D300 User's Manual
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...to excessive heat. • Do not immerse in or expose to observe this precaution could result in strangulation. Before removing the battery turn the camera off before replacing the battery. A Do not use in the presence of flammable gas Do not use , attach the terminal cover and store in a cool...could result in injury. A Do not place the strap around the neck of an infant or child Placing the camera strap around the neck of children Failure to water. • Replace the terminal cover when transporting the battery. xix To avoid damage to leakage when fully discharged. A Keep out ...
...to excessive heat. • Do not immerse in or expose to observe this precaution could result in strangulation. Before removing the battery turn the camera off before replacing the battery. A Do not use in the presence of flammable gas Do not use , attach the terminal cover and store in a cool...could result in injury. A Do not place the strap around the neck of an infant or child Placing the camera strap around the neck of children Failure to water. • Replace the terminal cover when transporting the battery. xix To avoid damage to leakage when fully discharged. A Keep out ...
D300 User's Manual
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...data. Notices for Customers in European countries: • All batteries, whether marked with Canadian ICES-003. Deleted files can sometimes be taken to also replace any pictures selected for preset manual. Notices for Customers in charge of empty sky). Do not dispose of as household waste. • For more... information, contact the retailer or the local authorities in Canada CAUTION This Class B digital apparatus complies with this product is designated for separate collection at an appropriate collection point.
...data. Notices for Customers in European countries: • All batteries, whether marked with Canadian ICES-003. Deleted files can sometimes be taken to also replace any pictures selected for preset manual. Notices for Customers in charge of empty sky). Do not dispose of as household waste. • For more... information, contact the retailer or the local authorities in Canada CAUTION This Class B digital apparatus complies with this product is designated for separate collection at an appropriate collection point.
D300 User's Manual
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Power switch 2 Open the battery-chamber cover. Insert the battery as shown at right. 4 Close the battery-chamber cover. ❚❚ Removing the Battery Before removing the battery, turn the camera off before inserting or removing s batteries. To prevent short-circuits, replace the terminal cover when the battery is not in use. 32 Open the battery-chamber cover on the bottom of the camera. 3 Insert the battery. Always turn the camera off . Insert the Battery 1 Turn the camera off .
Power switch 2 Open the battery-chamber cover. Insert the battery as shown at right. 4 Close the battery-chamber cover. ❚❚ Removing the Battery Before removing the battery, turn the camera off before inserting or removing s batteries. To prevent short-circuits, replace the terminal cover when the battery is not in use. 32 Open the battery-chamber cover on the bottom of the camera. 3 Insert the battery. Always turn the camera off . Insert the Battery 1 Turn the camera off .
D300 User's Manual
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... to show a temporary decrease. A EN-EL3e Rechargeable Li-ion Batteries The supplied EN-EL3e shares information with compatible devices, enabling the camera to cool before recharging. Battery capacity may temporarily drop if the battery is charged at ambient temperatures below 5°C (41°F), the... battery life indicator in use . D Incompatible Batteries The D300 can not be hot immediately after use . To prevent short-circuits, replace the terminal cover when the battery is charged at which it was last charged (pg. 321). 33...
... to show a temporary decrease. A EN-EL3e Rechargeable Li-ion Batteries The supplied EN-EL3e shares information with compatible devices, enabling the camera to cool before recharging. Battery capacity may temporarily drop if the battery is charged at ambient temperatures below 5°C (41°F), the... battery life indicator in use . D Incompatible Batteries The D300 can not be hot immediately after use . To prevent short-circuits, replace the terminal cover when the battery is charged at which it was last charged (pg. 321). 33...
D300 User's Manual
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.... A Lens An AF-S DX VR 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6G ED lens is off when removing or exchanging lenses. q w q s ❚❚ Detaching the Lens Be sure the camera is used in this manual for details. 3 Remove the lens cap. After removing the lens, replace the lens caps and...
.... A Lens An AF-S DX VR 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6G ED lens is off when removing or exchanging lenses. q w q s ❚❚ Detaching the Lens Be sure the camera is used in this manual for details. 3 Remove the lens cap. After removing the lens, replace the lens caps and...
D300 User's Manual
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... shutter speed (aperture-priority auto, manual exposure mode). Shooting will pause after the memory card has been replaced or shots have been deleted to change how the camera performs exposure and flash bracketing in manual exposure mode. ❚❚ Canceling Bracketing To cancel bracketing, press... taken, bracketing will automatically vary ISO sensitivity for [ISO sensitivity settings] > [ISO sensitivity auto control] in shooting menu, the camera will resume from the next shot in the bracketing program have been taken, shooting can also be restored the next time bracketing is...
... shutter speed (aperture-priority auto, manual exposure mode). Shooting will pause after the memory card has been replaced or shots have been deleted to change how the camera performs exposure and flash bracketing in manual exposure mode. ❚❚ Canceling Bracketing To cancel bracketing, press... taken, bracketing will automatically vary ISO sensitivity for [ISO sensitivity settings] > [ISO sensitivity auto control] in shooting menu, the camera will resume from the next shot in the bracketing program have been taken, shooting can also be restored the next time bracketing is...
D300 User's Manual
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... by pressing the WB button and rotating the sub-command dial. Note that the color temperature with the WB button and the sub-command dial replaces the value selected in the control panel: WB button Sub-command dial Control panel r D Choose Color Temperature Note that the desired results will not be...
... by pressing the WB button and rotating the sub-command dial. Note that the color temperature with the WB button and the sub-command dial replaces the value selected in the control panel: WB button Sub-command dial Control panel r D Choose Color Temperature Note that the desired results will not be...
D300 User's Manual
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... button halfway to return to a color temperature of 5,200 K, the same as [Direct sunlight]). The new white balance value will be stored in preset d-0, automatically replacing the previous value for white balance, up to measure white balance. If the new value for Custom Setting c2 ([Auto meter-off delay], pg. 279... use the new value for white balance, select preset d-0 (if no confirmation dialog will be displayed). If lighting is too dark or too bright, the camera may be displayed in the preset white balance list. The default setting is six seconds.
... button halfway to return to a color temperature of 5,200 K, the same as [Direct sunlight]). The new white balance value will be stored in preset d-0, automatically replacing the previous value for white balance, up to measure white balance. If the new value for Custom Setting c2 ([Auto meter-off delay], pg. 279... use the new value for white balance, select preset d-0 (if no confirmation dialog will be displayed). If lighting is too dark or too bright, the camera may be displayed in the preset white balance list. The default setting is six seconds.
D300 User's Manual
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...playback or menu operations, shooting will end and a multiple exposure will record exposures at the selected interval until the number of recording and camera orientation) is in the multiple exposure. Live view (pg. 79) can not be created from the exposures that have been taken (the...monitor has turned off ref photo] options in the interval timer shooting menu is taken). D Multiple Exposure Do not remove or replace the memory card while recording a multiple exposure. A Interval Timer Photography If interval timer photography is activated before the first exposure is ignored).
...playback or menu operations, shooting will end and a multiple exposure will record exposures at the selected interval until the number of recording and camera orientation) is in the multiple exposure. Live view (pg. 79) can not be created from the exposures that have been taken (the...monitor has turned off ref photo] options in the interval timer shooting menu is taken). D Multiple Exposure Do not remove or replace the memory card while recording a multiple exposure. A Interval Timer Photography If interval timer photography is activated before the first exposure is ignored).
D300 User's Manual
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... canceled. 193 Note that if interval timer photography was paused during shooting, any shots t remaining in the interval timer menu and pressing J • Turning the camera off ) • Selecting live view (a), self-timer (E), or mirror-up (MUP) release modes To resume shooting: 1 Choose a new starting trigger. ❚❚ Pausing Interval Timer...
... canceled. 193 Note that if interval timer photography was paused during shooting, any shots t remaining in the interval timer menu and pressing J • Turning the camera off ) • Selecting live view (a), self-timer (E), or mirror-up (MUP) release modes To resume shooting: 1 Choose a new starting trigger. ❚❚ Pausing Interval Timer...
D300 User's Manual
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... case of the file name. File Naming Photographs are recorded (pg. 60). JPEG Compression Choose whether to compress JPEG images to a fixed size or to replace the "DSC" portion of images that the portion of "Renaming Shooting Menu Banks" (pg. 256). U 260 Note that use the Adobe RGB color space, "_DSC...
... case of the file name. File Naming Photographs are recorded (pg. 60). JPEG Compression Choose whether to compress JPEG images to a fixed size or to replace the "DSC" portion of images that the portion of "Renaming Shooting Menu Banks" (pg. 256). U 260 Note that use the Adobe RGB color space, "_DSC...
D300 User's Manual
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... 20 °C (68 °F) or higher. Note Pic. meter that battery level can be replaced. Calibration • [j]: Due to ensure that the camera may show a temporary drop in the camera. recalibrate battery before charging. • [-]: Calibration not required. A five-level display showing battery age... release the shutter without recording a photograph, for example when measuring preset white balance. This item is displayed only when the camera is powered by an optional MB-D10 battery pack equipped with the current battery since the battery was last charged. Note that...
... 20 °C (68 °F) or higher. Note Pic. meter that battery level can be replaced. Calibration • [j]: Due to ensure that the camera may show a temporary drop in the camera. recalibrate battery before charging. • [-]: Calibration not required. A five-level display showing battery age... release the shutter without recording a photograph, for example when measuring preset white balance. This item is displayed only when the camera is powered by an optional MB-D10 battery pack equipped with the current battery since the battery was last charged. Note that...
D300 User's Manual
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... not be used for an extended period, replace the monitor cover, remove the battery, and store the battery in a cool, dry area with the terminal cover in a dry, well-ventilated area. If using the camera at the beach or seaside, Camera wipe off sand or salt with a soft, ... or other volatile chemicals. 372 To remove viewfinder fingerprints and other stains, wipe the surface lightly with a blower. To prevent mold or mildew, store the camera in place. These glass elements are exposed to temperatures above 50 °C (122 °F) or below -10 °C (14 °F) Cleaning Use...
... not be used for an extended period, replace the monitor cover, remove the battery, and store the battery in a cool, dry area with the terminal cover in a dry, well-ventilated area. If using the camera at the beach or seaside, Camera wipe off sand or salt with a soft, ... or other volatile chemicals. 372 To remove viewfinder fingerprints and other stains, wipe the surface lightly with a blower. To prevent mold or mildew, store the camera in place. These glass elements are exposed to temperatures above 50 °C (122 °F) or below -10 °C (14 °F) Cleaning Use...
D300 User's Manual
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Holding the camera so that can only be removed by Nikonauthorized service personnel. Remove any dust and lint from the filter with a blower can not be raised and ... the shutter curtain will return to Step 7. 6 Clean the filter. Do not use a blowerbrush, as the bristles could damage the filter. The mirror will close. Replace the lens or body cap. The mirror will blink. 5 Examine the low-pass filter. If no circumstances should you touch or wipe the filter. 7 Turn...
Holding the camera so that can only be removed by Nikonauthorized service personnel. Remove any dust and lint from the filter with a blower can not be raised and ... the shutter curtain will return to Step 7. 6 Clean the filter. Do not use a blowerbrush, as the bristles could damage the filter. The mirror will close. Replace the lens or body cap. The mirror will blink. 5 Examine the low-pass filter. If no circumstances should you touch or wipe the filter. 7 Turn...
D300 User's Manual
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...prevent damage to replace the body cap provided with the low-pass filter during production and shipping. End cleaning or inspection immediately. D Foreign Matter on the filter can be sure to the curtain, observe the following precautions: • Do not turn the camera off while the ... Power Source The shutter curtain is a precision device and requires regular servicing. The D300, however, is used with the camera, such as described above, or have the filter cleaned by the original retailer or Nikon service representative once every one to two years, and that fees apply to five ...
...prevent damage to replace the body cap provided with the low-pass filter during production and shipping. End cleaning or inspection immediately. D Foreign Matter on the filter can be sure to the curtain, observe the following precautions: • Do not turn the camera off while the ... Power Source The shutter curtain is a precision device and requires regular servicing. The D300, however, is used with the camera, such as described above, or have the filter cleaned by the original retailer or Nikon service representative once every one to two years, and that fees apply to five ...
D300 User's Manual
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...return to powerful air currents from the lens, apply a small amount of lens cleaner to absorb moisture and should be replaced at regular intervals. Do not, however, store the camera case in a plastic bag, as this may cause the LCD displays to prevent discharge of storage at the beach or... seaside, wipe off any sand or salt using a cloth lightly dampened in pure water and then dry the camera thoroughly. Replace the terminal cover before putting ...
...return to powerful air currents from the lens, apply a small amount of lens cleaner to absorb moisture and should be replaced at regular intervals. Do not, however, store the camera case in a plastic bag, as this may cause the LCD displays to prevent discharge of storage at the beach or... seaside, wipe off any sand or salt using a cloth lightly dampened in pure water and then dry the camera thoroughly. Replace the terminal cover before putting ...
D300 User's Manual
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... this could result in loss of power, avoid carrying the product from broken glass and to all TFT LCD monitors and does not indicate a malfunction. Replace the monitor cover when transporting the camera or leaving it unattended.
... this could result in loss of power, avoid carrying the product from broken glass and to all TFT LCD monitors and does not indicate a malfunction. Replace the monitor cover when transporting the camera or leaving it unattended.
D300 User's Manual
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...for use . Once warmed, a cold battery may leak or explode if improperly handled. Be sure the battery is fully charged can prevent the camera from the camera, be removed with local regulations. Continuing to charge the battery after it fully charged. Observe due caution when handling the battery. Used batteries ...use in cold weather. On cold days, the capacity of its charge. After removing the battery from functioning and should be sure to replace the terminal cover. Depending on important occasions, ready a spare EN-EL3e battery and keep it is fully charged before...
...for use . Once warmed, a cold battery may leak or explode if improperly handled. Be sure the battery is fully charged can prevent the camera from the camera, be removed with local regulations. Continuing to charge the battery after it fully charged. Observe due caution when handling the battery. Used batteries ...use in cold weather. On cold days, the capacity of its charge. After removing the battery from functioning and should be sure to replace the terminal cover. Depending on important occasions, ready a spare EN-EL3e battery and keep it is fully charged before...
D300 User's Manual
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...again. temperature. Fine lines are of these displays varies with - In the event of continued malfunction, contact your retailer or Nikon representative. Adjust viewfinder focus or use optional diopter adjustment lenses. 43 Viewfinder is highlighted. Note that disconnecting the power source as... turns red when focus point is dark. Insert a fully-charged battery. 44 Displays turn off , remove and replace the battery, and turn the camera on Electronically- In most column for this phenomenon is out of viewfinder and do not indicate a malfunction. - unresponsive...
...again. temperature. Fine lines are of these displays varies with - In the event of continued malfunction, contact your retailer or Nikon representative. Adjust viewfinder focus or use optional diopter adjustment lenses. 43 Viewfinder is highlighted. Note that disconnecting the power source as... turns red when focus point is dark. Insert a fully-charged battery. 44 Displays turn off , remove and replace the battery, and turn the camera on Electronically- In most column for this phenomenon is out of viewfinder and do not indicate a malfunction. - unresponsive...
D300 User's Manual
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... to minimum aperture (largest 35 aperture. xxiii, 30, 32 B (blinks) - H d Low battery. inserted either in the camera or in the viewfinder, control panel, and monitor. Error Messages This section lists the indicators and error messages that appear in the... can not be used. • Recharge or replace battery. • Contact Nikonauthorized service representative. • An extremely • Replace the battery, H d exhausted or recharge the (blinks) (blinks) rechargeable Li-ion battery if the battery or a third- Camera clock is not set to minimum not set ....
... to minimum aperture (largest 35 aperture. xxiii, 30, 32 B (blinks) - H d Low battery. inserted either in the camera or in the viewfinder, control panel, and monitor. Error Messages This section lists the indicators and error messages that appear in the... can not be used. • Recharge or replace battery. • Contact Nikonauthorized service representative. • An extremely • Replace the battery, H d exhausted or recharge the (blinks) (blinks) rechargeable Li-ion battery if the battery or a third- Camera clock is not set to minimum not set ....