User manual NIKON COOLPIX 5000

Product Documentation The documentation for this product includes the manuals listed below. Please be sure to read all instructions thoroughly to get the most from your camera. Quick-Start Guide The Quick-Start Guide takes you through the process of unpacking and setting up your Nikon digital camera, taking your first photographs, and transferring them to your computer. Guide to Digital Photography The Guide to Digital Photography (this manual) provides complete operating instructions for your camera. Nikon View 4 Reference Manual The Nikon View 4 Reference Manual can be found in electronic format on the reference CD provided with your camera. For information on viewing the Reference Manual, see "Connections" in this manual. i For Your Safety To prevent damage to your Nikon product or injury to yourself or to others, read the following safety precautions in their entirety before using this equipment. Keep these safety instructions where all those who use the product will read them. The consequences that could result from failure to observe the precautions listed in this section are indicated by the following symbol: This icon marks warnings, information that should be read before using your Nikon product to prevent possible injury. WARNINGS Do not look at the sun through the viewfinder Viewing the sun or other strong light source through the viewfinder could cause permanent visual impairment. Turn off immediately in the event of malfunction Should you notice smoke or an unusual smell coming from the equipment or from the AC adapter (available separately), 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 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. Do not place strap around neck Placing the camera strap around your neck could result in strangulation. Special care should be taken to avoid placing the strap around the neck of an infant or child. Do not disassemble Touching the product's internal parts could result in injury. In the event of a malfunction, the product should be repaired only by a qualified technician. Should the product break open as the result of a fall or other accident, remove the battery and/or AC adapter and then take the product to a Nikonauthorized service center for inspection. Observe proper precautions when handling batteries Batteries may leak or explode if improperly handled. Observe the following precautions when handling batteries for use in this product: · Be sure the product is off before replacing the battery. If you are using an AC adapter, be sure it is unplugged. · Use only a rechargeable Nikon EN-EL1 lithium-ion battery (supplied) or a sixvolt 2CR5 (DL245) lithium battery (available separately). · When inserting the battery, do not attempt to insert it upside down or backwards. · Do not short or disassemble the battery. · Do not expose the battery to flame or to excessive heat. ii · Do not immerse in or expose to water. · Do not transport or store with metal objects such as necklaces or hairpins. · Batteries are prone to leakage when fully discharged. To avoid damage to the product, be sure to remove the battery when no charge remains. · When the battery is not in use, attach the terminal cover and store in a cool place. · Immediately after use, or when the product is used on battery power for an extended period, the battery may become hot. Before removing the battery, turn the camera off and allow the battery to cool. · When used with a 2CR5 (DL245) lithium battery, the camera grip may become noticeably warm, but this does not indicate a malfunction. · Discontinue use immediately should you notice any changes in the battery, such as discoloration or deformation. Use appropriate cables When connecting cables to the input and output jacks, use only the cables provided or sold by Nikon for the purpose, to maintain compliance with product regulations. Keep out of reach of children Particular care should be taken to prevent infants from putting the battery or other small parts into their mouths. Removing memory cards Memory cards may become hot during use. Observe due caution when removing memory cards from the camera. CD-ROMs The CD-ROMs on which the software and manuals are distributed 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. Observe caution when operating the flash Using the flash close to your subject's eyes could cause temporary visual impairment. Particular care should be observed if photographing infants, when the flash should be no less than one meter (39) from the subject. When using the viewfinder When operating the diopter adjustment control with your eye to the viewfinder, care should be taken not to put your finger in your eye accidentally. Avoid contact with liquid crystal Should the monitor break, care should be taken to avoid injury due to broken glass and to prevent liquid crystal from the monitor touching the skin or entering the eyes or mouth. iii Caring for the Camera and Battery Keep dry This product is not waterproof, and may malfunction if immersed in water or exposed to high levels of humidity. Rusting of the internal mechanism can cause irreparable damage. Keep free of salt, sand, and dust After using your camera at the beach or seaside, wipe off any sand or salt with a lightly dampened cloth and then dry your camera thoroughly. Do not touch the lens with your fingers The proper procedure for cleaning the lens is described in "Technical Notes: Caring for Your Camera." Handle the lens and all moving parts with care Do not apply force to the lens, to the monitor, or to the battery, card, or connector covers. These parts are especially susceptible to damage. Turn the product off before removing the battery or unplugging the AC adapter 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 to the product in these circumstances could result in loss of data or in damage to product memory or internal circuitry. To prevent an accidental interruption of power, avoid carrying the product from one location to another while the AC adapter is connected. Do not drop The product may malfunction if subjected to strong shocks or vibration. 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. Avoid sudden changes in temperature Sudden changes in temperature, such as occur when entering or leaving a heated building on a cold day, can cause condensation inside the device. To prevent condensation, place the device in a carrying case or a plastic bag before exposing it to sudden changes in temperature. Notes on the monitor · The monitor may contain a few pixels that are always lit or that do not light. This is a characteristic common to all TFT LCD monitors and does not indicate a malfunction. Images recorded with the product will not be affected. · Images in the monitor may be difficult to see in a bright light. · The monitor is lit by a fluorescent backlight. Should the monitor begin to dim or flicker, contact your Nikon service representative. · Do not apply pressure to the monitor, as this could cause damage or malfunction. Dust or lint adhering to the monitor can be removed with a blower brush. Stains can be removed by rubbing the surface lightly with a soft cloth or chamois leather. · 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. iv Batteries · When you turn the device on, check the battery-level displayed in the control panel to determine whether the battery needs to be replaced. The battery needs to be replaced when the battery-level indicator is flashing. · Ready a spare battery and keep it fully charged when taking photographs on important occasions. Depending on your location, you may find it 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 of its charge. · Should the battery terminals become dirty, wipe them off with a clean, dry cloth before use. Memory cards · Turn the power off before inserting or removing memory cards. Inserting or removing cards with the power on could render them unusable. · Insert memory cards as shown in the illustration at right. Inserting cards upside down or backwards could damage the camera or the card. Storage · To prevent mold or mildew, store the camera in a dry, well-ventilated area. If you will not be using the product for long periods, 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 desiccant gradually loses its capacity to absorb moisture and should be replaced at regular intervals. · Do not store the camera with naphtha or camphor moth balls, close to equipment that produces strong magnetic fields, or in areas subject to extremes of temperature, for example near a space heater or in a closed vehicle on a hot day. · To prevent mold or mildew, take the camera out of storage at least once a month. Turn the camera on and release the shutter a few times before putting the camera away again. · Store the battery in a cool, dry place. A note on electronically-controlled cameras In extremely rare instances, unusual characters may appear in the control panel and the camera may stop functioning. In most cases, this phenomenon is caused by a strong external static charge. Turn the camera off, disconnect the optional AC adapter or MB-E5000 battery pack (if using), remove and replace the battery, and turn the camera on again. v Notices · 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. · Nikon reserves the right to change the specifications of the hardware and software described in these manuals at any time and without prior notice. · Nikon will not be held liable for any damages resulting from the use of this product. · While every effort has been made to ensure that the information in these manuals is accurate and complete, we would appreciate it were you to bring any errors or omissions to the attention of the Nikon representative in your area (address provided separately). Notice for customers in Canada CAUTION This class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference Causing Equipment Regulations. ATTENTION Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada. vi Notice for customers in the U.S.A. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Radio Frequency Interference Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: · Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. · Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. · Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. · Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for help. CAUTIONS Modifications The FCC requires the user to be notified that any changes or modifications made to this device that are not expressly approved by Nikon Corporation may void the user's authority to operate the equipment. Interface Cables Use the interface cables sold or provided by Nikon for your equipment. Using other interface cables may exceed the limits of Class B Part 15 of the FCC rules. Nikon Inc., 1300 Walt Whitman Road, Melville, New York 11747-3064, U.S.A. Tel.: 631-547-4200 vii Notice Concerning Prohibition of Copying or Reproduction Note that simply being in possession of material that has been digitally copied or reproduced by means of a scanner, digital camera or other device may be punishable by law. · Items prohibited by law from being copied or reproduced Do not copy or reproduce paper money, coins, securities, government bonds, or local government bonds, even if such copies or reproductions are stamped "Sample." The copying or reproduction of paper money, coins, or securities which are circulated in a foreign country is prohibited. Unless the prior permission of the government has been obtained, the copying or reproduction of unused postage stamps or post cards issued by the government is prohibited. The copying or reproduction of stamps issued by the government and of certified documents stipulated by law is prohibited. · Cautions on certain copies and reproductions The government has issued cautions on copies or reproductions of securities issued by private companies (shares, bills, checks, gift certificates, etc.), commuter passes, or coupon tickets, except when a minimum of necessary copies are to be provided for business use by a company. Also, do not copy or reproduce passports issued by the government, licenses issued by public agencies and private groups, ID cards, and tickets, such as passes and meal coupons. · Comply with copyright notices The copying or reproduction of copyrighted creative works such as books, music, paintings, woodcut prints, maps, drawings, movies, and photographs is prohibited except when it is done for personal use at home or for similar restricted and non-commercial use. viii Trademark Information Apple, the Apple logo, Macintosh, Mac OS, Power Macintosh, PowerBook, and QuickTime are registered trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc. Finder, Macintosh PC Exchange, Power Mac, iMac, and iBook are trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc. IBM, IBM PC/AT, and Microdrive are registered trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation. PowerPC is a trademark of International Business Machines Corporation, used under license. 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All other trade names mentioned in this manual or the other documentation provided with your Nikon product are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. ix Table of Contents Product Documentation .................................................................. For Your Safety ............................................................................... Caring for the Camera and Battery ................................................. Notices ........................................................................................... i ii iv vi Introduction: Before You Begin ........................................... Overview: About This Manual ....................................................... Getting to Know the COOLPIX5000: The Parts of the Camera and Their Functions ............................. Principal Features ............................................................................ Where to Find It--Parts of the COOLPIX5000 .................................. How to Use It--Camera Controls and Displays ................................ 1 2 4 4 6 8 Menu Guide: Using Camera Menus ............................................... 20 Index to Menu Options ................................................................... 26 Tutorial: Getting Started ...................................................... 31 First Steps: Getting Ready to Use Your Camera ............................ Step 1--Attach the Camera Strap ................................................... Step 2--Insert the Battery ............................................................... Step 3--Insert the Memory Card ..................................................... Step 4--Check the Battery Level ..................................................... Step 5--Choose a Language ........................................................... Step 6--Set the Time and Date ....................................................... Taking Photographs: The Basics ..................................................... Step 1--Ready the Camera ............................................................. Step 2--Adjust Camera Settings (Optional) ..................................... Step 3--Frame the Photograph ....................................................... Step 4--Focus and Shoot ................................................................ Step 5--Check the Results .............................................................. Step 6--Put the Camera Away ........................................................ Review and Deletion: Quick Review ............................................. Quick Review .................................................................................. Full-Screen Review .......................................................................... Thumbnail Review ........................................................................... 32 33 34 36 39 40 42 44 45 48 50 52 54 55 56 57 58 60 x Where Do I Go from Here?: Doing More with Your Digital Camera ............................. 61 How Do I Make Prints?: From Data to Paper ....................................................................... Taking Pictures for Printing .............................................................. Printing Images on a Color Printer ................................................... Digital Print-Order Format (DPOF) .................................................... Printing from Removable Media ...................................................... 62 62 63 64 64 How Do I Share My Photos?: Distributing Photos Using E-Mail and the Web ........................... 65 Taking Photos for E-Mail and the Web ............................................ 65 Distributing Images Electronically .................................................... 66 Taking Photographs: The Details ......................................... 67 Beyond Point-and-Shoot: Camera Controls .................................. Framing Photographs: Optical and Digital Zoom .............................. Making Effective Use of Memory: Image Quality and Size ............... Focusing Near and Far: The Button ........................................... Delaying Shutter Release: Self-Timer Mode ..................................... Throwing Light on Your Subject: The Button ............................ Button ............... Bright, Dark, and High-Contrast Subjects: The Advanced Photography: User Setting Options ............................. User Settings: Choosing a User Set .................................................. Controlling Shutter Speed and Aperture: Exposure Mode ................ Reacting Faster to Light: Sensitivity (ISO Equivalency) ....................... Focusing at a Preset Distance: Manual Focus ................................... 68 69 71 76 80 82 85 87 88 89 96 98 xi Shooting Menu Options .................................................................. Keeping Colors True: The White-Balance Menu ............................. Measuring Light: The Metering Menu ........................................... Making Movies and Taking Photographs in a Sequence: The Continuous Menu .................................................................. Getting Sharper Photos: The Best Shot Selector Menu .................. Adjusting Contrast and Brightness: The Image Adjustment Menu ... Controlling Color: The Saturation Control Menu ........................... Settings for Optional Converter Lenses: The Lens Menu ................ Controlling Exposure: The Exposure Options Menu ....................... Controlling Focus: The Focus Options Menu ................................. Making Edges More Distinct: The Image Sharpening Menu ........... Varying Settings over a Series of Photos: Auto Bracketing ............. Avoiding "Grainy" Photographs: Noise Reduction ......................... Restoring Default Settings: Reset All ............................................. 100 102 105 108 112 114 115 116 118 120 123 124 128 130 Camera Setup: The SET-UP Menu ........................................ 133 SET-UP Menu Options ..................................................................... Organizing Your Photographs: The Folders Menu ............................ Audio Confirmation: Shutter Sound ................................................ Conserving Battery Power: The Auto-Off Menu ............................... Formatting Memory Cards: CF Card Format .................................... File Numbering: The Seq. Numbers Menu ....................................... Setting the Time and Date: The Date Menu .................................... Adjusting Monitor Settings: Monitor Options .................................. Customizing Camera Controls: The Controls Menu ......................... Controlling Zoom: Zoom Options .................................................... Controlling the Flash: Speedlight Options ........................................ Storing Photo Info in a Separate File: info.txt ................................... Choosing a Video Standard: The Video-Mode Menu ....................... Choosing a Language: The Language Menu .................................... Protecting Images from Deletion: Disable Delete ............................. 134 137 142 143 144 144 145 146 148 151 152 154 155 155 156 xii Playing Images Back: Playback Mode ................................. 157 Basic Playback: Full-Frame and Thumbnail Playback ................... 158 The Playback Menu: Managing Images ........................................ Deleting Images: The Delete Menu .................................................. Selecting a Folder for Playback: The Folders Menu ........................... Automated Playback: The Slide-Show Menu ................................... Safeguarding Valuable Images: The Protect Menu ........................... Hiding Images During Playback: The Hide-Image Menu ................... Ordering Prints: The Print-Set Menu ................................................ Selecting Images for Transfer: The Auto Transfer Menu ................... 165 166 169 170 172 173 174 176 Television Playback: Connecting Your Camera to a Video Device ... 178 Connections: Your Camera and Your Computer ................. 179 Before You Begin: Installing Nikon View 4 ....................................... 180 Getting Connected: Connecting to Your Computer ......................... 182 Technical Notes: Camera Care, Options, and Resources .... 189 Caring for Your Camera .................................................................. Optional Accessories ....................................................................... Web Resources ............................................................................... Troubleshooting .............................................................................. Specifications .................................................................................. 190 191 193 194 201 Index ...................................................................................... 205 xiii xiv Introduction Before You Begin Overview 2­3 Getting to Know the COOLPIX5000 4­19 This chapter is divided into the following sections: Overview Read this section for a description of how this manual is organized and for an explanation of the symbols and conventions used. Getting to Know the COOLPIX5000 Bookmark this section and refer to it as you read through the manual for information on the names and functions of camera parts. Menu Guide Refer to this section for instructions on using the menus that control some aspects of camera operation. This section also contains an index of menu options. Menu Guide 20­30 1 Overview About This Manual Thank you for your purchase of a COOLPIX5000 digital camera. This manual has been written to help you enjoy taking digital photographs with your COOLPIX5000. As you read through it, you will find explanations not only of how the camera works but also of why certain features have been included, and how they may be used to take photographs in many different situations. The Introduction (this section) introduces the symbols and conventions used in this manual and provides a quick overview of camera parts and menus that can be referred to later as you read through the remainder of the manual. The Introduction is followed by a "Tutorial" that gives you enough information for simple "point-and-shoot" photography when you first start using your camera. This section may be all you need to read if you want to take advantage of the simplicity and immediacy of digital photography. Once you have taken a few photographs, "Where Do I Go from Here" outlines how to send copies to your friends and relatives by e-mail, and how to order prints using digital "print orders" that you create with the camera. It also provides some tips on how to take photographs for electronic distribution and for printing on a personal color printer. For detailed information on taking pictures with your Nikon digital camera, refer to "Taking Photographs: The Details," which provides a complete description of when and how to use camera controls and advanced custom shooting options. Information on organizing your photographs into folders and on camera setup is available in "Camera Setup: The SET-UP Menu," while "Playing Images Back" details the options available in the camera's dedicated playback mode. Instructions for transferring images from your camera to a computer are given in "Connections." The final chapter, "Technical Notes," includes information on caring for your camera, optional accessories, and troubleshooting. Introduction--Overview 2 To make it easier to find the information you need, the following symbols and conventions are used: Introduction--Overview This icon marks cautions, information that you should read before use to prevent damage to your camera. This icon marks notes, information that you should read before using your camera. This icon marks tips, additional information you may find helpful when using your camera. This icon indicates that more information is available elsewhere in this manual. Life-Long Learning As part of Nikon's "Life-Long Learning" commitment to ongoing product support and education, continually-updated information is available on-line at the following sites: · For users in the U.S.A.: http://www.nikonusa.com/ · For users in Europe: http://www.nikon-euro.com/ · For users in Asia, Oceania, the Middle East, and Africa: http://www.nikon-asia.com/ Visit these sites to keep up-to-date with the latest product information, tips, answers to frequently-asked questions (FAQs), and general advice on digital imaging and photography. Additional information may be available from the Nikon representative in your area. See the URL below for contact information: http://www.nikon-image.com/eng/ 3 Getting to Know the COOLPIX5000 The Parts of the Camera and Their Functions This section lists some of the more notable features of your COOLPIX5000 and introduces camera controls and displays. Introduction--Getting to Know the COOLPIX5000 Principal Features Your COOLPIX5000 boasts: · An effective pixel count of 5.0 million for photographs up to 2,560 × 1,920 pixels in size, large enough for photo-quality prints in sizes up to A3 (11 × 14). · Short shutter-release time lag, quick camera startup, quick autofocus, and quick zoom, which help to ensure that the camera will react fast enough to make the most of even the most fleeting opportunity. · Shutter speeds as fast as 1/4000 s. · An advanced image-processing algorithm capable of capturing fine details and brilliant colors. · Noise-reduction for long time-exposures, with a clear-image mode for reduced noise and smoother color gradations at sizes of 1,280 × 960 pixels or less. · A 3 × Zoom-Nikkor lens with three aspherical lens elements and a focal range of 7.1­21.4 mm (equivalent to 28­85 mm in 35-mm [135] format). Largediameter aspherical lens reduces image distortion to a bare minimum. · An adjustable monitor that folds out and swivels to allow photographs to be framed with the camera held at arms length, or folds back onto the camera body to make a compact package. The monitor can even be swivelled to point in the same direction as the lens for a quick self-portrait. · A microphone and speaker for recording and playback of up to sixty seconds of video footage with sound. 4 In addition, the COOLPIX5000 is compatible with a wide variety of optional accessories that will expand your photographic horizons. Options available for the COOLPIX5000 include: · MB-E5000 battery pack ( 35) The MB-E5000 battery pack can be used to power the camera for extended periods. The MB-E5000 takes six ordinary LR-6 (AA) batteries and is equipped with its own shutter release and zoom buttons for taking photographs in portrait orientation. · External Speedlights and flash accessories ( 192) The camera is equipped with an accessory shoe that allows direct attachment of most Nikon Speedlights. An optional sync cable attached to the shoe can be used for off-camera flash photography. · Converter lenses ( 191) A variety of converter lenses are available for telephoto, wide-angle and fisheye photography, including the WC-E68 wide-angle converter, which boasts a focal length equivalent to 19 mm in 35-mm (135) format. Introduction--Getting to Know the COOLPIX5000 5 Where to Find It--Parts of the COOLPIX5000 Take a few moments to familiarize yourself with camera controls and displays. You may find it helpful to bookmark this section and refer to it as you read through the rest of the manual. The parts of the camera are identified below. For more information on the function of each part, refer to the page numbers listed. Introduction--Getting to Know the COOLPIX5000 6 1 Photocell .............................. 51 2 Accessory shoe ................... 192 3 Built-in Speedlight ................ 82 4 Viewfinder window ................ 8 5 Microphone ........................ 109 6 Lens .............................. 33, 191 7 Self-timer lamp ..................... 80 8 Eyelet for camera strap ......... 33 9 Battery-chamber cover .......... 34 10 Coupling contacts for MB-E5000 battery pack ......................... 35 11 Tripod socket 12 Battery-chamber cover latch . 34 13 USB connector (under cover) ...................... 182 14 DC-IN connector (under cover) ...................... 191 15 Memory card-slot cover ........ 36 16 Diopter adjustment slider ...... 47 17 Green (autofocus) lamp .......... 8 18 Red (flash-ready) lamp ............ 8 19 Speaker .............................. 164 20 Audio/video (A/V) out connector (under cover) ...................... 178 21 Eyelet for camera strap ......... 33 A Viewfinder ............................ 8 B Monitor ................................. 9 C Control panel ..................... 11 D Power switch ...................... 12 E Shutter-release button ....... 12 F Mode selector ..................... 12 G Zoom button ...................... 13 H Command dial .................... 13 I J K L M N button .......................... 15 button ........................... 15 button ........................... 15 /ISO button ................... 16 /MF/ button ................ 16 /SIZE button .................. 17 Introduction--Getting to Know the COOLPIX5000 O AE/AF lock button .............. 17 P Multi selector ..................... 18 Q MONITOR ( S ) button ....... 18 R MENU button ..................... 19 button ..................... 19 7 How to Use It--Camera Controls and Displays A The Viewfinder Red (flash-ready) lamp Green (autofocus) lamp Introduction--Getting to Know the COOLPIX5000 Focus brackets/Center focus area for manual or automatic AF-area selection ( 120) Use this area to frame photographs when the distance to your subject is less than 1.5 m (4´11) Photographs can be framed in the viewfinder or in the monitor. Note that when your subject is within 1.5 m (4´11) of the camera, the final picture will differ slightly from the image seen in the viewfinder. Use the smaller of the two frames in the viewfinder or frame photographs in the monitor when your subject is close to the camera. The two lamps next to the viewfinder provide a guide to camera status while you frame your picture. Lamp Meaning Flash will fire when photograph is taken. Flash charging ( 84). 8 Red (flashGreen (autofocus) lamp ready) lamp On Flickers Off On Flickers Flash not required or flash set to "off." Subject in focus. Camera unable to focus on subject in focus brackets. Use focus lock ( 53) or manual focus ( 98). Camera recording image(s) to memory card. Do not eject card or remove or disconnect power source while green light is blinking. Digital zoom ( 70) in effect or image size set to 3 : 2 ( 75). Frame photographs in the monitor. Blinks Blinks slowly B The Monitor Like the viewfinder, the monitor can be used to frame photographs. During shooting, the monitor shows the view through the camera lens together with icons indicating the status of various camera settings (see list on following page). The monitor is also used to display pictures during quick review ( 56) and playback ( 158). The monitor can be stowed on the camera body, or you can fold it out and rotate it to adjust the angle. The monitor folds out as shown at right. When the monitor is parallel with the camera body, it can be swivelled through 270 °. This makes it possible to frame photographs in the monitor with the camera held at different angles. The monitor can even be swivelled to point in the same direction as the lens, allowing you to frame a quick arms-length self-portrait (in this position, the monitor shows a mirror image of what will appear in the final photograph). When the monitor is pointing in the same direction as the lens, it can be folded compactly onto the camera body for shooting or playback. When the monitor is not in use, you can rotate it to face the rear of the camera, then fold it onto the camera body to protect it from dust or fingerprints. Introduction--Getting to Know the COOLPIX5000 Using the Monitor Do not apply excessive force to the monitor when it is folded out from the camera body. Failure to observe this precaution could damage the hinge that connects the monitor to the camera. 9 When the mode selector is set to (shooting mode), the icons in the monitor indicate the status of the following camera settings. The indicators displayed (playback) mode are described in "Playing Images Back" ( 157). in Introduction--Getting to Know the COOLPIX5000 User Set A User Sets 1, 2, and 3 1 Digital zoom ......................... 70 2 Zoom indicator ..................... 69 3 Current folder ..................... 137 4 Battery level indicator ........... 39 5 Shutter speed ....................... 89 6 Exposure mode ..................... 89 7 Metering mode ................... 105 8 Self-timer indicator ............... 80 9 Focus mode .......................... 76 10 Flash mode ........................... 82 11 "Date not set" icon .............. 43 12 Aperture ............................... 89 13 Exposure compensation ........ 85 14 Image size ............................ 74 15 Image quality ........................ 72 16 Number of exposures remaining ............................................ 46 17 Focus areas ......................... 120 18 User Setting no. (User Set) .... 88 19 Lens converter setting ......... 116 20 Exposure/white-balance lock .......................................... 118 21 Continuous shooting mode 108 Best shot selector (BSS) ....... 112 Noise reduction ................... 128 22 Bracketing indicator ............ 124 23 Exposure display ................... 94 24 Manual focus distance .......... 98 25 Image sharpening ............... 123 26 White balance .................... 102 27 Sensitivity (ISO equivalency) .. 96 28 Image adjustment/ .............. 114 Black-and-white indicator ... 115 29 Spot metering exposure target .......................................... 105 10 C The Control Panel The indicators in the control panel show the status of the following camera settings: Introduction--Getting to Know the COOLPIX5000 1 Sensitivity (ISO equivalency) indicator ............................... 96 2 White balance indicator (appears button is used to set when white balance; shutter-speed/aperture display shows white balance mode selected) ........... 149 3 Battery level indicator ........... 39 4 Image quality ........................ 72 5 Exposure mode ..................... 89 6 Shutter-speed/aperture display (depending on control in use, shows shutter speed [ 89], aperture [ 89], exposure compensation value [ 85], manual focus distance [ 98], sensitivity [ 96], white balance setting [ 149], or image transfer status [ 183]) 7 Continuous shooting mode .......................................... 108 8 Exposure compensation indicator ............................... 85 9 Exposure count display .......... 46 Exposure indicator ................ 94 10 Flash mode ........................... 82 11 Metering mode ................... 105 12 Focus mode .......................... 76 11 D The Power Switch The power switch turns the camera on and off. When the power is turned on, the camera will beep once and indicators will appear in the control panel. Introduction--Getting to Know the COOLPIX5000 E The Shutter-Release Button 1 2 The COOLPIX5000 has a two-stage shutter-release button. Press the shutter-release button halfway to focus (1). The green lamp next to the viewfinder will light when the camera has focused on the subject in the focus brackets. Focus will remain fixed while the button is held in this position (focus lock). Press the shutter-release button all the way down to take a picture (2). F The Mode Selector The mode selector selects the operating mode. Choose (shooting mode) to take still pictures and movies ( 108), (playback mode) to play them back ( 158). 12 G The Zoom Button Use the zoom button to frame photographs. Press the end of the button labeled (for wide angle) to zoom out from your subject, increasing the area visible in the final photograph. Press (telephoto) to zoom in, enlarging small or distant objects to fill the frame. When an image is displayed in full-screen review ( 58) or full-frame playback ( 158), pressing ( ) zooms in on the image displayed in the monitor ( 59, 159). Press to cancel zoom. In (playback mode) and quick review, press ( ) to display images as small "thumbnails" that allow up to four or nine images to be viewed simultaneously ( 60, 160). During movie playback, the zoom button controls playback volume ( 164). Introduction--Getting to Know the COOLPIX5000 H The Command Dial The command dial is used for a variety of operations: to select options in the shooting menu, to page through photo information and thumbnail images in playback or quick review, and to set shutter speed and/or aperture when shooting in User Set 1, 2, or 3. In (shooting) mode, the command dial is used in combination with the , , , , and buttons to adjust the camera settings shown in the table following. Some of these operations can only be performed when User Set 1, 2, or 3 is selected. Situation mode Camera in (User Set 1, 2, 3) Exposure mode (User Set 1, 2, 3) Exposure mode (User Set 1, 2, 3) Operation + Function Exposure mode selection 89 Select combination of shutter 91 speed and aperture Select shutter speed 92 13 Situation Exposure mode (User Set 1, 2, 3) Exposure mode (User Set 1, 2, 3) Camera in mode Introduction--Getting to Know the COOLPIX5000 Operation Function Select aperture Select shutter speed and/or aperture 93 94 85 96 98 74 25 + ISO + MF + SIZE + Adjust exposure compensation Sensitivity (ISO equivalency) Manual focus Image size selection Select option Camera in mode (User Set 1, 2, 3) Camera in mode (User Set 1, 2, 3) Camera in mode appears next to item in shooting menu Full-frame playback Full-screen review Thumbnail playback Thumbnail review Display next or previous page 162 of photo information Display next or previous page 160 of thumbnail images User Set ( 88) In (shooting) mode, the menus offer a choice of four User Sets: User Sets A, 1, 2, and 3. User Set A is a fully automatic, "point-and-shoot" mode in which the majority of settings are controlled by the camera. User Sets 1, 2, and 3 give you control of all camera settings. Settings for each of User Sets 1, 2, and 3 are stored separately in memory and recalled the next time the mode is selected, allowing you to create up to three combinations of custom settings for common tasks or shooting situations and recall them as desired. 14 I The Button Introduction--Getting to Know the COOLPIX5000 By default, the User Set can be selected by rotating the command dial while pressing the button. Using the Controls option in the setup menu ( 148), you can choose the function assigned to button in User Sets 1, 2, and 3. Dependthe ing on the function selected, the button can then be used in combination with the command dial to control white balance or metering without accessing the shooting menu, or to select the focus or flash mode without using the buttons on the rear of the camera. J The In Button (shooting) mode (User Sets 1, 2, and 3), the button is used in combination with the command dial to select the exposure mode ( 89). In User Set A, the exposure mode is automatically set to programmed auto, and the button is disabled. K The Button In (shooting) mode, the button is used in combination with the command dial to select a value for exposure compensation ( 85). 15 L The Introduction--Getting to Know the COOLPIX5000 /ISO Button The /ISO button controls two settings: flash mode and, when used in combination with the command dial, sensitivity (ISO equivalency, available only in User Sets 1, 2, and 3). Situation Camera in mode Operation Function Flash mode selection Button 82 ISO ( ) 96 Camera in mode (User Set 1, 2, 3) ISO + Sensitivity (ISO equivalency) M The /MF/ Button In (shooting) mode, the /MF/ button is used to select the focus mode. In User Sets 1, 2, and 3, it can be used in combination with the command dial to select a distance for manual focus. In quick review and playback, it is used to delete individual images. Situation Camera in mode MF + Operation Function Focus mode selection Manual focus Delete image currently displayed in monitor Delete highlighted image ( ) MF ( ) Button 76 98 58 158 60 160 Camera in mode (User Set 1, 2, 3) Full-screen review Full-frame playback Thumbnail review Thumbnail playback 16 N The The size. /SIZE Button Introduction--Getting to Know the COOLPIX5000 /SIZE button controls image quality and Situation Operation Function Image quality selection Button 72 SIZE ) ( 74 Camera in mode SIZE + Image size selection O The AE/AF Lock Button Pressing the AE/AF lock (AE-L/AF-L) button when the camera is in focus locks focus ( 79) and exposure ( 106). Focus and exposure remain locked while the button is held down, even if you remove your finger from the shutter-release button. The AE-L/AF-L Button By default, pressing the AE-L/AF-L button when the camera is in focus locks both focus and exposure. In User Sets 1, 2, and 3, the Controls > AE-L, AF-L option in the setup menu ( 150) can be used to set the AE-L/AF-L button to lock only one of focus or exposure. Regardless of the setting chosen for the AE-L/AF-L button, pressing the shutter-release button halfway always locks both focus and exposure. 17 P The Multi Selector The multi selector is used to navigate through camera menus, to page through images in quick review and playback, and to highlight thumbnails in thumbnail review and playback. Introduction--Getting to Know the COOLPIX5000 Q The MONITOR ( ) Button The MONITOR ( ) button turns the monitor on and off and controls the display of indicators in the monitor. Monitor on, indicators displayed Monitor off Monitor on, indicators hidden 18 R The MENU Button Press the MENU button to display the menu for the current operating mode. If the menu has more than one page, pressing the MENU button a second time will display the next page. When the last page is displayed, you can exit the menu by pressing the MENU button again. Introduction--Getting to Know the COOLPIX5000 S The Button In (shooting) mode, the quick review ( ) button is used to view the results of earlier photographs while setting up the next shot ( 56). The MONITOR ( ), MENU, and Buttons The order of these three buttons from left to right changes with the orientation of the monitor: , MENU, MONITOR ( ) when the buttons are above the monitor, MONITOR ( ), MENU, when the buttons are below the monitor. Button names are displayed in the monitor when the monitor is on; when the monitor is off, pressing the MONITOR ( ) button will turn the monitor on. 19 Menu Guide Using Camera Menus Changes to some settings can be made with the help of menus that appear in the monitor. The options available depend on the operating mode. Introduction--Menu Guide Mode Menu Description The SET-UP menu contains options for basic camera setup (e.g., formatting memory cards, setting the time and date). The options available depend on the operating mode. In playback mode, the SETUP menu is accessed from the PLAY BACK menu, and contains options for choosing 134­156 the video mode for television playback and selecting the language in which menus and messages are displayed. In User Sets 1, 2, and 3, the SET-UP menu is accessed from the SHOOTING menu, and contains additional options for customizing camera controls. SET-UP The SHOOTING menu contains advanced shooting options, such as white balance 100­131 (User Set SHOOTING and metering. It is only available in User 1, 2, 3) Sets 1, 2, and 3. The PLAY BACK menu contains options for managing the images stored on the camera memory card by, for example, deleting selected photographs or select165­177 PLAY BACK ing images for printing or for transfer to your computer. It also contains a slide show option for automated sequential playback. 20 Viewing the Menus When the camera is on, the menu for the current operating mode can be displayed by pressing the MENU button. Introduction--Menu Guide Press Menu for current operating mode displayed 21 Making a Selection To navigate through the menus, press the multi selector in the direction you want to go. Introduction--Menu Guide 1 2 Highlight menu item Display options 3 4 Highlight option Make selection (changes to settings apply when selection is made) · To go back one step, press the multi selector to the left. · The selection for some options is made from a sub-menu. Repeat steps 3 and 4 to select the desired setting from the sub-menu. 22 Making Selections with the Command Dial A icon appearing next to a highlighted item in the SHOOTING menu indicates that a selection can be made directly from the main menu using the command dial. The current selection for these items is shown by the icon that appears in the main menu. Introduction--Menu Guide 1 2 Rotate command dial Stop when icon for desired option is displayed Exiting the Menus To exit the menu and return to shooting or playback mode, press the MENU button. If "PAGE 2" appears below the menu, pressing the MENU button will display the next page of options. When "MENU OFF" is displayed, pressing the MENU button returns you to shooting or playback mode. Taking Photographs while Menus Are Displayed The view through the lens is visible behind the SHOOTING menu. To take a photograph while the menu is displayed, press the shutter-release button. If the SET-UP menu is displayed in (shooting) mode, the monitor will show the view through the lens when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway. A photograph can be taken by pressing the shutter-release button all the way down. When you take your finger off the shutter-release button, the SET-UP menu will be restored. 23 Multi-Page Menus To move between pages of a multi-page menu, or to access the SET-UP menu from the SHOOTING and PLAY BACK menus: Introduction--Menu Guide 1 2 Position cursor in main menu Highlight page tab (selected page tab highlighted in red) 3 4 Highlight page number, or S for SET-UP menu Display selected page · You can also go from one page to another of a multi-page menu by pressing the multi selector up or down to scroll to the other page. If "PAGE 2" appears at the lower left corner of the menu, you can display the second page by pressing the MENU button. When "MENU OFF" is displayed, pressing the MENU button returns you to shooting or playback mode. 24 Accessing the Shooting Menu The SHOOTING menu is only available when User Set 1, 2, or 3 is selected in (shooting) mode. To access the SHOOTING menu from the SET-UP menu for User Set A: Introduction--Menu Guide 1 2 Highlight User Setting Display list of User Sets 3 4 Highlight 1, 2, or 3 Position cursor in SHOOTING menu · Settings for each of User Sets 1, 2, and 3 are stored separately in memory and recalled the next time the mode is selected, allowing you to create up to three combinations of custom settings for common tasks or shooting situations and recall them as desired. · To return to the SET-UP menu for User Set A, follow the steps above to select User Set A and position the cursor in the SET-UP menu. The Button ( 149) By default, the button can be used to change the User Set without accessing the camera menus. Press the button while rotating the command dial. The current User Set will be displayed in the top left corner of the monitor (User Sets 1, 2, and 3 only), and in the control panel shutter-speed/aperture display while the button is pressed. 25 Index to Menu Options SHOOTING Menu, Page 1 The SHOOTING menu contains two pages of advanced shooting options. It is available when User Set 1, 2, or 3 is selected in (shooting) mode. USER SETTING Select User Set A for automatic, "point-and-shoot" photography, User Set 1, 2, or 3 for complete control over camera settings. 88 WHITE BALANCE Match the white balance setting to the light source to ensure that colors are reproduced accurately. 102­104 METERING Control how the camera sets exposure. 105­107 CONTINUOUS Take photos one at a time or in sequence, make movies, or create collages of sixteen consecutive photographs. 108­111 BEST SHOT SELECTOR Use the Best Shot Selector (BSS) when photographs could be blurred by inadvertent camera movement. 112­113 IMAGE ADJUSTMENT Raise or lower contrast and brightness for output on a printer or editing in a photo retouch program. 114 SATURATION CONTROL Control color in your photographs by increasing or reducing vividness or taking photos in black-and-white. 115 Introduction--Menu Guide 26 SHOOTING Menu, Page 2 Introduction--Menu Guide LENS Choose settings for optional converter lenses. 116­117 EXPOSURE OPTIONS Lock exposure for a series of photographs or set the time limit for long time-exposures (BULB). 118­119 FOCUS OPTIONS This menu contains options for controlling autofocus, including manual focus-area selection, single or continuous autofocus, and focus confirmation. 120­122 IMAGE SHARPENING Heighten or reduce the sharpness of outlines in your photographs. 123 AUTO BRACKETING Automatically vary exposure or white balance over a series of photographs. 124­127 NOISE REDUCTION Reduce "noise," a mottling effect that appears in photographs taken at low shutter speeds or higher sensitivity settings. 128­129 RESET ALL Reset settings for the current User Set to their default values. 130­131 27 SET-UP Menu The options available in the SET-UP menu depend on the operating mode and, in (shooting) mode, on the User Set selected. User Set A User Setting Select User Set A for automatic, "point-and-shoot" photography, User Set 1, 2, or 3 for complete control over camera settings. 134 User Set A, 1, 2, 3 Folders Select the folder in which subsequent photographs will be stored; create, rename, and delete folders. 137­141 User Set 1, 2, 3/ Monitor Options Control when the monitor turns on automatically and whether photos are displayed in the monitor after shooting; adjust monitor brightness and hue. 146­147 User Set 1, 2, 3 Controls Specify the settings in effect when the camera is turned on; control the functions performed by the and AE-L/AF-L buttons. 148­150 User Set 1, 2, 3 Zoom Options Options for digital zoom and controlling aperture as the camera is zoomed in and out. 151 All Modes Auto Off Specify how long the monitor will remain on before turning off automatically to save power. 143 User Set A, 1, 2, 3 Seq. Numbers Control automatic file naming. 144­145 Introduction--Menu Guide 28 All Modes CF Card Format Format memory cards for use in your Nikon digital camera. 144 User Set 1, 2, 3 Speedlight Options Options for controlling flash exposure, controlling the built-in Speedlight when a flash accessory is attached, and confirming shutter release. 152­153 All Modes Shutter Sound Control the beep produced by the camera to confirm such operations as shutter release. 142 All Modes Date Set the time and date. 145 User Set 1, 2, 3 Introduction--Menu Guide info.txt Save photo information in text format. 154 User Set 1, 2, 3/ Video Mode Choose the standard for video output from NTSC and PAL. 155 User Set 1, 2, 3/ Language Choose the language in which camera messages and menus are displayed. 155 User Set 1, 2, 3 Disable Delete Disable all delete and format options to protect images from accidental deletion. 156 29 PLAY BACK Menu The PLAY BACK menu contains options for deleting images, managing the images stored on the memory card, and playing photos back in automatic "slide shows." Delete Delete all or selected images; cancel the current print order; remove transfer marking from all images. 166­168 Folders Select the folder from which images will be played back; create, rename, and delete folders. 169 Slide Show Select this option to play back all images in the current folder one after the other in an automatic "slide show." 170­171 Protect Protect selected images from accidental deletion. 172 Hide Image Hide images during playback. 173 Print Set Select images for printing on a DPOF-compatible device. 174­175 Auto Transfer Select images for transfer to a computer. 176­177 Introduction--Menu Guide 30 Tutorial Getting Started First Steps 32­43 Taking Photographs 44­55 This chapter is divided into the following three sections: First Steps This section details the steps you will take before using your camera for the first time. Review and Deletion 56­60 Taking Photographs Read this section for a step-by-step guide to the basics of taking pictures with the COOLPIX5000. Review and Deletion Learn how to review and delete pictures while setting up your next shot. 31 First Steps Getting Ready to Use Your Camera Before using your camera for the first time, you will need to complete the steps shown below. Tutorial--First Steps STEP 32 STEP 1 STEP 2 STEP 3 STEP 4 STEP 5 STEP 6 Attach the Camera Strap 33 Insert the Battery 34­35 Insert the Memory Card (Format the Memory Card) 36­38 Check the Battery Level 39 Choose a Language 40­41 Set the Time and Date 42­43 Step 1--Attach the Camera Strap Attach the strap securely to the two eyelets on the camera body as shown below. Tutorial--First Steps To avoid losing the lens cap, use the cord provided to attach it to the camera strap as shown. Removing and Replacing the Lens Cap When removing or replacing the lens cap, press the tabs on either side of the cap to release the latch. If you turn the camera on with the lens cap in place, an error message will appear in the monitor. To clear the message from the screen, turn the camera off and remove the lens cap. 33 Step 2--Insert the Battery Your camera is powered by a single rechargeable Nikon EN-EL1 lithium-ion battery (provided) or a non-rechargeable 2CR5 (DL245) lithium battery (available separately). Tutorial--First Steps 2.1 Charge the battery The rechargeable Nikon EN-EL1 lithium-ion battery supplied with your camera is not fully charged at shipment. A battery charger is provided with the camera; we recommend that you charge the battery before use. Instructions for charging the battery may be found in the instruction manual included with the charger. Turn the camera off If the camera is on a tripod, remove it from the tripod before proceeding to the next step. Open the battery-chamber cover Slide the battery-chamber cover latch to the open position ( ; 1) and flip the batterychamber cover open (2). Insert the battery Insert a fully-charged Nikon EN-EL1 lithiumion battery (provided) or 2CR5 (DL245) lithium battery (available separately) as shown at right. 2.2 2.3 2.4 2.5 Close the battery-chamber cover Close the battery chamber cover (1) and slide the latch to the closed position ( ; 2). To prevent the battery being dislodged during operation, be sure that the battery-chamber cover is properly latched. 34 Read Battery Warnings Read and follow all warnings and instructions supplied by the battery manufacturer. Tutorial--First Steps Before Inserting the Battery Remove the lens cap before inserting the battery for the first time or when inserting the battery after the camera has been left unused for an extended period. If the lens cap is in place, a message will be displayed in the monitor, even if the camera is off. The camera will however function normally when the lens cap is removed and the camera turned on. The Clock Battery The camera's internal clock-calendar is powered by a separate, rechargeable power source, which is charged as necessary when the main battery is installed or the camera connected to AC power source using the EH-21 AC adapter (available separately). If the camera has been stored for an extended period with the main battery removed, the clock may need to be reset. After charging for about ten hours, the clock's power source can provide roughly three days of back up power. Removing the Battery The battery can be removed without affecting pictures stored on the memory card. All settings other than date and language will, however, be reset. Alternative Power Sources Although the COOLPIX5000 can be used with non-rechargeable 2CR5 (DL245) lithium batteries, available at a variety of retail outlets, we recommend the rechargeable Nikon EN-EL1 Li-ion battery included with your camera. This lithiumion battery, for use exclusively with COOLPIX5000, 995, 885, 775, and 880 digital cameras, can be recharged with the EH-21 AC adapter/battery charger (available separately). In its role as an AC adapter, the EH-21 can be used to power your camera continuously for extended playback and similar tasks. Alternatively, the MB-E5000 battery pack (available separately) can be used to power the camera for extended periods. The MB-E5000 takes six ordinary LR-6 (AA) batteries and is equipped with its own shutter release and zoom buttons for taking photographs in portrait orientation. 35 Step 3--Insert the Memory Card In place of film, your Nikon digital camera uses CompactFlashTM (CF) memory cards or IBM Microdrive® memory cards to store pictures. This step provides instructions on inserting memory cards. Tutorial--First Steps 3.1 3.2 Turn the camera off Insert the memory card Open the card-slot cover (1) and make sure the eject button is pressed all the way down (2). Hold the card with the arrow (v) facing away from you and insert it in the direction of the arrow (3), sliding it in until it is firmly in place. Close the card slot cover (4). Closing the Card-Slot Cover If the eject button is up when the card-slot cover is closed, closing the cover will partially eject the memory card, causing errors when the camera is turned on. Be sure the eject button is down before inserting memory cards. Removing Memory Cards Memory cards can be removed without loss of data when the camera is off. To remove memory cards, turn the camera off and open the card-slot cover. Press the eject button to pop it up (1), then press it again to partially eject the card (2). You can then remove the card by hand. For more information on: 193 Approved memory cards 36