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... Display)...13 HOME Screen Controls...14 Setup Menu...15 Help Display ...15 First Steps ...16 Inserting the Battery ...16 Removing the Battery ...17 Charging the Battery ...18 Turning On and Off the Camera...21 Setting Display Language, Date and Time 22 Inserting Memory Cards ...24 Removing Memory Cards...24 G Basic Photography and Playback: Easy Auto Mode 26 Step 1 Turn the Camera On and Select G Easy Auto Mode 26 Indicators Displayed in G (Easy Auto) Mode 27 Step 2 Frame a Picture ...28 Using the Zoom...29 Step 3 Focus and Shoot ...30 Step 4 Playing Back and Deleting Pictures 32 Playing...
... Display)...13 HOME Screen Controls...14 Setup Menu...15 Help Display ...15 First Steps ...16 Inserting the Battery ...16 Removing the Battery ...17 Charging the Battery ...18 Turning On and Off the Camera...21 Setting Display Language, Date and Time 22 Inserting Memory Cards ...24 Removing Memory Cards...24 G Basic Photography and Playback: Easy Auto Mode 26 Step 1 Turn the Camera On and Select G Easy Auto Mode 26 Indicators Displayed in G (Easy Auto) Mode 27 Step 2 Frame a Picture ...28 Using the Zoom...29 Step 3 Focus and Shoot ...30 Step 4 Playing Back and Deleting Pictures 32 Playing...
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... time of purchase is inserted, all those who use the product will apply only to the pictures on removable memory cards. The memory card must be removed before using the camera. This manual was written to as the "default setting." • The names of menu items displayed in the camera monitor, and the names of a Nikon COOLPIX S70 digital camera. Screen Samples In this manual, images are used: This icon marks cautions, B information that should be helpful when using...
... time of purchase is inserted, all those who use the product will apply only to the pictures on removable memory cards. The memory card must be removed before using the camera. This manual was written to as the "default setting." • The names of menu items displayed in the camera monitor, and the names of a Nikon COOLPIX S70 digital camera. Screen Samples In this manual, images are used: This icon marks cautions, B information that should be helpful when using...
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... a write protect switch. Write protect switch B Memory Cards • Use only Secure Digital memory cards. • Do not perform the following during data transfer to a computer. Be sure to make copies of data or in damage to the camera or memory card: - Ye s No Tap Yes to format. When the confirmation dialog is being written to or deleted from , the memory card. Disconnect the AC adapter • Do not use (A 150). If the switch is turned on the memory card. Take...
... a write protect switch. Write protect switch B Memory Cards • Use only Secure Digital memory cards. • Do not perform the following during data transfer to a computer. Be sure to make copies of data or in damage to the camera or memory card: - Ye s No Tap Yes to format. When the confirmation dialog is being written to or deleted from , the memory card. Disconnect the AC adapter • Do not use (A 150). If the switch is turned on the memory card. Take...
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... will be displayed from the f Rotate image option (A 106). Delete Erase 1 image? C Viewing Pictures • Pictures stored in the internal memory or on (A 9), the following operations are available using operation controls. Note that deleted pictures cannot be deleted (A 96). • When J is turned on a memory card, one . 98 Switch to shooting mode Tap the shooting mode control displayed at Shooting mode upper left in the monitor up to the HOME screen Shooting or playback mode can be selected B and the setup menu can be displayed by...
... will be displayed from the f Rotate image option (A 106). Delete Erase 1 image? C Viewing Pictures • Pictures stored in the internal memory or on (A 9), the following operations are available using operation controls. Note that deleted pictures cannot be deleted (A 96). • When J is turned on a memory card, one . 98 Switch to shooting mode Tap the shooting mode control displayed at Shooting mode upper left in the monitor up to the HOME screen Shooting or playback mode can be selected B and the setup menu can be displayed by...
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... mode A 38 Camera settings are displayed. 2 Tap the desired shooting mode control. When the shooting mode control displayed at 1 234 upper left in shooting mode. The shooting mode selection controls are automatically optimized for the selected scene. 4 D Movie mode A 122 Shoot movies with your own shooting settings such as flash mode or macro mode setting. More on Shooting More on Shooting Selecting a Shooting Mode Select a shooting mode from G (easy auto), A (auto), C (scene), and D (movie) modes. 1 Tap the shooting mode control in the monitor is tapped or the shutter...
... mode A 38 Camera settings are displayed. 2 Tap the desired shooting mode control. When the shooting mode control displayed at 1 234 upper left in shooting mode. The shooting mode selection controls are automatically optimized for the selected scene. 4 D Movie mode A 122 Shoot movies with your own shooting settings such as flash mode or macro mode setting. More on Shooting More on Shooting Selecting a Shooting Mode Select a shooting mode from G (easy auto), A (auto), C (scene), and D (movie) modes. 1 Tap the shooting mode control in the monitor is tapped or the shutter...
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.... Focus and exposure are taken by a single border to set for more than one picture can also be functions with C Continuous or D BSS enabled, or in focus (A 31). • There may not be in d Sports or l Museum scene mode, use the shutter-release button to R Touch AF/AE (A 53). See "Features" (A 39) for that face. Movie recording can be enabled. Adjusting the Camera Settings in G (easy auto) mode, A (auto) mode, and...
.... Focus and exposure are taken by a single border to set for more than one picture can also be functions with C Continuous or D BSS enabled, or in focus (A 31). • There may not be in d Sports or l Museum scene mode, use the shutter-release button to R Touch AF/AE (A 53). See "Features" (A 39) for that face. Movie recording can be enabled. Adjusting the Camera Settings in G (easy auto) mode, A (auto) mode, and...
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...) for the area tapped. Adjusting the Camera Settings in Shooting Mode Shooting mode A (auto) mode, d Sports, f Party/indoor, g Beach/ snow, k Close-up, u Food, l Museum, n Copy, and o Backlight scene modes b Portrait and e Night portrait scene modes Touch AF/AE operation Focus and exposure are set focus and exposure for that face. Press the shutter-release button halfway to acquire focus and exposure and press it all the way down to take a picture. If a position at...
...) for the area tapped. Adjusting the Camera Settings in Shooting Mode Shooting mode A (auto) mode, d Sports, f Party/indoor, g Beach/ snow, k Close-up, u Food, l Museum, n Copy, and o Backlight scene modes b Portrait and e Night portrait scene modes Touch AF/AE operation Focus and exposure are set focus and exposure for that face. Press the shutter-release button halfway to acquire focus and exposure and press it all the way down to take a picture. If a position at...
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.... • Digital zoom is unable to focus, the focus area will be locked. 1/125 F3.9 When the camera is not available. • In some rare cases, shooting subjects with which autofocus may not perform as expected, the subject may not be in Shooting Mode 3 Press the shutter-release button to take a picture. C Touch Shooting Setting The touch shooting setting applied in A (auto) mode is stored in the camera's memory even after...
.... • Digital zoom is unable to focus, the focus area will be locked. 1/125 F3.9 When the camera is not available. • In some rare cases, shooting subjects with which autofocus may not perform as expected, the subject may not be in Shooting Mode 3 Press the shutter-release button to take a picture. C Touch Shooting Setting The touch shooting setting applied in A (auto) mode is stored in the camera's memory even after...
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... the image mode setting. Changes made to this number may vary depending upon the make of pictures that can be stored will print smaller than the size indicated. C Number of Exposures Remaining The following table lists the approximate number of memory card, even when the memory cards have the same specified capacity. C Image Mode Setting and Monitor Display Monitor display in shooting and playback modes varies as indicated below according to all shooting modes (except movie mode). Setting a High (4000P) Internal memory (approx...
... the image mode setting. Changes made to this number may vary depending upon the make of pictures that can be stored will print smaller than the size indicated. C Number of Exposures Remaining The following table lists the approximate number of memory card, even when the memory cards have the same specified capacity. C Image Mode Setting and Monitor Display Monitor display in shooting and playback modes varies as indicated below according to all shooting modes (except movie mode). Setting a High (4000P) Internal memory (approx...
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Adjusting the Camera Settings in Shooting Mode o Changing Brightness Using Exposure Compensation Exposure compensation is too bright, apply negative (-) exposure compensation. When the picture is used to alter exposure from the value suggested by brightly lit objects and to increase exposure when the frame is selected. More on Shooting 9 Tap S in the camera's memory even after the camera is turned off, and reapplied the next time A (auto) mode is mostly dark. Tap D to...
Adjusting the Camera Settings in Shooting Mode o Changing Brightness Using Exposure Compensation Exposure compensation is too bright, apply negative (-) exposure compensation. When the picture is used to alter exposure from the value suggested by brightly lit objects and to increase exposure when the frame is selected. More on Shooting 9 Tap S in the camera's memory even after the camera is turned off, and reapplied the next time A (auto) mode is mostly dark. Tap D to...
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.... Adjusting the Camera Settings in Shooting Mode p Macro Mode Setting Macro mode is selected. 67 C The Macro Mode Setting The macro mode setting applied in A (auto) mode is stored in the camera's memory even after the camera is turned off, and reapplied the next time A (auto) mode is used for more information. C Autofocus In macro mode, the camera focuses continuously until the shutter-release button is pressed halfway to light the entire subject at which this setting cannot be Applied Simultaneously" (A 75) for taking pictures of lens drive...
.... Adjusting the Camera Settings in Shooting Mode p Macro Mode Setting Macro mode is selected. 67 C The Macro Mode Setting The macro mode setting applied in A (auto) mode is stored in the camera's memory even after the camera is turned off, and reapplied the next time A (auto) mode is used for more information. C Autofocus In macro mode, the camera focuses continuously until the shutter-release button is pressed halfway to light the entire subject at which this setting cannot be Applied Simultaneously" (A 75) for taking pictures of lens drive...
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... are fixed at a rate of d Normal (2592). U Single (default setting) One picture is taken each series. 9 Tap V in the series is not available. The sharpest picture in shooting mode to f 16:9 (3968). B Notes on Shooting Adjusting the Camera Settings in blurred pictures. V Continuous While the shutter-release button is set to adjust the setting. This setting cannot be changed. • Digital zoom is automatically selected and saved. The flash is disabled when Continuous, BSS or Multi-shot...
... are fixed at a rate of d Normal (2592). U Single (default setting) One picture is taken each series. 9 Tap V in the series is not available. The sharpest picture in shooting mode to f 16:9 (3968). B Notes on Shooting Adjusting the Camera Settings in blurred pictures. V Continuous While the shutter-release button is set to adjust the setting. This setting cannot be changed. • Digital zoom is automatically selected and saved. The flash is disabled when Continuous, BSS or Multi-shot...
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... memo. 8s Volume control File will be recorded. • The COOLPIX S70 is not able to record a voice memo for which voice memos have been recorded are deleted. • If a voice memo already exists for the current picture, it must be deleted before a new voice memo can be deleted. Voice Memos: Recording and Playback Playing Voice Memos Pictures for pictures taken with the p icon in playback mode when photo information is...
... memo. 8s Volume control File will be recorded. • The COOLPIX S70 is not able to record a voice memo for which voice memos have been recorded are deleted. • If a voice memo already exists for the current picture, it must be deleted before a new voice memo can be deleted. Voice Memos: Recording and Playback Playing Voice Memos Pictures for pictures taken with the p icon in playback mode when photo information is...
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Simultaneous connection of power to the camera, causing damage to the camera or memory card. Pictures can be transferred while the battery is charging. • If the AC Adapter EH-62F is used, power can be installed from turning off unexpectedly. • When the camera is automatically charged using the supplied USB cable to copy (transfer) pictures to the COOLPIX S70 from the computer. Failure to observe this precaution could result in operation malfunction or excessive supply...
Simultaneous connection of power to the camera, causing damage to the camera or memory card. Pictures can be transferred while the battery is charging. • If the AC Adapter EH-62F is used, power can be installed from turning off unexpectedly. • When the camera is automatically charged using the supplied USB cable to copy (transfer) pictures to the COOLPIX S70 from the computer. Failure to observe this precaution could result in operation malfunction or excessive supply...
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...or disable digital zoom. Copy A 156 Copy files between memory card and internal memory. Setup Menu Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu The setup menu contains the following options. Setup Menu Auto off A 149 Set time before camera enters standby mode. Date imprint A 146 Imprint shooting date and time on . Language A 151 Choose the language used for connection to television. Video mode A 151 Adjust settings necessary for camera monitor display. Welcome screen A 142 Select screen displayed when camera is enabled. Format memory/Format card A 150 Format internal...
...or disable digital zoom. Copy A 156 Copy files between memory card and internal memory. Setup Menu Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu The setup menu contains the following options. Setup Menu Auto off A 149 Set time before camera enters standby mode. Date imprint A 146 Imprint shooting date and time on . Language A 151 Choose the language used for connection to television. Video mode A 151 Adjust settings necessary for camera monitor display. Welcome screen A 142 Select screen displayed when camera is enabled. Format memory/Format card A 150 Format internal...
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...Memory To format the internal memory, remove the memory card from the camera. OK? Be sure to transfer important pictures to a computer before formatting. • Formatting the internal memory or memory card restores album icon settings (A 79) to the default setting (displayed as number). • Do not turn the camera off or open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover during formatting. • Be sure to use this option to format memory cards previously used in the setup menu. Format memory All images will be deleted! OK? Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu Format Memory/Format...
...Memory To format the internal memory, remove the memory card from the camera. OK? Be sure to transfer important pictures to a computer before formatting. • Formatting the internal memory or memory card restores album icon settings (A 79) to the default setting (displayed as number). • Do not turn the camera off or open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover during formatting. • Be sure to use this option to format memory cards previously used in the setup menu. Format memory All images will be deleted! OK? Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu Format Memory/Format...
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... PR Printer error: file corrupt An error caused by the image file has occurred. Error Messages Display Lens cover error Q Problem Lens error. If error persists, contact retailer or Nikonauthorized service representative. After solving the problem, tap Resume - printing.* Tap Cancel to resume - Load the specified paper, and tap Resume to resume - A 26 P Initializing lens. Wait for further guidance and information. 166 Turn camera off, remove and reinsert battery, and turn camera on again. printing.* Replace ink...
... PR Printer error: file corrupt An error caused by the image file has occurred. Error Messages Display Lens cover error Q Problem Lens error. If error persists, contact retailer or Nikonauthorized service representative. After solving the problem, tap Resume - printing.* Tap Cancel to resume - Load the specified paper, and tap Resume to resume - A 26 P Initializing lens. Wait for further guidance and information. 166 Turn camera off, remove and reinsert battery, and turn camera on again. printing.* Replace ink...
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...:00". Set the correct time and date from the Date option in monitor Cause/Solution • Camera is off . • The USB cable for saving power: press the shutter-release button halfway. • When connecting to an electrical outlet using a Charging AC Adapter, the camera cannot be dated "01/01/2009 00:00." Tap C to reduce heat generation. Troubleshooting If the camera fails to function as required. Display, Settings and Power Supply Problem Monitor is...
...:00". Set the correct time and date from the Date option in monitor Cause/Solution • Camera is off . • The USB cable for saving power: press the shutter-release button halfway. • When connecting to an electrical outlet using a Charging AC Adapter, the camera cannot be dated "01/01/2009 00:00." Tap C to reduce heat generation. Troubleshooting If the camera fails to function as required. Display, Settings and Power Supply Problem Monitor is...
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... support editing functions. 109 • Pictures taken with this camera. album not displayed in total, new pictures or movies cannot be played back. File or folder was sorted to pictures using the Copy option cannot be played back on picture. Remove memory card to a size of camera. - Pictures not displayed on television. • Choose the correct Video mode. 151 • Choose pictures that can be played back correctly if overwritten by a computer. Replace 24 memory card. Album icon restored to default Data...
... support editing functions. 109 • Pictures taken with this camera. album not displayed in total, new pictures or movies cannot be played back. File or folder was sorted to pictures using the Copy option cannot be played back on picture. Remove memory card to a size of camera. - Pictures not displayed on television. • Choose the correct Video mode. 151 • Choose pictures that can be played back correctly if overwritten by a computer. Replace 24 memory card. Album icon restored to default Data...
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S Scene mode 39 Self-timer lamp 4, 59 Setup menu 139 Shooting 26, 28, 30 Shutter sound 149 Shutter-release button 4, 30 Single 68 Skin softening 120 Slide cover (power switch) 4 Slow Sync 62 Small picture 117 Sound settings 149 Speaker 4 Sports d 40 Strap 5 Stretch 118 Subject tracking 56 Sunset h 41 T Tap 6 Thumbnail playback 93 Time zone 143, 145 Touch AF/AE 53 Touch shooting 48 Touch shutter 51 Transfer 128 Tripod socket 5 TV 126 TV movie 123 U USB cable 18, 127, 128, 133 V Video mode 126, 151 ViewNX 127 Voice memo 107 Volume 125 W WAV 159 Welcome screen 142 Index 179 Technical Notes
S Scene mode 39 Self-timer lamp 4, 59 Setup menu 139 Shooting 26, 28, 30 Shutter sound 149 Shutter-release button 4, 30 Single 68 Skin softening 120 Slide cover (power switch) 4 Slow Sync 62 Small picture 117 Sound settings 149 Speaker 4 Sports d 40 Strap 5 Stretch 118 Subject tracking 56 Sunset h 41 T Tap 6 Thumbnail playback 93 Time zone 143, 145 Touch AF/AE 53 Touch shooting 48 Touch shutter 51 Transfer 128 Tripod socket 5 TV 126 TV movie 123 U USB cable 18, 127, 128, 133 V Video mode 126, 151 ViewNX 127 Voice memo 107 Volume 125 W WAV 159 Welcome screen 142 Index 179 Technical Notes
