NIKON COOLPIX 4300 CAMERA USER Manual

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Overview 3 Thank you for your purchase of a COOLPIX4300 digital camera. The documentation for this product includes the manuals listed below. Please be sure to read all instructions thoroughly to get the most from your camera. Quick-Start Guide The Quick-Start Guide takes you through the process of unpacking and setting up your Nikon digital camera, taking your first pictures, and transferring them to your computer. Guide to Digital Photography The Guide to Digital Photography (this manual) provides complete operating instructions for your camera. Nikon View Reference Manual The Nikon View Reference Manual can be found in electronic format on the reference CD provided with your camera. Symbols To make it easier to find the information you need, the following symbols and conventions are used in this manual: This icon marks cautions, information that you should read before use to prevent damage to your camera. This icon marks tips, additional information you may find helpful when using your camera. This icon marks notes, information that you should read before using your camera. Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine

5 elf or to others, read the s equipment. Keep ct will read them. the precautions listed in assemble e product’s internal result in injury. In the malfunction, the product epaired only by a hnician. Should the ak open as the result of er accident, remove the or AC adapter and then duct to a Nikon- ervice center for oper precautions ling batteries ay leak or explode if handled. Observe the ecautions when tteries for use in this e product is off before he battery. If you are C adapter, be sure it is . he Nikon EN-EL1 ble lithium-ion battery or a six-volt 2CR5 hium battery (available ). L-1 is for use only with Nikon Digital cameras. e the EN-EL1 in not approved for use attery. • When inserting the battery, do not attempt to insert it upside down or backwards. • Do not short or disassemble the battery. • Do not expose the battery to flame or to excessive heat. • Do not immerse in or expose to water. • Do not transport or store with metal objects such as necklaces or hairpins. • Batteries are prone to leakage when fully discharged. To avoid damage to the product, be sure to remove the battery when no charge remains. • When the battery is not in use, attach the terminal cover and store in a cool place. • Immediately after use, or when the product is used on battery power for an extended period, the battery may become hot. Before removing the battery, turn the camera off and allow the battery to cool. • When used with a 2CR5 (DL245) lithium battery, the camera grip may become noticeably warm, but this does not indicate a malfunction. • Discontinue use immediately should you notice any changes in the battery, such as discoloration or deformation. Use appropriate cables When connecting cables to the input and output jacks, use only the cables provided or sold by Nikon for the purpose, to maintain compliance with product regulations. Keep out of reach of children Particular care should be taken to prevent infants from putting the battery or other small parts into their mouths. Removing memory cards Memory cards may become hot during use. Observe due caution when removing memory cards from the camera. CD-ROMs The CD-ROMs on which the software and manuals are distributed should not be played back on audio CD equipment. Playing CD-ROMs on an audio CD player could cause hearing loss or damage the equipment. Observe caution when operating the flash Using the flash close to your subject's eyes could cause temporary visual impairment. Particular care should be observed if photographing infants, when the flash should be no less than one meter (3.3 ft.) from the subject. When using the viewfinder When operating the mode dial and the zoom button with your eye to the viewfinder, care should be taken not to put your finger in your eye accidentally. Avoid contact with liquid crystal Should the monitor break, care should be taken to avoid injury due to broken glass and to prevent liquid crystal from the monitor touching the skin or entering the eyes or mouth. be read before using Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine

7 E4300 OME OR OFFICE USE Tested To Comply With FCC Standards Notice for customers in Canada CAUTION This class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference Causing Equipment Regulations. ATTENTION Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada. e held liable for any ing from the use of this rt has been made to information in these urate and complete, we te it were you to bring missions to the attention presentative in your area ed separately). Interference Statement S ns quires the user to be any changes or s made to this device expressly approved by oration may void the ority to operate the ables rface cables sold or Nikon for your Using other interface exceed the limits of t 15 of the FCC rules. Whitman Road, ew York 4, U.S.A. 47-4200 Notice Concerning Prohibition of Copying or Reproduction Note that simply being in possession of material that has been digitally copied or reproduced by means of a scanner, digital camera or other device is punishable by law. • Items prohibited by law from being copied or reproduced Do not copy or reproduce paper money, coins, securities, government bonds, or local government bonds, even if such copies or reproductions are stamped "Sample." The copying or reproduction of paper money, coins, or securities which are circulated in a foreign country is prohibited. Unless the prior permission of the government has been obtained, the copying or reproduction of unused postage stamps or post cards issued by the government is prohibited. The copying or reproduction of stamps issued by the government and of certified documents stipulated by law is prohibited. • Cautions on certain copies and reproductions The government has issued cautions on copies or reproductions of securities issued by private companies (shares, bills, checks, gift certificates, etc.), commuter passes, or coupon tickets, except when a minimum of necessary copies are to be provided for business use by a company. Also, do not copy or reproduce passports issued by the government, licenses issued by public agencies and private groups, ID cards, and tickets, such as passes and meal coupons. • Comply with copyright notices The copying or reproduction of copyrighted creative works such as books, music, paintings, woodcut prints, maps, drawings, movies, and photographs is governed by national and international copyright laws. Do not use this product for the purpose of making illegal copies or to infringe copyright laws. Trademark Information Apple, the Apple logo, Macintosh, Mac OS, Power Macintosh, PowerBook, and QuickTime are registered trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc. Finder, Macintosh PC Exchange, Power Mac, iMac, and iBook are trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc. IBM and IBM PC/AT are registered trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation. PowerPC is a trademark of International Business Machines Corporation, used under license. Microsoft is a registered trademark, and Windows, MS-Windows and Windows NT trademarks, of Microsoft Corporation. Internet Explorer is a product of Microsoft Corporation. Pentium and i486 are trademarks of Intel Corporation. Internet is a trademark of Digital Equipment Corporation. Netscape and Netscape Navigator are registered trademarks of Netscape Communications Corporation. CompactFlash is a trademark of SanDisk Corporation. Lexar Media is a trademark of Lexar Media Corporation. Adobe and Acrobat are registered trademarks of Adobe Systems Inc. Zip is a registered trademark of Iomega Corporation in the U.S. and other countries. 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. Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine

9 .................................3 ..............................4-5 ..............................6-7 ......................11-22 ......................12-15 ......................16-22 ...............................16 ..........................16-18 ..........................18-19 ...............................20 ..........................21-22 ......................23-38 ......................24-29 ..........................24-25 ..........................26-27 ...............................28 ...............................29 ......................30-33 ...............................31 ...............................32 ...............................33 ......................34-38 ......................39-54 ...........................40 ......................41-45 ..........................42-43 ..........................44-45 .......................46-47 .......................48-49 ...........................50 ...........................51 ...........................52 ...........................53 ...........................54 Playing Pictures Back: Playback Options ...............................55-64 Full-Screen Playback .............................................................................56-57 Thumbnail Playback ....................................................................................58 Taking a Closer Look: Playback Zoom ........................................................59 Creating a Small Copy of Picture: Small Picture .....................................60-61 Movie Playback ...........................................................................................62 Photo Information ..................................................................................63-64 Connections: Connecting to External Devices .......................65-68 Connecting to a Computer..........................................................................66-67 Connecting to a Television or VCR ...................................................................68 Menu Guide: Camera Menu Options .....................................69-129 Index to Menu Options ...............................................................70-75 Using Camera Menus .................................................................76-78 Viewing the Menus ......................................................................................76 Making a Selection ......................................................................................77 Accessing Multi-Page Menus ......................................................................78 The Set-Up Menu........................................................................79-95 To View the SET-UP Menu ..........................................................................79 Making Effective Use of Memory: The Image Size and Quality Menu .....80-82 Organizing Your Pictures: The Folders Menu .........................................83-86 Monitor Options ..........................................................................................87 Conserving Battery Power: Auto Off ...........................................................88 File Numbering: Seq. Number .....................................................................89 CF Card Format ..........................................................................................90 Storing Camera Settings: Controls .............................................................90 Confirming Shutter Release: Shot Confirm Lamp ........................................91 Photo Information and Transfer Setting: Pic Data/Transfer ....................91-92 Date ...........................................................................................................92 Interface ................................................................................................92-94 Language ...................................................................................................94 Restoring Default Settings: Reset All ...........................................................95 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine

11 Introduction This chapter is divided into the following sections: Parts of the COOLPIX4300 Bookmark this section and refer to it as you read through the manual for information on the names and functions of camera parts. First Steps Before using your camera for the first time, complete the steps on the following pages. ....................96-116 ..........................97-98 ...............................99 ......................100-101 .............................102 .............................103 .............................104 ......................105-106 .............................106 ......................106-110 ......................111-113 ......................114-115 .............................116 ..................117-129 ......................118-120 .............................121 ......................122-123 .............................124 .............................125 ......................126-127 .............................128 .............................129 esources ..131-146 ......................132-133 ......................134-136 .............................137 ......................138-143 ......................144-146 ..................148-151 Parts of the COOLPIX4300 pp. 12-15 First Steps pp. 16-22 Step Page Step 1 Attach the Camera Strap 16 and Lens Cap Step 2 Insert the Battery 16-18 Step 3 Insert the Memory Card 18-19 Step 4 Choose a Language 20 Step 5 Set the Date and Time 21-22 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine

13 17 18 B 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 1 Red-eye reduction/Self-timer lamp .............................p. 48/42 2 Built-in Speedlight ...........................................................p. 48 3 Battery chamber cover ....................................................p. 17 4 Battery chamber cover latch............................................p. 17 5 Viewfinder ........................................................................p. 26 6 Lens ..............................................................................p. 144 7 Video output connector ...................................................p. 68 8 Tripod socket 9 Flash-ready lamp (red) .....................................................p. 28 10 Autofocus lamp (green) ....................................................p. 28 11 Viewfinder ........................................................................p. 26 12 1 (exposure compensation/sensitivity)/5 button.................. .....................................................p. 51/53/32, 33, 52, 57, 58 13 2(focus mode/manual focus)/6 button ......p. 41/54/63 14 3 (flash mode)/7 button ...................p. 49/32, 33, 57, 58 15 MENU button ............................................................p. 34, 76 16 QUICK p (quick review) button .....................................p. 30 17 Shutter release button .....................................................p. 28 18 Power switch.............................................................p. 24, 29 19 Zoom button .................................................p. 26, 46, 57, 59 20 TRANSFER button...........................................................p. 67 21 Camera strap eyelet ........................................................p. 16 22 Multi selector 23 Memory card slot cover ...................................................p. 19 24 USB connector (under cover) ..........................................p. 66 25 DC-in connector (under cover).........................................p. 18 A Monitor ...........................................................................p. 14 B Mode dial........................................................................p. 15 Introduction—Parts of the COOLPIX4300 5 6 7 8 mation on the function Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine

15 Introduction—Parts of the COOLPIX4300 B The Mode dial Mode a (Auto) i (Scene) å (Manual) m (Movie) SETUP (Setup) p (Playback) Description An automatic mode for simple, “point-and-shoot” snapshot pictures. This mode offers a choice of settings for specific scenes. Each of the 12 modes optimizes the camera for scenes of specific type, such as sunsets or portraits. Gives you complete control of all settings, including exposure mode. In this mode, you can record silent movies up to forty seconds in length. This mode lets you configure the camera’s basic settings such as date, time etc. This mode is used to play back and delete pictures. Page 24 34 96 50 79 117 g target/ ......................p. 99/112 ening ...................p. 104 e...........................p. 97 O equivalency) ......p. 53 hite .....................p. 103 ment ...................p. 103 .............................p. 82 y ............................p. 81 thod ......................p. 99 ode ......................p. 107 d.........................p. 108 play (manual exposure ...........................p. 107 ...........................p. 107 mpensation ..........p. 51 xposures remaining/ ovie ..................p. 25/50 15 16 17 18 19 22 23 21 20 e monitor. n level. Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine

17 nd Lens Cap ch the strap as shown. ens cap to ng the lens cap to the plied cord to prevent it 3 Open the battery-chamber cover • Pressing the battery-chamber cover latch ⁄, slide the battery-chamber cover out ¤ and flip it open ‹. Nikon EN-EL1 245) lithium battery y charger is provided battery before use. he instruction manual Introduction—First Steps 4 Insert the battery • Insert a fully charged EN-EL1 or new 2CR5 (DL245) battery as shown in the label on the underside of the battery-chamber cover. EN-EL1 2CR5 (DL245) 5 Close the battery-chamber cover the battery • Close the battery chamber cover ⁄ and slide it to the closed position ¤. To prevent the battery being dislodged during operation, be sure that the battery chamber cover is properly latched. 2 Turn the camera off Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine

19 Introduction—First Steps arate, rechargeable main battery is installed ately). After charging y ten hours of back- tended period, or may appear in the onnecting AC adapter to COOLPIX4300 DC-in connector CF) memory cards to 2 Insert the memory card • Slide the card-slot cover out ⁄ and flip it open ¤. Hold the card with the arrow (s) facing towards you and insert it in the direction of the arrow ‹, sliding it in until it is firmly in place and the eject button pops up. Close the card slot cover ›. Terminals Insert card terminals first with front label facing camera back Front label Direction of insertion Removing Memory Cards Memory cards can be removed without loss of data when the camera is off. To remove memory cards, turn the camera off and open the card-slot cover ⁄. Press the eject button to partially eject the card ¤ and then remove the card by hand. Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine

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