Page 1 DIGITAL CAMERA User’s Manual...
Page 2: Trademark Information
Trademark Information • Microsoft and Windows Vista are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. • Macintosh, Mac OS, and QuickTime are trademarks of Apple Inc. • Adobe and Acrobat are registered trademarks of Adobe Systems Inc. •...
Page 3 Introduction First Steps Basic Photography and Playback: Auto Mode Shooting Suited for the Scene - High-sensitivity Shooting Mode, Scene 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 product will read them.
Page 5 Observe caution when handling the battery The battery may leak or explode if improperly handled. Observe the following precautions when handling the battery for use in this product: • Before replacing the battery, turn the product off. If you are using the AC adapter, be sure it is unplugged.
Page 6 For Your Safety • Do not handle the plug or battery charger with wet hands. Failure to observe this precaution could result in electric shock. 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 compliance with product...
Page 7: Notices
Notices This product, which contains encryption software developed in the United States, is controlled by the United States Export Administration Regulations and may not be exported or re-exported to any country to which the United States embargoes goods. As of April 2007 the following countries were subject to embargo: Cuba, Iran, North Korea, Sudan, and Syria.
Page 8 Notices FCC/IC RF Exposure Statement The available scientific evidence does not show that any health problems are associated with using low power wireless devices. There is no proof, however, that these low power wireless devices are absolutely safe. Low power wireless devices emit low levels of radio frequency energy (RF) in the microwave range while being used.
Page 9 B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada. Notice for customers in Europe Hereby, Nikon, declares that this digital camera is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. Notice for customers in France Outdoor use of the wireless transceiver is prohibited in France.
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 A One-Touch Portrait Mode...44 Taking Pictures in the One-Touch Portrait Mode...44 The One-Touch Portrait Menu...45 i More on Playback...46 Viewing Multiple Pictures: Thumbnail Playback ...46 Viewing Multiple Pictures: Thumbnail Wheel Playback ...47 Taking a Closer Look: Playback Zoom...48...
Page 12 Table of Contents e Voice Recordings ...69 Making Voice Recordings ...69 Playing Voice Recordings ...71 Copying Voice Recordings ...73 Connecting to Televisions, Computers, and Printers ...74 Connecting to a TV...74 Connecting to a Computer ...75 Before Connecting the Camera ...75 Transferring Pictures from the Camera to a Computer...76 Connecting to a Printer...79 Connecting the Camera and Printer ...80...
Page 13 Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu...104 Displaying the Setup Menu...105 R Menus...105 V Welcome Screen ...106 W Date...107 Z Monitor Settings...110 f Date Imprint...111 b Vibration Reduction...113 u AF Assist ...113 h Sound Settings...114 I Record Orientation ...114 i Auto Off ...114 M Format Memory/O Format Card ...115 j Language ...116 k Video Mode ...116...
Page 14 Table of Contents Choosing the Desired SSID and Uploading Pictures...146 Registering User Information with my Picturetown to View Uploaded Pictures ...148 Registering User Information with my Picturetown ...148 Technical Notes ...150 Optional Accessories ...150 Approved Memory Cards ...150 Image/Sound File and Folder Names...151 Caring for the Camera ...153 Cleaning ...155 Storage ...155...
Page 15: About This Manual
About This Manual Thank you for your purchase of a Nikon COOLPIX S51c digital camera. This manual was 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
Information and Precautions Life-Long Learning As part of Nikon’s “Life-Long Learning” commitment to ongoing product support and education, continually updated information is available online at the following sites: • For users in the U.S.A.: http://www.nikonusa.com/ • For users in Europe and Africa: http://www.europe-nikon.com/support/ •...
Page 17 Notice Concerning Prohibition of Copying or Reproduction Note that simply being in possession of material that was 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 government bonds, even if such copies or reproductions are stamped “Sample”.
Page 18 • Connection to a public wireless LAN for the wireless services (hereinafter referred to as Services) using the COOLPIX S51c’s wireless features is not guaranteed or supported outside the United States, Hong Kong, Singapore, and Korea. Nikon is not responsible for any direct or indirect damages or lost profits resulting from any connection made at your own responsibility.
Page 19 • Access to Picture Mail web pages, indicated with links in Picture Mail e-mail notification messages, is not restricted. Web pages can be viewed by anyone who may obtain Picture Mail URLs. • Nikon makes no guarantees whatsoever concerning the ability of these Services to store or safeguard images.
Page 20: Parts Of The Camera
Parts of the Camera Shutter-release button (c 26) Power-on lamp (c 22, 114) Power switch (c 22) Built-in flash (c 30) Self-timer lamp (c 32, 154) AF-assist illuminator (c 31, 37, 113, 154) Attaching the Camera Strap Built-in microphone (c 53, 63, 69) d (Picture Mail) button (c 141) A (one-touch portrait) button (c 44)/...
Page 21 Rotary multi selector: c 11 H (self-timer): c 32 F (macro mode): c 33 C (mode) button (c 10) Speaker (c 53, 68, 71) Monitor (c 8) Battery latch (c 14, 15) Tripod socket Multi connector (c 74, 76, 80) 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 fg hij l fg hij l fg hijl cdehi Shooting mode* ... 22, 35, 36, 44, 63 Exposure lock ... 43 Macro 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... 151 Calendar guide/ list by date guide... 54, 55 Volume indicator...
Page 24: Basic Operations
Basic Operations The i (shooting/playback) Button The C (mode) Button Shooting-mode Selection Menu Setup mode (c 104) Movie mode (c 63) Playback-mode Selection Menu my Picturetown (c 143) Setup mode (c 104) Audio playback mode (c 71) 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 88) • K High-sensitivity menu (c 88) • n Scene menu (c 36) •...
Page 27: Help Displays
Basic Operations Help Displays Press v (l) to view a description of the currently selected menu option. Image mode Set image quality and size. Exit Back • To return to the original menu, press v (l) again. • Press m to return to shooting or playback mode.
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 (–) terminals 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 S51c. 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 109) 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 (approx.13 MB) or on removable Secure Digital (SD) memory cards (available separately) (c 150). 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 S51c, be sure to format them (c 115).
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 cameras. 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 setting is c Normal (3,264 ×...
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 monitor.
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. By default, the camera automatically focuses on the subject in the center focus area. When the subject is in focus, the focus area and focus indicator (p) glow green. When the camera is unable to focus, the focus area and focus indicator blink red.
Page 41: During Recording
During Recording While pictures are being recorded, the y (wait) icon will be displayed, and the M (internal memory) or O (memory card) 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.
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 automatically (c 114). The rotating direction can be changed (c 102).
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 48).
Page 44: Using The Flash
Using the Flash The flash has a range of about 0.3–6 m (1–19 ft. 8.0 in.) when the camera is zoomed out all the way. With maximum optical zoom applied, the range is about 0.3–4 m (1–13 ft.1.5 in.) (when [ISO sensitivity] is set to [Auto]). The following flash modes are available.
Page 45 Red-Eye Reduction The COOLPIX S51c 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 113) 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 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 mode). The macro mode menu is displayed.
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 (exposure 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 movement, 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 automatically 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, selecting 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, natural-looking skin tones. • Camera focuses on subject in center of frame. • Digital zoom cannot be applied. 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. • Camera focuses on subject in center of frame. • Digital zoom cannot be applied. Fill flash with slow sync and red-eye reduction.
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 enters macro mode (c 33) and the camera automatically zooms to the position at the closest distance at which the camera can focus. The camera can focus at distances as close as 4 cm (1.6 in.) when F is green.
Page 55 K Fireworks show Slow shutter speeds are used to capture the expanding burst of light from a firework. • 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.
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 panorama using Panorama Maker. * 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 overlaps 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 mode (c 33), and exposure compensation (c 34) settings cannot be adjusted after the first picture is taken.
Page 58: 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- sensitivity shooting mode, scene mode, and movie mode. The following features are automatically activated: • Portrait: The portrait subject stands out clearly. •...
Page 59: 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 89). Portrait effect Choose from [Normal], [Brighter] (reduces vividness of skin tones), and [Softer] (soft effect).
Page 60: More On Playback
More on Playback Viewing Multiple Pictures: Thumbnail Playback Press t (j) in full-frame playback (c 28) to display pictures in “contact sheets” of thumbnail images. The following operations can be performed while thumbnails are displayed. Choose pictures Change number of pictures displayed Cancel thumbnail...
Page 61: Viewing Multiple Pictures: Thumbnail Wheel Playback
Viewing Multiple Pictures: Thumbnail Wheel Playback Rotate the rotary multi selector in full-frame playback (c 28) to display the thumbnail wheel. The thumbnail wheel is displayed at the right of the monitor. When a thumbnail is selected, the thumbnail is displayed at the left of the monitor. The following operations can be performed while thumbnail wheel is displayed.
Page 62: 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 63: Editing Pictures
• The COOLPIX S51c editing functions may not be available for pictures taken with non- COOLPIX S51c digital cameras. • If a copy created using the COOLPIX S51c is viewed on a different digital camera, the picture may not be displayed or may not be transferred to a computer.
Page 64: Enhancing Brightness And Contrast: D-Lighting
Editing Pictures Enhancing Brightness and Contrast: D-Lighting D-Lighting can be used to create copies with enhanced brightness and contrast, brightening dark portions of a picture. Enhanced copies are stored as separate files. Select the desired picture from full- frame (c 28), thumbnail (c 46), or thumbnail wheel (c 47) playback and press A.
Page 65: Creating A Cropped Copy: Crop
Creating a Cropped Copy: Crop This function is only available when D is displayed in the monitor with playback zoom (c 48) enabled. Cropped copies are stored as separate files. Press v (k) to zoom in on the image. Refine copy composition. Press v or t to adjust the zoom ratio.
Page 66: H Resizing Pictures: Small Picture
Editing Pictures 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 67: 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 S51c may be not able to attach a voice memo to pictures recorded by other cameras.
Page 68: 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, and protection.
Page 69: Selecting A Date In List By Date Mode
Selecting a Date in List by Date Mode Enter list by date mode by pressing 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. Camera lists up to 29 dates.
Page 70: Using Calendar Mode And List By Date Mode
Viewing Pictures by Date Using Calendar Mode and List by Date Mode Select date Select month (calendar mode only) Switch to full- frame playback Delete picture View calendar or list by date menu View playback mode menu Switch to shooting mode Notes on Calendar Mode and List by Date Mode •...
Page 71: Calendar And List By Date Menus
Calendar and List by Date Menus Press m in either mode to display the following menus for only the pictures taken on the specified date. Print set Slide show Delete Protect Rotate image* Small picture* * During full-frame playback only The procedure for selecting pictures in calendar or date list playback differs from that in full-frame playback as follows: •...
Page 72: Pictmotion By Muvee
Pictmotion by muvee Pictmotion* creates slide show movies with custom transitions and background 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 pressing C in playback mode, selecting P (use the...
Page 73: Choose Pictures
Creating a Custom Pictmotion Movie Use the rotary multi selector to choose [View images] in the picture selection screen (c 58, 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 74 Pictmotion by muvee 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. •...
Page 75 2 Effects Rotate the rotary multi selector to display [Effects] and press the rotary multi selector J. Choose from [Motion] (default setting), [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 [Playback order], and press the rotary multi...
Page 76 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 S51c cannot play Pictmotion movies created with another make of camera. Pictmotion by muvee Play Pictmotion...
Page 77: 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, selecting S (use the rotary multi selector), and then pressing d. Exposure count display shows maximum total length of movie that can be recorded.
Page 78: 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 65 c 67...
Page 79: Selecting Movie Options
Selecting Movie Options The movie menu offers the options shown below. Option Image size and frame rate Image size: 640 × 480 pixels Frame rate: 30 frames per second TV movie 640A Recording automatically stops after 60 seconds. Suited for Pictmotion movies (c 58).
Page 80: 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 81: 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 (default setting) halfway and locks at this position during shooting. Camera focuses continuously until focus is acquired and locked. a Full-time AF To prevent sound of camera focusing from interfering with recording, use of [Single AF] is recommended.
Page 82: Movie Playback
Movie Playback In full-frame playback (c 28), movies are recognized by movie mode icons. To play a movie, display it in full-frame playback and press d. The movie mode icon varies depending upon a movie option (c 65) selected in shooting mode. Use the zoom buttons to adjust playback volume.
Page 83: Making 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 e (use the rotary multi selector), and then pressing d. The length of recording that can be made will be displayed.
Page 84: 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 85: 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 pressing d. Choose the desired file and press d. The selected file will be played back. Control icons File number Playback time Progress indicator...
Page 86 Playing Voice Recordings Operations During Playback Use the zoom buttons to adjust playback volume. Press t (j) to lower volume, 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 87: Copying Voice Recordings
Choose [Yes] and press d. Copying starts. Voice Recordings The COOLPIX S51c 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 71, step1), the message, [No sound file.], will be displayed.
Page 88: 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 89: Connecting To A Computer
Software Suite (CD). For more information on installing the software, refer to the Quick Start Guide. Operating Systems Compatible with COOLPIX S51c Windows Preinstalled versions of Windows Vista (32-bit Home Basic/Home Premium/ Business/Enterprise/Ultimate editions), Windows XP Service Pack 2 (Home...
Page 90: Transferring Pictures From The Camera To A Computer
Connecting to a Computer Transferring Pictures from the Camera to a Computer Start the computer to which Nikon Transfer has been installed. Turn off the camera. Connect the camera to the computer using the supplied audio video/USB cable. Turn on the camera. Windows Vista/XP When the AutoPlay dialog is displayed, select [Copy pictures to a folder on my computer using Nikon...
Page 91 Transfer pictures when Nikon Transfer has finished loading. Click [Start Transfer] in Nikon Transfer. At the default setting, all pictures are transferred to the computer. At the Nikon Transfer default setting, the folder to which pictures are transferred is automatically opened when transfer is complete. For more information on using Nikon Transfer, refer to help information contained in Nikon Transfer.
Page 92 Connecting to a Computer Using Standard OS Operations to Open Image/Sound Files • Navigate to the folder on the computer’s hard disk to which pictures were saved and open a picture in the viewer supplied with your operating system. • Sound files copied to the computer can be played back using QuickTime or any other WAV- compatible audio player.
Page 93: Connecting To A Printer
Connecting to a Printer Users of PictBridge-compatible (c 172) printers can connect the camera directly to the printer and print pictures without using a computer. Print pictures one at a time (c 81) 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 94: Connecting The Camera And Printer
Connecting to a Printer Connecting the Camera and Printer 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. When connected correctly, the PictBridge start-up screen 1 will be displayed in the camera monitor.
Page 95: Printing Pictures One At A Time
Printing Pictures One at a Time After connecting the camera to the printer correctly (c 80), 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 t (j) to switch to thumbnail display.
Page 96: 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 80), print pictures by following the procedure below.
Page 97 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 98 Connecting to a Printer DPOF printing Print pictures for which a print order has been created in [Print set] (c 85). 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.
Page 99: 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 172). 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 100 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 101: 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. Turn the camera off and attach it to the dock insert. Print pictures. Follow the procedures described in the printer manual. Removing the Dock Insert Place your thumbs where indicated, press, and lift.
Page 102: 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 103: 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 104: 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 pictures that can be stored will differ depending on the composition of the picture (due to JPEG compression).
Page 105: 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 106: Preset Manual
Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu Preset Manual Preset manual 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 107: 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.
Page 108: A Best Shot Selector (Bss)
Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu 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 109: W Iso Sensitivity
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 110: Af Area Mode
Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu k AF Area Mode Use this option to determine where the camera focuses. Auto Camera automatically selects the focus area (one of five) containing the subject closest to the camera. The selected focus area is displayed when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway.
Page 111: Restrictions On Camera Settings
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. Applied setting is restored when [Single] is selected, or [BSS] is turned off.
Page 112: 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 113: Selecting Multiple Pictures
Selecting Multiple Pictures When following the steps below to select multiple pictures for a print set (c 85), deletion (c 101), protection from deletion (c 101), rotate (c 102), copying between internal memory and the memory card (c 102), or for the welcome screen (c 106), the screen shown at right is displayed.
Page 114: Slide Show
Playback Options: The Playback Menu 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 115: A Delete
A Delete The delete menu contains the options shown below. If no memory card is inserted in the camera, pictures in the internal memory will be deleted. If a memory card is inserted, pictures on the memory card will be deleted. Erase selected images Delete selected pictures (c 99).
Page 116: G Rotate Image
Playback Options: The Playback Menu G Rotate Image Record picture orientation information for playback display. Pictures can be rotated 90° clockwise or counterclockwise. Choose a file to be rotated in the picture selection screen (c 99) and select the direction to rotate the chosen picture. Rotate the rotary multi selector clockwise (or press J) or counterclockwise (or press I) in the rotate image screen.
Page 117 Notes on Copying Pictures • If there is not enough space in the memory or on the memory card to receive the copy, an error message will be displayed. Delete unwanted pictures or insert a new memory card (if using a memory card) before trying again. •...
Page 118: 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. Welcome screen Select screen displayed when camera is turned on. Date Set camera clock and choose home and destination time zones. Monitor settings Adjust monitor brightness and choose display style.
Page 119: Displaying The Setup Menu
Displaying the Setup Menu First, display the playback-mode or shooting-mode selection menu by pressing 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 120: Welcome Screen
Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu V Welcome Screen You can select the welcome screen to be displayed when the camera is turned on. Disable welcome (default setting) A welcome screen is not displayed when the camera is turned on. The camera will be ready for shooting as soon as it is turned on.
Page 121: W Date
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 information. Time zone X (home time zone) can be specified and daylight saving enabled or disabled from [Time zone] options.
Page 122 Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu 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 123 Time Zones (c 18) The camera supports the time zones listed below. For time differences not listed below, set the camera clock to local time (c 18, 107). GMT +/– Location –11 Midway, Samoa –10 Hawaii, Tahiti –9 Alaska, Anchorage PST (PDT): Los Angeles, –8 Seattle, Vancouver...
Page 124: Z Monitor Settings
Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu 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 125: Date Imprint
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 172). 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 126 Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu 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 127: Vibration Reduction
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 reduction 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 128: Sound Settings
Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu h Sound Settings Adjust the following sound settings. Button sound When [On] (default setting) is selected, beep will sound once when operations are completed successfully, twice when the camera acquires focus on the subject, and three times when error is detected. Shutter sound Turn shutter sound on or off.
Page 129: 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 S51c, format them. Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu...
Page 130: Language
Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu j Language Choose one of 23 languages for display of camera menus and messages. Czech Danish German (default setting) Spanish Greek French Indonesian Italian Hungarian Dutch Norwegian k Video Mode Choose from [NTSC] and [PAL]. Polish Portuguese Russian...
Page 131: 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 mode (c 33) Exposure compensation (c 34) Scene mode Option Scene mode (c 36) One-touch portrait menu Option Portrait effect (c 45) Movie menu...
Page 132 Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu Shooting menu Option Image mode (c 89) White balance (c 91) Continuous (c 93) BSS (c 94) ISO sensitivity (c 95) Color options (c 95) AF area mode (c 96) Setup menu Option Menus (c 105) Welcome screen (c 106) Photo info (c 110) Brightness (c 110)
Page 133: 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 S51c Ver. X.X MAC address xx-xx-xx-xx-xx-xx Back MAC address...
Page 134: M Wireless Services
Picture Mail/Picture Bank This section introduces the services, Picture Mail and Picture Bank, using the COOLPIX S51c’s wireless features that allow users to take advantage of the my Picturetown server on the Internet. The COOLPIX S51c is equipped with a wireless LAN function that allows direct picture upload from the camera to the my Picturetown server.
Page 135 Internet via an access point. In general, SSID (Service Set Identifier) is referred to as a network name. When specifying SSIDs for the COOLPIX S51c, configure an individual network profile for each SSID. For more information on configuring network profiles, see “Configuring Wireless LAN Settings from the Camera”...
Page 136: Using Wireless Services
Using Wireless Services Follow the service requirements and the configuration and operation instructions for the selected service. E-mail notification of picture upload, along with the URL for the webpage, will be sent to the specified recipients. Recipients can click the URL provided in the e-mail notification to display the webpage containing thumbnail images of uploaded pictures.
Page 137 Network requirements Configuration • Configuring a network profile A home wireless LAN with the camera access point (c 128) (infrastructure mode) that supports • Configuring a connection to the network profiles Internet. with a computer (c 139) Using Wireless Services Operation Sending Picture...
Page 138: Wireless Lan Settings For The Camera
Wireless LAN Settings for the Camera To take advantage of my Picturetown using the wireless features, 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 139: 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 140: Wireless Settings
Configuring Wireless LAN Settings from the Camera Configure necessary information for wireless LAN connection using the camera. This information can also be configured with the camera using a computer and the Utility (c 136). Configuring a Network Profile Configuration Overview This section provides a brief overview of network profile configuration.
Page 141 Configuring Wireless LAN Settings from the Camera Entering Text with the Camera Text for information such as aliases, e-mail addresses, and WEP keys can be entered using the camera. • Press d to change the type of character entered in the following order: uppercase letters → lowercase letters →...
Page 142: Setup Menu
Configuring Wireless LAN Settings from the Camera Configuring a Network Profile This section explains the steps introduced in “Configuration Overview” (c 126) 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 134), enter the password and press the shutter-release button.
Page 143 Choose [Home wireless LAN] for the network type and press d. Set up and use of public wireless LANs with the COOLPIX S51c is not available in all countries. For more information on countries where public wireless LAN connection is available, see “Public Wireless LAN”...
Page 144 Configuring Wireless LAN Settings from the Camera Choose the desired method for specifying 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 145: 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 information 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 settings] option in the camera’s setup menu and press d.
Page 146: Specifying A Picture Mail Recipient
Configuring Wireless LAN Settings from the Camera Specifying a Picture Mail 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 [Wireless settings] option in the camera’s setup menu and press d.
Page 147: Creating A Recipient Group
Configuring Wireless LAN Settings from the Camera Creating a Recipient Group Recipients can be grouped for specification of multiple recipients as a single Picture Mail recipient. This is useful when sending multiple Picture Mails to the same recipients. Select [Address options] from the [Wireless settings] option in the camera’s setup menu and press d.
Page 148: Protecting My Picturetown Settings Information
Configuring Wireless LAN Settings from the Camera Creating and Editing Groups Recipient groups can only be created or edited using the [Wireless settings] option in the camera’s setup menu. The Utility cannot be used to create or edit groups. Mobile Telephones Compatible with Picture Mail The use of mobile telephone e-mail addresses for Picture Mail is only possible in Japan and the United States, and is supported only for mobile telephones with the following specifications.
Page 149: Resetting The Camera
Configuring Wireless LAN Settings from the Camera Specify a password or edit the current password. If a password has not been applied, enter a password in the new password screen and press the shutter- release button. The password should consist of four numbers.
Page 150: Configuring Wireless Lan Settings From A Computer
Configuring Wireless LAN Settings from a Computer Settings configured using the camera’s setup menu can also be configured using a computer and the Utility. 1 Configure wireless LAN settings information with the camera. 2 Edit or delete network profiles stored in the camera. 3 Edit or delete the password applied with the camera.
Page 151: Installing The Utility
Configuring Wireless LAN Settings from a Computer Installing the Utility Turn the computer on and insert the Software Suite CD into the CD-ROM drive. Windows: Choose [Run Welcome.exe] in the AutoPlay dialog to start the install program. If your computer is running Windows XP, the install program will start. Proceed to step 3.
Page 152 Configuring Wireless LAN Settings from a Computer Select [my Picturetown] (y) and click [Install]. The my Picturetown Utility installer will start. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation. If the language selection dialog is displayed, select a language and click [Next]. Finish the installation.
Page 153: Connecting The Camera To The Computer
Configuring Wireless LAN Settings from a Computer Connecting the Camera to the Computer Confirm that the battery is fully charged and turn off the camera. If the battery is exhausted while configuring a profile, settings will not be entered correctly. Connect the camera to the computer with the supplied audio video/USB cable.
Page 154 Configuring Wireless LAN Settings from a Computer Choose the desired action and click [Next]. Follow the on-screen instructions to configure settings. If a dialog contains a [Help] button, click the button to display further instructions. Click [Cancel] to cancel configuration. Configuration completed.
Page 155: Sending Picture Mail
Sending Picture Mail Select pictures and specify recipients, and send Picture Mail. When a wireless LAN access point is unavailable, Picture Mail can be queued and sent at a later time. Press d in shooting or playback mode. If a password has been applied (c 134), enter the password and press the shutter-release button.
Page 156 Sending Picture Mail Choose whether to upload pictures immediately. Choose [Yes] and press d to upload all the queued pictures. Check to ensure a wireless LAN access point is available. Proceed to step 6. Choose [No] and press d to finalize picture selection and recipient specification in the queue.
Page 157: Using Picture Bank
Using Picture Bank Uploading Selected Pictures Press C in playback mode and use the rotary multi selector to choose M, and press d. If a password has been applied, enter the password (c 134) and press the shutter-release button. If the sender information (alias and e-mail address) is not configured with the camera, enter the sender information (c 127).
Page 158: 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 the my Picturetown 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 159 When the Transfer is Unsuccessful When transfer is unsuccessful over a wireless LAN connection, the next time you select M in the playback-mode selection menu and press d, the confirmation dialog shown at right will be displayed. If necessary, you can change the SSID from the confirmation dialog.
Page 160: Choosing The Desired Ssid And Uploading Pictures
Choosing the Desired SSID and Uploading Pictures Choose the desired SSID. SSIDs (up to ten) are listed in order of signal strength. The icon to the left of each SSID is displayed in red when out of range. The icon to the right of each SSID shows the status of the network profile registered to each SSID: Z (home wireless LAN profile configured), -- (no profile configured)
Page 161 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 162: Registering User Information With My Picturetown To View Uploaded Pictures
Registering User Information with my Picturetown to View Uploaded Pictures Register user information with the my Picturetown server to view pictures that are uploaded using Picture Mail (c 141) or Picture Bank (c 143). This server acts as an archive for protecting and sharing pictures recorded with the camera.
Page 163 Registering User Information with my Picturetown to View Uploaded Pictures Notes on User Registration • After the first picture upload, register user information as soon as possible to protect pictures, 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 164: Technical Notes
Audio video/USB cable Approved Memory Cards The following memory cards have been tested and approved for use in the COOLPIX S51c. 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 165: Image/Sound File And Folder Names
Image/Sound File and Folder Names Pictures, movies, voice memos, and voice recordings are assigned file names as follows. Identifier (not shown on camera monitor) Original still pictures (voice memo attachment included), movies, voice memos, voice recordings Cropped copies (voice memo attachment included) Small copies (voice memo attachment included)
Page 166 Image/Sound File and Folder Names • Pictmotion movies (c 58) 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 167: 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 168: The Battery
Caring for the Camera The Self-timer Lamp/AF-assist Illuminator LED The light-emitting diode (LED; c 6, 32, 113) 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 169: Cleaning
Cleaning Avoid touching glass parts with your fingers. Remove dust or lint with a blower (typically a small device with a rubber bulb attached to one end that is pumped to produce a stream of air out the other end). To remove Lens fingerprints or other stains that cannot be removed with a blower, wipe the lens with a soft cloth, using a spiral motion that starts at the center of...
Page 170: 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 171 • Memory card does not contain pictures or No sound file. sound file. File not created with File contains no COOLPIX S51c image data. This file cannot be played back. Problem Solution Format internal memory or memory card.
Page 172 Error Messages Display All images are hidden. Pictmotion cannot be created. Pictmotion cannot be played back. This image cannot be deleted. New city is in the current time zone. Lens error Lens cover error Communications error System error Problem Date and time are not set for pictures to be displayed by calendar mode or list by date...
Page 173 Display Running out of ink or Printer error. printer error. Check printer status. Specified size of paper is Printer error: check not loaded in printer. paper Paper has jammed in the Printer error: paper printer. No paper is loaded in Printer error: out of printer.
Page 174 Error Messages Wireless Connection Display Battery exhausted. Transfer terminated. SSID not found Connection error. User information incorrect. Mailbox is full. Service not available. Problem Solution Battery exhausted during Use the AC Adapter picture upload. EH-64, or charge the battery, turn the camera on again, and apply the last mode used for picture upload.
Page 175 Display Problem An error occurred with Picture Mail recipient e- mail address. Address incorrect. Login error occurred Login failed. when connecting to my Picturetown. Error Messages Solution • Select [Choose address] and press d to specify Picture Mail recipients again. •...
Page 176: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting If the camera fails to function as expected, check the list of common problems 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 Problem Monitor is blank Monitor is hard to read...
Page 177 Electronically Controlled Cameras In extremely rare instances, unusual characters may appear in the monitor and the camera may stop functioning. In most cases, this phenomenon is caused by a strong external static charge. Turn the camera off, remove and replace the battery, and then turn the camera on again.
Page 178 Troubleshooting Problem [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 pixels (“noise”) appear in image Pictures are too dark (underexposed) Pictures are too bright (overexposed) Unexpected results when flash mode is set to A...
Page 179 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 Pictmotion movie Custom Pictmotion music tracks are not listed Cause/Solution • File has been overwritten or renamed by computer or other make of camera.
Page 180 Troubleshooting Problem Pictures not displayed on television Nikon Transfer does not start when camera is connected Cannot transfer Pictmotion movies Pictures to be printed are not displayed Cannot select paper size with camera Cause/Solution • Choose correct video mode. • Memory card contains no pictures. Replace memory card.
Page 181: Wireless Transfer
Wireless Transfer Problem The camera is not detected by the my Picturetown Utility. SSID is not displayed. Connection to the access point or server failed. Wireless connection was terminated during picture upload, and upload failed. Cause/Solution Confirm your camera’s connection to the computer.
Page 182: Specifications
Specifications Nikon COOLPIX S51c 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 183 ISO sensitivity ISO 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, Auto (auto gain from ISO (Standard output 100 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 184 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 185 Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL8 Type Rated capacity Operating temperature 0 to 40 °C (32 to 104 °F) Dimensions (W × H × D) Weight AC Adapter EH-64 Rated input Rated capacity Rated output Operating temperature Dimensions (W × H × D) Length of cable Weight Dock Insert PV-12...
Page 186: 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 187: E Voice Recordings
Index Symbols d (apply selection) button 7 q Audio playback mode 71 L Auto mode 22–29 J Calendar mode 54 T (delete) button 12, 28 z (D-Lighting) 50 I (exposure compensation) 7, 34 l Help 13 K High-sensitivity shooting mode 35 L List by date mode 55 m button 12 C (mode) button 7, 10...
Page 188 Index Digital print order format 85–86, 172 D-Lighting 50 Dock insert 87 DPOF 172 DSCN 151 Dusk/dawn (J) 39 E-mail 89 Error messages 156–159 Exif version 2.2 172 Exposure compensation 34 Extension 151 Face-priority AF 45 File names 151 Fill flash 30 Fireworks show (K) 41 Firmware version 119 Flash 30, 117...
Page 189 my Picturetown 120, 122 Picture Bank 120, 143, 144 Picture Mail 120, 141 user registration 148 Utility 121 Network home wireless LAN 121 profile 121, 124 Night landscape (G) 39 Nikon Transfer 60, 76 One-touch portrait mode 44 menu 45 taking pictures 44 Panorama 42–43 Panorama assist (F) 42...
Page 190 Index User registration 148 key information 148 password 148 Utility 136 Utility (my Picturetown Utility) 121 installing/uninstalling 137 Vibration reduction 113 Video Mode 74 Video mode 74, 116 Voice memos 53 Voice recordings Copying 73 making 69 Playing 71 Volume 68, 72 WAV 151 Welcome screen 104 White balance 91, 97...
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Nikon COOLPIX S51C User Manual

Introduction

First Steps

L Basic Photography and Playback: Auto Mode

K N Shooting Suited for the Scene - High-Sensitivity Shooting Mode

A One-Touch Portrait Mode

More on Playback

T Movies

Connecting to Televisions, Computers, and Printers

Shooting, Playback, and Setup Menus

M Wireless Services

Table of Contents

Technical Notes

E Voice Recordings

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