Nikon Coolpix 2000 User Manual
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- Nikon Coolpix 2000 | User Manual - Page 1
En The Guide to Digital Photography with the DIGITAL CAMERA En - Nikon Coolpix 2000 | User Manual - Page 2
... ...while shooting Tutorial: Reviewing Pictures 22 ...during playback Basic Playback 45 Delete multiple pictures Deleting Pictures 66 STEP 4-Install camera software Install software Quick Start Guide (provided) - Get to know Nikon View 5 Nikon View 5 Reference Manual (provided on CD - Nikon Coolpix 2000 | User Manual - Page 3
your Nikon digital camera, taking your first pictures, installing software, and transferring pictures to your computer. Guide to Digital Photography The Guide to Digital Photography (this manual) provides complete operating instructions for your camera. Nikon View 5 Reference Manual The Nikon View - Nikon Coolpix 2000 | User Manual - Page 4
parts could result in injury. In the event of a malfunction, the product should be repaired only by a qualified technician. Should the product break open as the result of a fall or other accident, remove the batteries and AC adapter (if using) and then take the product to a Nikon-authorized service - Nikon Coolpix 2000 | User Manual - Page 5
infants from putting the battery or other small parts into their mouths. Removing memory cards Memory cards may become hot during use. Observe due caution when removing memory cards from the camera. CD-ROMs The CD-ROMs on which the software and manuals are distributed should not be played back on - Nikon Coolpix 2000 | User Manual - Page 6
, 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 - Nikon Coolpix 2000 | User Manual - Page 7
digitally copied or reproduced by means of a scanner, digital camera groups, ID cards, and tickets, Systems Inc. Zip is a registered trademark of Iomega Corporation in the U.S. and other countries. All other trade names mentioned in this manual or the other documentation provided with your Nikon - Nikon Coolpix 2000 | User Manual - Page 8
Manual 2 Familiarization: The Parts of the Camera and Their Functions 4 Where to Find It-Parts of the COOLPIX 2000 4 How to Use It-Camera Controls and Displays 6 First Steps: Getting Ready to Use Your Camera 9 Step 1-Attach the Camera Strap 9 Step 2-Insert Batteries 9 Step 3-Insert the Memory - Nikon Coolpix 2000 | User Manual - Page 9
Memory Cards: CF Card Format 75 Conserving Battery Power: Auto Off 76 Choosing a Video Standard: Video Mode 76 Choosing a USB Protocol: USB 77 Technical Notes: Camera Care, Options, and Resources 79 Optional Accessories 80 Caring for the Camera and Battery 81 Web Resources 83 Troubleshooting - Nikon Coolpix 2000 | User Manual - Page 10
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and for an explanation of the symbols and conventions used. Getting to Know the COOLPIX 2000 Bookmark this section and refer to it as you read through the manual for information on the names and functions of camera parts. First Steps This section details the steps you will take when using your - Nikon Coolpix 2000 | User Manual - Page 12
Thank you for your purchase of a COOLPIX 2000 digital camera. This manual has been written to help you enjoy taking digital photographs with your COOLPIX 2000. As you read through it, you will find explanations not only of how the camera works but also of why certain features have been included - Nikon Coolpix 2000 | User Manual - Page 13
your camera. This icon indicates that more information is available elsewhere in this manual. Life-Long Learning As part of Nikon's "Life-Long Learning" commitment to ongoing product support and education, continually-updated information is available on-line at the following sites: • For users in - Nikon Coolpix 2000 | User Manual - Page 14
the COOLPIX 2000 The parts of the camera are identified below. For more information on the function of each part, refer to the page numbers listed. 123 4 5 6 7 1 Photocell 2 Self-timer lamp 41 3 Built-in Speedlight 19 4 Video-out connector (under cover 38 5 USB connector (under cover 33 6 Lens - Nikon Coolpix 2000 | User Manual - Page 15
Introduction-Getting to Know the COOLPIX 2000 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 A 18 B 19 20 15 Flash-ready lamp 16, 20 16 Zoom ( / ) buttons ....... 19, 42 17 QUICK (quick review) button 22, 66, 70, 72 18 MENU button 54, 65, 74 19 Memory card slot cover ... 10-11 20 Tripod socket 21 Battery- - Nikon Coolpix 2000 | User Manual - Page 16
Introduction-Getting to Know the COOLPIX 2000 How to Use It-Camera Controls and Displays A The Monitor The monitor is where you compose pictures before shooting. In shooting mode, the monitor shows the view through the camera lens. It also gives information on how the camera is set up. 19 2 1 - Nikon Coolpix 2000 | User Manual - Page 17
Introduction-Getting to Know the COOLPIX 2000 The monitor is also used to view pictures after 10 Date of recording 13 * Appears only when battery is running low. Controlling the Monitor To hide camera settings or photo info, press the multi selector to the left. Press the multi selector to the - Nikon Coolpix 2000 | User Manual - Page 18
Introduction-Getting to Know the COOLPIX 2000 B The Multi Selector The multi selector is used to navigate through camera menus, to page through or select pictures during playback, scroll images during playback zoom, and to control the display of indicators in the monitor. 8 - Nikon Coolpix 2000 | User Manual - Page 19
Strap Attach the strap as shown. Introduction-First Steps Step 2-Insert Batteries Your camera is powered four LR6 (AA) alkaline, NiCad, or NiMH batteries. 2.1 Turn the camera off Turn the camera off before inserting or removing batteries. 2.2 Open the battery-chamber cover Pressing the battery - Nikon Coolpix 2000 | User Manual - Page 20
The COOLPIX 2000 stores pictures on CompactFlash™ memory cards. 3.1 Turn the camera off Turn the camera off before inserting or removing memory cards. 3.2 Open the memory card slot cover Open the card slot cover as shown at right. Read Battery Warnings Read and follow all warnings and instructions - Nikon Coolpix 2000 | User Manual - Page 21
card, causing errors when the camera is turned on. Formatting Memory Cards "Formatting" is the term used to describe the action of permanently erasing all data from a memory card to make room for more pictures. The memory card supplied with your camera is formatted at shipment. Other memory cards - Nikon Coolpix 2000 | User Manual - Page 22
Setup menu Set OFF Display camera menus Set OFF Highlight SETUP 4.3 SETUP MENU Brightness CF card format Date Auto off Video mode Es BK Set OFF Display options 4.7 SETUP MENU CF card format Date Auto off Video mode Language USB BK Set OFF Return to SETUP menu. Proceed to - Nikon Coolpix 2000 | User Manual - Page 23
recording is included with all pictures taken with your Nikon digital camera. To set the camera's internal clock to the correct time and date, : 00 BK Set OFF Highlight Y M D 5.7 SETUP MENU Brightness CF card format Date Auto off Video mode Language BK Set OFF Return to SETUP menu BK - Nikon Coolpix 2000 | User Manual - Page 24
's internal clock-calendar is powered by a separate, rechargeable power source, which is charged as necessary when the main battery is installed. If the camera has been stored for an extended period with the main battery removed, the clock may need to be reset. The clock power source can provide - Nikon Coolpix 2000 | User Manual - Page 25
Read this section for a step-by-step guide to the basics of taking pictures with the COOLPIX 2000. STEP 1 Ready the Camera STEP 2 Adjust Camera Settings STEP 3 Frame the Picture STEP 4 Focus and Shoot STEP 5 Turn the Camera Off 16-17 18 19 20-21 21 Reviewing Pictures Learn how to view and delete - Nikon Coolpix 2000 | User Manual - Page 26
settings are controlled by the camera in response to shooting conditions, pro- ducing the best possible results in most situations. Step 1-Ready the Camera 1.1 Turn the mode dial to 1.2 Turn the camera on The lens cover will open, the lens will extend, and the flash-ready lamp will light. 16 - Nikon Coolpix 2000 | User Manual - Page 27
is displayed as follows: 1632 FINE AUTO 8 B Display Meaning Camera status - Batteries fully charged Camera functions normally. Low battery Ready a set of new batteries. monitor. In this case, delete pictures ( 66), use a new memory card, or choose a lower quality or image size ( 56). 17 - Nikon Coolpix 2000 | User Manual - Page 28
settings for mode. For more information, refer to the page numbers in the rightmost column. Setting Default Description Focus mode Autofocus Camera focuses automatically at distances over 30 cm (1´). 40 Flash mode Auto Flash fires automatically when lighting is poor. 43 Image quality - Nikon Coolpix 2000 | User Manual - Page 29
the button down for about two seconds extends the zoom range digi- tally (digital zoom; 42). The zoom indicator turns yellow when digital zoom is in effect. Don't Block the Shot To avoid dark or partially obscured pictures, keep your fingers and other objects away from the lens and flash window. 19 - Nikon Coolpix 2000 | User Manual - Page 30
-ready lamp. Flash-ready lamp Focus indicator lights when shutter-release button is pressed halfway Green Subject in focus. Focus indicator Flashes red Camera unable to focus. Change your composition and try again. Flashready lamp On Flickers Off Flash will fire when picture is taken. Flash - Nikon Coolpix 2000 | User Manual - Page 31
the Camera Off When you have finished using the camera, turn the camera off to save battery power. The lens will retract and the lens cover will , an hourglass icon will be displayed. Do not turn the camera off, remove the memory card, or remove or disconnect the power source while either icon is - Nikon Coolpix 2000 | User Manual - Page 32
the mode dial to (playback mode). This section covers the operations that can be performed in quick review. For more information on playback mode, see "Basic Playback" ( 46). Quick Review Quick review allows you to view earlier pictures while shooting. If you are not satisfied with the results, you - Nikon Coolpix 2000 | User Manual - Page 33
Tutorial-Reviewing Pictures To Press Description Delete current picture Zoom photo in A confirmation dialog will be displayed. Press in monitor ( 7). Return to shooting mode Shutter To end review and return to shooting mode, release/ press the QUICK button or press the shutterQUICK release - Nikon Coolpix 2000 | User Manual - Page 34
but- ) ) ton once to view nine thumbnail images. Press ( ) to "zoom in" from nine thumbnails to a fourthumbnail view or, when four thumbnails are dis- ( 73). Return to shooting mode Shutter To end review and return to shooting mode, press release/ the QUICK button or press the shutter-release - Nikon Coolpix 2000 | User Manual - Page 35
Tutorial-Getting Creative Getting Creative Choosing a Mode Your Nikon digital camera offers a choice of five "scene" modes for in" (illuminate) shadows. • Flash is set to (fill flash; 43). Camera Shake At slow shutter speeds, a icon appears in the monitor. Pictures taken at these speeds may - Nikon Coolpix 2000 | User Manual - Page 36
after twenty seconds or when no more space is available on the memory card. • Movies are stored as QuickTime movie files ending in ".MOV". • The flash turns off ( ) automatically, and digital zoom is disabled. Opti- cal zoom can only be adjusted before shooting begins. • Menus are disabled in movie - Nikon Coolpix 2000 | User Manual - Page 37
in (auto) and (Beach/Snow) modes. In all other modes, the camera is set to focus automati- cally on subjects 30 cm (1´) or more from the camera. The self-timer is avail- able in all modes except (movie). Noise time is required to process pictures before they are saved to the memory card. 27 - Nikon Coolpix 2000 | User Manual - Page 38
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to your computer using Nikon View 5 can be printed using a color printer. In the case of printers and photofinishing systems that support Digital Print Order Format (DPOF), you can select pictures for printing using the camera Print Set option ( 71) and print them directly from the memory card. 29 - Nikon Coolpix 2000 | User Manual - Page 40
camera memory card to a computer hard disk and view them on the computer monitor. To install Nikon View 5, you must have a computer running one of the following operating systems: Pre-installed versions of Windows XP Home Edition, Windows Windows XP Professional, Windows 2000 Professional, Windows - Nikon Coolpix 2000 | User Manual - Page 41
In order to transfer pictures to your computer using the UC-E5 USB cable, the COOLPIX 2000 requires the version of Nikon View 5 provided with the camera. If you have a version of Nikon View that was included with another Nikon digital camera, you will need to upgrade to the version provided with the - Nikon Coolpix 2000 | User Manual - Page 42
the memory card from the camera and inserting it in a card reader or PC card slot. Direct Connection: Connecting Your Camera by Cable If your computer has a built-in USB connection, you can transfer your pictures using the supplied UC-E5 USB cable. 1 Choose a USB protocol The COOLPIX 2000 supports - Nikon Coolpix 2000 | User Manual - Page 43
of the cable to the camera's USB connector. Do not connect the camera via a USB hub or keyboard. Transferring More than 999 Pictures No more than 999 pictures can be transferred at one time using the ( ) button. To copy more pictures, use Nikon View 5. See the Nikon View 5 Reference Manual (on CD - Nikon Coolpix 2000 | User Manual - Page 44
the USB cable TRANSFERRING IMAGE TO COMPUTER • Turn the camera off • Remove the memory card from the camera 9 Disconnect the camera When all marked pictures have been transferred, the message "TRANSFER COMPLETED" will be displayed in the camera monitor. If you are using Windows XP Home - Nikon Coolpix 2000 | User Manual - Page 45
must remove the camera from the system as described below before disconnecting the cable or turning the camera off. Windows 2000 Professional Click the "Unplug or Eject Hardware" icon ( ) in the taskbar and select Stop USB Mass Storage Device from the menu that appears. Windows Millennium Edition - Nikon Coolpix 2000 | User Manual - Page 46
and then insert the adapter into the PC card slot. If you are using a card reader, insert the memory card directly into the card reader. If installed, Nikon View 5 will detect cards from Nikon digital cameras and start automatically. See the Nikon View 5 Reference Manual (on CD) for information on - Nikon Coolpix 2000 | User Manual - Page 47
the memory card from a PC card slot or card reader, you will need to remove the card from the system: Windows XP Home Edition/Windows XP Professional Click the "Safely Remove Hardware" icon ( ) in the taskbar and remove the memory card from the system. Windows 2000 Professional/Windows Millennium - Nikon Coolpix 2000 | User Manual - Page 48
or VCR Television Playback Using the video cable provided with your camera, you can connect the COOLPIX 2000 to a television or VCR. 1 Turn the camera off Turn the camera off before connecting or disconnecting the video cable. 2 Connect the video cable to the camera Insert the pin jack into the - Nikon Coolpix 2000 | User Manual - Page 49
Beyond Pointand-Shoot Adjusting Camera Settings In "Tutorial: Taking Pictures," you learned the basic order of operations for taking pictures in (auto) mode. This chapter offers advice on focus and flash mode selection, zoom, and the self-timer. 39 - Nikon Coolpix 2000 | User Manual - Page 50
lens). Camera adjusts focus con- Use for close-ups. tinuously (continuous AF). Focus is fixed at infinity. Flash is disabled. No focus indicator appears in monitor when shutter-release button is pressed halfway. Use when photographing distant scenes through foreground objects such as a window - Nikon Coolpix 2000 | User Manual - Page 51
for a three-second delay. 10 1632 FINE AUTO 8 3 Compose the picture Adjust camera settings and frame the picture. 4 Start the timer Press the shutter-release button and activate the timer. The selftimer lamp next to the flash window will blink until one second before the photo is taken, staying - Nikon Coolpix 2000 | User Manual - Page 52
Beyond Point-and-Shoot Framing Pictures Optical and Digital Zoom Your Nikon digital camera offers two kinds of zoom: optical zoom, in which the camera's telescoping lens can be used to magnify the subject up to 3 ×, and digital zoom, in which digital processing is used to further magnify the - Nikon Coolpix 2000 | User Manual - Page 53
Beyond Point-and-Shoot Flash Photography The Button In (auto), (Portrait), and (Beach/Snow) modes, you can choose from the flash modes listed in the table below. To select the flash mode, press the button until the desired mode is displayed in the monitor. 1632 FINE AUTO 8 Mode How it works - Nikon Coolpix 2000 | User Manual - Page 54
The (Camera Shake) Icon When lighting is poor and the flash is off ( ) or set to slow sync ( ), shutter speeds will slow and pictures may be blurred. If the shutter speed required for exposure is very slow, a (camera shake) icon will appear in the monitor. Use of a tripod or support is recommended - Nikon Coolpix 2000 | User Manual - Page 55
Basic Playback Playback Mode This section details the operations that can be performed when the mode dial is set to (playback mode). 45 - Nikon Coolpix 2000 | User Manual - Page 56
When the mode dial is turned to , the camera enters playback mode with the most recent picture displayed playback mode: 0001/0008 To View other pictures View multiple pictures Delete current picture Zoom photo in Press Description Press the multi selector down to view pictures in the order - Nikon Coolpix 2000 | User Manual - Page 57
photographs and ".MOV" for movies. Picture files are stored in folders created automatically by the camera and named with a three digit folder number followed by "NIKON" (e.g., "100NIKON"). To reset file numbering to 0001, format the memory card (note that this permanently deletes all data on the - Nikon Coolpix 2000 | User Manual - Page 58
. Change number of pictures displayed ( / ( With four thumbnails displayed, press the ( ) ) ) button once to view nine thumbnail images. Press ( ) to "zoom in" from nine thumbnails to a four-thumbnail view or, when four thumbnails are displayed, to view highlighted picture full size. Delete - Nikon Coolpix 2000 | User Manual - Page 59
movies or copies created with the small picture function). ZOOM SCROL L To Zoom photo in Zoom photo out Press () () Description Zoom increases each time button is pressed, to a maximum of 16 ×. While image is zoomed in, icon and zoom ratio are displayed in upper left corner of monitor. While - Nikon Coolpix 2000 | User Manual - Page 60
Basic Playback Creating a Small Copy of a Picture: Small Picture Pressing the SMALL PIC. ( ) button in full-frame playback creates a small copy of the current picture. Copies are 320 × 240 pixels in size and have an image quality of BASIC, making them ideal for distribution by e-mail or for use in - Nikon Coolpix 2000 | User Manual - Page 61
on the memory card. The COOLPIX 2000 may not be able to create small copies from images taken with another make of camera. Viewing Small Picture Files on Other Cameras Copies created with the small picture function may not display correctly when viewed on other models of Nikon digital camera. You - Nikon Coolpix 2000 | User Manual - Page 62
Basic Playback Movie Playback Movies are indicated by a icon. In full-frame playback, movies can be viewed using the multi selector. Movies can not be played back when thumbnails are displayed. 2002 .08 .06 15 : 00 0010 .MOV To Start playback Pause/resume playback Advance Rewind Press START - Nikon Coolpix 2000 | User Manual - Page 63
Menu Guide Using Camera Menus The Shooting Menu 54-64 The Playback Menu Changes to some shooting, playback, and setup Setup Menu This menu, which is available in all modes except movie mode, contains options for basic camera setup, such as formatting memory cards. 65-73 The Setup Menu 74-78 53 - Nikon Coolpix 2000 | User Manual - Page 64
Menu Guide-The Shooting Menu The Shooting Menu Fine-Tuning Shooting Options In shooting mode, changes to some settings are made with the help of the shooting - Nikon Coolpix 2000 | User Manual - Page 65
Menu Guide-The Shooting Menu The options available in the shooting menu depend on the mode selected 59 60 61 62 63 64 Taking Pictures while Menus Are Displayed The view through the lens is visible behind the shooting menu. To take a picture while the menu is displayed, press the shutter-release button - Nikon Coolpix 2000 | User Manual - Page 66
Menu Guide-The Shooting Menu Making Effective Use of Memory: Image Quality and Size Together, image quality and size determine how much space each picture occupies on the memory card, which in turn determines the total number of pictures that can be stored. The table below shows the approximate - Nikon Coolpix 2000 | User Manual - Page 67
Menu Guide-The Shooting Menu Image Size Image size refers to the physical dimensions of the image, measured in pixels. Choose an image size according to the space available on the memory card and the task at hand. IMAGE SIZE 1632 1632 X 1224 1024 1024 X 768 640 640 X 480 BK Set OFF Option Size - Nikon Coolpix 2000 | User Manual - Page 68
Menu Guide-The Shooting Menu Keeping Colors True: White Balance White balance is used to preserve natural colors under different types of lighting. The following options are - Nikon Coolpix 2000 | User Manual - Page 69
Menu Guide-The Shooting Menu Preset White Balance Preset white balance is used . WHITE BAL PRESET Cancel Measure BK Set OFF Option Cancel Measure Description Recalls the most recent setting for preset white balance from memory and sets white balance to this value. To measure a new value - Nikon Coolpix 2000 | User Manual - Page 70
Menu Guide-The Shooting Menu Measuring Light: Metering The options in the metering menu determine how the camera sets cirical compositions to pro- cumstances. duce optimal exposure for entire picture. Spot Camera meters area at Ensures that subject in center of frame equiva- center of frame - Nikon Coolpix 2000 | User Manual - Page 71
time the shutter-release button is pressed, the Multi-shot 16 camera takes sixteen consecutive "thumbnail" images and arranges them in a single in the monitor. 1632 FINE Flash, Focus Exposure, White Balance, and Digital Zoom At settings of Continuous and Multi-shot 16, the flash turns off, and - Nikon Coolpix 2000 | User Manual - Page 72
photo (the image with the highest level of detail) saved to the memory card. The flash turns off, and focus distance, exposure, and auto white balance are determined by the first photograph in the series. Off BSS off; camera functions normally. When BSS is on, a BSS icon appears in the monitor - Nikon Coolpix 2000 | User Manual - Page 73
Guide-The Shooting Menu Adjusting Exposure: Exp. +/- The Exp. +/- (exposure compensation) menu allows you to alter exposure from the value suggested by the camera choose an exposure compensation value is to examine the view through the lens in the monitor. If image appears too dark, raise exposure - Nikon Coolpix 2000 | User Manual - Page 74
Menu Guide-The Shooting Menu Making Edges More Distinct: Image Sharpening The camera automatically processes pictures to IMAGE OFF control over the amount of sharpening performed. Option Description Auto Camera sharpens edges for optimal results; adjustment performed differs from image to - Nikon Coolpix 2000 | User Manual - Page 75
Menu Guide-The Playback Menu The Playback Menu Managing Pictures The playback menu is available when the mode dial is set to . To view the playback menu: 1 - Nikon Coolpix 2000 | User Manual - Page 76
Menu Guide-The Playback Menu Deleting Pictures: Delete The Delete menu contains the Selected Photographs and Movies Choosing Selected images from the Delete menu displays the pictures on the memory card as thumbnail images. To select pictures for deletion: 1 DELETE IMAGES 2 DELETE IMAGES Set - Nikon Coolpix 2000 | User Manual - Page 77
Menu Guide-The Playback Menu Deleting All Photographs and Movies Selecting Erase all images from the Delete menu displays the confirmation dialog shown at right. Option Description No Return to playback menu without deleting pictures. Yes Delete all unprotected pictures on memory card. ERASE - Nikon Coolpix 2000 | User Manual - Page 78
Menu Guide-The Playback order ( 71). All images Slide show includes all pictures on the memory card. Selecting either of the above options displays the menu shown at right OFF Press MENU button to exit slide show Camera returns to full-frame playback. When the slide show ends, the pause menu - Nikon Coolpix 2000 | User Manual - Page 79
Menu Guide-The Playback Menu Changing the Display Interval Selecting Frame Intvl from the SLIDE SHOW or PAUSE Owing to differences in file size and the speed at which pictures can be read from the memory card, the actual frame interval may differ from the value selected in the FRAME INTVL menu. 69 - Nikon Coolpix 2000 | User Manual - Page 80
to protect from accidental deletion. Pro- tected files can not be deleted in review, single- image playback, or from the Delete sub-menu. Note, however, that protected pictures will be de- leted when the memory card is formatted. Set 1 PROTECT 2 PROTECT QUICK Done PROTECT Set QUICK Done - Nikon Coolpix 2000 | User Manual - Page 81
Menu Guide-The Playback Menu Ordering memory card in Digital Print Order Format (DPOF). Once a print order has been created, the BK Set OFF memory card can be removed from the camera and inserted in any DPOF-compatible device-be it your personal photo printer or a photofinisher's print system - Nikon Coolpix 2000 | User Manual - Page 82
Menu Guide-The Playback Menu 3 PRINT Use multi selector to specify number of prints. Press up to increase (maximum 9), down to decrease. To deselect picture, press multi - Nikon Coolpix 2000 | User Manual - Page 83
Guide- memory card. See the Nikon View 5 Reference Manual (on CD) for details. Marking Pictures for Transfer with Other Cameras Pictures selected for transfer with another model of Nikon digital camera can not be transferred when the memory card is inserted in the COOLPIX 2000. Use the COOLPIX 2000 - Nikon Coolpix 2000 | User Manual - Page 84
Guide-The Setup Menu The Setup Menu Camera Setup The setup menu, which is available in all modes except movie mode, contains options for basic camera CF card format Date Auto off Video mode Language BK Set OFF Option Brightness CF card format Date Auto off Video mode Language USB 75 75 - Nikon Coolpix 2000 | User Manual - Page 85
Menu Guide-The Setup Menu Adjusting Monitor Brightness: Brightness This option Formatting Memory Cards: CF Card Format The memory card provided with your camera is formatted at shipment. If you purchase additional memory cards for added storage, you will however need to format the cards before - Nikon Coolpix 2000 | User Manual - Page 86
Menu Guide-The Setup Menu Conserving Battery Power: Auto Off When operated on battery power, the camera will turn off automatically if no operations are performed for the amount of time chosen in the Auto off menu. When the camera turns off automatically, the lens will return to the camera body and - Nikon Coolpix 2000 | User Manual - Page 87
's operating system. Your camera supports two protocols: PTP (Picture Transfer Protocol) and Mass Storage. USB PTP Mass Storage BK Set OFF Protocol PTP Mass Storage Description Choose this option when connecting the camera to a computer running Windows XP Home Edition, Windows XP Professional - Nikon Coolpix 2000 | User Manual - Page 88
Guide-The Setup Menu Windows 2000 Professional, Windows Millennium Edition (Me), Windows 98 Second Edition (SE), Mac OS 9 Do not select PTP when connecting the COOLPIX 2000 to a computer running one of the above operating systems (there is no need to change the USB setting when using the camera - Nikon Coolpix 2000 | User Manual - Page 89
Technical Notes Camera Care, Options, and Resources This chapter provides tips on cleaning and storing your camera, a list of optional accessories available for the COOLPIX 2000, information on where to get help on line, troubleshooting advice, and camera specifications. 79 - Nikon Coolpix 2000 | User Manual - Page 90
Approved Memory Cards In addition to the card provided with your camera, the following memory cards have been tested and approved for use in the COOLPIX 2000: Nikon EC-CF series All capacities SanDisk SDCFB series 16 MB, 32 MB, 48 MB, 64 MB, 96 MB, 128 MB Lexar Media 4× USB series 8× USB - Nikon Coolpix 2000 | User Manual - Page 91
Technical Notes Caring for the Camera and Battery To ensure continued enjoyment of your Nikon product, observe the following force to moving parts Do not apply force to the lens, lens cover, battery-chamber cover, memory card slot cover, or the connector covers. These parts are especially - Nikon Coolpix 2000 | User Manual - Page 92
or monitor, use a blower to remove dust and debris. To remove fingerprints, wipe the lens gently in a circular motion using a lint-free or specialist lens cleaning cloth. To clean the body, use a cloth lightly dampened with fresh water and then dry thoroughly. Do not use alcohol, thinner, or other - Nikon Coolpix 2000 | User Manual - Page 93
information on solving the problems listed here. Problem Possible cause Monitor is blank • Camera is off. 16 • Battery is not correctly inserted. 9 • Battery is exhausted. 17 • EH-53 AC adapter (available separately) is not prop- - erly connected. • USB cable is connected. 73 • Video - Nikon Coolpix 2000 | User Manual - Page 94
memory card is not formatted for use in COOLPIX 2000. • Message "No Memory Card" appears in monitor: 10 no memory card in camera. • Flash is off. 43 Photos are too dark • Flash window can be reduced by: - Using the flash 43 - Zooming the camera out 42 - Using the Best-Shot Selector (BSS) - Nikon Coolpix 2000 | User Manual - Page 95
is dead. • USB cable not correctly connected, or card not prop- erly inserted in card reader, card adapter, or card slot. • Camera is not registered in Device Manager (Windows only). 33 - See Nikon View 5 Reference Manual (on CD) for fur- ther information on troubleshooting Nikon View 5. 85 - Nikon Coolpix 2000 | User Manual - Page 96
mode. to another setting. 10 No Memory Card Camera can not memory card. detect Turn camera off and confirm that memory card is correctly inserted. 10 Memory Card is not formatted Format No Memory card has not been formatted for use in COOLPIX 2000. Press multi selector up to highlight - Nikon Coolpix 2000 | User Manual - Page 97
Display Problem Solution Technical Notes This Card cannot be used This Card is incompatible • Use approved card. 80 Error accessing memory card. • Check that connectors are clean. If card is damaged, contact retailer or Nikon rep- - resentative. Shooting mode: Insufficient memory to - Nikon Coolpix 2000 | User Manual - Page 98
exit Nikon View 5. Turn camera off, reconnect cable or replace card, and turn camera on. 10 33 Communications error Protocol selected in USB Turn camera off and disconnect menu does not match USB cable, then change USB that used by computer selection in camera setup menu operating system, caus - Nikon Coolpix 2000 | User Manual - Page 99
Notes Type Effective pixels E2000 digital camera 2.0 million CCD Image size (pixels) 1/2.7˝ high-density CCD; total pixels: 2.11 million • 1632 × 1224 (1632) • 640 × 480 (640) • 1024 × 768 (1024) Lens Focal length f/-number Construction Digital zoom 3 × Zoom Nikkor F = 5.8 - 17.4 mm (35-mm - Nikon Coolpix 2000 | User Manual - Page 100
oz) without battery or memory card 0 - 40 °C (32 - 104 °F) Less than 80% (no condensation) Design Rule for Camera File Systems (DCF) Your camera names pictures according to the Design Rule for Camera File Systems (DCF), a standard widely used in the digital camera industry to ensure compatibility - Nikon Coolpix 2000 | User Manual - Page 101
later; only models with built-in USB ports supported RAM 64 MB or more recommended Hard-disk space 25 MB required for installation, with additional free disk space of 10 MB plus double the capacity of camera memory card available on start-up disk when Nikon View 5 is running. Video resolution - Nikon Coolpix 2000 | User Manual - Page 102
. See memory card Compression. See image qual- ity Computer. See Nikon View 5; transfer Continuous, 61 Copying images. See small pic- ture; transfer D Date, 13 DCF. See Design rule for Cam- era File systems Delete, Deleting images from playback menu, 66-67 in full-frame playback, 46 in quick review - Nikon Coolpix 2000 | User Manual - Page 103
23-24, 47-48 Troubleshooting, 83-85 V Video mode, 76 VCR, 38 W W. See zoom, indicator . See zoom, buttons Web resources, 83 White balance, 58-59 Wide angle. See zoom Z Zoom buttons, 5, 19, 42 digital, 42 indicator, 19, 42 optical, 42 R Red-eye reduction. See flash mode U USB, 76 USB, 32, 76,. See - Nikon Coolpix 2000 | User Manual - Page 104
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The Guide to Digital Photography
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