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... Find items by key word. Find the solution here. The Index Search by function or menu name. Help Use the camera's on menu items and other topics. Troubleshooting See pages 108-110 Camera behaving unexpectedly? Where to Find It Find what you 're looking for from the "question and answer" index. See...
... Find items by key word. Find the solution here. The Index Search by function or menu name. Help Use the camera's on menu items and other topics. Troubleshooting See pages 108-110 Camera behaving unexpectedly? Where to Find It Find what you 're looking for from the "question and answer" index. See...
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Introduction Tutorial Photography and Playback More on Photography (All Modes) Reference P, S, A, and M Modes More on Playback Connecting to a Computer, Printer, or TV Playback Options: The Playback Menu Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu Menu Guide Custom Settings Basic Camera Settings: The Setup Menu Creating Retouched Copies: The Retouch Menu Technical Notes i
Introduction Tutorial Photography and Playback More on Photography (All Modes) Reference P, S, A, and M Modes More on Playback Connecting to a Computer, Printer, or TV Playback Options: The Playback Menu Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu Menu Guide Custom Settings Basic Camera Settings: The Setup Menu Creating Retouched Copies: The Retouch Menu Technical Notes i
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...before replacing the battery. In the event of an infant or child could result in injury. Before removing the battery turn the camera off before using this Nikon product. Do not place it under heavy objects or expose it is off and allow the battery to heat or flame. Continued... could result in strangulation. After removing the battery, take the equipment to a Nikon-authorized service representative for an extended period. Do not place the strap around the neck of an infant or child Placing the camera strap around the neck of malfunction, the product should you notice smoke or an...
...before replacing the battery. In the event of an infant or child could result in injury. Before removing the battery turn the camera off before using this Nikon product. Do not place it under heavy objects or expose it is off and allow the battery to heat or flame. Continued... could result in strangulation. After removing the battery, take the equipment to a Nikon-authorized service representative for an extended period. Do not place the strap around the neck of an infant or child Placing the camera strap around the neck of malfunction, the product should you notice smoke or an...
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... issued by law from discarded storage devices using commercial deletion software, or format the device and then completely refill it with your Nikon product are stamped "Sample." Ensuring the privacy of such data is a trademark. iv Notices Be sure to avoid injury when ...logo is a trademark of the SD Card Association. Disposing of Data Storage Devices Please note that has been digitally copied or reproduced by means of a scanner, digital camera, or other trade names mentioned in the malicious use by prohibited. Symbol for Separate Collection in European Countries ...
... issued by law from discarded storage devices using commercial deletion software, or format the device and then completely refill it with your Nikon product are stamped "Sample." Ensuring the privacy of such data is a trademark. iv Notices Be sure to avoid injury when ...logo is a trademark of the SD Card Association. Disposing of Data Storage Devices Please note that has been digitally copied or reproduced by means of a scanner, digital camera, or other trade names mentioned in the malicious use by prohibited. Symbol for Separate Collection in European Countries ...
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... 1 Getting to Know the Camera 2 First Steps 8 Attaching a Lens 8 Charging and Inserting the Battery 9 Basic Setup 11 Inserting Memory Cards 12 Adjusting Viewfinder Focus 14 Tutorial 15 "Point-and-Shoot" Photography ( Mode 15 Creative Photography (Digital Vari-Programs).........18 Basic Playback ...45 Autoexposure Lock 46 Exposure Compensation 47 Flash Compensation 48 White Balance 49 More on Playback 50 Viewing Photographs on the Camera 50 Photo Information 51 Viewing Multiple Images: Thumbnail Playback ...........52 Taking a Closer Look: Playback Zoom 53 Protecting Photographs...
... 1 Getting to Know the Camera 2 First Steps 8 Attaching a Lens 8 Charging and Inserting the Battery 9 Basic Setup 11 Inserting Memory Cards 12 Adjusting Viewfinder Focus 14 Tutorial 15 "Point-and-Shoot" Photography ( Mode 15 Creative Photography (Digital Vari-Programs).........18 Basic Playback ...45 Autoexposure Lock 46 Exposure Compensation 47 Flash Compensation 48 White Balance 49 More on Playback 50 Viewing Photographs on the Camera 50 Photo Information 51 Viewing Multiple Images: Thumbnail Playback ...........52 Taking a Closer Look: Playback Zoom 53 Protecting Photographs...
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... Overlay 94 Technical Notes 96 Optional Accessories 96 Lenses ...97 Optional Flash Units (Speedlights 99 Other Accessories 102 Accessories for the D40 103 Caring for the Camera 104 Caring for the Camera and Battery: Cautions 106 Troubleshooting 108 Camera Error Messages and Displays 111 Appendix 113 Specifications 119 Index 123 vi Table of Contents
... Overlay 94 Technical Notes 96 Optional Accessories 96 Lenses ...97 Optional Flash Units (Speedlights 99 Other Accessories 102 Accessories for the D40 103 Caring for the Camera 104 Caring for the Camera and Battery: Cautions 106 Troubleshooting 108 Camera Error Messages and Displays 111 Appendix 113 Specifications 119 Index 123 vi Table of Contents
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... Self timer, remote control 33 Optional flash units 99 Lenses 97 Accessories for the D40 96 Approved memory cards 102 Accessories for the D40 103 Servicing the camera x Cleaning the camera 104 Camera Setup Question Key phrase How do I set the clock? What software is available ...for my camera? Remote control How do I keep the camera from turning off ? Page # 14 78 11...
... Self timer, remote control 33 Optional flash units 99 Lenses 97 Accessories for the D40 96 Approved memory cards 102 Accessories for the D40 103 Servicing the camera x Cleaning the camera 104 Camera Setup Question Key phrase How do I set the clock? What software is available ...for my camera? Remote control How do I keep the camera from turning off ? Page # 14 78 11...
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... needed? How can I make a time exposure? Taking Photographs Question Key phrase Is there an easy way to take more photos on a moving subject? Digital Vari-Program modes What do I take snapshots? Shooting mode Is there a remote control for e-mail? Mode A (aperture-priority auto) Can I get ...mode How do I take pictures under low light without the flash? Red-eye reduction Can I prevent red eye? How do I change camera information display? Focus area Can I use the flash? Long time-exposures How do I take close ups of small objects?
... needed? How can I make a time exposure? Taking Photographs Question Key phrase Is there an easy way to take more photos on a moving subject? Digital Vari-Program modes What do I take snapshots? Shooting mode Is there a remote control for e-mail? Mode A (aperture-priority auto) Can I get ...mode How do I take pictures under low light without the flash? Red-eye reduction Can I prevent red eye? How do I change camera information display? Focus area Can I use the flash? Long time-exposures How do I take close ups of small objects?
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... photos at once? How do I order professional prints? Can I zoom in shadows? Viewing, Printing, and Retouching Photographs Question Can I view my photographs on the camera? Can I create a copy with different colors? How do I get rid of red eye? Can I make a single image? Key phrase... Camera playback Photo info Photo info, highlights Deleting individual photos Delete Playback zoom Protect Slide show ") option? Can I view more information about photos? Why parts of ...
... photos at once? How do I order professional prints? Can I zoom in shadows? Viewing, Printing, and Retouching Photographs Question Can I view my photographs on the camera? Can I create a copy with different colors? How do I get rid of red eye? Can I make a single image? Key phrase... Camera playback Photo info Photo info, highlights Deleting individual photos Delete Playback zoom Protect Slide show ") option? Can I view more information about photos? Why parts of ...
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.... · » ᕡ 1. This icon marks tips, additional information that can be read before use to prevent damage to the camera. Rear cover: 8 7. Focus ring: 28 3. Mounting index: 8 6. This manual has been written to find the information you need,... manual or in this manual thoroughly before using the camera. Introduction Thank you enjoy taking pictures with your purchase of a Nikon D40 single-lens reflex (SLR) digital camera with AF-S and AF-I lenses only. Read this manual for your Nikon digital camera. Lens cap Introduction 1 CPU contacts: 45 8....
.... · » ᕡ 1. This icon marks tips, additional information that can be read before use to prevent damage to the camera. Rear cover: 8 7. Focus ring: 28 3. Mounting index: 8 6. This manual has been written to find the information you need,... manual or in this manual thoroughly before using the camera. Introduction Thank you enjoy taking pictures with your purchase of a Nikon D40 single-lens reflex (SLR) digital camera with AF-S and AF-I lenses only. Read this manual for your Nikon digital camera. Lens cap Introduction 1 CPU contacts: 45 8....
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...Accessory shoe cover 99 11 Accessory shoe (for optional flash unit).......... 99 12 (flash mode) button 34 (flash compensation) button 48 13 Eyelet for camera strap 7 14 Connector cover 55, 58, 62 15 Video connector 62 16 Reset switch 108 17 USB connector 55, 58 18 (self-timer) ... button 77 19 Lens release button 8 20 Lens mounting index 8 2 Introduction: Getting to familiarize yourself with camera controls and displays. Getting to Know the Camera Take a few moments to Know the Camera You may find it helpful to bookmark this section and refer to it as you read through the rest...
...Accessory shoe cover 99 11 Accessory shoe (for optional flash unit).......... 99 12 (flash mode) button 34 (flash compensation) button 48 13 Eyelet for camera strap 7 14 Connector cover 55, 58, 62 15 Video connector 62 16 Reset switch 108 17 USB connector 55, 58 18 (self-timer) ... button 77 19 Lens release button 8 20 Lens mounting index 8 2 Introduction: Getting to familiarize yourself with camera controls and displays. Getting to Know the Camera Take a few moments to Know the Camera You may find it helpful to bookmark this section and refer to it as you read through the rest...
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...; 1 DK-16 viewfinder eyepiece cup 7 2 Viewfinder eyepiece 5, 14 3 Diopter adjustment control 14 4 (AE-L/AF-L) button 46, 77 (protect) button 54 5 Command dial 115 6 Eyelet for camera strap 7 7 Multi selector * 8 Memory card slot cover 12 9 (delete) button 20, 54 10 Memory card access lamp 12 11 Power connector cover for optional AC... Retouch photo ( 89) Make selection Help For help on the current mode or menu item, press the button. View previous photo Return to Know the Camera 3
...; 1 DK-16 viewfinder eyepiece cup 7 2 Viewfinder eyepiece 5, 14 3 Diopter adjustment control 14 4 (AE-L/AF-L) button 46, 77 (protect) button 54 5 Command dial 115 6 Eyelet for camera strap 7 7 Multi selector * 8 Memory card slot cover 12 9 (delete) button 20, 54 10 Memory card access lamp 12 11 Power connector cover for optional AC... Retouch photo ( 89) Make selection Help For help on the current mode or menu item, press the button. View previous photo Return to Know the Camera 3
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Close up: 19 - Night portrait: 19 The Power Switch The power switch is used to turn the camera on and off ): 18 -Portrait: 18 -Landscape: 18 - Child: 19 -Sports: 19 - On Off 4 Introduction: Getting to suit the selected scene, ...: 40 S-Shutter-priority auto: 41 A -Aperture-priority auto: 42 M-Manual: 43 Point-and-Shoot Modes (Digital Vari-Programs) Selecting a Digital Vari-Program automatically optimizes settings to Know the Camera The Mode Dial The D40 offers a choice of the following twelve shooting modes: Advanced Modes (Exposure Modes) Select these modes for full control...
Close up: 19 - Night portrait: 19 The Power Switch The power switch is used to turn the camera on and off ): 18 -Portrait: 18 -Landscape: 18 - Child: 19 -Sports: 19 - On Off 4 Introduction: Getting to suit the selected scene, ...: 40 S-Shutter-priority auto: 41 A -Aperture-priority auto: 42 M-Manual: 43 Point-and-Shoot Modes (Digital Vari-Programs) Selecting a Digital Vari-Program automatically optimizes settings to Know the Camera The Mode Dial The D40 offers a choice of the following twelve shooting modes: Advanced Modes (Exposure Modes) Select these modes for full control...
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... card to record a thousand or more pictures at current settings, the number of exposures remaining will be shown in thousands, rounded down to Know the Camera 5 The Viewfinder Display 1 2 3 45 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 1 Focus brackets (focus areas)....14, 16, 24, 25, 26 2 Focus indicator 16, 26 3 Focus...
... card to record a thousand or more pictures at current settings, the number of exposures remaining will be shown in thousands, rounded down to Know the Camera 5 The Viewfinder Display 1 2 3 45 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 1 Focus brackets (focus areas)....14, 16, 24, 25, 26 2 Focus indicator 16, 26 3 Focus...
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... 81 for Info display format. Fast shutter speed, large aperture (small f/-number) 6 Introduction: Getting to Know the Camera Slow shutter speed, small aperture (large f/-number) See page 22 for information on changing camera settings. 25 24 23 22 21 1 5 20 19 2 6 18 4 17 16 7 15 8 14 3...35 10 Exposure compensation value 47 11 Help indicator 3 12 Number of shutter speed and aperture. The Shooting Information Display To view camera settings, press the button. The following shooting information will be displayed in the monitor. The Shutter-Speed and Aperture Displays These ...
... 81 for Info display format. Fast shutter speed, large aperture (small f/-number) 6 Introduction: Getting to Know the Camera Slow shutter speed, small aperture (large f/-number) See page 22 for information on changing camera settings. 25 24 23 22 21 1 5 20 19 2 6 18 4 17 16 7 15 8 14 3...35 10 Exposure compensation value 47 11 Help indicator 3 12 Number of shutter speed and aperture. The Shooting Information Display To view camera settings, press the button. The following shooting information will be displayed in the monitor. The Shutter-Speed and Aperture Displays These ...
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...-ion Battery ( 103, 121) The EN-EL9 is for use of third-party rechargeable Li-ion batteries not bearing the Nikon holographic seal shown above could interfere with the D40. . Hold the camera firmly when removing the cup. Negative terminal Signal contact Positive terminal Terminal cover The use with normal operation of the...
...-ion Battery ( 103, 121) The EN-EL9 is for use of third-party rechargeable Li-ion batteries not bearing the Nikon holographic seal shown above could interfere with the D40. . Hold the camera firmly when removing the cup. Negative terminal Signal contact Positive terminal Terminal cover The use with normal operation of the...
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... Keeping the mounting index on the lens aligned with AF-S and AF-I lenses only. Remove the rear lens cap from entering the camera when exchanging lenses. 1 Turn the camera off when removing or exchanging lenses. See the lens manual for details. 8 Introduction: First Steps Detaching Lenses Be sure the... camera is supported with the mounting index on the camera body, position the lens in the camera's bayonet mount and rotate the lens in the direction shown until it clicks into place. To remove...
... Keeping the mounting index on the lens aligned with AF-S and AF-I lenses only. Remove the rear lens cap from entering the camera when exchanging lenses. 1 Turn the camera off when removing or exchanging lenses. See the lens manual for details. 8 Introduction: First Steps Detaching Lenses Be sure the... camera is supported with the mounting index on the camera body, position the lens in the camera's bayonet mount and rotate the lens in the direction shown until it clicks into place. To remove...
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Close the battery chamber cover. To avoid shorting the battery, replace the terminal cover when the battery is in use. 10 Introduction: First Steps 2 Insert the battery. 2.1 After confirming that the power switch is not in the off before removing the battery. Removing the Battery Turn the camera off position, open the battery chamber cover. 2.2 Insert a fully charged battery as shown at right.
Close the battery chamber cover. To avoid shorting the battery, replace the terminal cover when the battery is in use. 10 Introduction: First Steps 2 Insert the battery. 2.1 After confirming that the power switch is not in the off before removing the battery. Removing the Battery Turn the camera off position, open the battery chamber cover. 2.2 Insert a fully charged battery as shown at right.
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...time on normal menu operation. Press multi selector left or right to select item, up or down to choose a language and set . 1 2 Turn camera on. 3 Select language. 4 Display map of world time zones.* Select local time zone. * UTC field shows time difference between selected time zone ...), in hours. 5 6 Display daylight saving time options. 7 Highlight On if daylight saving time is turned on. Using Camera Menus The language menu is only displayed automatically the first time the camera is in effect. 8 Display date menu. 9 Exit to shooting mode. Basic Setup The first time the...
...time on normal menu operation. Press multi selector left or right to select item, up or down to choose a language and set . 1 2 Turn camera on. 3 Select language. 4 Display map of world time zones.* Select local time zone. * UTC field shows time difference between selected time zone ...), in hours. 5 6 Display daylight saving time options. 7 Highlight On if daylight saving time is turned on. Using Camera Menus The language menu is only displayed automatically the first time the camera is in effect. 8 Display date menu. 9 Exit to shooting mode. Basic Setup The first time the...
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Inserting Memory Cards The camera stores pictures on Secure Digital (SD) memory cards (available separately). 1 Insert a memory card. 1.1 Before inserting or removing memory cards, turn the camera off . 2. Close the memory card slot cover. The card can then be removed by hand (d). 12 Introduction: First Steps Front Removing ... and open the memory card slot cover. 3. Press the card in as shown at right until it clicks into place. Turn the camera off and open the card slot cover. 1.2 Slide the memory card in to eject (c). The memory card access lamp will light for about...
Inserting Memory Cards The camera stores pictures on Secure Digital (SD) memory cards (available separately). 1 Insert a memory card. 1.1 Before inserting or removing memory cards, turn the camera off . 2. Close the memory card slot cover. The card can then be removed by hand (d). 12 Introduction: First Steps Front Removing ... and open the memory card slot cover. 3. Press the card in as shown at right until it clicks into place. Turn the camera off and open the card slot cover. 1.2 Slide the memory card in to eject (c). The memory card access lamp will light for about...
