Nikon S550 Manuel d'utilisateur

DIGITAL CAMERAUser’s Manual

viiiTable of ContentsTaking Pictures with the Self-timer ...

88Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuShooting, Playback and Setup MenusC Number of Exposures RemainingThe following table lists the approximate number

89Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuShooting, Playback and Setup MenusB White BalanceThe color of light reflected from an object varies with the colo

90Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuShooting, Playback and Setup MenusPreset ManualPreset manual is used with mixed lighting or to compensate for lig

91Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuShooting, Playback and Setup MenusC ContinuousChange settings to Continuous or BSS (best shot selector). Flash wi

92Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuShooting, Playback and Setup MenusInterval Timer PhotographyPictures are taken automatically at specified interva

93Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuShooting, Playback and Setup MenusE ISO SensitivitySensitivity is a measure of how quickly the camera reacts to l

94Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuShooting, Playback and Setup MenusG AF Area ModeUse this option to determine where the camera focuses. When digit

95Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuShooting, Playback and Setup MenusD Focus LockTo focus on off-center subjects when Center is selected for AF area

96Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuShooting, Playback and Setup MenusFace PriorityWhen the camera is pointed at a people’s face, the camera automati

97Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuShooting, Playback and Setup MenusB Notes about Face Priority• In Face priority or the smile mode, if the shutter

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98Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuShooting, Playback and Setup MenusRestrictions on Camera SettingsRestrictions apply to the following settings in

99Shooting, Playback and Setup MenusPlayback Options: The Playback MenuThe playback menu contains the following options.Displaying the Playback MenuDi

100Playback Options: The Playback MenuShooting, Playback and Setup MenusSelecting Multiple PicturesThe screen shown at right will be displayed in the

101Playback Options: The Playback MenuShooting, Playback and Setup Menusb Slide ShowPlay back pictures, stored in the internal memory or on a memory c

102Playback Options: The Playback MenuShooting, Playback and Setup Menusc DeleteDelete selected pictures or all pictures.B Notes on Deletion• Once del

103Playback Options: The Playback MenuShooting, Playback and Setup Menusf Rotate ImageSet the picture orientation (vertical or horizontal frame) displ

104Playback Options: The Playback MenuShooting, Playback and Setup Menush CopyCopy pictures between the internal memory and a memory card.1 Select an

105Shooting, Playback and Setup MenusBasic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuThe setup menu contains the following options. a MenusA 106Choose how menus are

106Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback and Setup MenusDisplaying the Setup MenuFirst, display the playback-mode or shooting-mode sele

107Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback and Setup Menusc Welcome ScreenYou can select the welcome screen to be displayed when the came

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108Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback and Setup Menusd DateSet the camera clock and choose home and travel destination time zones.Se

109Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback and Setup Menus3 Press K.The travel distination menu is displayed.4 Choose the travel destinat

110Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback and Setup MenusC Time Zones (A 17)The camera supports the time zones listed below.For time dif

111Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback and Setup Menuse Monitor SettingsChoose whether or not to display information in the monitor,

112Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback and Setup Menusf Date ImprintDate and time are imprinted on pictures. Date can be printed from

113Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback and Setup MenusDate CounterPictures taken while this option is in effect are imprinted with th

114Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback and Setup Menusw Electronic VRSpecify the electronic vibration reduction setting for shooting

115Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback and Setup Menush AF AssistChange settings for AF-assist illumination.u Digital ZoomAdjust sett

116Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback and Setup Menusi Sound SettingsAdjust the following sound settings.k Auto OffWhen the camera i

117Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback and Setup Menusl Format Memory/m Format CardUse this option to format the internal memory or a

1IntroductionIntroductionAbout This ManualThank you for your purchase of a Nikon COOLPIX S550 digital camera. This manual was written to help you enjo

118Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback and Setup Menusn LanguageChoose one of 24 languages for display of camera menus and messages.o

119Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback and Setup MenusOperating the Blink Warning ScreenWhen the camera detects any human subjects wi

120Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback and Setup Menusp Reset AllWhen Reset is selected, the camera’s settings will be restored to th

121Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback and Setup MenusSmile MenuSetup MenuOthers• Choosing Reset all also clears the current file num

122Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback and Setup Menusr Firmware VersionView the current camera firmware version.COOLPIX S550 ver. X.

123Technical NotesTechnical NotesOptional AccessoriesApproved Memory CardsThe following memory cards have been tested and approved for use in the COOL

124Technical NotesImage/Sound FileImage/Sound File and Folder NamesPictures, movies, voice memos and voice recordings are assigned file names as follo

125Image/Sound FileTechnical NotesCropped Image SizeDepending on the size of the original picture and the zoom ratio in effect at the time the copy wa

126Technical NotesCaring for the CameraTo ensure continued enjoyment of this Nikon product, observe the following precautions when using or storing th

127Caring for the CameraTechnical NotesB The Self-timer Lamp/AF-assist Illuminator LEDThe light-emitting diode (LED; A 4, 30, 115) used in the self-ti

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

128Caring for the CameraTechnical NotesCleaningDo not use alcohol, thinner, or other volatile chemicals.LensAvoid touching glass parts with your finge

129Caring for the CameraTechnical NotesStorageTurn the camera off when not in use. Check that the power-on lamp is off before putting the camera away.

130Technical NotesError MessagesThe following table lists the error messages and other warnings displayed in the monitor, as well as the solutions for

131Error MessagesTechnical NotesPCard is not formatted. Format card?NoYesMemory card has not been formatted for use in COOLPIX S550.Choose Yes and pre

132Error MessagesTechnical NotesNMemory contains no images.• No pictures or sound file in the internal memory or memory card.• Memory card does not co

133Error MessagesTechnical Notes* See the documentation provided with your printer for further guidance and information.PRPrinter error: check printer

134Technical NotesTroubleshootingIf the camera fails to function as expected, check the list of common problems below before consulting your retailer

135TroubleshootingTechnical NotesElectronically Controlled CamerasIn extremely rare instances, unusual characters may appear in the monitor and the ca

136TroubleshootingTechnical NotesShootingProblem Cause/Solution ANo picture taken when shutter-release button is pressed.• When camera is in playback

137TroubleshootingTechnical NotesImage mode not available. Image mode cannot be adjusted when Multi-shot 16 is selected for Continuous.91No sound when

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

138TroubleshootingTechnical NotesPlaybackProblem Cause/Solution AFile cannot be played back. • File was overwritten or renamed by computer or other ma

139TroubleshootingTechnical NotesPictures to be printed are not displayed.Memory card contains no pictures. Replace memory card. Remove memory card to

140Technical NotesSpecificationsNikon COOLPIX S550 Digital CameraType Compact digital cameraEffective pixels 10 millionImage sensor1/2.3-in. CCD; tota

141SpecificationsTechnical NotesISO sensitivity (Standard output sensitivity)ISO 64, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 2000, Auto (auto gain from ISO 64 to 80

142SpecificationsTechnical Notes* Based on Camera and Imaging Products Association (CIPA) standards for measuring the life of camera batteries. Measur

143Technical NotesSupported Standards• DCF: Design Rule for Camera File System is a standard widely used in the digital camera industry to ensure comp

144Technical NotesIndexSymbolsR 42f button 5, 22, 27, 46, 47, 55, 57, 59h button 5, 22, 27, 46, 47, 55, 57, 59g button 5, 11, 22, 27, 46, 47, 55, 57,

145IndexTechnical NotesDaylight 89Daylight saving time 16, 109Delete 102Digital zoom 23, 115Direct print 77Distortion control 97D-Lighting 48, 49DPOF

146IndexTechnical NotesMulti-shot 16 91Musuem l 39NNight landscape j 38Night Portrait e 36Noise reduction 36, 37, 38Number of Exposures Remaining 20,

147IndexTechnical NotesVVideo Mode 72, 118Vivid color 93Voice memo 53Volume 66, 70VSCN 124WWAV 124Welcome screen 107White balance 89ZZoom 22Zoom butto

4IntroductionParts of the CameraThe Camera Body8 9723 4165Lens cover closed1 Shutter-release button...242 Power-on lamp ...

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5Parts of the CameraIntroduction513121123187 9 10 14 15 16 17641 Monitor ...62 Multi se

6Parts of the CameraIntroductionThe MonitorThe following indicators may appear in the monitor during shooting and playback (actual display varies with

7Parts of the CameraIntroductionPlayback* The displayed icons vary with the settings in shooting mode.15/05/2008 12:0015/05/2008 12:009999.JPG9999.JPG

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8IntroductionBasic OperationsThe c (Shooting/Playback) ButtonThe e (Mode) ButtonPress e during shooting to display the shooting-mode selection menu, o

9Basic OperationsIntroductionThe Multi SelectorThis section describes standard uses of the multi selector to select modes, select menu options and to

10Basic OperationsIntroductionThe d ButtonPress d to display the menu for the selected mode. Use the multi selector to navigate the menus (A 9).To exi

11Basic OperationsIntroductionHelp DisplaysPress g (j) when M is displayed at the lower right of the menu screen to view a description of the currentl

12First StepsFirst StepsCharging the BatteryThe camera uses a Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL11 (supplied).Charge the battery with the Battery Charg

13Charging the BatteryFirst Steps3 Unplug the charger.Remove the battery and unplug the charger.B Note on the Battery ChargerBe sure to read and follo

14First StepsInserting the BatteryInsert a Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL11 (supplied) that has been fullycharged, using the Battery Charger MH-64

15Inserting the BatteryFirst StepsRemoving the BatteryTurn the camera off and make sure that the power-on lamp and the monitor have gone out before op

16First StepsSetting Display Language, Date and TimeA language-selection dialog is displayed the first time the camera is turned on. 1 Press the power

17Setting Display Language, Date and TimeFirst Steps5 Select your home time zone (A 110) and press k.The Date menu is displayed.6 Change the date and

iIntroductionFirst StepsA Basic Photography and Playback: Auto ModeB High Sensitivity ModeC Shooting Suited for the Scenea Smile Modec More on Playbac

18First StepsInserting Memory CardsPictures are stored in the camera’s internal memory (approximately 50 MB) or on removable Secure Digital (SD) memor

19Inserting Memory CardsFirst StepsRemoving Memory CardsBefore removing memory cards, turn the camera off and confirm that the power-on lamp and the m

20Basic Photography and Playback: Auto ModeBasic Photography and Playback: Auto ModeStep 1 Turn the Camera On and Select A (Auto) ModeThis section des

21Step 1 Turn the Camera On and Select A (Auto) ModeBasic Photography and Playback: Auto ModeIndicators Displayed in A (Auto) ModeThe information on i

22Basic Photography and Playback: Auto ModeStep 2 Frame a Picture1 Ready the camera.Hold the camera steadily in both hands, keeping your fingers and o

23Step 2 Frame a PictureBasic Photography and Playback: Auto ModeDigital ZoomWhen the camera is zoomed in to the maximum magnification (5×), holding d

24Basic Photography and Playback: Auto ModeStep 3 Focus and Shoot1 Press the shutter-release button halfway.When people's faces (front view) are

25Step 3 Focus and ShootBasic Photography and Playback: Auto ModeC During RecordingWhile pictures are being recorded, the O (wait) icon will be displa

26Basic Photography and Playback: Auto ModeStep 4 Viewing and Deleting PicturesViewing Pictures (Playback Mode)Press c.The last picture taken will be

27Step 4 Viewing and Deleting PicturesBasic Photography and Playback: Auto ModeC Playback ModeThe following options are available in full-frame playba

iiFor Your SafetyTo prevent damage to your Nikon product or injury to yourself or to others, read the following safety precautions in their entirety b

28Basic Photography and Playback: Auto ModeUsing the FlashThe flash has a range of 0.3-4.7 m (1-15.4 ft.) when the camera is zoomed out all the way. W

29Using the FlashBasic Photography and Playback: Auto ModeB The W (Off) IndicatorNote the following when lighting is poor and the flash is OFF (W): •

30Basic Photography and Playback: Auto ModeTaking Pictures with the Self-timerThe camera is equipped with a ten-second and two-second timer for self-p

31Basic Photography and Playback: Auto ModeMacro ModeMacro mode is used for taking pictures of objects as close as 10 cm (3.9 in.). Note that the flas

32Basic Photography and Playback: Auto ModeExposure CompensationExposure compensation is used to alter exposure from the value suggested by the camera

33High Sensitivity ModeHigh Sensitivity ModeShooting in the High Sensitivity ModeIn high sensitivity mode, sensitivity is increased when shooting unde

34Shooting Suited for the SceneShooting Suited for the SceneShooting in the Scene ModeCamera settings are automatically optimized for the selected sub

35Shooting in the Scene ModeShooting Suited for the SceneFeatures* Other settings can be selected.* Other settings can be selected.C Icons Used for De

36Shooting in the Scene ModeShooting Suited for the Scene* Other settings can be selected.1Fill flash with slow sync and red-eye reduction.2Other sett

37Shooting in the Scene ModeShooting Suited for the Scene* Other settings can be selected.* Other settings can be selected.* Other settings can be sel

iiiFor Your SafetyObserve caution when handling the batteryThe battery may leak or explode if improperly handled. Observe the following precautions wh

38Shooting in the Scene ModeShooting Suited for the Scene* Other settings can be selected.* Other settings can be selected. Note that the flash may be

39Shooting in the Scene ModeShooting Suited for the Scene.* Other settings can be selected.* Other settings can be selected.O: For those scene modes w

40Shooting in the Scene ModeShooting Suited for the Scene* Other settings can be selected.* Other settings can be selected.o Back lightUse when light

41Shooting in the Scene ModeShooting Suited for the SceneTaking Pictures for a PanoramaThe camera focuses on the subject in the center of the frame. U

42Shooting in the Scene ModeShooting Suited for the Scene5 Press k when shooting is completed.The camera returns to step 2.B Panorama AssistFlash mode

43Smile ModeSmile ModeShooting in the Smile ModeThe camera detects a smiling face to shoot the face automatically.1 Enter smile mode by pressing e in

44Shooting in the Smile ModeSmile ModeC Face Priority and Smiling Face Detection featuresWhen the camera is pointed at a people’s face (front face) in

45Smile ModeThe Smile MenuThe following item can be set in the smile menu.For displaying the smile menu, press d in the smile mode.Adding to ListThe p

46More on PlaybackMore on PlaybackViewing Multiple Pictures: Thumbnail PlaybackPress f (h) in full-frame playback mode (A 26) to display pictures in “

47More on PlaybackTaking a Closer Look: Playback ZoomPressing g (i) during full-frame playback mode (A 26) zooms the current picture in 3×, with the c

ivFor Your SafetyUse appropriate cablesWhen connecting cables to the input and output jacks, use only the cables provided or sold by Nikon for the pur

48More on PlaybackEditing PicturesUse the COOLPIX S550 to edit pictures in-camera and store them as separate files (A 124). The editing features descr

49Editing PicturesMore on PlaybackEnhancing Brightness and Contrast: D-LightingD-Lighting can be used to create copies with enhanced brightness and co

50Editing PicturesMore on PlaybackCompensating Blurring After Shooting: Electronic VRBlurring in pictures shot without electronic VR enabled, and mark

51Editing PicturesMore on PlaybackCreating a Cropped Copy: CropThis function is only available when u is displayed in the monitor with playback zoom (

52Editing PicturesMore on Playbackg Resizing Pictures: Small PictureCreate a small copy of the current picture. Small copies are stored as JPEG files

53More on PlaybackVoice Memos: Recording and PlaybackUse the camera’s built-in microphone to record voice memos for pictures.Recording Voice Memos1 Se

54Voice Memos: Recording and PlaybackMore on PlaybackPlaying Voice MemosPictures for which voice memos have been recorded are indicated with p in full

55More on PlaybackViewing Pictures by DateIn calendar mode or list by date mode, pictures taken on a specified date can be displayed. In full-frame pl

56Viewing Pictures by DateMore on PlaybackSelecting a Date in List by Date Mode1 Enter list by date mode by pressing e in playback mode, selecting C (

57Viewing Pictures by DateMore on PlaybackUsing Calendar Mode and List by Date ModeThe following operations are possible from the date selection scree

vNoticesNotice for Customers in the U.S.A.Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Radio Frequency Interference StatementThis equipment has been tested

58Viewing Pictures by DateMore on PlaybackCalendar and List by Date MenusPress d in either mode to display the following menus for only the pictures t

59More on PlaybackViewing Smile PicturesOnly the pictures shot in the smile mode (A 43) will be played back.Viewing Pictures Shooting in the Smile Mod

60Viewing Smile PicturesMore on PlaybackSmile Menu in Playback ModePress d while the pictures are played back in the smile mode to display the followi

61MoviesMoviesRecording MoviesTo shoot movies with sound recorded via the built-in microphone, select shooting mode and follow the steps below.1 Enter

62MoviesThe Movie MenuMovie options, Electronic VR or Autofocus mode (A 63) settings can be changed from the movie menu. Press d in movie mode to disp

63The Movie MenuMoviesElectronic VREnable or disable electronic VR for movie recording.At settings other than Off, the electronic vibration reduction

64The Movie MenuMoviesTime-Lapse MoviesRecord flowers opening or butterflies emerging from cocoons.1 Use the multi selector to choose Movie options fr

65The Movie MenuMoviesB Time-Lapse Movie• Flash mode (A 28), macro mode (A 31), and exposure compensation (A 32) cannot be adjusted after the first pi

66MoviesMovie PlaybackIn full-frame playback mode (A 26), movies are recognized by the Movie options icon (A 62). To play a movie, display it in full-

67Voice RecordingsVoice RecordingsMaking Voice RecordingsAudio voice recordings can be recorded over the built-in microphone and played back over the

viNoticesNotice for customers in CanadaCAUTIONThis Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.ATTENTIONCet appareil numérique de la cla

68Making Voice RecordingsVoice RecordingsOperations During Recording* The copied files can be played back using QuickTime or any other WAV-compatible

69Voice RecordingsPlaying Voice Recordings1 Enter sound file playback mode by pressing e in playback mode, selecting E (use the multi selector), and t

70Playing Voice RecordingsVoice RecordingsOperations During PlaybackUse the zoom buttons to adjust playback volume.Playback controls appear at the top

71Voice RecordingsCopying Voice RecordingsCopy voice recordings between the internal memory and a memory card. This option is available only when a me

72Connecting to Televisions, Computers and PrintersConnecting to Televisions, Computers and PrintersConnecting to a TVConnect the camera to a televisi

73Connecting to Televisions, Computers and PrintersConnecting to a ComputerUse the supplied audio video/USB cable to connect the camera to a computer,

74Connecting to a ComputerConnecting to Televisions, Computers and PrintersTransferring Pictures from a Camera to a Computer1 Start the computer to wh

75Connecting to a ComputerConnecting to Televisions, Computers and Printers5 Transfer pictures when Nikon Transfer has finished loading.Click Start Tr

76Connecting to a ComputerConnecting to Televisions, Computers and PrintersD Using Standard OS Operations to Open Camera Files• Navigate to the folder

77Connecting to Televisions, Computers and PrintersConnecting to a PrinterUsers of PictBridge-compatible (A 143) printers can connect the camera direc

viiTable of ContentsFor Your Safety...

78Connecting to a PrinterConnecting to Televisions, Computers and PrintersConnecting the Camera and Printer1 Turn off the camera.2 Turn on the printer

79Connecting to a PrinterConnecting to Televisions, Computers and PrintersPrinting Pictures One at a TimeAfter connecting the camera to the printer co

80Connecting to a PrinterConnecting to Televisions, Computers and Printers6 Choose Start print and press k.7 Printing starts.Monitor display returns t

81Connecting to a PrinterConnecting to Televisions, Computers and Printers4 Choose Print selection, Print all images or DPOF printing and press k.Prin

82Connecting to a PrinterConnecting to Televisions, Computers and Printers5 Printing starts.Monitor display returns to the print menu (step 2) when pr

83Connecting to Televisions, Computers and PrintersCreating a DPOF Print Order: Print SetThe Print set option in the playback menu is used to create d

84Creating a DPOF Print Order: Print SetConnecting to Televisions, Computers and Printers5 Choose whether or not to also print shooting date and photo

85Shooting, Playback and Setup MenusShooting, Playback and Setup MenusShooting Options: The Shooting MenuThe shooting menu and high sensitivity menu c

86Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuShooting, Playback and Setup MenusDisplaying the Shooting Menu and High sensitivity MenuEnter A (auto) or high se

87Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuShooting, Playback and Setup MenusA Image ModePictures taken with a digital camera are recorded as image files. T