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Nikon COOLPIX P340 Quick Start Manual

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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Quick Start Guide Confirming the Package Contents First Steps Shooting and Playback Using ViewNX 2 Other Functions For Your Safety...
  • Page 2 Search Nikon's continuously updated Knowledge Database for the latest technical support information. Use “Ask Nikon a Question” to receive a prompt reply from a Nikon professional advisor to your e-mail. Download the latest versions of Nikon software or firmware updates for your product, or register to receive e-mail notification for software or firmware updates.

  • Page 3: Confirming The Package Contents

    Confirming the Package Contents In the event that any items are missing, please contact the store where you purchased the camera. COOLPIX P340 Camera Strap Rechargeable Li-ion Battery Digital Camera EN-EL12 Charging AC Adapter USB Cable UC-E21 ViewNX 2 CD...

  • Page 4: Parts Of The Camera

    Parts of the Camera 16 17 Zoom control Monitor f : wide-angle k (apply selection) button g : telephoto Rotary multi selector h : thumbnail playback (multi selector) i : playback zoom c (playback) button j : help b (e movie-record) button Command dial Charge lamp Shutter-release button...

  • Page 5: First Steps

    First Steps Attaching the Camera Strap Step * Pass the strap through either the left or right strap eyelet and attach the strap. Insert the Battery and the Memory Card Step .1 Open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover. First Steps...
  • Page 6 .2 Insert the battery. Battery latch Push the orange battery latch in the direction indicated by the arrow (1), and fully insert the battery (2). The battery locks into place when inserted correctly. Be Careful to Insert the Battery in Correct Direction Inserting the battery upside down or backwards could damage the camera.
  • Page 7 .4 Close the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover. Removing the Battery and the Memory Card Turn the camera off and make sure that the power-on lamp and the monitor have turned off, and then open the battery-chamber/ memory card slot cover. High Temperature Caution The camera, battery, and memory card may be hot immediately after using the camera.

  • Page 8: Charge The Battery

    Charge the Battery Step .1 Prepare the included charging AC adapter. If a plug adapter* is included with your camera, attach the plug adapter to the plug on the charging AC adapter. Push the plug adapter firmly until it is securely held in place.

  • Page 9: Turn The Camera On

    .3 Disconnect the charging AC adapter from the electrical outlet and then disconnect the USB cable. Turning On the Camera While the Battery is Charging The camera does not turn on while the charging AC adapter is connected to it even when you press the power switch. Press and hold the c (playback) button to turn on the camera in playback mode and play back images.

  • Page 10: And Time

    Setting the Display Language, Date, Step and Time When the camera is turned on for the first time, the language-selection screen and the date and time setting screen for the camera clock are displayed. Use the rotary multi selector to select the settings. If you exit without setting the date and time, O will flash when the shooting screen is displayed.
  • Page 11 .2 Select Yes and press the k button. Time zone and date Choose time zone and set date and time? Cancel .3 Select your home time zone and press the k New York Toronto button. Lima To enable daylight saving time, press H.
  • Page 12 .5 Set the date and time, and press the Date and time k button. Select a field: Press JK (changes 05 15 2014 between M, D, Y, h, and m). Edit the date and time: Press HI. Edit Date and time can also be changed by rotating the multi selector or command dial.

  • Page 13: Shooting And Playback

    Shooting and Playback Rotate the Mode Dial and Align the A Step (auto) Icon to the Mark Check the Battery Level and the Number Step of Exposures Remaining Number of exposures 25m 0s 25m 0s 25m 0s remaining* Battery level indicator 1/250 1/250 F5.6...
  • Page 14 Built-in Flash In situations where a flash is needed, such as in dark locations or when the subject is backlit, lower the K (flash pop-up) control to raise the flash. When not using the flash, gently push to lower the flash until it clicks shut. Frame a Picture Step .1 Hold the camera steady.

  • Page 15: Focus And Shoot

    Using the Zoom Zoom out Zoom in To zoom in closer to the subject: Move toward g (telephoto) To zoom out and view a larger area: Move toward f (wide-angle) Rotating the zoom control all the way in either direction adjusts the zoom quickly. Focus and shoot Step .1 Press the shutter-release...

  • Page 16: Play Back Images

    The Flash Lamp The status of the flash can be confirmed by pressing the shutter-release button halfway. On: The flash fires when you press the shutter- release button all the way down. Flashing: The flash is charging. The camera cannot shoot images. Off: The flash does not fire when an image is taken.
  • Page 17 .2 Use the multi selector to select an Display the previous image image to display. Press and hold down HIJK to scroll through the images quickly. Images can also be selected by rotating the multi selector. To return to shooting mode, press the c button or shutter-release button.

  • Page 18: Delete Images

    Delete Images Step .1 Press the l button to delete 4/132 4/132 the image currently displayed in the monitor. 0112. JPG 0112. JPG 05/15/2014 15:30 05/15/2014 15:30 .2 Use the multi selector HI to select the desired deletion method and Delete press the k button.
  • Page 19 Installing ViewNX 2 Step Compatible Operating Systems Windows Windows 8.1, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows XP OS X 10.9, 10.8, 10.7 Refer to the Nikon website for details on system requirements, including the latest information on operating system compatibility. Using ViewNX 2...

  • Page 20: Using Viewnx

    .1 Start the computer and insert the ViewNX 2 CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive. Windows: If instructions for operating the CD-ROM are displayed in the window, follow the instructions to proceed to the installation window. Mac: When the ViewNX 2 window is displayed, double-click the Welcome icon.
  • Page 21 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 Panorama Maker (for creating a single panorama image of a landscape, etc.

  • Page 22: Transferring Images To The Computer

    Transferring Images to the Computer Step .1 Choose how images will be copied to the computer. Choose one of the following methods: Direct USB connection: Turn the camera off and ensure that the memory card is inserted in the camera. Connect the camera to the computer using the USB cable.
  • Page 23 2 Double-click Import File. If the memory card contains a large number of images, it may take a while for Nikon Transfer 2 to start. Wait until Nikon Transfer 2 starts. Connecting the USB Cable The connection may not be recognized if the camera is connected to the computer via a USB hub.

  • Page 24: Viewing Images

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

  • Page 25: Other Functions

    Other Functions Functions That Can Be Set Using the Multi Selector Press the multi selector H (m), J (n), I (D), or K (o) while shooting to operate the following functions. Function Description The flash mode can be set when the flash is 1 m Flash mode raised.

  • Page 26: Selecting A Shooting Mode

    Selecting a Shooting Mode When the mode dial is rotated next to the mark, the camera switches to the corresponding shooting mode shown below. Auto mode A Auto mode Used for general shooting. y (Scene) mode Camera settings are optimized according to the scene that you select.

  • Page 27: Recording Movies

    i (User settings) mode Setting combinations that are frequently used for shooting can be saved. The saved settings can be immediately retrieved for shooting simply by rotating the mode dial to i. Recording Movies Movies can be recorded in any shooting mode.

  • Page 28: Release Button

    Using Menus (the d Button) Use the multi selector and k button to navigate the menus. Press the d button. The menu that matches the status of the camera, such as shooting or playback menu, is displayed. Unavailable menu items are displayed in gray and cannot be selected.
  • Page 29 Switching Among Menu Tabs To display a different menu, such as the setup menu, use the multi selector to switch to another tab. Tabs Shooting menu Set up Shooting menu Welcome screen Image quality Image quality Image size Image size Time zone and date Picture Control Picture Control...
  • Page 30 Tab Types For Shooting For Playback Playback menu Shooting menu Quick retouch Image quality D-Lighting Image size Skin softening Picture Control Filter effects Custom Picture Control Print order White balance Slide show Metering Protect Continuous A tab: Displays the settings available for the current shooting mode.

  • Page 31: Playback Mode

    Playback Mode The following options can be performed in full-frame playback mode. Control Name Main Functions Move toward g (i) to zoom in on the image, and move toward f (h) to display images as thumbnails or the Zoom control calendar.
  • Page 32 Control Name Main Functions Switch the magnification of an enlarged Command dial image. d (menu) Display and hide the menu. button l (delete) Delete images. button Other Functions...

  • Page 33: For Your Safety

    Repairs should be performed only by qualified technicians. Should the camera or charging AC adapter break open as the result of a fall or other accident, take the product to a Nikon- authorized service representative for inspection, after unplugging the product and/or removing the battery.
  • Page 34 Failure to observe this precaution could cause damage or fire. Use the appropriate power supply (battery, charging AC adapter, AC adapter, USB cable) Using a power supply other than those provided or sold by Nikon could result in damage or malfunction. Observe caution when handling the battery The battery may leak, overheat, or explode if improperly handled.
  • Page 35 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 36 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 37 Turn the power off when using inside an airplane or the hospital Turn the power off while inside the airplane during take off or landing. Do not use wireless network functions while in the air. Follow the instructions of the hospital when using while in a hospital. The electromagnetic waves emitted by this camera may disrupt the electronic systems of the airplane or the instruments of the hospital.
  • Page 38 Notices Notices for Customers in the U.S.A. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS - SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. DANGER - TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, CAREFULLY FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS For connection to a supply not in the U.S.A., use an attachment plug adapter of the proper configuration for the power outlet if needed.
  • Page 39 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. Using other interface cables may exceed the limits of Class B Part 15 of the FCC Rules.

  • Page 40: Caring For The Camera

    Caring for the Camera To ensure continued enjoyment of this Nikon product, observe the precautions described below in addition to the warnings in “For Your Safety” (A33-37) when using or storing the device. Do Not Drop The product may malfunction if subjected to strong shock or vibration.
  • Page 41 The monitor is lit by an LED backlight. Should the monitor begin to dim or flicker, contact your Nikon-authorized service representative. About the Manuals Nikon will not be held liable for any damages resulting from the use of this product. Before Taking Important Pictures...
  • Page 42 Disposing of Data Storage Devices Please note that deleting images or formatting data storage devices such as memory cards or built-in camera memory does not completely erase the original image data. Deleted files can sometimes be recovered from discarded storage devices using commercially available software, potentially resulting in the malicious use of personal image data.
  • Page 43 (products purchased in the EU or EFTA can be used anywhere within the EU and EFTA). Nikon does not accept liability for use in other countries. Users who are unsure as to the original country of sale should consult with their local Nikon service center or Nikon-authorized service representative.
  • Page 44 COOLPIX P340, which is equipped with a LBWA1ZZYM6 (FCC ID:VPYLBYM / IC ID:772C-LBYM) Wireless LAN Module, has been tested and found to comply with FCC/IC radiation exposure limits set forth for...
  • Page 45 Precautions when Using Radio Transmissions Always keep in mind that radio transmission or reception of data is subject to interception by third parties. Note that Nikon is not responsible for data or information leaks that may occur during data transfer.
  • Page 46 AVC Patent Portfolio License This product is licensed under the AVC Patent Portfolio License for the personal and non-commercial use of a consumer to (i) encode video in compliance with the AVC standard (“AVC video”) and/or (ii) decode AVC video that was encoded by a consumer engaged in a personal and non- commercial activity and/or was obtained from a video provider licensed to provide AVC video.

  • Page 47: Trademark Information

    Wi-Fi Alliance. Android and Google Play are trademarks or registered trademarks of Google, Inc. All other trade names mentioned in this manual or the other documentation provided with your Nikon product are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. Notices...
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