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1IntroductionIntroductionThank you for your purchase of a Nikon COOLPIX L1 digital camera. This manual has been written to help you enjoy taking pict
2IntroductionAttach the strap as shown at right.Attaching the Camera StrapParts of the CameraMemory card slot ( 9)Battery chamber ( 7)Power cord chan
3Introduction (playback) button ( 13, 26)Monitor ( 4–5, 10, 13)Zoom button ( 11). See also:• (thumbnail playback): 26• (playback zoom): 27•
4IntroductionThe MonitorThe following indicators may appear in the monitor during shooting and playback (actual display varies with current camera set
5Introduction 1 Shooting mode ...10, 17, 25 2 Exposure lock ...2
6IntroductionFirst StepsInserting BatteriesThe camera uses two AA batteries. Depending on the country or region of pur-chase, the package will includ
7Introduction2.1 Open the battery chamberHold the camera upside down to prevent the batteries from falling out.2.2 Insert the batteriesInsert the batt
8Introduction4TIME ZONE menu displayed. ** If daylight saving time is in eff ect, press multi selector down to highlight DaylightSaving and press cente
9IntroductionInserting Memory CardsPictures are stored in the camera’s internal memory (approximately 10 MB) or on removable Secure Digital (SD) memor
Trademark InformationMacintosh, Mac OS, and QuickTime are registered trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc. Microsoft and Win-dows are registered tradema
10Basic Photography and Playback2.1 Turn the camera onThe power-on lamp will light and the monitor will turn on. To turn the camera off at any time,
11Basic Photography and Playback3.1 Ready the cameraHold the camera steadily in both hands, keep-ing your fi ngers and other objects away from the lens
12Basic Photography and Playback4 Focus and shoot4.1 FocusPress the shutter-release button halfway. The camera will select the focus area ( 4–5) co
13Basic Photography and Playback During RecordingThe or icon will blink while pictures are recorded. Removing memory cards or batteries while the
14Basic Photography and PlaybackUsing the FlashThe fl ash has a range of 0.5–3.5 m (1 ft. 8 in.–11 ft. 6 in.) when the camera is zoomed all the way out
15Basic Photography and PlaybackTaking Pictures with the Self-TimerThe camera is equipped with a ten-second timer for self-portraits. When using the
16Basic Photography and PlaybackMacro Close-up ModeMacro close-up mode is used for taking shots of objects as close as 4 cm (1.6 in.).Exposure Compens
17Scene and Movie ModesScene and Movie ModesScene ModeScene mode off ers a choice of eleven “scene” and four “assist” settings. Camera settings are au
18Scene and Movie ModesAssist ModesThese modes off er a selection of framing assist options that allow you to compose pictures with the help of framing
19Scene and Movie ModesFace-priority AF Camera automatically focuses on face of portrait subject ( 20).PORTRAITCamera focuses on subject in center of
iSymbols and ConventionsTo make it easier to fi nd the information you need, the following symbols and conventions are used:This icon marks tips, addit
20Scene and Movie ModesTaking Pictures with Face-Priority AF ( 19)3Set focus and exposure.Double border turns green.4Take picture.2Frame picture usin
21Scene and Movie ModesSPORTSCamera shoots about 0.7 frames per second (fps) while shutter-release but-ton is pressed. Camera focuses continuously ev
22Scene and Movie ModesOther ScenesTo take pictures in other scene modes:3Highlight scene. 4AUTOAUTOAUTO66Make selection.AUTOAUTOAUTO66Take pictures.5
23Scene and Movie Modes Dusk/Dawn Dusk/DawnPreserves the colors seen in the weak natural light before sunrise or after sunset. Camera focuses at infi
24Scene and Movie ModesTaking Pictures for a Panorama ( 23)The camera focuses on the subject in the center of the frame. Use a tripod for bet-ter re
25Scene and Movie ModesMovie ModeFollow the steps below to shoot movies with sound recorded via the built-in mi-crophone. Movies recorded to internal
26Viewing Pictures on the CameraDeleting PicturesPressing the button in full-frame or thumbnail play-back displays the dialog shown at right. Highl
27Viewing Pictures on the CameraTaking a Closer Look: Playback ZoomDuring full-frame playback ( 26), the ( ) button can be used to zoom in on pictu
28Viewing Pictures on the CameraEnhancing Contrast: D-LightingIf a icon appears on a picture during full-frame playback ( 26), D-lighting can be us
29Viewing Pictures on the CameraVoice Memos: Recording and PlaybackThe built-in microphone ( 2) can be used to record voice memos for pictures marked
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
30Viewing Pictures on the CameraTo play a movie, display it in full-frame playback and press the center of the multi selector. Playback con-trols app
31Connecting to Televisions, Computers, and PrintersConnecting to Televisions, Computers, and PrintersIn addition to viewing pictures on the camera, y
32Connecting to Televisions, Computers, and Printers2 Choose an Interface > USB option as described in “Choosing a USB Option for Connection to a
33Connecting to Televisions, Computers, and PrintersConsult the following table when choosing a USB option for connection to a computer ( 32). The d
34Connecting to Televisions, Computers, and PrintersPrinting PicturesUsers of PictBridge-compatible printers can connect the camera directly to the pr
35Connecting to Televisions, Computers, and Printers4 Turn the camera on. A PictBridge start-up screen will be displayed. The camera will then ente
36Connecting to Televisions, Computers, and PrintersPress multi selector up or down to highlight option, press center to select:Option DescriptionStar
37Connecting to Televisions, Computers, and PrintersPrinting Multiple PicturesTo print multiple pictures, press the MENU button while the PictBridge p
38Connecting to Televisions, Computers, and Printers4Start PrintStart PrintStart Print006 PRINTS006 PRINTS006 PRINTSBackBackBackConfi rm selection (to
39MenusMenusMenus are available for shooting, playback, movies, and camera setup. Press the MENU button to display the menus; press again to return t
iii Observe the following precaution when handling the battery chargerIf an MH-71 battery charger is provided with the camera, observe the followin
40MenusTo make a selection from a menu:1Highlight menu item. *2Display options.3Highlight option.4Select highlighted option.1Scroll through pictures.
41Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuBasic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuThe setup menu contains the following options:Option DescriptionWelcome Screen S
42Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu DateSet the camera clock and to choose home and travel destina-tion time zones.Option DescriptionDate Set camera
43Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu Monitor SettingsThe following options are available:Option DescriptionPhoto Info Choose information displayed in
44Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu Date ImprintImprint date information on pictures as they are taken.Option Description Off Time and date do not a
45Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu Sound SettingsAdjust the following sound settings:Option DescriptionButton SoundWhen On is selected, beep will so
46Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu Format Memory/ Format CardIf no memory card is inserted, this option is named Format Memory and formats internal
47Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu Battery TypeTo ensure that the camera shows the correct battery level ( 10), choose a type that matches the batte
48Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuShooting Options: The Shooting MenuWith the exception of Image mode, the following options are available only in
49Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu White BalanceProcess pictures to produce natural colors under diff erent types of light.Option DescriptionAutoWhi
ivNotice for Customers in CanadaCAUTIONThis class B digital apparatus meets all require-ments of the Canadian Interference Causing Equipment Regulatio
50Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu6AUTOAUTOAUTO66Preset white balance set to new value.* To restore most recent value for preset white balance, hig
51Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuOption DescriptionSingle One shot is taken each time shutter-release button is pressed.ContinuousWhile shutter-re
52Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu Color OptionsMake colors more vivid or record pictures in monochrome.Option DescriptionStandard Color Natural co
53Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuWith AF-Area Mode set to Center and Single AF selected for Autofocus Mode, focus lock can be used to focus on off
54Playback Options: The Playback MenuPlayback Options: The Playback MenuThe playback menu contains the following options. See “Menus” for information
55Playback Options: The Playback MenuTo skip to the next picture, press the multi selector to the right, or press the multi selector to the left to re
56Playback Options: The Playback Menu Small Pic.Create a small copy of the current picture. Choose from the following sizes:Option Description640 × 4
57Movie Options: The Movie MenuMovie Options: The Movie MenuThe movie menu contains the options shown at right. See “Menus” for information on viewin
58Technical NotesTechnical NotesOptional AccessoriesAt the time of writing, the following optional accessories were available for this camera. Contac
59Technical NotesCaring for the CameraTo ensure continued enjoyment of this Nikon product, observe the following pre-cautions when storing or using th
v• Items prohibited by law from being copied or reproducedDo not copy or reproduce paper money, coins, securities, government bonds, or local govern-m
60Technical NotesCleaningLens Avoid touching glass parts with your fi ngers. Remove dust or lint with a blower (typi-cally a small device with a rubbe
61Technical NotesError Messages The following table lists the error messages and other warnings that appear in the monitor and how to deal with them.D
62Technical NotesDisplay Problem SolutionCANNOT RECORD MOVIETime out error while re-cording movie.Choose memory card with faster write speed.58OUT OF
63Technical NotesProblem Solution Camera turns off without warning• Batteries are low.• Batteries are cold.1060 Monitor is blank• Camera is off
64Technical NotesProblem SolutionPictures are blurred• Use fl ash.• Use BSS.• Use tripod and self-timer.145115Pictures are too dark (underexposed)•
65Technical NotesProblem SolutionCannot zoom in on picturePlayback zoom cannot be used with movies, small pictures, or pictures that have been croppe
66Technical NotesAppendixDefaults (Defaults ( 39, 41, 48, 57) 39, 41, 48, 57)Choosing Reset for Reset All restores the following default settings:Opti
67Technical NotesScene Mode Settings (Scene Mode Settings ( 17) 17)The following table lists the default fl ash mode, self-timer, macro close-up, and e
68Technical NotesRestrictions on Camera Settings (Restrictions on Camera Settings ( 48) 48)Restrictions apply to the following settings in mode:Flas
69Technical NotesGMT +/– Location–11 Midway, Samoa–10 Hawaii, Tahiti–9 Alaska, Anchorage–8 PST (PDT): Los Angeles, Seattle, Vancouver–7 MST (MDT): Den
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70Technical NotesSpecifi cationsNikon COOLPIX L1 Digital CameraType Compact digital cameraEff ective pixels 6.2 millionf/-number f/2.9 – f/5.0Constructi
71Technical Notes Specifi cationsNikon will not be held liable for any errors this manual may contain. The appearance of this product and its specifi c
72Technical NotesSymbols (auto) mode, 10–12 (delete) button, 13, 26, 27, 29 (movie) mode, 25 (playback) button, 13, 26–30, , , , , , , , , ,
73Technical Notesviewing, 30MOVIE menu, 57Moving subjects, 21, 51Multi selector, 3, 7, 39NNight photography, 14, 21, 22–23Noise reduction, 12, 19–23NT
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