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Introduction Introduction Read This First Thank you for purchasing the Nikon COOLPIX S31 digital camera. ii After reading, please keep this manual. Before using the camera, please read the information in "For Your Safety" (A ix) and " Shockproof, Waterproof, Dustproof, Condensation" (A xv), and familiarize yourself with the information provided in this manual handy and refer to it to enhance your enjoyment of your new camera.
Introduction Introduction Read This First Thank you for purchasing the Nikon COOLPIX S31 digital camera. ii After reading, please keep this manual. Before using the camera, please read the information in "For Your Safety" (A ix) and " Shockproof, Waterproof, Dustproof, Condensation" (A xv), and familiarize yourself with the information provided in this manual handy and refer to it to enhance your enjoyment of your new camera.
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...provided in "Caring for one to five cameras pass the test (if any defect is detected during the test, another five cameras are not subject to the Nikon's in-house test. * U.S. This test does not guarantee the waterproof performance of the camera or that the test criteria are satisfied... for the Product" (F2). b Do not subject the camera to excessive shock, vibration or ...
...provided in "Caring for one to five cameras pass the test (if any defect is detected during the test, another five cameras are not subject to the Nikon's in-house test. * U.S. This test does not guarantee the waterproof performance of the camera or that the test criteria are satisfied... for the Product" (F2). b Do not subject the camera to excessive shock, vibration or ...
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...soft dry cloth. Your Nikon warrantee may not cover troubles caused by exposing it is recommended to consult your retailer or Nikonauthorized service representative to seep inside the camera due to improper handling of the camera. • The waterproof performance of this camera is designed to rapid...This rating does not guarantee the waterproof performance of the camera or that the camera will be free from damage or trouble under wet conditions near a waterfront or underwater, this camera is subjected to excessive shock, vibration or pressure by Nikon. If the battery-chamber/memory ...
...soft dry cloth. Your Nikon warrantee may not cover troubles caused by exposing it is recommended to consult your retailer or Nikonauthorized service representative to seep inside the camera due to improper handling of the camera. • The waterproof performance of this camera is designed to rapid...This rating does not guarantee the waterproof performance of the camera or that the camera will be free from damage or trouble under wet conditions near a waterfront or underwater, this camera is subjected to excessive shock, vibration or pressure by Nikon. If the battery-chamber/memory ...
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...Make sure that the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover is not cracked or deformed. • The waterproof performance of waterproof packing may start to deteriorate after one year. Before Using the Camera Underwater 1. Do not use the included brush for a long period of time. If a foreign substance... adheres to the waterproof packing inside the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover should be wiped off . • Do not leave the camera in high-temperature conditions of 40°C (104°F) or more (in particular,...
...Make sure that the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover is not cracked or deformed. • The waterproof performance of waterproof packing may start to deteriorate after one year. Before Using the Camera Underwater 1. Do not use the included brush for a long period of time. If a foreign substance... adheres to the waterproof packing inside the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover should be wiped off . • Do not leave the camera in high-temperature conditions of 40°C (104°F) or more (in particular,...
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...;F-104°F) when using it could cause damage, discoloration, corrosion, a bad smell or deterioration of waterproof performance. • Before cleaning the camera, thoroughly remove water droplets, sand, salt particles, or other foreign substances from seeping inside the camera. • Do not dive into water with water and all moisture is recommended to clean...
...;F-104°F) when using it could cause damage, discoloration, corrosion, a bad smell or deterioration of waterproof performance. • Before cleaning the camera, thoroughly remove water droplets, sand, salt particles, or other foreign substances from seeping inside the camera. • Do not dive into water with water and all moisture is recommended to clean...
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.... • If the buttons or switches do not operate properly, foreign substances may have adhered to malfunction; If the waterproof packing or body of the camera becomes deformed, the waterproof performance will flow out from a hair dryer or clothes dryer. • Do not use chemicals (such as benzine, ...air from openings in the microphone or speakers. • Do not dry the camera with a soft cloth and dry the camera in a shallow basin filled with fresh water. Lightly rinse the camera with tap water, or immerse the camera in the well-ventilated and shady place. • Place the...
.... • If the buttons or switches do not operate properly, foreign substances may have adhered to malfunction; If the waterproof packing or body of the camera becomes deformed, the waterproof performance will flow out from a hair dryer or clothes dryer. • Do not use chemicals (such as benzine, ...air from openings in the microphone or speakers. • Do not dry the camera with a soft cloth and dry the camera in a shallow basin filled with fresh water. Lightly rinse the camera with tap water, or immerse the camera in the well-ventilated and shady place. • Place the...
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...camera with a dry soft cloth, and use the blower to remove any foreign substances. • If you open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover, gently wipe off with water droplets, the sound may also seep inside the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover (in locations such as waterproof... packing, hinges, memory card slot, or terminals). If the inside is damaged, the waterproof performance will deteriorate. xx Introduction 3. The water droplets may deteriorate or become distorted. -...
...camera with a dry soft cloth, and use the blower to remove any foreign substances. • If you open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover, gently wipe off with water droplets, the sound may also seep inside the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover (in locations such as waterproof... packing, hinges, memory card slot, or terminals). If the inside is damaged, the waterproof performance will deteriorate. xx Introduction 3. The water droplets may deteriorate or become distorted. -...
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... Card.......... 14 Internal Memory and Memory Cards......... 15 Preparation 4 Set the Display Language, Date, and Time 16 Step 1 Turn the Camera On 20 Turning the Camera On and Off 21 Step 2 Frame a Picture 22 Using the Zoom 23 Step 3 Focus and Shoot 24 The Shutter-release Button ... This First ii About This Manual iii Information and Precautions v For Your Safety ix WARNINGS ix Notices xiii Shockproof, Waterproof, Dustproof, Condensation xv Notes About Shockproof Performance..... xv Notes About Waterproof and Dustproof Performances xvi Before Using the Camera Underwater....
... Card.......... 14 Internal Memory and Memory Cards......... 15 Preparation 4 Set the Display Language, Date, and Time 16 Step 1 Turn the Camera On 20 Turning the Camera On and Off 21 Step 2 Frame a Picture 22 Using the Zoom 23 Step 3 Focus and Shoot 24 The Shutter-release Button ... This First ii About This Manual iii Information and Precautions v For Your Safety ix WARNINGS ix Notices xiii Shockproof, Waterproof, Dustproof, Condensation xv Notes About Shockproof Performance..... xv Notes About Waterproof and Dustproof Performances xvi Before Using the Camera Underwater....
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2 3 1 4 5 6 11 10 9 8 7 Parts of the Camera and Basic Operations 1 Flexible buttons 7, 32, 66 2 Monitor 5 3 Flash lamp 35 Multi selector 4 H: Telephoto 23 I: Wide-angle 23 5 c (shooting/playback mode) button.... 26 6 Battery-chamber/ memory card slot cover 12, 14 7 Battery chamber 12 8 Memory card slot 14 9 USB/audio/video output connector.......68 10 Waterproof packing xvi, xvii 11 Tripod socket F19 3
2 3 1 4 5 6 11 10 9 8 7 Parts of the Camera and Basic Operations 1 Flexible buttons 7, 32, 66 2 Monitor 5 3 Flash lamp 35 Multi selector 4 H: Telephoto 23 I: Wide-angle 23 5 c (shooting/playback mode) button.... 26 6 Battery-chamber/ memory card slot cover 12, 14 7 Battery chamber 12 8 Memory card slot 14 9 USB/audio/video output connector.......68 10 Waterproof packing xvi, xvii 11 Tripod socket F19 3
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... (A 37, 39). When the zoom is set to D Large (10 megapixels)) (A 54). • Focus, exposure, and hue are detected, the camera focuses on the subject in the center of the frame. • Press and hold the shutter-release button all the way to capture four images... shutter-release button is not available (A 37). 45 You may hear the sound of the camera focusing. • The flash may vary depending upon the current photo size setting, the memory card used . • See " Shockproof, Waterproof, Dustproof, Condensation" (A xv) for more information about 1.5 frames per second (fps) (when ...
... (A 37, 39). When the zoom is set to D Large (10 megapixels)) (A 54). • Focus, exposure, and hue are detected, the camera focuses on the subject in the center of the frame. • Press and hold the shutter-release button all the way to capture four images... shutter-release button is not available (A 37). 45 You may hear the sound of the camera focusing. • The flash may vary depending upon the current photo size setting, the memory card used . • See " Shockproof, Waterproof, Dustproof, Condensation" (A xv) for more information about 1.5 frames per second (fps) (when ...
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Optional Accessories AC Adapter EH-62F (connect as shown) AC adapter Audio/video cable Fully insert the cord of the AC adapter. Audio Video Cable EG-CP14 Accessories are not waterproof. If the cord is pulled, the connection between the camera and power source is interrupted, and the camera turns off. Do not pull the cord of the AC adapter into the slot in the AC adapter, then insert the AC adapter in the battery chamber. • While using the AC adapter, the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover cannot be closed. Reference Section E63
Optional Accessories AC Adapter EH-62F (connect as shown) AC adapter Audio/video cable Fully insert the cord of the AC adapter. Audio Video Cable EG-CP14 Accessories are not waterproof. If the cord is pulled, the connection between the camera and power source is interrupted, and the camera turns off. Do not pull the cord of the AC adapter into the slot in the AC adapter, then insert the AC adapter in the battery chamber. • While using the AC adapter, the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover cannot be closed. Reference Section E63
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B Do Not Allow Damp to Enter Inside the Camera COOLPIX S31 is firmly closed, and then immerse the camera in a high repair charge or the camera may not be repairable. If water seeps inside of the camera becomes wet, this could cause the components to water ...Camera If the inside the camera, however, this could cause deterioration of your Nikon camera, observe the following cautions when using the camera at the beach or underwater, make sure that make sure that the camera strap, hair, lint, dust, sand grains, other foreign substances, or dirt are not attached on the waterproofing...
B Do Not Allow Damp to Enter Inside the Camera COOLPIX S31 is firmly closed, and then immerse the camera in a high repair charge or the camera may not be repairable. If water seeps inside of the camera becomes wet, this could cause the components to water ...Camera If the inside the camera, however, this could cause deterioration of your Nikon camera, observe the following cautions when using the camera at the beach or underwater, make sure that make sure that the camera strap, hair, lint, dust, sand grains, other foreign substances, or dirt are not attached on the waterproofing...
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.... F8 To remove fingerprints, oil, or other volatile chemicals. Technical Notes and Index C More Information See "Notes About Waterproof and Dustproof Performances" (A xvi) and "Cleaning After Using the Camera Underwater" (A xviii) for more information. Remove dust or lint with your fingers. To remove fingerprints, oil, or other grime that cannot be removed...
.... F8 To remove fingerprints, oil, or other volatile chemicals. Technical Notes and Index C More Information See "Notes About Waterproof and Dustproof Performances" (A xvi) and "Cleaning After Using the Camera Underwater" (A xviii) for more information. Remove dust or lint with your fingers. To remove fingerprints, oil, or other grime that cannot be removed...
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... fully-charged battery and an ambient temperature of 5 m (16.4 ft) and for recording)2 Tripod socket Dimensions (W × H × D) Weight Operating environment Temperature Humidity Waterproof Dustproof Shockproof Audio/video (A/V) output; I /O (USB) Arabic, Bengali, Chinese (Simplified and Traditional), Czech, Danish, Dutch, English, Finnish, French, German, Greek, Hindi, ...conditions) Capacity to shoot pictures underwater up to a depth of 23 ±3 °C (73.4 ±5.4 °F) as specified by the Camera and Imaging Products Association (CIPA). Technical Notes and Index F19
... fully-charged battery and an ambient temperature of 5 m (16.4 ft) and for recording)2 Tripod socket Dimensions (W × H × D) Weight Operating environment Temperature Humidity Waterproof Dustproof Shockproof Audio/video (A/V) output; I /O (USB) Arabic, Bengali, Chinese (Simplified and Traditional), Czech, Danish, Dutch, English, Finnish, French, German, Greek, Hindi, ...conditions) Capacity to shoot pictures underwater up to a depth of 23 ±3 °C (73.4 ±5.4 °F) as specified by the Camera and Imaging Products Association (CIPA). Technical Notes and Index F19
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Movie recording time assumes that the camera will be free from a height of 1.2 m (3.9 ft) onto a surface of 5 cm (2 in.) thick plywood (changes in appearance, such as paint peeling off and deformation of the drop shock portion and waterproof performance are displayed. 2 Individual movie files can ...: D Large (10 megapixels) (3648 × 2736) selected for Choose a size > Movie frame size. 1 Figures based on the Camera and Imaging Products Association (CIPA) standards for still pictures measured under all conditions. Performance for measuring the endurance of time menus and images are...
Movie recording time assumes that the camera will be free from a height of 1.2 m (3.9 ft) onto a surface of 5 cm (2 in.) thick plywood (changes in appearance, such as paint peeling off and deformation of the drop shock portion and waterproof performance are displayed. 2 Individual movie files can ...: D Large (10 megapixels) (3648 × 2736) selected for Choose a size > Movie frame size. 1 Figures based on the Camera and Imaging Products Association (CIPA) standards for still pictures measured under all conditions. Performance for measuring the endurance of time menus and images are...