Page 1 DIGITAL CAMERA User’s Manual...
Page 2: Trademark Information
• PictBridge is a trademark. • D-Lighting technology is provided by P Apical Limited. • 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.
Page 3 Introduction First Steps Basic Photography and Playback: Auto Mode High-sensitivity Shooting Mode Shooting Suited for the Scene More on Playback Movies Voice Recordings Connecting to Televisions, Computers and Printers Shooting, Playback and Setup Menus Technical Notes...
Page 4: 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 5 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 6 For Your Safety 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 7: Notices
Modifications The FCC requires the user to be notified that any changes or modifications made to this device that are not expressly approved by Nikon Corporation may void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Interface Cables Use the interface cables sold or provided by Nikon for your equipment.
Page 8 Notices Notice for customers in Canada CAUTION This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. ATTENTION Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada. Symbol for Separate Collection in European Countries This symbol indicates that this product is to be collected separately.
Page 9: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents For Your Safety ...ii WARNINGS ... ii Notices...v Introduction ...1 About This Manual ... 1 Information and Precautions... 2 Parts of the Camera... 4 The Camera Body ...4 The Monitor...6 Basic Operations... 8 The c (Shooting/Playback) Button...8 The e (Mode) Button ...8 The Rotary Multi Selector...9 The d Button...10...
Page 10 Table of Contents Macro Mode...31 Exposure Compensation ...32 B High-sensitivity Shooting Mode... 33 Shooting in the High-sensitivity Shooting Mode...33 C Shooting Suited for the Scene ... 34 Shooting in the Scene Mode ...34 Setting the Scene Mode...34 Features ...35 Taking Pictures for a Panorama ...40 c More on Playback ...
Page 11 E Voice Recordings ... 62 Making Voice Recordings...62 Playing Voice Recordings...64 Deleting Sound Files...65 Copying Voice Recordings...66 Connecting to Televisions, Computers and Printers ... 67 Connecting to a TV ...67 Connecting to a Computer...68 Before Connecting the Camera...68 Transferring Pictures from a Camera to a Computer ...69 Connecting to a Printer...72 Connecting the Camera and Printer...73 Printing Pictures One at a Time ...74...
Page 12 Table of Contents g Vibration Reduction ... 107 h AF Assist ... 108 u Digital Zoom ... 108 i Sound Settings ... 109 k Auto Off ... 109 l Format Memory/ m Format Card ... 110 n Language ... 111 o Video Mode ...
Page 13: Introduction
Introduction About This Manual Thank you for your purchase of a Nikon COOLPIX S510 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 14: 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 15 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 16: Parts Of The Camera
Parts of the Camera The Camera Body Shutter-release button...24 Power-on lamp ... 20, 109 Power switch...20 Speaker...50, 61, 64 Built-in flash...28 Eyelet for camera strap...11 Self-timer lamp...30, 118 AF-assist illuminator ... 25, 108, 118 Built-in microphone ...50, 55, 62 Lens ... 119, 129 Lens cover ...117 Lens cover closed...
Page 17 Monitor ...6 Rotary multi selector...9 e (mode) button ...8 Indicator lamp ...62 Flash lamp...29 Zoom buttons ...23 f : wide ...23 g : tele...23 h : thumbnail playback...43 i : playback zoom...45 j : help ...11 Tripod socket d button... 10, 34, 56, 81, 93 14 15 l (delete) button...
Page 18: The Monitor
Parts of the Camera The Monitor The following indicators may appear in the monitor during shooting and playback (actual display varies with current camera settings). Shooting Shooting mode ...20, 33, 34, 55 Exposure lock... 41 Macro mode... 31 Zoom indicator... 23, 31 Focus indicator ...
Page 19 Playback Date of recording ... 16 Time of recording... 16 Internal memory indicator... 26 Battery level indicator... 20 File number and type ... 116 Calendar/List by Date guide... 51, 52 Volume indicator... 50, 61, 64 Voice memo recording guide ... 50 Voice memo playback guide ...
Page 20: Basic Operations
Basic Operations The c (Shooting/Playback) Button The e (Mode) Button Shooting-mode Selection Menu Setup mode (A 98) Movie mode (A 55) Playback-mode Selection Menu Setup mode (A 98) Audio playback mode (A 64) Press c once in shooting mode to enter playback mode;...
Page 21: The Rotary Multi Selector
The Rotary Multi Selector This section describes standard uses of the rotary multi selector to select modes, select menu options and to apply selection. For Shooting Display m (flash mode) (A 28) menu. Display n (self-timer) (A 30) menu. Display p (macro mode) (A 31) menu. * Items can also be selected by pressing the rotary multi selector up or down.
Page 22: The D Button
Basic Operations The d Button Press d to display the menu for the selected mode. Use the rotary multi selector to navigate the menus (A 9). Displayed when there are one or more menu items to follow Displayed when AF area mode there are more previous menu items...
Page 23: Help Displays
Help Displays Press g (j) when M is displayed at the lower right of the menu screen to view a description of the currently selected menu option. To return to the original menu, press g (j) again. Attaching the Camera Strap Continuous Choose single frame, continuous mode, BSS (camera...
Page 24: First Steps
First Steps Charging the Battery The camera uses a Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL10 (supplied). Charge the battery with the Battery Charger MH-63 (supplied) before first use or when the battery is running low. Connect the power cable. Connect the power cable to the battery charger 1 and insert the wall plug into a power outlet 2.
Page 25 To power the camera continuously for extended periods, use an AC Adapter EH-62D (available separately from Nikon) Do not, under any circumstances, use another make or model of AC adapter. Failure to observe this precaution could result in overheating or in damage to the camera.
Page 26: Inserting The Battery
Inserting the Battery Insert a Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL10 (supplied) that has been fully charged, using the Battery Charger MH-63 (supplied), into your camera. 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 27: Removing The Battery
Inserting 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 . The battery can then be removed by hand •...
Page 28: 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 on. Press the power switch to turn on the camera. The power-on lamp will light and the monitor will turn Use the rotary multi selector to choose the desired language and press k.
Page 29 Select your home time zone (A 103) and press The [Date] menu is displayed. Edit the date. • Rotate the rotary multi selector, or press H or I, to edit the highlighted item. • Press K to move the cursor in the following order. D ->M ->Y ->Hour ->Minute ->D M Y •...
Page 30: Inserting Memory Cards
Inserting Memory Cards Pictures are stored in the camera’s internal memory (approximately 52 MB) or on removable Secure Digital (SD) memory cards (available separately) (A 115). 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 31: 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 S510, be sure to format them using this camera (A 110).
Page 32: A Basic Photography And Playback: Auto Mode
Basic Photography and Playback: Auto Mode Step 1 Turn the Camera On and Select A (Auto) Mode This section describes how to take pictures in A (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. The power-on lamp will light up, the lens will open and the monitor will turn on.
Page 33: Indicators Displayed In A (Auto) Mode
Indicators Displayed in A (Auto) Mode Shooting mode A displayed in A (auto) mode. Image mode Display image size and quality set in the image mode menu. The default setting is y Normal (3264 × 2448). Available Functions in A (Auto) Mode In A (auto) mode, macro mode (A 31) and exposure compensation (A 32) can be applied and pictures can be taken using the flash mode (A 28) and self-timer (A 30).
Page 34: 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. Place the flash upwards when shooting images in “tall” (portrait) orientation. Frame the picture.
Page 35: Using The Zoom
Using the Zoom Use the zoom buttons to activate optical zoom. Press f (h) to zoom out, increasing the area visible in the frame, or g (i) to zoom in so that the subject fills a larger area of the frame. When the camera is zoomed in to the maximum magnification (3×), holding down g (i) triggers digital zoom.
Page 36: Step 3 Focus And Shoot
Step 3 Focus and Shoot Press the shutter-release button halfway. When people's faces (front view) are recognized: Camera will focus on the face surrounded by a double border. - Once focus has been locked the double border will glow green. - When the camera is unable to focus, the double border will blink.
Page 37: During Recording
During Recording While pictures are being recorded, the O (wait) icon will be displayed and either the C icon or the X icon (when memory card is been used) 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 38: Step 4 Viewing And Deleting Pictures
Step 4 Viewing and Deleting Pictures Viewing Pictures (Playback Mode) Press c. The last picture taken will be displayed in full-frame playback mode. Use the rotary multi selector H, I, J or K to view additional pictures. Pictures may be displayed briefly at low resolution while being read from the memory card or internal memory.
Page 39 Playback Mode The following options are available in full-frame playback mode. Option Playback zoom View thumbnails Thumbnail Rotary Display Record/play voice memo Switch to shooting mode Power on by pressing If the button is pressed continuously while the power is OFF, the power will be switched ON and playback mode will be started up.
Page 40: Using The Flash
Using the Flash The flash has a range of 0.5-6.5 m (1.6-21.3 ft.) when the camera is zoomed out all the way. With maximum optical zoom applied, the range is 0.5-3.5 m (1.6-11.5 ft.) (when [ISO sensitivity] is set to [Auto]). The following flash modes are available. Auto (default setting for A (auto) mode) Flash fires automatically when lighting is poor.
Page 41 “red-eye.” If the camera detects “red- eye” after a picture is taken, Nikon’s own In-Camera Red Eye Fix processes the image as it is recorded. Therefore, there is a slight delay before the shutter-release button operates normally to take another picture.
Page 42: 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 (A 107) [Off] when using a tripod. Press n (self-timer). The self-timer menu is displayed.
Page 43: Macro Mode
Macro Mode Macro mode is used for taking pictures of objects as close as 15 cm (5.9 in.). Note that the flash may be unable to light entire subject at distances of less than 50 cm (19.7 in.). Press p (macro mode). The macro menu is displayed.
Page 44: 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 o (exposure compensation). The exposure compensation menu is displayed. Use the rotary multi selector to adjust exposure.
Page 45: B High-Sensitivity Shooting Mode
High-sensitivity Shooting Mode Shooting in the High-sensitivity Shooting Mode In high-sensitivity shooting mode, sensitivity is increased when 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 46: C Shooting Suited For The Scene
Shooting Suited for the Scene Shooting in the Scene Mode Camera settings are automatically optimized for the selected subject type. The following scene modes are available. b Portrait f Party/indoor c Landscape g Beach/snow d Sports h Sunset e Night portrait i Dusk/dawn Setting the Scene Mode Enter scene mode by pressing e...
Page 47: 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. • Focus will be set on people's faces if it recognizes people's faces (front view). See “Face Priority” (A 91) for more information. •...
Page 48 Shooting in the Scene Mode e Night portrait Use this mode to achieve a natural balance between the main subject and background lighting in portraits taken at night. • Focus will be set on people's faces if it recognizes people's faces (front view).
Page 49 h Sunset Preserves the deep hues seen in sunsets and sunrises. • Camera focuses at the center of the screen. Off* * Other settings can be selected. i Dusk/dawn Preserves the colors seen in the weak natural light before sunrise or after sunset. •...
Page 50 Shooting in the Scene Mode kClose up Photograph flowers, insects and other small objects at close range. • Macro mode (A 31) will be changed to [ON] and the zoom will automatically move to the closest possible shooting position. • The camera can focus at distances as close as 15 cm (5.9 in.) when the F glows green.
Page 51 m 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 (A 24) always lights; however, focus may not be set for near subjects, while the camera focuses at infinity.
Page 52: Taking Pictures For A Panorama
Shooting in the Scene Mode p Panorama assist Use when taking a series of pictures that will later be joined to form a single panorama using the supplied Panorama Maker software. * Other settings can be selected. Taking Pictures for a Panorama The camera focuses on the subject in the center of the frame.
Page 53 Shoot the first picture. The picture taken will be displayed in 1/3 of the monitor. Shoot 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 k when shooting is completed.
Page 54: More Information
Shooting in the Scene Mode Panorama Maker Install Panorama Maker from the supplied Software Suite (CD-ROM). Transfer pictures to a computer (A 68) and use Panorama Maker (A 71) to join them in a single panorama. More Information See, “Image/Sound File and Folder Names” (A 116) for more information.
Page 55: More On Playback
More on Playback Viewing Multiple Pictures: Thumbnail Playback Press f (h) in full-frame playback mode (A 26) to display pictures in “contact sheets” of thumbnail images. The following operations can be performed while thumbnails are displayed. Choose pictures Change number f (h) of pictures g (i)
Page 56: View By Rotating: Thumbnail Rotary Display
View by Rotating: Thumbnail Rotary Display Rotating the rotary multi selector while in full-frame playback (A 26) will switch to Thumbnail Rotary Display. Thumbnails will be shown on the right side of the monitor, and the selected thumbnail will be shown on the left side of the monitor.
Page 57: Taking A Closer Look: Playback Zoom
Taking a Closer Look: Playback Zoom Pressing g (i) during full-frame playback mode (A 26) 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 58: Editing Pictures
• The COOLPIX S510 editing functions are not available for pictures taken with non-COOLPIX S510 digital cameras. • If a copy created using the COOLPIX S510 is viewed on a different digital camera, the picture may not be displayed or may not be transferred to a computer.
Page 59: Enhancing Brightness And Contrast: D-Lighting
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 (A 26) or thumbnail (A 43) playback mode and press d.
Page 60: Creating A Cropped Copy: Crop
Editing Pictures Creating a Cropped Copy: Crop This function is only available when u is displayed in the monitor with playback zoom (A 45) enabled. Cropped copies are stored as separate files. Press g (i) in full-frame playback mode to zoom in on the image.
Page 61: Resizing Pictures: Small Picture
g 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 l 640×480 Suited to television playback. m 320×240 Suited to display on web pages.
Page 62: Voice Memos: Recording And Playback
• The COOLPIX S510 is not able to attach a voice memo to pictures recorded by other cameras. • When a picture with a voice memo attached is deleted, both the picture and its voice memo are deleted.
Page 63: 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. In full-frame playback mode, just as with playback mode, picture display can be enlarged, pictures can be edited, voice memos can be recorded or played back, and movies can be played back.
Page 64: Selecting A Date In List By Date Mode
Viewing Pictures by Date Selecting a Date in List by Date Mode Enter list by date mode by pressing e in playback mode, selecting C (use the rotary multi selector), and then pressing k. Dates for which pictures exist will be listed. Choose the desired date and press k.
Page 65: Using Calendar Mode And List By Date Mode
Using Calendar Mode and List by Date Mode The following operations are possible from the date selection screen. Select date Select month f (h) (calendar mode g (i) only) Switch to full-frame playback Delete picture View calendar or list by date menu View playback- mode menu Switch to shooting...
Page 66: Calendar And List By Date Menus
Viewing Pictures by Date Calendar and List by Date Menus Press d in either mode to display the following menus for only the pictures taken on the specified date. D-Lighting* Print set Slide show Delete Protect Small pic.* * During full-frame playback only When d is pressed in the date selection screen (A 51, 52), options can be applied to all pictures taken on the same date, or all pictures taken on the same date can be deleted.
Page 67: D 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 e in shooting mode, selecting D (use the rotary multi selector), and then pressing k. Exposure count display shows maximum total length of movie that can be recorded.
Page 68: The Movie Menu
The Movie Menu [Movie options] and [Auto-focus mode] (A 58) settings can be changed from the movie menu. Press d in movie mode to display the movie menu and use the rotary multi selector to modify and apply settings. Selecting Movie Options The movie menu offers the options shown below.
Page 69 Movie Options and Maximum Movie Length and Frames Option J TV movie 640P (default setting) L Small size 320P D Small size 320 M Smaller size 160 N Time-lapse movieP O Stop-motion movie * Movies can be as long as free space in the internal memory or on the memory card allows. All figures are approximate.
Page 70: Auto-Focus Mode
The Movie Menu Auto-focus Mode Choose how the camera focuses in movie mode. Option A Single AF Camera focuses when shutter-release button is pressed halfway (default setting) and locks at this position during shooting. Camera focuses continuously until focus is acquired and locked. B Full-time AF To prevent sound of camera focusing from interfering with recording, use of [Single AF] is recommended.
Page 71: Time-Lapse Movies
Time-Lapse Movies Record flowers opening or butterflies emerging from cocoons. Use the rotary multi selector to choose [Movie options] from the movie menu and press k. Choose [Time-lapse movieP] and press k. Choose the interval between shots and press Choose from intervals between 30 seconds and 60 minutes.
Page 72: Stop-Motion Movies
The Movie Menu Stop-Motion Movies Take a number of still pictures, at no specified interval, and join them for recording as a movie. Use to create a movie that simulates claymation. Use the rotary multi selector to choose [Movie options] > [Stop-motion movie] and press k. Choose [Playback speed] and press k.
Page 73: Movie Playback
Movie Playback In full-frame playback mode (A 26), movies are recognized by the movie mode. To play a movie, display it in full-frame playback mode and press k. The icon used for movie mode will be different according to the movie settings (A 56) during shooting.
Page 74: E 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 e in shooting mode, selecting E (use the rotary multi selector), and then pressing k. The length of recording that can be made will be displayed.
Page 75 Operations During Recording Pause indicator File number Length of recording Progress indicator Press Reactivate the monitor Pause/resume recording Create index* End recording * The copied files can be played back using QuickTime or any other WAV-compatible audio player. Note that index points created with the camera cannot be used when voice recordings are played back on computers.
Page 76: Playing Voice Recordings
Playing Voice Recordings Enter audio playback mode by pressing e in playback mode, selecting E (use the rotary multi selector), and then pressing k. Voice recordings can also be played back by pressing c in voice recording mode (A 62) to display the select sound file screen.
Page 77: Deleting Sound Files
Operations During Playback Control icons File number Playback time Progress indicator Index Use the zoom buttons to adjust playback volume. Playback controls appear at the top of the monitor. Press the rotary multi selector J or K to choose a control, then press k to perform the selected operation. The following operations are available.
Page 78: Copying Voice Recordings
Copying starts. Voice Recordings The COOLPIX S510 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 E is selected (A 64, step 1), the message [No sound file.] will be displayed.
Page 79: 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 cable (AV cable) to play back pictures on the television. Turn off the camera. Connect the camera to the TV using the supplied AV cable. Connect the yellow plug to the video-in jack on the TV, and the white plug to the audio- in jack.
Page 80: Connecting To A Computer
If the AC adapter EH-62D that is sold separately is used, COOLPIX S510 can be charged using the home electrical outlet. Do not use any other AC adapters as it will cause the camera to heat up or...
Page 81: Transferring Pictures From A Camera To A Computer
[Always use this program for this action.] (Windows XP). Nikon Transfer will start. Mac OS X Nikon Transfer will start automatically if [Yes] was selected in the Auto-Launch setting dialog when Nikon Transfer was first installed. Connecting the USB Cable When connecting the USB cable, be sure that the connectors are oriented correctly.
Page 82 Connecting to a Computer 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.
Page 83 Using Standard OS Operations to Open Camera 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 84: Connecting To A Printer
If the AC adapter EH-62D that is sold separately is used, COOLPIX S510 can be charged using the home electrical outlet. Do not use any other AC adapters as it will cause the camera to heat up or malfunction.
Page 85: Connecting The Camera And 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 USB cable. Turn on the camera. When connected correctly, the PictBridge startup screen 1 will be displayed in the camera monitor. Then the print selection screen will be displayed 2.
Page 86: Printing Pictures One At A Time
Connecting to a Printer Printing Pictures One at a Time After connecting the camera to the printer correctly (A 73), print pictures by following the procedure below. Use the rotary multi selector to choose the desired picture and press k. Press f (h) to display 12 thumbnails, and g (i) to switch back to full-frame playback.
Page 87: Printing Multiple Pictures
Choose [Start print] and press k. Printing starts. Monitor display returns to that shown in step 1 when printing is complete. To cancel before all copies have been printed, press k. Printing Multiple Pictures After connecting the camera to the printer correctly (A 73), print pictures by following the procedure below.
Page 88 Connecting to a Printer Choose [Print selection], [Print all images] or [DPOF printing] and press k. Print selection Choose the pictures and number of copies (up to nine) of each. Rotate the rotary multi selector to select pictures, and press H or I to set the number of copies for each.
Page 89 DPOF printing Print pictures for which a print order was created in [Print set] (A 78). • The menu shown at right will be displayed. • To print, choose [Start print] and press k. • Choose [Cancel] and press k to return to the print menu.
Page 90: 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 (A 132). In addition to pictures themselves, shooting date and photo information (shutter speed, aperture, etc.) can also be printed.
Page 91 Choose whether or not to also print shooting date and photo information. Choose [Date] and press k to print date of recording on all pictures in the print order. Choose [Info] and press k to print shutter speed and aperture on all pictures in the print order. Note that photo information cannot be printed with pictures when pictures are printed via direct connection of the camera to a printer.
Page 92: 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 Change settings for Continuous or BSS (best shot selector). ISO sensitivity Control camera’s sensitivity to light.
Page 93: Displaying The Shooting Menu And High-Sensitivity Menu
Displaying the Shooting Menu and High-sensitivity Menu Enter A (auto) or high-sensitivity shooting mode by pressing e in shooting mode, selecting A (auto) or B (high-sensitivity), and then pressing k. Press d to display the shooting menu or high-sensitivity menu. Shooting •...
Page 94: A Image Mode
Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu A 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. Before shooting, choose an image mode according to how you plan to use the picture.
Page 95 Number of Exposures Remaining The following table lists the approximate number of pictures that can be stored in internal memory and on a 256 MB memory card. Note that the number of pictures that can be stored will differ depending on the composition of the picture (due to JPEG compression). In addition, this number may differ depending on the make of memory card, even if the capacity for the memory card is the same.
Page 96: B White Balance
Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu B 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 97: Preset Manual
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 98: C Continuous
Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu C Continuous Change settings to Continuous or BSS (best shot selector). Flash will be switched off for [Continuous], [BSS] or [Multi-shot 16] fixed at the values for the first picture in each series. Single (default setting) One shot is taken each time shutter-release button is pressed.
Page 99: Interval Timer Photography
Interval Timer Photography Pictures are taken automatically at specified intervals. Choose from intervals between 30 seconds and 60 minutes. Use the rotary multi selector to choose [Intvl timer shooting] in the [Continuous] menu, and press k. Choose interval between shots and press k. Press d.
Page 100: E Iso Sensitivity
Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu E 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 101: G Af Area Mode
G AF Area Mode Use this option to determine where the camera focuses. When digital zoom is in effect, focus will be on the center of the screen regardless of the settings used. Face priority (default setting) When the camera recognizes a face (front view), the camera will focus on that face.
Page 102 Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu Center Camera focuses on subject in center of frame. Center focus area is used. Focus Lock To focus on off-center subjects when [Center] is selected for [AF area mode], use focus lock as described below. Position the subject in the center of the frame.
Page 103: Face Priority
Face Priority Face Priority will take effect when AF area mode is set to [Face priority], or when Scene mode is set to [Portrait] or [Night portrait]. The camera will automatically recognize human faces that are facing the camera and set focus on the faces. Frame a picture When the camera recognizes a face (front view), that face will be framed by a yellow double border.
Page 104: Restrictions On Camera Settings
Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu Restrictions on Camera Settings Restrictions apply to the following settings in A (auto) mode. Flash mode Flash turns off at [Continuous] settings of [Continuous], [BSS] or [Multi-shot 16]. Applied setting is restored when [Single] or [Intvl timer shooting] is selected. Self-timer If self-timer is on, only one shot will be taken when shutter is released, regardless of settings chosen for [Continuous].
Page 105: Playback Options: The Playback Menu
Playback Options: The Playback Menu The playback menu contains the following options. D-Lighting Enhances brightness and contrast in dark portions of pictures. 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 106: Selecting Multiple Pictures
Playback Options: The Playback Menu Selecting Multiple Pictures The screen shown at right will be displayed in the menus (shown below) when choosing pictures. Playback menu: Print set (A 78), Delete (A 96), Protect (A 96), Picture Copy (A 97) Setup menu: Welcome screen (A 100) Follow the procedure described below to choose the pictures.
Page 107: Slide Show
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 rotary multi selector to choose [Start] and press k. To change the interval between pictures, choose [Frame intvl], select the desired interval time, and press k before choosing [Start].
Page 108: Delete
Playback Options: The Playback Menu c Delete Delete selected pictures or all pictures. Erase selected images Delete selected pictures (A 94). Erase all images Delete all pictures. Notes on Deletion • Once deleted, pictures cannot be recovered. Transfer important images to a computer before deletion.
Page 109: Copy
h Copy Copy pictures between the internal memory and a memory card. Select an option from the copy screen using the rotary multi selector and press k. q: Copy pictures from internal memory to memory card. r: Copy pictures from memory card to internal memory.
Page 110: 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 111: Displaying The Setup Menu
Displaying the Setup Menu First, display the playback-mode or shooting-mode selection menu by pressing e. Then select F (use the rotary multi selector), and press k. Set up • Use the rotary multi selector to choose and apply settings (A 9). •...
Page 112: Welcome Screen
Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu c Welcome Screen You can select the welcome screen to be displayed when the camera is turned on. Disable welcome (default setting) No welcome screen will be displayed. COOLPIX Displays a welcome screen Select an image Select a picture in the internal memory or on the memory card for the welcome screen.
Page 113: Date
d 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” (A 16) for more information. Time zone w (home time zone) can be specified and daylight saving enabled or disabled from [Time zone] options.
Page 114 Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu Press K. The new city time zone menu is displayed. Choose the travel destination time zone and press k. The setting is enabled. While the travel destination time zone is selected, the x icon will be displayed in the monitor when the camera is in shooting mode.
Page 115 Time Zones (A 17) The camera supports the time zones listed below. Increments of less than one hour are not supported; when travelling to or from destinations at half- or quarter-hour increments from Greenwich Mean Time (GMT), such as Afghanistan, Central Australia, India, Iran, Nepal or Newfoundland, set the camera clock to local time.
Page 116: Monitor Settings
Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu e 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. The default setting is [3]. Photo Info The following display options are available.
Page 117: 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 (A 132). 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 118 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. Stored dates Up to three dates can be stored.
Page 119: Vibration Reduction
g 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 vibration reduction is enabled, the current setting is displayed in the monitor during shooting (when [Off] is selected, an icon for the current setting is not displayed in the monitor) (A 6).
Page 120: Af Assist
Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu h AF Assist Change settings for AF-assist illumination. Auto (default setting) AF-assist illumination will be used to assist the focus operation when the subject is poorly lit. Note that for some scene modes, AF-assist illumination turns off automatically.
Page 121: Sound Settings
i Sound Settings Adjust the following sound settings. Button sound Turn button sound [On] or [Off]. When [On] (default setting) is selected, a beep will sound once when operations are completed successfully, two times when focus has been locked, and three times when an error is detected , and welcome sound.
Page 122: Format Memory/M Format Card
• Do not turn the camera off, disconnect the AC adapter, or open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover during formatting. • The first time you insert the memory cards used in other devices into the COOLPIX S510, be sure to format them using this camera.
Page 123: Language
n 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 o Video Mode Adjust settings for connection to a television. Choose from [NTSC] and [PAL]. Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu Polish Portuguese...
Page 124: Reset All
Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu p Reset All When [Reset] is selected, the camera’s settings will be restored to their default values. Pop-up Menu Option Flash mode (A 28) Self-timer (A 30) Macro mode (A 31) Exposure compensation (A 32) Scene Mode Option Scene menu (A 34)
Page 125: Setup Menu
Setup Menu Option Menus (A 99) Welcome screen (A 100) Photo info (A 104) Brightness (A 104) Date imprint (A 105) Vibration reduction (A 107) AF assist (A 108) Digital zoom (A 108) Button sound (A 109) Shutter sound (A 109) Auto off (A 109) Others Option...
Page 126: Firmware Version
Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu r Firmware Version View the current camera firmware version. COOLPIX S510 Ver. X.X Back Firmware version...
Page 127: Technical Notes
USB Cable AV Cable Approved Memory Cards The following memory cards have been tested and approved for use in the COOLPIX S510. 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 128: Image/Sound File And Folder Names
(e.g. “101P_001”; A 40), “INTVL” for interval timer photography (e.g. “101INTVL”; A 87), “SOUND” for voice recordings (e.g. “101SOUND”; A 62), 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 129: 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 130: The Battery
Caring for the Camera The Self-timer Lamp/AF-assist Illuminator LED The light-emitting diode (LED; A 4, 30, 108) 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. Do not continue charging once the battery is fully charged, as this will result in reduced battery performance.
Page 131: Cleaning
Some smear may appear in movies. • Images in the monitor may be difficult to see under bright lighting. • The monitor is lit by an LED backlight. Should the monitor begin to dim or flicker, contact your Nikon-authorized service representative. Caring for the Camera...
Page 132: Error Messages
• Confirm that memory Choose [Yes] and press k Memory card has not been formatted for use in to format card, or turn COOLPIX S510. camera off and replace card. Memory card is full. • Choose smaller image • Delete pictures or sound •...
Page 133 Display Error occurred while recording picture. Image cannot be saved. Camera has run out of file numbers. Picture cannot be used for welcome screen. Cannot copy picture. Camera has run out of file Sound file cannot be numbers. saved. Cannot edit selected Image can not be picture.
Page 134 Disable protection. Destination in same time zone as home. Lens error. Turn camera off and then on again. If error persists, contact retailer or Nikon- authorized service representative. USB cable disconnected If Nikon Transfer displays during transfer or printing. error, click [OK] to exit.
Page 135 Display Paper has jammed in the Printer error: paper printer. No paper is loaded in Printer error: out of printer. paper Ink error. Printer error: check ink Ink cartridge is empty. Printer error: out of ink An error caused by the Printer error: file image file has occurred.
Page 136: 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. Refer to the page numbers in the right-most column for more information. Display, Settings and Power Supply...
Page 137 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 138 Troubleshooting Problem Digital zoom cannot be used. [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).
Page 139 Problem Pictures are too bright (overexposed). Unexpected results when flash set to V (auto with red-eye reduction). 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. Cause/Solution Adjust exposure compensation.
Page 140 Professional, the camera will not be able to connect. • Camera is not recognized by the computer. • Computer is not set to launch Nikon Transfer automatically. Memory card contains no pictures. Replace memory card. Remove memory card to print pictures from internal memory.
Page 141: Specifications
Specifications Nikon COOLPIX S510 Digital Camera Type Compact digital camera Effective pixels 8.1 million Image sensor Lens 3× Zoom-Nikkor lens Focal length 5.7-17.1 mm (equivalent with 35 mm [135] format picture angle: 35-105 mm) f/-number f/2.8-4.7 Construction 5 elements in 5 groups...
Page 142 Specifications ISO sensitivity (Standard output sensitivity) Exposure Metering Exposure control Range (ISO 100) Shutter Speed Aperture Range Self-timer Built-in flash Range (approx.) (ISO sensitivity: [Auto]) Flash control Interface Data Transfer Protocol MTP, PTP Video output I/O terminal Supported languages Power sources Battery life Dimensions (W ×...
Page 143: Battery Charger Mh
(W × H × D) Weight Specifications Nikon will not be held liable for any errors this manual may contain. The appearance of this product and its specifications are subject to change without notice. Rechargeable lithium-ion battery 3.7 V DC, 740 mAh 0 to 40 °C (32 to 104 °F)
Page 144: 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 145: Index
Index Symbols R 41 h (f) button 5, 23, 31, 43, 45, 50, 53 i (g) button 5, 23, 31, 43, 45, 50, 53 j (g) button 5, 11 k (apply selection) button 5, 9 E Audio playback mode 64 A Auto mode 20 B Calender mode 51 l (delete) button 5, 26, 27, 50, 61, 65...
Page 146 Index D-Lighting 46, 47 DPOF 132 DPOF print 77 DSCN 116 Dusk/dawn i 37 EN-EL10 12, 14 Exposure compensation 32 Extension 116 Eyelet for camera strap 4 Face priority 89 File names 116 Fill flash 28 Fireworks show m 39 Firmware version 114 Flash 28, 29 Flash lamp 5, 29...
Page 147 Playback menu 93 Playback-mode Selection menu 8 Playing voice recordings 64 Power 16, 20 Power switch 4, 20 Power-on lamp 4, 20 Preset manual 85 Print 74, 75, 78 Print Set 79 Print set 78 Print Set (Date) 79 Printer 72 Protect 96 Quick Playback Zoom 44, 45 Rechargable battery 115...
Page 148 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. Printed in Japan FX7G01(11) 6MA32011-01...

Nikon Coolpix S510 User Manual

For Your Safety

Notices

Introduction

First Steps

A Basic Photography and Playback: Auto Mode

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B High-Sensitivity Shooting Mode

C Shooting Suited for the Scene

More on Playback

D Movies

E Voice Recordings

Connecting to Televisions, Computers and Printers

Shooting, Playback and Setup Menus

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Technical Notes

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