o Nonato j cN __Range prioritymanual Y M a a I A A A RPT Repeatingflash Y gt Yyyy REAR Rear curtainsync yY y yyy yy Red eyereduction Y Y Y Yo a gt a Flash Color Information Communication VY VY x v AF assist for multi area AF4 y vo a ee I ea SS eee ee Auto zoom Auto 50 acerca 1 Only available when SU 800 is used to control other flash units 5 i TTL Balan
108. ocked by pressing the shutter release button halfway single servo AF or by pressing the AE L AF L button ISO sensitivity Recom mendederonsurelndex 200 1600 in steps of 1 EV with additional setting one step over 1600 Technical Notes Specifications 119 Exposure Metering Matrix 3D color matrix metering Il type G and D lenses color matrix metering II other CPU lenses metering performed by 420 segment RGB sensor Center weighted Spot Meters 3 5 mm circle about 2 5 of frame centered on active focus area EUAN TEIGA 20 EV 3D color matrix or center weighted metering f 1 4 lens 20 C 68 F 2 20EV spot metering Exposure meter coupling Digital Vari Program Digital Vari Program g auto auto no flash portrait gj landscape amp child amp exposure modes sports WY close up night portrait programmed auto P with flexible program shutter priority auto aperture priority auto A manual M Exposure compensation 5 5EV in increments of 1 EV Exposure lock Exposure locked at detected value with AE L AF L button Shutter Combined mechanical and CCD electronic shutter Speed 30 0005 in steps of 1 3 EV bulb White balance Auto TTL white balance with 420 segment RGB sensor six manual modes with fine tuning and preset white balance Built in flash A Z C amp Bg Auto flash with auto pop up P S A M Manual pop up with button release Guide number m ft e Ap
109. ode 62 83 Can not copy photos to computer Choose correct USB option 55 Can not use Camera Control Pro Set USB to PTP 29730 Can not select photo for printing 110 Technical Notes Troubleshooting Camera Error Messages and Displays This section lists common warning indicators and error messages that appear in the view finder and monitor Message Viewfinder Solution ry Lock lens aperture ring at minimum aperture largest f number Lens not attached F m No lens attached attach lens blinks F 5 Attached lens is not CPU lens select mode M Attach a lens blinks Initialization error Turn d turn camera off remove and reinsert battery and camera off and then on again blinks This battery cannot be used Choose battery designated Insert EN EL9 battery for use in this camera Battery level is low Complete l l End cleaning or inspection of low pass filter and operation and turn camera blinks turn camera off immediately n Sx off immediately Shutter release disabled d lurn camera off and recharge battery or replace 9 10 Recharge battery blinks with fully charged spare battery 15 Clock not set Set camera clock 11 blinks NOMEMORY CARD E Inset memoryerd ea Memory card Is locked LHA Slide card write protect switch to write position 13 Slide lock to write position blinks j P l a e Use Nikon approved card mum Card may
110. olor temperature preset 49 70 72 White balance shooting menu 49 70 72 World time setup menu 11 83 Index 125 126 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 NIKON CORPORATION Fuji Bldg 2 3 Marunouchi 3 chome ie es Chiyoda ku Tokyo 100 8331 Japan 6MBA7511 02
111. on or VCR for playback or recording Use of an optional EH 5 AC adapter and EP 5 AC adapter connector is recommended for extended playback 103 1 Choose the appropriate video mode amp 83 2 Turn the camera off Always turn the camera off before con necting or disconnecting the video cable 3 Connect the video cable as shown Connect to video device 4 Tune the television to the video channel 5 Turn the camera on and press to begin playback During playback images will be displayed on the television or recorded to video tape the camera monitor will remain off Reference Connecting to a Computer Printer or TV Viewing Photographs on TV Menu Guide Using Camera Menus Most shooting playback and setup options can be accessed from the camera menus To view the menus press the button Choose from playback shooting Custom Settings setup and retouch menus see below menu nfo display format U Auto shooting info World time LCD brightness SETUP MENU h ment shows position in current Current setting for each option is If 2 i is displayed help for the a ce a a i oJ shown by icon current item can be viewed by R Video mode pressing button L Current menu item is highlighted Menu Description gt Playback Adjust playback settings and manage photos 65 Shooting Adjust shooting settings
112. ones when travel How do adjust monitor brightness 83 How do restore default settings 38 How do turn off the light on the front of the camera 76 How do keep the shutter speed and aperture displays m from turning off How do I change the self timer delay 33 How do I change the remote delay 33 How do keep the camera from beeping 74 How do view all the items in the menus 80 Can display the menus in a different language 84 How do keep the file number from being reset when insert anew memory card How can prevent the same file name from being assigned to different photographs File number sequence 86 Q amp A Index vii Taking Photographs Question Is there an easy way to take snapshots Is there an easy way to take more creative shots What do do if flash photography is prohibited How do bring out a portrait subject How can get good landscape shots How do take snapshots of my kids How do freeze a moving subject How do take close ups of small objects Can include night backgrounds in my portraits How do change camera settings using the shooting information display How do take a lot of photographs quickly Can shoot a self portrait Is there a remote control for this camera How do adjust exposure How do freeze or blur moving objects How do blur background details Can make photos brighter or darker How do make a time exposure How do use the
113. ons FAQs and general advice on digital imaging and photography Additional informa tion may be available from the Nikon representative in your area See the following URL for contact information http nikonimaging com Introduction Thank you for your purchase of a Nikon D40 single lens reflex SLR digital camera with interchangeable lenses This manual has been written to help you enjoy taking pictures with your Nikon digital camera Read this manual thoroughly before use and keep it handy when using the product To make it easier to find the information you need the following symbols and conventions are used This icon marks cautions information that v should be read before use to prevent dam age to the camera Q This icon marks tips additional information that may be helpful when using the camera This icon indicates that more information is available elsewhere in this manual or in the Quick Start Guide This icon marks settings that can be adjusted A This icon marks settings that can be fine using camera menus 1 3 tuned from the Custom Settings menu This icon marks notes information that should be read before using the camera Lens Autofocus is supported with AF S and AF I lenses only An 18 55 mm f 3 5 5 6GIl ED AF S DX Zoom Nikkor lens 9 122 is used in this manual for illustrative purposes 1 Focal length scale 2 Focal length scale index 3 Mounting index 48 4 Rear cover MN 8 5 CPU c
114. ontacts AR 45 6 A M mode switch 8 8 28 7 Zoom ring 8 Focus ring By 28 9 Lens cap Introduction 1 Getting to Know the Camera Take a few moments to familiarize yourself with camera controls and displays You may find wd it helpful to bookmark this section and refer to it as you read through the rest of the manual Camera Body Wi Infrared receiver VA Power SWILCH ssssassssavinnssaniopnsinseonboosinninnoiniatonisbonionhcnontiiasen BE Shutter release DUTTON csssssssssssccccccccsssssssesenenssssse ug exposure Compensation button 47 O ADS RUS DUNO eana 43 Fasi cCOmpensatiO Neina 48 bE shooting information DUTTON oe 22 reset DUTTON ccessssssssssssscccssssssssescsnnssssssssnnosessceceee 38 J AF assist UMIN ATOM cssssssssssssscsssssccsssssseesssssssssen 23 Self timer LAM Poise 33 Red eye reduction lamp s ssssssssssssrssrsssrsssossrssrsssssses 35 VAS focal plane Mark sssri 28 Made Mel sarina 4 PA BEEE E an eae 34 2 Introduction Getting to Know the Camera i DK 16 viewfinder eyepiece cup PE Viewfinder eyepiece s s s thumbnail DUTTON cccesssssssccscsssssssssnnnnsnee 52 BE Diopter adjustment control ssssssrsssrssssssrssrsseessess help button EY GED AE L AF L DUTTON won eecccccsssssssssssssseesssseeen MENU button sssri 63 Om protect DUTTON va ecceccccsssssssssssessssseesssssssesnsssseeen playback button sssini 20 50 Bl OULU ANIC did hse
115. ontrol 78 99 101 J JPEG 29 31 57 116 K K See Number of exposures remaining L L See Image size Landscapes See g land scape mode Language 84 121 Language setup menu 84 LCD brightness setup menu 83 Lens 1 8 97 98 122 AF S AF I 1 8 97 non CPU 97 98 Lighting See Flash White bal ance Long time exposures 44 Low pass filter 86 105 cleaning 105 124 Index M M See Image size M See Manual mode Manual mode 39 43 44 Mass storage See USB Mass storage Matrix See Metering Memory buffer 32 116 Memory card 12 13 81 102 116 approved 102 capacity 116 formatting 12 13 81 lock 13 menu button 3 63 64 Menus 63 95 See also CSM Setup menu using 63 64 Metering 45 46 75 Mirror 86 104 105 Mirror lock up setup menu 86 105 Mode 4 See also Aperture pri ority auto Auto mode Digital Vari Program Programmed auto Manual mode Shutter priority auto Monitor 3 6 50 104 auto off 14 78 brightness of 83 Monochrome 68 92 See also Black and white Monochrome retouch menu 92 Moving subjects See amp Sports mode Focus autofo cus mode N D See Filter Neutral Density ND EF RAW See Image quality EF RAW eutral Density See Filter eutral Density ND ight photography See night portrait mode oise 37 44 73 76 See also Noise reduction Noise reduction shooting menu 73 No memory card Custom Settings menu 75 Non
116. or zoom playback or highlighted in the thumbnail list Deleting Individual Photographs Press the button to delete the photograph currently displayed in full frame or zoom playback or highlighted in the thumbnail list One of the following confirmation dialogs will be displayed press the button again to delete the photograph Press the button to exit without deleting the photograph Delete 2 3 Delete O A ED kF LAV EA 7 Eg 9 s EDE EA r 100NCD40 DSC_0001 JPG NORMAL 7 i 2007 01 01 13 53 49 3008x2000 Delete X 65 This option can be used to delete multiple photographs Reference More on Playback Viewing Photographs on the Camera Connecting to a Computer Printer or TV Connecting to a Computer The camera can be connected to a computer using the supplied USB cable The supplied PictureProject software can then be used to copy photographs to the computer where they can be organized retouched and printed Before Connecting the Camera Install PictureProject from the supplied installer CD To ensure that data transfer is not inter rupted be sure the camera battery is fully charged If in doubt charge the battery before connecting the camera or use an optional EH 5 AC adapter and EP 5 AC adapter connector Hi 103 Before connecting the camera select the USB item in the camera USB setup menu and choose a USB option as described below m M Mass Storage Computer operati
117. ormed Choose a shorter auto off delay for longer battery life 2 Si Short 32 Custom Option Description Monitor and exposure meters remain on for 4s When Image review is on pictures are displayed in monitor for 4s after shooting P84 75 Normal Monitor and exposure meters remain on for 8s When Image review is on pictures are default displayed in monitor for 4s after shooting P75 Monitor remains on for 20s exposure meters remain on for 1minute When Image review is on pictures are displayed in monitor for 20s after shooting P84 75 Choose monitor off delay and image review time from 4s 8s 20s 1minute and 10minutes Choose auto meter off delay from 4s 8s 20s 1 minute or 30 minutes Short Long Custom Note that the shooting information display turns off automatically when the exposure meters turn off L Using an AC Adapter Regardless of the setting chosen the monitor and exposure meters do not turn off automatically when the camera is powered by an optional EH 5 AC adapter and EP 5 AC adapter connector AH 103 78 Menu Guide Custom Settings 16 Self Timer Choose the length of the shutter release delay in self timer mode 15 Self timer i 33 The default setting is 10s 17 Remote on Duration Choose how long the camera will wait for a signal from the i7 Remote on duration remote before cancelling delayed or quick response remote DA modes S84 33 Choose shorter times for longer battery life
118. ory card memory card will M Info display format be deleted OK 4 Auto shooting info World time LCD brightness Video mode Yes 2 7 All pictures on All pictures on memory card will memory card will be deleted OK Highlight Yes Format card Do not turn camera off or remove card or battery until formatting is complete and setup menu is displayed Formatting Memory Cards Use the camera Format memory card option to format memory cards Performance may drop if cards are formatted in a computer The Write Protect Switch SD cards are equipped with a write protect switch to prevent accidental loss of data When this switch is in the lock position the camera will dis play a message to warn that photos can not be recorded or deleted and the memory card can not be formatted Write protect switch Introduction First Steps 13 Adjusting Viewfinder Focus Photographs are framed in the viewfinder Before shooting make sure that the display in the viewfinder is in clear focus 1 Remove the lens cap and turn the camera on Slide the diopter adjustment control up and down until the focus brackets are in sharp focus When operating the diopter adjustment control with your eye to the viewfinder be careful not to put your fingers or fingernails in your eye ea of Focus brackets Auto Meter Off At default settings the viewfinder and shooting information display will turn off if no op
119. ose size of crop and use multi selector to choose position of crop Press OK to return to print menu To start printing highlight Start printing and press OK The PictBridge playback display will be shown when printing is complete Page Size Border and Time Stamp Choose printer default to print at current printer settings Only options supported by the current printer can be selected Reference Connecting to a Computer Printer or TV Printing Photographs 59 Printing Multiple Pictures To print multiple pictures or create an index print listing all JPEG photographs as small thumbnail images press the button in the PictBridge playback display The menu shown at right will be displayed Press the multi selector up or down to highlight an option and press to the right to select Option Print select Print DPOF Index print Description Print selected pictures see below Print current DPOF print order 4 61 Create index print of all JPEG photos to maximum of 256 Confirmation dialog shown at right will be displayed press OK to display menu of print options Choose page size border and time stamp options as described on pre ceding page warning will be displayed if selected page size is too small To start printing highlight Start print fo PictBridge Print select Print DPOF Index print 7 Index print Print f ing and press OK PictBridge menu will be displayed when printing is complet
120. ot be in a focus area in the final composition It can also be used when the autofocus system is unable to focus 8427 Single or dynamic area AF is rec ommended when using focus lock 4 24 1 Position the subject in the selected focus area and press the shutter release button halfway to initiate focus 2 Check that the in focus indicator appears in the view finder Focus will lock automatically when the in focus indica tor appears and remain locked while the shutter release button is pressed halfway Focus can also be locked by press ing the AE L AF L button while the shutter release button is pressed halfway Focus will remain locked while the AE L AF L button is pressed even if you later remove your finger from the shutter release button 3 Recompose the photograph and shoot The shutter release button can not be used to lock focus in amp mode 19 continuous shooting mode 32 or continuous servo autofocus 23 Use the AE L AF L button to lock focus At other settings focus will remain locked between shots if the shutter release button is kept pressed halfway 12 AE L AF L 8477 This option controls the behavior of the AE L AF L button 26 Reference More on Photography All Modes Focus cl Getting Good Results with Autofocus Autofocus does not perform well under the conditions listed below If the camera is unable to focus using autofocus use manual focus AN 28 or use fo
121. ows XP Professional Click the Safely Remove Hardware icon in the taskbar E and select Safely remove USB Mass Storage Device Safely Remove Hardware te 10 00 AM Windows 2000 Professional Click the Unplug or Eject Hardware icon in the taskbar 5 and select Stop USB Mass Storage Device Unplug or Eject Hardware W 10 00 AM Mac OS X Drag the camera volume NIKON D40 into the Trash V4 During Transfer Do not turn the camera off or disconnect the USB cable while transfer is in progress Camera Control Pro Camera Control Pro available separately AR 103 can be used to operate the camera from a computer Before connecting the camera set the camera USB option 484 to PTP When Camera Control Pro is running the indicators shown at right will appear in the viewfinder and shooting information display 56 Reference Connecting to a Computer Printer or TV Connecting to a Computer Printing Photographs Photographs can be printed by any of the following methods e Connect the camera to a printer and print JPEG photographs directly from the camera see below e Insert the camera memory card in a printer equipped with a card slot see the printer manual for details If the printer supports DPOF 117 photographs can be selected for printing using Print set DPOF 61 e Take the camera memory card to a developer or digital printer center If the center sup ports DPOF amp 117 photographs can b
122. perature polysilicon TFT LCD with brightness adjustment Video output Can be selected from NTSC and PAL External interface interface USB 2 0 Hi speed Tripod socket Yin ISO 1222 Firmware upgrades Firmware can be upgraded by user 120 Technical Notes Specifications Supported languages Chinese Simplified and Traditional Dutch English Finnish French German Italian Japanese Korean Polish Portuguese Russian Spanish Swedish Power source e One rechargeable Nikon EN EL9 Li ion battery charging voltage MH 23 quick charger 74V DC e EH 5 AC adapter available separately requires optional EP 5 AC adapter connector Dimensions WxDxH Approximately 126x64x94mm 5 02 5 x3 7in Approximate weight 475g 11b 10z without battery memory card or body cap Operating environment Temperature O 40 C 32 104 F Humidity Less than 85 no condensation Unless otherwise stated all figures are for a camera with a fully charged battery operating at an ambi ent temperature of 20 C 68 F EN EL9 Rechargeable Li ion Battery Type Rechargeable lithium ion battery Rated capacity 7 AV 1000 mAh Dimensions WxDxH Approximately 36x56x 14mm 1 4x2 2x0 6in Approximate weight 51g 1 80z excluding power cable Battery Life Battery life varies with charge state and shooting conditions The number of shots that can be taken with a fully charged EN EL9 battery 1000mAh is approximately 470 shots in single fram
123. photographs created with D40 can be used as source for preset white balance Note that if a new value is measured for white balance white balance will be set to the mea sured value even if Use photo is currently selected in the preset white balance menu 72 Menu Guide Shooting Options The Shooting Menu ISO Sensitivity Adjust ISO sensitivity 37 Noise Reduction Photographs taken at high sensitivities or at shutter speeds of 1s or slower can be processed to reduce noise in the form of mot tling or randomly spaced brightly colored pixels Choose from the following options Option Description Off Noise turns off reduction at ISO sensitivities of 1600 or less Minimal noise reduction is still default performed when ISO sensitivity is set to HI 1 Photographs taken at ISO sensitivities over ISO 800 or at shutter speeds of about 1s or slower are processed to reduce noise if shutter soeed is 1s or slower time need to process photographs before they are recorded approximately doubles and capacity of memory buffer may drop Job nr is displayed at the bottom of the viewfinder during processing Noise reduction will not be performed if the camera is turned off before processing is com plete On Frame rates will slow if On is selected in continuous shooting mode 32 Menu Guide Shooting Options The Shooting Menu 73 Custom Settings are used to customize camera settings to suit individual pre
124. proximately 17 55 at ISO 200 and 20 C 68 F manual 18 59 e Approximately 12 39 at ISO 100 and 20 C 68 F manual 13 42 Flash Sync contact Flash control TTL TTL flash control by 420 segment RGB sensor i TTL balanced fill flash for digital SLR and standard i TTL fill flash for digital SLR available when CPU lens is used with built in flash SB 400 SB 800 and SB 600 Auto aperture Available with SB 800 and CPU lens Non TTL auto Available with such Speedlights as SB 800 80DX 28DX 28 27 and 22s Range priority manual Available with SB 800 Flash mode oe Z Z amp Auto auto with red eye reduction fill flash and red eye reduction available with optional Speedlight Bg Auto auto slow sync auto slow sync with red eye reduction slow sync and slow sync with red eye reduction available with optional Speedlight aa Fill flash and red eye reduction available with optional Speedlight PA Fill flash rear curtain with slow sync slow sync slow sync with red eye reduction red eye reduction S M Fill flash rear curtain sync red eye reduction Flash ready indicator Lights when built in flash or SB series Speedlight such as 400 800 or 600 is fully charged blinks for about 3s after flash is fired at full output Accessory shoe Nikon Creative Lighting Supported with built in flash SB 400 SB 800 and SB 600 Advanced Wireless Lighting System supported with SB 800 or SU 800 as Commander Monitor 2 51n 230 000 dot low tem
125. pying or Reproduction Note that simply being in possession of material that has been digitally copied or reproduced by means of a scanner digi tal 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 pro hibited Unless the prior permission of the government has been obtained the copying or reproduction or unused postage stamps or post cards issued by the government is prohib ited The copying or reproduction of stamps issued by the gov ernment and of certified documents stipulated by law is prohibited e Cautions on certain copies and reproductions The government has issued cautions on copies or repro ductions 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 pri vate groups ID cards and tickets such as passes and meal coupons e Comply with copyright notices The copying or reproduction of copyrighted creative works such as boo
126. r A P Nikkor Non CPU Can be used in mode M but exposure meter does not function electronic range finder can be used if maximum aperture is f 5 6 or faster IX Nikkor lenses can not be used tExcluding lenses for F3AF Pictureangle angle Equivalent in 35 mm format is approximately 1 5 times lens focal length Viewfinder Diopter Eyepoint Focusing screen Frame coverage Approximately 95 of lens vertical and horizontal Magnification Approximately 0 8 x 50 mm lens at infinity 1 0m Reflex mirror Quick return Lens aperture Electronically controlled with instant return Self timer Electronically controlled timer with 2 5 10 or 20s duration Focus area selection FOCUS area can be selected from 3 focus areas e Autofocus AF Instant single servo AF AF S continuous servo AF AF C auto AF S AF C selection AF A predictive focus tracking activated automatically according to subject status e Manual focus M Storage Media SD Secure Digital memory cards camera supports SDHC File system Compliant with Design Rule for Camera File System DCF 2 0 and Digital Print Order Format DPOF Compression NEF RAW compressed 12 bit JPEG JPEG baseline complaint Autofocus TTL phase detection by Nikon Multi CAM 530 autofocus sensor module with AF assist illuminator range approximately 0 5 3 0m 1 ft 8in 9ft 10in Detection range 1 0 19EV ISO 100 at 20 C 68 F AF area mode Focus lock Focus can be l
127. rcrennadisniaiiiriiniindin Multi selector The multi selector is used for menu navigation and playback VR Cem Playback 4 51 Menus shooting info Pj 22 63 Press up View previous photo Press right View next photo Cnel O Press left Display sub menu Press down Retouch photo vy 89 View more photo info Move cursor down Make selection Help For help on the current mode or menu item press the button Help is Optimize image displayed in the monitor while the button is pressed to scroll the dis ro ee oe ae play press the multi selector up or down A blinking icon indicates eines ah that help on an error or other problem can be viewed in the monitor by pressing the button Introduction Getting to Know the Camera 3 The Mode Dial The D40 offers a choice of the following twelve shooting modes gi Advanced Modes Exposure Modes Select these modes for full control over camera settings Point and Shoot Modes Digital Vari Programs Selecting a Digital Vari Program automatically optimizes settings to suit the selected scene making creative photography as simple as rotating the mode dial Za Auto 15 amp child 5 19 Auto flash off 0 18 Sports 9219 Portrait 18 WW Close up 19 Night portrait 4 19 Landscape 4 18 The Power Switch The power switch is used to turn the camera on and off 4
128. rols the behavior of the AE L AF L button 13 AE Lock 477 This option controls whether the shutter release button locks exposure Reference P S A and M Modes Exposure Exposure Compensation Controls used Exposure comp Exposure comp NORN 4 a 00m oo Exposure compensation is used to alter exposure by up to 5 EV in increments of ZEV mak ing pictures brighter or darker It is available only in P S A and M modes and is most effective when used with center weighted or spot metering 45 As a rule of thumb positive compensation may be needed when the main subject is darker than the background neg ative values when the main subject is brighter than the background Exposure compensation is shown in the shooting information dis play Normal exposure can be restored by setting exposure com pensation to 0 Exposure compensation is not reset when the camera is turned off 1EV No exposure compensation cM The Button Exposure compensation can also be adjusted by pressing the button and rotating the command dial until the desired value is shown in the viewfinder or shooting information display P S and A modes only The viewfinder display is illustrated at right Reference P S A and M Modes Exposure 47 Flash Compensation Flash level lt a 00m 00 Sl l Flash compensation available only in P S A and M modes is used to alter flash output by from
129. s altered area currently visible in monitor is indicated by yellow border View other Rotate command dial to view same location in other images at images current zoom ratio Cancel zoom 0 Return to full frame playback Delete photo Delete current photograph 4 54 Om int Protect photo Protect current photograph AR 54 Exit to shooting Shutter button To return to shooting mode press shutter release button halfway mode or or press the button View menus View menus A 63 PISPA SOONG Display shooting information 22 information Reference More on Playback Viewing Photographs on the Camera 53 54 Protecting Photographs from Deletion In full frame zoom and thumbnail playback the button can be used to protect photo graphs from accidental deletion Protected files can not be deleted using the button or the Delete option in the playback menu and have DOS read only status when viewed on a Windows computer Note that protected files will be deleted when the memory card is formatted 4 13 81 Press the B button to protect the photograph currently dis played in full frame or zoom playback or highlighted in the a thumbnail list The photograph will be marked with a an A EN ON 100NCD40 DSC_0001 JPG NORMAL 2007 01 01 13 53 49 3008x2000 To remove protection from the photograph so that it can be deleted press the button when the photograph is displayed in full frame
130. s and other situations in which you want to leave the camera in charge of shutter soeed and aperture To take photographs in programmed auto 1 Rotate the mode dial to P a 2 Frame a photograph focus and shoot 40 Flexible Program In mode P different combinations of shutter speed and aperture can be selected by rotating the command dial flexible program Rotate the command dial to the right for large apertures small f numbers that blur background details or fast shutter speeds that freeze motion Rotate the command dial to the left for small apertures large f numbers that increase depth of field or slow shutter speeds that blur motion All com binations produce the same exposure While flexible program is in effect a EJ indicator appears in the viewfinder To restore default shutter speed and aperture settings rotate the command dial until the indicator is no longer displayed choose another mode or turn the camera off Reference P S A and M Modes Mode P Programmed Auto Mode S Shutter Priority Auto In shutter priority auto you choose the shutter speed from values between 30s and 14 0005 while the camera automatically selects the aperture that will produce the optimal exposure Use slow shutter speeds to suggest motion by blurring moving subjects high shutter speeds to freeze motion To take photographs in shutter priority auto 1 Rotate the mode dial to S Rotate the
131. s soon as enough memory is available in buffer 3 Total file size of NEF RAW and JPEG images Exposure Program Mode P The exposure program for mode P is shown in the following graph waa F lens focal length lt 55mm mmk gt oomm saww gt 1 SMM gt GYRO A474 Oo amp 6 OA 029 0 N 30 15 8 4 2 1 2 4 8 15 30 60 125 250 500 100020004000 Shutter speed The maximum and minimum values for EV vary with ISO sensitivity the above graph assumes an ISO 1 sensitivity of ISO 200 equivalent When matrix metering is used values over 171 3EV are reduced to 17 BEV 116 Technical Notes Appendix Flash Control 99 101 The following types of flash control are supported when a CPU lens is used in combination with the built in flash or optional SB 400 SB 800 or SB 600 Speedlights e i TTL Balanced Fill Flash for Digital SLR Flash output is adjusted for a natural balance between the main subject and the background e Standard i TTL Fill Flash for Digital SLR Flash output is adjusted for the main subject the brightness of the background is not taken into account Recommended for use with exposure compensation for shots in which the main subject is emphasized at the expense of background details or when using an SC series 17 28 or 29 sync cable Standard i TTL flash control is used with spot metering or when selected with the optional
132. scribed at the beginning of this section instead of selecting a single photograph and then choosing a picture size the user selects a picture size first and then selects one or more photographs to copy at the selected size as described on the fol lowing page 92 Menu Guide Creating Retouched Copies The Retouch Menu Selecting Small picture from the retouch menu displays the menu shown in Step 1 Fol low the steps below to create small copies of multiple pictures Select picture Cum 320240 Cm 160X120 Display options Small picture Select picture Ca 160X120 Highlight desired picture size Make selection and return to previous menu Small picture pats picture 5 Small picture Select picture gt Choose size Set_ Zoom Done L Display selection screen Small picture Create small picture 1 image MENS Yes Set QZoom OK Done L No Select pictures 65 Selected pictures are Confirmation dialog displayed marked with icon 9 gt 10 Create small picture 1 image Yes No 100NCD40 DSC_0007 JPG 2007 01 01 12 53 04 Highlight Yes Copy photos and exit to full frame JTA To return to Step 7 without creating copies highlight No and press OK Press MENU to exit to retouch menu without creating copies Viewing Small Pictures Small pictures are indicated by a gray border during full frame playback
133. seessesssecssesseeeetenseeetnsseeesenseeetensees 32 gt Metering P S A and M Modes Only nnn Self Timer and Remote Control Modes 3 ONG MENO aO ccc EE E Using the Built in FlaSh s essssssssessssssssseesssssrrrcesssssrresssse 34 7 NAGS ROVE W eaen mittee cacaiies 75 ISO Sensitivity csssssssesssstsseussstussatietitsatisssiasssee 37 8 Flash Level P S A and M Modes Only nn 6 Two Button RESEt eesssssesssessesseeeesssceetsnseeettenseeceenseeeeee 38 S AF Assist All Modes Except lal and ssn 76 P S A ANd M MOde ccrrrrsrrsrsssssssssessscesccees 39 ae ae PHONG ARA MORES ODIY hesan is Mode P Programmed AUtO ameen 40 eya P A A ieee u Modes Shutter Priority AUtO anmenn 41 7 P a set Ay one las AUTO sheers ie 14 Built in Flash P S A and M Modes Only sssssssss 78 AO seers hace de des ranatieonc E TEA 45 15 AUTO Off TIMETS ssis 78 Metering 45 IGS GW NIST E E EA A E 79 T a MEU eae Exposure COMpensSation s ssssssssrsssrssersssirrssrrsrssssrreserssersserrn 47 Basic Camera Settings The Setup MEMU ssis a CSM Setup MenU cies scteesssinnstisesieedtasdiiestoiasalans piece nase 80 Flash COMPENSATION essessscsssscssssssssssssesseeseessssssssssssesesssessessssesse 48 White Balante eecen techn ce cenerects Meenas 49 ane METO CONG recente americas Into Display Format accisisissisnsiunesivieasscsssisiescootubosarseotnburasasdvmscisi 81 More on Playback ssesssresrserssrssrssrssensensensensonsonsonees 50 Auta oonan
134. selects the focus area in autofocus mode Hi 24 A TI closest subject O 1 Dynamic area u Single area 4 Shooting Mode Select from single frame continuous self timer and remote con trol mode 32 AES ngle frame OH Continuous ils Self timer 2s Delayed remote Quick response remote 5 Metering P S A and M Modes Only Choose how the camera meters exposure 45 I Matrix Center weighted C Spot 6 No Memory Card If Release locked the default setting is selected the shutter o5No memory card release is disabled when no memory card is inserted Choose Enable release to enable the shutter release button when no memory card is inserted Photographs will be displayed in the monitor but will not be saved Tey Release locked OK Enable release 7 Image Review If On the default setting is selected photographs will automati 07 Image review cally be displayed in the monitor after shooting the length of time photographs are displayed depends on the option selected for Custom Setting 15 Auto off timers If Off is selected photo graphs can be displayed in the monitor by pressing the button Menu Guide Custom Settings 75 76 8 Flash Level P S A and M Modes Only Adjust flash level 48 9 AF assist All Modes Except gj and If On the default setting is selected and the subject is poorly lit the AF assist illuminator will light to assist the
135. seseees 65 Adjusting Viewfinder FOCUS wecesssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssessesseeee 14 See E E E EA AAAA 65 a a aai Playpack Folder ssscasisasicisasssicetcossttvcesdsatnsietvissoavetbssannsiveiessosisietbivie 66 Point and Shoot Photography M2 Mode 15 Rotate Tallar ct ee 66 FT i SE a E E NE reve omer E feeetr reer areee 67 Creative Photography Digital Vari Programs 18 Baste Play ack ce aces ancetsescceeeeetceuncate 20 Print Set DPOF setnninninnnnnnnnninnnninenn 67 Shooting Options The Shooting Menu sseee 68 Reference sscisessscacevasevscsacecsavecvescsvacceevestvescssssess 2 T Optimize Image P S A and M MOdeS eeecssssssssssssssssee 68 More on Photography All Modes s sssssssssseeee 22 mage Jual anionini toad apnea neasian ES 70 The Shooting Information Display cssssscsssssseseesssesee 22 LARIO CENIA 70 FOC aan A E ER EO 23 White Balance P S A and M Modes vussi 70 ROSSI EEA E A E O 23 SQ SENSITIVITY nnn 73 AFArea ModE renerne 24 Noise RedUCHON nnnnnrnnnninnininnnnnnninnnnnninnnnn 73 FOCUS Area Select oMa 25 CUSTOM SETTINGS sresreresresrensesetnenetstnetseneenetneneenen 74 Focus LOCK 6 PN SU E E E 74 Manual FOCUS occ 28 ae a E E E es E 74 Image Quality and Siz eesscssssssssssessesessesessesessesestese 29 PROCS VOOG upane 13 image Gudi easa ncer sine nee rn 30 ZAPATA MO nnn 7 Milde S126 AEE NE E E T 30 Shooting MOE nrnnnnnnsnnnnnnninnnnnnnnnn Shooting Mode weeesesssess
136. ssed area currently visible in monitor is indicated by yellow border If the camera detects red eye in the selected photograph a copy will Create copy D be created that has been processed to reduce its effects No copy will be created if the camera is unable to detect red eye Zoom in and out View other areas of image Trim Choosing this option displays the selected image full frame as shown below To create a cropped copy of the selected image To Use Description Press to zoom in to zoom out While photo is zoomed in press multi selector up down left or right to view areas of image not visible in monitor Zoom in and out View other areas of image Save the area currently visible in the monitor as a separate file and Create copy D return to full frame playback Trim Image Quality and Size Copies created from NEF RAW or NEF RAW JPEG photos have an image quality of JPEG Fine cropped copies created from JPEG photos have the same image quality as the original Depending on the size of the crop the copy may be 2 560 1 920 1 920 1 440 1 280x960 960x720 or 640x480 pixels in size Menu Guide Creating Retouched Copies The Retouch Menu 91 Monochrome Choose from Black and white Sepia and Cyanotype blue and white monochrome Black and white Sepia Cyanotype Selecting Sepia or Cyanotype displays a preview of the selected image press the multi selector up to increase color s
137. sssssessssssssssesssssssssessessssssessessssssusssesssssssseessssssseesesssssnsessessssssessessssseeees 116 E ao osteo EE EEE A E A ETTE 117 e Shutter Speeds Available with the Built in Flash 00 1100sseeseesersrsseessresrsriis 117 Aperture Sensitivity and Flash Range cc sccsssscssssssuessssecsssssssunsssesssssssussessecssssssuesessessssssneeeeeeeeen 117 e Supported Standards oo ccccccccccssssssssssssessssssscsssssssssssnsssssssssssssssssssnsesesssssssssssssssssnsetsesssssssssssseee 117 e White Balance and Color Temperature cccccccsssessssssssesssssesssssssesssssssssssssssessesssseesesssseeseessseeses 118 Available Settings and Defaults The following table lists the settings that can be adjusted in each mode SO Z MW Ex YN P s AM Optimize image o o oo oo q EA at EE EAE S Whitebalancet J o CT CT CT CC CC vv g SOsensitivity dE YT Tv TE Tv iv vv vv vt Noise reduction puBeep CCU ET E 4 4 be A Ee i 5 Meteringt CEC T T 1 ae ee a ae ae a 4 S 8 Fashlevel 1 1 7 1 7 1 goat E da drn a id Botsoato CE CE CE Cr CE CE CE CE Cv Siteymbutton dT ME Ev vv Yt 4 14 Builtinfash o o oOo o o CE Ct r K a ash mode utoexposure lock 1195 18410 gt ERE DERE DERE DERE DE DERE DERE BDE EEE EERE S Exposure compensation oa Aas E a Feme poan m 1 Reset with two button reset 0838 3 Reset with when mode dial is rotated to new setting 2 Reset
138. t Select items gt Back The items in the selected menu will be listed as shown at right oe the illustration shows the items listed when the playback Hlavback folder menu is selected The CSM Setup menu item in the setup a lide show menu can not be selected Menu Guide Basic Camera Settings The Setup Menu 3 Press the multi selector up or down to highlight items and Select items OBack then press to the right to select or deselect Selected items mA are indicated by a check mark CEZ otate tall O Slide show gt Set m Print set DPOF 4 Highlight Done and press OK to return to the list of menu Selectitemsi Back names shown in Step 1 Repeat steps 2 3 to edit additional pene Menus yO Playback folder O Rotate tall O Slide show m Print set DPOF CSM Setup menu 5 Highlight Done in the list of menu names and press OK to return setup menu Format Memory Card Select Yes to format the memory card Note that this permanently Format memory card deletes all photographs and any other data the card may contain collared Be sure that any valued files have been copied to a computer ae cae before formatting Z Formatting Memory Cards Do not turn the camera off or remove the memory card while formatting is in progress Info Display Format Choose one of the following shooting information display formats Info display format for Digital Vari Program l Z lal x amp amp and B
139. ter Technical Notes Optional Accessories 97 V4 Incompatible Non CPU Lenses and Accessories The following non CPU lenses and accessories can NOT be used e TC 16A AF Teleconverter e 200 600 mm f 9 5 serial numbers 280001 300490 e Non Al lenses Lenses for the F3AF 80mm f 2 8 200mm f 3 5 TC 16 e Lenses that require the AU 1 focusing unit 400mm Teleconverter f 4 5 600mm f 5 6 800mm f 8 1200mm f 11 PC 28mm f 4 serial number 180900 or earlier Fisheye 6mm f 5 6 8mm f 8 OP 10mm f 5 6 gt PC 35mm f 2 8 serial numbers 851001 906200 e Old model 21 mm f 4 e Old model PC 35mm f 3 5 e K2 rings Old model 1000mm f 6 3 Reflex ED 180 600 mm f 8 serial numbers 174041 174180 1000mm f 11 Reflex serial numbers 142361 143000 e ED 360 1200mm f 11 serial numbers 174031 174127 2000mm f 11 Reflex serial numbers 200111 200310 AF Assist Illumination Red Eye Reduction AF assist illumination is not available with the following lenses e AF S VR ED 70 200mm f 2 8G AF S ED 80 200 mm f 2 8D e AF S VR 200mm f 2G AF S VR 300mm f 2 8G AF S VR ED 200 400 mm f 4G At ranges under 1m 3ft 3in the following lenses may block the AF assist illuminator and interfere with autofocus when lighting is poor e AF S VR ED 24 120mm f 3 5 5 6G AF S ED 17 35 mm f 2 8D AF S DX IF ED 17 55 mm f 2 8G e AF S ED 28 70mm f 2 8D Lenses that block the subject s view of the AF assist illuminator can interfere with red eye reduction
140. th a soft cloth or chamois leather Do not apply pressure as this could result in damage or malfunction Lens mirror and viewfinder V4 The Monitor Should the monitor break care should be taken to avoid injury caused by broken glass and to prevent liquid crystal from the monitor from entering your eyes or mouth v Servicing the Camera and Accessories The D40 is a precision device and requires regular servicing Nikon recommends that the camera be inspected by the original retailer or Nikon service representative once every one to two years and that it be serviced once every three to five years note that fees apply to these services Frequent inspec tion and servicing are particularly recommended if the camera is used professionally Any accessories regularly used with the camera such as lenses or optional Speedlights should be included when the camera is inspected or serviced 104 Technical Notes Caring for the Camera The Low Pass Filter The image sensor that acts as the camera s picture element is fitted with a low pass filter to prevent moir If you suspect that dirt or dust on the filter is appearing in photographs you can clean the filter as described below Note however that the filter is extremely delicate and easily damaged Nikon recommends that the filter be cleaned only by Nikon authorized service personnel To prevent the camera from powering off while the mirror is raised use a full charged battery or
141. th the D40 The use of third party rechargeable Li ion batteries not bearing the Nikon holographic seal shown above could interfere with normal opera tion of the camera or result in the batteries overheating igniting rup turing or leaking Negative terminal SSS Signal contact Positive terminal Terminal cover Introduction Getting to Know the Camera 7 Attaching a Lens Autofocus is supported with AF S and AF I lenses only Care should be taken to prevent dust from entering the camera when exchanging lenses 1 Turn the camera off and remove the body cap Remove the rear lens cap from the lens 2 Keeping the mounting index on the lens aligned with the mounting index on the camera body position the lens in the camera s bayonet mount and rotate the lens in the direction shown until it clicks into place If the lens is equipped with an A M or M A M switch select A autofocus or M A autofocus with manual priority Detaching Lenses Be sure the camera is off when removing or exchanging lenses To remove the lens press and hold the lens release button while turning the lens clockwise After removing the lens replace the camera body cap and rear lens cover Aperture Ring If the lens is equipped with an aperture ring lock aperture at the minimum setting highest f num ber See the lens manual for details 8 Introduction First Steps Charging and Inserting the Battery The supplied
142. ther than slow sync or select mode A or M and choose a larger aperture D D m al Menu Guide Custom Settings 11 S Fn Button Choose the function performed by the Fn button i Fnbutton Q 0oQaa a_Q MMG S S S SSSS X S If i Option Description E Self timer ISO ISO sensitivity Press the Fn button to select self timer mode 33 WB White balance default Shooting Press the Fn button and rotate the command dial to select mode shooting mode fj 32 Image Press the Fn button and rotate the command dial to select quality size image quality and size 29 Iso Press the Fn button and rotate the command dial to select ISO sensitivity sensitivity 437 White Press the Fn button and rotate the command dial to select balance white balance P S A and M modes only j 49 At settings other than Self timer the default option the shooting information display will show a E icon to the left of the setting that can be adjusted by pressing the Fn button and rotating the command dial Classic display only amp 4 81 12 AE L AF L Choose the function performed by the AE L AF L button Q EET AF AF lock m AE lock only ia AF lock only MS AE lock hold AF AF ON Option Description AE AF lock default AE lock only Exposure locks while the AE L AF L button is pressed Focus is unaffected AF lock only Focus locks while the AE L AF L button is pressed
143. ths of 18 300mm or non CPU lenses with focal lengths of 18 200mm A 97 98 Remove lens hoods to prevent shadows Lenses that block the subject s view of the AF assist lamp may interfere with red eye reduction The flash has a minimum range of 60cm 2ft and can not be used in the macro range of macro zoom lenses If the flash fires in continuous shooting mode 32 only one picture will be taken each time the shutter release button is pressed The shutter release may be briefly disabled to protect the flash after it has been used for several con secutive shots The flash can be used again after a short pause For information on optional flash units Speedlights see Optional Flash Units Speedlights PB 99 See Flash Compensation for information on controlling flash level 9 48 CN Rear Curtain Sync Normally the flash fires as the shutter opens front curtain sync see below at left In rear curtain sync the flash fires just before the shutter closes creating the effect of a stream of light behind mov ing subjects Front curtain sync Rear curtain sync Reference More on Photography All Modes Using the Built in Flash Photographs taken at slow shutter speeds are prone to blurring If ISO sensitivity is raised above the base setting of ISO 200 equivalent the same exposures can be achieved at faster shutter soeeds preventing blur ISO sensitivity can be set to values between ISO 200 and
144. ti selector left or rotate photographs l command dial left to view photographs in reverse order View photo Press multi selector up or down to view information about current information photograph Pj 51 ae Zoom in on current photograph 53 Delete photo Delete current photograph 4 54 Protect photo Protect current photograph AR 54 View thumbnails View multiple photographs P52 Exit to shooting Shutter button To return to shooting mode press shutter release button halfway mode or or press the button View menus View menus f8 63 Retouch photo Create retouched copy of current photograph A0 89 Display shooting a eo a oe een Display shooting information P22 Auto Image Rotation 3 88 Rotate Tall 66 These options control whether photographs taken in tall orientation are rotated for display in the monitor during playback 7 Image Review 75 Choose whether to display photographs as they are taken 15 Auto Off Timers 2 78 Choose how long the monitor remains on before turning off automatically to save power Reference More on Playback Viewing Photographs on the Camera Photo Information Photo information is superimposed on images displayed in full frame playback Press the multi selector Information sShooting Data Page up or down to cycle through the following 1 lt Shooting Data Page 2 lt Retouch History information File retouched copies only lt gt Highl
145. time the camera is turned on the language selection dialog shown in Step 1 will be displayed in the monitor Follow the steps below to choose a language and set the time and date No photographs can be taken until the camera clock has been set Language LANG 2 Language LANG De Deutsch De Deutsch i f English f English Es Es Espa ol Espa ol Fi Suomi Fi Suomi Fr Frangais Fr Fran ais It Italiano It Italiano NI Nederlands p NI Nederlands 3 London Casablanca New York Toronto Lima UTC 0 UTC 5 4 lt OK Done OK Done Display map of world time zones Select local time zone UTC field shows time difference between selected time zone and Coordinated Universal Time UTC in hours 5 World time i Daylight saving time 20 D 01 S 00 A Set OK Done Display date menu Press multi selector left or right to select item up or down to change 7 ie O Exit to shooting mode To reset the camera clock choose a new time zone turn daylight saving time on or off or choose the order in which the year month and date are displayed use the World time option in the setup menu 83 Using Camera Menus The language menu is only displayed automatically the first time the camera is turned on See the Menu Guide 63 for information on normal menu operation Introduction First Steps 11 Inserting Memory Cards The camera stores pictures on Secure Di
146. ting Red eye correction Trim Monochrome 320240 A CD Cancel 100NCD40 DSC_0001 JPG 2007 01 01 13 53 49 30 Highlight menu item Display retouch options Q Filter effects Small picture gt 2 A ee 100NCD40 DSC 0001 JPG NORMAL 2007 01 01 13 53 49 3008x2000 Image overlay is not available during full frame playback t If sub menu is displayed repeat Steps 2 3 to select options from sub menu To exit to full frame playback without creating modified copy press button Retouching Copies With the exception of images created using Small picture the options in the retouch menu can be applied to existing copies although this may result in loss of quality Each retouch option can how ever only be applied once Image Quality Small picture creates JPEG Fine copies 1 4 compression ratio Image overlay creates copies at the current image quality setting Other options copy RAW photos as JPEG Fine quality images save where otherwise noted copies created from RAW photos are 3 008 x 2 000 pixels in size Menu Guide Creating Retouched Copies The Retouch Menu 89 90 To create retouched copies from the retouch menu 1 RETOUCH MENU 2 D lighting F Red eye correction Trim Monochrome Filter effects Small picture Monochrome Black and white Age J m ha 2 vs 3 joo eee A AE oh i k Pa 4 5 i Zoom Done L Black and white EA
147. ting Photographs 57 58 Connecting the Printer Before printing check that the camera battery is fully charged If in doubt charge the bat tery or use an EH 5 AC adapter and EP 5 AC adapter connector available separately 84 103 1 Set the camera USB option to PTP 84 USB myel M Mass Storage i 2 Turn the printer on 3 Turn the camera off 4 Connect the supplied USB cable as shown Do not use force or attempt to insert the connectors at an angle Connect the camera directly to the printer do not connect the cable via a USB hub or keyboard 5 Turn the camera on A welcome screen will be displayed fol lowed by the PictBridge playback display Proceed to Printing Pictures One at a Time 59 or Printing Multiple Pictures Qe 60 100NCD40 DSC_0001 JPG NORMAL 2007 01 01 13 53 49 3008x2000 Press the multi selector left or right to view additional photographs or press the but ton to zoom in on the current photo 53 To view six photographs at a time press the button Use the multi selector to highlight photographs or press to display the highlighted photograph full frame Reference Connecting to a Computer Printer or TV Printing Photographs Printing Pictures One at a Time To print the picture currently selected in the PictBridge playback display press OK The menu shown at right will be displayed Press the multi selector up or down to highlight an op
148. tion and press to the right to select Option Description Menu shown at right will be displayed Press multi selector up or down to choose page size from Printer default Sete default Page size default page size for current printer 3 5x5in 5x7in 4x6 in 8x 10 in 100x150mm 4x6in 8x10in Letter A3 or A4 then press OK to select and return to print menu Menu shown at right will be displayed Press multi selector Fr No of copies No of YPO down to choose number of copies maximum 99 then press OK to select and return to print menu copies Menu shown at right will be displayed Press multi selector up or down to choose print style from Printer default Border default for current printer Print with border print photo with white border or No border then press OK to select and return to print menu Menu shown at right will be displayed Press multi selector up or down to choose Printer default default for current Printer default Print with border No border Time ApPrinter default stamp printer Print time stamp print time and date of recording Ss on photo or No time stamp then press OK to select and return to print menu Menu shown at right will be displayed To exit without crop ping picture highlight No cropping and press OK To crop picture highlight Crop and press multi selector right Cropping If Crop is selected dialog shown at right will be displayed Use and G buttons to cho
149. tivity Noise reduction ic Large 3 008 2 000 6 0 MP _ Medium 5 2 256X1 496 3 3 MP te Small 1 504 1 000 1 5 MP Highlight option Menu items that are displayed in gray are not cur rently available exit the menus and return to shooting mode Playback Options The Playback Menu The playback menu contains the following options options dis played may differ if My menu is selected for the CSM Setup menu option in the setup menu amp 80 See Using Camera Menus 63 for more information on using the menus Option Description Delete Delete all or selected photos Playback folder Choose folder for playback Rotate tall Rotate tall portrait orientation photos during playback Slideshow Play photos back in automatic slide shows Print set DPOF Select photos for printing Delete The delete menu contains the following options Option Description Selected Delete selected photographs see below All Delete all photographs Selecting Multiple Pictures To select multiple pictures for deletion 1 gt Print set DPOF Set Zoom GE Done i PLAYBACK MENU y 65 66 66 67 67 4 Selected gt All gt Print set DPOF Set Zoom Done i Highlight picture To view highlighted picture Select highlighted picture full frame press button Selection shown by icon 3 Repeat steps 1 2 to select additional pic 4 t
150. to ensure that the infor mation in these manuals is accurate and complete we would appreciate it were you to bring any errors or omis sions to the attention of the Nikon representative in your area address provided separately 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 reason able protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radi ate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful inter ference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interfer ence to radio or television reception which can be deter mined 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 Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected e Consult the dealer or an experienced radio television tech nician for help Nikon Inc 1300 Walt Whitman Road Melville New York 11747 306
151. uminator may light to assist the focus operation and the flash may pop up The monitor will turn off When the focus operation is complete the selected focus area will be highlighted a beep will sound and the in focus indicator will appear in the viewfinder The num ber of exposures that can be stored in the memory buffer r S32 is shown in the viewfinder display while the shutter release button is pressed halfway 16 Tutorial Point and Shoot Photography 4 Mode 4 2 Smoothly press the shutter release button the rest of the way down to release the shutter and record the photo graph The access lamp next to the memory card slot cover will light Do not eject the memory card or remove or disconnect the power source until the lamp has gone out and recording is complete 5 Turn the camera off when shooting is complete cl The Shutter Release Button The camera has a two stage shutter release button The camera focuses and the monitor turns off when the shutter release button is pressed halfway To take the photograph press the shutter release button the rest of the way down The Built in Flash If additional lighting is required for correct exposure in 4 mode the built in flash will pop up automatically when the shutter release button is pressed halfway to prevent the flash from firing when lighting is poor select Auto flash off mode Flash range varies with aperture and ISO sensitivity 4
152. uous shooting is not available when flash is raised e Select mode P S A or M and adjust white balance to match light source e Select mode P S A or Mand adjust Optimize image settings Colors are unnatural Technical Notes Troubleshooting 109 Problem a O Flashing areas appear in images Shooting data appear on images A graph appears during playback RAW image is not played back 30 e Some photos are not displayed during playback Select All for Playback folder Note that Current will Press multi selector up or down to choose photo infor mation displayed e Message displayed stating that no automatically be selected when next photo is taken images are available for playback Select On for Rotate tall 66 e Photo was taken with Off selected for Auto image 88 rotation Tall portrait orientation photos l A l p P e Camera orientation was changed while shutter 88 are displayed in wide landscape orientation release button was pressed in continuous shooting mode e Camera was pointed up or down when photo was 88 taken Can not delete photo Photo is protected remove protection 54 Can not change print order Memory card is full or locked EAE Photo is in RAW NEF format Transfer to computer and print using PictureProject or Capture NX Can not print pictures via direct USB Set USB to PTP 58 84 connection Photo is not displayed on TV Choose correct video m
153. ure is stopped down by half an f stop If the maximum aperture of the lens is smaller than given above the maximum value for aper ture will be the maximum aperture of the lens When an SC series 17 28 or 29 sync cable is used for off camera flash photography correct exposure may not be achieved in i TTL mode We recommend that you choose spot metering to select stan dard i TTL flash control Take a test shot and view the results in the monitor In i TTL mode use the flash panel or bounce adapter provided with the Speedlight Do not use other panels such as diffusion panels as this may produce incorrect exposure Auto power zoom is available only with SB 800 and SB 600 Speedlights Technical Notes Optional Accessories 101 Other Accessories e Diopter adjustment viewfinder lenses Lenses are available with diopters of 5 4 3 2 0 0 5 1 2 and 3m_ Use diopter adjustment lenses only if the desired focus can not be achieved with the built in diopter adjustment control 1 7 to 0 5m Test diopter adjustment lenses before purchase to ensure that the desired focus can be achieved Viewfinder DG 2 magnifier Magnify the scene displayed in the center of the viewfinder for close up eyepiece photography copying telephoto lenses and other tasks that require added precision accessories Eyepiece adapter required available separately e Eyepiece adapter Attach the DG 2 magnifier to the D40 e DR 6 right angle
154. ures To deselect picture highlight and press multi selector down O Data imprint O Imprint date Complete operation Menu Guide Playback Options The Playback Menu 66 Playback Folder Choose a folder for playback Option Description Only photos in the folder currently selected for Folders in the setup menu are displayed during playback This option is Current selected automatically when a photo is taken Ifa memory card default is inserted and this option selected before photos have been taken a message stating that the folder contains no images will be displayed during playback Select All to begin playback All Play back photos in all folders on the memory card Rotate Tall Select On to rotate tall portrait orientation photos for display in the camera monitor Photographs taken with Off selected for Auto image rotation amp 88 will be displayed in wide land scape Orientation Menu Guide Playback Options The Playback Menu gt Playback folder Current All Slide Show Create a slide show of the pictures in the current playback folder gt Slide show The following options are available gt Start 2s Frame interval Option Description Frameintvl Choose how long each picture will be displayed Pause after restart Start Start slide show The following operations can be performed during a slide show To Description Press multi selector left
155. us area can be selected with the multi selector The built in flash and AF assist illuminator turn off automatically WW Close Up Use for close up shots of flowers insects and other small objects The camera automatically focuses on the subject in the center focus area other focus areas can be selected using the multi selec tor Use of a tripod is recommended to prevent blur oe ie Night Portrait Use for a natural balance between the main subject and the back ground in portraits taken under low light The camera selects the focus area containing the closest subject Use of a tripod is recom mended to prevent blur The Built in Flash If additional lighting is required for correct exposure in Z S WY or Aj mode the built in flash will pop automatically when the shutter release button is pressed halfway See Using the Built in Flash for information on choosing a flash mode 34 Tutorial Creative Photography Digital Vari Programs 19 20 Basic Playback Photographs are automatically displayed after shooting The bat tery level and number of exposures remaining are also displayed If no photograph is displayed in the monitor the most recent pic ture can be viewed by pressing the button 50 Additional pictures can be displayed by rotating the command dial or pressing the multi selector left or right To end playback and return to shooting mode press the shutter release button halfw
156. using multi selector camera focuses on subject in selected focus area only Use with stationary subjects Selected automatically when mode dial is rotated to o Dynamic area t Single area J Viewfinder Display AF area mode is shown in the viewfinder as follows A SGA fe Closest subject Dynamic area Single area 3 AF Area Mode 75 AF area mode can also be selected from the Custom Settings menu 24 Reference More on Photography All Modes Focus Focus Area Selection Controls used The D40 offers a choice of three focus areas At default settings the camera chooses the focus area automatically or focuses on subject in the center focus area but the focus area can also be selected manually to compose photographs with the main subject positioned at either side of the frame 1 At default settings the focus area is selected automatically in AF area mode a no D D Z la amp Ei P S A and M modes To enable manual focus selection in these modes select Single area or Dynamic area for AF area mode in the shooting information display 24 Press the multi selector left or right to select the focus area in the viewfinder or shooting information display iG 00 ta 00 Reference More on Photography All Modes Focus 25 Focus Lock yee Shutter release button AE L AF L button Focus lock can be used to change the composition after focusing making it possible to focus on a subject that will n
157. uto ma oo ma oo OREN Introduction Getting to Know the Camera 5 The Shooting Information Display To view camera settings press the amp button The following shooting information will be displayed in the monitor See page 22 for information on changing camera settings _ lt a oO Fomnla comaza 150 Flash compensation indicator for OOUOMA SOSSCIICIIT weiss onriicvunvccancarsqnreinisnnen 99 Note Above display is shown when Graphic is selected for Info display format See page 81 for other display formats The Shutter Speed and Aperture Displays These displays provide a visual indication of shutter soeed and aperture Fast shutter speed large aperture Slow shutter speed small aperture small f number large f number 6 Introduction Getting to Know the Camera Supplied Accessories The DK 5 Viewfinder Eyepiece Cap Attach the DK 5 viewfinder eyepiece cap for self timer 33 or a remote control photography 33 Before attaching the DK 5 or RSz other viewfinder accessories PB 102 remove the DK 16 viewfinder s 2 eyepiece cup Hold the camera firmly when removing the cup The Camera Strap Attach the camera strap as shown below The MH 23 Quick Charger 122 The MH 23 is for use with the supplied EN EL9 battery CHARGE lamp AC inlet Wall plug shape varies with country of sale The EN EL9 Rechargeable Li ion Battery amp 103 121 The EN EL9 is for use wi
158. values by holding the amp and buttons down together for more than two seconds these buttons are marked by a green dot The g monitor turns off briefly while settings are reset Custom Settings are not affected Option Default Option Defat Image size PRY 30 Large Flash compensation Pg 48 tO White balance Pj 49 Auto Exposure compensation 40 ISO sensitivity PR 37 i 47 7 ey Digital Vari Program Auto Flash sync mode A 34 P S A M 200 CE A Auto Shooting mode 4 32 Single frame Auto slow sync Focus mode N 23 AF A P S A M Fill flash AF area mode 9 24 Focus area 25 Center TD Z a SP SAM Closest subject Flexible program 40 Off 2 Dynamic area Y Single area Fine tuning A 70 reset to 0 Default Settings See the Appendix for a list of default settings AR 113 38 Reference More on Photography All Modes Two Button Reset P A and M Modes P S A and M modes offer control over a variety of advanced settings including exposure amp 45 white balance and image optimization Each of these modes offers a different degree of control over shutter soeed and aperture Mode Description Camera sets shutter soeed and aperture for optimal exposure Recom Programmed auto P 40 mended for snapshots and in other situations in which there is little time to adjust camera settings s Shutter priority User chooses shutter soeed camera selects aperture for best results Use to auto
159. ve the battery when no charge remains e When the battery is not in use attach the terminal cover and store in a cool dry place The battery may be hot immediately after use or when the product has been used on battery power for an extended period Before removing the battery turn the camera off and allow the battery to cool e Discontinue use immediately should you notice any changes in the battery such as discoloration or defor mation Observe proper precautions when handling the quick charger Keep dry Failure to observe this precaution could result in fire or electric shock Dust on or near the metal parts of the plug should be removed with a dry cloth Continued use could result in fire e Do not handle the power cable or go near the charger during thunderstorms Failure to observe this precau tion could result in electric shock Do not damage modify or forcibly tug or bend the power cable Do not place it under heavy objects or expose it to heat or flame Should the insulation be damaged and the wires become exposed take the power cable to a Nikon authorized service representa tive for inspection Failure to observe this precaution could result in fire or electric shock Do not handle the plug or charger with wet hands Failure to observe this precaution could result in elec tric shock A Use appropriate cables When connecting cables to the input and output jacks use only the cables
160. x 2 000 38 2X25 4cm 15 0 10 0in M 2 256X 1 496 28 6X19 0cm 11 3X7 5in S 1 504x 1 000 191x127cm 7 5X5 0in Note that the option selected for image size does not affect the size of NEF RAW images When viewed on a computer NEF images are 3 008 x 2 000 pixels in size 30 Reference More on Photography All Modes Image Quality and Size NEF RAW RAW B Capture NX available separately A 103 or the supplied PictureProject software are required to view NEF RAW images on a computer NEF RAW photographs can not be printed by most print services or by direct USB connection use PictureProject or Capture NX to print NEF RAW photographs When photographs taken at RAW B are viewed on the camera only the JPEG image will be displayed When photographs taken at this setting are deleted both NEF and JPEG images will be deleted File Names Photographs are stored as image files with names of the form DSC_nnnn xxx where nnnn is a four digit number between 0001 and 9999 assigned automatically in ascending order by the camera and xxx is one of the following three letter extensions NEF for NEF RAW images or JPG for JPEG images The NEF and JPEG files recorded at a setting of RAW B have the same file names but different extensions Small copies created with the small picture option in the retouch menu have file names beginning with SSC_ and ending with the extension JPG e g SSC_0001JPG while images re
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