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Nikon CoolPix S1200pj Reference Manual

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  • Page 1 DIGITAL CAMERA Reference Manual...

  • Page 2: Trademark Information

    • SDXC, SDHC, and SD Logos are trademarks of SD-3C, LLC. • PictBridge is a trademark. • 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. AVC Patent Portfolio License...
  • Page 3 Introduction Parts of the Camera and Basic Operation Basic Steps for Shooting and Playback Shooting Features Playback Features Using the Projector Recording and Playing Back Movies General Camera Setup Reference Section Technical Notes and Index...

  • Page 4: Read This First

    Introduction Read This First Thank you for purchasing the Nikon COOLPIX S1200pj digital camera. Before using the camera, please read the information in “For Your Safety” (A vi) and familiarize yourself with the information provided in this manual. After reading, please keep this manual handy and refer to it to enhance your enjoyment of your new camera.

  • Page 5: About This Manual

    Read This First About This Manual If you want to start using the camera right away, see “Basic Steps for Shooting and Playback” (A 15). To learn about the parts of the camera and basic operations, see “Parts of the Camera and Basic Operation”...

  • Page 6: Information And Precautions

    Before taking pictures on important occasions (such as at weddings or before taking the camera 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 7 • Nikon will not be held liable for any damages resulting from the use of this product. • While every effort was made to ensure that the information in the documentation is accurate and complete, we would appreciate it were you to bring any errors or omissions to the attention of the Nikon representative in your area (address provided separately).

  • Page 8: For Your Safety

    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 9 Should the insulation • Do not immerse in or expose to be damaged and the wires become water. exposed, take it to a Nikon- • Replace the terminal cover when authorized service representative for transporting the battery. Do not inspection.
  • Page 10 When connecting cables to the input skin or entering the eyes or mouth. and output jacks, use only the cables Turn the power off when provided or sold by Nikon for the using inside an airplane or the purpose, to maintain compliance with hospital product regulations.

  • Page 11: Notices

    Nikon interference in a residential installation. Corporation may void the user’s This equipment generates, uses, and authority to operate the equipment.
  • Page 12 This symbol on the battery Wash hands after handling. indicates that the battery is Nikon Inc., to be collected separately. 1300 Walt Whitman Road The following apply only to Melville, New York 11747-3064 users in European countries: •...

  • Page 13: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Introduction ............................ii Read This First ............................ii Confirming the Package Contents ......................ii About This Manual............................... iii Information and Precautions........................iv For Your Safety............................vi WARNINGS ................................vi Notices ..............................ix Parts of the Camera and Basic Operation................... 1 Parts of the Camera..........................
  • Page 14 Table of Contents Shooting Features ..........................37 G (Easy Auto Mode).......................... 38 Changing G (Easy Auto) Mode Settings .................... 38 Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes) .................. 39 Changing Scene Mode Settings........................ 39 Scene Mode and Features ..........................40 Special Effects Mode (Applying Effects When Shooting) ............. 46 Changing Special Effects Mode Settings.....................
  • Page 15 Table of Contents Using the Projector .......................... 79 Displaying Pictures with the Projector..................80 Projecting Pictures ............................. 80 Projector Controls............................... 83 Operations When Projecting Movies ..................... 85 b Projecting Slide Shows..........................86 Basic Projector Settings ........................88 Playback Menu ..............................88 Setup Menu................................
  • Page 16 Table of Contents Connecting the Camera to a Printer....................E23 Printing Pictures One by One......................E25 Printing Multiple Pictures ........................E26 Projecting the Computer Display..................E29 Before Installing PC-PJ Transfer......................E29 Installing the PC-PJ Transfer CD......................E30 Projecting the Computer Display....................E31 Projecting PowerPoint Presentations..................
  • Page 17 Table of Contents Sound Settings............................E70 Auto Off ................................E70 Format Memory/Format Card ......................E71 Language................................ E72 Interface................................E73 Charge by Computer ..........................E73 Blink Warning ............................... E75 Reset All ................................E77 Firmware Version ............................E79 Image/Sound File and Folder Names .................. E80 Optional Accessories .........................

  • Page 19: Parts Of The Camera And Basic Operation

    Parts of the Camera and Basic Operation This chapter describes the parts of the camera and the information displayed on the camera’s monitor, and also explains how to use basic camera features. Parts of the Camera ............2 The Camera Body ......................2 Remote Control ML-L5 (Available Separately) ............4 Attaching the Camera Strap ..................5 Camera Controls Used When Shooting ..............6...

  • Page 20: Parts Of The Camera

    Parts of the Camera and Basic Operation Parts of the Camera The Camera Body Lens cover closed Shutter-release button....6, 7, 30 Lens Zoom control........6, 7, 29 Flash..............54 f: Wide-angle........6, 29 Infrared receiver (front)..... 36, 81 g: Telephoto..........6, 29 h: Thumbnail playback....
  • Page 21 Parts of the Camera 18 17 Charge lamp........19, E 74 Monitor ............8, 26 Flash lamp............54 Battery-chamber/ Speaker ..........94, E 55 memory card slot cover ....16, 17 b (e movie-record) button..6, 7, 90 Power connector cover (for connection with optional AC Adapter) Infrared receiver (rear) .......

  • Page 22: Remote Control Ml-L5 (Available Separately)

    P (projector) button* b (slide show) button * Not available for use with the COOLPIX S1200pj. Use the projector cover (A 2) to operate the built-in projector (A 7). See the following pages for more information on operating the remote control: •...

  • Page 23: Attaching The Camera Strap

    Parts of the Camera Replacing the Remote Control Battery Push the tab in the While holding the tab in, Remove the used 3V direction indicated grasp the edge of the CR2025 lithium battery. above. battery holder with your fingernail and pull it straight out.

  • Page 24: Camera Controls Used When Shooting

    Parts of the Camera Camera Controls Used When Shooting Control Name Main function Shooting mode Changes the shooting mode (displays button the shooting-mode selection screen). Zooms in and out; rotate to g (i) to zoom in, and rotate to f (h) to zoom Zoom control out.

  • Page 25: Camera Controls Used When Playing Back Or Projecting Pictures

    Parts of the Camera Camera Controls Used When Playing Back or Projecting Pictures Control Name Main function • Changes the playback mode (displays the playback-mode selection screen). Playback button • When the camera is turned off, press and hold this button to turn the camera on in playback mode.

  • Page 26: The Monitor

    Parts of the Camera The Monitor The information that is displayed in the monitor during shooting and playback changes depending on the camera’s settings and state of use. At the default setting, the indicators below are displayed when the camera is turned on or is in operation, and they disappear after a few seconds elapse (when Monitor settings (A 98) ➝...

  • Page 27: Playback Mode

    Parts of the Camera Playback Mode 1 5 / 1 1 / 2 0 1 1 1 2 : 0 0 1 5 / 1 1 / 2 0 1 1 1 2 : 0 0 9 9 9 9 . J P G 9 9 9 9 .

  • Page 28: Basic Operations

    Basic Operations Switching Between Shooting Mode and Playback Mode The camera has two modes of operation: Shooting mode, which is used for taking pictures, and playback mode, which is used for viewing pictures. While using shooting mode, press the c (playback) button to switch to playback mode;...

  • Page 29: Using The Multi Selector

    Basic Operations Using the Multi Selector Operate by pressing the multi selector up ( H ), down ( I ), left ( J ), or right ( K ), or pressing the k button. Shooting Mode Display m (flash mode) (A 54) menu or move cursor up Display o (exposure compensation) (A 58)

  • Page 30: Using Menus (The D Button)

    Basic Operations Using Menus (the d Button) If you press the d button while the shooting screen or playback screen is displayed, the menu for the current mode is displayed. Once the menu is displayed, you can change various settings. Shooting mode Playback mode 1 5 / 1 1 / 2 0 1 1 1 5 : 3 0...

  • Page 31: Switching Between Tabs

    Basic Operations Switching Between Tabs Set up Shooting menu Shooting menu Image mode Welcome screen Image mode Time zone and date White balance White balance Monitor settings Continuous Continuous Projector settings ISO sensitivity ISO sensitivity Print date AF area mode AF area mode Vibration reduction Autofocus mode...

  • Page 33: Basic Steps For Shooting And Playback

    Basic Steps for Shooting and Playback Preparation Preparation 1 Inserting the Battery ................16 Preparation 2 Charging the Battery ................18 Preparation 3 Insert a Memory Card ................20 Shooting Step 1 Turn the Camera On .....................22 Setting Display Language, Date and Time (First Use Only) ......24 Step 2 Select a Shooting Mode ..................26 Step 3 Frame a Picture ......................28 Step 4 Focus and Shoot.....................30...

  • Page 34: Preparation 1 Inserting The Battery

    Basic Steps for Shooting and Playback Preparation 1 Inserting the Battery Slide the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover in the direction indicated by the arrow ( 1 ) and open the cover ( 2 ). Insert the included Battery latch Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL12.

  • Page 35: Removing The Battery

    Preparation 1 Inserting the Battery Removing the Battery Be sure that the power-on lamp and the monitor have turned off and open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover. Slide the orange battery latch in the direction indicated by the arrow ( 1 ), and then remove the battery. Pull the battery straight out of the camera ( 2 );...

  • Page 36: Preparation 2 Charging The Battery

    Preparation 2 Charging the Battery Prepare the included Charging AC Adapter EH-69P. • If a plug adapter* is included, attach the plug adapter to the plug on the Charging AC Adapter. Push the plug adapter firmly until it is securely held in place. Once the two are connected, attempting to forcibly remove the plug adapter could damage the product.
  • Page 37 “Charging AC Adapter Information” (F 3) before use. Charging Using Computer or Battery Charger • Connecting the COOLPIX S1200pj to a computer also charges the Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL12 (A 72, E 73). • Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL12 can also be charged using the Battery Charger MH-65 (available separately;...

  • Page 38: Preparation 3 Insert A Memory Card

    Preparation 3 Insert a Memory Card Be sure that the power-on lamp and the monitor are off and open the battery- chamber/memory card slot cover. • Be sure to turn off the camera before opening the cover. Insert the memory card. Memory card slot •...

  • Page 39: Internal Memory And Memory Cards

    Preparation 3 Insert a Memory Card Removing Memory Cards Be sure that the power-on lamp and the monitor have turned off and open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover. Gently push the memory card into the camera ( 1 ) to partially eject the card, and then remove the card.

  • Page 40: Step 1 Turn The Camera On

    Step 1 Turn the Camera On Press the power switch to turn on the camera. • If you are turning the camera on for the first time, see “Setting Display Language, Date and Time” (A 24). • The monitor will turn on. Check the battery level indicator and the number of exposures remaining.

  • Page 41: Turning The Camera On And Off

    Step 1 Turn the Camera On Turning the Camera On and Off • When the camera is turned on, the power-on lamp (green) will light, and then the monitor will turn on (the power-on lamp turns off when the monitor turns on).

  • Page 42: Setting Display Language, Date And Time

    Step 1 Turn the Camera On Setting Display Language, Date and Time A language-selection dialog is displayed the first time the camera is turned on. Press the multi selector H or Language I to choose the desired Čeština language and press the k Dansk Deutsch button.
  • Page 43 Step 1 Turn the Camera On Daylight Saving Time If daylight saving time is in effect, press H to enable the daylight saving time function while setting the region in London Casablanca step 3. • When the daylight saving time function is enabled, W is displayed at the top of the monitor.

  • Page 44: Step 2 Select A Shooting Mode

    Step 2 Select a Shooting Mode Press the A button. • The shooting-mode selection menu which allows you to select the desired shooting mode, is displayed. Press the multi selector H or I Easy auto mode to choose a shooting mode. •...

  • Page 45: Available Shooting Modes

    Step 2 Select a Shooting Mode Available Shooting Modes A 38 Easy auto mode By simply framing a picture, the camera automatically selects the optimum shooting mode. A 39 Scene mode Camera settings are automatically optimized for the selected scene. •...

  • Page 46: Step 3 Frame A Picture

    Step 3 Frame a Picture Hold the camera steadily in both hands. • Keep fingers and other objects away from the lens, flash, AF assist-illuminator, microphone, and speaker. • When taking pictures in portrait (“tall”) orientation, turn the camera so that the built-in flash is above the lens. Frame the picture.

  • Page 47: Using The Zoom

    Step 3 Frame a Picture Using the Zoom Use the zoom control to activate optical zoom. Zoom out Zoom in • Rotate the zoom control to g to zoom in so that the subject fills a larger area of the frame. •...

  • Page 48: Step 4 Focus And Shoot

    Step 4 Focus and Shoot Press the shutter-release button halfway, i.e., press the button slightly until you feel resistance. • When you press the shutter-release button halfway, the camera sets focus and exposure (shutter speed and aperture value). Focus and exposure remain locked while the shutter-release button is pressed halfway.

  • Page 49: During Recording

    Step 4 Focus and Shoot During Recording • While pictures are being recorded, the number of exposures remaining will blink. Do not open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover while pictures are being recorded. 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 50: Step 5 Play Back Pictures

    Step 5 Play Back Pictures Press the c (playback) button. • The camera enters playback mode, and the last picture taken is displayed in full-frame playback mode. b (e movie-record) button c (playback) button A (shooting mode) Multi selector button To display the previous or next picture by 1 5 / 1 1 / 2 0 1 1 1 5 : 3 0 1 5 / 1 1 / 2 0 1 1 1 5 : 3 0...

  • Page 51: Changing How Pictures Are Displayed

    Step 5 Play Back Pictures Changing How Pictures Are Displayed When using playback mode, you can change how pictures are displayed by rotating the zoom control to f (h) and g (i) (A 6). Playback Zoom 1 5 / 1 1 / 2 0 1 1 1 5 : 3 0 1 5 / 1 1 / 2 0 1 1 1 5 : 3 0 0 0 0 4 .

  • Page 52: Step 6 Delete Unwanted Pictures

    Step 6 Delete Unwanted Pictures Press the l button to delete the picture currently displayed in the monitor. Press the multi selector H or I to choose the desired deletion method and press the k Delete button. • Current image: Delete the currently displayed full- Current image frame picture.
  • Page 53 Step 6 Delete Unwanted Pictures Operating the Erase Selected Images Screen Press the multi selector J or K to choose a Erase selected images picture to be deleted, and then press H to display y. • To undo the selection, press I to remove y. •...

  • Page 54: Taking Pictures With The Remote Control (Available Separately)

    Taking Pictures with the Remote Control (Available Separately) Use the remote control ML-L5 (available separately; A 4) to take pictures. • Use a tripod or other means of stabilizing the camera. Use of a tripod is recommended during shooting with the remote control. Set Vibration reduction to Off in the setup menu (A 98) when using a tripod to stabilize the camera during shooting.

  • Page 55: Shooting Features

    Shooting Features This chapter describes each of the camera’s shooting modes and the features that are available when using each shooting mode. By referring to this information, you will learn how to select different shooting modes and adjust settings according to the shooting conditions and the kind of pictures you want to take.

  • Page 56: G (Easy Auto Mode)

    Shooting Features G (Easy Auto Mode) When you frame a picture, the camera automatically selects the optimum scene, allowing you to easily take pictures using a shooting mode that suits the scene. 2 9 m 0 s 2 9 m 0 s 1 1 0 0 1 1 0 0 In the shooting screen M A (shooting mode) button M G (easy auto) mode (A 26,...

  • Page 57: Scene Mode (Shooting Suited To Scenes)

    Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes) Camera settings are automatically optimized for the selected subject type. The following scene modes are available. In the shooting screen M A (shooting mode) button M b (second icon from the top*) M K M select a scene (A 26, 27) * The icon for the last scene mode selected is displayed.

  • Page 58: Scene Mode And Features

    Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes) Scene Mode and Features b Portrait Use this mode for portraits. • The camera detects a human face and focuses on it (A 65). • The camera smoothes skin tones by applying the skin softening function before recording pictures (A 67).

  • Page 59: Night Portrait O

    Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes) e Night portrait Use this mode for portraits taken at sunset or at night. • The camera detects a human face and focuses on it (A 65). • The camera smoothes skin tones by applying the skin softening function before recording pictures (A 67).
  • Page 60 Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes) i Dusk/dawn Preserves the colors seen in the weak natural light before sunrise or after sunset. • When the shutter-release button is pressed halfway, focus areas or the focus indicator (A 8) always lights in green. j Night landscape Slow shutter speeds are used to produce stunning night landscapes.
  • Page 61 Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes) u Food Use when taking pictures of food. • Macro mode (A 57) is enabled and the camera automatically zooms to the closest position at which it can focus. • You can adjust the hue by pressing the multi selector H and I.
  • Page 62 Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes) n Black and white copy Provides clear pictures of text or drawings on a white board or in print. • The camera focuses at the center of the frame. • Use with macro mode (A 57) when shooting a subject at close distance.
  • Page 63 Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes) O Pet portrait Use this mode for taking portraits of pets (dogs or cats). When the camera detects the face of a dog or cat, it focuses on the face and automatically releases the shutter (pet portrait auto release).

  • Page 64: Special Effects Mode (Applying Effects When Shooting)

    Special Effects Mode (Applying Effects When Shooting) Effects can be applied to pictures during shooting. In the shooting screen M A (shooting mode) button M D (third icon from the top*) M K M select an effect (A 26, 27) * The icon of the special effect previously selected is displayed on the monitor.

  • Page 65: Smart Portrait Mode (Shooting Smiling Faces)

    Smart Portrait Mode (Shooting Smiling Faces) When human smiles are detected, the camera automatically releases the shutter without you having to press the shutter-release button (smile timer), helping you capture the natural smiles of your subjects. You can also use the skin softening option to smooth the skin tones in human faces.
  • Page 66 Smart Portrait Mode (Shooting Smiling Faces) Notes on Smart Portrait Mode • Digital zoom is not available. • Under some shooting conditions, the camera may be unable to detect faces or smiles. • See “Notes on Face Detection Function” (A 66) for more information. Note on Using the Remote Control ML-L5 (Available Separately) When Smile timer is set to On in smart portrait mode and the camera detects a face, the remote control cannot be used.

  • Page 67: Changing Smart Portrait Mode Settings

    Smart Portrait Mode (Shooting Smiling Faces) Changing Smart Portrait Mode Settings • Features that can be set using the multi selector (A 53) are the flash mode (A 54), self-timer (A 56), and exposure compensation (A 58). • See “Smart Portrait Menu Options” (A 49) for more information about functions that can be set using the d button.

  • Page 68: Using A (Auto) Mode

    Using A (Auto) Mode A (auto) mode is useful for general photography, and it allows you to customize a variety of settings to suit the shooting conditions and the type of shot you want to capture (A 51). 2 9 m 0 s 2 9 m 0 s 1 1 0 0 1 1 0 0...

  • Page 69: Shooting Menu Options In A (Auto) Mode

    Using A (Auto) Mode Shooting Menu Options in A (Auto) Mode In A (auto) mode, the following options can be Shooting menu changed. Image mode White balance Continuous ISO sensitivity AF area mode Autofocus mode In the A (Auto) mode shooting screen M d button M A tab (A 12) Option Description Allows you to select the combination of image size and...
  • Page 70 Using A (Auto) Mode Option Description Allows you to select how the camera determines the E 42 AF area mode focus area for autofocus, from Face priority (default setting), Auto, Manual, Center, or Subject tracking. When Single AF (default setting) is selected, the camera focuses only while the shutter-release button is pressed halfway.

  • Page 71: Features That Can Be Set Using The Multi Selector

    Features That Can Be Set Using the Multi Selector The following shooting functions can be set by pressing the multi selector H (m), I (p), J (n), or K (o). m (flash mode) n (self-timer) p (macro mode) o (exposure compensation) Functions Available for Each Shooting Mode The functions that can be set vary depending on the shooting mode, as shown below.

  • Page 72: Using The Flash (Flash Modes)

    Features That Can Be Set Using the Multi Selector Using the Flash (Flash Modes) The flash mode can be set to match the shooting conditions. Press the multi selector H (m flash mode). Press the multi selector H or I to choose the desired flash mode and press the k button.

  • Page 73: Available Flash Modes

    Features That Can Be Set Using the Multi Selector Available Flash Modes Auto Flash fires automatically when lighting is dim. Auto with red-eye reduction Suited to pictures of people. This option reduces the “red-eye” phenomenon that caused by the use of flash. Flash will not fire even when lighting is dim.

  • Page 74: Using The Self-Timer

    Features That Can Be Set Using the Multi Selector Using the Self-timer The camera is equipped with a ten-second and two-second timer for self-portraits. This feature is useful for reducing the effects of camera shake that occurs when pressing the shutter-release button. When using the self-timer, use of a tripod is recommended.

  • Page 75: Using Macro Mode

    Features That Can Be Set Using the Multi Selector Using Macro Mode When using macro mode, the camera can focus on objects as close as 3 cm (1.2 in.) from the front of the lens. This feature is useful when taking close-up pictures of flowers and other small subjects.

  • Page 76: Adjusting Brightness (Exposure Compensation)

    Features That Can Be Set Using the Multi Selector Adjusting Brightness (Exposure Compensation) Exposure compensation is used to alter exposure from the value suggested by the camera to make pictures brighter or darker. Press the multi selector K (o exposure compensation).

  • Page 77: Default Settings

    Features That Can Be Set Using the Multi Selector Default Settings The default settings for each function in each shooting mode are described below. • See the next page for information about the default settings in the scene modes. Exposure Flash Self-timer Macro...
  • Page 78 Features That Can Be Set Using the Multi Selector The default settings for each function in scene mode are described below. Exposure Flash Self-timer Macro compensation (A 54) (A 56) (A 57) (A 58) b (A 40) c (A 40) d (A 40) e (A 41) f (A 41)

  • Page 79: Changing The Image Size (Image Mode)

    Changing the Image Size (Image Mode) In the shooting screen M d button M Shooting menu M Image mode You can use the Image mode setting in the shooting Image mode menu to select the combination of image size and 4320×3240P 4320×3240 compression rate that is used when saving pictures.

  • Page 80: Image Mode

    Changing the Image Size (Image Mode) Image Mode • Change made to this setting applies to all shooting modes. • There are functions with which this setting cannot be enabled. See “Features That Cannot Be Applied Simultaneously” (A 63) for more information. Number of Exposures Remaining The following table lists the approximate number of pictures that can be stored in internal memory and on a 4 GB memory card.

  • Page 81: Features That Cannot Be Applied Simultaneously

    Features That Cannot Be Applied Simultaneously Some shooting settings cannot be used with other functions. Restricted Setting Descriptions function Continuous When Continuous, BSS, or Multi-shot 16 is (A 51) selected, flash is disabled. Flash mode Blink proof When On is selected for Blink proof, flash is (A 49) disabled.
  • Page 82 Features That Cannot Be Applied Simultaneously Restricted Setting Descriptions function Continuous When Multi-shot 16 is selected, Motion (A 51) detection is not enabled. Motion detection ISO sensitivity When a setting other than Auto is selected for (A 51) ISO sensitivity, Motion detection is disabled. Continuous When Continuous, BSS, or Multi-shot 16 is Blink warning...

  • Page 83: Face Detection

    Face Detection When the camera is pointed at a human face in the shooting modes listed below, the camera automatically detects the face and focuses on it. When the camera detects more than one face, the double 2 9 m 0 s 2 9 m 0 s border (focus area) is displayed around the face that is focused on, and single borders around the others.
  • Page 84 Face Detection Notes on Face Detection Function • The camera’s ability to detect faces depends on a variety of factors, including whether or not the subject is facing the camera. The camera may be unable to detect faces in the following situations: - When faces are partially hidden by sunglasses or otherwise obstructed - When faces take up too much or too little of the frame •...

  • Page 85: Skin Softening

    Skin Softening In the shooting modes listed below, the camera detects up to three human faces when the shutter is released, and processes the picture to soften facial skin tones before saving the picture. • G (easy auto) mode • Portrait (A 40) or Night portrait (A 41) scene mode •...

  • Page 86: Focus Lock

    Focus Lock Use focus lock to focus on off-center subjects when center is selected for AF area mode. To focus on off-center subjects when Center is selected for AF area mode in the shooting menu (A 51) in A (auto) mode, use focus lock as described below.

  • Page 87: Playback Features

    Playback Features This chapter describes how to select certain types of pictures for playback as well as some of the features available when playing back pictures. 1 5 / 1 1 / 2 0 1 1 1 5 : 3 0 1 5 / 1 1 / 2 0 1 1 1 5 : 3 0 0 0 0 4 .

  • Page 88: Selecting Certain Types Of Pictures For Playback

    Playback Features Selecting Certain Types of Pictures for Playback You can change the playback mode according to the type of pictures you want to view. Available Playback Modes A 32 Play All pictures are played back. When you switch from shooting mode to playback mode, this mode is selected.

  • Page 89: Functions Available In Playback Mode (Playback Menu)

    Functions Available in Playback Mode (Playback Menu) In the playback screen M d button M c tab, h tab, F tab, or C tab When viewing pictures in full-frame playback mode or thumbnail playback mode, you can configure the following functions by pressing the d button to display the menu, and then selecting the c tab, h tab, F tab, or C tab (A 12).

  • Page 90: Connecting The Camera To A Television, Computer, Or Printer

    Connecting the Camera to a Television, Computer, or Printer You can enhance your enjoyment of images and movies by connecting the camera to a TV, computer, or printer. • Before connecting the camera to an external device, make sure the remaining battery level is sufficient and the camera is turned off.

  • Page 91: Using Viewnx 2

    • Windows XP Home Edition/Professional (Service Pack 3) Macintosh • Mac OS X (version 10.5.8, 10.6.7) Refer to the Nikon website for the latest information on operating system compatibility. Start the computer and insert the ViewNX 2 Installer CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive.
  • Page 92 The following software is installed: • ViewNX 2 (consisting of the three modules below) - Nikon Transfer 2: For transferring images to the computer - ViewNX 2: For viewing, editing, and printing transferred images - Nikon Movie Editor: For basic editing of transferred movies •...

  • Page 93: Transferring Images To The Computer

    • SD card reader: Connect a card reader (available separately from third-party suppliers) to the computer and insert the memory card. If a message is displayed prompting you to choose a program, select Nikon Transfer 2. • When using Windows 7...

  • Page 94: Viewing Images

    Transfer images to the computer. • Confirm that the name of the connected camera or removable disk is displayed in the “Source” panel in the Nikon Transfer 2 “Options” area ( 1 ). • Click Start Transfer ( 2 ).

  • Page 95: Retouching Photographs

    Using ViewNX 2 Retouching Photographs Click Edit in the ViewNX 2 toolbar. Image editing functions include tone compensation, sharpness adjustment, and trimming (cropping). Editing Movies Click Movie Editor in the ViewNX 2 toolbar. Movie editing functions include the ability to delete unwanted scenes. Printing Images Click Print in the ViewNX 2 toolbar.

  • Page 97: Using The Projector

    Using the Projector The COOLPIX S1200pj is equipped with a built-in projector. The ability to project pictures and movies with simple operation makes for a convenient way of enjoying photos at gatherings of family and friends. Open the projector cover to...

  • Page 98: Displaying Pictures With The Projector

    Using the Projector Displaying Pictures with the Projector Projecting Pictures Place the camera. • Place the camera on a stable and level surface such as a table. • Point the projector window at a screen (available commercially) or flat white surface. •...
  • Page 99 • Do not leave the projector cover open when the COOLPIX S1200pj is not in use. The projected image may become faded or discolored if the projector window is exposed to direct or indirect sunlight or bright electric light for an extended period of time.
  • Page 100 PC-PJ Transfer. Projector Input Connector • When the projector input connector (A 2) on the COOLPIX S1200pj is connected to the Apple iPhone4 or iPhone3GS using the Dock Connector Cable, still pictures and movies saved on the Apple device can be viewed with the camera’s built-in projector.

  • Page 101: Projector Controls

    Displaying Pictures with the Projector Projector Controls When projecting images stored in the camera’s internal memory or on a memory card inserted in the camera, the operations described in the table below can be performed with the camera or the remote control (available separately) (A 4). Control Name Description...
  • Page 102 Displaying Pictures with the Projector Control Name Description • Open to project pictures with the built-in projector. • Close to stop projecting pictures with the Projector cover built-in projector. * To properly protect the projector, turn off (Camera only) the power after closing the projector cover.

  • Page 103: Operations When Projecting Movies

    Displaying Pictures with the Projector Operations When Projecting Movies To play back a movie, select a movie in full-frame playback mode and press the k button on the camera or the apply selection button on the remote control (available separately). While the movie is playing back, the control panel is displayed at the top of the screen.

  • Page 104: Projecting Slide Shows

    Displaying Pictures with the Projector b Projecting Slide Shows Project pictures stored in the internal memory or on the memory card as an automated slide show. The operations described below can be performed using the camera or the remote control (available separately) (A 4). Turn on the camera, and open the projector cover.
  • Page 105 Displaying Pictures with the Projector End or resume the slide show. • The screen shown on the right is displayed when the last frame has played or the slide show is paused. • To end the slide show, use J or K to select G and press the k (apply selection) button.

  • Page 106: Basic Projector Settings

    Basic Projector Settings When using the projector, if you press the d button to display the playback menu or setup menu on the monitor, the operations described in the table below can be performed (A 12). These operations can also be performed while the projector is not in use.

  • Page 107: Recording And Playing Back Movies

    Recording and Playing Back Movies You can record movies by simply pressing the b (e movie-record) button. 2 9 m 0 s 2 9 m 0 s 1 1 0 0 1 1 0 0 1 5 s 1 5 s In playback mode, press the k button to play a movie.

  • Page 108: Recording Movies

    Recording and Playing Back Movies Recording Movies You can record movies by simply pressing the b (e movie-record) button. Hue, white balance, and other settings are the same when recording movies as they are when taking pictures. Turn on the camera and be sure that it is in Movie options shooting mode.
  • Page 109 Recording Movies Recording Movies • Memory cards with an SD Speed Class rating of 6 or faster are recommended when recording movies (A 21). Movie recording may stop unexpectedly when memory cards with a lower Speed Class ratings are used. •...
  • Page 110 Recording Movies Movie Options and Maximum Recording Time Movie options Internal memory Memory card (4 GB)* (A 93) (approx. 94 MB) n HD 720p (1280×720) 1 min 20 s 55 min p iFrame 540 (960×540) 30 s 20 min m VGA (640×480) 4 min 20 s 2 h 55 min All figures are approximate.

  • Page 111: Changing Movie Recording Settings (The Movie Menu)

    Recording Movies Changing Movie Recording Settings (The Movie Menu) In the shooting screen M d button M D tab (A 12) The following options can be adjusted. Movie Movie options Autofocus mode Movie light Wind noise reduction Enhanced resolution Item Description Select the desired movie option for recording movies: n HD 720p (1280×720), p iFrame 540...

  • Page 112: Movie Playback

    Movie Playback Press the c (playback) button in playback 1 5 / 1 1 / 2 0 1 1 1 5 : 3 0 1 5 / 1 1 / 2 0 1 1 1 5 : 3 0 mode. 0 0 1 0 .

  • Page 113: Delete A Movie File

    Delete a Movie File To delete movies, press the l button (A 34) in full-frame playback mode (A 32) or thumbnail playback mode (A 33). Note on Movie Playback Movies recorded by a camera other than the COOLPIX S1200pj cannot be played back.

  • Page 115: General Camera Setup

    General Camera Setup This chapter describes the various settings that can be adjusted in the z setup menu. Set up Welcome screen Time zone and date Monitor settings Projector settings 2 9 m 0 s 2 9 m 0 s Print date 1 1 0 0 1 1 0 0...

  • Page 116: The Setup Menu

    General Camera Setup The Setup Menu Press the d button M z (Setup) tab (A 12) The following settings can be changed in the setup Set up menu by selecting the z tab. Welcome screen Time zone and date Monitor settings Projector settings Print date Vibration reduction...
  • Page 117 The Setup Menu Option Description Allows you to imprint the shooting date and time on pictures at the time of shooting. The default setting is Off. • The date cannot be imprinted in the following situations: - When using Sports, Museum, or Panorama assist, or When Continuous is selected for the Pet portrait E 66 Print date...
  • Page 118 The Setup Menu Option Description Set time before the monitor turns off for saving power. E 70 Auto off* The default setting is 1 min. Allows you to format the internal memory (only when a memory card is not inserted) or the memory card (when a memory card is inserted).

  • Page 119: Reference Section

    Reference Section The Reference Section provides detailed information and hints for using the camera. Shooting Using Panorama Assist .................... E 2 Playback Favorite Pictures Mode.................... E 4 Auto Sort Mode......................E 7 List by Date Mode ..................... E 9 Editing Pictures (Still Pictures) ................E 10 Connecting the Camera to a TV (Playback on a TV)........

  • Page 120: Using Panorama Assist

    Reference Section Using Panorama Assist Use a tripod for the best results. Set Vibration reduction to Off from the setup menu (A 98) when using a tripod to stabilize the camera. In the shooting screen M A (shooting mode) button M b (second icon from the top) M K M p Panorama assist (A 26, 27) Press the A button in shooting mode and use the multi selector to...

  • Page 121: More Information

    Using Panorama Assist Take the next picture. • Frame the next picture so that one third of the frame overlaps the first picture, and press the shutter-release button. • Repeat this process until the necessary 2 9 m 0 s 2 9 m 0 s number of pictures has been taken to 1 0 9 9...

  • Page 122: Favorite Pictures Mode

    Favorite Pictures Mode You can sort your favorite pictures into nine albums (this option is not available for movies). Once they are added, you can choose to play back only favorite pictures by selecting favorite pictures mode. • Categorizing albums by theme or type of subject makes it easier to find a particular picture.

  • Page 123: Viewing Pictures In An Album

    Favorite Pictures Mode Viewing Pictures in an Album If you select h Favorite pictures mode using the Favorite pictures procedure described in “Selecting Certain Types of Pictures for Playback” (A 70), the album selection screen is displayed. Use the multi selector to select a category and then press the k button to play back pictures in the selected album.

  • Page 124: Changing Icons Assigned To Albums

    Favorite Pictures Mode Changing Icons Assigned to Albums From the album selection screen (A 70, E 5), select Choose icon an album and press the d button to change the album’s icon. • Select a color, press the k button, and select an icon and press the k button to change the icon.

  • Page 125: Auto Sort Mode

    Auto Sort Mode Pictures are automatically sorted in to categories, such Portraits as portraits, landscapes, and movies. If you choose F Auto sort using the procedure described in “Switching Between Playback Modes” (A 70), the category selection screen is displayed. Select a category with the multi selector, and press the k button to play back Other scenes pictures in the selected category.

  • Page 126: List By Date Mode

    • Pictures or movies copied from the internal memory to a memory card, or vice versa (E 57), cannot be displayed in auto sort mode. • Pictures or movies recorded by a camera other than the COOLPIX S1200pj cannot be displayed in auto sort mode.

  • Page 127: List By Date Mode

    List by Date Mode If you select the C List by date using the procedure List by date described in “Switching Between Playback Modes” 2 0 / 1 1 / 2 0 1 1 (A 70), the shooting date selection screen is 1 5 / 1 1 / 2 0 1 1 displayed.

  • Page 128: Editing Pictures (Still Pictures)

    • If no face is detected in a picture, a copy cannot be created using the glamour retouch option (E 14). • The COOLPIX S1200pj editing functions are not available for pictures taken with another make or model of digital cameras.
  • Page 129 Editing Pictures (Still Pictures) Restrictions on Picture Editing When an edited copy is further modified with another editing function, check the following restrictions. Editing function used Editing function to use Quick retouch The glamour retouch, small picture or crop functions can be used. The D-Lighting quick retouch, D-Lighting, and filter effects functions cannot be used Filter effects...

  • Page 130: Quick Retouch: Enhancing Contrast And Saturation

    Editing Pictures (Still Pictures) k Quick Retouch: Enhancing Contrast and Saturation Quick retouch can be used to easily create retouched copies in which contrast and saturation have been enhanced. New copies are stored as separate files. Select the desired picture in full-frame playback mode (A 32) or thumbnail playback mode (A 33) and press the d button.

  • Page 131: I D-Lighting: Enhancing Brightness And Contrast

    Editing Pictures (Still Pictures) I D-Lighting: Enhancing Brightness and Contrast D-Lighting can be used to create copies with enhanced brightness and contrast, brightening dark portions of a picture. New copies are stored as separate files. Select the desired picture in full-frame playback mode (A 32) or thumbnail playback mode (A 33) and press the d button.

  • Page 132: Glamour Retouch: Softening Skin And Making Faces Looking Smaller With Larger Eyes

    Editing Pictures (Still Pictures) s Glamour Retouch: Softening Skin and Making Faces Looking Smaller with Larger Eyes Glamour retouch can be used to soften the skin tone of faces detected in a picture and make the faces look smaller with larger eyes. New copies are stored as separate files.
  • Page 133 Editing Pictures (Still Pictures) Preview the result of the effects and press the Preview k button. • Skin tones in up to 12 faces, in the order of that closest to the center of the frame, are softened. • If more than one face was softened, press the multi selector J or K to display a different face.

  • Page 134: Filter Effects: Digital Filters

    Editing Pictures (Still Pictures) p Filter Effects: Digital Filters Apply a variety of effects using digital filter. Effects indicated below are available. New copies are stored as separate files. Type Description Apply color effects to pictures as they are recorded. The available Color options effects are Vivid color, Black-and-white, Sepia, or Cyanotype.
  • Page 135 Editing Pictures (Still Pictures) Adjust the effect. • Color options: Press H or I to select the color tone, Color options and press the k button. Vivid color Select • Soft: Press H or I to select the size of the area to Soft soften, and press the k button.

  • Page 136: Small Picture: Reducing Image Size

    Editing Pictures (Still Pictures) g Small Picture: Reducing Image Size Create a small copy of the current picture. This feature is useful for displaying on Web pages and using as e-mail attachments. Small copies are stored as files with a compression ratio of approximately 1:16.

  • Page 137: Crop: Creating A Cropped Copy

    Editing Pictures (Still Pictures) a Crop: Creating a Cropped Copy Create a copy containing only the portion visible in the monitor when u is displayed with playback zoom (A 33) enabled. Cropped copies are stored as separate files. Rotate the zoom control to g (i) in full-frame playback mode to zoom in on the picture (A 32).
  • Page 138 Editing Pictures (Still Pictures) Image Size As the area to be saved is reduced, the image size (pixels) of the cropped copy is also reduced. When the size of the cropped copy is 320 × 240 or 160 × 120, a black frame is displayed around the picture during playback, and the small picture icon C is displayed at the left of the monitor.

  • Page 139: Connecting The Camera To A Tv (Playback On A Tv)

    Connecting the Camera to a TV (Playback on a TV) Connect the camera to a television using the Audio Video Cable EG-CP16 (available separately) to play back pictures on a television. Turn off the camera. Connect the camera to the TV. •...

  • Page 140: Connecting The Camera To A Printer

    • When connecting the camera to a printer, use a fully charged battery to prevent the camera from turning off unexpectedly. • If the AC Adapter EH-62F (available separately) is used, COOLPIX S1200pj can be powered from a home electrical outlet. Do not use any other make or model of AC adapter as they may cause the camera to heat up or malfunction.

  • Page 141: Connecting The Camera To A Printer

    Connecting the Camera to a Printer Connecting the Camera to a Printer When transferring pictures to the printer from the camera, select the Interface setting (E 73) from the setup menu and set the USB option to MTP/PTP (default setting). Turn off the camera.
  • Page 142 Connecting the Camera to a Printer The camera is automatically turned on. • When properly connected, the PictBridge startup screen (1) will be displayed in the camera monitor, followed by the Print selection screen (2). Print selection 1 5 / 1 1 2 0 1 1 NO.

  • Page 143: Printing Pictures One By One

    Connecting the Camera to a Printer Printing Pictures One by One After properly connecting the camera to the printer (E 23), follow the procedure described below to print a picture. Use the multi selector to choose the desired Print selection picture and press the k button.

  • Page 144: Printing Multiple Pictures

    Connecting the Camera to a Printer Choose Start print and press the k button. PictBridge 0 0 4 prints Start print Copies Paper size Printing begins. • Monitor display returns to the print selection screen shown in step 1 when printing is complete. Printing •...
  • Page 145 Connecting the Camera to a Printer Choose the desired paper size and press the Paper size k button. Default 3.5×5 in. • To specify paper size using printer settings, choose 5×7 in. Default in the paper size menu. 100×150 mm 4×6 in.
  • Page 146 Connecting the Camera to a Printer Print all images One copy each of all pictures stored in the internal memory, or on the memory card, is printed. • When the menu shown at right is displayed, Print all images choose Start print and press the k button to start printing.

  • Page 147: Projecting The Computer Display

    Projecting the Computer Display The PC-PJ Transfer software CD-ROM “PC-PJ Transfer” is included with the COOLPIX S1200pj. The “PC-PJ Transfer” allows you to use the camera’s built-in projector to project the computer display via a USB connection. Before Installing PC-PJ Transfer Before connecting the camera and the computer, install the software application using the included PC-PJ Transfer CD.

  • Page 148: Installing The Pc-Pj Transfer Cd

    Uninstalling the Software Application • Windows: choose Start menu>All programs>PC-PJ Transfer>PC-PJ Transfer Uninstall. • Mac OS: open Applications and click Nikon Software>PC-PJ Transfer> PC-PJ Transfer Uninstaller. Note on Using the PC-PJ Transfer Log on to an account with administrator privileges when installing or uninstalling the PC-PJ Transfer.

  • Page 149: Projecting The Computer Display

    Projecting the Computer Display Projecting the Computer Display Before entering projector mode, display the setup menu with the camera and set USB in MTP/PTP Projector the Interface option (E 73) to Projector. • To display the setup menu, select the z tab (A 12) in the menu screen.
  • Page 150 • Windows: Choose Start menu > All Programs > PC-PJ Transfer > PC-PJ Transfer. • Mac OS: Open the Applications folder, open the Nikon Software > PC-PJ Transfer folders in that order, and then double-click the PC-PJ Transfer icon. Clicking the PC- PJ Transfer icon on the Dock will also start PC-PJ Transfer.

  • Page 151: Projecting Powerpoint Presentations

    “104” is the highest number in the names of existing subfolders. 2. “NIKON” cannot be used as the five-character single-byte alphabetic string. 3. The JPEG files can be projected in the same order as the slides in the PowerPoint presentation if their four-digit single-byte file numbers are placed in the same order.

  • Page 152: Editing Movies

    Editing Movies The desired portions of a recorded movie can be saved as a separate file (except movies recorded using p iFrame 540 (960×540) (E 58)). Play back the desired movie and pause playback (A 94). Press the multi selector J or K to choose L on the control panel, and press the k button.
  • Page 153 Editing Movies Select Yes and press the k button. • The edited movie is saved. Save OK? • To exit without saving, select No. Notes on Movie Editing • A movie that was created by editing cannot be trimmed again. To trim another area of the movie, select and edit the original movie.

  • Page 154: Smart Portrait Menu

    Smart Portrait Menu • See “Changing the Image Size (Image Mode)” (A 61) for information about Image mode. Skin Softening In the smart portrait mode screen M d button M F tab M Skin softening Enable skin softening. When the shutter is released, the camera detects one or more human faces (up to three), and processes the picture to soften facial skin tones before saving the picture.

  • Page 155: The Shooting Menu (For A (Auto) Mode)

    The Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode) • See “Changing the Image Size (Image Mode)” (A 61) for information about Image mode. White Balance (Adjusting Hue) In the A (auto) mode shooting screen M d button M A tab M White balance The color of light reflected from an object varies with the color of the light source.

  • Page 156: Preset Manual

    The Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode) Preset Manual The preset manual option is effective with mixed lighting or to compensate for light sources with a strong color cast when the desired effect has not been achieved with white balance settings like Auto and Incandescent (for example, to make pictures taken under a lamp with a red shade look as though they had been shot under white light).

  • Page 157: Continuous

    The Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode) Continuous In the A (auto) mode shooting screen M d button M A tab M Continuous Enable continuous shooting or BSS (best shot selector). Option Description U Single One picture is taken each time the shutter-release button is (default setting) pressed.
  • Page 158 The Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode) Notes on Continuous Shooting • When Continuous, BSS, or Multi-shot 16 is selected, flash is disabled. Focus, exposure, and white balance are fixed at the values determined with the first picture in each series. •...

  • Page 159: Iso Sensitivity

    The Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode) ISO Sensitivity In the A (auto) mode shooting screen M d button M A tab M ISO sensitivity The higher the sensitivity, the less light is needed to expose an picture, allowing capturing darker subjects. Also, a higher sensitivity allows higher shutter speeds, resulting in the picture with less camera shake and subject blur in comparison to the same subject taken under the same brightness.

  • Page 160: Af Area Mode

    The Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode) AF Area Mode In the A (auto) mode shooting screen M d button M A tab M AF area mode Use this option to determine how the camera selects the focus area for autofocus. Option Description When the camera detects a human...
  • Page 161 The Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode) Option Description Select one of 99 focus areas displayed Focus area in the monitor. This option is suited to situations in which the intended subject is relatively still and not positioned in the center of the frame. Press the multi selector H, I, J, or K to move the focus area to the position where you want to focus,...

  • Page 162: Using Subject Tracking

    The Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode) Using Subject Tracking In the A (auto) mode shooting screen M d button M A tab M AF area mode M Subject tracking Use this function to take pictures of moving subjects. When a subject is registered, the camera automatically moves the focus area to track the subject.

  • Page 163: Autofocus Mode

    The Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode) Autofocus Mode In the A (auto) mode shooting screen M d button M A tab M Autofocus mode Choose how the camera focuses. Option Description A Single AF The camera focuses when the shutter-release button is (default setting) pressed halfway.

  • Page 164: The Playback Menu

    The Playback Menu See “Editing Pictures (Still Pictures)” (E 10) for information about k Quick retouch, I D-Lighting, s Glamour retouch, p Filter effects and g Small picture. a Print Order (Creating a DPOF Print Order) c button (playback mode) M d button M Playback menu M a Print order When printing pictures stored on the memory card using any of the following methods, the Print order option in the playback menu is used to create digital “print orders”...
  • Page 165 The Playback Menu Choose pictures (up to 99) and the number of Print selection copies (up to nine) of each. • Press the multi selector J or K to select pictures, and press H or I to specify the number of copies to be printed.
  • Page 166 The Playback Menu Notes on Print Order When a print order is created in favorite pictures mode, auto sort mode or list by date mode, the screen shown below is displayed if pictures other than those in the selected album, or category, or taken on the selected shooting date, have been marked for printing.
  • Page 167 The Playback Menu Notes on Printing Shooting Date and Photo Information When the Date and Info options are enabled in the print order option, shooting date and photo information are printed on pictures when a DPOF-compatible (F 18) printer which supports printing of shooting date and photo information is used.

  • Page 168: Slide Show

    The Playback Menu b Slide Show c button (playback mode) M d button M Playback menu M b Slide show Play back pictures stored in the internal memory or on a memory card one by one in an automated “slide show.” Use the multi selector to choose Start and Slide show press the k button.

  • Page 169: Slide Show Options

    The Playback Menu Slide Show Options Choose Effects, Frame intvl, or Background music in step 1 under “b Slide Show” (E 50) to change each setting. Effects Select from Classic (default setting), Zoom, Fade in, Selective color, Random flow, or Frosted glass. Background music Select from Up-tempo, Moderate tempo, Slow tempo, or None (default setting).

  • Page 170: Protect

    The Playback Menu d Protect c button (playback mode) M d button M Playback menu M d Protect Protect selected pictures from accidental deletion. Select pictures to protect or cancel protection for previously protected pictures from the picture selection screen. See “Selecting Pictures” (E 53). Note that formatting the camera’s internal memory or the memory card will permanently delete protected files (E 71).

  • Page 171: Selecting Pictures

    The Playback Menu Selecting Pictures The picture selection screen like that shown at right is Protect displayed with the following operations: • Print order>Select images (E 46) • Protect (E 52) • Rotate image (E 54) Back • Copy>Selected images (E 57) •...

  • Page 172: Rotate Image

    The Playback Menu f Rotate Image c button (playback mode) M d button M Playback menu M f Rotate image Specify the orientation in which recorded pictures are displayed with playback. Still pictures can be rotated 90 degrees clockwise or 90 degrees counterclockwise. Pictures that were recorded in portrait (“tall”) orientation can be rotated up to 180 degrees in either direction.

  • Page 173: E Voice Memo

    The Playback Menu E Voice Memo c button (playback mode) M select a picture M d button M Playback menu M E Voice memo Use the camera’s built-in microphone to record voice memos for pictures. • When playing back an image with no voice memo attached, the screen changes to the recording screen.

  • Page 174: Deleting Voice Memos

    • If a voice memo already exists for the current picture, it must be deleted before a new voice memo can be recorded. • The COOLPIX S1200pj is not able to record a voice memo for pictures taken with another make or model of digital camera.

  • Page 175: Copy (Copy Between Internal Memory And Memory Card)

    The Playback Menu h Copy (Copy Between Internal Memory and Memory Card) c button (playback mode) M d button M Playback menu M h Copy Copy pictures between the internal memory and a memory card. Use the multi selector to select an option Copy from the copy screen and press the k button.

  • Page 176: The Movie Menu

    The Movie Menu Movie Options In the shooting screen M d button M D tab M Movie options Select the desired movie option for recording movies. Larger image sizes and faster movie bitrates mean greater image quality and larger movie file sizes. Option Description n HD 720p (1280×720)

  • Page 177: Movie Light

    The Movie Menu Movie Light In the shooting screen M d button M D tab M Movie light Enable or disable the movie light, which is used to illuminate dimly lit subjects when recording movies. Option Description Movie light will light during movie recording. Off (default setting) Movie light does not light.

  • Page 178: The Setup Menu

    The Setup Menu Welcome Screen d button M z tab M Welcome screen Choose whether or not a welcome screen is displayed when the camera is turned Option Description None (default The camera enters shooting or playback mode without displaying setting) the welcome screen.

  • Page 179: Time Zone And Date

    The Setup Menu Time Zone and Date d button M z tab M Time zone and date Set the camera clock. Option Description Set camera clock to current date and Date and time time. Use the multi selector to set the date and time in the displayed screen.

  • Page 180: Time Zone

    The Setup Menu Press K. Time zone • The time zone selection screen is displayed. London, Casablanca 1 5 / 1 1 / 2 0 1 1 1 5 :3 0 Home time zone Travel destination Press J or K to choose the travel destination 1 4 : 3 0 –...
  • Page 181 The Setup Menu Time Zones The camera supports the time zones listed below. For time zone not listed below, set the camera clock to local time from the Date and time option. UTC +/– Location UTC +/– Location –11 Midway, Samoa Madrid, Paris, Berlin –10 Hawaii, Tahiti...

  • Page 182: Monitor Settings

    The Setup Menu Monitor Settings d button M z tab M Monitor settings Set the options below. Option Description Choose information displayed in the monitor during shooting Photo info and playback mode. On (default setting): Picture is automatically displayed in the monitor immediately after it is taken and the monitor display Image review* returns to shooting mode.

  • Page 183: Projector Settings

    The Setup Menu Shooting mode Playback mode 1 5 / 1 1 / 2 0 1 1 1 5 : 3 0 1 5 / 1 1 / 2 0 1 1 1 5 : 3 0 0 0 0 4 . J P G 0 0 0 4 .

  • Page 184: Print Date (Imprinting Date And Time)

    The Setup Menu Print Date (Imprinting Date and Time) d button M z tab M Print date The shooting date and time can be imprinted on the pictures with shooting, allowing the information to be printed even from printers that do not support date printing (E 49).

  • Page 185: Vibration Reduction

    The Setup Menu Vibration Reduction d button M z tab M Vibration reduction Select the vibration reduction option for shooting. Vibration reduction reduces blur, caused by slight hand movement known as camera shake, which commonly occurs when shooting with telephoto zoom applied or at slow shutter speeds.

  • Page 186: Motion Detection

    The Setup Menu Motion Detection d button M z tab M Motion detection Enable motion detection to reduce the effects of subject movement and camera shake when shooting still pictures. Option Description When the camera detects subject movement or camera shake, the ISO sensitivity and shutter speed are automatically increased to reduce blurring.

  • Page 187: Af Assist

    The Setup Menu AF Assist d button M z tab M AF assist Enable or disable AF-assist illumination, which assists autofocus operation when the subject is poorly lit. Option Description AF-assist illumination is used to assist the focus operation when the subject is poorly lit. The illuminator has a range of about 4.5 m (14 ft) at the maximum wide-angle position and Auto (default setting) about 3.0 m (9 ft 10 in.) at the maximum telephoto position.

  • Page 188: Sound Settings

    The Setup Menu Sound Settings d button M z tab M Sound settings Adjust the following sound settings. Option Description Select On (default setting) or Off. When On is selected, a beep will sound once when operations are completed successfully, Button sound twice when the camera acquires focus on the subject, and three times when an error is detected.

  • Page 189: Format Memory/Format Card

    The Setup Menu Format Memory/Format Card d button M z tab M Format memory/Format card Use this option to format the internal memory or a memory card. Formatting the internal memory or memory cards permanently deletes all data. Data that has been deleted cannot be restored. Be sure to transfer important pictures to a computer before formatting.

  • Page 190: Language

    The Setup Menu Language d button M z tab M Language Choose one of 29 languages for display of camera menus and messages. Czech Russian Danish Romanian German Finnish (default setting) Swedish Spanish Vietnamese Greek Turkish French Ukrainian Indonesian Arabic Italian Simplified Chinese Hungarian...

  • Page 191: Interface

    The Setup Menu Interface d button M z tab M Interface Adjust settings necessary for connection to computer or television. Option Description Select the communication method used when the camera is connected to a computer or printer. • MTP/PTP(default setting): Select when transferring pictures from the camera to the computer (A 75), or when connecting the camera to the printer (A 72, E 23).
  • Page 192 • When the camera is connected to a computer, an application installed on the computer, such as Nikon Transfer 2, may start. If the camera was connected to the computer for the sole purpose of charging the battery, exit the application.

  • Page 193: Blink Warning

    The Setup Menu Blink Warning d button M z tab M Blink warning Specify whether or not the camera detects human subjects that have blinked when shooting with face detection (A 65) in the following modes. • When G (easy auto) mode is selected. •...
  • Page 194 The Setup Menu Operating the Blink Warning Screen When the Did someone blink? screen shown on the right is Did someone blink? displayed in the monitor, the operations described below are available. If no operations are performed within a few seconds, the camera automatically returns to shooting mode.

  • Page 195: Reset All

    The Setup Menu Reset All d button M z tab M Reset all When Yes is selected, the camera’s settings will be restored to their default values. Basic Shooting Functions Option Default value Flash mode (A 54) Auto Self-timer (A 56) Macro mode (A 57) Exposure compensation (A 58) Scene Mode...
  • Page 196 The Setup Menu Movie Menu Option Default value n HD 720p (1280×720) Movie options (E 58) Autofocus mode (E 58) Single AF Movie light (E 59) Wind noise reduction (E 59) Enhanced resolution (E 59) Auto Setup Menu Option Default value Welcome screen (E 60) None Photo info (E 64)

  • Page 197: Firmware Version

    The Setup Menu Others Option Default value Paper size (E 25, E 26) Default Slide show effects (E 51) Classic Back ground music for slide show (E 51) None Frame interval for slide show (E 51) • Choosing Reset all also clears the current file number (E 80) from memory. Numbering will continue from the lowest number available.

  • Page 198: Image/Sound File And Folder Names

    • Files are stored in folders named with a folder number followed by a five- character identifier: “P_” plus a three-digit sequential number for pictures taken in Panorama assist scene mode (e.g. “101P_001”; E 2) 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 199: Optional Accessories

    Optional Accessories Rechargeable Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL12 battery Charging AC 1, 2 Charging AC Adapter EH-69P Adapter Battery charger Battery Charger MH-65 AC Adapter EH-62F (connect as shown) AC adapter Be sure that the power connector cord has been properly aligned in power connector and battery chamber grooves before closing the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover.

  • Page 200: 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 Description Solution E 61 O (blinks) Clock not set. Set date and time. Battery exhausted. Charge or replace the battery.
  • Page 201 Format been formatted for use wish to keep before card? in COOLPIX S1200pj. formatting the memory card. Select Yes and press the k button to format the memory card. • Choose smaller image size.
  • Page 202 File cannot be viewed on File contains no COOLPIX S1200pj. View file image data. File not created with using a computer or the – COOLPIX S1200pj. devices used to create or edit This file cannot be this file.
  • Page 203 Turn camera off, remove and reinsert battery, and turn Error has occurred in System error camera on. If error persists, camera’s internal contact retailer or Nikon- circuitry. authorized service representative. Check printer. After solving the problem, select Resume Printer error: check Printer error.

  • Page 205: Technical Notes And Index

    Technical Notes and Index Maximizing Camera Life and Performance ....F 2 Memory Cards.......................F 4 Cleaning..........................F 5 Storage ..........................F 5 Troubleshooting............F 6 Specifications............... F 15 Supported Standards ....................F 18 Index ................F 19...

  • Page 206: Maximizing Camera Life And Performance

    Forcibly cutting power in these circumstances could result in loss of data or in damage to product memory or internal circuitry. Do Not Leave the Projector Cover Open When the COOLPIX S1200pj Is Not in Use The projected image may become faded or discolored if the projector window is exposed to direct...

  • Page 207: The Battery

    • Charge the battery indoors with an ambient temperature of 5°C to 35°C (41°F to 95°F) before use. • When charging the battery inserted into the COOLPIX S1200pj using the Charging AC Adapter EH-69P or a computer, the charge capacity may decrease at ambient temperatures 45 °C to 60 °C (113 °F to 140 °F).

  • Page 208: Memory Cards

    Maximizing Camera Life and Performance Memory Cards • Use only Secure Digital memory cards. See “Approved Memory Cards” (A 21) for more information about memory cards. • Be sure to follow the precautions described in the documentation included with the memory card. •...

  • Page 209: Cleaning

    • Pictures 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-authorized service representative.

  • Page 210: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting If the camera fails to function as expected, check the list of common problems below before consulting your retailer or Nikon-authorized service representative. Display, Settings and Power Supply Problem Cause/Solution • Confirm all connections. 100, E 73 • Off is selected for Charge by computer in the setup menu.
  • Page 211 Troubleshooting Problem Cause/Solution • Camera is off. • Battery is exhausted. • Standby mode for saving power. Press the power switch, shutter-release button, A button, c button, or b (e movie-record) button. • When flash lamp blinks red, wait until flash Monitor is blank.
  • Page 212 Turn the camera off, remove and replace the battery, then turn the camera on again. In the event of continued malfunction, contact your retailer or Nikon-authorized service 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 213 Troubleshooting Shooting Problem Cause/Solution • When camera is in playback mode, press the 6, 10 A button, shutter-release button, or b (e No picture taken when movie-record) button. • When menus are displayed, press the d shutter-release button is pressed. button.
  • Page 214 Troubleshooting Problem Cause/Solution 99, E 69 • Digital zoom is set to Off in the setup menu. • Digital zoom is not available in the following situations. - When Portrait, Night portrait, Night 40, 41, 45 Digital zoom cannot be landscape, or Pet portrait scene mode is used.
  • Page 215 Troubleshooting Problem Cause/Solution • The flash mode is set to W (off). • Flash window is blocked. • Subject is beyond flash range. Pictures are too dark • Adjust exposure compensation. 51, E 41 (underexposed). • Increase ISO sensitivity. • Subject is backlit. Select Backlighting scene 44, 55 mode or set the flash mode setting to X (fill flash).
  • Page 216 File cannot be played back. • Movies recorded by a camera other than the COOLPIX S1200pj cannot be played back. • Pictures taken with cameras other than COOLPIX S1200pj may not be enlarged. Cannot zoom in on picture.
  • Page 217 • Camera is not recognized by the computer. – connected. • Confirm system requirements. • Computer is not set to start Nikon Transfer 2 automatically. For more information on Nikon Transfer 2, refer to help information contained in ViewNX 2.
  • Page 218 Troubleshooting Problem Cause/Solution Paper size cannot be selected from the camera in the following situations, even when printing from a PictBridge-compatible printer: Cannot select paper size 72, E 25, • The printer does not support the paper size with camera. E 26 specified by the camera.

  • Page 219: Specifications

    Specifications Nikon COOLPIX S1200pj Digital Camera Type Compact digital camera Effective pixels 14.1 million Image sensor -in. type CCD; total pixels: approx. 14.48 million Lens 5× optical zoom, NIKKOR lens Focal length 5.0–25.0mm (angle of view equivalent to that of 28–140 mm...
  • Page 220 Specifications ISO sensitivity (Standard • ISO 80, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200, 6400 output sensitivity) • Auto (auto gain from ISO 80 to 800) • Fixed range auto (ISO 80 to 200, 80 to 400) Exposure Metering 256-segment matrix, center-weighted (digital zoom less than 2×), spot (digital zoom 2×...
  • Page 221 Specifications Supported languages Arabic, Chinese (Simplified and Traditional), Czech, Danish, Dutch, English, Finnish, French, German, Greek, Hindi, Hungarian, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Norwegian, Polish, Portuguese (European and Brazilian), Romanian, Russian, Spanish, Swedish, Thai, Turkish, Ukrainian, Vietnamese Power sources One Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL12 (included) AC Adapter EH-62F (available separately) Charging time Approx.

  • Page 222: Supported Standards

    For Argentina, Brazil, and Korea: Approx. 80 g (2.9 oz) 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. Supported Standards •...

  • Page 223: Index

    Index Symbols Auto flash 55 G Easy auto 22, 26, 38 Auto mode 50 Auto off 88, 100, E70 b Scene mode 39 Auto sort mode 70, E7 D Special effects mode 46 Autofocus 52, 57, 93, E45, E58 F Smart portrait mode 47 Autofocus mode 52, 93, E45, E58 A Auto mode 50 c Playback mode 32, 70...
  • Page 224 Index Cross screen E16 Focus 30, 52, E42 Cyanotype E16 Focus area 30 Focus indicator 8, 30 Date and time 24, E61 Focus lock 68 Folder names E80 Date format 24, E61 Food u 43 Daylight E37 Format 20, E71 Daylight saving time 25, 98, E62 Format memory 100, E71 Delete 34, 95, E56...
  • Page 225 Museum l 43 Quick retouch 71, E12 Night landscape j 42 Night portrait e 41 Rechargeable battery E81 Nikon Transfer 2 74 Rechargeable Li-ion battery 16, 18, E81 Number of exposures remaining 22, 62 Recording movies 90 Red-eye reduction 55...
  • Page 226 Index Skin softening 49, 67, E36 Welcome screen 98, E60 Slide show 71, 86, 88, E50 White balance 51, E37 Slow sync 55 Wide-angle 29 Small picture 71, E18 Wind noise reduction 8, 93, E59 Smart portrait menu 49, E36 Smart portrait mode 47 Zoom control 2, 6, 7, 29, 94 Smile timer 49, E36...
  • Page 227 Index...
  • Page 228 No reproduction in any form of this manual, in whole or in part (except for brief quotation in critical articles or reviews), may be made without written authorization from NIKON CORPORATION. YP1I02(11) 6MM14211-02...

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