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Table of Contents
Product Documentation
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For Your Safety
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Caring for the Camera and Battery
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Notices
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Introduction: Before You Begin
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Overview: About This Manual
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Getting to Know the COOLPIX 2500: The Parts of the Camera and Their
Functions
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Where to Find It—Parts of the COOLPIX 2500
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How to Use It—Camera Controls and Displays
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Menu Guide: Index to Menu Options
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Tutorial: Getting Started
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First Steps: Getting Ready to Use Your Camera
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Step 1—Attach the Camera Strap
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Step 2—Insert the Battery and Memory Card
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Step 3—Check the Battery Level
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Step 4—Choose a Language
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Step 5—Set the Time and Date
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Taking Pictures: The Basics
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Step 1—Ready the Camera
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Step 2—Choose
Mode
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Step 3—Adjust Camera Settings (Optional)
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Step 4—Frame the Picture
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Step 5—Focus and Shoot
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Step 6—Put the Camera Away
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Review and Deletion: Quick Review
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Quick Review
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Full-Screen Review
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Thumbnail Review
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Getting Creative: Scene Selection
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Connections: Your Camera and Your Computer
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Before You Begin: Installing Nikon View 5
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Making the Connection: Connecting to Your Computer
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