Nikon COOLPIX S9 User Manual

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viiiTable of ContentsIntroductionScene Modes: n Scene Mode ...32Assist and Scene M

88Shooting, Playback, and Setup MenusPlayback Options: The Playback MenuThe playback menu contains the following options.See “The m Button” (c 10) for

89Playback Options: The Playback MenuShooting, Playback, and Setup MenusSelecting Multiple PicturesFollow the steps below to select multiple picturesf

90Playback Options: The Playback MenuShooting, Playback, and Setup Menusw Print SetCreate digital “print orders” for PictBridge printers(c 126) and DP

91Playback Options: The Playback MenuShooting, Playback, and Setup MenusA DeleteThe delete menu contains the options shownbelow.If no memory card is i

92Playback Options: The Playback MenuShooting, Playback, and Setup MenusE Transfer MarkingWhen the camera is connected to a computer viathe supplied U

93Playback Options: The Playback MenuShooting, Playback, and Setup MenusL CopyCopy pictures between the internal memory and amemory card.The options o

94Shooting, Playback, and Setup MenusBasic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuThe setup menu contains the following options.See “The m Button” (c 10) for inf

95Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback, and Setup MenusDisplaying the Setup Menu* To display the setup menu in scene mode (c 38), one-

96Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback, and Setup MenusV Welcome ScreenYou can select the welcome screen to be displayedwhen the camer

97Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback, and Setup MenusW DateSet the camera clock and choose home and traveldestination time zones.Set

ixTable of ContentsIntroductionConnecting to Televisions, Computers, and Printers ...62Connecting to a TV...

98Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback, and Setup Menus4 Press IJ to choose the travel destina-tion time zone and press d.The setting

99Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback, and Setup Menusk Time Zones (c 16)The camera supports the time zones listed below. Increments

100Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback, and Setup MenusZ Monitor SettingsChoose whether or not to display information inthe monitor,

101Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback, and Setup Menusf Date ImprintDate and time of recording can be imprinted onpictures for print

102Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback, and Setup MenusDate CounterPictures taken while this option is in effect are imprinted with t

103Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback, and Setup Menusu AF AssistIf [Auto] is selected, AF-assist illumination will beused to assist

104Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback, and Setup Menush Blur WarningChoose whether or not to display the blur warning.Note that the

105Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback, and Setup MenusM Format Memory/O Format CardIf no memory card is inserted, this option is lab

106Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback, and Setup Menusj LanguageChoose one of 20 languages for display of cameramenus and messages.k

107Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback, and Setup Menusn Reset AllThis option restores the following settings to theirdefault values:

xTable of ContentsIntroductionk Interface... 106n Reset Al

108Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback, and Setup MenusShooting menuMovie menuOthers• Choosing [Reset all] also clears the current fi

109Technical NotesTechnical NotesOptional AccessoriesAt the time of writing, the following optional accessories were available forthe COOLPIX S9. Cont

110Optional AccessoriesTechnical NotesImage File and Folder NamesPictures, movies, time-lapse movies, voice recordings, and voice memos areassigned fi

111Technical NotesCaring for the CameraTo ensure continued enjoyment of this Nikon product, observe the followingprecautions when using or storing the

112Caring for the CameraTechnical Notesj The AF-Assist Illuminator LEDThe light-emitting diode (LED; c 4, 29) used in the AF-assistilluminator conform

113Caring for the CameraTechnical NotesCleaningDo not use alcohol, thinner, or other volatile chemicals.StorageTurn the camera off when not in use. Ch

114Technical NotesError MessagesThe following table lists the error messages and other warnings displayed inthe monitor, as well as the solutions for

115Error MessagesTechnical NotesOut of memoryM or OMemory card is full. • Choose smaller image size.• Delete pictures.• Insert new memory card.• Remov

116Error MessagesTechnical NotesFile contains no image datarFile not created with COOLPIX S9.View file on computer or other device.–This file cannot b

117Error MessagesTechnical NotesTransfer errorETransfer error. • Check battery level.• Check that USB cable is connected.2064System erroruError has oc

1IntroductionAbout This ManualThank you for your purchase of a Nikon COOLPIX S9 digital camera. Thismanual has been written to help you enjoy taking p

118Technical NotesTroubleshootingIf the camera fails to function as expected, check the list of common prob-lems below before consulting your retailer

119TroubleshootingTechnical NotesCamera cannot focus using auto-focus• Subject is low in contrast, dominated by repeating geometric patterns, cov-ers

120TroubleshootingTechnical NotesAF-assist illuminator does not light• [Off] is selected for AF assist option in camera setup menu.• AF-assist illumin

121TroubleshootingTechnical NotesFile cannot be played back • Time lapse or interval timer photogra-phy in progress: pictures cannot be played back un

122TroubleshootingTechnical NotesElectronically Controlled CamerasIn extremely rare instances, unusual characters may appear in the monitor and the ca

123Technical NotesSpecificationsNikon COOLPIX S9 Digital CameraType Compact digital cameraEffective pixels 6.1 millionCCD1/2.5-in. CCD; total pixels:

124SpecificationsTechnical Notes* Based on Camera and Imaging Products Association (CIPA) standards for measuringthe life of camera batteries. Measure

125SpecificationsTechnical NotesUnless otherwise stated, all figures are for a camera with fully chargedEN-EL8 battery operated at an ambient temperat

126SpecificationsTechnical NotesSupported Standards• DCF: Design Rule for Camera File System is a standard widely used in thedigital camera industry t

127Technical NotesIndexSymbolsL Auto mode 20–27T Delete button 10, 26, 47i D-Lighting button 4, 50l Help 11m Menu button 5, 10p Mode button 5, 9T Movi

2IntroductionInformation and PrecautionsLife-Long LearningAs part of Nikon’s “Life-Long Learning” commitment to ongoing product support and educa-tion

128IndexTechnical NotesFlash 28, 107lamp 5, 29mode 28Flash mode 87Focus 6, 24area 6, 24face-priority 44Folder names 110Format 19, 105Framing 22assist

129IndexTechnical NotesSelf-timer lamp 4, 30Setup menu 94–108Shooting menu 76–86Shutter-release button 4Slide show 90Small picture 51Smear 113Sound se

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3Information and PrecautionsIntroductionNotice Concerning Prohibition of Copying or ReproductionNote that simply being in possession of material that

4IntroductionParts of the CameraAttaching the Camera StrapBuilt-in flash (c 28)Lens(c 22, 111)Eyelet for camera strapSelf-timer lamp (c 30)AF-assist i

5Parts of the CameraIntroductionIndicator lamp (c 24)/Flash lamp (c 28)Monitor (c 6, 113)m button (c 10, 76)Multi connectorTripod socketo (shooting/pl

6IntroductionThe MonitorThe following indicators may appear in the monitor during shooting andplayback (actual display varies with current camera sett

7The MonitorIntroductionPlayback100NIKON100NIKON12:0012:0012:00100NIKON9999.JPG9999.JPG9999.JPG2006.10.102006.10.102006.10.109999999999999999OMMww9999

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8IntroductionBasic OperationsThe o (shooting/playback) ButtonPress o once in shooting mode to enter full-frame playback; press again to switch back t

9Basic OperationsIntroductionThe p ButtonPress p during shooting or playback to displayeach mode-selection menu.To choose the desired mode, use the mu

10Basic OperationsIntroductionThe m ButtonPress m to display the menu for the mode selected (c 9).The following is a brief introduction of the parts o

11Basic OperationsIntroductionHelp DisplaysInformation about camera menu options can be displayed in the COOLPIX S9monitor. Press the zoom control to

12First StepsFirst StepsCharging the BatteryThe camera uses a rechargeable Nikon EN-EL8 lithium-ion battery (supplied).Charge the battery before first

13Charging the BatteryFirst Steps3 Unplug the charger.Remove the battery and unplug the charger.j The MH-62 Battery ChargerBefore using the MH-62, rea

14First StepsInserting the BatteryThe camera uses a rechargeable EN-EL8 lithium-ion battery (supplied).1 Open the battery-chamber/memory cardslot cove

15Inserting the BatteryFirst StepsTurning On and Off the CameraTo turn on the camera, press the power switch. Thepower-on lamp (green) will light for

16First StepsSetting Display Language, Date, and TimeA language-selection dialog is displayed the first time the camera is turnedon. 1 Turn on the cam

17Setting Display Language, Date, and TimeFirst Steps5 Press IJ to select your home time zoneand press d.The date menu is displayed.6 Press GH to edit

iIntroductionFirst StepsBasic Photography and Playback: L (Auto) ModeScene Modes: n Scene ModeOne-Touch Portrait ModeMore on PlaybackMoviesVoice Recor

18First StepsInserting Memory CardsPictures are stored in the camera’s internal memory (24 MB) or on removableSecure Digital (SD) memory cards (availa

19Inserting Memory CardsFirst Stepsj Formatting Memory CardsIf the message at right is displayed, the memory card must beformatted before use (c 105).

20Basic Photography and Playback: L (Auto) ModeBasic Photography and Playback: L (Auto) ModeStep 1 Turn the Camera On and Select L (Auto) ModeThis sec

21Step 1 Turn the Camera On and Select L (Auto) ModeBasic Photography and Playback: L (Auto) Model Available Functions in Auto Shooting ModeIn L mode,

22Basic Photography and Playback: L (Auto) ModeStep 2 Frame a Picture1 Ready the camera.Hold the camera steadily in both hands, keeping yourfingers an

23Step 2 Frame a PictureBasic Photography and Playback: L (Auto) Modej Digital ZoomUnlike optical zoom, data from the camera’s image sensor are proces

24Basic Photography and Playback: L (Auto) ModeStep 3 Focus and Shoot1 Press the shutter-release button halfway.The camera focuses on the subject at t

25Step 3 Focus and ShootBasic Photography and Playback: L (Auto) Model Shutter-Release ButtonThe camera features a two-stage shutter-release button. T

26Basic Photography and Playback: L (Auto) ModeStep 4 Viewing and Deleting PicturesFull-Frame Playback1Press o to display pictures in the monitor.To v

27Step 4 Viewing and Deleting PicturesBasic Photography and Playback: L (Auto) Modek Full-Frame Playback ModeThe following options are available in fu

iiIntroductionIntroductionFor Your SafetyTo prevent damage to your Nikon product or injury to yourself or to others,read the following safety precauti

28Basic Photography and Playback: L (Auto) ModeUsing the FlashThe flash has a range of 0.3–2.6 m (1 ft.–8 ft. 6 in.) when the camera iszoomed out all

29Using the FlashBasic Photography and Playback: L (Auto) Modej Note on Using the FlashWhen using the flash at a wide-angle zoom position, reflections

30Basic Photography and Playback: L (Auto) ModeTaking Pictures with the Self-TimerThe camera is equipped with a ten-second timer for self-portraits. W

31Basic Photography and Playback: L (Auto) ModeMacro Close-up ModeMacro close-up mode is used for taking shots of pictures as close as 4 cm(1.6 in.).

32Scene Modes: n Scene ModeScene Modes: n Scene ModeAssist and Scene ModesThe camera offers a choice of four “assist” modesand eleven “scene” modes.In

33Scene Modes: n Scene ModeAssist ModesTaking Pictures in Assist Modes1 Enter scene mode by pressing pin shooting mode, selecting n (pressthe multi se

34Assist ModesScene Modes: n Scene ModeB Portrait AssistUse this mode for portraits in which the main sub-ject stands out clearly while background det

35Assist ModesScene Modes: n Scene ModeE Landscape AssistUse this mode for vivid landscapes, cityscapes, andportraits featuring a landmark in the back

36Assist ModesScene Modes: n Scene ModeP Sports AssistUse this mode for dynamic action shots that freezethe action in a single shot or record motion i

37Assist ModesScene Modes: n Scene ModeD Night Portrait AssistUse this mode to achieve a natural balancebetween the main subject and background lighti

iiiFor Your SafetyIntroductionObserve caution when han-dling the batteryThe battery may leak or explode ifimproperly handled. Observe thefollowing pre

38Scene Modes: n Scene ModeScene ModesTaking Pictures in Scene Modes1 Enter scene mode by pressingp in shooting mode, selectingn (press the multi sele

39Scene ModesScene Modes: n Scene ModeThe following modes are available:C Party/indoorCaptures the effects of candlelight and other indoor back-ground

40Scene ModesScene Modes: n Scene Model Focusing at InfinityThe focus indicator (c 29) is always green when the shutter-release button is pressed half

41Scene ModesScene Modes: n Scene ModeN MuseumUse indoors where flash photography is prohibited (for exam-ple, in museums and art galleries) or in oth

42Scene ModesScene Modes: n Scene ModeTaking Pictures for a PanoramaThe camera focuses on the subject in the center of the frame. Use a tripodfor best

43Scene ModesScene Modes: n Scene Mode2 Press GHIJ to choose thedirection and press d.3 Take the first picture.The first picture is displayed in the

44One-Touch Portrait ModeOne-Touch Portrait ModeTaking Pictures in the One-Touch Portrait ModeFor portrait shots, press the m button when the camera i

45One-Touch Portrait ModeThe One-Touch Portrait MenuPress m in one-touch portrait mode to displaythe one-touch portrait menu. Options chosen inthis m

46More on PlaybackMore on PlaybackViewing Multiple Pictures: Thumbnail PlaybackPress the zoom control to t (j) in full-frameplayback to display pictur

47More on PlaybackTaking a Closer Look: Playback ZoomPress the zoom control to v (k) to zoom in on stillimages displayed in full-frame playback (c 26)

ivFor Your SafetyIntroduction• Do not handle the plug or batterycharger with wet hands. Failure toobserve this precaution couldresult in electric shoc

48More on PlaybackEditing PicturesUse the COOLPIX S9 to edit pictures in-camera and store them as separatefiles. The editing features described below

49Editing PicturesMore on PlaybackCreating a Cropped Copy: CropThis function is only available when N:u is displayed in the monitor withplayback zoom

50Editing PicturesMore on PlaybackEnhancing Brightness and Contrast: D-Lighting1 Display the desired picture in full-frameplayback (c 26) and press i

51Editing PicturesMore on PlaybackH Resizing Pictures: Small PictureThe following sizes are available:I 640×480: Suited to television playback.J 320×2

52More on PlaybackVoice Memos: Recording and PlaybackUse the camera’s built-in microphone (c 4) torecord voice memos for pictures marked with N:Oin fu

53MoviesMoviesMovie ModeTo shoot movies with sound recorded via the built-in microphone, selectshooting mode and follow the steps below.1 Enter movie

54MoviesThe Movie MenuPress m in movie mode to display the movie menu. Options chosen in thismenu are restored the next time movie mode is selected.Se

55The Movie MenuMoviesTime-Lapse Movies1 Press the multi selector GH to choose[Movie options] > [Time-lapse movie640]and press d.2 Press GH to cho

56The Movie MenuMoviesStop-Motion Movies1 Press the multi selector GH to choose[Movie options] > [Stop-motion movie]and press d.2 Press GH to choos

57The Movie MenuMoviesAuto-Focus ModeChoose how the camera focuses in movie mode.Z Single AF (default)Camera focuses when shutter-release button is pr

vIntroductionNoticesNotice for Customers in theU.S.A.Federal Communications Com-mission (FCC) Radio FrequencyInterference StatementThis equipment has

58MoviesMovie PlaybackIn full-frame playback (c 26), movies are recog-nized by the T icon. To play a movie, display it infull-frame playback and press

59Voice RecordingsVoice RecordingsMaking Voice RecordingsAudio voice recordings can be recorded over the built-in microphone andplayed back over the b

60Voice RecordingsPlaying Voice Recordings1 Enter audio playback mode bypressing p in playback mode,selecting q (press the multi selec-tor H), and the

61Voice RecordingsCopying Voice RecordingsTo copy voice recordings between internal memory and a memory card, dis-play the voice recording list shown

62Connecting to Televisions, Computers, and PrintersConnecting to Televisions, Computers, and PrintersYou can connect your camera to your television,

63Connecting to Televisions, Computers, and PrintersConnecting to a TVConnect the camera to a television using the A/V cable to play back pictureson t

64Connecting to Televisions, Computers, and PrintersConnecting to a ComputerUse the USB cable and PictureProject software supplied with your camera to

65Connecting to a ComputerConnecting to Televisions, Computers, and PrintersSetting the USB OptionSet the USB option (c 106) in the setup menu on the

66Connecting to a ComputerConnecting to Televisions, Computers, and PrintersTransferring Pictures to a Computer1 Start a computer to which PictureProj

67Connecting to a ComputerConnecting to Televisions, Computers, and Printers5 Disconnect the camera once transfer is complete.If the USB option is set

viNoticesIntroductionNotice for Customers in Can-adaCAUTIONThis class B digital apparatus meetsall requirements of the CanadianInterference Causing Eq

68Connecting to Televisions, Computers, and PrintersConnecting to a PrinterUsers of PictBridge-compatible (c 117) printers can connect the cameradirec

69Connecting to a PrinterConnecting to Televisions, Computers, and PrintersConnecting the Camera and Printer1 Set the USB option (c 65) to [PTP].2 Tur

70Connecting to a PrinterConnecting to Televisions, Computers, and Printersj Connecting the USB Cable• When connecting the USB cable, be sure that the

71Connecting to a PrinterConnecting to Televisions, Computers, and Printers5 Press GH to choose the desired papersize and press d.Monitor display ret

72Connecting to a PrinterConnecting to Televisions, Computers, and PrintersPrinting Multiple PicturesAfter connecting the camera to the printer correc

73Connecting to a PrinterConnecting to Televisions, Computers, and Printers5 Choose the pictures and number of cop-ies (up to 9) of each and press d.T

74Connecting to Televisions, Computers, and PrintersCreating a DPOF Print Order: Print SetThe [Print set] option in the playback menu (c 88) is used t

75Creating a DPOF Print Order: Print SetConnecting to Televisions, Computers, and Printers5 Press d.Press GH to choose an option and press d toenable

76Shooting, Playback, and Setup MenusShooting, Playback, and Setup MenusShooting Options: The Shooting MenuThe shooting menu contains the following op

77Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuShooting, Playback, and Setup MenusZ Image ModePictures taken with a digital camera are recorded asimage files. T

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78Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuShooting, Playback, and Setup Menusk Image Mode and the Number of Exposures RemainingThe following table lists th

79Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuShooting, Playback, and Setup Menusd White BalanceAdjust white balance based on the light source togive pictures

80Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuShooting, Playback, and Setup Menusf Preset White BalancePreset white balance is used with mixed lighting or to c

81Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuShooting, Playback, and Setup MenusI Exp. +/–Exposure compensation is used to alter exposurefrom the value select

82Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuShooting, Playback, and Setup Menusq ContinuousCapture a fleeting expression on a portrait subject,photograph a s

83Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuShooting, Playback, and Setup Menusz Interval Timer Photography1 Press the multi selector GH to choose[Intvl time

84Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuShooting, Playback, and Setup MenusA Best Shot Selector (BSS)The “best shot selector” is recommended from situ-at

85Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuShooting, Playback, and Setup MenusW SensitivitySensitivity is a measure of how quickly the camera reacts to ligh

86Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuShooting, Playback, and Setup Menusd Color OptionsMake colors more vivid or record pictures in mono-chrome.The ef

87Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuShooting, Playback, and Setup MenusRestrictions on Camera SettingsRestrictions apply to the following settings in