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Nikon COOLPIX S2800 Quick Start Manual

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Summary of Contents for Nikon COOLPIX S2800

  • 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 Only Nikon accessories, including chargers, batteries, Charging AC Adapters, and AC adapters are certified by Nikon specifically for use with your Nikon COOLPIX digital camera. These accessories have been engineered and tested to operate within the...

  • 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 S2800 Camera Strap Rechargeable Li-ion Battery Digital Camera EN-EL19 Charging AC Adapter EH-70P* USB Cable UC-E6 ViewNX 2 CD...
  • Page 4 Parts of the Camera Power switch/power-on lamp Multi selector k (apply selection) button Zoom control l (delete) button Shutter-release button d button Charge lamp/flash lamp b (e movie-record) button Battery-chamber/memory card slot cover A (shooting mode) button Monitor c (playback) button Confirming the Package Contents...

  • Page 5: First Steps

    First Steps Attach the Camera Strap Step Insert the Battery and Memory Card Step If a memory card is inserted in the camera, image’s data is saved on the memory card. If no memory card is inserted in the camera, the data is saved to the camera’s internal memory.
  • 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 Memory Card Turn the camera off and make sure that the power-on lamp and monitor have turned off, and then open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover. The camera, battery, and memory card may be hot immediately after using the camera. Removing the Battery Move the battery latch in the direction indicated by the arrow to eject the battery ( 2 ).
  • Page 8 Charge the Battery Step Use the included Charging AC Adapter and USB cable to charge the battery while it is in the camera. 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.
  • Page 9 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. Keep the camera turned off. Make sure that the plugs are properly oriented. Do not insert or remove the plugs at an angle when connecting or disconnecting them.
  • Page 10 Turn On the Camera Step Press the power switch. The monitor turns on. The Auto Off Function The time that elapses before the camera enters standby mode is about one minute. The time can be changed using the Auto off setting in the setup menu (A29). While the camera is in standby mode, the monitor turns back on if you perform any of the following operations: - Press the power switch, shutter-release button, A (shooting mode) button, c...
  • Page 11 Select a Language and Set the Camera Clock Step 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 multi selector to make the settings. If you exit without setting the date and time, O will flash when the shooting screen is displayed.
  • Page 12 Date format Date and time Year/Month/Day 2 0 1 4 0 0 0 0 Month/Day/Year Day/Month/Year Edit Select the date format and press the Edit the date and time. k button. Select a field: Press JK (changes between D, M, Y, hour, and minute). Edit the date and time: Press HI.
  • Page 13 Imprinting the Date and Time on Images While Taking Images After setting the date and time, enable the Print date option in the z (setup) menu (A29). Display the z (setup) menu using the following procedure and change the settings. Press the d button ➝...

  • Page 14: Shooting And Playback

    Shooting and Playback Check the Battery Level and the Number of Step Exposures Remaining Battery Level Indicator Number of exposures Display Description remaining The battery level is high. The battery level is low. The camera cannot capture Battery exhausted. images. Recharge the battery. 8m 0s 8m 0s 1400...
  • Page 15 Hold the Camera and Frame a Picture Step 1 Hold the camera steady in both hands. Keep fingers and other objects away from the lens, flash, etc. 2 Frame the picture. Shooting mode icon When the camera automatically determines the scene mode, the shooting mode icon changes.
  • Page 16 Focus and Shoot Step 1 Press the shutter-release button halfway, i.e., Flash lamp press the button lightly until you feel a slight resistance. When the subject is in focus, the focus area glows green (multiple focus areas can glow green). When you are using digital zoom, the camera focuses in the center of the frame and the focus area is not displayed.
  • Page 17 Flash lamp The flash lamp indicates flash status when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway. The flash fires when an image is taken. Flashing The flash is charging.* The flash does not fire when an image is taken. * If the battery level is low, the monitor turns off while the flash is charging. 2 Without lifting your finger, press the shutter-release button the rest of the way down to take the picture.
  • Page 18 Play Back Images Step Press the c (playback) button. The camera A button enters playback mode. The last image captured is displayed in full- frame playback mode. 4 / 4 4 / 4 0004. JPG 0004. JPG 15 / 05 / 2014 15:30 15 / 05 / 2014 15:30 Use the multi selector HIJK to display Display the previous image...
  • Page 19 Deleting Unwanted Images 4 / 4 4 / 4 To delete the image currently displayed in the monitor, press the l (delete) button. When the deletion screen is displayed, use the multi 0004. JPG 0004. JPG 15 / 05 / 2014 15:30 15 / 05 / 2014 15:30 selector HI to select Current image and press the k button.

  • Page 20: Using Viewnx 2

    Using ViewNX 2 ViewNX 2 is an all-in-one software package which enables you to transfer, view, edit and share images. Install ViewNX 2 using the included ViewNX 2 CD-ROM. Your Imaging Toolbox ViewNX 2™ Installing ViewNX 2 Step An Internet connection is required. Compatible Operating Systems Windows Windows 8.1, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows XP...
  • Page 21 Refer to the Nikon website for details on system requirements, including the latest information on operating system compatibility. .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.
  • Page 22 The following software is installed: ViewNX 2 (consisting of the three modules below) - Nikon Transfer 2: For transferring images to the computer - ViewNX 2: For viewing, editing, and printing transferred images - Nikon Movie Editor: For basic editing of transferred movies...
  • Page 23 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. The camera automatically turns on.
  • Page 24 If a message is displayed prompting you to choose a program, select Nikon Transfer 2. When using Windows 7 If the dialog shown at right is displayed, follow the steps below to select Nikon Transfer 2. 1 Under Import pictures and videos, click Change program.
  • Page 25 .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 26: Other Functions

    Other Functions Flash Mode, Self-Timer, Macro Mode, and Exposure Compensation Use the multi selector in shooting mode to apply the following settings. Availability depends on the setting. Flash Mode Auto The flash modes available are U (auto), V (auto with red-eye reduction), W (off), X (fill flash), and Y (slow sync) modes.
  • Page 27 Selecting a Shooting Mode Press the A button in shooting mode to display the shooting mode selection menu. Select a shooting mode with the multi selector, and press the k button to change to that mode. 1. x Scene auto selector mode (A15) Scene auto selector 2.
  • Page 28 Selecting a Playback Mode Press the c button in playback mode to display the playback mode selection menu. Select a playback mode with the multi selector, and press the k button to change to that mode. 1. G Playback mode (all images) (A18) Auto sort 2.
  • Page 29 Using Camera Menus A variety of shooting and playback settings can be adjusted from the camera menus. Press the d button to display the menu for the current mode and use the multi selector to select an item (A11). Select a menu icon on the left to switch to the menu of the Image mode selected icon.
  • Page 30 Playback Mode 4 / 4 4 / 4 The following options are available in full-frame playback mode. 0004. JPG 0004. JPG 15 / 05 / 2014 15:30 15 / 05 / 2014 15:30 Description Use the multi selector HIJK to display previous or Select images next images.
  • Page 31 Description Switch to Displays the playback mode selection menu, allowing another playback you to switch to favorite pictures mode, auto sort mode, mode or list by date mode. Press the A button, shutter-release button, or b (e Switch to shooting mode movie-record) button to switch to shooting mode.

  • Page 32: 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 33 Handle the camera strap with care Observe caution when handling Never place the strap around the neck of the battery an infant or child. The battery may leak, overheat or explode if improperly handled. Observe the Keep out of reach of children following precautions when handling the Particular care should be taken to prevent battery for use in this product:...
  • Page 34 Should the insulation be damaged and discharged. To avoid damage to the the wires become exposed, take it to a product, be sure to remove the battery Nikon-authorized service representative when no charge remains. for inspection. Failure to observe these Discontinue use immediately should you...
  • Page 35 When connecting cables to the input and flash window touching a person or output jacks, use only the cables provided object or sold by Nikon for the purpose, to Failure to observe this precaution could maintain compliance with product result in burns or fire.
  • Page 36 Notices Notices for Customers in health and the environment that might result from incorrect disposal. Europe For more information, contact the CAUTIONS retailer or the local authorities in charge of waste management. RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE. This symbol on the battery indicates that the battery is to be DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES...
  • Page 37 Sources for Extended Periods To ensure continued enjoyment of this Avoid pointing the lens at the sun or other Nikon product, observe the precautions strong light sources for extended periods described below in addition to the when using or storing the camera. Intense warnings in “For Your Safety”...
  • Page 38 Hence while About the Manuals these displays may contain pixels that Nikon will not be held liable for any are always lit (white, red, blue, or green) damages resulting from the use of this or always off (black), this is not a product.
  • Page 39 (for example, to ensure that the camera is functioning images of empty sky). Be sure to also normally. Nikon will not be held liable for replace any images selected for the Select damages or lost profits that may result an image option in the Welcome screen from product malfunction.
  • Page 40 SD-3C, LLC. PictBridge is a trademark. All other trade names mentioned in this manual or the other documentation provided with your Nikon product are the trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. FreeType License (FreeType2) Portions of this software are copyright ©...
  • Page 41 Notices...
  • Page 42 Nikon Europe BV will, without charge for labor and parts, repair the product in the terms and conditions set as below. Nikon reserves the right (at its sole discretion) to replace or repair the product.
  • Page 43 Nikon, in order to comply with local or national technical standards in force in any other country than the ones for which the product was originally designed and/or manufactured.
  • Page 44 YP3K01(11) 6MN32011-01...