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DIGITAL CAMERA

Quick Start Guide

• Read this manual thoroughly before using the camera.
• To ensure proper use of the camera, be sure to read "For
Your Safety" (page vi).
• After reading this manual, keep it in a readily accessible
place for future reference.
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    DIGITAL CAMERA Quick Start Guide Introduction Parts of the Camera Getting Started Basic Shooting and Playback Operations Other Functions Technical Notes • Read this manual thoroughly before using the camera. • To ensure proper use of the camera, be sure to read “For Your Safety”...

  • Page 2: Introduction

    Visit our website to download manuals for Nikon imaging products, computer software, or firmware. Nikon User Support If you need any technical assistance with the operation of your Nikon product(s), please contact one of the Nikon representatives. For information on the Nikon representatives in your area, please visit http://www.nikon-asia.com/support.

  • 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 A1000 Strap EN-EL12 Rechargeable Digital Camera Li-ion Battery EH-73P Charging AC UC-E21 USB Cable 1, 2 Adapter Quick Start Guide...

  • Page 4: 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 5: Conformity Marking

    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 these manuals 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 6: For Your Safety

    For Your Safety To prevent damage to property or injury to yourself or to others, read “For Your Safety” in its entirety before using this product. Keep these safety instructions where all those who use this product will read them. Failure to observe the precautions marked DANGER with this icon carries a high risk of death or...
  • Page 7 Keep this product out of reach of children. Failure to observe this precaution could result in injury or product malfunction. In addition, note that small parts constitute a choking hazard. Should a child swallow any part of this product, seek immediate medical attention.
  • Page 8 Do not leave the product where it will be exposed to extremely high temperatures, for an extended period such as in an enclosed automobile or in direct sunlight. Failure to observe this precaution could result in fire or product malfunction. Do not transport the camera with a tripod or similar accessory attached.
  • Page 9 If battery liquid comes into contact with a person’s skin or clothing, immediately rinse the affected area with plenty of clean water. Failure to observe this precaution could result in skin irritation. Introduction...
  • Page 10 Introduction...

  • Page 11: Parts Of The Camera

    Parts of the Camera The Camera Body 2 3 4 9 10 11 12 13 13 K (flash pop-up) control Command dial Shutter-release button Power switch/power-on lamp (charge lamp) Zoom control 15 c (playback) button Mode dial Rotary multi selector Flash (multi selector)* q (snap-back zoom) button...

  • Page 12: Operating The Touch Panel

    Operating the Touch Panel The monitor of this camera is a touch panel, and can be operated by touching it with your fingers. Tapping Flicking Sliding Briefly touch the touch Sweep your finger up, Touch the touch panel, panel. down, left, or right on the move your finger up, down, touch panel.

  • Page 13: Getting Started

    Getting Started How to Attach the Strap The strap can be attached to the eyelet on either side (left and right) of the camera body. Getting Started...

  • Page 14: Inserting The Battery And Memory Card

    Inserting the Battery and Memory Card Battery latch Memory card slot With the battery’s positive and negative terminals oriented correctly, move the orange battery latch (3), and fully insert the battery (4). Slide the memory card in until it clicks into place (5). Be careful not to insert the battery or memory card upside-down or backward, as this could cause a malfunction.
  • Page 15 Charging the Battery Charging AC Adapter* Electrical outlet USB cable (included) Power-on lamp (charge lamp) * A plug adapter is attached depending on the country or region of purchase. The shape of the plug adapter varies with the country or region of purchase. Charging starts when the camera is connected to an electrical outlet while the battery is inserted, as shown in the illustration.
  • Page 16 Notes About Charging the Battery The camera can be operated while the battery is charging, but the charging time increases. The power-on lamp (charge lamp) turns off while the camera is being operated. - Movies cannot be recorded while the battery is charging. Do not, under any circumstances, use another make or model of AC adapter other than the EH-73P/EH-73PCH Charging AC Adapter, and do not use a commercially available USB-AC adapter or a battery charger for a mobile phone.

  • Page 17: Changing The Angle Of The Monitor

    Changing the Angle of the Monitor You can adjust the direction and angle of the monitor. For normal shooting When shooting in a low position When shooting in a high position When taking self-portraits Notes About the Monitor When moving the monitor, do not apply excessive force and move slowly within the monitor's adjustable range so that the connection will not be damaged.

  • Page 18: Camera Setup

    Camera Setup When the camera is turned on for the first time, screens to set the display language and camera clock are displayed. Turn on the camera. Use the multi selector to select and adjust settings. Multi selector Power Left Right switch k button...
  • Page 19 Highlight your home time zone and Home time zone press the k button. Press H to set daylight saving time. When it is on, the time is one hour earlier and W is displayed. When you press I to turn it off, the London, Casablanca time goes back one hour.

  • Page 20: Basic Shooting And Playback Operations

    Basic Shooting and Playback Operations Shooting Images A (auto) mode is used here as an example. A (auto) mode enables you to perform general shooting in a variety of shooting conditions. Rotate the mode dial to A. Battery level indicator Number of exposures b: The battery level is high.
  • Page 21 Frame the picture. Move the zoom control or the side zoom control to change the zoom lens position. If you lose sight of the subject while shooting with the lens in telephoto position, press the q (snap-back zoom) button to temporarily widen the visible area so that you can frame the subject more easily.

  • Page 22: Using The Flash

    Notes About Saving Images or Movies The indicator showing the number of exposures remaining or the indicator showing the remaining recording time flashes while images or movies are being saved. Do not open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover or remove the battery or memory card while an indicator is flashing.

  • Page 23: Touch Shooting

    Touch Shooting You can switch the touch shooting feature by tapping the touch shooting icon on the shooting screen. At the default setting A Touch shutter, the shutter is released when you simply tap the subject on the screen without using the shutter- 0 .

  • Page 24: Playing Back Images

    Playing Back Images Press the c (playback) button to enter playback mode. If you press and hold down the c button while the camera is turned off, the camera turns on in playback mode. Use the multi selector to select an Display the previous image image to display.

  • Page 25: Deleting Images

    Deleting Images In playback mode, press the l (delete) button to delete the image currently displayed on the screen. Use the multi selector HI to select the desired deletion method and Delete press the k button. Current image To exit without deleting, press the d button. Erase selected images All images Select Yes and press the k button.

  • Page 26: Other Functions

    Other Functions Selecting a Shooting Mode You can rotate the mode dial to align the desired shooting mode with the indicator mark on the camera body. A (Auto) mode Select this mode to perform general shooting in a variety of shooting conditions. o (Creative) mode Apply effects to images during shooting.
  • Page 27 Setting Shooting Functions with the Multi Selector (m/n/p/o) When the shooting screen is displayed, you can press the multi selector H (m) J (n) I (p) K (o) to set the functions described below. m Flash mode When the flash is raised, the flash mode can be set according to shooting conditions.

  • Page 28: Menu Operations

    Menu Operations You can set the menus listed below by pressing the d (menu) button. 1, 2 A Shooting menu e Movie menu c Playback menu J Network menu z Setup menu Press the d button when the shooting screen is displayed. Menu icons and available setting options vary depending on the shooting mode.
  • Page 29 Select a menu option and Set up press the k button. Time zone and date Monitor settings Certain menu options cannot EVF auto toggle Date stamp be set depending on the Self-timer: after release current shooting mode or the Photo VR state of the camera.

  • Page 30: Technical Notes

    Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for help. CAUTIONS 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. Technical Notes...
  • Page 31 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. Nikon Inc., 1300 Walt Whitman Road, Melville, New York 11747-3064, U.S.A.
  • Page 32 (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 33 Precautions when Exporting or Carrying This Product Abroad This product is controlled by the United States Export Administration Regulations (EAR). The permission of the United States government is not required for export to countries other than the following, which as of this writing are subject to embargo or special controls: Cuba, Iran, North Korea, Sudan, and Syria (list subject to change).

  • Page 34: Caring For The Product

    Caring for the Product Observe the precautions described below in addition to the warnings in “For Your Safety” (Avi-ix) when using or storing the device. The Camera Do Not Apply Strong Impact to the Camera The product may malfunction if subjected to strong shock or vibration. In addition, do not touch or apply force to the lens or lens cover.

  • Page 35: The Battery

    If you notice any abnormalities such as excessive heat, smoke, or an unusual smell coming from the battery, immediately discontinue use and consult your retailer or Nikon- authorized service representative. After removing the battery from the camera or optional battery charger, put the battery in a plastic bag, etc.

  • Page 36: Storing The Battery

    Battery Terminals Dirt on the battery terminals may prevent the camera from functioning. Should the battery terminals become dirty, wipe them off with a clean, dry cloth before use. Charging an Exhausted Battery Turning the camera on or off while an exhausted battery is inserted in the camera may result in reduced battery life.

  • Page 37: Cleaning And Storage

    Cleaning and Storage Cleaning Do not use alcohol, thinner, or other volatile chemicals. Avoid touching glass parts with your fingers. Remove dust or lint with a blower (typically a small device with a rubber bulb attached to one end that is pumped to produce a stream of air out the other end).

  • Page 38: 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. If you cannot solve a problem using the following, see the Reference Manual (PDF format) (Aii) for further details or the Nikon website for your region. Problem Cause/Solution Wait for recording to end.

  • Page 39: Memory Cards That Can Be Used

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  • Page 40 Alliance. All other trade names mentioned in this manual or the other documentation provided with your Nikon product are the trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. Use of the Made for Apple badge means that an accessory has been designed to connect specifically to the Apple products identified in the badge, and has been certified by the developer to meet Apple performance standards.
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  • Page 44 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. Please visit the Nikon website below to download the Reference Manual in English. https://downloadcenter.nikonimglib.com...

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