User manual NIKON COOLPIX L12

DIGITAL CAMERA User's Manual En Trademark Information · Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. · Macintosh, Mac OS, and QuickTime are registered trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc. · Adobe and Acrobat are registered trademarks of Adobe Systems Inc. · The SD logo is a trademark of the SD Card Association. · PictBridge is a trademark. · ImageLink and the ImageLink print system logo are trademarks of Eastman Kodak Company. · 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. Introduction Preparation for Shooting Basic Photography and Playback: Auto Mode Selecting Scene Mode: Scene Mode L b F Anti-shake Mode A One-Touch Portrait Mode i More on Playback T Movies O Voice Recording Connecting to Televisions, Computers, and Printers m Shooting, Playback, and Setup Menus Technical Notes i 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: This icon marks warnings, information that should be read before using this Nikon product to prevent possible injury. Introduction 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 Nikonauthorized service representative for inspection. Do not disassemble Touching the internal parts of the camera or AC adapter could result in injury. Repairs should be performed only by qualified technicians. Should the camera or AC adapter break open as the result of a fall or other accident, take the product to a Nikon-authorized service representative for inspection after unplugging the product and/or removing the batteries. Do not use the camera or AC adapter in the presence of flammable gas Do not use electronic equipment in the presence of flammable gas, as this could result in explosion or fire. Handle the camera strap with care Never place the strap around the neck of an infant or child. 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. ii For Your Safety Observe caution when handling batteries Batteries may leak or explode if improperly handled. Observe the following precautions when handling batteries for use in this product: · Before replacing the batteries, turn the product off. If you are using an AC adapter, be sure it is unplugged. · Use only the batteries approved for use in this product (c 10). Do not use other types. Do not mix old and new batteries or batteries of different makes or types. · Charge and use each pair of Nikon rechargeable EN-MH1 NiMH batteries as a set. Do not mix 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. 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. Introduction · · · · iii For Your Safety · Do not handle the plug or battery charger with wet hands. Failure to observe this precaution could result in electric shock. 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. CD-ROMs The CD-ROMs supplied with this device should not be played back on audio CD equipment. Playing CDROMs on an audio CD player could cause hearing loss or damage the equipment. Observe caution when using the flash Using the flash close to your subject's eyes could cause temporary visual impairment. Particular care should be observed if photographing infants, when the flash should be no less than one meter (39 in.) from the subject. 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. Introduction 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. Introduction COOLPIX L12 CAUTIONS Modifications The FCC requires the user to be notified that any changes or modifications made to this device that are not expressly approved by Nikon Corporation may void the user's authority to operate the equipment. Interface Cables Use the interface cables sold or provided by Nikon for your equipment. Using other interface cables may exceed the limits of Class B Part 15 of the FCC rules. Notice for customers in the State of California WARNING: Handling the cord on this product will expose you to lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling. Nikon Inc., 1300 Walt Whitman Road Melville, New York 11747-3064 USA Tel: 631-547-4200 v Notices Notice for Customers in Canada CAUTION This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Introduction ATTENTION Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada. Symbol for Separate Collection in European Countries This symbol indicates that this product is to be collected separately. The following apply only to 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. vi Table of Contents Introduction .....................................................................................................ii For Your Safety..................................................................................................ii WARNINGS ................................................................................................... ii Notices................................................................................................................ v About This Manual............................................................................................1 Information and Precautions............................................................................ 2 Parts of the Camera...........................................................................................4 The Monitor.......................................................................................................6 Shooting .......................................................................................................6 Playback........................................................................................................ 7 Basic Operations/Displaying the Help .............................................................. 8 Mode Selector...............................................................................................8 Multi Selector................................................................................................8 MENU Button................................................................................................9 Help Displays................................................................................................. 9 Introduction Preparation for Shooting ..............................................................................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 L Basic Photography and Playback: 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/Deleting Pictures ....................................................................22 Viewing Pictures: Full-Frame Playback..........................................................22 Deleting Pictures .........................................................................................22 Using the Flash ................................................................................................24 Taking Pictures with the Self-Timer ...............................................................26 Macro Close-up Mode .....................................................................................27 Exposure Compensation .................................................................................28 b Selecting Scene Mode: Scene Mode.....................................................29 Scene Mode .....................................................................................................29 Scene Modes ....................................................................................................31 vii F Anti-shake Mode ....................................................................................38 Shooting in Anti-shake Mode.........................................................................38 Introduction A One-Touch Portrait Mode.......................................................................39 Taking Pictures in the One-Touch Portrait Mode..........................................39 The One-Touch Portrait Menu........................................................................40 Applying Portrait Effect ...............................................................................40 i More on Playback.....................................................................................42 Viewing Multiple Pictures: Thumbnail Playback ...........................................42 Taking a Closer Look: Playback Zoom............................................................43 Editing Pictures................................................................................................44 Enhancing Contrast: D-Lighting...................................................................45 Creating a Cropped Copy: Crop ..................................................................46 H Resizing Pictures: Small Picture...............................................................47 Voice Memos: Recording and Playback .........................................................48 Recording Voice Memos..............................................................................48 Playing Voice Memos ..................................................................................48 Deleting Voice Memos ................................................................................48 T Movies .......................................................................................................49 Recording Movies ............................................................................................49 The Movie Menu .............................................................................................50 Selecting Movie Options..............................................................................51 Stop-Motion Movies....................................................................................52 Y Auto-Focus Mode...................................................................................53 Movie Playback................................................................................................54 Deleting Movie Files ....................................................................................54 O Voice Recording..........................................................................................55 Making a Voice Recording..............................................................................55 Playing Voice Recordings ................................................................................57 Copying Voice Recordings ..............................................................................59 Connecting to Televisions, Computers, and Printers ...................................61 Connecting to a TV..........................................................................................62 Connecting to a Computer .............................................................................63 Before Connecting the Camera ...................................................................63 Setting the USB Option ...............................................................................64 Transferring Pictures to a Computer ............................................................65 viii Connecting to a Printer...................................................................................67 Connecting the Camera and Printer ............................................................68 Printing Pictures One at a Time....................................................................69 Printing Multiple Pictures.............................................................................70 Creating a DPOF Print Order: Print Set ..........................................................73 Connecting to a ImageLink-compatible Printer ............................................75 Removing the Dock Insert............................................................................75 Introduction m Shooting, Playback, and Setup Menus.................................................76 Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu .........................................................76 Z Image Mode .........................................................................................77 d White Balance........................................................................................79 q Continuous............................................................................................81 A BSS ........................................................................................................82 d Color Options.........................................................................................83 Restrictions on Camera Settings ..................................................................84 Playback Options: The Playback Menu ..........................................................85 z Slide Show .............................................................................................87 A Delete ....................................................................................................88 D Protect .................................................................................................88 E Transfer Marking ..................................................................................89 L Copy......................................................................................................90 Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu............................................................91 R Menus....................................................................................................92 H Quick Startup .........................................................................................93 V Welcome Screen ....................................................................................93 W Date.......................................................................................................94 Z Monitor Settings....................................................................................97 f Date Imprint...........................................................................................98 b Vibration Reduction..............................................................................100 u AF Assist .............................................................................................100 h Sound Settings.....................................................................................101 i Auto Off ..............................................................................................101 M Format Memory/O Format Card ..........................................................102 j Language .............................................................................................103 k Interface...............................................................................................103 n Reset All...............................................................................................104 g Battery Type .........................................................................................106 B Firmware Version .................................................................................106 ix Technical Notes ............................................................................................107 Optional Accessories .....................................................................................107 Image/Sound File and Folder Names............................................................108 Caring for the Camera ..................................................................................109 Cleaning ...................................................................................................110 Storage .....................................................................................................111 Error Messages...............................................................................................112 Troubleshooting ............................................................................................117 Specifications .................................................................................................122 Supported Standards.....................................................................................125 Index...............................................................................................................126 Introduction x About This Manual Thank you for your purchase of a Nikon COOLPIX L12 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: Introduction j 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 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 k c 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." · Menu items, options, and messages displayed in the camera monitor are shown in 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 Display Illustrations and text displays shown in this manual may differ from actual display. 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. 1 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: Introduction 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). 2 Information and Precautions 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. Introduction Disposing of Data Storage Devices Please note that deleting images or formatting data storage devices such as memory cards or built-in camera memory does not completely erase the original image data. Deleted files can sometimes be recovered from discarded storage devices using commercially available software, potentially resulting in the malicious use of personal image data. Ensuring the privacy of such data is the 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 93). Care should be taken to avoid injury or damage to property when physically destroying data storage devices. 3 Parts of the Camera A (one-touch portrait) button (c 39) D-Lighting button (c 45) Power switch (c 10) Shutter-release button (c 20) F (vibration reduction) button (c 19, 38) Speaker (c 48, 54) Introduction Built-in flash (c 24) Built-in microphone (c 48, 49) Lens (c 110, 122) Lens cover closed Eyelet for camera strap Self-timer lamp (c 26) AF-assist illuminator (c 25, 100) Optional AC adapter power cable connector (under cover) (c 107) Lens cover Attaching the Camera Strap 4 Parts of the Camera Multi selector (c 8) H: Display self-timer menu (c 26) L: Display macro closeup mode menu (c 27) J: Display flash mode menu (c 24) I: Adjust the exposure setting (c 28) d/E: Make selection/ transfer picture (c 63) Introduction Monitor (c 6) m button (c 9) Zoom buttons (c 18) t : Zoom out v : Zoom in j : Thumbnail playback (c 42) k : Playback zoom (c 43) l : Help (c 9) Tripod socket i (playback) button (c 22, 42) ImageLink (c 75) Flash lamp (c 25) Battery-chamber cover (c 10) Cable connector Connector cover (c 62, 65, 68) Opening the connector cover Memory card slot cover (c 14) T (delete) button (c 22, 48, 54) Mode selector (c 8, 16, 29, 49) 5 The Monitor The following indicators may appear in the monitor during shooting and playback (actual display varies with current camera settings). Shooting 2 20 19 18 17 +1.0 Introduction 5 6 AUTO 21 1 34 7 8 9 10 11 10 12 13 9999 16 15 14 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Shooting mode*... 16, 29, 38, 39, 49 Exposure lock ............................. 37 Macro close-up mode................. 27 Zoom indicator..................... 18, 27 Focus indicator ........................... 20 Flash mode ................................ 24 Internal memory indicator .......... 17 Battery level indicator ................. 16 ISO sensitivity ............................. 25 12 "Date not set" indicator ........... 112 Time zone indicator .................... 94 13 Date imprint/Date counter .......... 98 Number of exposures 14 remaining................................... 16 Movie length .............................. 51 15 Focus area .................................. 20 16 Exposure compensation value..... 28 17 Image mode ............................... 77 18 Color options setting .................. 83 19 White balance ............................ 79 20 Best shot selector (BSS)............... 82 21 Continuous shooting mode ........ 81 10 Vibration reduction (VR) icon....38, 100 11 Self-timer indicator..................... 26 * Differs according to the current shooting mode. See each page for the monitor indicators. * See "Voice Recording" (c 55) for the monitor indicators during voice recording and voice playback. 6 The Monitor Playback 17 16 15 14 13 12 18 1 2 Introduction 15/05/2007 12:00 9999.JPG 3 9999 / 9999 11 10 9 7 8 6 4 5 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Internal memory indicator .......... 17 Battery level indicator ................. 16 Volume indicator............ 48, 54, 58 Voice memo recording guide...... 48 Voice memo playback guide....... 48 Current frame number/ total number of frames/ ............. 22 movie length .............................. 54 D-Lighting icon .......................... 45 Movie playback indicator............ 54 Voice memo icon ....................... 48 10 Image mode ............................... 77 11 Small picture .............................. 47 12 Protect icon ................................ 88 13 Print-order icon .......................... 73 14 Transfer icon ........................ 66, 89 15 File number and type................ 108 16 Movie indicator .......................... 54 17 Date of recording ....................... 12 18 Time of recording ....................... 12 7 Basic Operations/Displaying the Help Mode Selector Set the mode selector to the desired mode. b: Scene mode (c 29) Select one of fifteen "scenes" suited to different subjects of shooting conditions, such as indoor parties or night landscapes, and let the camera do the rest. Voice recording, which records and plays back sound only, can also be selected. L: Auto mode (c 16) A simple "point-and-shoot" mode in which the majority of camera settings are controlled by the camera. T: Movie mode (c 49) Record movies. Select one of five movie options. Introduction Multi Selector In addition to activating the flash (c 24), self-timer (c 26), macro close-up (c 27), and exposure compensation (c 28) 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) 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. 8 * In the manual, the multi selector buttons for moving the cursor or selection up, down, left, and right are indicated with G, H, I and J. Basic Operations/Displaying the Help MENU Button When m is pressed, the following menus are displayed according to the mode which has been selected. Introduction L b T A F i : Auto mode : Scene mode : Movie mode : One-touch portrait mode : Anti-shake mode : Playback mode Shooting menu (c 76) Scene menu (c 29) Movie menu (c 49) One-touch portrait menu (c 40) Anti-shake menu (c 38) Playback menu (c 85) To display the setup menu (c 91), choose [Set up] at the top of all menus. W T 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 Vibration reduction AF assist Sound settings MENU Exit -- -? Displayed when the menu contains two or more pages. Help Displays Press v (l) to view a description of the currently selected item. Continuous Choose single frame, continuous mode, or multi-shot 16 (16 shots in one picture). Exit Back W T Pressing G or H shows the previous or next menu item. Press d while the help dialog is displayed to apply the setting. l Switch back to the shooting mode While each menu is displayed (except for Voice recording), press the shutter-release button to switch back to the shooting mode. 9 Preparation for Shooting Insert the Batteries 1 Open the battery-chamber cover. · Hold the camera upside down to prevent the batteries from falling out. 3 2 1 Preparation for Shooting 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 size AA batteries. · Two LR6 alkaline batteries (batteries supplied) · Two FR6/L91 lithium batteries · Two Nikon EN-MH1 rechargeable nickel-metal hydride batteries (available separately) · Two ZR6 oxyride batteries 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. ON/OFF 10 Insert the Batteries j Replacing Batteries Turn the camera off and make sure that the power-on lamp and the monitor have gone out before removing or inserting batteries. j Additional Precautions Regarding Batteries · Read and follow the warnings and cautions on pages iii-iv and 110 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 Batteries with peeling Batteries with insulation that Batteries with a flat does not cover the area negative terminal around the 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 the type of battery supplied with purchase. If your camera was purchased in Europe and alkaline batteries were supplied, change the setting to [Alkaline]. When any other type of battery is used, turn the camera on and change the setting (c 106). k Alkaline Batteries Performance of alkaline batteries may vary greatly depending on the manufacturer. Choose a reliable brand. k Alternative Power Resources To power the camera continuously for extended periods, use an EH-65A AC adapter (c 107). 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. k Power Saving Function in Shooting Mode 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. The monitor turns off and the power-on lamp blinks if no operations are performed for fifteen seconds. If no operations are performed for another fifteen seconds, the camera enters standby mode. After a further three minutes, the camera will turn off automatically (c 101). 11 Setting Display Language, Date, and Time A language-selection dialog is displayed the first time the camera is turned on. 1 Preparation for Shooting Turn on the camera. · The power-on lamp (green) will light for a moment and the monitor will turn on. ON/OFF 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 DaylightSaving l Daylight Saving Time If daylight saving time is in effect, turn on [DaylightSaving] in the time zone menu and set the date. 1 Press the multi selector H to choose [DaylightSaving]. 2 Press d to enable daylight saving time (y). The d button toggles the daylight saving time option on and off. 3 Press G and then J and proceed to step 5. When daylight saving time ends, turn [DaylightSaving] off from the [Date] menu (c 94) in the setup menu. The camera's clock is automatically set back one hour. 12 Setting Display Language, Date, and Time 5 Select your home time zone (c 96) and press d. · The [Date] menu is displayed. Home time zone London, Casablanca MENU Back Preparation for Shooting 6 Press G or H to edit the day ([D]) (order of the day, month, and year may differ in some areas) and press J. Date D 01 00 M 01 : Y 2007 00 7 Press G or H to edit the month ([M]) and press J. Date D 15 00 M 05 : 00 Y 2007 8 Press G or H to edit the 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 : 10 Y 2007 13 Inserting Memory Cards Pictures are stored in the camera's internal memory (approx. 21 MB) or on removable Secure Digital (SD) memory cards (available separately) (c 107). 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. · Make sure that the camera is off (power-on lamp is off) before inserting or removing the memory card. 2 Insert 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 when inserting. Front (label side) Terminals 14 Inserting Memory Cards 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 ( ) to release it. Once released, pull the memory card out carefully ( ). 2 1 Preparation for Shooting j Formatting Memory Cards If the message at right is displayed the memory card must be formatted (c 102) before use. Card is not formatted. Note that formatting permanently deletes all pictures and No other data on the memory card. Be sure to make copies of any Format pictures you wish to keep before formatting the memory card. Use the multi selector G or H to choose [Format] and press d. The screen shown at right will be displayed. To start formatting, choose [Format] again and press d. · Do not turn the camera off or remove the batteries or memory card until format- ting is complete. · The first time you insert the memory cards used in other devices into the COOLPIX L12, be sure to format them (c 102). 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. Unlock by sliding the switch to the "write" 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. 15 Basic Photography and Playback: 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: Auto Mode 2 Turn the camera on. · The power-on lamp (green) will light for a moment and the monitor will turn on. ON/OFF 3 Check the battery level and number of exposures remaining. Battery Level Monitor NO ICON Description Batteries fully charged. Batteries low; ready spare batteries. K Warning! Battery exhausted. Batteries exhausted. Replace batteries. Battery level icon 12 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 (c 78). 16 Step1 Select L (Auto) Mode and Turn the Camera On Indicators in L (auto) Mode Internal memory indicator Pictures will be recorded to internal memory. When memory card is inserted, M is not displayed and pictures will be recorded to memory card. Shooting mode L displayed in auto mode Basic Photography and Playback: Auto Mode 12 Image mode Choose from seven options depending on how you plan to use the picture. The default setting is E Normal (3,072 × 2,304). Vibration reduction Vibration reduction can be set up according to the shooting conditions. The default setting is W (On). l Available Functions in L (auto) Mode In L (auto) 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). Pressing m in L (auto) mode displays the shooting menu. This menu allows you to specify the image mode (c 77), white balance setting (c 79), and to apply continuous shooting (c 81), BSS (c 82), and color options (c 83) to suit shooting conditions or your own preferences. l Vibration Reduction [Vibration reduction] (c 100), when [On] (default setting) is selected, can be applied to effectively correct blur, caused by slight hand movement known as camera shake, that commonly occurs when shooting with zoom applied or at slow shutter speeds. Vibration reduction can be used in all shooting modes. 17 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 AF-assist illuminator. · When taking pictures in "tall" orientation, turn the camera clockwise so that the built-in flash is above the lens. Basic Photography and Playback: Auto Mode 2 Frame the picture. · Frame the picture with the main subject positioned near the center of the monitor. 12 Using the Zoom Use the zoom buttons to activate optical zoom. Zoom out Zoom in 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. W T 18 Step2 Frame a Picture 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 t (j)/ v (k) is pressed Optical zoom (up to 3×) Zoom indicator turns yellow when digital zoom is in effect Basic Photography and Playback: Auto Mode j Digital Zoom 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. l Anti-shake Mode When anti-shake mode (c 38) is used, [Vibration reduction] (c 100) and [BSS] (best shot selector) (c 82) are enabled to reduce effects of camera shake and blurred subjects, producing clear images. With BSS enabled, the camera takes shots to a maximum of ten, they are compared, and the sharpest picture (picture with the highest level of detail) is saved. A higher sensitivity is set, and the shutter speed will be faster than in L (auto) mode. 19 Step3 Focus and Shoot 1 Press the shutter-release button halfway. · The camera focuses on and adjusts the exposure to the subject in the focus area. · When the subject is in focus, the focus indicator (p) is green. When the camera is unable to focus, the focus indicator blinks red. Change the composition and try again. · When digital zoom is in effect, the focus area is not displayed. Basic Photography and Playback: Auto Mode 12 2 Press the shutter-release button the rest of the way down. · The picture will be recorded to the memory card or internal memory. l AF-assist Illuminator and Flash If the subject is poorly lit, the AF-assist illuminator may light by pressing the shutter-release button halfway, or the flash may fire by pressing the shutter-release button all the way down. j During Recording While pictures are being recorded, the y icon will be displayed, or the M (when the internal memory is being used) or O (when the memory card is being used) icon will blink. Do not turn the camera off, open the battery-chamber cover and the memory card slot cover, eject the memory card, or remove or disconnect the power source while these icons are displayed. Cutting power or removing the memory card in these circumstances could result in loss of data or in damage to the camera or card. 20 Step3 Focus and Shoot k Autofocus 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 situations noted above, try pressing the shutter-release button halfway to refocus several times, or use focus lock below. Basic Photography and Playback: 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 down. 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. 12 12 12 Position the subject in the center of the frame. Press the Confirm that the shutter- focus indicator release (p) is green. button halfway. Continue holding down the shutterrelease button halfway and recompose the picture. Press the shutterrelease button the rest of the way down. 21 Step4 Viewing/Deleting Pictures Viewing Pictures: Full-Frame Playback Press i. · Press the multi selector I (or G) to view pictures in reverse order, J (or H) to view pictures in the order recorded. Press and hold the multi selector to scroll quickly to a particular frame number without viewing the intervening 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 or the shutter-release button again to return to the shooting mode. · When M is displayed, pictures will be recorded to internal memory. When memory card is inserted, M is not displayed and pictures will be recorded to memory card. 15/05/2007 15:30 0004.JPG Basic Photography and Playback: Auto Mode 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. · To exit without deleting the picture, choose [No] and press d. Erase 1 image? No Yes Done 22 Step4 Viewing/Deleting Pictures k Full-Frame Playback Mode The following functions are available in the full-frame playback mode. Option Enlarge picture Press Description Enlarge view of picture currently displayed in the monitor up to about 10×. Display 4, 9, or 16 picture thumbnails. Enhance brightness and contrast in dark portions of the pictures. Records/plays voice memos up to 20 seconds in length. c 43 42 45 Basic Photography and Playback: Auto Mode 48 v (k) View thumbnails D-lighting Record/play voice memo Switch to shooting mode t (j) A d i or Press i or the shutter-release button to switch back to the shooting mode. 22 Quick Playback Zoom Pressing v (k) during full-frame playback zooms the current picture in 3×, with the center of the picture displayed in the monitor (c 43). Press d to return to full-frame playback. 3.0 ::SCROLL SCROLL :ZOOM ZOOM k Viewing Pictures · When the camera is off, holding down i will turn the camera on in the full-frame playback mode. If the camera is turned off in voice recording mode (c 55) or audio playback mode (c 57), the camera will be turned on in audio 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, use 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 23 Using the Flash The flash has a range of 0.5­8.0 m (1.6 ft.­26.2 ft.) when the camera is zoomed out all the way. With maximum optical zoom applied, the range is 0.5­4.5 m (1.6 ft.­14.8 ft.). The following flash modes are available: z A B Basic Photography and Playback: Auto Mode 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. J