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Nikon COOLPIX S9700 Quick Start Manual

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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Quick Start Guide Confirming the Package Contents First Steps Shooting and Playback Using ViewNX 2 Other Functions For Your Safety...
  • Page 2 Thank you for purchasing a Nikon COOLPIX S9700 digital camera. This guide introduces the procedures necessary for first time use of this camera. To ensure proper use, please read and thoroughly understand the information in “For Your Safety” (A26) before using the camera.

  • Page 3: Confirming The Package Contents

    Confirming the Package Contents In the event that any items are missing, please contact the store where you purchased the camera. COOLPIX S9700 Camera Strap Rechargeable Li-ion Battery Digital Camera EN-EL12 Charging AC Adapter USB Cable UC-E21 EH-71P* Quick Start Guide (this guide)

  • Page 4: Parts Of The Camera

    Parts of the Camera 9 10 11 12 13 Mode dial OLED monitor (monitor) d (menu) button Shutter-release button l (delete) button Power switch/power-on lamp Flash Rotary multi selector (multi selector) Zoom control f: wide-angle k (apply selection) button g: telephoto c (playback) button h: thumbnail playback U (map) button...

  • Page 5: First Steps

    First Steps 1 Attach the Camera Strap Step 2 Insert the Battery and Memory Card Step If a memory card is inserted, images will be saved on the memory card when you take images. If a memory card is not inserted, images will be saved in the camera’s internal memory.
  • Page 6 .2 Insert the battery. Battery latch Push the orange battery latch in the direction indicated by the arrow (1), and fully insert the battery (2). The battery locks into place when inserted correctly. Be Careful to Insert the Battery in Correct Direction Inserting the battery upside down or backwards could damage the camera.

  • Page 7: Removing The Battery And Memory Card

    .4 Close the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover. Removing the Battery and Memory Card Turn the camera off and make sure that the power-on lamp and the monitor have turned off, and then open the battery-chamber/ memory card slot cover. The camera, battery, and memory card may be hot immediately after using the camera.

  • Page 8: Charge The Battery

    Charge the Battery Step Use the included charging AC adapter and USB cable to charge the battery while it is in the camera. .1 Prepare the included charging AC adapter. If a plug adapter* is included with your camera, attach the plug adapter to the plug on the charging AC adapter.

  • Page 9: Turn On The Camera

    Electrical outlet Charge lamp USB cable (included) The charge lamp slowly flashes green to indicate that the battery is charging. About 2 hours and 20 minutes are required to charge a fully exhausted battery. .3 Disconnect the charging AC adapter from the electrical outlet and then disconnect the USB cable.
  • Page 10 Select a Language and Set the Camera Step Clock When the camera is turned on for the first time, the language- selection screen and the date and time setting screen for the camera clock are displayed. Use the multi selector to make the settings. If you exit without setting the date and time, O will flash when the shooting screen is displayed.
  • Page 11 .3 Select your home time London, Casablanca zone and press the k button. Daylight Saving Time If daylight saving time is in effect, Back press H to enable the daylight saving time function. When the daylight saving time function is enabled, W is displayed above the map.
  • Page 12 .6 Select Yes and press the k button. 15/05/2014 15:30 When settings are finished, the lens extends and the camera switches to shooting mode. Imprinting the Date and Time on Images While Taking Images After setting the date and time, enable the Print date option in the z (setup) menu (A24).

  • Page 13: Shooting And Playback

    Shooting and Playback Rotate the Mode Dial and Align the A Step (Auto) Icon to the Mark Check the Battery Level and the Number Step of Exposures Remaining Battery level indicator 25m 0s 25m 0s Number of exposures remaining 1/250 1/250 F3.7 F3.7...

  • Page 14: Using The Zoom

    Hold the Camera and Frame a Picture Step .1 Hold the camera steady in both hands. Keep fingers and other objects away from the lens, flash, AF-assist illuminator, microphones, and speaker. .2 Frame the picture. 25m 0s 25m 0s 1/250 1/250 F3.7 F3.7...

  • Page 15: Focus And Shoot

    Focus and Shoot Step .1 Press the shutter-release button halfway, i.e., press the button lightly until you feel a slight resistance. When the subject is in focus, the focus area that includes the subject or focus indicator glows green (multiple focus areas can glow green).

  • Page 16: Play Back Images

    Flash lamp The flash lamp indicates flash status when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway. The flash fires when an image is taken. Flashing The flash is charging.* The flash does not fire when an image is taken. * If the battery level is low, the monitor turns off while the flash is charging. .2 Without lifting your finger, press the shutter-release button the rest of the way down to take the picture.

  • Page 17: Delete Images

    6 Delete Images Step .1 Press the l button to delete 4 / 4 4 / 4 the image currently displayed in the monitor. 0004. JPG 0004. JPG 15/05/2014 15:30 15/05/2014 15:30 .2 Use the multi selector HI to select the desired deletion method and Delete press the k button.

  • Page 18: Using Viewnx 2

    Your Imaging Toolbox Installing ViewNX 2 Step An Internet connection is required. For system requirements and other information, see the Nikon website for your region. .1 Download the ViewNX 2 installer. Start the computer and download the installer from: http://nikonimglib.com/nvnx/ .2 Double-click the downloaded file.

  • Page 19: Transferring Images To The Computer

    Transferring Images to the Computer Step .1 Choose how images will be copied to the computer. Choose one of the following methods: Direct USB connection: Turn the camera off and ensure that the memory card is inserted in the camera. Connect the camera to the computer using the USB cable.
  • Page 20 2 Double-click Import File. If the memory card contains a large number of images, it may take a while for Nikon Transfer 2 to start. Wait until Nikon Transfer 2 starts. Connecting the USB Cable The connection may not be recognized if the camera is connected to the computer via a USB hub.

  • Page 21: Viewing Images

    .3 Terminate the connection. If the camera is connected to the computer, turn the camera off and disconnect the USB cable. If you are using a card reader or card slot, choose the appropriate option in the computer operating system to eject the removable disk corresponding to the memory card and then remove the card from the card reader or card slot.

  • Page 22: Other Functions

    Other Functions Flash Mode, Self-Timer, Macro Mode, Creative Slider, and Exposure Compensation Use the multi selector in shooting mode to apply the following settings. Function Description The flash modes available are U (auto), V (auto with red-eye reduction/red-eye 1 m Flash mode reduction), W (off ), X (fill flash/standard flash), and Y (slow sync) modes.

  • Page 23: Selecting A Shooting Mode

    Selecting a Shooting Mode When the mode dial is rotated next to the mark, the camera switches to the corresponding shooting mode shown below. Auto mode Used for general shooting. Scene mode Camera settings are optimized according to the scene that you select. When using scene auto selector, the camera automatically selects the optimum scene mode when you frame an image, making it even easier to take images using settings that suit the scene.

  • Page 24: Using Camera Menus

    Using Camera Menus A variety of shooting and playback settings can be adjusted from the camera menus. Press the d button to display 25m 0s 25m 0s the menu for the current mode 1/250 1/250 F3.7 F3.7 and use the multi selector to select an item (A10).
  • Page 25 Using Location Data Functions/Displaying Maps This camera receives signals from positioning satellites and obtain its current time and location data. The obtained location data (latitude and longitude) can be recorded on the images to be shot. The current position or image shooting location can be displayed on the screen using the camera’s internal map information.

  • Page 26: For Your Safety

    Repairs should be performed only by qualified technicians. Should the camera or charging AC adapter break open as the result of a fall or other accident, take the product to a Nikon- authorized service representative for inspection, after unplugging the product and/or removing the battery.
  • Page 27 Failure to observe this precaution could cause damage or fire. Use the appropriate power supply (battery, charging AC adapter, AC adapter, USB cable) Using a power supply other than those provided or sold by Nikon could result in damage or malfunction. Observe caution when handling the battery The battery may leak, overheat, or explode if improperly handled.
  • Page 28 Should the insulation be damaged and the wires become exposed, take it to a Nikon-authorized service representative for inspection. Failure to observe these precautions could result in fire or electric shock.
  • Page 29 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 regulations. Handle moving parts with care Be careful that your fingers or other objects are not pinched by the lens cover or other moving parts.
  • Page 30 Notices Notices for Customers in Europe CAUTIONS RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE. DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS. This symbol indicates that electrical and electronic equipment is to be collected separately. The following apply only to users in European countries: This product is designated for separate collection at an appropriate collection point.

  • Page 31: Caring For The Camera

    Caring for the Camera To ensure continued enjoyment of this Nikon product, observe the precautions described below in addition to the warnings in “For Your Safety” (A26) when using or storing the device. Do Not Drop The product may malfunction if subjected to strong shock or vibration.
  • Page 32 The monitor is lit by an LED backlight. Should the monitor begin to dim or flicker, contact your Nikon-authorized service representative. About the Manuals Nikon will not be held liable for any damages resulting from the use of this product. Notices...
  • Page 33 Care should be taken to avoid injury or damage to property when physically destroying data storage devices. For the COOLPIX S9700, the log data saved on the memory card is handled in the same way as other data. To erase the log data that is obtained but not stored on the memory card, select Create log ➝...
  • Page 34 The detailed map data and location name information (Points of Interest: POI) of the People’s Republic of China (“China”) and the Republic of Korea are not provided for the COOLPIX S9700. b Notes about record location data functions and log...
  • Page 35 Make sure to read “Disposing of Data Storage Devices” (A33). b Notes about measurement functions The COOLPIX S9700 is a camera. Do not use this camera as a navigation device or measuring instrument. Use information (such as direction) measured by the camera as a guideline only.
  • Page 36 Precautions when Using Radio Transmissions Always keep in mind that radio transmission or reception of data is subject to interception by third parties. Note that Nikon is not responsible for data or information leaks that may occur during data transfer.
  • Page 37 Always keep separate copies of important information. Nikon is not responsible for any direct or indirect damages or lost profits resulting from alteration or loss of content that is not attributable to Nikon.

  • Page 38: Trademark Information

    Wi-Fi Alliance. Android and Google Play are trademarks or registered trademarks of Google, Inc. All other trade names mentioned in this manual or the other documentation provided with your Nikon product are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. Notices...
  • Page 39 (“Data”) is provided for your personal, internal use only and not for resale. It is protected by copyright, and is subject to the following terms and conditions which are agreed to by you, on the one hand, and Nikon Corporation (“Nikon”) and its licensors (including their licensors and suppliers) on the other hand.
  • Page 40 No Warranty. This Data is provided to you “as is,” and you agree to use it at your own risk. Nikon and its licensors (and their licensors and suppliers) make no guarantees, representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied,...
  • Page 41 Agreement. Entire Agreement. These terms and conditions constitute the entire agreement between Nikon (and its licensors, including their licensors and suppliers) and you pertaining to the subject matter hereof, and supersedes in their entirety any and all written or oral agreements previously existing between us with respect to such subject matter.
  • Page 42 If the Contracting Officer, federal government agency, or any federal official refuses to use the legend provided herein, the Contracting Officer, federal government agency, or any federal official must notify HERE prior to seeking additional or alternative rights in the Data. Notices related to licensed software copyright holders.
  • Page 43 Greece Copyright Geomatics Ltd. Hungary Copyright © 2003; Top-Map Ltd. La Banca Dati Italiana è stata prodotta usando quale Italy riferimento anche cartografia numerica ed al tratto prodotta e fornita dalla Regione Toscana. Norway Copyright © 2000; Norwegian Mapping Authority Portugal Source: IgeoE - Portugal Spain...
  • Page 44 Copyright. Based on data provided under license from PSMA Australia Limited (www.psma.com.au). Australia Product incorporates data which is © 2013 Telstra Corporation Limited, Intelematics Australia Pty Ltd and HERE International LLC. Nepal Copyright © Survey Department, Government of Nepal. This product incorporates original source digital data obtained from the Survey Department of Sri Lanka Sri Lanka ©...
  • Page 45 Europe Service Warranty Dear Nikon Customer, We thank you for your purchasing this Nikon product. Should your Nikon product require warranty service, please contact the dealer from whom it was purchased or a member of our authorized service network within the sales territory of Nikon Europe BV (Europe/Africa and Russia).
  • Page 46 4. This service warranty does not affect the consumer’s statutory rights under applicable national laws in force, nor the consumer’s right against the dealer arising from their sales/purchase contract. Notice: An overview of all authorized Nikon Service Stations can be found online by following this Link (URL = http:// www.europe-nikon.com/service/).
  • Page 48 FX4A02(11) 6MN42111-02 2014...

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