Nikon L2 - L3 User Manual

EnNIKKOR3XOPTICALZOOM6.3-19.2mm1:3.2-5.3The Nikon Guide to Digital Photographywith the

viiiFor Your Safety ... iiWARNINGS ...

88Technical NotesThe following table lists the error messages and other warnings that appear in the monitor and how to deal with them.Error MessagesDi

89Technical NotesIMAGE CANNOT BE SAVED or Error occurred while recording picture.Format internal memory or memory card.70Camera has run out of file nu

90Technical NotesNEW CITY IS IN THE CURRENT TIME ZONEDestination in same time zone as home.No need to change time zones if destination is in same time

91Technical NotesIf the camera fails to function as expected, check the list of common prob-lems below before consulting your retailer or Nikon repres

92Technical NotesCamera cannot focus using auto-focus• Subject is low in contrast, dominated by repeating geometric patterns, cov-ers too small an are

93Technical NotesBlur warning is not displayed Blur warning is not displayed in self-timer mode or when , , , or is selected in scene mode, option ot

94Technical NotesElectronically Controlled CamerasIn extremely rare instances, unusual characters may appear in the monitor and the camera may stop fu

95Technical NotesDefaults ( 42, 61, 63, 72)Choosing Reset for Reset all restores the following default settings:AppendixOption Default Option Default

96Technical NotesChoosing Reset also clears the current file number ( 99) from memory. Numbering will continue from the lowest number available (to re

97Technical NotesScene Mode Settings ( 23)The following table lists the default flash mode, self-timer, and macro close-up settings for each scene. Th

ixViewing Pictures on TV ... 48Viewing Pictures on a Computer ...

98Technical NotesImage Mode ( 72) and Movie Options ( 41)The following table lists the number of pictures or maximum total movie length that can be st

99Technical NotesRestrictions on Camera Settings ( 72)Restrictions apply to the following settings in mode:Image File and Folder NamesPictures, movi

100Technical Notescurrent folder number. If a picture is taken when the current folder is numbered 999 and contains 200 pictures or a picture numbered

101Technical NotesRefreshing Nikon EN-MH1 Rechargeable NiMH Batteries ( 6, 83)An MH-71 battery charger and rechargeable EN-MH1 NiMH batteries are prov

102Technical NotesNikon COOLPIX L2/L3 Digital CameraSpecificationsTypeCompact digital cameraEffective pixels6.0 million (COOLPIX L2)/5.1 million (COOL

103Technical Notes* Based on Camera and Imaging Products Association (CIPA) standard for measuring life of camera batteries. Measured at 25°C (77°F);

104Technical NotesUnless otherwise stated, all figures are for a camera with fully-charged EN-MH1 batter-ies operated at an ambient temperature of 25°

105Symbols (auto) mode, 13–16 (playback) button, 17, 40, 43–47 (movie) mode, 39 (delete) button, 17, 44, 45 (wait) icon, 88AA/V cable, 48A/V-out conne

106Monitor, 3, 4–5, 13, 66, 87brightness, 66indicators in, 4–5Monitor settings, 66MOVIE menu, 41Movies, 39–42recording, 39, 41viewing, 40Multi selecto

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xUse Only Nikon Brand Electronic AccessoriesNikon COOLPIX cameras are designed to the highest standards and include complex electronic circuitry. Only

No reproduction in any form of this manual, in whole or in part (except for brief quotation in critical articles or reviews), may be made without writ

1IntroductionIntroductionThank you for your purchase of a Nikon COOLPIX L2/L3 digital camera. This manual has been written to help you enjoy taking pi

2IntroductionAttaching the Camera StrapAttach the strap as shown below.Parts of the Camera6.3-19.2mm1:3.2-5.3NIKKOR3XOPTICALZOOMPower-on lamp ( 9)Powe

3IntroductionThe Multi SelectorPress the multi selector up, down, left, or right to highlight pictures and menu items, then press the center to select

4IntroductionThe following indicators may appear in the monitor during shooting and playback (actual display varies with current camera settings):Shoo

5IntroductionPlayback1 Current folder ...992 File number and type...993 Internal memory/Memory card indicator...

6IntroductionInserting BatteriesThe camera uses two AA batteries. Depending on the country or region of purchase, the package will include either alka

7IntroductionInsert the batteries1Open the battery chamber.Hold the camera upside down to prevent the batteries from falling out.2Insert the batteries

Trademark InformationMacintosh, Mac OS, and QuickTime are registered trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc. Microsoft and Windows are registered trademark

8IntroductionPower saving modes and auto power offThis camera features a three-stage power saving function, which works as follows if no operation is

9IntroductionBasic SetupA language-selection dialog is displayed the first time the camera is turned on. Choose a language and set the time and date a

10Introduction34Highlight Yes and press the cen-ter of the multi selector.The TIME ZONE menu is displayed.** If daylight saving time is in effect, pre

11IntroductionInserting Memory CardsPictures are stored in the camera’s internal memory (approximately 23MB) or on removable Secure Digital (SD) memor

12Introduction2Insert the memory card.Open the memory card slot. Slide the memory card in as shown until it clicks into place. Close the memory card s

13Basic Photography and PlaybackBasic Photography and Playback This section describes how to take pictures in (auto) mode, an automatic, “point-and-

14Basic Photography and PlaybackStep3 Frame a picture1Ready the camera.Hold the camera steadily in both hands, keeping your fingers and other objects

15Basic Photography and PlaybackStep4 Focus and shoot1Focus.Press the shutter-release button halfway. The camera will focus on the subject in the cent

16Basic Photography and PlaybackThe Shutter-Release Button –Focus LockTo set focus and exposure, lightly press the shutter-release button about halfwa

17Basic Photography and PlaybackPress the button to display a picture in the monitor. Use the multi selector to view additional pictures: press the

iBasic Photography and PlaybackViewing Pictures on the CameraConnecting to Televisions, Computers, and PrintersMenusTechnical NotesScene ModeIntroduct

18Basic Photography and PlaybackThe flash has a range of 0.3–3.0m (1ft.–9ft. 10in.) when the camera is zoomed all the way out. The range at maximum zo

19Basic Photography and PlaybackRed-eye ReductionThe camera uses advanced red-eye reduction. Low-intensity light pulses cause the sub-ject’s pupils to

20Basic Photography and PlaybackThe camera is equipped with a ten-second timer for self-portraits. When using the self-timer, mount the camera on a tr

21Basic Photography and PlaybackThe self-timer lamp will blink until one second before the picture is taken, staying lit during the final second to wa

22Basic Photography and PlaybackMacro close-up mode is used for taking shots of objects as close as 10cm (3.9in.).Note that flash may be unable to lig

23Scene ModeScene ModeScene mode offers a choice of twelve “scene” and four “assist” settings. Camera settings are automatically optimized for the sel

24Scene ModeAssist ModesThese modes offer a selection of framing assist options that allow you to compose pictures with the help of framing guides dis

25Scene Mode Portrait AssistUse for smooth, natural-looking portraits.FACE-PRIOR-ITY AFCamera automatically focuses on face of portrait subject ( 26).

26Scene ModeTaking Pictures with Face-Priority AF12Highlight and press center of multi selector. icon blinks in monitor.Frame picture using size of

27Scene ModeFace-Priority AFThe camera’s ability to detect faces depends on a variety of factors, including whether or not the subject is facing the c

iiTo prevent damage to your Nikon product or injury to yourself or to others, read the following safety precautions in their entirety before using thi

28Scene Mode Sports AssistCapture motion in a series of high-speed shots. No framing guides are displayed. Night Portrait AssistUse for a natural bala

29Scene ModeOther ScenesTo take pictures in other scene modes:The following modes are available:12Select mode. Press the MENU button.34Make selectio

30Scene Mode SUNSETPreserves the deep hues seen in sunsets and sunrises. Camera focuses at infinity.* Hold camera steady to pre-vent blurring. DUSK/DA

31Scene Mode* Focus indicator ( 15) is always displayed in green when shutter-release button is pressed halfway; note, however, that foreground object

32Scene ModeTaking Pictures for a Panorama ( 31)The camera focuses on the subject in the center of the frame. Use a tripod for better results.12Highli

33Scene ModePanorama AssistFlash mode ( 18), self-timer ( 20) and macro close-up ( 22) cannot be adjusted after the first picture is taken. Pictures c

34Scene ModeNotes on Voice recording• Do not touch the microphone during voice recording.• Voice recording is not possible if the internal memory/memo

35Scene ModePlaying Voice RecordingsVolume can be adjusted with the button during voice recording play-back and the controls of the voice recording

36Scene ModeTo return to the Voice Recording modePress on the voice recording list screen to return to the Voice Recording mode.Deleting Voice Recor

37Scene ModeCopying Voice RecordingsThis option is used to transfer voice recordings from the camera’s internal memory to the memory card, or vice ver

iii• Use only the batteries listed of this man-ual ( 7). Do not use other types. Do not mix old and new batteries or batter-ies of different makes or

38Scene ModeCopy• If there is not enough space in the memory or on the memory card to receive the copy, the message “SOUND FILE CANNOT BE SAVED” will

39MoviesMoviesFollow the steps below to shoot movies with sound recorded via the built-in microphone. Movies recorded to internal memory at the defaul

40MoviesIn full-frame playback ( 43), movies ( 39) are indicated by a icon.To play a movie, display it in full-frame playback and press the center o

41MoviesThe movie menu contains the options shown below.To display the movie menu: Movie OptionsMovies can be recorded at the following sizes:Movie Op

42Movies Auto-focus ModeChoose how the camera focuses in movie mode.MoviesSee the Appendix for information on movie menu defaults ( 95) and on the max

43Viewing Pictures on the CameraViewing Pictures on the CameraTo view pictures full-frame in the monitor (full-frame playback), press the button (if

44Viewing Pictures on the CameraViewing Multiple Pictures: Thumbnail PlaybackPressing the ( ) button in full-frame playback displays pictures in “co

45Viewing Pictures on the CameraTaking a Closer Look: Playback ZoomDuring full-frame playback ( 43), the ( ) button can be used to zoom in on pictur

46Viewing Pictures on the CameraEnhancing Contrast: D-LightingIf a icon appears on a picture during full-frame playback ( 43), D-lighting can be use

47Viewing Pictures on the CameraVoice Memos: Recording and PlaybackThe built-in microphone ( 2) can be used to record voice memos for pictures marked

ivHandle moving parts with careBe careful that your fingers or other objects are not pinched by the lens cover or other moving parts.CD-ROMsThe CD-ROM

48Connecting to Televisions, Computers, and PrintersConnecting to Televisions, Computers, and PrintersIn addition to viewing pictures on the camera, y

49Connecting to Televisions, Computers, and PrintersBefore pictures can be transferred (copied) to a computer, PictureProject must be installed. For m

50Connecting to Televisions, Computers, and PrintersThe following messages will be displayed:The pictures will be displayed in PictureProject when tra

51Connecting to Televisions, Computers, and PrintersChoosing a USB Option for Connection to a ComputerConsult the following table when choosing a USB

52Connecting to Televisions, Computers, and PrintersDisconnecting the CameraIf PTP is selected for USB, turn the camera off and disconnect the USB cab

53Connecting to Televisions, Computers, and PrintersUsers of PictBridge-compatible printers can connect the camera directly to the printer and print p

54Connecting to Televisions, Computers, and PrintersPrinting the Date of Recording on PicturesTwo options are available for printing the date of recor

55Connecting to Televisions, Computers, and Printers4Turn the camera on.A PictBridge start-up screen will be displayed. The camera will then enter ful

56Connecting to Televisions, Computers, and Printers3Press multi selector up or down to highlight option, press center to select:Paper SizeThe camera

57Connecting to Televisions, Computers, and PrintersPrinting Multiple PicturesTo print multiple pictures, press the MENU button while the PictBridge p

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58Connecting to Televisions, Computers, and Printers* Press center of multi selector again to cancel before printing is complete.34Choose number of pr

59Connecting to Televisions, Computers, and PrintersCreating a DPOF Print Order: Print SetThe Print set option in the playback menu ( 78) is used to c

60MenusMenusMenus are available for shooting, playback, movies, and camera setup. Press the MENU button to display the menus; press again to return to

61MenusUse the multi selector to navigate the menus:Default SettingsSee the Appendix for information on menu defaults ( 95).To make a selection from a

62MenusTo select multiple pictures in the Print set ( 59), Erase selected images (80), Protect ( 80), Transfer marking>Select image(s) ( 80), or Co

63Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuThe setup menu contains the following options:Default SettingsSee the Appendix for information on setup menu defau

64Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu MenusChoose how menus are displayed. Welcome ScreenChoose the welcome screen displayed when the camera is turned

65Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuTo switch between home ( ) and travel destination ( ) time zones:To switch between home ( ) and travel destination

66Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu Monitor SettingsThe following options are available:Photo InfoThe following display options are available:Option

67Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu Date ImprintImprint date information on pictures as they are taken.At settings other than Off, the option selecte

viNotice for customers in the State of CaliforniaWARNING: Handling the cord on this product will expose you to lead, a chemi-cal known to the State of

68Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuSample date counter time stamps are shown below.Date ImprintThe date is recorded in the order selected in the DATE

69Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu Blur WarningChoose whether or not the blur warning is displayed ( 16). Note that the warning may not always be di

70Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu Format Memory/ Format CardIf no memory card is inserted, this option is named Format memory and formats internal

71Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu InterfaceAdjust settings for connection to a computer or video device. Reset AllSelect Reset all to restore camer

72Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuWith the exception of Image mode, the following options are available only in (auto) mode. See “Menus” for info

73Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuThe current setting is shown by an icon in the dis-play. White BalanceProcess pictures to produce natural colors

74Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuAt settings other than Auto, the current setting is shown by an icon in the display. Preset White BalancePreset w

75Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu* To restore most recent value for preset white balance, highlight Cancel and press center of multi selector.Pres

76Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuAt settings other than Single, focus, exposure, and white balance are fixed at the values for the first pic-ture

77Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu Color OptionsMake colors more vivid or record pictures in mono-chrome.The effects of the selected option can be

vii• Comply with copyright noticesThe copying or reproduction of copy-righted creative works such as books, music, paintings, woodcut prints, maps, dr

78Playback Options: The Playback MenuThe playback menu contains the following options. See “Menus” for information on viewing and using the playback m

79Playback Options: The Playback Menu Slide ShowPlay pictures back in an automated “slide show,” with about three seconds between each picture.MoviesM

80Playback Options: The Playback Menu DeleteDelete all or selected pictures. Note that pictures marked with a icon are protected and cannot be delet

81Playback Options: The Playback Menu Small Pic.Create a small copy of the current picture. Choose from the following sizes:A confirmation dialog will

82Playback Options: The Playback Menu CopyCopy pictures between internal memory and a mem-ory card.Selecting either of the above options displays the

83Technical NotesTechnical NotesAt the time of writing, the following optional accessories were available for this camera. Contact your local retailer

84Technical NotesMemory Cards• Use only Secure Digital (SD) memory cards.• Format memory cards before first use ( 70).• Do not eject the memory card,

85Technical NotesTo ensure continued enjoyment of this Nikon product, observe the following precautions when storing or using the device.Handle the le

86Technical NotesBatteries• Check the battery level when taking the camera out and replace the batteries if nec-essary ( 13). If possible, carry spare

87Technical NotesStorageTurn the camera off when not in use. Check that the power-on lamp is off before putting the camera away and remove the batteri