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Nikon COOLPIX S810c Quick Start Manual

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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Quick Start Guide Confirming the Package Contents Basic Operations First Steps Shooting and Playback Adding Comments to Images Sharing Images 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

    NOTE: A microSDHC/microSDXC memory card, hereafter referred to as a “memory card”, is not provided. Downloading the “Reference Manual” Refer to the COOLPIX S810c Reference Manual (PDF format) for more detailed information. The Reference Manual can be downloaded from the Nikon website.

  • Page 4: Basic Operations

    Basic Operations Parts of the Camera V (back) button Power switch/power-on lamp Zoom control Battery-chamber cover Shutter-release button Monitor/touch panel d (menu) button Headset connector W (home) button Memory card slot cover USB connector cover Basic Operations...

  • Page 5: Using The Camera Buttons

    Using the Camera Buttons Use the method described below. d (menu) button Press the d button to display menus. The shooting menu or playback menu is displayed when using the camera, and the option menu is displayed when using Android™ OS. Tap a menu option to select it.

  • Page 6: Operating The Touch Panel

    Operating the Touch Panel The monitor on this camera is a touch panel display. Use the methods described below. Tapping Tap the touch panel. Use this operation to select a setting icon or image. The shutter can also be released by tapping the monitor.

  • Page 7: Entering Text

    Entering Text Enter text using the on-screen keyboard. Using the Keyboard Tap the on-screen keyboard to enter text. The keyboard is displayed whenever you tap a text input area such as the search box. Press the V button to hide the on-screen keyboard.

  • Page 8: Other Keyboard Operations

    Other Keyboard Operations Tap the keys listed below to perform operations such as changing character types, deleting text, and inserting a space. Description Switches the keyboard between alphabet and numbers/symbols. Inserts a line break. Inserts a space. Switches between upper case, lower case, and symbols.

  • Page 9: Editing Text

    Editing Text You can edit text using the operations listed below. Operation Description Tap the location where you want to insert the Move the cursor cursor. Drag to move the cursor. Touch and hold the desired text to select it. You can also drag the text to select it.

  • Page 10: First Steps

    First Steps Attach the Camera Strap Step Insert the Battery Step 1 Open the battery-chamber cover in the direction indicated by the arrow ( 1 ) and open the cover ( 2 ). 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 ).

  • Page 11: Insert A Memory Card

    3 Close the battery-chamber cover. Insert a Memory Card Step * If a memory card is inserted in the camera, image’s data is recorded on the memory card. If no memory card is inserted in the camera, the data is recorded to the camera’s internal memory. 1 Open the memory card slot cover.
  • Page 12 3 Close the memory card slot cover. Removing the Battery and Memory Card Turn the camera off and make sure that the power-on lamp and the monitor have turned off, and then open the battery-chamber cover, or the memory card slot cover. Note that the camera, battery, and memory card may become hot during use;...

  • Page 13: Charge The Battery

    Charge the Battery Step Use the included Charging AC Adapter and USB cable to charge the battery while it is in the camera. Prepare the included Charging AC Adapter. If a plug adapter* is included with the camera, attach the plug adapter to the plug on the Charging AC Adapter.
  • Page 14 2 Make sure the battery is installed in the camera, and then connect the camera to the Charging AC Adapter in order of 1 to 3. Make sure that the plugs are properly oriented. Do not insert or remove the plugs at an angle when connecting or disconnecting them.
  • Page 15 Configuring Various Settings Step When you turn on the camera for the first time after purchase, the welcome screen is displayed. Follow the on-screen instructions to set each option. Some settings require you to enter text. See “Entering Text” (A7) for more information about entering text.
  • Page 16 4 Set the various options such as the date and time. Follow the on-screen instructions to set each option. If yz are displayed at the bottom of the monitor, tap z to display the next screen and y to return to the previous screen. When the settings are complete, the Android OS home screen is displayed.

  • Page 17: Shooting And Playback

    Shooting and Playback Check the Battery Level Indicator and Step Number of Exposures Remaining Battery level indicator 1910 1910 1910 Number of exposures remaining* Battery level indicator Description The battery level is high. The battery level is low. The indicator shows the remaining battery level in six steps.
  • Page 18 2 Frame the picture. 1910 1910 1910 Using the Zoom Move the zoom control. To zoom in closer to the subject, move the zoom control toward g (telephoto). To zoom out and view a larger area, move the zoom control toward f (wide-angle). When the camera is turned on, the zoom moves to the maximum wide-angle position.

  • Page 19: Focus And Shoot

    Focus and Shoot Step 1 Press the shutter-release button halfway. When the subject is in focus, the focus area glows green (multiple focus areas can glow green). When digital zoom is used, the Focus area focus area is not displayed and the camera focuses in the center of the frame.

  • Page 20: Playback Images

    2 Without lifting your finger, press the shutter-release button the rest of the way down to take the picture. The shutter is released and the image is saved to the memory card or internal memory. Do not use force when pressing the shutter-release button, as this may cause camera shake, resulting in blurred images.

  • Page 21: Deleting Images

    Deleting Images 1 Display the image to delete, press the d button, and tap l. 2 Tap Current image. 3 Tap Yes in the delete confirmation dialog. Playback menu 11/15/2013 15:30 11/15/2013 15:30 11/15/2013 15:30 Add/remove Erase location 0004. JPG 0004.

  • Page 22: Turn Off The Camera

    Turn Off the Camera Step 1 Press and hold the power switch for several seconds. If the monitor is already off, the camera has entered power saving mode (A23). Before turning the camera off, press the power switch once to exit power saving mode and turn the monitor back on.

  • Page 23: Power Saving Function

    Power Saving Function By default, the camera reduces power consumption by automatically entering the modes listed below. Mode Level Description If no operations are performed for a while when the camera is on, the monitor turns off automatically and battery power consumption is reduced.

  • Page 24: Adding Comments To Images

    Adding Comments to Images Adding Comments when Shooting You can add comments, such as your impressions or other information about an image, immediately after the shutter is released. You can edit, add, or delete comments on the playback screen (except for continuous shooting).
  • Page 25 Viewing/Editing Comments You can view or edit comments that were added to images during shooting or playback. View the image with comments in full-frame playback mode. Images that include comments are shown with part of the comments displayed at the bottom of the image. Tap the comment area.

  • Page 26: Sharing Images

    Sharing Images You can share images and movies with other applications. For example, you can upload your images and movies to the Internet if you share them with an application that provides online services. Some sharing applications require an Internet connection. Set up your Wi-Fi (wireless LAN) network.
  • Page 27 Sharing Multiple Images Simultaneously Tap A in thumbnail playback mode to display the image selection screen, and select multiple images to share. Tap images to add n. To deselect a selected image, tap 12 12 12 the image again to remove n. To change the number of images displayed, move the zoom control or use your fingers to pinch or spread the screen, in the same way as with thumbnail playback mode.

  • Page 28: Using Viewnx 2

    Your Imaging Toolbox ViewNX 2™ Installing ViewNX 2 Step An Internet connection is required. Refer to the Nikon website for details on system requirements, including the latest information on operating system compatibility. Using ViewNX 2...
  • Page 29 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 .4 Exit the install.

  • Page 30: Transferring Images To The Computer

    Nikon Transfer 2. 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 31 Confirm that the recording medium (memory card or internal memory) of the connected camera or removable disk is displayed as the “Source” on the “Options” title bar of Nikon Transfer 2 ( 1 ). - When the camera and computer are connected, select the recording medium (memory card or internal memory) that contains the images you want to transfer.

  • Page 32: Viewing Images

    .3 Terminate the connection. If the camera is connected to the computer, follow the procedure below to disconnect it. - On the computer, eject the removable disk. - Tap Turn off USB storage on the camera screen. If Turn off USB storage is not displayed, you can select it in the notification shade on the home screen.

  • Page 33: Other Functions

    Other Functions Basic Shooting Settings You can set these functions by tapping the icons at the left of the monitor. Available settings vary depending on the selected shooting mode. Each icon also indicates the current setting. 1910 1910 1910 Flash mode The flash modes available are a Auto (default setting), b Auto with red-eye reduction, W Off, X Fill flash, and d Slow sync.
  • Page 34 Operation in Playback Mode The following operations are 11/15/2013 15:30 11/15/2013 15:30 11/15/2013 15:30 available in full-frame playback 0004. JPG 0004. JPG 0004. JPG mode. 4 4 / / Description Place two fingers on the image currently displayed and pinch them together to View f (h) display thumbnails.
  • Page 35 Changing a Shooting Mode Tap the shooting mode icon during shooting to select a shooting mode from G (easy auto), A (auto), C (scene), R (special effects), F (smart portrait) and D (movie) modes. When the shooting mode selection menu is displayed, tap the desired shooting mode icon.

  • Page 36: 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 37 Do not use the camera or Charging AC Adapter in the presence of flammable gas Do not use electronic equipment in the presence of flammable gas, as this could result in explosion or fire. Handle the camera strap with care Never place the strap around the neck of an infant or child.
  • Page 38 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 39 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. 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.
  • Page 40 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 41 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 42: 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“ (A36-39) when using or storing the device. Keep Dry The device will be damaged if immersed in water or subjected to high humidity.
  • Page 43 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. For Your Safety...
  • Page 44 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 45 (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 46 COOLPIX S810c, which is equipped with a DW092 (FCC ID:EW4DW092/IC ID:4634A-3149EC) Wireless LAN Module, has been tested and found to comply with FCC/IC radiation exposure limits set forth for an...
  • Page 47 3. If you have further questions, contact a Nikon service center or Nikon authorized service representative. Precautions when Using the Wireless LAN Functions When using the LAN function of this product, the product will search for wireless networks automatically.
  • Page 48 Always keep separate copies of important information. Nikon is not responsible for any direct or indirect damages or lost profits resulting from alteration or loss of content that is not attributable to Nikon. Before discarding this product or transferring it to another owner, it is recommended that you apply the reset option from Factory data reset in Backup &...
  • Page 49 Notes About GPS Notes About Personal Information An individual may be identified from still images or movies that have been recorded with location information. Observe caution when you transfer still images or movies recorded with location information to a third party or upload them to a network such as the Internet where the public can view them.
  • Page 50 GPL, LGPL and some other licenses, disclaimers and notices are available on the menu “About device” in the product. Nikon offers to provide source code of software licensed under the GPL or LGPL or some other open source licenses allowing source code...

  • Page 51: Trademark Information

    Google+™, Google Maps™, Google Latitude™, Picasa™ and YouTube™ are trademarks or registered trademarks of Google, Inc. All other trade names mentioned in this manual or the other documentation included with your Nikon product are the trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. For Your Safety...
  • Page 52 Convenient Features The COOLPIX S810c is equipped with a stand by mode that helps to reduce battery power consumption. Select either power off or stand by mode depending on the situation. To display the selection screen, press and hold the power switch for several seconds while the camera is on.

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