Nikon Coolpix SQ Manuel d'utilisateur

DIGITAL CAMERAThe Guide to Digital Photographywith the(En)

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100Caring for your Camera and BatteryTechnical Notes10StorageTurn the camera off when not in use and check that the power-on lampis off before putting

101Technical Notes10Error MessagesThe following table lists the error messages and other warnings that ap-pear in the monitor and how to deal with the

102Error MessagesTechnical Notes10Memory Card fullCamera in shooting mode: Insufficient memory torecord pictures at cur-rent settings.• Choose lower i

103Technical Notes10TroubleshootingIf your camera fails to function as expected, check the list of commonproblems below before consulting your retaile

104TroubleshootingTechnical Notes10No photo is taken when shutter-release button is fully pressed• Camera is in playback mode.• Battery is exhausted.•

105TroubleshootingTechnical Notes10Colors are unnatural • White balance does not match light source. 76No menu is dis-played when the MENU button is p

106TroubleshootingTechnical Notes10The power-on lamp on the camera rap-idly blinks green when the camera is placed on the COOL-STATION and the button

107Technical Notes10SpecificationsJCOOLPIX SQType SQ digital cameraEffective pixels 3.1 millionCCD 1/2.7" high-density CCD; total pixels: 3.34 mi

108SpecificationsTechnical Notes10Aperture Electronically-controlled preset apertureAperture range Two steps (f/2.7 and f/5.4 [W])Sensitivity Approxim

109SpecificationsTechnical Notes10JCOOL-STATION MV-10JEH-61 AC adapterThe data in the specifications are based on use at standard temperature (20°C) a

11IntroductionThank you for your purchase of a Nikon COOLPIX SQ digital camera. This manualhas been written to help you enjoy taking digital pictures

110Technical Notes10INDEXSymbols (auto) mode...30, 71 (flash-ready lamp) ...34 (manual) mode...71 (movie) mode ...

111INDEXTechnical Notes10Flash cancel...40Flash-ready lamp ...34Focus ...17, 34F

112INDEXTechnical Notes10Sensitivity...41Setup menu ...92Shooting mode ...30Sho

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121Before You BeginBefore You BeginCameraShutter-release button( 17, 34)Mode dial ( 16)Power switch( 26, 30)Microphone( 55, 58, 69)Built-in Speedlight

131Before You BeginZoom ( / ) buttons ( 33, 56, 57)Flash-ready lamp(34)Monitor( 14, 31)(Macro close-up/Self-timer)/ (Delete)button( 42/43/39)(Exposure

141Before You BeginMonitorJShootingIndications and icons displayed when taking pictures: * The diagram shows all indicators and icons for the purpose

151Before You BeginJ Playback Indicators and icons when reviewing pictures:* Appears when battery is running low. Displaying indicators and icons in P

161Before You BeginMode DialUsing the mode dial, you can set the camera to suit your level and styleof photography. To select a mode, align the mode i

171Before You BeginMulti SelectorThe multi selector is used to make selections in the menu (28, 72).Your camera has a two-stage shutter-release button

181Before You BeginCOOL-STATION MV-10By placing the camera on the COOL-STATION, you can:•Charge the battery inside the camera (22).•Charge a spare bat

191Before You BeginEH-61 AC AdapterBy connecting the EH-61 AC adapter directly to the camera (21) or tothe COOL-STATION ( 22, 63), the camera can be p

2Trademark InformationApple, the Apple logo, Macintosh, Mac OS, Power Macintosh, PowerBook, and Quick-Time are registered trademarks of Apple Computer

202First StepsFirst StepsYour camera uses a rechargeable Nikon EN-EL2 lithium-ion battery (in-cluded).Open the battery-chamber/memorycard slot cover.•

212First StepsRemoving the BatteryBefore removing the battery, turn the camera off.Press sideways (c).• The battery is partially ejected.Remove the ba

222First StepsCharging the BatteryThe EN-EL2 lithium-ion battery supplied with your camera is not fullycharged at shipment.You can charge the battery

232First StepsePlace the camera on the COOL-STATION.• Insert the camera into the COOL-STATION as far as it will go, match-ing the position of the conn

242First StepsInserting the Memory CardYour Nikon digital camera stores pictures on CompactFlash™ memorycards.Confirm that the camera is off.Open the

252First StepsClose the battery-chamber/memorycard slot cover.• Close the battery-chamber/memory cardslot cover (c) and slide back into place(d).• Mak

262First StepsChecking the Battery LevelTurn the camera on.• Rotate the power switch until it stops,then gently release the switch. The pow-er-on lamp

272First StepsTurning the Camera offTo turn the camera off when the power-on lampis lit, rotate the power switch.• Do not remove the battery, disconne

282First StepsBasic SetupBefore using your camera for the first time, choose a language for cameramenus and messages and set the camera clock to the c

292First StepsDisplay DATE menu.Edit Year.Select Month. Repeat steps 8-9 toedit remaining items.Highlight Y M D.Choose order in which Year,Month, and

3For Your SafetyTo prevent damage to your Nikon product or injury to yourself or to oth-ers, read the following safety precautions in their entirety b

303Basic PhotographyBasic PhotographyStep 1 – Select ModeThis section details the basic steps involved in taking pictures in (au-to) mode. In this

313Basic Photography Number of Exposures RemainingWhen the memory card is full, a message “Memory Card full” will be displayedin the monitor ( 102). N

323Basic PhotographyStep 2 – Frame the pictureAdjust the lens angle.• From a position parallel to the camerabody, the lens section can be rotated120°

33Step 2 – Frame the picture3Basic PhotographyFrame your subject.• Frame your subject in the center of themonitor.Use the zoom buttons.• Your Nikon di

343Basic PhotographyStep 3 – Focus and ShootFocus.Press the shutter-release button halfway toset focus and exposure.• Focus and exposure will be locke

35Step 3 – Focus and Shoot3Basic PhotographyTake the picture.• Press the shutter release button the restof the way down to take the picture. Toprevent

36Step 3 – Focus and Shoot3Basic PhotographyGetting Good Results with the AutofocusThe autofocus performs best when there is contrast between the subj

37Step 3 – Focus and Shoot3Basic PhotographyFocusing on Off-Center Subject: Focus LockIf your subject is not at the center of the frame when the shutt

383Basic PhotographyStep 4 – View the Results (Full-Screen playback)Press the button.• The button is also used to turn on thecamera.View pictures

393Basic PhotographyStep 5 – Deleting Unwanted PicturesTo delete the picture displayed inthe monitor, press the button.• A confirmation dialog will

4For Your Safety• Do not short or disassemble thebattery.• Do not expose the battery to flameor to excessive heat.• Do not immerse in or expose towate

404More on PhotographyMore on PhotographyUsing the FlashThe following flash modes are available: Display flash-mode menu.Highlight desired mode.Mode H

41Using the Flash4More on PhotographyExit menu. Flash mode shown byicon at bottom of monitor.• If no operation is performed forabout two seconds, the

424More on PhotographyEasy Close-Ups: Macro Close-up ModeMacro close-up mode is used for taking close-up shots of small objectsat very short distances

434More on PhotographyTaking a Self-Portrait: Self-timer ModeThe self-timer with shutter release delay of 10 s or 3 s can be used forphotographs in wh

44Taking a Self-Portrait: Self-timer Mode4More on PhotographyThe Self-Timer• The self-timer mode combines macro close-up mode (42). In middle zoomrang

454More on PhotographyAdjusting the Exposure: Exposure CompensationExposure compensation is used to alter exposure from the value suggest-ed by the ca

464More on PhotographyScene ModesYour Nikon digital camera offers a choice of fifteen “scene” modes. Inthese modes, camera settings are automatically

47Scene Modes4More on Photography Scene Modes• Depending on the scene selected, restrictions may apply to the flash mode ( 40), macro close-up mode

48Scene Modes4More on PhotographyScene ModesThe following scenes are available: PortraitUse for portraits. Main subject stands out clearly whilebackgr

49Scene Modes4More on Photography SportsHigh shutter speeds freeze motion for dynamic sportsshots.• While shutter-release button is held down, picture

5Notices• No part of the manuals included withthis product may be reproduced, trans-mitted, transcribed, stored in a retrievalsystem, or translated in

50Scene Modes4More on Photography SunsetPreserves the deep hues seen in sunsets and sunrises.• Camera focuses on subject at center of focus area. Dusk

51Scene Modes4More on Photography Close UpUse to capture vivid colors in close-up shots of flowers,insects and other small objects, with the backgroun

52Scene Modes4More on Photography CopyProvides clear pictures of text or drawings on a whiteboard, business card or in other printed matter.• Camera f

53Scene Modes4More on PhotographyTaking Pictures for a PanoramaHighlight (Panorama Assist).Press the multi selector .• The direction indicator ( )

54Scene Modes4More on PhotographyPanorama Assist• Using a tripod makes it easier to compose shots so that they overlap.• If the lens is rotated to poi

554More on PhotographyQuick Deletion/Memo RecordThe picture you have just taken is displayed inthe monitor for a few seconds immediatelyafter shooting

565More on PlaybackMore on PlaybackViewing Pictures on the CameraPressing the (W) button in full-screen playback mode displays amenu of four thumbna

57Viewing Pictures on the Camera5More on PlaybackTaking a Closer Look: Playback ZoomUse the button to zoom in on photos displayed in full-screen pla

58Viewing Pictures on the Camera5More on PlaybackAdding Audio Commentary: Voice MemoThis function can be used to record a brief voice memo for the pic

595More on PlaybackViewing Pictures on a TVUsing the audio/video (A/V) cable EG-CP12 provided with your camera, youcan connect COOLPIX SQ to a televis

6NoticesNotice for customers in CanadaCAUTIONThis class B digital apparatus meets allrequirements of the Canadian Interfer-ence Causing Equipment Regu

605More on PlaybackViewing Pictures on a ComputerUsing the COOL-STATION MV-10 via the UC-E7 USB cable and NikonView software provided with your camera

61Viewing Pictures on a Computer5More on PlaybackTo select the USB option:Display setup menu.Highlight USB.Display options.Highlight PTP or Mass Stor

62Viewing Pictures on a Computer5More on PlaybackWindows Millennium Edition (Me):After displaying a message stating that the hardware information data

63Viewing Pictures on a Computer5More on Playback2. Connecting the camera and COOL-STATION to the computerConnect the EH-61 AC adapter to the COOL-STA

64Viewing Pictures on a Computer5More on PlaybackPress the button on the COOL-STATION to transfer pictures.cdeConnectorCameracatch3. Transferring Pi

65Viewing Pictures on a Computer5More on Playback4. Disconnecting the CameraMake sure that the power-on lamp on the camera lights green beforedisconne

665More on PlaybackPrinting Pictures (DPOF)Pictures taken with your Nikon digital camera can be printed and en-joyed in the same way as pictures taken

67Printing Pictures (DPOF)5More on PlaybackSelect highlighted picture.• 1 (no. of prints) and the iconare displayed on the selected pic-ture.Use the

68Printing Pictures (DPOF)5More on Playback DateIf Date is selected, the date of recording will appearon pictures printed using DPOF. The date is base

696MoviesMoviesRecording MoviesIn mode, the COOLPIX SQ can record movies up to 40 seconds in length at a rateof 15 frames per second, with sound rec

7NoticesBefore Taking Important PicturesBefore taking pictures on important occasions (such as at weddings or before takingthe camera with you on a tr

706MoviesViewing MoviesMovies can be played back in full-screen play-back mode. Sound recorded with the movie isplayed back over the camera’s speaker

717The Shooting MenuThe Shooting MenuThe shooting menu contains the following options:The Shooting Menu• In (auto) and (manual) modes, the shootin

727The Shooting MenuTo make a selection from the shooting menu:Set the mode dial to or and press the MENU button to dis-play menu for current mode.H

737The Shooting MenuMenu Operation GuideThe arrows (///) on the shooting, playback and setup menu screenscorrespond to / / / on the multi selector.T

747The Shooting MenuImage Quality (• )To reduce the amount of memory that each shotoccupies, pictures are compressed as they aresaved to the memory ca

757The Shooting Menu• Print sizes assume a printer resolution of approximately 300 dpi.• The size of pictures when printed depends on the resolution o

767The Shooting MenuWhite Balance ( Only)White balance is used to preserve natural colorsunder different types of lighting. In (auto)and scene modes

777The Shooting Menu Preset White BalancePreset white balance is used when shooting un-der mixed lighting or to compensate for lightsources with a str

787The Shooting MenuMetering ( Only)The metering menu offers a choice of three me-tering modes that determine how the camerasets exposure.Notes on Met

797The Shooting MenuContinuous ( Only)Use the options in this menu to capture a fleet-ing expression on a portrait subject, photographa subject that i

8ContentsFor Your Safety ... 3Notices ...

807The Shooting MenuBest Shot Selector ( Only)When the “Best Shot Selector” (BSS) is on, thecamera takes pictures as long as the shutter-re-lease butt

817The Shooting MenuAF Area Mode ( Only)The setting determines how the camera willchoose the focus area.Notes on AF Area ModeWhen the lens is rotated

827The Shooting MenuAuto-Focus Mode ( Only)This option controls whether the camera adjustsfocus continuously, or only when the shutter-re-lease button

838The Playback Menu8The Playback MenuThe playback menu contains the following options:To display the playback menu:Press the button to enter thefu

848The Playback MenuSlide ShowThis option is used to play pictures back in an automated “slide show”with about three seconds between each picture.Pres

858The Playback MenuDeleteThe Delete menu contains the following op-tions: Deleting Selected PicturesHighlight (Erase Selected Images).Pictures on me

868The Playback MenuConfirmation dialog displayed.Press the multi selector or tohighlight option, then press toexecute:• Select No to return to

878The Playback MenuProtectYou can select pictures to protect from accidental deletion.Highlight picture.Select picture.• Selected pictures are marked

888The Playback MenuSmall PictureTo create a small copy of a picture, select Small Pic form the playbackmenu. Copies can be (1600×1200 pixels), (1

898The Playback MenuSmall Picture• The image quality of copies is the same as the quality of the original picture ex-cept when “320×240” is selected f

Contents9Viewing Pictures on a Computer ... 601. Before Connecting the Camera...

908The Playback MenuAuto TransferTo turn transfer marking on or off for all picturessimultaneously, select “Auto Transfer” from theplayback menu.Notes

918The Playback MenuCF Card FormatUse this menu to format memory cards.Cards must be formatted before they can be used.Highlight Format.• To exit with

929The Setup MenuThe Setup MenuThe setup menu contains the following options:To display the setup menu:Set the mode dial to .• The setup menu will be

939The Setup MenuWelcome ScreenThis option is used to choose the welcomescreen displayed and the sound played backwhen the camera is turned on. Select

949The Setup MenuTo select an image:Highlight Select Image.The Welcome Screen options dis-played.Highlight a picture.Press the button to select.• Th

959The Setup MenuBrightnessPress the multi selector or to increase or de-crease the brightness of the monitor by movingthe arrow to the left of th

969The Setup MenuVideo ModeBefore connecting your camera to a video devicesuch as a television or VCR (59), choose a vid-eo mode setting that matches

97Technical Notes10Technical NotesOptional AccessoriesAt the time of writing, the following optional accessories were availablefor the COOLPIX SQ. Con

98Technical Notes10Caring for your Camera and BatteryTo ensure continued enjoyment of your Nikon product, observe the following precau-tions when usin

99Caring for your Camera and BatteryTechnical Notes10CleaningLensRemove dust or lint with a blower (typically a small device with a rubberbulb attache