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  • Page 1 DIGITAL CAMERA Reference Manual...
  • Page 2 Introduction Table of Contents Parts of the Camera Preparing for Shooting Basic Shooting and Playback Operations Shooting Features Playback Features Recording and Playing Back Movies Using Menus Connecting the Camera to a TV, Printer, or Computer Technical Notes...

  • Page 3: Read This First

    Introduction Read This First To get the most from this Nikon product, be sure to read “For Your Safety” (Av-vii), and all other instructions thoroughly and keep them where they will be read by all who use the camera. If you want to start using the camera right away, see “Preparing for Shooting”...

  • 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 Nikon reserves the right to change the specifications of the hardware and software described in these manuals at any time and without prior notice. Nikon will not be held liable for any damages resulting from the use of this product.
  • Page 6 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 7: 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 8 When replacing the batteries with EN-MH2-B2 batteries (available separately), purchase two sets (total of four batteries). The EN-MH2 rechargeable batteries are for use with Nikon digital cameras only, and are compatible with COOLPIX L340. Insert batteries in the correct orientation.
  • Page 9 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. Do not touch the moving parts of the lens Failure to observe this precaution could result in injury.
  • Page 10 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. 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 11 Handling the cord on this product will expose you to lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling. Nikon Inc., 1300 Walt Whitman Road, Melville, New York 11747-3064, U.S.A. Tel: 631-547-4200...

  • Page 12: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Introduction ......................... i Read This First ..........................i Other Information............................i Information and Precautions ........................ ii For Your Safety .......................... v WARNINGS ............................... v Notices ............................viii Parts of the Camera ....................1 The Camera Body........................1 The Monitor ..........................
  • Page 13 Shooting Features....................22 x (Scene Auto Selector) Mode..................22 Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes)..............23 Tips and Notes ............................24 Shooting with Panorama Assist ....................... 26 Playback with Panorama Assist ......................28 Special Effects Mode (Applying Effects When Shooting)......... 29 Smart Portrait Mode (Capturing Images of Smiling Faces) ........
  • Page 14 Using Menus......................58 The Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode) ..............60 Image Mode (Image Size and Quality)..................60 White Balance (Adjusting Hue) ......................62 Continuous Shooting ..........................64 ISO Sensitivity .............................. 65 AF Area Mode.............................. 66 The Smart Portrait Menu...................... 67 Skin Softening ............................
  • Page 15 Connecting the Camera to a TV, Printer, or Computer......85 Connecting the Camera to a TV (Playback on a TV) ........... 87 Connecting the Camera to a Printer (Direct Print)............88 Connecting the Camera to a Printer..................... 88 Printing Images One at a Time ......................89 Printing Multiple Images ........................

  • Page 17: Parts Of The Camera

    Parts of the Camera The Camera Body Zoom control........14 Speaker f : Wide-angle......14 m (flash pop-up) button..11, 32 g : Telephoto......... 14 h : Thumbnail playback..46 Flash............ 11, 32 i : Playback zoom...... 45 DC input connector (for j : Help ..........
  • Page 18 2 3 4 Monitor ............3 Multi selector ........58 k (apply selection) button ..58 Microphone l (delete) button ......17 Flash lamp..........33 b (e movie-record) button..52 d (menu) button......58 A (shooting mode) button Battery-chamber/ ........22, 23, 29, 30, 31 memory card slot cover ....7 c (playback) button ......

  • Page 19: The Monitor

    The Monitor The information that is displayed in the monitor during shooting and playback changes depending on the camera’s settings and state of use. By default, information is displayed when the camera is turned on and when you operate the camera, and turns off after a few seconds (when Photo info is set to Auto info in Monitor settings (A77)).
  • Page 20 10 10 +1.0 +1.0 2 9 m 0 s 2 9 m 0 s 1 / 2 5 0 1 / 2 5 0 F 3.1 F 3.1 9 9 9 9 9 9 Focus area (center)....43, 66 “Date not set” indicator ....103 Focus area (target finding AF) Date stamp..........

  • Page 21: Playback Mode

    Playback Mode 9 9 9 / 9 9 9 9 9 9 / 9 9 9 999/999 999/999 9999/9999 9999/9999 29m 0s 29m 0s 29m 0s 29m 0s 9 9 9 9 . J P G 9 9 9 9 . J P G 1 5 / 1 1 / 2 0 1 5 1 2 : 0 0 1 5 / 1 1 / 2 0 1 5 1 2 : 0 0 13 12...

  • Page 22: Preparing For Shooting

    Preparing for Shooting Attaching the Camera Strap and Lens Cap Attach the lens cap to the camera strap, and then attach the strap to the camera. Attach them at two places. Lens Cap When the camera is not in use, protect the lens by attaching the lens cap.

  • Page 23: Insert The Batteries And Memory Card

    Insert the Batteries and Memory Card Memory card slot Hold the camera upside down to prevent the batteries from falling out, confirm that the positive (+) and negative (–) terminals of the batteries are oriented correctly, and insert the batteries. Slide the memory card in until it clicks into place (5).

  • Page 24: Removing The Batteries Or Memory Card

    Notes About the Batteries Do not combine old and new batteries or batteries of different makes or types. Batteries with the following defects cannot be used: Batteries with peeling Batteries with insulation Batteries with a flat that does not cover the negative terminal area around the negative terminal...

  • Page 25: Turn The Camera On And Set The Display Language, Date, And Time

    Turn the Camera On and Set the Display Language, Date, 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. Remove the lens cap, and then press the power switch to turn on the camera.
  • Page 26 Set the date and time, and press Date and time the k button. Use JK to select a field and then use HI to set the date and time. 01 01 2015 00 00 Select the minute field and press the k button to confirm the setting.

  • Page 27: Raising And Lowering The Flash

    Changing the Language or the Date and Time Setting You can change these settings using the Language and Time zone and date settings in the z setup menu (A58). You can enable or disable daylight saving time in the z setup menu by selecting Time zone and date followed by Time zone.

  • Page 28: Basic Shooting And Playback Operations

    Basic Shooting and Playback Operations Shooting with Scene Auto Selector Mode Hold the camera steady. Keep fingers and other objects away from the lens, flash, AF-assist illuminator, microphone, and speaker. Frame the picture. Move the zoom control to change the Zoom out Zoom in zoom lens position.
  • Page 29 Press the shutter-release button halfway. When the subject is in focus, the focus area or focus indicator is displayed in green. When you are using digital zoom, the camera focuses in the center of the frame and the focus area is not displayed. If the focus area or focus indicator flashes, the camera is unable to focus.

  • Page 30: Using The Zoom

    Using the Zoom When you move the zoom control, the zoom Wide-angle Telephoto lens position changes. To zoom in: Move toward g To zoom out: Move toward f When you turn the camera on, the zoom moves to the maximum wide-angle position. A zoom indicator is displayed on the shooting screen when the zoom control is Optical zoom Digital zoom...

  • Page 31: The Shutter-Release Button

    The Shutter-release Button To set focus and exposure (shutter speed and aperture value), press the shutter-release button Press halfway lightly until you feel a slight resistance. Focus and exposure remain locked while the shutter-release button is pressed halfway. Press the shutter-release button all the way to release the shutter and take a picture.

  • Page 32: Play Back Images

    Play 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 33: Delete Images

    Delete Images Press the l (delete) button to delete the image currently displayed in the monitor. Use the multi selector HI to select the desired deletion Delete method and press the k button. Current image To exit without deleting, press the d Erase selected images button.
  • Page 34 Operating the Erase Selected Images Screen Use the multi selector JK to Erase selected images select an image to be deleted, and then use H to display c. To undo the selection, press I to remove Move the zoom control (A1) toward g (i) to switch to full-frame playback or f (h) Back to switch to thumbnail playback.

  • Page 35: Changing The Shooting Mode

    Changing the Shooting Mode The shooting modes described below are available. x Scene auto selector The camera automatically recognizes the shooting scene when you frame a picture, making it easier to take pictures using settings that suit the scene. b Scene mode Camera settings are optimized according to the scene that you select.

  • Page 36: Using The Flash, Self-Timer, Etc

    Using the Flash, Self-timer, Etc. 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 You can select a flash mode to match the shooting conditions when the flash is raised.

  • Page 37: Recording Movies

    Recording Movies Display the shooting screen and press the b (e movie-record) button to start recording a movie. Press the b (e) button again to end recording. To play back a movie, select a movie in full- frame playback mode and press the k button.

  • Page 38: Shooting Features

    Shooting Features x (Scene Auto Selector) Mode The camera automatically recognizes the shooting scene when you frame a picture, making it easier to take pictures using settings that suit the scene. Enter shooting mode M A (shooting mode) button M x (scene auto selector) mode M k button When the camera automatically recognizes the shooting scene, the shooting mode icon displayed on the shooting screen changes accordingly.

  • Page 39: Scene Mode (Shooting Suited To Scenes)

    Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes) When a scene is selected, camera settings are automatically optimized for the selected scene. Enter shooting mode M A (shooting mode) button M b (second icon from the top*) M K M HI M select a scene M k button * The icon of the last scene selected is displayed.

  • Page 40: Tips And Notes

    Tips and Notes d Sports While the shutter-release button is held all the way down, the camera shoots up to about 4 images continuously at a rate of about 1 fps (when Image mode is set to x 5152×3864). The frame rate for continuous shooting may vary depending on the current image mode setting, the memory card used, or shooting conditions.

  • Page 41: Pet Portrait Auto Release

    o Backlighting The flash always fires. Raise the flash before shooting. O Pet portrait When you point the camera at a dog or cat, the camera detects the pet’s face and focuses on it. By default, the camera detects a dog or cat face and automatically releases the shutter (pet portrait auto release).

  • Page 42: Shooting With Panorama Assist

    Shooting with Panorama Assist Using a tripod makes the composition easier. Set Vibration reduction (A80) to Off in the setup menu when using a tripod to stabilize the camera during shooting. Enter shooting mode M A (shooting mode) button M b (second icon from the top*) M K M HI M U (panorama assist) M k button * The icon of the last scene selected is displayed.
  • Page 43 Press the k button when A E / A F - L A E / A F - L shooting is complete. The camera returns to step 1. 2 5 m 0 s 2 5 m 0 s 1 5 0 0 1 5 0 0 Notes About Panorama Assist Up to three images can be taken and combined in a panorama series.

  • Page 44: Playback With Panorama Assist

    Playback with Panorama Assist Switch to playback mode (A16), display an 4 / 4 4 / 4 image captured using panorama assist in full- frame playback mode, and then press the k button to scroll the image in the direction that was used when shooting.

  • Page 45: Special Effects Mode (Applying Effects When Shooting)

    Special Effects Mode (Applying Effects When Shooting) Effects can be applied to images during shooting. Enter shooting mode M A (shooting mode) button M E (third icon from the top*) M K M HI M select an effect M k button * The icon of the last effect selected is displayed.

  • Page 46: Smart Portrait Mode (Capturing Images Of Smiling Faces)

    Smart Portrait Mode (Capturing Images of Smiling Faces) When the camera detects a smiling face, you can take a picture automatically without pressing the shutter-release button (smile timer (A67)). You can use the skin softening option to smooth the skin tones of human faces. Enter shooting mode M A (shooting mode) button M F Smart portrait mode M k button Frame the picture.

  • Page 47: A (Auto) Mode

    A (Auto) Mode Used for general shooting. Settings can be adjusted to suit the shooting conditions and the type of shot you want to capture. Enter shooting mode M A (shooting mode) button M A (auto) mode M k button You can change how the camera selects the area of the frame to focus on by changing the AF area mode setting (A66).

  • Page 48: Flash Mode

    Flash Mode You can select a flash mode to match the shooting conditions. Press the m (flash pop-up) button. The flash pops up. The flash does not fire while it is lowered. W is displayed to indicate that the flash does not fire. Press the multi selector H (m).

  • Page 49: Available Flash Modes

    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.

  • Page 50: Self-Timer

    Self-timer The camera is equipped with a self-timer that releases the shutter 10 seconds after you press the shutter-release button. Set Vibration reduction (A80) to Off in the setup menu when using a tripod to stabilize the camera during shooting. Press the multi selector J (n).

  • Page 51: Macro Mode (Taking Close-Up Pictures)

    Macro Mode (Taking Close-up Pictures) Use macro mode when taking close-up pictures. Press the multi selector I (p). Select ON and press the Macro mode k button. If the setting is not applied by pressing the k button within a few seconds, the selection will be canceled.

  • Page 52: Exposure Compensation (Adjusting Brightness)

    Exposure Compensation (Adjusting Brightness) You can adjust overall image brightness. Press the multi selector K (o). Select a compensation value and Exposure compensation press the k button. + 2 . 0 To brighten the image, set a positive (+) + 0 . 3 value.

  • Page 53: Default Settings (Flash, Self-Timer, Etc.)

    Default Settings (Flash, Self-timer, Etc.) Default settings for each shooting mode are listed below. Exposure Flash Self-timer Macro compensation (A32) (A34) (A35) (A36) x (scene auto selector) U Scene b (portrait) c (landscape) d (sports) e (night portrait) f (party/indoor) Z (beach) z (snow) h (sunset)
  • Page 54 The setting that is used when the flash is raised. Cannot be changed. The camera automatically selects the flash mode appropriate for the scene it has selected. Cannot be changed. The camera enters macro mode when i is selected. Cannot be changed. Cannot be changed.

  • Page 55: Focusing

    Focusing The focus area varies depending on the shooting mode. Using Face Detection In the following shooting modes, the camera uses face detection to automatically focus on human faces. x (scene auto selector) mode (A22) Portrait or Night portrait scene mode (A23) 2 5 m 0 s 2 5 m 0 s...

  • Page 56: Using Skin Softening

    Using Skin Softening When the shutter is released while using one of the shooting modes listed below, the camera detects human faces and processes the image to soften facial skin tones (up to three faces). Smart portrait mode (A30) x (scene auto selector) mode (A22) Portrait or Night portrait in scene mode (A23) Skin softening can also be applied to saved images (A49) even after shooting.

  • Page 57: Using Target Finding Af

    Using Target Finding AF When AF area mode (A66) in A (auto) mode is set to Target finding AF, the camera focuses in the manner described below when you press the shutter-release button halfway. The camera detects the main subject and focuses on it.

  • Page 58: Subjects Not Suitable For Autofocus

    Subjects Not Suitable for Autofocus The camera may not focus as expected in the following situations. In rare cases, the subject may not be in focus despite the fact that the focus area or the focus indicator is displayed in green: Subject is very dark Objects of sharply differing brightness are included in the scene (e.g.

  • Page 59: Focus Lock

    Focus Lock Focus lock shooting is recommended when the camera does not activate the focus area that contains the desired subject. Set AF area mode to Center in A (auto) mode (A66). Position the subject in the center of the frame and press the shutter-release button halfway.

  • Page 60: Functions That Cannot Be Used Simultaneously When Shooting

    Functions That Cannot Be Used Simultaneously When Shooting Some functions cannot be used with other menu options. Restricted Option Description function When Continuous is selected, the Continuous (A64) flash cannot be used. Flash mode When Blink proof is set to On, the Blink proof (A68) flash cannot be used.

  • Page 61: Playback Features

    Playback Features Playback Zoom Moving the zoom control toward g (i playback zoom) in full-frame playback mode (A16) zooms in on the image. 4 / 4 4 / 4 Displayed area 0 0 0 4 . J P G 0 0 0 4 . J P G 3 .

  • Page 62: Thumbnail Playback/Calendar Display

    Thumbnail Playback/Calendar Display Moving the zoom control toward f (h thumbnail playback) in full-frame playback mode (A16) displays images as thumbnails. 1 / 2 0 1 / 2 0 1 / 2 0 2 0 1 5 Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu 10 10 10 11 11 11 12 12 12...

  • Page 63: Editing Images (Still Images)

    Editing Images (Still Images) Before Editing Images You can easily edit images on this camera. Edited copies are saved as separate files. Edited copies are saved with the same shooting date and time as the original. Restrictions on Image Editing An image can be edited up to 10 times.

  • Page 64: D-Lighting: Enhancing Brightness And Contrast

    D-Lighting: Enhancing Brightness and Contrast Press the c button (playback mode) M select an image M d button M D-Lighting M k button Use the multi selector HI to select D-Lighting OK and press the k button. The edited version is displayed on the right. To exit without saving the copy, select Cancel and press the k button.

  • Page 65: Skin Softening: Softening Skin Tones

    Skin Softening: Softening Skin Tones Press the c button (playback mode) M select an image M d button M Skin softening M k button Use the multi selector HI to Skin softening select the amount of effect applied and press the k button. The confirmation dialog is displayed with the face to which the effect was applied Normal...

  • Page 66: Small Picture: Reducing The Size Of An Image

    Small Picture: Reducing the Size of an Image Press the c button (playback mode) M select an image M d button M Small picture M k button Use the multi selector HI to Small picture select the desired copy size and press the k button.

  • Page 67: Crop: Creating A Cropped Copy

    Crop: Creating a Cropped Copy Move the zoom control to enlarge the image (A45). Adjust the image so that only the portion that you want to keep is displayed, and then press the d (menu) button. Move the zoom control toward g (i) or f (h) to adjust the magnification rate.

  • Page 68: Recording And Playing Back Movies

    Recording and Playing Back Movies Display the shooting screen. Check the remaining amount of movie recording time. 2 5 m 0 s 2 5 m 0 s 1 5 0 0 1 5 0 0 Remaining movie recording time Lower the flash (A11). Recording movies while the flash is raised may cause the audio to be muffled.
  • Page 69 Area Captured in Movies The area that is captured in a movie varies depending on the Movie options settings in the movie menu. If Photo info in Monitor settings (A77) in the setup menu is set to Movie frame+auto info, you can confirm the area that will be captured in a movie before you start recording.
  • Page 70 Notes About Movie Recording 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 batteries or memory card while an indicator is flashing.

  • Page 71: Operations During Movie Playback

    Operations During Movie Playback To adjust the volume, move the zoom control while a movie is playing (A1). Volume indicator Playback controls are displayed in the monitor. The operations described below can be performed by using the multi selector JK to select a control and then pressing the When k button.

  • Page 72: Editing Movies

    Editing Movies The desired portion of a recorded movie can be saved as a separate file. Play back a movie and pause at the start point of the portion that you want to extract (A55). Use the multi selector JK to 1 m 3 0 s 1 m 3 0 s select I in the playback controls,...
  • Page 73 Notes About Movie Editing Use batteries with a sufficient amount of charge remaining to prevent the camera from turning off during editing. When the battery level indicator is B, movie editing is not possible. A movie that was created by editing cannot be trimmed again. The actual trimmed portion of a movie may differ slightly from the portion selected using the start and end points.

  • Page 74: Using Menus

    Using Menus You can set the menus listed below by pressing the d (menu) button. A Shooting menu Available by pressing the d button when the shooting screen is displayed. Allows you to change image size and quality, continuous shooting settings, etc.
  • Page 75 Select a menu icon and Set up press the k button. Time zone and date Monitor settings The menu options become Date stamp selectable. Vibration reduction AF assist Sound settings Select a menu option and press the k button. Time zone and date Monitor settings Certain menu options cannot Date stamp...

  • Page 76: The Shooting Menu (For A (Auto) Mode)

    The Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode) Image Mode (Image Size and Quality) Enter shooting mode* M d button M Image mode M k button * This setting can also be changed in shooting modes other than auto. The changed setting is also applied to other shooting modes.
  • Page 77 Notes About Printing Images at 1:1 Aspect Ratio Change the printer setting to “Border” when printing images at a 1:1 aspect ratio. Some printers may not be able to print images at a 1:1 aspect ratio. Notes About Image Mode This function may not be available to use in combination with other functions (A44).

  • Page 78: White Balance (Adjusting Hue)

    White Balance (Adjusting Hue) Enter shooting mode M A (shooting mode) button M A (auto) mode M k button M d button M White balance M k button Adjust white balance to suit the light source or weather conditions in order to make the colors in images match what you see with your eyes.
  • Page 79 Using Preset Manual Use the procedure below to measure the white balance value under the lighting used during shooting. Place a white or gray reference object under the lighting that will be used during shooting. Use the multi selector HI to White balance Auto Auto...

  • Page 80: Continuous Shooting

    Continuous Shooting Enter shooting mode M A (shooting mode) button M A (auto) mode M k button M d button M Continuous M k button Option Description U Single One image is captured each time the shutter-release button is (default setting) pressed.

  • Page 81: Iso Sensitivity

    ISO Sensitivity Enter shooting mode M A (shooting mode) button M A (auto) mode M k button M d button M ISO sensitivity M k button A higher ISO sensitivity allows darker subjects to be captured. Additionally, even with subjects of similar brightness, pictures can be taken at faster shutter speeds, and blurring caused by camera shake and subject movement can be reduced.

  • Page 82: Af Area Mode

    AF Area Mode Enter shooting mode M A (shooting mode) button M A (auto) mode M k button M d button M AF area mode M k button Set how the camera selects the focus area for autofocus. Option Description The camera focuses on the subject in the center of the frame.

  • Page 83: The Smart Portrait Menu

    The Smart Portrait Menu See “Image Mode (Image Size and Quality)” (A60) for information about Image mode. Skin Softening Enter shooting mode M A (shooting mode) button M F Smart portrait mode M k button M d button M Skin softening M k button Option Description When the shutter is released, the camera detects one or...

  • Page 84: Blink Proof

    Blink Proof Enter shooting mode M A (shooting mode) button M F Smart portrait mode M k button M d button M Blink proof M k button Option Description The camera automatically releases the shutter twice with every shot and saves one image in which the subject’s A blink was detected in the eyes are open.

  • Page 85: The Playback Menu

    The Playback Menu See “Editing Images (Still Images)” (A47) for information about image editing functions. Slide Show Press the c button (playback mode) M d button M Slide show M k button Play back images one by one in an automated “slide show.” When movie files are played back in the slide show, only the first frame of each movie is displayed.

  • Page 86: Protect

    Protect Press the c button (playback mode) M d button M Protect M k button The camera protects selected images from accidental deletion. Select images to protect or cancel protection from the image selection screen (A72). Note that formatting the memory card or the camera’s internal memory permanently deletes all data including protected files (A82).

  • Page 87: Copy (Copy Between The Memory Card And Internal Memory)

    Copy (Copy Between the Memory Card and Internal Memory) Press the c button (playback mode) M d button M Copy M k button Images can be copied between a memory card and the internal memory. When a memory card that contains no images is inserted and the camera is switched to playback mode, Memory contains no images.

  • Page 88: The Image Selection Screen

    The Image Selection Screen When an image selection screen such as the Protect one shown on the right is displayed while operating the camera, follow the procedures described below to select the images. Back Use the multi selector JK to Protect select an image.

  • Page 89: The Movie Menu

    The Movie Menu Movie Options Enter shooting mode M d button M D menu icon M Movie options M k button Select the desired movie option to record. Memory cards with an SD Speed Class rating of 6 or faster are recommended for recording movies (A113).

  • Page 90: Wind Noise Reduction

    Wind Noise Reduction Enter shooting mode M d button M D menu icon M Wind noise reduction M k button Option Description Reduces the sound that is produced when wind passes Y On over the microphone during movie recording. Other sounds may become difficult to hear during playback.

  • Page 91: The Setup Menu

    The Setup Menu Time Zone and Date Press the d button M z menu icon M Time zone and date M k button Set the camera clock. Option Description Select a field: Press the multi Date and time selector JK. Edit the date and time: Press Date and time Apply the setting: Select the...
  • Page 92 Setting the Time Zone Use the multi selector HI to Time zone and date Date and time select Time zone and press the Date format k button. Time zone London, Casablanca 1 5 / 1 1 / 2 0 1 5 1 5 : 3 0 Select w Home time zone or Time zone x Travel destination and press...

  • Page 93: Monitor Settings

    Monitor Settings Press the d button M z menu icon M Monitor settings M k button Option Description Photo info Set whether or not to display information in the monitor. Adjust the brightness. Brightness Default setting: 3 Photo Info Shooting mode Playback mode 4 / 4 4 / 4...
  • Page 94 Shooting mode Playback mode 4 / 4 4 / 4 2 5 m 0 s 2 5 m 0 s 0 0 0 4 . J P G 0 0 0 4 . J P G 1 5 0 0 1 5 0 0 Framing 1 5 / 1 1 / 2 0 1 5 1 5 : 3 0...

  • Page 95: Date Stamp

    Date Stamp Press the d button M z menu icon M Date stamp M k button The shooting date and time can be stamped on images when shooting. The information can be printed even when using a printer that does not support the date imprinting function.

  • Page 96: Vibration Reduction

    Vibration Reduction Press the d button M z menu icon M Vibration reduction M k button Select the vibration reduction setting used when shooting. Select Off when using a tripod to stabilize the camera during shooting. Option Description Compensation for camera shake is performed using lens g On (default setting) shift VR.

  • Page 97: Sound Settings

    Sound Settings Press the d button M z menu icon M Sound settings M k button Option Description When On (default setting) is selected, the camera produces one beep when operations are performed, two beeps when Button sound focus is acquired on the subject, and three beeps when an error occurs.

  • Page 98: Format Card/Format Memory

    Format Card/Format Memory Press the d button M z menu icon M Format card/Format memory M k button Use this option to format a memory card or the internal memory. Formatting the memory cards or internal memory permanently deletes all data. Data that has been deleted cannot be recovered. Make sure to save important images to a computer before formatting.

  • Page 99: Language

    Language Press the d button M z menu icon M Language M k button Select a language for display of camera menus and messages. Video Mode Press the d button M z menu icon M Video mode M k button Adjust settings for connection to a TV.

  • Page 100: Reset All

    To ensure that the camera shows the correct battery level (A10), select the type that matches the batteries currently in use. Option Description k Alkaline (default setting) LR6/L40 (AA-size) alkaline batteries Nikon EN-MH2 rechargeable Ni-MH (nickel metal l COOLPIX (Ni-MH) hydride) batteries m Lithium FR6/L91 (AA-size) lithium batteries Firmware Version Press the d button M z menu icon M Firmware version M k button View the current camera firmware version.

  • Page 101: Connecting The Camera To A Tv, Printer, Or Computer

    Connecting the Camera to a TV, Printer, or Computer You can enhance your enjoyment of images and movies by connecting the camera to a TV, printer, or computer. USB/audio/video output connector Open the Insert the plug connector cover. straight. Before connecting the camera to an external device, make sure the remaining battery level is sufficient and turn the camera off.
  • Page 102 Viewing images on a TV Images and movies captured with the camera can be viewed on a TV. Connection method: Connect the video and audio plugs of the optional audio video cable to the TV’s input jacks. Printing images without using a computer If you connect the camera to a PictBridge-compatible printer, you can print images without using a computer.

  • Page 103: Connecting The Camera To A Tv (Playback On A Tv)

    Connecting the Camera to a TV (Playback on a TV) Turn off the camera and connect it to the TV. Make sure that the plugs are properly oriented. Do not insert or remove the plugs at an angle when connecting or disconnecting them. Yellow White Set the TV’s input to external input.

  • Page 104: Connecting The Camera To A Printer (Direct Print)

    Connecting the Camera to a Printer (Direct Print) Users of PictBridge-compatible printers can connect the camera directly to the printer and print images without using a computer. Connecting the Camera to a Printer Turn on the printer. Turn off the camera and connect it to the printer using the USB cable.

  • Page 105: Printing Images One At A Time

    Printing Images One at a Time Use the multi selector JK to Print selection 15/11/2015 No. 32 select the desired image and press the k button. Move the zoom control toward f (h) to switch to thumbnail playback or g (i) to switch to full-frame playback.

  • Page 106: Printing Multiple Images

    Printing Multiple Images When the Print selection screen Print selection is displayed, press the d (menu) 15/11/2015 No. 32 button. Use the multi selector HI to Print menu select Paper size and press the k button. Print selection Select the desired paper size and press the Print all images k button.
  • Page 107 Print selection Select images (up to 99) and the Print selection number of copies (up to 9) of each. Use the multi selector JK to select images, and use HI to specify the number of copies to be printed. Images selected for printing are indicated by a and the number Back of copies to be printed.

  • Page 108: Using Viewnx 2 (Transferring Images To A Computer)

    ViewNX 2 installer from the website below and follow the on- screen installation instructions. http://nikonimglib.com/nvnx/ For system requirements and other information, see the Nikon website for your region. Transferring Images to a Computer Prepare a memory card that contains images.
  • Page 109 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 110: Technical Notes

    Technical Notes Caring for the Product ................... 95 The Camera....................95 Batteries ...................... 96 Memory Cards................... 97 Cleaning and Storage ..................98 Cleaning...................... 98 Storage ......................98 Error Messages ....................99 Troubleshooting ....................102 File Names......................108 Optional Accessories..................109 Specifications....................110 Approved Memory Cards ..............113 Index........................115...

  • Page 111: Caring For The Product

    Caring for the Product Observe the precautions described below in addition to the warnings in “For Your Safety” (Av–vii) 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.

  • Page 112: Batteries

    Notes About Smear White or colored streaks may be visible when bright subjects are framed in the monitor. This phenomenon, known as “smear,” occurs when extremely bright light strikes the image sensor; it is characteristic of image sensors and does not indicate a malfunction. Smear may also take the form of partial discoloration in the monitor during shooting.

  • Page 113: Memory Cards

    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. Remaining Battery Charge If you insert discharged batteries into the camera, the camera may indicate that the batteries have adequate charge remaining.

  • Page 114: 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). To remove fingerprints or other stains that cannot be removed with a Lens blower, wipe the lens with a soft cloth, using a spiral motion that...

  • Page 115: Error Messages

    6, 102 and turn the camera on. on again. If the error persists, contact your retailer or Nikon-authorized service representative. The write-protect switch is in the “lock” Memory card is write position. Slide the write-protect switch to the –...
  • Page 116 An error occurred in the camera’s internal circuitry. Turn the camera off, remove and reinsert the System error batteries, and turn the camera on. If the error persists, contact your retailer or Nikon- authorized service representative. Printer error: check After solving the problem, select Resume –...
  • Page 117 Display Cause/Solution Remove the jammed paper, select Resume, Printer error: paper jam. – and press the k button to resume printing.* Load the specified size of paper, select Printer error: out of Resume, and press the k button to resume –...

  • Page 118: 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. Power, Display, Settings Issues Problem Cause/Solution Wait for recording to end. If the problem persists, turn the camera off.
  • Page 119 Problem Cause/Solution O flashes on the If the camera clock has not been set, O flashes screen. on the shooting screen, and images and movies saved before the clock is set are dated “00/00/ 0000 00:00” and “01/01/2015 00:00” respectively. Set the correct time and date for Time zone and 3, 75 Date and time of...
  • Page 120 Problem Cause/Solution The subject is too close. Try shooting using scene 19, 20, auto selector mode, Close-up scene mode, or 22, 24, The camera macro mode. cannot focus. The subject is hard to focus on. Set AF assist in the setup menu to Auto. Turn the camera off and then on again.
  • Page 121 Problem Cause/Solution Images appear The lens is dirty. Clean the lens. smeared. Colors are White balance or hue is not adjusted properly. 24, 62 unnatural. The subject is dark and the shutter speed is too Randomly spaced slow, or ISO sensitivity is too high. Noise can be bright pixels reduced by: (“noise”) appear in...
  • Page 122 85, 92 does not start The camera is not recognized by the computer. – when the camera The computer is not set to start Nikon Transfer 2 – is connected to a automatically. For more information about Nikon computer. Transfer 2, refer to help information contained in...
  • Page 123 Problem Cause/Solution Images to be The memory card contains no images. – printed are not Remove the memory card to print images in the displayed. internal memory. The camera cannot be used to select the paper size in the following situations, even when printing from Cannot select a PictBridge-compatible printer.

  • Page 124: File Names

    File Names Images or movies are assigned file names as follows. File name: DSCN 0001 .JPG Not shown on the screen of the camera. DSCN: Original still images, movies SSCN: Small picture copies (1) Identifier RSCN: Cropped copies FSCN: Images created by an image editing function other than crop and small picture, movies created by the movie editing function Assigned in ascending order, starting with “0001”...

  • Page 125: Optional Accessories

    Optional Accessories Battery Charger MH-73 (includes four EN-MH2 rechargeable Ni-MH batteries) Battery charger, Replacement rechargeable batteries: Rechargeable rechargeable batteries* Ni-MH batteries EN-MH2-B4 (set of four EN-MH2 batteries) AC adapter AC Adapter EH-67 Audio/video cable Audio Video Cable EG-CP14 Hand strap Hand Strap AH-CP1 * When using EN-MH2 rechargeable Ni-MH batteries with the camera, charge the batteries four at a time using Battery Charger MH-73.

  • Page 126: Specifications

    Specifications Nikon COOLPIX L340 Digital Camera Type Compact digital camera 20.2 million (Image processing may reduce the Number of effective pixels number of effective pixels.) Image sensor -in. type CCD; approx. 20.48 million total pixels Lens NIKKOR lens with 28× optical zoom 4.0–112 mm (angle of view equivalent to that of...
  • Page 127 20M (High) [5152 × 3864P] 20M [5152 × 3864] 10M [3648 × 2736] Image size 4M [2272 × 1704] (pixels) 2M [1600 × 1200] VGA [640 × 480] 16:9 [5120 × 2880] 1:1 [3864 × 3864] ISO sensitivity (Standard output ISO 80–1600 sensitivity) Exposure...
  • Page 128 Recording may end before this limit is reached if camera temperature becomes elevated. 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.

  • Page 129: Approved Memory Cards

    SDXC, SDHC, and SD Logos are trademarks of 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.
  • Page 130 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 131: Index

    Index Auto flash ..........33 Symbols R ..........27 Auto mode ........19, 31 g (Telephoto)......... 14 Auto off..........13, 81 f (Wide-angle)........14 Autofocus........42, 73 i Playback zoom ......16, 45 Autofocus mode........73 h Thumbnail playback..16, 46 x Scene auto selector mode Backlighting o......
  • Page 132 Flash mode ........20, 32 Night landscape j......23 Focus............39 Night portrait e......23, 24 Focus area..........13 Nikon Transfer 2........93 Focus indicator......... 3 Nostalgic sepia E......29 Focus lock..........43 Number of exposures remaining Food u ..........23, 24 ..............
  • Page 133 Playback menu ......58, 69 Single-frame shooting...... 64 Playback mode ........16 Skin softening ....... 49, 67 Playback zoom......16, 45 Slide show..........69 Pop l............29 Slow sync........... 33 Portrait b ..........23 Small picture........... 50 Power switch/power-on lamp... 1, 9 Smart portrait menu....
  • Page 134 Zoom ............14 Zoom control ......1, 12, 14 Zoom in............14 Zoom out..........14...
  • Page 135 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 CORPORA- TION. CT4L01(11) 6MN51311-01...

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