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Basic Photography and Playback

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Basic Photography and Playback Basic Photography and Playback (Auto) Mode This section describes how to take pictures in (auto) mode, an automatic, "point-and-shoot" mode recommended for first-time users of digital cameras. Step1 Select (auto) mode 1 Slide the mode selector to . Step2 Turn the camera on 1 Turn the camera on. The power-on lamp will light and the monitor will turn on. To turn the camera off at any time, press the power switch again. Do not remove the batteries while the power-on lamp is lit. 2 Check indicators in the monitor. Check the battery level and number of exposures remaining. Display NO ICON WARNING!! BATTERY EXHAUSTED Battery level Batteries fully charged. Low battery; ready spare batteries. Batteries exhausted. Replace batteries. Battery Level 5 Number of exposures remaining ( 91) 13

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Trademark Information	2
Symbols and Conventions	3
Memory Cards	3
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.	4
The consequences that could result from failure to observe the precautions listed in this section are indicated by the following symbol:	4
WARNINGS	4
Turn off in the event of malfunction	4
Do not disassemble	4
Do not use the camera or AC adapter in the presence of flammable gas	4
Handle the camera strap with care	4
Keep out of reach of children	4
Observe caution when handling batteries	4
Observe the following precaution when handling the battery charger	5
Use appropriate cables	5
Handle moving parts with care	6
CD-ROMs	6
Observe caution when operating the flash	6
Do not fire the flash while it is touching a person or object	6
Avoid contact with liquid crystal	6
Notice for Customers in the U.S.A.	7
CAUTIONS	7
Notice for Customers in Canada	8
CAUTION	8
ATTENTION	8
Symbol for Separate Collection in European Countries	8
Notice Concerning Prohibition of Copying or Reproduction	8
Disposing of Data Storage Devices	9
Introduction	13
Thank you for your purchase of a Nikon COOLPIX L4 digital camera. This manual has been written to help you enjoy taking pictures...	13
The documentation for this product also includes the manuals listed below. Please be sure to read all instructions thoroughly to get the most from the camera.	13
Illustrations and on-screen text in this manual and the Quick Start Guide may differ from the actual display.	13
Attach the strap as shown below.	14
Press the multi selector up, down, left, or right to highlight pictures and menu items, then press the center to select. The buttons on the multi selector are also used to:	15
The following indicators may appear in the monitor during shooting and playback (actual display varies with current camera settings):	16
1 Shooting mode 13, 23, 33	16
2 Exposure lock 31	16
3 Macro close-up mode 22	16
4 Zoom indicator 14, 22	16
5 Focus indicator 15	16
6 Flash mode 18	16
7 Camera shake icon 16	16
8 Internal memory/Memory card indicator 11	16
9 Battery level indicator 13	16
10 Sensitivity 16	16
11 “Date not set”/Time zone indicator 57, 81	16
12 Self-timer indicator 20	16
13 Date imprint/Date counter 60	16
14 Number of exposures remaining 13, 91 Movie length 33, 91	16
15 Focus area 15	16
16 Image mode 65	16
17 Exposure compensation 68	16
18 Color options 70	16
19 White balance 66	16
20 Best Shot Selector (BSS)/Continuous shooting mode 68, 69	16
1 Current folder 92	17
2 File number and type 92	17
3 Internal memory/Memory card indicator 11	17
4 Battery level indicator 13	17
5 D-Lighting guide 40	17
6 Current frame number/Total number of frames/ Movie length 34, 37	17
7 D-Lighting icon 40	17
8 Movie playback indicator 34	17
9 Image mode 65	17
10 Movie indicator 34	17
11 Protect icon 73	17
12 Print-order icon 50	17
13 Transfer icon 43, 73	17
14 Time of recording 9	17
15 Date of recording 9	17
The camera uses two AA batteries. Depending on the country or region of purchase, the package will include either alkaline batteries or an MH-71 battery charger with rechargeable EN-MH1 batteries.	18
If the camera came with a battery charger and rechargeable Nikon EN-MH1 NiMH batteries, charge the batteries as described below. If the camera came with a pair of alkaline batteries, skip to “Insert the batteries” on the following page.	18
1 Plug the charger in	18
2 Charge the batteries	18
1 Open the battery chamber.	19
2 Insert the batteries.	19
3 Close the battery chamber.	19
A language-selection dialog is displayed the first time the camera is turned on. Choose a language and set the time and date as described below.	21
Pictures are stored in the camera’s internal memory (approximately 10MB) or on removable Secure Digital (SD) memory cards ( 76). Internal memory is used for recording and deleting pictures only if no memory card is inserted.	23
1 Turn the camera off.	23
2 Insert the memory card.	24
3 Turn the camera on.	24
Basic Photography and Playback	25
1 Slide the mode selector to .	25
1 Turn the camera on.	25
2 Check indicators in the monitor.	25
Display	25
Battery level	25
1 Ready the camera.	26
2 Frame the picture.	26
Zoom	26
1 Focus.	27
2 Take the picture.	27
During Recording	27
The Shutter-Release Button -Focus Lock	28
When Lighting Is Poor	28
Mode	30
Description	30
Red-eye Reduction	31
The Flash Lamp	31
Auto Mode	33
Scene Mode	35
Portrait Assist	37
Landscape Assist	39
Sports Assist	39
Night Portrait Assist	40
PARTY/INDOOR	41
BEACH/SNOW	41
SUNSET	41
DUSK/DAWN	41
NIGHT LANDSCAPE	41
CLOSE UP	41
MUSEUM	42
FIREWORKS SHOW	42
COPY	42
BACK LIGHT	42
PANORAMA ASSIST	42
Taking Pictures for a Panorama ( 30)	43
Movies	45
1 Select mode.	45
2 Start recording.	45
3 End recording.	45
Viewing Pictures on the Camera	49
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Connecting to Televisions, Computers, and Printers	53
1 The Interface>Video mode item in the setup menu offers a choice of NTSC and PAL standards for analog video output ( 64). Select a standard to match the television.	53
2 Turn the camera off and connect the video cable.	53
3 Tune the television to the video channel.	53
4 Press the button for about one second to turn the camera on.	53
1 Start a computer to which PictureProject has been installed.	54
2 Choose an Interface>USB option as described in “Choosing a USB Option for Connection to a Computer” ( 44).	54
3 Turn the camera off and connect the USB cable as shown at right.	54
4 Turn the camera on.	54
5 Press the center of the multi selector to copy all marked pictures to the computer.	54
6 Disconnect the camera as described in “Disconnecting the Camera” ( 45).	55
1 Turn the printer on.	59
2 Set the Interface>USB option in the setup menu to PTP ( 64).	59
3 Turn the camera off and connect the USB cable as shown at right.	59
4 Turn the camera on.	60
3 Press multi selector up or down to highlight option, press center to select:	61
Menus	65
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Technical Notes	88
Memory Cards	89
Handle the lens and all moving parts with care	90
Do not point the lens at strong light sources for extended periods	90
Turn the product off before removing or disconnecting the power source	90
Keep dry	90
Do not drop	90
Keep away from strong magnetic fields	90
Avoid sudden changes in temperature	90
Batteries	91
Cleaning	91
Storage	92
Notes on the Monitor	92
Electronically Controlled Cameras	99
Defaults ( 54, 56, 65)	100
Supported Standards	101
Scene Mode Settings ( 23)	102
Image Mode ( 65) and Movie Options ( 35)	103
Restrictions on Camera Settings ( 65)	104
Image File and Folder Names	104
Copies ( 39, 40, 74, 75)	105
Time Zones ( 9, 57)	105
Refreshing Nikon EN-MH1 Rechargeable NiMH Batteries ( 6, 76)	106
Specifications	109
EN-MH1 NiMH Batteries	109
Symbols	110
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