Nikon COOLPIX A900 Reference Manual - Page 258

Troubleshooting If the camera fails to function as expected, check the list of common problems below before consulting your retailer or Nikon representative. Battery/Display The camera is on but does not respond: Wait for recording to end. If the problem persists, turn the camera off. If the camera does not turn off, remove and reinsert the battery or, if you are using an AC adapter, disconnect and reconnect the AC adapter. Note that although any data currently being recorded will be lost, data that have already been recorded will not be affected by removing or disconnecting the power source. Display turns off without warning: Choose longer delays for Auto off timer in the setup menu (0 189). Shooting (All Modes) Camera takes time to turn on: Delete files or folders. Shutter-release disabled: • Memory card is locked, full, or not inserted (0 23, 24). • Built-in flash is charging. No photo taken when remote control shutter-release button is pressed: • Replace battery in remote control (0 231). • Built-in flash is charging. • Time selected for Remote on duration (ML-L3) in the setup menu (0 189) has elapsed. • Bright light is interfering with ML-L3 remote control. Only one shot taken each time shutter-release button is pressed in continuous shooting mode: Continuous shooting is not available if built-in flash fires (0 65, 115). Photos are out of focus: • Camera unable to focus using autofocus: use manual focus or focus lock (0 31, 74, 79, 80). • Camera is in manual focus mode: focus manually (0 80). n 238