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Repairs should be taken to a Nikon-authorized service representative for inspection, after unplugging the product and/or removing the battery. Do not use the camera or Charging AC Adapter in the presence of flammable gas Do not use the product will read them. ii This... fall or other accident, take the equipment to prevent infants from the camera or Charging AC Adapter, unplug the Charging AC Adapter and remove the battery immediately, taking care to avoid burns. Keep these safety instructions where all those who use electronic equipment in the presence of the camera or Charging...
Repairs should be taken to a Nikon-authorized service representative for inspection, after unplugging the product and/or removing the battery. Do not use the camera or Charging AC Adapter in the presence of flammable gas Do not use the product will read them. ii This... fall or other accident, take the equipment to prevent infants from the camera or Charging AC Adapter, unplug the Charging AC Adapter and remove the battery immediately, taking care to avoid burns. Keep these safety instructions where all those who use electronic equipment in the presence of the camera or Charging...
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... sure to remove the result in electric shock. • Do not short or disassemble the battery or attempt to a Nikon- Charge the battery by inserting it into the the plug should adapters designed to convert from the damaged battery the battery comes in fire or sure it to remove or • Do not damage, modify...
... sure to remove the result in electric shock. • Do not short or disassemble the battery or attempt to a Nikon- Charge the battery by inserting it into the the plug should adapters designed to convert from the damaged battery the battery comes in fire or sure it to remove or • Do not damage, modify...
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...indicates that this product will expose you to lead, a chemical known to the State of California WARNING Handling the cord on the battery indicates that the battery is to users in charge of as household waste. • For more information, contact the retailer or the local authorities in Europe...BY AN INCORRECT TYPE. The following apply only to users in the State of California to be collected separately. DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS. Nikon Inc., 1300 Walt Whitman Road, Melville, New York 11747-3064 USA Tel: 631-547-4200 Notice for Customers in Canada ...
...indicates that this product will expose you to lead, a chemical known to the State of California WARNING Handling the cord on the battery indicates that the battery is to users in charge of as household waste. • For more information, contact the retailer or the local authorities in Europe...BY AN INCORRECT TYPE. The following apply only to users in the State of California to be collected separately. DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS. Nikon Inc., 1300 Walt Whitman Road, Melville, New York 11747-3064 USA Tel: 631-547-4200 Notice for Customers in Canada ...
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......14 Pressing the Shutter-Release Button Halfway/All the Way 15 x (Monitor) Button ...16 s (Display) Button ...17 First Steps ...18 Inserting the Battery...18 Removing the Battery...19 Charging the Battery ...20 Turning On and Off the Camera...23 Setting the Display Language, Date and Time 24 Inserting the Memory Card ...26 Removing...
......14 Pressing the Shutter-Release Button Halfway/All the Way 15 x (Monitor) Button ...16 s (Display) Button ...17 First Steps ...18 Inserting the Battery...18 Removing the Battery...19 Charging the Battery ...20 Turning On and Off the Camera...23 Setting the Display Language, Date and Time 24 Inserting the Memory Card ...26 Removing...
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... the use of third-party rechargeable Li-ion batteries not bearing the Nikon holographic seal could interfere with this product. • While every effort was made to ensure that may be held liable for contact information: http://imaging.nikon.com/ Use Only Nikon Brand Electronic Accessories Nikon COOLPIX cameras are engineered and proven to frequently asked...
... the use of third-party rechargeable Li-ion batteries not bearing the Nikon holographic seal could interfere with this product. • While every effort was made to ensure that may be held liable for contact information: http://imaging.nikon.com/ Use Only Nikon Brand Electronic Accessories Nikon COOLPIX cameras are engineered and proven to frequently asked...
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... selector 12 16 k (apply selection) button 12 17 d button......13, 45, 82, 135, 163, 186 18 l (delete) button 35, 143, 170 19 Tripod socket 20 Battery-chamber/ memory card slot cover 18, 26 21 Cover latch 18, 26 22 Memory card slot 26 23...
... selector 12 16 k (apply selection) button 12 17 d button......13, 45, 82, 135, 163, 186 18 l (delete) button 35, 143, 170 19 Tripod socket 20 Battery-chamber/ memory card slot cover 18, 26 21 Cover latch 18, 26 22 Memory card slot 26 23...
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..., 69, 108 2 Focus mode 40 3 Zoom indicator 31 4 Focus indicator 32 5 AE/AF-L indicator 64 6 Flash indicator 38 7 Flash mode 36 8 Flash exposure compensation ..........101 9 Battery level indicator 28 10 Long exposure noise reduction........102 11 Motion detection icon 195 Vibration reduction icon 12 (still pictures 193 13 Electronic VR icon...
..., 69, 108 2 Focus mode 40 3 Zoom indicator 31 4 Focus indicator 32 5 AE/AF-L indicator 64 6 Flash indicator 38 7 Flash mode 36 8 Flash exposure compensation ..........101 9 Battery level indicator 28 10 Long exposure noise reduction........102 11 Motion detection icon 195 Vibration reduction icon 12 (still pictures 193 13 Electronic VR icon...
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... 3 Protect icon 139 4 Sequence display 113, 145 5 Volume indicator 142, 168 Album icon in favorite pictures mode1 6 124 Category icon in auto sort mode1 129 7 Battery level indicator 28 8 Movie options2 164 9 Image quality2 83 10 Image size2 84 11 Easy panorama indicator 62 (a) Current frame number/total 12 number of...
... 3 Protect icon 139 4 Sequence display 113, 145 5 Volume indicator 142, 168 Album icon in favorite pictures mode1 6 124 Category icon in auto sort mode1 129 7 Battery level indicator 28 8 Movie options2 164 9 Image quality2 83 10 Image size2 84 11 Easy panorama indicator 62 (a) Current frame number/total 12 number of...
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... latch to push the orange battery latch down or backwards could damage the camera. Battery chamber B Inserting the Battery Correctly Inserting the battery upside down in the direction shown (1), and fully insert the battery (2). • When the battery is in place. First Steps First Steps Inserting the Battery Insert a Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL5 (supplied) into the...
... latch to push the orange battery latch down or backwards could damage the camera. Battery chamber B Inserting the Battery Correctly Inserting the battery upside down in the direction shown (1), and fully insert the battery (2). • When the battery is in place. First Steps First Steps Inserting the Battery Insert a Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL5 (supplied) into the...
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... to read and follow the warnings of "For Your Safety" (Aii) thoroughly before using the battery. • Be sure to read and follow the warnings for "The Battery" (A210) thoroughly before using the battery. • If the battery will not be used for an extended period, recharge it at least once every six months...
... to read and follow the warnings of "For Your Safety" (Aii) thoroughly before using the battery. • Be sure to read and follow the warnings for "The Battery" (A210) thoroughly before using the battery. • If the battery will not be used for an extended period, recharge it at least once every six months...
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The Charging AC Adapter comes with the plug adapter attached in Argentina and Korea. 2 Insert the battery into an electrical outlet. 1 Prepare the Charging AC Adapter EH-69P. Do not turn the camera on the Charging AC Adapter. If a plug adapter* is ...securely held in which the camera was purchased. Once the two are properly oriented. First Steps Charging the Battery Charge the supplied Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL5 inserted into the camera, by connecting the supplied Charging AC Adapter EH-69P to the camera via the supplied USB...
The Charging AC Adapter comes with the plug adapter attached in Argentina and Korea. 2 Insert the battery into an electrical outlet. 1 Prepare the Charging AC Adapter EH-69P. Do not turn the camera on the Charging AC Adapter. If a plug adapter* is ...securely held in which the camera was purchased. Once the two are properly oriented. First Steps Charging the Battery Charge the supplied Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL5 inserted into the camera, by connecting the supplied Charging AC Adapter EH-69P to the camera via the supplied USB...
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...properly connected, or there is plugged into an electrical outlet. The power-on lamp slowly blinks orange to indicate that the battery is not suited to charging. Disconnect the USB cable or unplug the Charging AC Adapter and correctly connect it again, or change the...and then disconnect the USB cable. 21 Charging the Battery The following chart explains power-on lamp Blinks slowly (orange) Off Flickers (orange) Description Battery charging. Battery not charging. Power-on lamp status when the camera is a problem with the battery. When charging is complete, the poweron lamp stops ...
...properly connected, or there is plugged into an electrical outlet. The power-on lamp slowly blinks orange to indicate that the battery is not suited to charging. Disconnect the USB cable or unplug the Charging AC Adapter and correctly connect it again, or change the...and then disconnect the USB cable. 21 Charging the Battery The following chart explains power-on lamp Blinks slowly (orange) Off Flickers (orange) Description Battery charging. Battery not charging. Power-on lamp status when the camera is a problem with the battery. When charging is complete, the poweron lamp stops ...
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... model of USB-AC adapter other countries, use only with compatible devices. D Charging Using Computer or Battery Charger • Connecting the COOLPIX P500 to a computer also charges the Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL5 (A178, 202). • The EN-EL5 can be turned on Charging AC Adapter •...; The Charging AC Adapter EH-69P is for charging the battery inserted into the camera. For more information...
... model of USB-AC adapter other countries, use only with compatible devices. D Charging Using Computer or Battery Charger • Connecting the COOLPIX P500 to a computer also charges the Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL5 (A178, 202). • The EN-EL5 can be turned on Charging AC Adapter •...; The Charging AC Adapter EH-69P is for charging the battery inserted into the camera. For more information...
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Charging the Battery Turning On and Off the Camera Remove the lens cap before the camera enters standby mode can be changed from the Auto off , remove the ...
Charging the Battery Turning On and Off the Camera Remove the lens cap before the camera enters standby mode can be changed from the Auto off , remove the ...
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If a memory card is inserted in the correct orientation. 3 Close the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover. Be sure to confirm that the memory card is in the camera, data is automatically stored on the memory card, ... cover. 2 Insert the memory card. • Slide the memory card, until it out straight (2). • The camera, battery or memory card may be played back, deleted, or transferred. Observe caution when removing the battery or memory card. 26 First Steps Inserting the Memory Card The recorded data is stored in lightly with...
If a memory card is inserted in the correct orientation. 3 Close the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover. Be sure to confirm that the memory card is in the camera, data is automatically stored on the memory card, ... cover. 2 Insert the memory card. • Slide the memory card, until it out straight (2). • The camera, battery or memory card may be played back, deleted, or transferred. Observe caution when removing the battery or memory card. 26 First Steps Inserting the Memory Card The recorded data is stored in lightly with...
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...Eject the memory card - Be sure to make copies of data or in damage to the memory card: - Turn off , or open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover until formatting is in direct sunlight, closed vehicles or areas exposed to high temperatures. • Do not expose to humidity...; Do not drop, bend, or expose to water or strong physical shocks. • Do not touch the metal terminals with this camera. Remove the battery - formatting (A200) permanently deletes all pictures and other data on , the memory card must be formatted before formatting the memory card. Failure to observe...
...Eject the memory card - Be sure to make copies of data or in damage to the memory card: - Turn off , or open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover until formatting is in direct sunlight, closed vehicles or areas exposed to high temperatures. • Do not expose to humidity...; Do not drop, bend, or expose to water or strong physical shocks. • Do not touch the metal terminals with this camera. Remove the battery - formatting (A200) permanently deletes all pictures and other data on , the memory card must be formatted before formatting the memory card. Failure to observe...
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... capacity of exposures remaining. The number of pictures that can be stored depends on . 2 Rotate the mode dial to A. Charge or replace the battery. B Battery level low. Basic Photography and Playback: A (Auto) Mode Basic Photography and Playback: A (Auto) Mode Step 1 Turn the Camera On and ...Select A (Auto) Mode This section describes how to take pictures. Battery level indicator 1/250 F5.6 32 Number of exposures remaining Number of Exposures Remaining The number of digital cameras. 1 Remove the lens cap and press...
... capacity of exposures remaining. The number of pictures that can be stored depends on . 2 Rotate the mode dial to A. Charge or replace the battery. B Battery level low. Basic Photography and Playback: A (Auto) Mode Basic Photography and Playback: A (Auto) Mode Step 1 Turn the Camera On and ...Select A (Auto) Mode This section describes how to take pictures. Battery level indicator 1/250 F5.6 32 Number of exposures remaining Number of Exposures Remaining The number of digital cameras. 1 Remove the lens cap and press...
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.... 1/250 F5.6 Continue holding Press the down to focus on another subject and use focus lock. When using manual focus (A42). Do not open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover. B Autofocus Autofocus may not be sure that the distance between the subject and surroundings (e.g. Press the shutterrelease button halfway. 1/250...
.... 1/250 F5.6 Continue holding Press the down to focus on another subject and use focus lock. When using manual focus (A42). Do not open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover. B Autofocus Autofocus may not be sure that the distance between the subject and surroundings (e.g. Press the shutterrelease button halfway. 1/250...
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... automatically if the internal memory or memory card becomes full, or when the number of frames that can be taken during shooting, use a fully charged battery. • To power the camera continuously for more information. 80
... automatically if the internal memory or memory card becomes full, or when the number of frames that can be taken during shooting, use a fully charged battery. • To power the camera continuously for more information. 80
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... be saved. 3 The current focus distance will be saved in j (Programmed auto), k (Shutter-priority auto), l (Aperture-priority auto), and m (Manual). More on Clock Battery If the internal clock battery (A189) is exhausted, the settings saved in M will also be saved in M. Shooting is set to M. The following settings can be immediately retrieved...
... be saved. 3 The current focus distance will be saved in j (Programmed auto), k (Shutter-priority auto), l (Aperture-priority auto), and m (Manual). More on Clock Battery If the internal clock battery (A189) is exhausted, the settings saved in M will also be saved in M. Shooting is set to M. The following settings can be immediately retrieved...
