User manual NIKON COOLPIX L11

DIGITAL CAMERA User's Manual En Trademark Information Macintosh, Mac OS, and QuickTime are registered trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc. Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. The SD logo is a trademark of the SD Card Association. Adobe and Acrobat are registered trademarks of Adobe Systems Inc. PictBridge is a trademark. D-Lighting technology is provided by o Apical Limited. 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. i Introduction Preparation for Shooting Basic Photography and Playback: L (Auto) Mode Shooting Suited for the Scene - b Scene Mode i More on Playback T Recording and Viewing Movies Voice Recordings O Connecting to Televisions, Computers, and Printers m Shooting, Playback, and Setup Menus Technical Notes ii Introduction 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: Introduction This icon marks warnings, information that should be read before using this Nikon product to prevent possible injury. WARNINGS Turn off in the event of malfunction Should you notice smoke or an unusual smell coming from the camera or AC adapter, unplug the AC adapter and remove the batteries immediately, taking care to avoid burns. Continued operation could result in injury. After removing or disconnecting the power source, take the equipment to a Nikon-authorized service representative for inspection. Keep out of reach of children Particular care should be taken to prevent infants from putting the batteries or other small parts into their mouths. Observe caution handling batteries when Do not disassemble Touching the product's internal parts could result in injury. Repairs should be performed only by qualified technicians. Should the camera break open as the result of a fall or other accident, take the product to a Nikon-authorized service representative for inspection after unplugging the product and/or removing the batteries. Do not use the camera or AC adapter in the presence of flammable gas Do not use electronic equipment in the presence of flammable gas, as this could result in explosion or fire. Handle the camera strap with care Never place the strap around the neck of an infant or child. Batteries may leak or explode if improperly handled. Observe the following precautions when handling batteries for use in this product: · Before replacing the batteries, turn the product off. If you are using an AC adapter, be sure it is unplugged. · Use only the batteries approved for use in this product (c 10). Do not combine old and new batteries or batteries of different makes or types. · If Nikon rechargeable EN-MH1 NiMH batteries are purchased separately, charge and use each of them as a set. Do not combine batteries from different pairs. · Insert batteries in the correct orientation. · Do not short or disassemble batteries or attempt to remove or break battery insulation or casing. · Do not expose batteries to flame or to excessive heat. · Do not immerse in or expose to water. · Do not transport or store with metal objects such as necklaces or hairpins. · Batteries are prone to leakage when fully discharged. To avoid damage to the product, be sure to remove the batteries when no charge remains. · Discontinue use immediately should you notice any change in the batteries, such as discoloration or deformation. · If liquid from damaged batteries comes in contact with clothing or skin, rinse immediately with plenty of water. CD-ROMs The CD-ROMs supplied with this device should not be played back on audio CD equipment. Playing CD-ROMs on an audio CD player could cause hearing loss or damage the equipment. iii Observe the following precautions when handling the Battery Charger MH-71 (available separately) · Keep dry. Failure to observe this precaution could result in fire or electric shock. · Dust on or near the metal parts of the plug should be removed with a dry cloth. Continued use could result in fire. · Do not handle the power cable or go near the battery charger during lightening storms. Failure to observe this precaution could result in electric shock. · Do not damage, modify, forcibly tug or bend the power cable, place it under heavy objects, or expose it to heat or flame. Should the insulation be damaged and the wires become exposed, take it to a Nikon-authorized service representative for inspection. Failure to observe these precautions could result in fire or electric shock. · Do not handle the plug or battery charger with wet hands. Failure to observe this precaution could result in electric shock. Observe caution using the flash when Introduction Using the flash close to your subject's eyes could cause temporary visual impairment. Particular care should be observed if photographing infants, when the flash should be no less than one meter (39 in.) from the subject. Do not operate the flash with the flash window touching a person or object Failure to observe this precaution could result in burns or fire. Avoid contact with liquid crystal Should the monitor break, care should be taken to avoid injury caused by broken glass and to prevent liquid crystal from the monitor touching the skin or entering the eyes or mouth. Use appropriate cables When connecting cables to the input and output jacks, use only the cables provided or sold by Nikon for the purpose, to maintain compliance with product regulations. Handle moving parts with care Be careful that your fingers or other objects are not pinched by the lens cover or other moving parts. iv Notices 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. Introduction Interface Cables Use the interface cables sold or provided by Nikon for your equipment. Using other interface cables may exceed the limits of Class B Part 15 of the FCC rules. Notice for customers in the State of California WARNING: Handling the cord on this product will expose you to lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling. Nikon Inc., 1300 Walt Whitman Road Melville, New York 11747-3064 USA Tel: 631-547-4200 Notice for customers in Canada CAUTION This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. ATTENTION Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada. COOLPIX L11/L10 Symbol for Separate Collection in European Countries This symbol indicates that this product is to be collected separately. The following apply only to users in European countries: · This product is designated for separate collection at an appropriate collection point. Do not dispose of as household waste. · For more information, contact the retailer or the local authorities in charge of waste management. v Introduction vi Table of Contents Introduction .................................................................................ii For Your Safety ................................................................................ii Notices ............................................................................................. iv About This Manual ..........................................................................1 Information and Precautions ..........................................................2 Parts of the Camera .........................................................................4 The Monitor .....................................................................................6 Basic Operations/Displaying the Help.............................................8 Mode Selector .................................................................................... 8 Multi Selector ..................................................................................... 8 MENU Button ..................................................................................... 9 Help Displays ...................................................................................... 9 Shooting............................................................................................. 6 Playback ............................................................................................. 7 WARNINGS..........................................................................................ii Introduction Preparation for Shooting.......................................................... 10 Inserting Batteries .........................................................................10 Insert the Batteries............................................................................ 10 Supported Batteries .......................................................................... 10 Turning On and Off the Camera ....................................................... 10 Setting Display Language, Date, and Time ..................................12 Inserting Memory Cards ................................................................14 Removing Memory Cards.................................................................. 15 Basic Photography and Playback: L (Auto) Mode ................ 16 Step1 Select L (Auto) Mode and Turn the Camera On .............16 Step2 Frame a Picture....................................................................18 Step3 Focus and Shoot ..................................................................20 Step4 Viewing and Deleting Pictures ...........................................22 Using the Flash...............................................................................24 Taking Pictures with the Self-Timer..............................................26 Macro Close-up Mode ...................................................................27 Exposure Compensation................................................................28 Shooting Suited for the Scene - b Scene Mode.................. 29 Scene Modes ..................................................................................29 Features............................................................................................ 31 vii i More on Playback ................................................................ 40 Viewing Multiple Pictures: Thumbnail Playback..........................40 Taking a Closer Look: Playback Zoom ..........................................41 Editing Pictures ..............................................................................42 Enhancing Brightness and Contrast: D-Lighting................................. 43 Creating a Cropped Copy: Crop ....................................................... 44 H Resizing Pictures: Small Picture .................................................... 45 Introduction Voice Memos: Recording and Playback........................................46 Recording Voice Memos ................................................................... 46 Playing Voice Memos........................................................................ 47 Deleting Voice Memos...................................................................... 47 T Movies................................................................................... 48 Recording Movies ..........................................................................48 The Movie Menu............................................................................49 Movie Playback ..............................................................................51 Deleting Movie Files.......................................................................... 51 Movie Options .................................................................................. 49 Applying Movie Setting..................................................................... 50 O Voice Recordings.................................................................... 52 Making Voice Recordings..............................................................52 Playing Voice Recordings ..............................................................54 Copying Voice Recordings.............................................................56 Connecting to Televisions, Computers, and Printers ............. 57 Connecting to a TV ........................................................................58 Connecting to a Computer............................................................59 Before Connecting the Camera......................................................... 59 Setting the USB Option..................................................................... 60 Transferring Pictures to a Computer.................................................. 61 Connecting to a Printer .................................................................63 Connecting the Camera and Printer.................................................. 64 Printing Pictures One at a Time ......................................................... 65 Printing Multiple Pictures .................................................................. 66 Creating a DPOF Print Order: Print Set.........................................69 Connecting to an ImageLink-compatible Printer ........................72 viii m Shooting, Playback, and Setup Menus ............................ 73 Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu........................................73 Z Image Mode............................................................................... 74 d White Balance ............................................................................. 76 q Continuous ................................................................................. 78 A Best Shot Selector (BSS)............................................................... 79 d Color Options .............................................................................. 79 Restrictions on Camera Settings........................................................ 80 z Slide Show................................................................................... 83 A Delete.......................................................................................... 84 D Protect....................................................................................... 84 E Transfer Marking........................................................................ 85 L Copy ........................................................................................... 86 Introduction Playback Options: The Playback Menu.........................................81 Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu ..........................................87 R Menus ......................................................................................... 88 H Quick Startup .............................................................................. 89 V Welcome Screen.......................................................................... 89 W Date ............................................................................................ 90 Z Monitor Settings ......................................................................... 93 f Date Imprint ................................................................................ 94 h Sound Settings ............................................................................ 96 h Blur Warning ............................................................................... 96 i Auto Off...................................................................................... 97 M Format Memory/O Format Card.................................................. 98 j Language..................................................................................... 99 k Interface ...................................................................................... 99 n Reset All .................................................................................... 100 g Battery Type .............................................................................. 101 B Firmware Version ...................................................................... 101 Technical Notes........................................................................ 102 Optional Accessories....................................................................102 Image/Sound File and Folder Names ..........................................103 Caring for the Camera.................................................................104 Error Messages .............................................................................107 Troubleshooting ..........................................................................113 Specifications ...............................................................................117 Index .............................................................................................121 Cleaning......................................................................................... 105 Storage........................................................................................... 106 About This Manual Thank you for your purchase of a Nikon COOLPIX L11/COOLPIX L10 digital camera. 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 where all those who use the product will read it. Symbols and Conventions To make it easier to find the information you need, the following symbols and conventions are used: 1 Introduction j k This icon marks cautions, information that should be read before use to prevent damage to the camera. This icon marks notes, information that should be read before using the camera. l c 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. Notations · A Secure Digital (SD) memory card is referred to as a "memory card." · The setting at the time of purchase is referred to as the "default setting." · The names of menu items displayed in the camera monitor, and the names of buttons or messages displayed in the computer monitor are indicated with brackets ([ ]). Screen Samples In this manual, images are sometimes omitted from monitor display samples so that monitor icons can be more clearly shown. Illustrations and Screen Displays · Illustrations and text displays shown in this manual may differ from actual display. · Illustrations and text displays shown in this manual are for COOLPIX L11. COOLPIX L11 and COOLPIX L10 differ in the Image mode. COOLPIX L11: b, c, e, h, and i COOLPIX L10: L, d, e, h, and i Product Names In this manual, the product names "COOLPIX L11" and "COOLPIX L10" may sometimes be abbreviated as "L11" and "L10". k Memory Cards Pictures taken with this camera can be stored in the camera's internal memory or on removable memory cards. If a memory card is inserted, all new pictures will be stored on the memory card and delete, playback, and format operations will apply only to the pictures on the memory card. The memory card must be removed before the internal memory can be formatted or used to store, delete, or view pictures. 2 Information and Precautions Life-Long Learning As part of Nikon's "Life-Long Learning" commitment to ongoing product support and education, continually updated information is available online at the following sites: · For users in the U.S.A.: http://www.nikonusa.com/ · For users in Europe and Africa: http://www.europe-nikon.com/support · For users in Asia, Oceania, and the Middle East: http://www.nikon-asia.com/ Visit these sites to keep up-to-date with the latest product information, tips, answers to frequently asked questions (FAQs), and general advice on digital imaging and photography. Additional information may be available from the Nikon representative in your area. See the URL below for contact information: http://nikonimaging.com/ Use Only Nikon Brand Electronic Accessories Nikon COOLPIX cameras are designed to the highest standards and include complex electronic circuitry. Only Nikon brand electronic accessories (including battery chargers, batteries, and AC adapters) certified by Nikon specifically for use with this Nikon digital camera are engineered and proven to operate within the operational and safety requirements of this electronic circuitry. THE USE OF NON-NIKON ELECTRONIC ACCESSORIES COULD DAMAGE THE CAMERA AND MAY VOID YOUR NIKON WARRANTY. For more information about Nikon brand accessories, contact a local authorized Nikon dealer. Before Taking Important Pictures Before taking pictures on important occasions (such as at weddings or before taking the camera on a trip), take a test shot to ensure that the camera is functioning normally. Nikon will not be held liable for damages or lost profits that may result from product malfunction. About Manuals · No part of the manuals included with this product may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form, by any means, without 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). Introduction 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 governed by national and international copyright laws. Do not use this product for the purpose of making illegal copies or to infringe copyright laws. Disposing of Data Storage Devices Please note that deleting images or formatting data storage devices such as memory cards or built-in camera memory does not completely erase the original image data. Deleted files can sometimes be recovered from discarded storage devices using commercially available software, potentially resulting in the malicious use of personal image data. 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 deletion software, or format the device and then completely refill it with images containing no private information (for example, pictures of empty sky). Be sure to also replace any pictures selected for the welcome screen (c 89). Care should be taken to avoid injury or damage to property when physically destroying data storage devices. 3 Introduction 4 Parts of the Camera Power-on lamp (c 10, 97) Power switch (c 10) Speaker (c 46, 51, 54) Introduction Shutter-release button (c 20) Built-in flash (c 24) Self-timer lamp (c 26) Eyelet for camera strap Lens (c 18, 104) Lens cover closed Built-in microphone (c 46, 48, 52) Battery-chamber cover (c 10) Battery chamber (c 10) Optional AC adapter power cable connector (under cover) (c 102) Lens cover Attaching the Camera Strap 5 Opening the connector cover Cable connector Flash lamp (c 24) Indicator lamp (c 52) Connector cover (c 58, 61, 64) Monitor (c 6) i (playback) button (c 22, 40) Zoom buttons (c 18) See also: · t (wide): c 18 · v (tele): c 18 · j (thumbnail playback): c 40 · k (playback zoom): c 41 · l (help): c 9 Introduction m button (c 9) Memory card slot cover (c 14) T (delete) button (c 22, 41, 47, 51) Mode selector (c 8, 16, 29, 48) Tripod socket ImageLink connector (c 72) Multi selector (c 8) H: Display self-timer menu (c 26) L: Display macro close-up mode menu (c 27) J: Display flash mode menu (c 24) d/E: Make selection/ transfer picture (c 59) Apply D-Lighting (c 43) I: Adjust the exposure setting (c 28) 6 The Monitor The following indicators may appear in the monitor during shooting and playback (actual display varies with current camera settings). Shooting Introduction 5 20 21 123 L GF q g 6 7 B W 4 p zABCD 8 9 10 11 A 19 qw fghijl f ghij l 18 CDBA C 1.0 I +1.0 10 s WY 12 13 17 9999 16 15 14 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Shooting mode1 .... 16, 29, 48 Exposure lock .................... 38 Macro close-up mode........ 27 Zoom indicator............ 18, 27 Focus indicator .................. 20 Flash mode ....................... 24 Camera shake icon............ 25 Internal memory indicator . 17 Battery level indicator ........ 16 12 "Date not set" indicator ....... 107 Time zone indicator........... 90 13 Date imprint/Date counter ...... 94 Number of exposures 14 remaining.......................... 16 Movie length..................... 48 15 Focus area......................... 20 16 Exposure compensation value....28 17 Image mode2 .................... 74 18 Color options setting......... 79 19 White balance ................... 76 20 Best shot selector (BSS)...... 79 21 Continuous shooting mode .... 78 10 ISO Sensitivity.................... 25 11 Self-timer indicator............ 26 1 2 Differs according to the current shooting mode. L, d, e, h, and i are available for COOLPIX L10. See pages 52 and 54 for the monitor indicators during voice recording and voice playback. 7 Playback Introduction 13 15 S 14 1 2 3 4 15/05/2007 12:00 9999.JPG 12 11 10 E w D P 9999 / 9999 7 5 9 86 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Internal memory indicator . 22 Battery level indicator ........ 16 File number and type....... 103 Volume indicator......... 46, 51 Current frame number/ total number of frames/ .... 22 movie length ..................... 51 D-Lighting icon ................. 43 Movie playback indicator... 51 8 9 Voice memo icon .............. 46 Image mode...................... 74 10 Protect icon....................... 84 11 Print-order icon ................. 70 12 Transfer icon ............... 62, 85 13 Date of recording .............. 12 14 Time of recording.............. 12 15 Movie indicator ................. 51 8 Basic Operations/Displaying the Help Mode Selector Set the mode selector to the desired mode. b: Scene mode (c 29) Select one of 16 "scenes" suited to different subjects of shooting conditions, such as indoor parties or night landscapes, and let the camera do the rest. You can also record sounds or play back recorded sounds using Voice recording. L: Auto mode (c 16) A simple "point-andshoot" mode in which the majority of camera settings are controlled by the camera. T: Movie mode (c 48) Record movies. Select one of five movie options. Introduction Multi Selector In addition to activating the flash, macro-close up, self-timer, and exposure compensation modes and functions, the multi selector is also used to perform the following operations. Full-Frame Playback Display the previous picture (c 22). (I or G) Apply D-Lighting (c 43) Display the next picture (c 22). (J or H) Navigating the Menus Move cursor up (G). Return to the previous menu, or move cursor left (I). Move cursor down (H). Display the sub-menu, move cursor right, or make selection (J). Make selection. * In the manual, the multi selector buttons for moving the cursor or selection up, down, left, and right are shown as G, H, I, and J. MENU Button When m is pressed, the following menus are displayed according to the mode that has been selected. 9 L b T i : Auto mode : Scene mode : Movie mode : Playback mode Shooting menu (c 73) Scene menu (c 29) Movie menu (c 49) Playback menu (c 81) Introduction To display the setup menu (c 87), choose [Set up] at the top of all menus. Displayed when there are one or more previous menu items. Displayed when there are one or more menu items to follow. Set up Monitor settings Date imprint Sound settings Blur warning Auto off MENU Exit -H -ON ? Displayed when the menu contains two or more pages. Help Displays Press v (l) to view a description of the currently selected menu option. q Continuous Choose single frame, continuous mode, or multi-shot 16 (16 shots in one picture). MENU Exit ? Back · To return to the original menu, press v (l) again. · Press m to return to shooting or playback mode. 10 Preparation for Shooting Inserting Batteries Insert the Batteries 1 Preparation for Shooting Open the battery-chamber cover. · Hold the camera upside down to prevent the batteries from falling out. 3 1 2 2 Insert the batteries. · Insert the batteries correctly as shown at right. 3 Close the battery-chamber cover. 1 2 Supported Batteries This camera uses the following batteries. · Two LR6 alkaline (AA-size) batteries (supplied) · Two ZR6 oxyride (AA-size) batteries (available separately) · Two FR6 lithium (AA-size) batteries (available separately) · Two EN-MH1 Rechargeable Ni-MH Batteries (available separately from Nikon) Turning On and Off the Camera To turn on the camera, press the power switch. The power-on lamp (green) will light for a moment and the monitor will turn on. To turn off the camera, press the power switch again. j Replacing Batteries 11 Turn the camera off and make sure that the power-on lamp and the monitor have gone out before removing or inserting batteries. · Read and follow the warnings and cautions on pages ii-iii and 105 of this manual. · Do not combine old and new batteries or batteries of different makes or types. · Batteries with the following defects cannot be used: Preparation for Shooting j Additional Precautions Regarding Batteries Batteries with peeling Batteries with insulation that does not cover the area around the negative terminal. Batteries with a flat negative terminal j Battery Type To improve battery performance, select the type of battery currently inserted in the camera in the setup menu. The default setting is [Alkaline]. When any other type of battery is used, turn the camera on and change the setting (c 101). Performance of alkaline batteries may vary greatly depending on the manufacturer. Choose a reliable brand. k Alkaline Batteries k Alternative Power Resources To power the camera continuously for extended periods, use an AC Adapter EH-65A (available separately from Nikon) (c 102). Do not, under any circumstances, use another make or model of AC adapter. Failure to observe this precaution could result in overheating or in damage to the camera. If no operations are performed for about five seconds, the monitor will dim to save power. Using any of the camera controls will reactivate the display. If no operations are performed for about 30 seconds, the monitor will turn off; after a further three minutes, the camera will turn off automatically. k Power Saving Function 12 Setting Display Language, Date, and Time A language-selection dialog is displayed the first time the camera is turned on. 1 Preparation for Shooting Press the power switch to turn on the camera. · The power-on lamp will light for a moment and the monitor will turn on. 2 Press the multi selector G, H, I or J to choose the desired language and press d. · For information on using the multi selector, see "Multi Selector" (c 8). 3 Press G or H to choose [Yes] and press d. · If [No] is selected, the date and time will not be set. Date Set time and date? No Yes 4 Press J. · The [Home time zone] menu is displayed. Time zone London, Casablanca Daylight saving l Daylight Saving Time If daylight saving time is in effect, turn on [Daylight saving] in the time zone menu and set the date. 1 Before pressing d, press the multi selector H to choose [Daylight saving]. 2 Press d to enable daylight saving time (y). Pressing d toggles the daylight saving time option on and off. 3 Press the multi selector G, and then J and proceed to step 5. When daylight saving time ends, turn [Daylight saving] off from the [Date] menu (c 90) in the setup menu (c 87). The camera's clock is automatically set back one hour. 5 13 Press I or J to choose your home time zone (c 92) and press d. · The [Date] menu is displayed. Home time zone London, Casablanca MENU Back 6 Press G or H to edit the day ([D]) (order of day, month, and year may differ in some areas) and press J. Date D 15 00 M 05 : Y 2007 00 Preparation for Shooting 7 Press G or H to edit the month ([M]) and press J. Date D 15 00 M 05 : Y 2007 00 8 Press G or H to edit year ([Y]), hour, and minutes. Press J after setting each item. · [D], [M], and [Y] blink. Date D 15 00 M 05 : Y 2007 00 9 Choose the order in which the day, month, and year are displayed and press d. · The settings are applied and monitor display returns to the standard display for the current mode. Date D 15 15 M 05 : Y 2007 10 14 Inserting Memory Cards Pictures and voice recordings are stored in the camera's internal memory (approx. 7 MB) or on removable Secure Digital (SD) memory cards (available separately) (c 102). If a memory card is inserted in the camera, pictures are automatically stored on the memory card and only pictures recorded to the memory card can be played back, deleted, or transferred. Remove the memory card to store pictures in the internal memory, or play back, delete, or transfer pictures from the internal memory. Preparation for Shooting 1 Turn the camera off, and open the memory card slot cover. 2 Insert the memory card. · Make sure that the camera is off (poweron lamp is off) before inserting or removing the memory card. · Slide the memory card in as shown until it clicks into place. · Close the memory card slot cover. Terminals j Inserting Memory Cards Inserting the memory card upside down or backwards could damage the camera or the memory card. Be sure that the memory card is correctly oriented. Front (label side) Terminals Removing Memory Cards Turn the camera off and make sure that the power-on lamp and the monitor are off before opening the memory card slot cover. Press the memory card lightly (1) to release it. Once released, pull the memory card out carefully (2). 2 1 15 If the message at right is displayed when the power is on, the memory card must be formatted (c 98) Card is not formatted. before use. No Note that formatting permanently deletes all picFormat tures and other data on the memory card. Be sure to make copies of any pictures you wish to keep before beginning formatting. To begin formatting, press the multi selector G or H to choose [Format] and then press d. Do not turn the camera off or remove the batteries or memory card until formatting is complete. The first time you insert the memory cards used in other devices into the COOLPIX L11 or COOLPIX L10, be sure to format them (c 98). j Formatting Memory Cards I Preparation for Shooting j The Write Protect Switch SD memory cards are equipped with a write protect switch. Pictures cannot be recorded or deleted and the memory card cannot be formatted when this switch is in the "Lock" position. Write protect switch j Memory Cards · Use only Secure Digital (SD) memory cards. · Do not perform the following during formatting, while data are being written to or deleted from the memory card, or during data transfer to a computer. Failure to observe this precaution could result in the loss of data or in damage to the camera or memory card. - Eject the memory card - Remove the battery - Turn off the camera - Disconnect the AC adapter · Do not disassemble or modify. · Do not drop, bend, or expose to water or strong physical shock. · Do not touch the metal terminals with your fingers or metal objects. · Do not affix labels or stickers to the memory card. · Do not leave in direct sunlight, closed vehicles, or areas exposed to high temperatures. · Do not expose to humidity or to corrosive gases. 16 Basic Photography and Playback: L (Auto) Mode Step1 Select L (Auto) Mode and Turn the Camera On This section describes how to take pictures in L (auto) mode, an automatic, "point-and-shoot" mode recommended for first-time users of digital cameras. 1 Slide the mode selector to L. Basic Photography and Playback: L (Auto) Mode 2 Turn the camera on. · The power-on lamp (green) will light for a moment and the monitor will turn on. 3 Check the battery level and number of exposures remaining. Battery Level Monitor NO INDICATOR Description Batteries fully charged. Batteries low; ready spare batteries. K Warning! Battery exhausted. Batteries exhausted. Replace with fresh batteries. Battery level indicator L 5 Number of exposures remaining Number of Exposures Remaining The number of pictures that can be stored depends on the capacity of the internal memory or memory card and option chosen for the image mode setting. l Indicators in L (auto) Mode Internal memory Indicator Pictures will be recorded to internal memory. When memory card is inserted, pictures will be recorded to memory card and M is not displayed. 17 Shooting mode L displayed in auto mode L Basic Photography and Playback: L (Auto) Mode 5 Image mode Choose from five image-mode options depending on how you plan to use the picture. The default setting is c Normal (2,816 × 2,112) for COOLPIX L11, and d Normal (2,560 × 1,920) for COOLPIX L10. l Available Functions in Auto Shooting Mode In L mode, macro close-up mode (c 27) and exposure compensation (c 28) can be applied and pictures can be taken using the flash (c 24) and self-timer (c 26). Press m in L (auto) mode to display the shooting menu. The shooting menu allows you to specify the image mode (c 74), white balance setting (c 76), and to apply continuous shooting (c 78), BSS (c 79), and color options (c 79) to suit shooting conditions or your own preferences. 18 Step2 Frame a Picture 1 Ready the camera. · Hold the camera steadily in both hands, keeping your fingers and other objects away from the lens, flash, and microphone. · When taking pictures in "tall" orientation, turn the camera counterclockwise so that the built-in flash is above the lens. 2 Frame the picture. · Frame the picture with the main subject positioned near the center of the monitor. Basic Photography and Playback: L (Auto) Mode L 5 Using the Zoom Use the zoom buttons to activate optical zoom. Press t (j) to zoom out, increasing the area visible in the frame, or v (k) to zoom in so that the subject fills a larger area of the frame. Zoom out Zoom in When the camera is zoomed in to the maximum magnification (3×), holding v (k) down triggers digital zoom. The subject is magnified up to 4×, for a total magnification of 12×. A monitor indicator shows the current zoom ratio. Zoom indicator displayed when the zoom buttons are pressed. Optical zoom (up to 3×) Zoom indicator turns yellow when digital zoom is in effect. j Digital Zoom 19 Unlike optical zoom, data from the camera's image sensor are processed digitally with digital zoom. Details visible at maximum optical zoom are simply enlarged, producing a slightly "grainy" image. Basic Photography and Playback: L (Auto) Mode 20 Step3 Focus and Shoot 1 Press the shutter-release button halfway. L · The camera focuses on the subject in the center of the focus area. When the subject is in focus, the 5 focus indicator (p) is green. When the camera is unable to focus, the focus indicator blinks red. Change the composition and try again. Basic Photography and Playback: L (Auto) Mode 2 Press the shutter release button the rest of the way down to take the picture. · The shutter will be released, and the picture will be recorded to the memory card or internal memory. · Note that the flash may fire if the subject is poorly lit. j During Recording 21 While pictures are being recorded, the y icon will be displayed, or the M icon will blink. Do not turn the camera off, eject the memory card, open the battery-chamber cover, or disconnect the power source while these icons are displayed. Cutting power or removing the memory card in these circumstances could result in loss of data or in damage to the camera or card. Autofocus may not perform as expected in the following situations: · Subject is very dark · Objects of sharply differing brightness are included in the scene (e.g., the sun is behind the subject and is in deep shadow) · No contrast between the subject and surroundings (e.g., when the subject is standing in front of a white wall, wearing a white shirt) · Several objects are at different distances from the camera (e.g., the subject is inside a cage) · Subject is moving rapidly · In the situation noted above, try pressing the shutter-release button halfway to refocus several times, or use focus lock. k Autofocus Basic Photography and Playback: L (Auto) Mode l Shutter-Release Button To set focus and exposure, press the shutter-release button halfway, stopping when you feel resistance. Focus and exposure lock while the shutter-release button is held in this position. To release the shutter and take a picture, press the shutter-release button down the rest of the way. Do not use force when pressing the shutter-release button, as this may result in camera shake and blurred pictures. Set focus and exposure Take a picture l Focus Lock To focus on off-center subject, use focus lock as described blow. · Be sure that the distance between the camera and the subject does not change while focus is locked. L L 5 5 5 Position the sub- Press the ject in the censhutterter of the frame. release button halfway. Confirm that the focus indicator (p) is green. Continue holding down the shutter-release button halfway and recompose the picture. Press the shutterrelease button the rest of the way down. 22 Step4 Viewing and Deleting Pictures Full-Frame Playback Press i. · The last picture taken will be displayed. Press the multi selector G, H, I, or J to view additional pictures. · For information on using the multi selector, see "Multi Selector" (c 8). · Pictures may be displayed briefly at low resolution while being read from the memory card or internal memory. · Press i again or press the shutter-release button to switch to shooting mode. · When M is displayed, pictures stored in the internal memory will be displayed. When memory card is inserted, M is not displayed and pictures stored on the memory card will be displayed. Basic Photography and Playback: L (Auto) Mode Internal memory indicator 15/05/2007 15:30 9999.JPG 4/ 4 Deleting Pictures 1 Press T to delete the picture currently displayed in the monitor. 2 Press the multi selector G or H to choose [Yes] and press d. K Erase 1 image? Done No · To exit without deletYes ing the picture, choose [No] and press d. · For information on using the multi selector, see "Multi Selector" (c 8). k Full-Frame Playback Mode Option Enlarge picture Press 23 Description Enlarge view of picture currently displayed in the monitor up to about 10×. Display four or nine picture thumbEnhance brightness and contrast in dark portions of the pictures. Press i or the shutter-release button to switch to the shooting mode selected with the mode selector. c 41 40 43 Basic Photography and Playback: L (Auto) Mode The following functions are available in the full-frame playback mode. k (v) View thumbnails D-lighting Switch to shooting mode j (t) nails. u (d) i 22 k Viewing Pictures · When the camera is off, holding down i will turn the camera on in the fullframe playback mode. · Pictures stored to the internal memory can only be viewed if no memory card is inserted. k Deleting the Last Picture Taken In shooting mode, press T to delete the last picture taken. When the confirmation dialog shown at right is displayed, press the multi selector G or H to choose [Yes] and press d. To exit without deleting the picture, choose [No] and press d. Erase 1 image? No Yes 24 Using the Flash The flash has a range of 0.4­3.0 m (1 ft. 4 in.­9 ft. 10 in.) when the camera is zoomed out all the way. With maximum optical zoom applied, the range is 0.4­2.5 m (1 ft. 4 in.­8 ft. 2 in.). The following flash modes are available: z A B J Auto (default setting in L mode) Flash fires automatically when lighting is poor. Auto with red-eye reduction Reduces "red eye" in portraits (c 25). Off Flash will not fire even when lighting is poor. Fill flash Flash fires whenever picture is taken. Use to "fill-in" (illuminate) shadows and back-lit subjects. Slow sync Flash illuminates main subject; slow shutter speeds are used to capture background at night or under dim light.