Nikon Coolpix A100 User Manual

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viiiIntroduction• Do not damage, modify, forcibly tug or bend the USB cable, place it under heavy objects, or expose it to heat or flames. Should the

84Using MenusAF AssistDigital ZoomB Notes About Digital Zoom• Digital zoom cannot be used in the following shooting modes:- Portrait, Night portrait,

85Using MenusSound SettingsAuto OffSet the amount of time that elapses before the camera enters standby mode (A12).You can select 30 s, 1 min (default

86Using MenusFormat Card/Format MemoryUse this option to format a memory card or the internal memory.Formatting the memory cards or internal memory pe

87Using MenusLanguageSelect a language for display of camera menus and messages.Video ModeAdjust settings necessary for connection to a TV. Select fro

88Using MenusCharge by ComputerB Notes About Charging with a Computer• When connected to a computer, the camera turns on and starts charging. If the c

89Using MenusReset AllWhen Reset is selected, the camera’s settings are restored to their default values.• Some settings, such as Time zone and date o

90Connecting the Camera to a TV, Printer, or ComputerConnecting the Camera to a TV, Printer, or ComputerYou can enhance your enjoyment of images and m

91Connecting the Camera to a TV, Printer, or ComputerViewing images on a TV A92Images and movies captured with the camera can be viewed on a TV.Connec

92Connecting the Camera to a TV, Printer, or Computer1 Turn off the camera and connect it to the TV.• Connect the yellow plug to the video-in jack and

93Connecting the Camera to a TV, Printer, or ComputerUsers of PictBridge-compatible printers can connect the camera directly to the printer and print

ixIntroductionNotices for Customers in the U.S.A.IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS -SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.DANGER - TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRI

94Connecting the Camera to a TV, Printer, or ComputerB If the PictBridge Startup Screen Is Not DisplayedWhen Auto is selected for Charge by computer (

95Connecting the Camera to a TV, Printer, or ComputerPrinting Multiple Images1 When the Print selection screen is displayed, press the d (menu) button

96Connecting the Camera to a TV, Printer, or ComputerPrint selectionSelect images (up to 99) and the number of copies (up to 9) of each.• Use the mult

97Connecting the Camera to a TV, Printer, or ComputerInstalling ViewNX-iViewNX-i is free software that enables you to transfer images and movies to yo

98Connecting the Camera to a TV, Printer, or ComputerIf a message is displayed prompting you to choose a program, select Nikon Transfer 2.• When using

99Connecting the Camera to a TV, Printer, or Computer2 After Nikon Transfer 2 starts, click Start Transfer.• Image transfer begins. When image transfe

100Technical NotesTechnical NotesCaring for the Product ...101The Camera

101Technical NotesObserve the precautions described below in addition to the warnings in “For Your Safety” (Avi–viii) when using or storing the device

102Technical NotesNotes About the Monitor• Monitors and electronic viewfinders are constructed with extremely high precision; at least 99.99% of pixel

103Technical NotesCarrying Spare BatteriesWhenever possible, carry fully charged spare batteries when taking pictures on important occasions.Using the

xIntroductionNotice for Customers in the State of CaliforniaWARNINGHandling the cord on this product will expose you to lead, a chemical known to the

104Technical NotesMemory CardsPrecautions for Use• Use only Secure Digital memory cards (A122).• Be sure to follow the precautions described in the do

105Technical NotesCleaningDo not use alcohol, thinner, or other volatile chemicals.StorageRemove the battery if the camera will not be used for an ext

106Technical NotesRefer to the table below if an error message is displayed.Error MessagesDisplay Cause/SolutionABattery temperature is elevated. The

107Technical NotesImage cannot be modified.Check that the images can be edited. 49, 114Cannot record movie.A time-out error occurred while saving the

108Technical Notes* See the documentation provided with your printer for further guidance and information.Printer error: check printer status.After so

109Technical NotesIf the camera fails to function as expected, check the list of common problems below before consulting your retailer or Nikon-author

110Technical NotesThe battery inserted in the camera cannot be charged.• Confirm all connections.• When connected to a computer, the camera may not ch

111Technical NotesShooting IssuesScreen for setting time zone and date is displayed when the camera is turned on.The clock battery is exhausted; all s

112Technical NotesStreaks of light or partial discoloration are visible in the monitor.Smear may occur when extremely bright light strikes the image s

113Technical NotesRandomly spaced bright pixels (“noise”) appear in movies.When recording movies in dim lighting, the image may contain noise. This oc

xiTable of ContentsTable of ContentsIntroduction ...

114Technical NotesPlayback IssuesProblem Cause/Solution AFile cannot be played back.• This camera may not be able to play back images saved with anoth

115Technical NotesThe PictBridge startup screen is not displayed when the camera is connected to a printer.With some PictBridge-compatible printers, t

116Technical NotesImages or movies are assigned file names as follows.File name: DSCN 0001 .JPG(1) (2) (3)File Names(1) IdentifierNot shown on the scr

117Technical NotesAvailability may vary with country or region.See our website or brochures for the latest information.Optional AccessoriesBattery cha

118Technical NotesNikon COOLPIX A100 Digital CameraSpecificationsTypeCompact digital cameraNumber of effective pixels20.1 million (Image processing ma

119Technical NotesStorageMediaInternal memory (approx. 25 MB), SD/SDHC/SDXC memory cardFile systemDCF and Exif 2.3 compliantFile formatsStill images:

120Technical NotesInterfaceUSB connectorHi-Speed USB• Supports Direct Print (PictBridge)• Also used as audio/video output connector (NTSC or PAL can b

121Technical Notes• Unless otherwise stated, all figures assume a fully-charged battery and an ambient temperature of 23 ±3°C (73.4 ±5.4°F) as specifi

122Technical NotesMemory Cards That Can Be UsedThe camera supports SD, SDHC, and SDXC memory cards.• Memory cards with an SD Speed Class rating of 6 o

123Technical NotesAVC Patent Portfolio LicenseThis product is licensed under the AVC Patent Portfolio License for the personal and non-commercial use

xiiTable of ContentsSpecial Effects Mode (Applying Effects When Shooting)... 27Smart Portrait Mode (Enhancing Hu

124Technical NotesSymbolsx Scene auto selector mode... 17, 19C Scene mode ...

125Technical NotesDDate and time ... 9, 78Date format... 9, 78Date stamp...

126Technical NotesNNight landscape j ... 20, 21Night portrait e... 20Nikon Transfer 2...

127Technical NotesTelephoto ... 13Televisions ... 91, 92Thumbnail

YP6D02(11)6MN62311-02No reproduction in any form of this manual, in whole or in part (except for brief quotation in critical articles or reviews), may

xiiiTable of ContentsAF Area Mode...

xivTable of ContentsThe Camera...

1Parts of the CameraParts of the CameraThe Camera Body123 465897Lens cover closed1Shutter-release button... 122Zoom control...

2Parts of the Camera11 12 1410 131243578691Charge lamp...7Flash lamp...

3Parts of the CameraThe information that is displayed in the monitor during shooting and playback changes depending on the camera’s settings and state

IntroductioniTable of ContentsxiParts of the Camera1Preparing for Shooting6Basic Shooting and Playback Operations11Shooting Features19Playback Feature

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6Preparing for ShootingPreparing for Shooting• With the battery’s positive and negative terminals oriented correctly, move the orange battery latch (3

7Preparing for Shooting1 With the battery installed, connect the camera to an electrical outlet.If a plug adapter* is included with your camera, secur

8Preparing for ShootingB Notes About the USB CableMake sure that the plugs are properly oriented. Do not insert or remove the plugs at an angle when c

9Preparing for ShootingWhen the camera is turned on for the first time, the language-selection screen and the date and time setting screen for the cam

10Preparing for Shooting6 Set the date and time, and press the k button.• Use JK to select a field and then use HI to set the date and time.• Select t

11Basic Shooting and Playback OperationsBasic Shooting and Playback Operations1 Hold the camera steady.• Keep fingers and other objects away from the

12Basic Shooting and Playback Operations3 Press the shutter-release button halfway.• When the subject is in focus, the focus area or focus indicator i

13Basic Shooting and Playback OperationsUsing the ZoomWhen you move the zoom control, the zoom lens position changes.• To zoom in: Move toward g• To z

iIntroductionIntroductionTo get the most from this Nikon product, be sure to read “For Your Safety” (Avi–viii), and all other instructions thoroughly

14Basic Shooting and Playback Operations1 Press the c (playback) button to enter playback mode.• If you press and hold down the c button while the cam

15Basic Shooting and Playback Operations1 Press the l (delete) button to delete the image currently displayed in the monitor.2 Use the multi selector

16Basic Shooting and Playback OperationsOperating the Erase Selected Images Screen1 Use the multi selector JK to select an image to be deleted, and th

17Basic Shooting and Playback OperationsThe shooting modes described below are available.• x Scene auto selectorThe camera automatically recognizes th

18Basic Shooting and Playback OperationsWhen the shooting screen is displayed, you can press the multi selector H (m) J (n) I (p) K (o) to set the fun

19Shooting FeaturesShooting FeaturesThe camera automatically recognizes the shooting scene when you frame a picture, making it easier to take pictures

20Shooting FeaturesWhen a scene is selected, camera settings are automatically optimized for the selected scene.* The icon of the last scene selected

21Shooting FeaturesTips and Notes• While the shutter-release button is held all the way down, the camera shoots up to about 6 images continuously at a

22Shooting Features• Macro mode (A35) is enabled and the camera automatically zooms to the closest position at which it can focus.• You can adjust hue

23Shooting Features• When you point the camera at a dog or cat, the camera detects the pet’s face and focuses on it. By default, the camera detects a

iiIntroductionHow to Attach the Camera Strap

24Shooting FeaturesShooting with Panorama Assist* The icon of the last scene selected is displayed.1 Use the multi selector JK to select the direction

25Shooting FeaturesB Notes About Panorama Assist• Up to three images can be taken and combined in a panorama series. Shooting automatically ends after

26Shooting FeaturesPlayback with Panorama AssistSwitch to playback mode (A14), display an image captured using panorama assist in full-frame playback

27Shooting FeaturesEffects can be applied to images during shooting.* The icon of the last effect selected is displayed.• The camera focuses on the ar

28Shooting FeaturesYou can take a picture with the glamour retouch function to enhance human faces.1 Press the multi selector K.2 Apply an effect.• Us

29Shooting FeaturesUsing Smile TimerWhen you press the multi selector J to select a Smile timer and press the k button, the camera automatically relea

30Shooting FeaturesUsed for general shooting. Settings can be adjusted to suit the shooting conditions and the type of shot you want to capture.• You

31Shooting FeaturesUsing the Creative SliderYou can adjust the brightness (exposure compensation), vividness, and hue when shooting.1 Press the multi

32Shooting FeaturesYou can select a flash mode to match the shooting conditions.1 Press the multi selector H (m).2 Select the desired flash mode (A33)

33Shooting FeaturesAvailable Flash ModesC The Flash Mode Setting• The setting may not be available with some shooting modes (A37).• The setting applie

iiiIntroductionInformation and PrecautionsLife-Long LearningAs part of Nikon’s “Life-Long Learning” commitment to ongoing product support and educatio

34Shooting FeaturesThe camera is equipped with a self-timer that releases the shutter 10 seconds or 2 seconds after you press the shutter-release butt

35Shooting FeaturesUse macro mode when taking close-up pictures.1 Press the multi selector I (p).2 Select ON and press the k button.• If the setting i

36Shooting FeaturesYou can adjust overall image brightness.1 Press the multi selector K (o).2 Select a compensation value and press the k button.• To

37Shooting FeaturesDefault settings for each shooting mode are listed below.Default Settings (Flash, Self-timer, Etc.)Flash(A32)Self-timer(A34)Macro(A

38Shooting Features1The camera automatically selects the flash mode appropriate for the scene it has selected. W (off) can be selected manually.2Canno

39Shooting FeaturesThe focus area varies depending on the shooting mode.Using Face DetectionIn the following shooting modes, the camera uses face dete

40Shooting FeaturesUsing Skin SofteningWhen the shutter is released while using one of the shooting modes listed below, the camera detects human faces

41Shooting FeaturesUsing Target Finding AFWhen AF area mode (A67) in A (auto) mode is set to Target finding AF, the camera focuses in the manner descr

42Shooting FeaturesSubjects Not Suitable for AutofocusThe camera may not focus as expected in the following situations. In rare cases, the subject may

43Shooting FeaturesFocus LockFocus lock shooting is recommended when the camera does not activate the focus area that contains the desired subject.1 S

ivIntroductionAbout the Manuals• No part of the manuals included with this product may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval

44Shooting FeaturesSome functions cannot be used with other menu options.Functions That Cannot Be Used Simultaneously When ShootingRestricted function

45Shooting FeaturesB Notes About Digital Zoom• Depending on the shooting mode or the current settings, digital zoom may not be available (A84).• When

46Playback FeaturesPlayback FeaturesMoving the zoom control toward g (i playback zoom) in full-frame playback mode (A14) zooms in on the image.• You c

47Playback FeaturesMoving the zoom control toward f (h thumbnail playback) in full-frame playback mode (A14) displays images as thumbnails.• You can c

48Playback FeaturesUse the multi selector HI to select a date and then press the k button to play back the images captured on the selected date.• Func

49Playback FeaturesBefore Editing ImagesYou can easily edit images on this camera. Edited copies are saved as separate files.Edited copies are saved w

50Playback FeaturesQuick Retouch: Enhancing Contrast and SaturationUse the multi selector HI to select the amount of effect applied and press the k bu

51Playback FeaturesRed-eye Correction: Correcting Red-eye When Shooting with the FlashPreview the result and press the k button.• To exit without savi

52Playback FeaturesGlamour Retouch: Enhancing Human Faces1 Use the multi selector HIJK to select the face that you want to retouch and press the k but

53Playback Features4 Select Yes and press the k button.• An edited copy is created.B Notes About Glamour Retouch• Only one face at a time can be edite

vIntroductionDisposing of Data Storage DevicesPlease note that deleting images or formatting data storage devices such as memory cards or built-in cam

54Playback Features2 Select Yes and press the k button.• An edited copy is created (compression ratio of approximately 1:16).Crop: Creating a Cropped

55Recording and Playing Back MoviesRecording and Playing Back Movies1 Display the shooting screen.• Check the remaining amount of movie recording time

56Recording and Playing Back MoviesArea Captured in Movies• The area that is captured in a movie varies depending on the Movie options settings in the

57Recording and Playing Back MoviesNotes About Movie RecordingB Notes About Saving Images or MoviesThe indicator showing the number of exposures remai

58Recording and Playing Back MoviesTo adjust the volume, move the zoom control while a movie is playing (A1).Playback controls are displayed in the mo

59Using MenusUsing MenusYou can set the menus listed below by pressing the d (menu) button.• A Shooting menuAvailable by pressing the d button when th

60Using Menus3 Select a menu icon and press the k button.• The menu options become selectable.4 Select a menu option and press the k button.• Certain

61Using MenusImage Mode (Image Size and Quality)* This setting can also be changed in shooting modes other than auto. The changed setting is also appl

62Using MenusB Notes About Printing Images at 1:1 Aspect RatioChange the printer setting to “Border” when printing images at a 1:1 aspect ratio. Some

63Using MenusWhite Balance (Adjusting Hue)Adjust white balance to suit the light source or weather conditions in order to make the colors in images ma

viIntroductionTo prevent damage to your Nikon product or injury to yourself or to others, read the following safety precautions in their entirety befo

64Using MenusUsing Preset ManualUse the procedure below to measure the white balance value under the lighting used during shooting.1 Place a white or

65Using MenusContinuous ShootingB Notes About Continuous Shooting• Focus, exposure, and white balance are fixed at the values determined with the firs

66Using MenusISO SensitivityA higher ISO sensitivity allows darker subjects to be captured. Additionally, even with subjects of similar brightness, pi

67Using MenusAF Area ModeSet how the camera selects the focus area for autofocus.Enter shooting mode M A (shooting mode) button M A (auto) mode M k bu

68Using MenusB Notes About AF Area Mode• When digital zoom is in effect, the camera focuses in the center of the frame regardless of the AF area mode

69Using MenusUsing Subject Tracking1 Register a subject.• Align the subject that you want to track with the border in the center of the monitor and pr

70Using MenusAutofocus ModeSet how the camera focuses when shooting still images.C Autofocus Mode for Movie RecordingAutofocus mode for movie recordin

71Using Menus• See “Image Mode (Image Size and Quality)” (A61) for information about Image mode.Blink ProofB Notes About Blink Proof This function may

72Using Menus• See “Editing Images (Still Images)” (A49) for information about image editing functions.Slide ShowPlay back images one by one in an aut

73Using MenusProtectThe camera protects selected images from accidental deletion.Select images to protect or cancel protection from the image selectio

viiIntroductionDo not remain in contact with the camera, Charging AC Adapter, or AC adapter for extended periods while the devices are on or in usePar

74Using MenusCopy (Copy Between the Memory Card and Internal Memory)Images can be copied between a memory card and the internal memory.• When a memory

75Using MenusThe Image Selection ScreenWhen an image selection screen such as the one shown on the right is displayed while operating the camera, foll

76Using MenusMovie OptionsSelect the desired movie option to record. The movie options that can be selected vary depending on the Video mode setting (

77Using MenusAutofocus ModeSet how the camera focuses in movie mode.Wind Noise ReductionEnter shooting mode M d button M D menu icon M Autofocus mode

78Using MenusTime Zone and DateSet the camera clock.Setting the Time Zone1 Use the multi selector HI to select Time zone and press the k button.The Se

79Using Menus2 Select w Home time zone or Travel destination and press the k button.• The date and time displayed in the monitor changes depending o

80Using MenusMonitor SettingsPhoto InfoPress the d button M z menu icon M Monitor settings M k buttonOption DescriptionPhoto info Set whether or not t

81Using MenusFraming grid+auto infoIn addition to the information shown in Auto info, a framing grid is displayed to help frame pictures. The framing

82Using MenusDate StampThe shooting date and time can be stamped on images when shooting. The information can be printed even when using a printer tha

83Using MenusElectronic VRChoose whether or not to use electronic VR (vibration reduction), which reduces the effects of camera shake during shooting.