Nikon CoolPix P100 10 MP Digital Camera User Manual

Nikon CoolPix P100 10 MP Digital Camera

For Your Safety

To prevent damage to your Nikon product or injury to yourself or to others, read the following safety precautions in their entirety before using this equipment. Keep these safety instructions where all those who use the product will read them. The consequences that could result from failure to observe the precautions listed in this section.

WARNINGS

• Turn off in the event of malfunction
  Should you notice smoke or an unusual smell coming from the camera or Charging AC Adapter, unplug the Charging AC Adapter and remove the battery immediately, taking care to avoid burns. Continued operation could result in injury. After removing or disconnecting the power source, take the equipment to a Nikon-authorized service representative for inspection.
• Do not disassemble
  Touching the internal parts of the camera or Charging AC Adapter could result in injury. Repairs should be performed only by qualified technicians. Should the camera or Charging AC Adapter break open as the result of a fall or other accident, take the product 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 electronic equipment in the presence of flammable gas, as this could result in explosion or fire.
• Handle the camera strap with care
  Never place the strap around the neck of an infant or child.
• Keep out of reach of children
  Particular care should be taken to prevent infants from putting the battery or other small parts into their mouths.
• Observe caution when handling the battery
  The battery may leak or explode if improperly handled. Observe the following precautions when handling the battery for use in this product:
  • Before replacing the battery, turn the product off. If you are using the Charging AC Adapter/AC adapter, be sure it is unplugged.
  • Use only a Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL5 (supplied). Charge the battery by inserting it into the camera and connecting the Charging AC Adapter EH-68P/EH-68P (AR) (supplied).
  • When inserting the battery, do not attempt to insert it upside down or backwards.
  • Do not short or disassemble the battery or attempt to remove or break the battery insulation or casing.
  • Do not expose the battery to flame or to excessive heat.
  • Do not immerse in or expose to water.
  • Replace the terminal cover when transporting the battery. Do not transport or store with metal objects such as necklaces or hairpins.
  • The battery is prone to leakage when fully discharged. To avoid damage to the product, be sure to remove the battery when no charge remains.
  • Discontinue use immediately should you notice any change in the battery, such as discoloration or deformation.
  • If liquid from the damaged battery comes in contact with clothing or skin, rinse immediately with plenty of water.
• Observe the following precautions when handling the Charging AC Adapter
  • Keep dry. Failure to observe this precaution could result in fire or electric shock.
  • Dust on or near the metal parts of the plug should be removed with a dry cloth. Continued use could result in fire.
  • Do not handle the plug or go near the Charging AC Adapter during lightning storms. Failure to observe this precaution could result in electric shock.
  • Do not damage, modify, forcibly tug or bend the USB cable, place it under heavy objects, or expose it to heat or flames. Should the insulation be damaged and the wires become exposed, take it to a Nikonauthorized service representative for inspection. Failure to observe these precautions could result in fire or electric shock.
  • Do not handle the plug or Charging AC Adapter with wet hands. Failure to observe this precaution could result in electric shock.
  • Do not use with travel converters or adapters designed to convert from one voltage to another or with DC-to-AC inverters. Failure to observe this precaution could damage the product or cause overheating or fire
• Use appropriate cables
  When connecting cables to the input and output jacks, use only the cables provided or sold by Nikon for the purpose, to maintain compliance with product regulations.
• Handle moving parts with care
  Be careful that your fingers or other objects are not pinched by the lens cover or other moving parts.
• CD-ROMs
  The CD-ROMs supplied with this device should not be played back on audio CD equipment. Playing CD-ROMs on an audio CD player could cause hearing loss or damage the equipment.
• Observe caution when using the flash
  Using the flash close to your subject’s eyes could cause temporary visual impairment. Particular care should be observed if photographing infants, when the flash should be no less than 1 m (3 ft. 4 in.) from the subject.
• Do not operate the flash with the flash window touching a person or object
  Failure to observe this precaution could result in burns or fire.
• Avoid contact with liquid crystal
  Should the monitor break, care should be taken to avoid injury caused by broken glass and to prevent liquid crystal from the monitor touching the skin or entering the eyes or mouth.
• Turn the power off when using inside an airplane or the hospital
  Turn the power off while inside the airplane during take off or landing. Follow the instructions of the hospital when using while in a hospital. The electromagnetic waves given out by this camera may disrupt the electronic systems of the airplane or the instruments of the hospital.

Introduction

About This Manual

Thank you for your purchase of Nikon COOLPIX P100 digital camera. This manual is written to help you enjoy taking pictures with your Nikon digital camera. Read this manual thoroughly before use, and keep it where all those who use the product will read it.

Symbols and Conventions
To make it easier to find the information you need, the following symbols and conventions are used:

• This icon marks cautions, information that should be read before use, to prevent damage to the camera.
• This icon marks tips, additional information that may be helpful when using the camera.
• This icon marks notes, information that should be read before using the camera.
• This icon indicates that more information is available elsewhere in this manual or in the Quick Start Guide.

Notations

• A Secure Digital (SD) memory card is referred to as a “memory card”.
• The setting at the time of purchase is referred to as the “default setting”.
• The names of menu items displayed in the camera monitor, and the names of buttons or messages displayed in a computer monitor are indicated in bold text.

Screen Samples
In this manual, images are sometimes omitted from monitor and electronic viewfinder display samples so that monitor indicators can be more clearly shown.

Illustrations and Screen Display
Illustrations and text displays shown in this manual may differ from actual display.

Memory Cards
Pictures taken with this camera can be stored in the camera’s internal memory or on removable memory cards. If a memory card is inserted, all new pictures will be stored on the memory card and delete, playback, and format operations will apply only to the pictures on the memory card. The memory card must be removed before the internal memory can be formatted or used to store pictures to, or delete, or view pictures.

Information and Precautions

Life-Long Learning

As part of Nikon’s “Life-Long Learning” commitment to ongoing product support and education, continually updated information is available online at the following sites:

• For users in the U.S.A.: http://www.nikonusa.com/
• For users in Europe and Africa: http://www.europe-nikon.com/support/
• For users in Asia, Oceania, and the Middle East: http://www.nikon-asia.com/

Visit these sites to keep up-to-date with the latest product information, tips, answers to frequently asked questions (FAQs), and general advice on digital imaging and photography. Additional information may be available from the Nikon representative in your area. See the URL below for contact information: http://imaging.nikon.com/

Before Taking Important Pictures

Before taking pictures on important occasions (such as at weddings or before taking the camera on a trip), take a test shot to ensure that the camera is functioning normally. Nikon will not be held liable for damages or lost profits that may result from product malfunction.

About the Manuals

• No part of the manuals included with this product may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form, by any means, without Nikon’s prior written permission.
• Nikon reserves the right to change the specifications of the hardware and software described in these manuals at any time and without prior notice.
• Nikon will not be held liable for any damages resulting from the use of this product.
• While every effort was made to ensure that the information in these manuals is accurate and complete, we would appreciate it were you to bring any errors or omissions to the attention of the Nikon representative in your area (address provided separately).

Notice Concerning Prohibition of Copying or Reproduction

Note that simply being in possession of material that was digitally copied or reproduced by means of a scanner, digital camera or other device may be punishable by law.

• Items prohibited by law from being copied or reproduced
  Do not copy or reproduce paper money, coins, securities, government bonds or local government bonds, even if such copies or reproductions are stamped “Sample”. The copying or reproduction of paper money, coins, or securities which are circulated in a foreign country is prohibited. Unless the prior permission of the government was obtained, the copying or reproduction of unused postage stamps or post cards issued by the government is prohibited. The copying or reproduction of stamps issued by the \ government and of certified documents stipulated by law is prohibited.
• Cautions on certain copies and reproductions
  The government has issued cautions on copies or reproductions of securities issued by private companies (shares, bills, checks, gift certificates, etc.), commuter passes or coupon tickets, except when a minimum of necessary copies are to be provided for business use by a company. Also, do not copy or reproduce passports issued by the government, licenses issued by public agencies and private groups, ID cards and tickets, such as passes and meal coupons.
• Comply with copyright notices
  The copying or reproduction of copyrighted creative works such as books, music, paintings, woodcut prints, maps, drawings, movies and photographs is governed by national and international copyright laws. Do not use this product for the purpose of making illegal copies or to infringe copyright laws.

Disposing of Data Storage Devices

Please note that deleting images or formatting data storage devices such as memory cards or built-in camera memory does not completely erase the original image data. Deleted files can sometimes be recovered from discarded storage devices using commercially available software, potentially resulting in the malicious use of personal image data. Ensuring the privacy of such data is the user’s responsibility.

Before discarding a data storage device or transferring ownership to another person, erase all data using commercial deletion software, or format the device and then completely refill it with images containing no private information (for example, pictures of empty sky). Be sure to also replace any pictures selected for the welcome screen. Care should be taken to avoid injury or damage to property when physically destroying data storage devices.

Parts of the Camera

The Camera Body

1. Power switch/Power-on lamp
2. Mode dial
3. Microphone (stereo)
4. Built-in flash
5. (Flash pop-up) button
6. Eyelet for camera strap (at two places)
7. Power connector cover (for connection with an optional AC Adapter)
8. Shutter-release button
9. Zoom control
10. Self-timer lamp
11. Lens

1. Speaker
2. (monitor) button
3. Diopter adjustment control
4. Electronic viewfinder
5. (display) button
6. (movie-record) button
7. Movie mode switch
8. Command dial
9. (apply selection) button
10. HDMI Mini Connector
11. USB/Audio video connector
12. Connector cover
13. Monitor
14. (playback) button
15. menu button
16. Multi selector
17. (delete) button
18. Tripod socket
19. Battery-chamber/memory card slot cover
20. Cover latch
21. Memory card slot
22. Battery latch
23. Battery chamber

Changing the Angle of the Monitor

The angle of the monitor can be lowered down to 82° or raised upward to 90°. This is convenient when taking pictures with the camera held at high or low positions.

Notes on Monitor

• Do not apply excessive force when changing the angle of the monitor.
• The monitor cannot be moved horizontally.
• Put the monitor back in the original position when using in normal situations.

Raising and Lowering the Built-in Flash
Press the (flash pop-up) button to raise the built-in flash.

• See “Using the Flash” (A34) for more information on setting the flash.
• When not using the built-in flash, gently push the flash down.

Attaching the Camera Strap and Lens Cap
Attach the lens cap to the strap, and then attach the strap to the camera (at two places).

Lens Cap

• Remove the lens cap before you shoot a picture.
• At times when you will not be shooting pictures such as when the power is off, or while you are carrying the camera, attach the lens cap to the camera to protect the lens.

The Monitor
The following indicators may appear in the monitor during shooting and playback (actual display varies with current camera settings). See page 15 for details on changing the monitor display.

Shooting

1. Shooting mode
2. Focus mode
3. Zoom indicator
4. Focus indicator
5. AE/AF-L indicator
6. Flash indicator
7. Flash mode
8. Flash exposure compensation
9. Battery level indicator
10. Motion detection icon
11. Vibration reduction icon (still pictures)
12. Electronic VR icon (movies)
13. Noise reduction
14. Distortion control
15. Active D-Lighting
16. Wind noise reduction
17. Date not set” indicator
18. Travel destination indicator
19. Date imprint
20. Movie options
21. HS movie options
22. Image size
    • Number of exposures remaining (still pictures)
    • Movie length
23. Internal memory indicator
24. Image quality
25. Aperture
26. Focus area (for manual, center)
27. Focus area (for auto)
28. Focus area (for face priority)
29. Focus area (for subject tracking mode)
30. Shutter speed
31. Exposure display
32. ISO sensitivity
33. Exposure compensation value
34. Skin softening
35. Smile timer
36. Blink proof
37. B&W + color
38. Image optimization
39. White balance mode
40. Self-timer indicator
41. Bracketing
42. Continuous shooting mode
    • High-speed mode
    • Pre-shooting cache
43. Spot metering area
44. Center-weighted area

Basic Operations

The Command Dial

You can rotate the command dial to select items from a menu screen or to choose and configure any of the following functions.

The Multi Selector

This section describes standard uses of the multi selector to select modes, select menu options, and to apply selections. Operate by pressing the up, down, left, right section, or the ok (apply selection) button.

* In shooting mode D (manual), select whether to set the shutter speed or the aperture when the command dial is rotated ( 71).

Charging the Battery

Charge the supplied Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL5 inserted into the camera, by connecting the supplied Charging AC Adapter EH-68P to the camera via the supplied USB Cable UC-E6, and then plugging the Charging AC Adapter into an electrical outlet.

Prepare the Charging AC Adapter EH-68P.

If a plug adapter* is included, attach the plug adapter to the plug on the Charging AC Adapter. Push the plug adapter firmly until it is securely held in place. Once the two are connected, attempting to forcibly remove the plug adapter could damage the product.

* The shape of the plug adapter varies according to the country or region in which the camera was purchased.

1. • For Customers in Argentina:If the camera was purchased in Argentina, the shape of the Charging AC Adapter EH-68P (AR) differs from that supplied in other countries, and a plug adapter is not included. Proceed to step 2.

2. Be sure that the power-on lamp and the monitor are off.

   • Be sure to insert the battery into the camera (16) and turn off the camera (21).

3. Use the supplied USB cable to connect the Charging AC Adapter to the camera.

4. Plug the Charging AC Adapter into an electrical outlet.

   • The camera’s power-on lamp slowly blinks orange to indicate that the battery is charging.
   • About three hours and 30 minutes are required to charge a fully exhausted battery.
   • The following chart explains power-on lamp status when the camera is plugged into the electrical outlet.

5. Disconnect the Charging AC Adapter from the electrical outlet and then disconnect the USB cable.

Notes on Charging AC Adapter

• Do not use the Charging AC Adapter EH-68P with any device that is not supported.
• Be sure to read and follow the warnings and cautions of “For Your Safety” thoroughly before using the EH-68P.
• Be sure to read and follow the warnings for “The Battery” thoroughly before using the battery.
• The EH-68P is compatible with AC 100-240 V, 50/60 Hz electrical outlets. When using in other countries, use a third-party plug adapter as necessary. For more information about plug adapters, consult your travel agency.
• The Charging AC Adapter EH-68P is for charging the battery inserted into the camera. When the camera is connected to an electrical outlet with EH-68P, it cannot be turned on.
• Do not, under any circumstances, use a Charging AC Adapter other than the EH-68P or a USB AC adapter. Failure to observe this precaution could result in overheating or in damage to the camera.

Notes on AC Power Supply

• If the AC Adapter EH-62A (available separately) is used, power is supplied to the camera from an electrical outlet and taking pictures and playing back pictures are available with this camera.
• Do not, under any circumstances, use any AC adapter other than the EH-62A. Failure to observe this precaution could result in overheating or in damage to the camera.

Charging Using Computer or Battery Charger

• Connecting the COOLPIX P100 to a computer also charges the Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL5.
• Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL5 can also be charged using the Battery Charger MH-61 (available separately).

Turning On and Off the Camera

Remove the lens cap before turning on the camera. Press the power switch to turn on the camera. The power-on lamp (green) will light for a moment and the monitor will turn on. Press the power switch again to turn off the camera. When the power is turned off, both the power-on lamp and monitor turn off.

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