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Table of Contents
Product Documentation
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For Your Safety
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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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Familiarization: The Parts of the Camera and Their Functions
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Where to Find It—Parts of the COOLPIX 2000
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How to Use It—Camera Controls and Displays
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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 Batteries
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Step 3—Insert the Memory Card
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Step 4—Choose a Language
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Step 5—Set the Time and Date
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Tutorial: Getting Started
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Taking Pictures: The Basics
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Step 1—Ready the Camera
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Step 2—Adjust Camera Settings (Optional)
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Step 3—Frame the Picture
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Step 4—Focus and Shoot
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Step 5—Turn the Camera Off
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Reviewing Pictures: Quick Review
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Quick Review
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Thumbnail Review
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Getting Creative: Choosing a Mode
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Connections: Connecting to External Devices
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Connecting to a Computer: Nikon View 5
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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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Connecting to a Television or VCR: Television Playback
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Beyond Point-and-Shoot: Adjusting Camera Settings
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Focus-Mode Selection: The
Button
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Delaying Shutter Release: Self-Timer Mode
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Framing Pictures: Optical and Digital Zoom
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Flash Photography: The
Button
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