Page 1 DIGITAL CAMERA User's Manual...
Page 2: Trademark Information
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Page 3 Introduction First Steps Basic Photography and Playback: Auto Mode Shooting Suited for the Scene - High-sensitivity Shooting Mode, Scene Mode Anti-shake Mode One-Touch Portrait Mode More on Playback Movies Voice Recordings Connecting to Televisions, Computers, and Printers Shooting, Playback, and Setup Menus Wireless Services Technical Notes...
Page 4: For Your Safety
Introduction For Your Safety To prevent damage to your Nikon product or injury to yourself or to others, read the following safety precautions in their entirety before using this equipment. Keep these safety instructions where all those who use the prod- uct will read them.
Page 5 Should the insulation be damaged and the wires become exposed, take it to a Nikon-authorized service rep- resentative for inspection. Failure to observe these precautions could result in fire or electric...
Page 6 Use appropriate cables When connecting cables to the input and output jacks, use only the cables provided or sold by Nikon for the purpose, to maintain compli- ance with product regulations. Handle moving parts with care...
Page 7: Notices
(products purchased in the EU or EFTA can be used anywhere within the EU and EFTA). Nikon does not accept liability for use in other coun- tries. Users who are unsure as to the...
Page 8 Notices FCC/IC RF Exposure Statement The available scientific evidence does not show that any health prob- lems are associated with using low power wireless devices. There is no proof, however, that these low power wireless devices are abso- lutely safe. Low power wireless devices emit low levels of radio fre- quency energy (RF) in the micro- wave range while being used.
Page 9 Corporation may void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Interface Cables Use the interface cables sold or pro- vided by Nikon for your equipment. Using other interface cables may exceed the limits of Class B Part 15 of the FCC rules.
Page 10: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Introduction ...ii For Your Safety...ii WARNINGS ... ii Notices... v About This Manual...1 Information and Precautions...2 Parts of the Camera...6 Attaching the Camera Strap ...6 The Monitor...8 Shooting ...8 Playback...9 Basic Operations ...10 The i (shooting/playback) Button ...10 The C (mode) Button ...10 The Rotary Multi Selector ...11 The m Button ...12...
Page 11 K n Shooting Suited for the Scene - High-sensitivity Shooting Mode, Scene Mode ...35 High-sensitivity Shooting Mode ...35 Scene Modes ...36 Features ...37 F Anti-shake Mode ...44 Shooting in Anti-shake Mode...44 A One-Touch Portrait Mode...45 Taking Pictures in the One-Touch Portrait Mode...45 The One-Touch Portrait Menu...46 i More on Playback...47 Viewing Multiple Pictures: Thumbnail Playback ...47...
Page 12 Table of Contents O Voice Recordings ...71 Making Voice Recordings ...71 Playing Voice Recordings ...73 Copying Voice Recordings ...75 Connecting to Televisions, Computers, and Printers ...76 Connecting to a TV...76 Connecting to a Computer ...77 Before Connecting the Camera ...77 Setting the USB Option ...78 Transferring Pictures to a Computer ...79 Connecting to a Printer...81...
Page 13 Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu...107 Displaying the Setup Menu...108 R Menus...108 H Quick Startup ...109 V Welcome Screen ...109 W Date...110 Z Monitor Settings...113 f Date Imprint...114 b Vibration Reduction...116 u AF Assist ...117 h Sound Settings...117 I Record Orientation ...118 i Auto Off ...118 M Format Memory/O Format Card ...119 j Language ...120...
Page 14 Table of Contents Using Picture Bank ...149 Uploading Selected Pictures...149 Uploading All Pictures at Once ...150 Registering User Information with the Server to View Uploaded Pictures ...152 Registering User Information with the Server ...152 Technical Notes ...154 Optional Accessories ...154 Approved Memory Cards ...154 Image/Sound File and Folder Names...155 Caring for the Camera ...157...
Page 15: About This Manual
About This Manual Thank you for your purchase of a Nikon COOLPIX S50c digital camera. This manual has been written to help you enjoy taking pictures with your Nikon digital camera. Read this manual thoroughly before use, and keep it where all those who use the product will read it.
Page 16: Information And Precautions
Before taking pictures on important occasions (such as at weddings or before taking the cam- era on a trip), take a test shot to ensure that the camera is functioning normally. Nikon will not be held liable for damages or lost profits that may result from product malfunction.
Page 17 Note that simply being in possession of material that has been digitally copied or reproduced by means of a scanner, digital camera or other device may be punishable by law. • Items prohibited by law from being copied or reproduced Do not copy or reproduce paper money, coins, securities, government bonds, or local gov- ernment bonds, even if such copies or reproductions are stamped “Sample”.
Page 18 • Connection to a public wireless LAN for the COOLPIX CONNECT services (hereinafter referred to as Services) is not guaranteed or supported outside the United States, Hong Kong, and Singapore. Nikon is not responsible for any direct or indirect damages or lost profits resulting from any connection made at your own responsibility.
Page 19 Services. • You understand that (i) your right to use the Services may be terminated by Nikon and/or (ii) the materials you post, e-mail or otherwise transmit or communicate through the Ser-...
Page 20: Parts Of The Camera
Parts of the Camera Shutter-release button (c 26) Power-on lamp (c 22, 118) Power switch (c 22) Built-in flash (c 30) Self-timer lamp (c 32, 158) AF-assist illuminator (c 31, 37, 117, 158) Attaching the Camera Strap Built-in microphone (c 54, 64, 71) A (one-touch portrait) button (c 45)/ (D-Lighting) button (c 51) F (anti-shake) button (c 44)
Page 21 Rotary multi selector: c 11 H (self-timer): c 32 F (macro close-up mode): c 33 C (mode) button (c 10) Speaker (c 54, 70, 73) Monitor (c 8) Battery latch (c 14, 15) Tripod socket Multi connector (c 76, 79, 82) J (flash mode): c 30 I (exposure compensation): c 34 d (apply selection) button: c 11...
Page 22: The Monitor
The Monitor The following indicators may appear in the monitor during shooting and playback (actual display varies with current camera settings). Shooting q w z q w z q w z fg hij l fgh ij l fg hij l Edehi Shooting mode ...
Page 23: Playback
Playback I J K I J K I J K Date of recording ... 18 Time of recording... 18 Internal memory indicator ... 28 Battery level indicator ... 22 File number and type... 155 Volume indicator... 54, 70 Voice memo recording guide... 54 Voice memo playback guide...
Page 24: Basic Operations
Basic Operations The i (shooting/playback) Button The C (mode) Button Shooting-mode Selection Menu Setup mode (c 107) Movie mode (c 64) Playback-mode Selection Menu COOLPIX CONNECT (c 144) Setup mode (c 107) Audio playback mode (c 73) Press i once in shooting mode to enter full-frame playback;...
Page 25: The Rotary Multi Selector
The Rotary Multi Selector The rotary multi selector is made up of the rotating ring and the d button. When selecting menus or pictures, you can either press the rotating ring up, down, left, or right, or rotate it. When choosing from numerous menu items or pictures, rotating the ring is recommended for easy scrolling and faster operation.
Page 26: The M Button
Basic Operations The m Button Press m to display the menu for the selected mode. Use the rotary multi selector to navigate the menus (c 11). • L Shooting menu (c 90) • K High-sensitivity menu (c 90) • n Scene menu (c 36) •...
Page 27: Help Displays
Help Displays Press v (l) to view a description of the currently selected menu option. • To return to the original menu, press v (l) again. • Press m to return to shooting or playback mode. Continuous Choose single frame, continuous mode, multi-shot 16 (16 shots in one picture), or interval timer shooting.
Page 28: First Steps
First Steps Inserting the Battery The camera uses a Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL8 (supplied). Charge the battery before first use or when the battery is running low (c 16). Open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover. Insert the battery. Confirm that the positive (+) and negative (-) termi- nals are oriented correctly as described on the label at the entrance of the battery chamber, and insert the battery.
Page 29: Removing The Battery
Removing the Battery Turn the camera off before removing the battery. To eject the battery, open the battery-chamber/ memory card slot cover and slide the battery latch in the direction shown 1. The battery can then be removed by hand 2. •...
Page 30: Charging The Battery
Charging the Battery Insert the battery and charge it with the AC Adapter EH-64 (supplied) before first use or when the battery is running low. Connect the power cable and AC adapter 1. Turn off the camera. If the power-on lamp (green) is lit, press the power switch to turn off the camera.
Page 31: Turning On And Off The Camera
(c 28). Note on the Power Cable Supplied for the Camera (c 16) Only use the power cable for the AC Adapter EH-64 (supplied) for the COOLPIX S50c. Connecting the AC Adapter EH-64 The AC Adapter EH-64 (supplied) can: •...
Page 32: Setting Display Language, Date, And Time
Setting Display Language, Date, and Time A language-selection dialog is displayed the first time the camera is turned Press the power switch to turn on the camera. The power-on lamp will light and the monitor will turn on. Use the rotary multi selector to choose the desired language and press d.
Page 33 Select your home time zone (c 112) and press d. The date menu is displayed. Edit the day ([D]) (order of the day, month, and year may differ in some areas) and press d. Edit the month ([M]) and press d. Repeat steps 6 and 7 to edit the year ([Y]), hour, and minutes.
Page 34: Inserting Memory Cards
Inserting Memory Cards Pictures are stored in the camera’s internal memory (13 MB) or on removable Secure Digital (SD) memory cards (available separately) (c 154). If a memory card is inserted in the camera, pictures are automatically stored on the memory card and pictures recorded to the memory card can be played back, deleted, or transferred.
Page 35: Removing Memory Cards
• Do not turn the camera off or open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover until formatting is complete. • The first time you insert the memory cards used in other devices into the COOLPIX S50c, be sure to format them (c 119).
Page 36: L Basic Photography And Playback: Auto Mode
Basic Photography and Playback: Auto Mode Step 1 Turn the Camera On and Select L (Auto) Mode This section describes how to take pictures in L (auto) mode, an automatic, “point-and-shoot” mode recommended for first-time users of digital cam- eras. Press the power switch to turn on the camera.
Page 37: Vibration Reduction
Step 1 Turn the Camera On and Select L (Auto) Mode Indicators Displayed in L (Auto) Mode Shooting mode M displayed in L (auto) mode Image mode Choose from seven image-mode options depending on how you plan to use the picture. The default set- ting is E Normal (3,072 ×...
Page 38: Step 2 Frame A Picture
Step 2 Frame a Picture Ready the camera. Hold the camera steadily in both hands, keeping your fingers and other objects away from the lens, flash, and self-timer lamp. Frame the picture. Position the main subject near the center of the mon- itor.
Page 39: Digital Zoom
Digital Zoom Unlike optical zoom, data from the camera’s image sensor are processed digitally with digital zoom. Details visible at maximum optical zoom are simply enlarged, producing a slightly “grainy” image. High-sensitivity Shooting Mode In high-sensitivity shooting mode (c 35), sensitivity is increased to reduce blurring caused by camera shake or subject movement under low lighting.
Page 40: Step 3 Focus And Shoot
Step 3 Focus and Shoot Press the shutter-release button halfway. The camera focuses on the subject positioned within the active focus area. By default, the camera auto- matically chooses the focus area (one of five) contain- ing the subject closest to the camera and adjusts exposure accordingly.
Page 41: During Recording
During Recording While pictures are being recorded, the y (wait) icon will be displayed, and the M icon will blink. Do not turn the camera off, open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover, or remove or disconnect the power source while these icons are displayed. Cutting power or removing the memory card in these circumstances could result in loss of data or in damage to the camera or card.
Page 42: Step 4 Viewing And Deleting Pictures
Step 4 Viewing and Deleting Pictures Full-Frame Playback Press i. The last picture taken will be displayed. Use the rotary multi selector G, H, I, or J to view additional pictures. Pictures taken in “tall” orientation will be rotated auto- matically (c 118).
Page 43: Viewing Pictures
Full-Frame Playback Mode The following options are available in full-frame playback mode. Option Playback zoom View thumbnails Display thumbnail wheel D-Lighting Record/play voice memo Switch to shooting mode Quick Playback Zoom Pressing v (k) during full-frame playback zooms the current picture in 3×, with the center of the picture displayed in the monitor (Quick Playback Zoom) (c 49).
Page 44: Using The Flash
Using the Flash The flash has a range of 0.3–3.5 m (1–11.4 ft.) when the camera is zoomed out all the way. With maximum optical zoom applied, the range is 0.3–3 m (1–9.8 ft.) (when [ISO sensitivity] is set to [Auto]). The following flash modes are available: Auto (default setting for L (auto) mode) Flash fires automatically when lighting is poor.
Page 45 • Off: Flash will not fire when picture is taken. Red-Eye Reduction The COOLPIX S50c is equipped with an advanced red-eye reduction system. Pre-flashes are fired several times at low intensity before the main flash to reduce “red-eye.” If the camera detects “red-eye”...
Page 46: Taking Pictures With The Self-Timer
Taking Pictures with the Self-Timer The camera is equipped with a ten-second and three-second timer for self- portraits. When using the self-timer, use of a tripod is recommended. Turn vibration reduction (c 116) off when using a tripod. Press H (self-timer). The self-timer menu is displayed.
Page 47: Macro Close-Up Mode
Macro Close-up Mode Macro close-up mode is used for taking pictures of objects as close as 4 cm (1.6 in.). Note that the flash may be unable to light entire subject at distances of less than 30 cm (11.8 in.). Press L (macro close-up mode).
Page 48: Exposure Compensation
Exposure Compensation Exposure compensation is used to alter exposure from the value suggested by the camera to make pictures brighter or darker. Press the rotary multi selector I (expo- sure compensation). Use the rotary multi selector to adjust exposure. • When the picture is too dark: adjust the exposure compensation to “+”...
Page 49: Scene Mode
Shooting Suited for the Scene - High-sensitivity Shooting Mode, Scene Mode High-sensitivity Shooting Mode In high-sensitivity shooting mode, sensitivity is increased with shooting under low lighting to reduce blurring caused by camera shake or subject move- ment, allowing you to capture the atmosphere of the scene. ISO sensitivity will be automatically increased to a maximum of 1600 depending upon the brightness of the subject.
Page 50: Scene Modes
Scene Modes The camera offers a choice of 15 “scene” options. Camera settings are auto- matically optimized for the selected subject type. B Portrait E Landscape P Sports D Night portrait C Party/indoor Enter scene mode by pressing C in shooting mode, select- ing n (use the rotary multi selector), and then pressing d.
Page 51: Features
Features B Portrait Use this mode for portraits in which the main subject stands out clearly. Portrait subjects exhibit smooth, natu- ral-looking skin tones. • Camera focuses on subject in the center of the monitor. Off* * Other settings can be selected. E Landscape Use this mode for vivid landscapes and cityscapes.
Page 52 Scene Modes D Night Portrait Use this mode to achieve a natural balance between the main subject and background lighting in portraits taken at night. Fill flash with slow sync and red-eye reduction. Other settings can be selected. C Party/indoor Captures the effects of candlelight and other indoor back- ground lighting.
Page 53 I Sunset Preserves the deep hues seen in sunsets and sunrises. • Camera focuses at infinity. When the shutter-release button is pressed halfway, the focus indicator (c 26) always lights; however, focus may not be set for near subjects, while the camera focuses at infinity. Off* * Other settings can be selected.
Page 54 Scene Modes M Close up Photograph flowers, insects, and other small objects at close range. • The camera can focus at distances as close as 4 cm (1.6 in.). Zoom is available when F is green. • [AF area mode] is set to [Manual] (c 99). Camera focuses on subject in applied focus area.
Page 55 O Copy Provides clear pictures of text or drawings on a white board or in print. • Camera focuses on subject in center of frame. • Use macro close-up mode (c 33) to focus at short ranges. • Colored text and drawings may not show up well. Off* * Other settings can be selected.
Page 56: Taking Pictures For A Panorama
Scene Modes F Panorama assist Use when taking a series of pictures that will later be joined to form a single pan- orama using PictureProject. * Other settings can be selected. Taking Pictures for a Panorama The camera focuses on the subject in the center of the frame. Use a tripod for best results.
Page 57 Take the second picture. Compose the next picture so that it over- laps the first picture. Repeat until you have taken the necessary number of pictures to complete the scene. Press d when shooting is completed. The camera returns to step 2. Panorama Assist Flash mode (c 30), self-timer (c 32), macro close-up (c 33), and exposure compensation (c 34) settings cannot be adjusted after the first picture is taken.
Page 58: F Anti-Shake Mode
Anti-shake Mode Shooting in Anti-shake Mode In anti-shake mode, vibration reduction (c 116) and BSS (c 97) are enabled. In addition, ISO sensitivity is automatically raised to 1600 depending upon the brightness of the subject and shutter speed is faster than with L (auto) mode, under the same lighting conditions, to reduce blurring caused by camera shake or subject movement.
Page 59: A One-Touch Portrait Mode
One-Touch Portrait Mode Taking Pictures in the One-Touch Portrait Mode For portrait shots, press A when the camera is in L (auto) mode, high-sensitiv- ity shooting mode, scene mode, movie mode, and anti-shake mode. The following features are automatically activated: •...
Page 60: The One-Touch Portrait Menu
The One-Touch Portrait Menu Press m in one-touch portrait mode to display the one-touch portrait menu. In addition to image mode, portrait effects (reducing vividness of skin tones, softening overall image) can be set. Image mode Choose an image size and quality (c 91). Portrait effect Choose from [Normal], [Brighter] (reduces vividness of skin tones), and [Softer] (soft effect).
Page 61: More On Playback
More on Playback Viewing Multiple Pictures: Thumbnail Playback Press t (j) in full-frame playback (c 28) to dis- play pictures in “contact sheets” of thumbnail images. The following operations can be performed while thumbnails are displayed: Choose pictures Change number of pictures dis- played Cancel thumb-...
Page 62: Viewing Multiple Pictures: Thumbnail Wheel Playback
Viewing Multiple Pictures: Thumbnail Wheel Playback Rotate the rotary multi selector in full-frame play- back (c 28) to display the thumbnail wheel. The thumbnail wheel is displayed at the right of the monitor. When a thumbnail is selected, the thumb- nail is displayed at the left of the monitor.
Page 63: Taking A Closer Look: Playback Zoom
Taking a Closer Look: Playback Zoom Pressing v (k) during full-frame playback (c 28) zooms the current picture in 3×, with the center of the picture displayed in the monitor (Quick Playback Zoom). The guide at lower right shows which portion of the picture is enlarged.
Page 64: Editing Pictures
• The COOLPIX S50c editing functions may not be available for pictures taken with non- COOLPIX S50c digital cameras. • If a copy created using the COOLPIX S50c is viewed on a different digital camera, the pic- ture may not be displayed or may not be transferred to a computer.
Page 65: Enhancing Brightness And Contrast: D-Lighting
Enhancing Brightness and Contrast: D-Lighting D-Lighting can be used to create copies with enhanced brightness and con- trast, brightening dark portions of a picture. Enhanced copies are stored as separate files. Select the desired picture from full- frame (c 28), thumbnail (c 47), or thumbnail wheel (c 48) playback and press A.
Page 66: Creating A Cropped Copy: Crop
Editing Pictures Creating a Cropped Copy: Crop This function is only available when D is displayed in the monitor with playback zoom (c 49) enabled. Cropped copies are stored as separate files. Press v (k) to zoom in on the image. Refine copy composition.
Page 67: H Resizing Pictures: Small Picture
H Resizing Pictures: Small Picture Create a small copy of the current picture. Small copies are stored as JPEG files with a compression ratio of 1:16. The following sizes are available. Option I 640×480 Suited to television playback. J 320×240 Suited to display on web pages.
Page 68: Voice Memos: Recording And Playback
• If a voice memo already exists for the current picture, it must be deleted before a new voice memo can be recorded. • The COOLPIX S50c may be not able to attach a voice memo to pictures recorded by other cameras.
Page 69: Viewing Pictures By Date
Viewing Pictures by Date In calendar mode or list by date mode, pictures taken on a specified date can be displayed. When m is pressed, the calendar menu or the list by date menu is displayed, and all pictures taken on a specified date can be selected for deletion, printing, protection, and transfer.
Page 70: Selecting A Date In List By Date Mode
Viewing Pictures by Date Selecting a Date in List by Date Mode Enter list by date mode by press- ing C in playback mode, selecting L (use the rotary multi selector), and then pressing d. Dates for which pictures exist will be listed. Choose the desired date and press d.
Page 71: Using Calendar Mode And List By Date Mode
Using Calendar Mode and List by Date Mode Select date Select month (cal- endar mode only) Switch to full- frame playback Delete picture View calendar or list by date menu View playback mode menu Switch to shoot- ing mode Notes on Calendar Mode and List by Date Mode •...
Page 72: Calendar And List By Date Menus
Viewing Pictures by Date Calendar and List by Date Menus Press m in either mode to display the following menus for only the pic- tures taken on the specified date. Print set Slide show Delete Protect Transfer marking Rotate image* Small picture* * During full-frame playback only The procedure for selecting pictures in calendar or date list playback differs...
Page 73: Pictmotion By Muvee
Pictmotion by muvee Pictmotion* creates slide show movies with custom transitions and back- ground music. It is only available when a memory card is inserted in the camera. * Pictmotion is powered by muvee Technologies. Creating a Pictmotion Movie This section describes the easiest way to create a Pictmotion movie. Enter Pictmotion mode by press- ing C in playback mode, selecting P (use the rotary...
Page 74: Choose Pictures
Pictmotion by muvee Creating a Custom Pictmotion Movie Use the rotary multi selector to choose [View images] in the picture selection screen (c 59, step 3) and press d. The check box is selected (y). Choose [All images] or [List by date] and press d. [All images]: Proceed to step 4 [List by date]: Proceed to step 3 Select a date.
Page 75 Notes on Pictmotion • Pictmotion supports both still pictures and movie files (up to five); note, however, that in the case of movies only a small portion selected from the first 60 seconds of each movie will be included. • The current memory card holds up to 20 Pictmotion movies. If the current memory card holds 20 Pictmotion movies, delete unnecessary movies before creating new movies.
Page 76 Pictmotion by muvee 2 Effects Rotate the rotary multi selector to display [Effects] and press the rotary multi selector J. Choose from [Moody], [Pro-slow], [Pro-fast], and [Classic]. • Press v (k) to preview selected style on the left side of the monitor. 3 Playback Order Rotate the rotary multi selector to display [Play- back order], and press the rotary multi selector...
Page 77 Choose [End] and press d. Monitor returns to that shown in step 2. To resume playback, choose [Restart] and press d. Pictmotion Playback The COOLPIX S50c cannot play Pictmotion movies created with another make of camera. Pictmotion by muvee Pictmotion by muvee Play...
Page 78: T Movies
Movies Recording Movies To shoot movies with sound recorded via the built-in microphone, select shooting mode and follow the steps below. Enter movie mode by pressing C in shooting mode, select- ing S (use the rotary multi selector), and then pressing d. Exposure count display shows maximum total length of movie that can be recorded.
Page 79: The Movie Menu
The Movie Menu Press m in movie mode to display the movie menu. Movie options Choose type of movie that will be recorded. Auto-focus mode Choose how camera focuses in movie mode. c 66 c 69...
Page 80: Selecting Movie Options
The Movie Menu Selecting Movie Options The movie menu offers the options shown below. Option Image size: 640 × 480 pixels Frame rate: 30 frames per second TV movie 640A Recording automatically stops after 60 seconds. Suited for Pict- motion movies (c 59). Pictmotion 640 Image size: 640 ×...
Page 81: Time-Lapse Movies
Time-Lapse Movies Record flowers opening or butterflies emerging from cocoons. Use the rotary multi selector to choose [Movie options] and press d. Choose [Time-lapse movieA] and press Choose the interval between shots and press d. Choose from intervals between ten seconds and 60 minutes.
Page 82: Stop-Motion Movies
The Movie Menu Stop-Motion Movies Use the rotary multi selector to choose [Movie options] > [Stop-motion movie] and press d. Choose [Playback speed] and press d. Press m. The camera returns to shooting mode. Press the shutter-release button to record the first frame. The recorded picture will be superimposed on the view through the lens.
Page 83: Auto-Focus Mode
Auto-Focus Mode Choose how the camera focuses in movie mode. Option Z Single AF Camera focuses when shutter-release button is pressed half- (default setting) way and locks at this position during shooting. Camera focuses continuously until focus is acquired and locked.
Page 84: Movie Playback
Movie Playback In full-frame playback (c 28), movies are recog- nized by the T icon. To play a movie, display it in full-frame playback and press d. Use the zoom buttons to adjust playback volume. Press t (j) to lower volume, or v (k) to raise volume.
Page 85: O Voice Recordings
Voice Recordings Making Voice Recordings Audio voice recordings can be recorded over the built-in microphone and played back over the built-in speaker. Enter voice recording mode by pressing C in shooting mode, selecting O (use the rotary multi selector), and then pressing d. The length of recording that can be made will be dis- played.
Page 86: Sound Quality
Making Voice Recordings Operations During Recording The following operations are available during recording. If the monitor has turned off, press i to reactivate. Press Pause/resume recording Create index End recording Sound Quality Press m in voice recording mode to display the following sound quality options.
Page 87: Playing Voice Recordings
Playing Voice Recordings Enter audio playback mode by pressing C in playback mode, selecting q (use the rotary multi selector), and then press- ing d. Choose the desired file and press d. The selected file will be played back. Control icons File number Playback time Progress indicator...
Page 88 Playing Voice Recordings Operations During Playback Use the zoom buttons to adjust playback volume. Press t (j) to lower vol- ume, or v (k) to raise volume. Rotate the rotary multi selector to advance or rewind the voice recording. Playback controls appear at the top of the monitor. Press the rotary multi selector I or J to choose a control, then press d to perform the selected operation.
Page 89: Copying Voice Recordings
Choose [Yes] and press d. Copying starts. Voice Recordings The COOLPIX S50c may be unable to play or copy sound files created with another make of camera. [No sound file.] Message If there are no sound files stored on the memory card when q is selected (c 73, step1), the message, [No sound file.], will be displayed.
Page 90: Connecting To Televisions, Computers, And Printers
Connecting to Televisions, Computers, and Printers Connecting to a TV Connect the camera to a television using the supplied audio video/USB cable to play back pictures on the television. Turn off the camera. Connect the camera to the TV using the supplied audio video/ USB cable.
Page 91: Connecting To A Computer
(Home Edition/Professional) Windows 2000 Professional Mac OS X (Version 10.3.9, 10.4.x) Refer to the Nikon website for the latest information on operating system compatibility. This camera supports the USB options, [PTP] (default setting) and [Mass storage]. The camera’s E (d) button cannot be used to transfer pictures when the memory card write-protect switch is in the “lock”...
Page 92: Setting The Usb Option
Connecting to a Computer Setting the USB Option Set the USB option in the setup menu (c 107) on the camera before con- necting the camera to a computer or printer. Display the setup menu by pressing C in playback or shooting mode, selecting Z (use the rotary multi selector), and then pressing d.
Page 93: Transferring Pictures To A Computer
Transferring Pictures to a Computer Start a computer to which PictureProject has been installed. Turn off the camera. Connect the camera to the computer using the supplied audio video/USB cable. Turn on the camera. At default PictureProject settings, PictureProject Transfer is launched immediately with recognition of camera connection.
Page 94 Connecting to a Computer Disconnect the camera when transfer is complete. If the USB option is set to [PTP] Turn the camera off and disconnect the audio video/USB cable. If the USB option is set to [Mass storage] Remove the camera from the system as described below before turning the camera off and disconnecting the audio video/USB cable.
Page 95: Connecting To A Printer
Connecting to a Printer Users of PictBridge-compatible (c 176) printers can connect the camera directly to the printer and print pictures without using a computer. Print pictures one at a time (c 83) Turn camera off and disconnect audio video/USB cable Note on Power Source When connecting the camera to a printer, use a fully charged battery to prevent the camera from turning off unexpectedly.
Page 96: Connecting The Camera And Printer
Connecting to a Printer Connecting the Camera and Printer Set the USB option (c 78) to [PTP]. Turn off the camera. Turn on the printer. Check printer settings. Connect the camera to the printer using the supplied audio video/USB cable. Turn on the camera.
Page 97: Printing Pictures One At A Time
Printing Pictures One at a Time After connecting the camera to the printer correctly (c 82), print pictures by following the procedure below. Use the rotary multi selector to choose the desired picture and press d. The PictBridge menu is displayed. Press v (k) to switch to full-frame playback.
Page 98: Printing Multiple Pictures
Connecting to a Printer Choose [Start print] and press d. Printing starts. Monitor display returns to that shown in step 1 when printing is complete. To cancel before all copies have been printed, press Printing Multiple Pictures After connecting the camera to the printer correctly (c 82), print pictures by following the procedure below.
Page 99 Choose the desired paper size and press To specify paper size using printer settings, choose [Default] in the paper size menu and press d. Choose [Print selection], [Print all images] or [DPOF printing] and press d. Print selection Choose the pictures and number of copies (up to nine) of each.
Page 100 Connecting to a Printer DPOF printing Print pictures for which a print order has been created in [Print set] (c 87). • The menu shown at right will be displayed. • To print, choose [Start print] and press d. • Choose [Cancel] and press d to return to the print menu (step 4).
Page 101: Creating A Dpof Print Order: Print Set
Creating a DPOF Print Order: Print Set The [Print set] option in the playback menu is used to create digital “print orders” for printing on DPOF-compatible devices (c 176). In addition to pictures themselves, shooting date and photo information (shutter speed, aperture, etc.) can also be printed. When the camera is connected to a PictBridge-compatible printer, pictures can be printed from the printer according to the DPOF print order you have created for pictures on the memory card.
Page 102 Creating a DPOF Print Order: Print Set Choose whether or not to also print shooting date and photo information. [Date]: Print date of recording on all pictures in the print order. [Info]: Print shutter speed and aperture on all pictures in the print order.
Page 103: Connecting To A Imagelink-Compatible Printer
Connecting to a ImageLink-compatible Printer See documentation provided with your printer for information on operating the printer. Attach the Dock Insert PV-12 (supplied) to the printer. Set the USB option (c 78) to [PTP]. Turn the camera off and attach it to the dock insert.
Page 104: Shooting, Playback, And Setup Menus
Shooting, Playback, and Setup Menus Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu The shooting menu and high-sensitivity menu contain the following options. Image mode Choose image size and quality. White balance Match white balance to the light source. Continuous Take pictures one at a time or in a sequence. Use the “best shot selector”...
Page 105: Displaying The Shooting Menu And High-Sensitivity Menu
• To exit the shooting or high-sensitivity menu, press m. Z Image Mode Pictures taken with a digital camera are recorded as image files. The size of the files, and with it the number of images that can be recorded, depends on the size and quality of the images.
Page 106: Image Mode
Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu Image Mode and the Number of Exposures Remaining The following table lists the number of pictures that can be stored in internal memory and on a 256 MB memory card, together with the size of still pictures. Note that the number of pic- tures that can be stored will differ depending on the composition of the picture (due to JPEG compression).
Page 107: White Balance
d White Balance The color of light reflected from an object varies with the color of the light source. The human brain is able to adapt to changes in the color of the light source, with the result that white objects appear white whether seen in the shade, direct sunlight, or under incandescent lighting.
Page 108: Preset White Balance
Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu f Preset White Balance Preset white balance is used with mixed lighting or to compensate for light sources with a strong color cast (for example, to make pictures taken under a lamp with a red shade look as though they had been taken under white light). Place a white or gray reference object under the lighting that will be used during shooting.
Page 109: Continuous
q Continuous Capture a fleeting expression on a portrait subject, photograph a subject that is moving unpredictably, or capture motion in a series of pictures. Focus, exposure, and white balance are fixed at the values for the first picture in each series. Single (default setting) One shot is taken each time shutter-release button is pressed.
Page 110: Interval Timer Photography
Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu z Interval Timer Photography Pictures are taken automatically at specified intervals. Choose from intervals between 30 seconds and 60 minutes. Use the rotary multi selector to choose [Intvl timer shooting] in the continuous menu, and press d. Choose interval between shots and press Press m.
Page 111: A Best Shot Selector (Bss)
A Best Shot Selector (BSS) The “best shot selector” is convenient for shooting in situations where inadvertent camera movement can result in blurred pictures. At [On] setting, the flash automatically turns off and focus, exposure, and white balance for all pictures are determined by the first picture in each series.
Page 112: W Iso Sensitivity
Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu W ISO Sensitivity Sensitivity is a measure of how quickly the camera reacts to light. The higher the sensitivity, the less light needed to make an exposure. Although a high ISO rating is suited for taking pictures of subjects in action or in poor lighting, high sensitivity is often associated with “noise”...
Page 113: Af Area Mode
k AF Area Mode Use this option to determine where the camera focuses. Auto (default setting) Camera automatically selects the focus area (1 of 5; c 26) containing the subject closest to the camera. The selected focus area is displayed when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway.
Page 114: Restrictions On Camera Settings
Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu Press the shutter-release button the rest of the way down. Restrictions on Camera Settings Restrictions apply to the following settings in L (auto) mode: Flash mode Flash turns off at [Continuous] settings of [Continuous] or [Multi-shot 16], or when [BSS] is on.
Page 115: Playback Options: The Playback Menu
Playback Options: The Playback Menu The playback menu contains the following options. Print set Select pictures to print and the number of copies for each. Slide show View pictures stored in the internal memory or on a memory card in an automatic slide show.
Page 116: Selecting Multiple Pictures
Playback Options: The Playback Menu Selecting Multiple Pictures When following the steps below to select multiple pictures for a print set (c 87), deletion (c 104), protection from (c 105), rotate (c 105), copying between internal memory and the memory card (c 106), or for the welcome screen (c 109), the screen shown at right is displayed.
Page 117: Slide Show
z Slide Show Play back pictures stored in the internal memory or on a memory card in an automated “slide show”. Display the slide show menu; use the rotary multi selector to choose [Start] and press d. To change the interval between pictures, choose [Frame intvl], select the desired interval time, and press d before choosing [Start].
Page 118: A Delete
Playback Options: The Playback Menu A Delete The delete menu contains the options shown below. If no memory card is inserted in the camera, pic- tures in the internal memory will be deleted. If a memory card is inserted, pictures on the mem- ory card will be deleted.
Page 119: E Transfer Marking
E Transfer Marking Change transfer marking (E) for existing pictures. When the camera is connected to a computer with PictureProject installed via the supplied audio video/ USB cable, pressing d transfers only the pictures marked with a E icon (c 79). At the default set- ting, all pictures are marked for transfer.
Page 120: L Copy
Playback Options: The Playback Menu L Copy Copy pictures between the internal memory and a memory card. First, select from the following options. Copy pictures from internal memory to memory card. Copy pictures from memory card to internal memory. Then, select the desired copy option. Choose [Selected images] (c 102) to copy specific pictures in the internal memory or memory card.
Page 121: Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu
Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu The setup menu contains the following options. Menus Choose how menus are displayed. Quick startup Enable or disable welcome screen and start-up sound. Welcome screen Select screen displayed when camera is turned on. Date Set camera clock and choose home and destination time zones.
Page 122: Displaying The Setup Menu
Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu Displaying the Setup Menu First, display the playback-mode or shooting-mode selection menu by press- ing C. Then select Z (use the rotary multi selector), press d. Set up • Use the rotary multi selector to choose and apply settings. (c 11) •...
Page 123: H Quick Startup
To set the welcome screen, [Quick startup] must be set to [Off]. Nikon Displays a welcome screen when the camera is turned on. Animation (default setting) Displays a short animation when the camera is turned on.
Page 124: W Date
Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu W Date Set the camera clock and choose home and travel destination time zones. Date Set camera clock to current date and time. See “Setting Display Language, Date, and Time” (c 18-19) for more informa- tion.
Page 125 Choose the travel destination time zone and press d. The setting is enabled. While the travel destination time zone is selected, the Y icon will be displayed in the monitor when the camera is in shooting mode. The Clock Battery The clock battery charges when the main battery is installed or an AC adapter is connected, and can provide several days of backup power after about 10 hours of charging.
Page 126 Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu Time Zones (c 18) The camera supports the time zones listed below. Increments of less than one hour are not supported; when travelling to or from destinations at half- or quarter-hour increments from Greenwich Mean Time (GMT), such as Afghanistan, Central Australia, India, Iran, Nepal, or Newfoundland, set the camera clock to local time (c 18, 110).
Page 127: Z Monitor Settings
Z Monitor Settings Choose whether or not to display information in the monitor, and set the monitor brightness. Photo info Choose information displayed in monitor during shooting and playback mode. Brightness Choose from five settings for monitor brightness. Photo Info The following display options are available.
Page 128: Date Imprint
Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu f Date Imprint Date and time of recording can be imprinted on pictures for printing this information from printers that are not DPOF-compatible (c 176). Off (default setting) Date and time are not imprinted on pictures. Date Date is imprinted on the bottom right corner of pictures taken while this option is in effect.
Page 129 Date Counter Pictures taken while this option is in effect are imprinted with the number of days remaining until, or the number of days elapsed since a specified date. Use it to track the growth of a child or count down the days until a birthday or wedding.
Page 130: Vibration Reduction
Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu b Vibration Reduction Vibration reduction effectively corrects blur, caused by slight hand movement known as camera shake, that commonly occurs when shooting with zoom applied or at slow shutter speeds. Vibration reduc- tion can be used in all shooting modes. When [Off] is selected, an icon for the current setting is not displayed in the monitor (c 8).
Page 131: Af Assist
u AF Assist If [Auto] (default setting) is selected, AF-assist illu- mination will be used to assist the focus operation when the subject is poorly lit. Note that for some scene modes, AF-assist illumina- tion turns off automatically. To disable this function, choose [Off]. When set to [Off], the camera may be unable to focus if lighting is poor.
Page 132: I Record Orientation
Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu I Record Orientation Choose whether or not to record the orientation of pictures taken in “tall” orientation. Choose [Auto] (default setting) to record the pic- ture’s orientation detected by the camera’s sensor. The taken picture will be automatically rotated when played back on the camera monitor or with PictureProject.
Page 133: M Format Memory/O Format Card
• Do not turn the camera off, disconnect the AC adapter, or remove the battery or memory card during formatting. • The first time you insert the memory cards used in other devices into the COOLPIX S50c, format them. Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu...
Page 134: Language
Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu j Language Choose one of 20 languages for display of camera menus and messages. Czech Danish German (default setting) Spanish French Indonesian Italian Dutch Norwegian k Interface Adjust settings for connection to a computer or television.
Page 135: Reset All
n Reset All This option restores the following settings to their default values: Pop-up menu Option Flash mode (c 30) Self-timer (c 32) Macro close-up (c 33) Exposure compensation (c 34) Scene mode Option Scene mode (c 36) One-touch portrait menu Option Portrait effect (c 46) Movie menu...
Page 136 Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu Shooting menu Option Image mode (c 91) White balance (c 93) Continuous (c 95) Interval timer photography (c 96) BSS (c 97) ISO sensitivity (c 98) Color options (c 98) AF area mode (c 99) Setup menu Option Menus (c 108)
Page 137: B Firmware Version
B Firmware Version View the current camera firmware version. The 12-digit number displayed below the firmware version is the camera’s MAC address. Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu Default value High Default COOLPIX S50c Ver. X.X MAC address xx-xx-xx-xx-xx-xx Back MAC address...
Page 138: M Wireless Services
Wireless Services COOLPIX CONNECT The COOLPIX S50c is equipped with a wireless LAN function that utilizes the IEEE 802.11b/g standards. COOLPIX CONNECT offers services for uploading pictures stored in the camera’s internal memory, or on a memory card, directly to a dedicated server over a wireless Internet connection. The cam- era’s wireless LAN function allows direct connection to the Internet using a...
Page 139: Network Profile
Home Wireless LAN • Home wireless LAN refers to wireless LAN environment used at home. COOLPIX CONNECT services are available in infrastructure mode, which supports connection to the Internet via an access point. COOLPIX CONNECT services are not available if the home wireless LAN uses a proxy server to connect to the Internet.
Page 140: Coolpix Connect Services
COOLPIX CONNECT Services Follow the service requirements and the configuration and operation instruc- tions for the selected service. COOLPIX CONNECT Service type Picture Mail Picture Bank Back Select SSID Back The icon to the right of each SSID shows the status of the network profile registered to each SSID:...
Page 141 Preparation Network requirements • The sender’s e- mail address (mobile tele- phone e-mail addresses are not supported) • Recipient e-mail addresses for e- mail notifica- tion (mobile telephone e- mail addresses are not sup- ported) A home wireless LAN access point (infrastruc- ture mode) that sup- ports connection to the Internet.
Page 142: Wireless Lan Settings For The Camera
Wireless LAN Settings for the Camera To use COOLPIX CONNECT services, network settings including a network profile and sender information, must be configured for the wireless LAN. Refer to the information below for assistance in configuring settings using the [Wireless settings] option in the camera’s setup menu or the Utility on a computer.
Page 143: Sender Information
Encryption key Enter the encryption key, provided by the network administrator, for the selected authentication method. This is not necessary when [Authentication] is set to [Open system] and [Encryption] is set to [None]. Key index When [Encryption] is set to [WEP], select the same key index used by the access point (unnecessary when [Encryption] is set to [None], [TKIP], or [AES]).
Page 144: Wireless Settings
Configuring Wireless LAN Settings from the Camera Configure necessary information for wireless LAN connection using the cam- era. This information can also be configured with the camera using a com- puter and the Utility (c 139). Configuring a Network Profile Configuration Overview This section provides a brief overview of network profile configuration.
Page 145 Configuring Wireless LAN Settings from the Camera Entering Text with the Camera Text for information such as aliases (up to 16 char- acters), e-mail addresses (up to 64 characters), and user ID and password can be entered using the camera. •...
Page 146: Setup Menu
Configuring Wireless LAN Settings from the Camera Configuring a Network Profile This section explains the steps introduced in “Configuration Overview” (c 130) in detail. Choose [Network profile] from the [Wireless settings] option in the camera’s setup menu. Press d to apply selection. If a password has been applied (c 137), enter the password and press the shutter-release button.
Page 147 Choose [Home wireless LAN] for the net- work type and press d. Set up and use of public wireless LANs with the COOLPIX S50c is not available in all countries. For more information on countries where public wireless LAN connection is available, see “Public Wireless LAN”...
Page 148 Configuring Wireless LAN Settings from the Camera Choose the desired method for specify- ing the camera’s IP address and press d. When [Configuration] is set to [Auto], address will be specified automatically. When [Configuration] is set to [Manual], configure the [IP address], [Subnet mask], [Gateway], [Primary DNS], and [Secondary DNS] settings in order, pressing the shutter-release button to apply each setting.
Page 149: Configuring The Sender With The Camera
Configuring Wireless LAN Settings from the Camera Configuring the Sender with the Camera Enter your alias and e-mail address as sender information. Sender informa- tion is used to register and confirm user information with the server, as well as for Picture Mail e-mail notification. Select [Sender] from the [Wireless set- tings] option in the camera’s setup menu and press d.
Page 150: Specifying A Recipient
Configuring Wireless LAN Settings from the Camera Specifying a Recipient Follow the instructions below to specify a recipient (alias and e-mail address) for Picture Mail e-mail notification. Select [Address options] from the [Wire- less settings] option in the camera’s setup menu and press d. If a password has been applied (c 137), enter the password and press the shutter-release button.
Page 151: Protecting Coolpix Connect Settings Information
Configuring Wireless LAN Settings from the Camera Protecting COOLPIX CONNECT Settings Information A password can be applied to prevent access to wireless network informa- tion entered in the camera, including the network profiles and recipient e- mail addresses, by third parties if the camera should be lost or stolen, or oth- erwise compromised.
Page 152: Resetting The Camera
Configuring Wireless LAN Settings from the Camera Resetting the Camera Follow the instructions below to reset all wireless LAN connection settings, including the password, stored in the camera. Use the [Reset] option to delete all user information registered and configured with the camera before transferring it to another owner.
Page 153: Configuring Wireless Lan Settings From A Computer
Windows XP (Home Edition/Professional, Service Pack 2 recommended), Mac OS X (Version 10.3.9, 10.4.x) Refer to the Nikon website for the latest information on operating system compatibility. Notes on Software Installation • Exit all other applications and turn off any virus-checking software.
Page 154: Installing The Utility
Configuring Wireless LAN Settings from a Computer Installing the Utility Turn the computer on and insert the yellow COOLPIX CON- NECT Utility/PictureProject installer CD into the CD-ROM drive. • Windows: The Install Center program will start. If you are using Windows Vista, follow the on-screen instructions.
Page 155: Connecting The Camera To The Computer
• Windows: Select [Start] > [All Programs] > [COOLPIX CONNECT Utility] > [COOLPIX CON- NECT Utility Uninstall] and follow the on-screen instructions to complete uninstallation. • Macintosh: Open [Application] > [Nikon Software] > [COOLPIX CONNECT Utility], double- click the [COOLPIX CONNECT Utility Uninstaller] icon, and follow the on-screen instructions to complete uninstallation.
Page 156 Follow the instructions below to start the Utility: Windows: Start the computer and select [Start] > [All programs] > [COOLPIX CONNECT Utility] > [COOLPIX CONNECT Utility]. Macintosh: Start the computer and open [Applications] > [Nikon Software] > [COOLPIX CONNECT Utility] folder, and double-click the [NkCPXCon- nectUtility] icon.
Page 157 Configuring Wireless LAN Settings from a Computer Public Wireless LAN Public wireless LAN connection is available only via T-Mobile hotspots in the United States, by SingTel in Singapore, and by PCCW in Hong Kong. When configuring network profiles for a public wireless LAN hotspot, use the following SSIDs, displayed in the camera monitor with SSID detection: •...
Page 158: Using Coolpix Connect Services
Using COOLPIX CONNECT Services Press C in playback mode and use the rotary multi selec- tor to choose M, and press d. If a password has been applied, enter the password (c 137) and press the shutter-release button. Choose [Picture Mail] or [Picture Bank] and press d.
Page 159 Message Displayed During Transfer The message shown at right is displayed in the monitor during picture transfer. The antenna icon in the top left corner of the monitor indicates signal strength (5-levels). The icon changes to red when outside the network area. When signal strength is poor, remove any obstacles between the camera antenna and access point.
Page 160: Using Picture Mail
Using Picture Mail Uploading Pictures and Specifying Recipients for E-Mail Notification Display the picture selection screen. Refer to steps 1 to 3 of “Using COOLPIX CONNECT Services” (c 144) to display the picture selection screen. Choose [All images] or [List by date] and press d.
Page 161 Press v (k) again to return to the choose address screen. Press the shutter-release button to apply the recipients. Using Picture Mail Choose size Photoprint PC size TV size Full size Back Confirm Choose address Nikon1 Coolpix connect Nikon@xxxx.com Nikon2 Back ON/OFF Confirm...
Page 162: Viewing Uploaded Pictures From Picturer Mail E-Mail Notification
Using Picture Mail Upload pictures. Choose [Yes] and press the shutter-release button. Pressing d, instead of the shutter-release button, also initiates picture upload. The screens for connecting to the server, and for uploading pictures to the server, will be displayed in order. To cancel upload, press d. When upload is complete, the message, [Transfer complete.
Page 163: Using Picture Bank
Using Picture Bank Uploading Selected Pictures Display the picture selection screen. Refer to steps 1 to 3 of “Using COOLPIX CONNECT Services” (c 144) to display the picture selection screen. Choose [All images] or [List by date] and press d. [All images]: proceed to step 4 [List by date]: proceed to step 3 Select a date.
Page 164: Uploading All Pictures At Once
Using Picture Bank Uploading All Pictures at Once By default, the camera automatically uploads pictures that have not yet been uploaded to a Picture Bank server whenever the AC adapter is connected to the camera to charge the battery. Connect the power cable and AC adapter 1. Turn off the camera.
Page 165 Picture Bank Pictures Pictures that have been uploaded to the server are referred to as “Picture Bank pictures” and can be recognized by the Picture Bank pictures icon displayed with them in full-frame play- back. Once the icon has been displayed with a picture, that picture can not be uploaded a second time using the automatic upload feature initiated when the AC adapter is connected to the camera (c 150).
Page 166: Registering User Information With The Server To View Uploaded Pictures
Registering User Information with the Server to View Uploaded Pictures Register user information with the Picture Mail server (c 146) or Picture Bank server (c 149) to view uploaded pictures. Until user registration has been complete, uploaded pictures are stored in a temporary space on the server and can not be viewed.
Page 167: Registering User Information With The Server To View Uploaded Pictures
Registering User Information with the Server to View Uploaded Pictures Notes on User Registration • After the first picture upload, register user information as soon as possible to protect pic- tures, along with other personal information, from unsolicited viewing or theft. Until user information is registered, pictures are uploaded to temporary space on the server with no security measures applied.
Page 168: Technical Notes
Audio video/USB cable Approved Memory Cards The following memory cards have been tested and approved for use in the COOLPIX S50c: SanDisk Toshiba Panasonic If the memory card will be used with a card reader or similar device, the device must support memory card specifications.
Page 169: Image/Sound File And Folder Names
(e.g., “101INTVL”; c 96), “SOUND” (normal qual- ity sound) or “SOUNE” (high quality sound) for voice recordings (e.g., “101SOUND”; c 71), and “NIKON” for all other pictures (e.g., “100NIKON”). When the number of files within a folder reaches 9999, a new folder will be created.
Page 170 Image/Sound File and Folder Names • Pictmotion movies (c 59) are stored under the “NKST” folder in folders named with a three-digit folder number followed by “PRJCT” (e.g., “101PRJCT”). Each folder contains the picture and sound files for a single Pictmotion movie.
Page 171: Caring For The Camera
Caring for the Camera To ensure continued enjoyment of this Nikon product, observe the following precautions when using or storing the device. Keep dry The device will be damaged if immersed in water or subjected to high humidity. Do not drop The product may malfunction if subjected to strong shock or vibration.
Page 172: The Battery
Caring for the Camera The Self-Timer Lamp/AF-Assist Illuminator LED The light-emitting diode (LED; c 6, 32, 117) used in the self- timer lamp/AF-assist illuminator conforms to the following IEC standard: The Battery • Check the battery level when taking the camera out and charge the battery if necessary (c 16).
Page 173: Cleaning
Some smear may appear in movies. • Images in the monitor may be difficult to see under bright lighting. • The monitor is lit by an LED backlight. Should the monitor begin to dim or flicker, contact your Nikon service representative. Caring for the Camera...
Page 174: Error Messages
Error Messages The following table lists the error messages and other warnings displayed in the monitor, as well as the solutions for dealing with them. Display S (blinks) Warning! Battery exhausted. p (● blinks red) Warning!! please wait for the camera to finish recording.
Page 175 Display Error occurred while recording picture. Image cannot be saved. Camera has run out of file numbers. Cannot edit selected pic- ture. Picture cannot be used for welcome screen. Cannot copy picture. Camera has run out of Sound file cannot be file numbers.
Page 176 Disable protection. Destination in same time zone as home. Lens error. Turn camera off and then on again. If error persists, contact retailer or Nikon representative. Finger or other obstruc- Turn camera off and tion prevents lens cover remove obstruction.
Page 177 Turn camera off, remove and reinsert battery, and turn camera on. If error persists, contact retailer or Nikon representative. Check printer. After checking the ink or solv- ing the problem, select [Resume] and press d to resume printing.*...
Page 178 Error Messages Wireless Connection Display Battery exhausted. Transfer terminated. SSID not found Connection error. User information incorrect. Mailbox is full. Service not available. Problem Battery exhausted during Use the AC Adapter EH- picture upload. 64, or charge the battery, turn the camera on again, and apply the last mode used for picture upload.
Page 179 Display An error occurred with COOLPIX CONNECT recipient e-mail address. Address incorrect. Login error occurred Login failed. when connecting to COOLPIX CONNECT. Problem Solution • Select [Choose address] and press d to specify Picture Mail recipients again. • Select [Select SSID] and press d to select SSID again.
Page 180: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting If the camera fails to function as expected, check the list of common prob- lems below before consulting your retailer or Nikon representative. Refer to the page numbers in the right-most column for more information. Display, Settings and Power Supply...
Page 181 Turn the camera off, remove and replace the battery, and then turn the camera on again. In the event of continued malfunction, contact your retailer or Nikon representative. Note that disconnecting the power source as described above may result in the loss of any data not recorded to internal memory or the memory card at the time the problem occurred.
Page 182 Troubleshooting Problem Digital zoom cannot be used Digital zoom is not available when [Multi-shot [Image mode] not available No sound when shutter is released AF-assist illuminator does not light Pictures appear smeared Colors are unnatural Randomly spaced bright pix- els (“noise”) appear in image Pictures are too dark (underexposed) Pictures are too bright...
Page 183 Playback Problem File cannot be played back Cannot zoom in on picture Cannot record voice memo Cannot use D-Lighting, crop, or small picture options Cannot create or play Pict- motion movie Custom Pictmotion music tracks are not listed Cause/Solution • File has been overwritten or renamed by computer or other make of camera.
Page 184 Pictures were marked for transfer using another model of camera. Mark pictures for transfer using COOLPIX S50c. d cannot be used to transfer pictures from internal memory when [Mass storage] is selected for [USB] or if memory card is locked.
Page 185: Wireless Transfer
Wireless Transfer Problem The camera is not detected by the COOLPIX CONNECT Utility. SSID is not displayed. Connection to the access point or server failed. Wireless connection was termi- nated during picture upload, and upload failed. Cause/Solution Select [PTP] for [Interface] > [USB] in the setup menu.
Page 186: Specifications
Specifications Nikon COOLPIX S50c Digital Camera Type Effective pixels Image sensor Lens Focal length f/-number Construction Digital zoom Vibration reduction Autofocus (AF) Focus range (from lens) Focus-area selection Auto (5-area automatic selection), center, manual with AF-assist illumination Class 1 LED product (IEC 60825-1 Edition 1.2...
Page 187 ISO sensitivity ISO 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, Auto (auto gain to ISO 100 (Standard output to 800) sensitivity) Exposure Metering 224-segment matrix, center-weighted (digital zoom) Exposure control Programmed auto exposure with exposure compensation (–2.0 to +2.0 EV in steps of Range [W]: 0.5 to 16.4 EV (ISO 100)
Page 188 Specifications Wireless Standards Communications protocols Range (line of sight) Approx. 50 m (98 ft.) (varies with location) Operating frequency 2412–2462 MHz (11 channels) Data rates Security Access protocols * Based on Camera and Imaging Products Association (CIPA) standards for measuring the life of camera batteries.
Page 189 (W × H × D) Weight Specifications Nikon will not be held liable for any errors this manual may contain. The appearance of this product and its specifications are subject to change without notice. Rechargeable lithium-ion battery 3.7 V/730 mAh Approx.
Page 190: Supported Standards
Exif-compliant printers. • PictBridge: A standard developed cooperatively by the digital camera and printer industries, allowing photographs to be output directly to a printer without connecting the camera to a computer.
Page 191: Index
Index Symbols F (anti-shake) button 6, 44 F Anti-shake mode 44 d (apply selection) button 7 q Audio playback mode 73 L Auto mode 22–29 J Calendar mode 55 T (delete) button 12, 28 z (D-Lighting) 51 I (exposure compensation) 7, 34 l Help 13 K High-sensitivity shooting mode 35 L List by date mode 56...
Page 192 Index Date 18–19, 110, 114 printing 88 Date counter 115 Date imprint 114 Daylight saving time 110 DCF 176 Delete 104 Design rule for camera file system 176 Digital print order format 87–88, 176 D-Lighting 51 Dock insert 89 DPOF 176 DSCN 155 Dusk/dawn (J) 39 E-mail 91...
Page 193 Time-lapse movie 66 TV movie 66 Movies 64, 70 deleting 70 playback 70 recording 64 Multi connector 7 Museum (N) 40 Network home wireless LAN 125 profile 125, 128 Night landscape (G) 39 One-touch portrait mode 45 menu 46 taking pictures 45 Panorama 42–43 Panorama assist (F) 42 Party/indoor (C) 38...
Page 194 Index pictures for 105, 120 Tripod 7 USB 120 connection 77–78, 120 User registration 152 key information 152 password 152 Utility 139 Utility (COOLPIX CONNECT Utility) 125 installing/uninstalling 140 Vibration reduction 116 Video mode 120 Voice memos 54 Voice recordings Copying 75 making 71 Playing 73...
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T Movies

O Voice Recordings

Connecting to Televisions, Computers, and Printers

Shooting, Playback, and Setup Menus

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