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  • Nikon Coolpix S3 | User Manual - Page 1
    En The Nikon Guide to Digital Photography with the DIGITAL CAMERA
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    is a trademark. D-Lighting technology is provided by Apical Limited. Face-priority AF technology is provided by Identix®. All other trade names mentioned in this manual or the other documentation provided with your Nikon product are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders.
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    , additional information that may be helpful when using the camera. This icon indicates that more information is available elsewhere in this manual or in the Quick Start Guide. Introduction First Steps Basic Photography More on Photography Scene Mode Voice Recordings Movies More on Playback Menu
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    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 or other accident, take the product to a Nikon-authorized service representative for inspection after unplugging the product and/or
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    this product: • Before replacing the battery, turn the product off. If you are using an AC adapter, be sure it is unplugged. • Use only rechargeable Nikon EN-EL8 lithium-ion batteries (supplied). Charge the battery either by inserting it in the camera and connecting the supplied AC adapter, or by
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    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 quency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is
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    Symbol for Separate Collection in European Countries This symbol indicates that this product is to be collected separately. The following apply only to users in European countries: • This product is designated for separate collection at an appropriate collection point. Do not dispose of as
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    Table of Contents For Your Safety ii Introduction 1 Parts of the Camera 2 The Monitor...4 The MV-11/MV-11B COOL-STATION 6 The EH-63 AC Adapter 6 First Steps 7 Inserting the Battery 7 Charging the Battery 8 Inserting Memory Cards 10 Turning the Camera On 12 Basic Setup ...12
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    Menu Guide 58 The Shooting Menu 58 Image Mode 59 White Balance 60 Exposure Compensation Technical Notes 82 Optional Accessories 82 Caring for the Camera 83 Error Messages 86 Troubleshooting 89 Appendix: Focus Lock, File Storage, and Date Imprint 92 Specifications 95 Index...98
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    digital camera are engineered and proven to operate within the operational and safety requirements of this electronic circuitry. THE USE OF NON-NIKON ELECTRONIC ACCESSORIES COULD DAMAGE THE CAMERA AND MAY VOID YOUR NIKON WARRANTY. The use of third-party rechargeable Li-ion batteries not bearing the
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    Nikon COOLPIX S3 digital camera. This manual has been written to help you enjoy taking pictures with your Nikon digital camera. Read this manual 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
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    Introduction Parts of the Camera Speaker Power switch ( 12) ( 33, 40, 44) Power-on lamp ( 12, 14) Shutter-release Microphone ( 33, 36, 44) button ( 16) Eyelet for camera strap Memory card slot cover ( 10, 11) Self-timer lamp ( 20) / AF-assist illuminator (LED; 16, 80, 83, 95) Lens ( 84, 95)
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    Introduction Monitor ( 4, 14, 84, 95) ( (playback) button ( 17, 41, 65) (menu) button 22, 35, 36, 58, 65, 72) Zoom ( / ) / button ( 15, 22, 41, 42) Indicator lamp ( 9) / Flash lamp ( 16) (delete) button ( 17, 34, 40, 41, 44) Multi selector • Menu navigation: Move cursor up. • Shooting ( ):
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    Introduction The Monitor The following indicators may appear in the monitor during shooting and playback (actual display varies with current camera settings): Shooting 20 21 23 4 1 5 6 19 7 8 10 9 10 +1.0 11 AUTO 9999 18 17 16 14 12 AUTO 15 13 Playback 19 01.01.2005 18 00:
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    -94 3 Internal memory/memory card indicator 14, 16, 41 4 Battery level indicator1 14 5 D-Lighting guide 43 6 Volume indicator 34, 40, 44 7 Voice memo recording guide ......... 44 8 Voice memo playback guide .......... 44 9 Current frame number/ total number of frames 93-94 Movie length 36 10
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    Introduction The MV-11/MV-11B COOL-STATION Place the camera in the supplied MV-11/MV-11B* COOL-STATION to: • Charge the camera battery ( 8) • View pictures on a television ( 45) • Copy pictures to a computer ( 47) • Print pictures via direct USB connection ( 52) DC-IN connector ( 8) Camera
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    First Steps Inserting the Battery The camera uses a rechargeable Nikon EN-EL8 lithium-ion battery (supplied). 1 Open the battery-chamber cover Slide the cover in the direction shown (ᕡ) until it opens (ᕢ). ᕡ ᕢ First Steps 2 Insert the
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    First Steps Charging the Battery Charge the battery before first use or when the battery is running low. 1 Connect the AC adapter to the MV-11/MV-11B COOL-STATION After connecting the AC adapter power cord to the AC inlet (ᕡ), insert the DC plug into the COOL-STATION's DC-IN connector (ᕢ) and then
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    the battery. EN-EL8 Batteries Before using the EN-EL8, read and follow the warnings and cautions on pages ii-iii and 85 of this manual. The EH-63 AC Adapter The supplied EH-63 AC adapter can also be connected directly to the camera as shown at right. Whether connected
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    First Steps Inserting Memory Cards Pictures are stored in the camera's internal memory (approximately 12 MB) or on removable Secure Digital (SD) memory cards. For information on compatible memory cards, see "Technical Notes: Optional Accessories" ( 82). If no memory card is inserted, pictures are
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    First Steps 3 Close the memory card slot cover Formatting Memory Cards Before they can be used in the COOLPIX S3, memory cards must be formatted using the Format card option in the camera setup menu ( 79). Removing Memory Cards Memory cards can be removed without loss of data when the camera is off
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    Turning the Camera On Press the power switch until the power-on lamp lights. The power-on lamp shows camera status as follows: Power-on lamp On Blinks Flickers Off Camera status On Auto power off (standby mode) Battery exhausted ( 86) Off First Steps Basic Setup The first time the camera is
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    First Steps 5 6 HOME TIME ZONE London, Casablanca Back Confirm Display map of world time zones. 7 DATE DM Y 01 . 01 . 2005 00 : 00 Madrid, Paris, Berlin Back Confirm Select home time zone. 8 DATE DM Y 01 . 01 . 2005 00 : 00 Display DATE menu. 9 DATE DM Y 01 . 10 . 2005 00 : 00
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    Basic Photography This section describes how to take pictures in (auto) mode, an automatic, "point-and-shoot" mode recommended for first-time users of digital cameras. Step 1-Select Mode Slide the mode selector to and turn the camera on. The power-on lamp will light. The camera is ready to shoot
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    Basic Photography Step 2-Frame the Picture 1 Ready the camera Hold the camera steadily in both hands. Don't Block the Shot To avoid muffled sound or dark or partially obscured pictures, keep fingers and other objects away from the microphone, lens, flash, and AF-assist lamp. 2 Frame the subject The
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    Basic Photography Step 3-Focus and Shoot 1 Focus Press the shutter-release button halfway to set focus and exposure. In mode, the camera will automatically focus on the subject at the center of the frame. Focus and exposure will lock while the shutter-release button is pressed halfway. With the
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    Step 4-View the Results 1 Press the button A picture will be displayed in the monitor. 01.10.2005 15:30 100NIKON 0001.JPG Basic Photography 1/ 1 2 View additional pictures Press the multi selector down or right to view pictures in the order recorded, up or left to view pictures in reverse order.
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    More on Photography More on Photography Using the Flash The following flash modes are available: Mode How it works When to use it AUTO Auto Flash poor. fires when lighting is Best choice in most situations. Flash fires several times at low Use to reduce "red-eye" in portraits. Auto with
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    slow and pictures may be blurred. If the shutter speed required for exposure is very slow, a (camera shake) warning be displayed. Use of a tripod or support is recommended. Mottling may appear in pictures taken when this icon is displayed. Dust or Mist AUTO 10 Light from the flash reflected from
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    More on Photography Taking Pictures with the Self-Timer The camera is equipped with a ten-second timer for portraits or to avoid blurring that may result from the camera moving when the shutter-release button is pressed. When using the self-timer, mount the camera on a tripod (recommended) or rest
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    Easy Close-ups: Macro Close-up Mode Macro close-up mode is used for taking close-up shots of small objects at very short distances (minimum 4 cm/1.6 in.). 1 OFF 2 OFF Macro close-up OFF :Confirm ON Macro close-up OFF ON :Confirm Display macro close-up menu. 3 Highlight ON. Exit menu (to exit
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    Scene Mode Scene mode offers a choice of thirteen "scene" and four "assist" settings. Camera settings are automatically optimized for the selected subject type, sparing the user the necessity of adjusting each setting separately. To display the scene menu: 1 2 PARTY/INDOOR 9 Select mode. Exit
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    : , , , and These modes offer a selection of framing assist options that allow you to compose pictures with the help of framing guides displayed in the monitor. 1 2 PORTRAIT Highlight , , , or . * * To exit without changing selection, press 3 PORTRAIT LEFT Exit Confirm Help Display framing
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    side-by-side. Camera focuses on closest subject. Scene Mode Portrait figure: Compose shot in "tall" orientation. Camera focuses on subject in framing guide. Face-priority AF: Frame up to three subjects from waist up. Camera focuses until it detects face of portrait subject closest to camera. When
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    frame not only natural land- scapes but also cityscapes and portrait shots featuring a landmark in the background. / AUTO * Off† Off LANDSCAPE: No guides are displayed. Use to focus on distant objects through foreground objects such as windows or a screen of branches. Camera focuses at infinity
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    Sports Assist (sports assist) mode is used for dynamic action shots that capture moving objects. The options in the assist menu can be used to freeze the action in a single shot or record motion in a series of pictures. Off Off SPORTS: While shutter-release button is held down, pictures are
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    increasing processing time; to prevent blurring, mount the camera on a tripod or rest it on a flat, stable surface. * Off † Off NIGHT PORTRAIT: No guides are displayed. Camera focuses on subject in center of frame. Portrait left: Compose shot with subject in left half of frame. Camera focuses
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    Other Scenes In addition to the four "assist" modes described on the preceding pages, scene mode offers a selection of twelve "scenes," each corresponding to a common subject type, such as a backlit subject, sunset, or interior shot. A voice recording mode is also available for creating audio
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    Beach/Snow Captures the brightness of such subjects as snowfields, beaches, or sunlit expanses of water. Auto * Off - Sunset Preserves the deep hues seen in sunsets and sunrises. Scene Mode * Off Dusk / Dawn Preserves the colors seen in the weak natural light before sunrise or after sunset. •
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    Scene Mode Close up Use to photograph flowers, insects, and other small objects at ranges as close as 4 cm (1.6 in.), with the background artistically blurred. • Camera focuses continuously on nearest object. Focus locks when shutter-release button is pressed halfway. Minimum focus distance
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    only cause irreparable damage to the camera but could also result in fire, electric shock, or the release of poisonous gas. See the WP-CP5 instruction manual for details. Panorama Assist Flash mode ( 18), the self-timer ( 20), and macro close-up ( 21) can be adjusted after the pan direction is
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    Taking Pictures for a Panorama 1 2 AE-L Highlight (Panorama assist) in scene menu ( 22). 9 Default pan direction displayed. 3 Right to left Bottom Select how pictures will be joined toto top gether in completed panorama. This is the direction in which camera will be Top to panned after
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    Voice Recordings Audio voice recordings can be recorded over the built-in microphone and played back over the built-it speaker. Making a Voice Recording 1 2 VOICE RECORDING Highlight (Voice recording) in scene menu ( 22). 01.10.2005 15:41 Max rec time 00:29:29 Back Display shows length of
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    Playing Voice Recordings To play voice recordings back, display the voice recording screen shown in Step 2 on the preceding page and follow the steps below. 1 SELECT SOUND FILE 2 SELECT SOUND FILE 002 01.10.2005 15 : 51 001 01.10.2005 15 : 46 003 01.10.2005 15 : 53 002 01.10.2005 15 : 51 Copy
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    Copying Voice Recordings To copy voice recordings between internal memory and a memory card, display the voice recording list shown in Step 1 on the preceding page and press the button. The menu shown at right will be displayed. COPY SOUND FILES Exit Confirm 1 COPY SOUND FILES Highlight option:
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    Movies Movie Mode The camera can record the following types of movie. All movies have a frame rate of fifteen frames per second; except in the case of time-lapse movies, movies include sound recorded via the built-in microphone. Option TV movie 640 Max. length * Internal 256 MB memory memory
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    5 MOVIE OPTIONS TV movie 640 6 MOVIE SET-UP Small size 320 Movie options Smaller size 160 Auto-focus mode Time-lapse movie Exit Confirm Highlight option.* Exit Confirm Help Make selection.† * To exit without changing mode, press † If Time-lapse movie is selected, time- button. lapse-
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    Recording Movies 1 Select mode. Exposure count display shows maximum total length of movie that can be recorded. 0h 0m 47s 2 Start recording. icon blinks and progress indicator is displayed while recording is in progress. 0h 0m 33s 3 End recording. Recording will end automatically when
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    3 SET INTERVAL TIME 1/2 Choose interval between shots. Press 30s center of multi selector to make selec- 1m tion and exit. 5m 10m 30m Exit Confirm 4 TIME-LAPSE MOVIE Set interval time 5 AE LOCK AE lock Off On Exit Confirm Highlight AE lock. 6 AE LOCK Off On Exit Confirm 7
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    Viewing Movies In full-frame playback ( 17, 41), movies are indicated by a icon and can be viewed by pressing the center of the multi selector. Playback controls appear at the top of the display; press the multi selector left or right to highlight a control, then press the center of the multi
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    More on Playback Viewing Pictures on the Camera To view pictures full-frame in the monitor (full-frame playback), press the button (if the camera is off, pressing the button for about a second will turn the camera on in playback mode). 01.10.2005 15:30 Viewing Multiple Pictures: Thumbnail
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    ). Copies can only be created if sufficient memory is available. Cropped copies may not display or transfer correctly when viewed on other models of Nikon camera. Cropping is not available with movies ( 40), small pictures ( 70), or cropped copies. 42
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    30 100NIKON Display picture full-frame ( 41). 0008.JPG (D-lighting) guide will be displayed if D-lighting is available with selected picture ( lighting may not display or transfer correctly when viewed on other models of Nikon camera. D-lighting is not available with cropped copies ( 42), movies
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    Pictures for which voice memo exists are 01.10.2005 marked by (voice memo playback 15:17 100NIKON 0001.JPG Play memo Shutter button guide) and icons. Press shutter-release button to play voice memo. Playback ends when voice memo ends or shutter-release button is pressed again. 1/ 1 Change
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    Viewing Pictures on TV The MV-11/MV-11B COOL-STATION and EG-E5000 audio/video (A/V) cable included with the camera can be used to connect the camera to a television or video-cassette recorder (VCR). Choosing a Video Mode The Interface > Video mode item in the setup menu offers a choice of NTSC and
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    . For more information on installing PictureProject and transferring pictures to a computer, see the documentation on the reference CD and the Quick Start Guide. Before Connecting the Camera: Choosing a USB Option Pictures can be copied from the camera to the computer by: • Pressing the center of
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    To choose a USB option, highlight Interface in the setup menu ( 80) and press the multi selector to the right. The menu shown in Step 1 will be displayed. 1 INTERFACE USB 2 Video mode Auto transfer USB PTP Mass storage Exit Confirm Highlight USB. 3 USB PTP Mass storage Exit Confirm
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    from internal memory. Voice Recordings PictureProject can not be used to transfer or play voice recordings. Select Mass storage for USB, copy the files manually, and then play them back using QuickTime or any other WAV-compatible audio player. Note that index points created with the camera can not be
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    Disconnecting the Camera If PTP is selected in the USB menu, you can turn the camera off and disconnect the USB cable once transfer is complete. If you have not changed the USB option in the camera setup menu from its default setting of Mass storage, you must remove the camera from the system as
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    ) and take the memory card to a digital print service center or insert the card into a personal photo printer a computer (see the PictureProject Reference Manual, on CD) Print Set The Print print orders" for PictBridge-compatible printers or devices that support DPOF. 1 01.10.2005 15:30 100NIKON
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    7 PRINT SELECTION 8 PRINT SELECTION 1 01.10.2005 15:30 1/ 4 Back Confirm Scroll through pictures. Current pic- ture shown at center of display. 01.10.2005 15:30 1/ 4 Back Confirm Select current picture and set num- ber of prints to 1. Selected pictures marked by icon. 9 PRINT
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    Printing Via Direct USB Connection When the camera is placed in the MV-11/MV-11B COOL-STATION and connected to a PictBridge-compatible printer via the UC-E10 USB cable, selected pictures can be printed directly from the camera. 1 Set the USB option to PTP Set the USB option in the setup menu to PTP
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    4 Print pictures Press the center of the multi selector to print the current picture or press the button to select multiple pictures for printing. Printing Pictures One at a Time Display picture full frame or highlight in thumbnail list. Printing Multiple Pictures Press button. Select picture for
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    Printing Pictures One at a Time To print the picture currently displayed full frame or highlighted in the thumbnail list, press the center of the multi selector. The menu shown at right will be displayed; press the multi selector up or down to highlight an option. PRINT MENU Start print Copies
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    Printing Multiple Pictures To print all pictures or multiple selected pictures, press the button. The menu shown at right will be displayed; press the multi selector up or down to highlight an option, then press the center to select. PictBridge Print selection Print all images DPOF printing Paper
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    Printing Selected Pictures: Print Selection Choosing Print selection in the PictBridge menu (see previous page) displays the menu shown in Step 1. 1 PRINT SELECTION 2 PRINT SELECTION 1 01.10.2005 15:30 1/ 4 Back Confirm Scroll through pictures. Current pic- ture shown at center of display.
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    Printing the Current Print Order: DPOF Printing To print the current print order ( 50), select DPOF printing in the PictBridge menu ( 55). The options shown in Step 1 will be displayed. 1 DPOF PRINTING Printer ready? 006 prints Start print Confirm Cancel Confirm Highlight Confirm.* 2 CONFIRM
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    Menu Guide The Shooting Menu The shooting menu contains the following options: Option Description Image mode Choose image size and quality. 59 White balance Match white balance
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    Image Mode Image mode Pictures taken with a digital camera are recorded as image files. The size of the files, and with it the number of images that can be recorded, depends on the size and quality of the images (image mode). Before shooting, choose an image mode according to how you plan to use
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    White Balance White balance The color of the light reflected from an object varies with the color of the light source. The human brain is able to adapt to such changes in color, with the result that we see white objects as white, regardless of whether they are in the shade, direct sunlight, or
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    Exposure Compensation Exp. +/- Exposure compensation is used to alter exposure from the value suggested by the camera by from -2.0 EV (underexposure) to +2.0 EV (overexposure) in increments of 1 3 EV. Its effects can be previewed in the monitor; negative val- ues may be needed when most of the
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    Interval Timer Photography To display the interval timer menu, highlight Intvl timer shooting in the CONTINUOUS menu and press the center of multi selector. 1 INTVL TIMER SHOOTING Highlight Set interval time or AE lock Set interval time and press center of multi selector to AE lock display sub
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    Best Shot Selector (BSS) BSS The options in the "best-shot selector" (BSS) menu are recommended for situ- ations in which inadvertent camera movement can produce blurred pictures, or when parts of the image are prone to under- or over-exposure. Option Description Off BSS off. Camera takes
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    Sensitivity Sensitivity Sensitivity (ISO equivalency) is a measure of how quickly the camera reacts to light. The higher the sensitivity, the less light needed to make an exposure. Much as film with a high ISO rating tends to produce "grainy" images, high sensitivities may however be associated
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    The Playback Menu The playback menu contains the following options: Option Description Print set Select pictures for patible devices. printing on DPOF- and PictBridge-com- 50-51 Slide show View pictures in an automatic slide show. 67 Delete Delete all or selected pictures. 68 Protect
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    Selecting Multiple Pictures To select multiple pictures in the Erase selected images ( 68), Print set ( 50-51), Protect ( 68), Transfer marking > Select image(s) ( 69), or Copy > Selected images ( 71) menus: 1 PROTECT 2 PROTECT 01.10.2005 15:30 ON OFF 1/ 4 Back Confirm Scroll through
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    Slide Show Slide show This option is used to play pictures back in an automated "slide show" with about three seconds between each picture. 1 SLIDE SHOW Pause 2 Start Loop Exit Confirm Highlight Start. Begin slide show. To skip to the next picture, press the multi selector to the right, or
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    Delete Delete The delete menu contains the following options: Option Description Select images for deletion ( 66). Confirma- Erase selected images tion dialog shown at right will be displayed; press multi selector up or down to highlight option, press center to select: • Select No to exit
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    Auto transfer. To transfer more than 999 pictures, use PictureProject or select and transfer pictures in batches of 999 or less. See the PictureProject reference manual (on CD) for more information. The COOLPIX S3 can not be used to transfer pictures selected for transfer with another model of
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    ). Copies can only be created if sufficient memory is available. Small copies may not display or transfer correctly when viewed on other models of Nikon camera. Small copies can not be created from movies ( 40), cropped copies ( 42), or small pictures. 70
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    Copy Copy This option is only available when a memory card is inserted, when it can be used to copy pictures between internal memory and the memory card. Option Description Copy pictures from internal memory to memory card. Copy pictures from memory card to internal memory. Selecting either
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    The Setup Menu The setup menu contains the following options: Option Description Shooting menu Scene menu Movie Return to menu for current mode. Playback menu Welcome screen Select screen displayed when camera is turned on. Date Set clock and choose home and destination time zones. Monitor
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    displayed when the camera is turned on. Option Description Disable welcome (default) No welcome screen is displayed when camera is turned on. Nikon Image shown at right is displayed when camera is turned on. Animation Animation shown at right is displayed when camera is turned on
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    Date Date This option is used to set the camera clock and to choose home and travel destination time zones. Option Description Date Set camera clock to current date and time ( 12-13). Time zone Choose home ing time on or ( ) or travel destination off (see below). ( ) time zone; turn
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    Time Zones The time zone can not be selected if the date and time have not been set. The camera supports the time zones listed below. Increments of less than one hour are not supported; when travelling to or from destinations at half- or quarter-hour increments from Greenwich Mean Time (GMT), such
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    Monitor Settings Monitor settings The options in this menu control the information displayed in the monitor and monitor brightness. Option Description Photo info Turn indicators in the monitor on or off. Brightness Control monitor brightness. Photo Info The following display options are
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    Date Imprint Date imprint This option is used to imprint date information on pictures as they are taken. It can not be used to imprint date information on existing pictures. Option Description Off Time and date do not appear on pictures. Date Date is imprinted on pictures taken while this
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    Sound Settings Sound settings The options in this menu control the sound settings listed below. Option Description If On is selected, beep will sound once if memory card is inserted, data are deleted, memory card or internal Button memory is formatted, or new mode is selected. Beep sound
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    Auto Off Auto off Choose the time before the monitor turns off automatically to save power from 30 seconds, 1 minute (the default setting), 5 minutes, or 30 minutes. Regardless of the option chosen, the monitor will remain on for 3 minutes when menus are displayed, and for 30 minutes when Loop
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    mode Before connecting camera to video devices such as televisions or VCRs ( 45), choose video mode that matches video standard used in device. Camera supports NTSC and PAL standards. Auto transfer Choose On to mark pictures for transfer to computer as they are taken. AF Assist AF assist If
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    Option Sound settings Button sound Shutter sound Start-up sound Volume Description On 1 Off Normal Option AF-assist Interface Auto transfer Menus Description Auto On Text Choosing Reset also clears the current file number ( 4-5, 93-94) from memory. Numbering will continue from the lowest number
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    Rechargeable Additional EN-EL8 Li-ion batteries are available from your retailer or battery local Nikon representative Battery charger MH-62 battery charger AC adapter Additional EH-63 AC adapters cal Nikon representative are available from your retailer or lo- COOL-STATION MV-11/MV-11B
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    Caring for the Camera To ensure continued enjoyment of this Nikon product, observe the following precautions when storing or using the device. Keep dry The device will be damaged if immersed in water or subjected to
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    , then dry thoroughly. The camera may be damaged if foreign matter gets inside the camera body. Nikon cannot accept liability for damage caused by dirt or sand. Do not use alcohol, thinner, or Should the monitor begin to dim or flicker, contact your Nikon service representative. 84 Technical Notes
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    Storage Turn the camera off when not in use and check that the power-on lamp is off before putting the camera away. To prevent mold or mildew, store the camera in a dry, well-ventilated area. If the product will not be used for an extended period, run the battery flat and remove it from the camera.
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    The following table lists the error messages and other warnings that appear in the monitor and how to deal with them. Display Problem Solution (Flashes) Clock not set. Set clock. 12-13 WARNING ! ! BATTERY EXHAUSTED Battery exhausted. Turn camera battery. off and replace 7, 8-9 AF
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    Display Problem Solution • Camera has run out of file • Select Reset all after either , small picture, or to memory card, insert new 68, copy options. memory card. 79 • Original does not support • Crop and small picture op- 42, crop or small picture op- tions can not be used with 70 tions
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    Display Problem Solution TRANSFER ERROR Pictures can not be copied to Restart transfer ERROR Error has occurred during lens again. If error persists, con- operation. tact retailer or Nikon repre- 12 sentative. LENS COVER ERROR Finger or prevents opening. other obstruction lens cover from
  • Nikon Coolpix S3 | User Manual - Page 99
    Troubleshooting If the camera fails to function as expected, check the list of common problems below before consulting your retailer or Nikon again. In the event of continued malfunction, contact your retailer or Nikon representative. Note that disconnecting the power source as described above may
  • Nikon Coolpix S3 | User Manual - Page 100
    Problem Solution • Camera can not focus on selected subject using autofo- 92 Pictures are out of cus. Use focus lock. focus • AF-assist illuminator is off.
  • Nikon Coolpix S3 | User Manual - Page 101
    Problem Solution • Picture is a movie. 36 Can not zoom in on picture • Picture • Camera is not registered in Device Manager (Windows only). 47 46-47 - See the PictureProject reference manual (on CD) for fur- 46 ther information. Pictures are not transferred when center of multi selec- USB
  • Nikon Coolpix S3 | User Manual - Page 102
    Appendix: Focus Lock, File Storage, and Date Imprint Focus Lock Focus and exposure are locked when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway, and remain locked while the shutter-release button is held in this position (focus lock). Focus lock can be used to take pictures of off-center subjects
  • Nikon Coolpix S3 | User Manual - Page 103
    File Storage The following table shows the approximate number of pictures that can be stored in internal memory and on a 256-megabyte memory card in different image modes. Image mode High (2816★) Normal (2816) Normal (2048) PC screen (1024) TV screen (640) Internal memory (12 MB) 4 9 16 57 123
  • Nikon Coolpix S3 | User Manual - Page 104
    and "NIKON" for printer or print service supports Digital Print Order Format (DPOF), use the Date option in the Print set menu ( 50-51) • transfer the pictures using PictureProject and print them using the "Print Meta- data" option (see the PictureProject reference manual
  • Nikon Coolpix S3 | User Manual - Page 105
    Specifications Nikon COOLPIX S3 Digital Camera Type Compact digital camera Effective pixels 6.0 million CCD Image size (pixels) 1 2.5-in. CCD; total pixels: 6.40 million • 2,816 × 2,112 (2816★, 2816) • 1,
  • Nikon Coolpix S3 | User Manual - Page 106
    USB Video output Can be selected from NTSC and PAL Supported languages Chinese (Simplified and Traditional), Dutch, English, Approximately 50 g (1.8 oz) Technical Notes Specifications Nikon will not be held liable for any errors this manual may contain. The appearance of this product and its
  • Nikon Coolpix S3 | User Manual - Page 107
    EH-63 AC Adapter Rated input AC 100-240 V, 50/60 Hz, 0.18-0.1 A Rated capacity 18-22 VA Rated output DC 4.8 V/1.5 A Operating temperature 0-+40 °C (+32-104 °F) Dimensions 41 × 23.5 × 79 mm/1.6 × 0.9 × 3.1 in. (W × H × D) Length of cord Approximately 1700 mm (66.9 in.) Weight
  • Nikon Coolpix S3 | User Manual - Page 108
    , 14, 18 Flash lamp, 16 Focus, 16, 92 Focus indicator, 16 Focus lock, 92 Format card, 79 Format memory, 79 Framing assist, 23-27 Framing guides, 23 Framing pictures, 15, 23 I Image mode, 59, 93 Image size, see Image mode Indicator lamp, 9, 16 Interface, 47, 80 Interval timer photography, 62 J JPEG
  • Nikon Coolpix S3 | User Manual - Page 109
    , 33-35, 36, 44 Sound settings, 78 Speedlight, see Flash Sports, 26 Standard color, 64 Standby mode, see Auto off Strap, camera, 2 Sunset, 29 Support information, 1 Welcome screen, 73 White balance, 4, 60 preset, 60 Wide angle, see Zoom W button, see Zoom buttons Z Zoom, 15, 21, 91, 95 digital, 15
  • Nikon Coolpix S3 | User Manual - Page 110
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The Nikon Guide to Digital Photography
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DIGITAL CAMERA