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The Nikon Guide to Digital Photography
with the
DIGITAL CAMERA
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Product Documentation
The documentation for this product includes the manuals listed below. Please be
sure to read all instructions thoroughly to get the most from your camera.
Quick-Start Guide
The Quick-Start Guide takes you through the process of unpacking and setting
up your Nikon digital camera, taking your first pictures, and transferring them to
your computer.
Guide to Digital Photography
The Guide to Digital Photography (this manual) provides complete operating
instructions for your camera.
Nikon View Reference Manual
The Nikon View Reference Manual can be found in electronic format on the
reference CD provided with your camera. For information on viewing the
Reference Manual, see "Reference: Connections" in this manual.
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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.
Caring for the Camera and Battery
The consequences that could result from failure to observe the
precautions listed in this section are indicated by the following
symbols:
This icon marks warnings,
information that should be
read before using your Nikon
product to prevent possible
injury.
This icon marks cautions,
information that should be
read before using your Nikon
product to prevent damage to
the equipment.
WARNINGS
Do not look at the sun through the viewfinder
Viewing the sun or other strong light source through the viewfinder could
cause permanent visual impairment.
Turn off immediately in the event of malfunction
Should you notice smoke or an unusual smell coming from the equipment or
from the AC adapter (available separately), unplug the AC adapter and remove
the battery immediately, taking care to avoid burns. Continued operation could
result in injury. After removing the battery, take the equipment to a Nikon-
authorized service center for inspection.
Do not use 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.
Do not place strap around neck
Placing the camera strap around your neck could result in strangulation.
Special care should be taken to avoid placing the strap around the neck of an
infant or child.
Do not disassemble
Touching the product's internal parts could result in injury. In the event of a
malfunction, the product should be repaired only by a qualified technician.
Should the product break open as the result of a fall or other accident, remove
the battery and/or AC adapter and then take the product to a Nikon-
authorized service center for inspection.
Observe proper precautions when handling batteries
Batteries may leak or explode if improperly handled. Observe the following
precautions when handling batteries for use in this product:
• Be sure the product is off before replacing the battery. If you are using an AC
adapter, be sure it is unplugged.
• Use only the Nikon EN-EL1 lithium-ion battery or a 6V 2CR5 (DL245) lithium
battery.
• When inserting the battery, do not attempt to insert it upside down or
backwards.
• Do not short or disassemble the battery.
• Do not expose the battery to flame or to excessive heat.
• Do not immerse in or expose to water.
• Do not transport or store with metal objects such as necklaces or hairpins.
• Batteries are prone to leakage when fully discharged. To avoid damage to
the product, be sure to remove the battery when no charge remains.
• When the battery is not in use, attach the terminal cover and store in a cool
place.
• Immediately after use, or when the product is used on battery power for an
extended period, the battery may become hot. Before removing the battery,
turn the camera off and allow the battery to cool.
• When used with a 2CR5 (DL245) lithium battery, the camera grip may
become noticeably warm, but this does not indicate a malfunction.
• Discontinue use immediately should you notice any changes in the battery,
such as discoloration or deformation.
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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.
Keep out of reach of children
Particular care should be taken to prevent infants from putting the battery or
other small parts into their mouths.
Removing memory cards
Memory cards may become hot during use. Observe due caution when
removing memory cards from the camera.
CD-ROMs
The CD-ROMs on which the software and manuals are distributed should not
be played back on audio CD equipment. Playing CD-ROMs on an audio CD
player could cause hearing loss or damage the equipment.
Observe caution when operating the flash
Using the flash close to your subject's eyes could cause temporary visual
impairment. Particular care should be observed if photographing infants, when
the flash should be no less than one meter (3.3 ft.) from the subject.
When using the viewfinder
When operating the mode dial and the zoom button with your eye to the
viewfinder, care should be taken not to put your finger in your eye accidentally.
Avoid contact with liquid crystal
Should the monitor break, care should be taken to avoid injury due to broken
glass and to prevent liquid crystal from the monitor touching the skin or
entering the eyes or mouth.
CAUTIONS
Keep dry
This product is not waterproof, and may malfunction if immersed in water or
exposed to high levels of humidity. Rusting of the internal mechanism can
cause irreparable damage.
Keep free of salt, sand, and dust
After using your camera at the beach or seaside, wipe off any sand or salt
with a lightly dampened cloth and then dry your camera thoroughly.
Do not touch the lens with your fingers
The proper procedure for cleaning the lens is described in "Technical Notes:
Caring for Your Camera."
Handle the lens and all moving parts with care
Do not apply force to the lens or to the battery, card, or connector. These
parts are especially susceptible to damage.
Turn the product off before removing the battery or unplugging
the AC adapter
Do not unplug the product or remove the battery while the product is on, or
while images are being recorded or deleted from memory. Forcibly cutting
power to the product in these circumstances could result in loss of data or in
damage to the internal circuitry or memory. To prevent an accidental
interruption of power, avoid carrying the product from one location to another
while the AC adapter is connected.
Do not drop
The product may malfunction if subjected to strong shocks or vibration.
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Keep away from strong magnetic fields
Do not use or store this device in the vicinity of equipment that generates
strong electromagnetic radiation or magnetic fields. Strong static charges or
the magnetic fields produced by equipment such as radio transmitters could
interfere with the monitor, damage data stored on the memory card, or affect
the product's internal circuitry.
Avoid sudden changes in temperature
Sudden changes in temperature, such as occur when entering or leaving a
heated building on a cold day, can cause condensation inside the device. To
prevent condensation, place the device in a carrying case or a plastic bag
before exposing it to sudden changes in temperature.
Notes on the Monitor
• The monitor may contain a few pixels that are always lit or that do not light.
This is a characteristic common to all TFT LCD monitors and does not
indicate a malfunction. Images recorded with the product will not be
affected.
• Images in the monitor may be difficult to see in a bright light.
• The monitor is lit by a fluorescent backlight. Should the monitor begin to dim
or flicker, contact your Nikon service representative.
• Do not apply pressure to the monitor, as this could cause damage or
malfunction. Dust or lint adhering to the monitor can be removed with a
blower brush. Stains can be removed by rubbing the surface lightly with a
soft cloth or chamois leather.
• Should the monitor break, care should be taken to avoid injury due to
broken glass and to prevent the liquid crystal from the monitor touching the
skin or entering the eyes or mouth.
Batteries
• When you turn the device on, check the battery-level displayed in the
monitor to determine whether the battery needs to be replaced. The battery
needs to be replaced when the battery-level indicator appears.
• Ready a spare battery and keep it fully charged when taking pictures on
important occasions. Depending on your location, you may find it difficult to
purchase replacement batteries on short notice.
• On cold days, the capacity of batteries tends to decrease. Be sure the
battery is fully charged before taking pictures outside in cold weather. Keep
a spare battery in a warm place and exchange the two as necessary. Once
warmed, a cold battery may recover some of its charge.
• Should the battery terminals become dirty, wipe them off with a clean, dry
cloth before use.
Memory cards
• Turn the power off before inserting or removing memory cards. Inserting or
removing cards with the power on could render them unusable.
• Insert memory cards as shown in the illustration at
right. Inserting cards upside down or backwards
could damage the camera or the card.
Storage
• To prevent mold or mildew, store the camera in a dry, well-ventilated area. If
you will not be using the product for a long period of time, remove the
battery to prevent leakage and store the camera in a plastic bag containing a
desiccant. Do not, however, store the camera case in a plastic bag, as this
may cause the material to deteriorate. Note that desiccant gradually loses its
capacity to absorb moisture and should be replaced at regular intervals.
• Do not store the camera with naphtha or camphor moth balls, close to
equipment that produces strong magnetic fields, or in areas subject to
extremes of temperature, for example near a space heater or in a closed
vehicle on a hot day.
• To prevent mold or mildew, take the camera out of storage at least once a
month. Turn the camera on and release the shutter a few times before
putting the camera away again.
• Store the battery in a cool, dry place.
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Notices
• No part of the manuals included with this product may be reproduced,
transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any
language in any form, by any means, without Nikon's prior written permission.
• 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.
• While every effort has been 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).
Notice for customers in Canada
CAUTION
This class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference
Causing Equipment Regulations.
ATTENTION
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement
sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada.
Tested To Comply
With FCC Standards
Notice for customers in the U.S.A.
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Radio Frequency Interference
Statement
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This equipment has been tested and found to
comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions,
may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this
equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which
can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to
try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE
receiver is connected.
• 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.
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.
Tel.: 631-547-4200
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Notice Concerning Prohibition of Copying or Reproduction
Note that simply being in possession of material that has been digitally
copied or reproduced by means of a scanner, digital camera or other
device is punishable by law.
• Items prohibited by law from being copied or reproduced
Do not copy or reproduce paper money, coins, securities, government bonds, or
local government bonds, even if such copies or reproductions are stamped
"Sample."
The copying or reproduction of paper money, coins, or securities which are
circulated in a foreign country is prohibited.
Unless the prior permission of the government has been obtained, the copying
or reproduction of unused postage stamps or post cards issued by the
government is prohibited.
The copying or reproduction of stamps issued by the government and of
certified documents stipulated by law is prohibited.
• Cautions on certain copies and reproductions
The government has issued cautions on copies or reproductions of securities
issued by private companies (shares, bills, checks, gift certificates, etc.),
commuter passes, or coupon tickets, except when a minimum of necessary
copies are to be provided for business use by a company. Also, do not copy or
reproduce passports issued by the government, licenses issued by public
agencies and private groups, ID cards, and tickets, such as passes and meal
coupons.
• Comply with copyright notices
The copying or reproduction of copyrighted creative works such as books,
music, paintings, woodcut prints, maps, drawings, movies, and photographs is
prohibited except when it is done for personal use at home or for similar
restricted and non-commercial use.
Trademark Information
Apple, the Apple logo, Macintosh, Mac OS, Power Macintosh, PowerBook, and
QuickTime are registered trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc. Finder, Macintosh PC
Exchange, Power Mac, iMac, and iBook are trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc.
IBM and IBM PC/AT are registered trademarks of International Business Machines
Corporation. PowerPC is a trademark of International Business Machines
Corporation, used under license. Microsoft is a registered trademark, and
Windows, MS-Windows and Windows NT trademarks, of Microsoft Corporation.
Internet Explorer is a product of Microsoft Corporation. Pentium and i486 are
trademarks of Intel Corporation. Internet is a trademark of Digital Equipment
Corporation. Netscape and Netscape Navigator are registered trademarks of
Netscape Communications Corporation. CompactFlash is a trademark of SanDisk
Corporation. Lexar Media is a trademark of Lexar Media Corporation. Adobe and
Acrobat are registered trademarks of Adobe Systems Inc. Zip is a registered
trademark of Iomega Corporation in the U.S. and other countries. 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.
A Note on Electronically Controlled Cameras
In extremely rare instances, unusual characters may appear in the monitor and
the camera may stop functioning. In most cases, this phenomenon is caused by
a strong external static charge. Turn the camera off, remove and replace the
battery, and turn the camera on again. If you are using an AC adapter,
disconnect and reconnect the adapter, and turn the camera on again. If the
camera continues to malfunction after performing the above operation, contact
retailer or Nikon representative. Note that performing the above operation may
eliminate data not recorded to the CF memory card at the time the camera
stopped functioning. Data already recorded to the CF memory card will not be
affected.
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Table of Contents
Product Documentation .....................................................................................3
For Your Safety ...............................................................................................4-9
Notices .......................................................................................................10-13
Introduction: Before You Begin ................................................17-39
Overview: About This Manual ....................................................18-19
Getting to Know the COOLPIX885:
Where to Find It—Parts of the COOLPIX885..........................................20-21
How to Use It—Camera Controls and Displays......................................22-29
Menu Guide: Using Camera Menus...........................................30-39
Viewing the Menus......................................................................................31
Making a Selection......................................................................................32
Accessing Multi-Page Menus ......................................................................33
Index to Menu Options ..........................................................................34-39
The SET-UP Menu ............................................................................34-35
The Shooting Menu ..........................................................................36-37
The Playback Menu ..........................................................................38-39
Tutorial: Getting Started ............................................................41-73
First Steps: Getting Ready to Use Your Camera.......................42-53
1. Attach the Camera Strap and Lens Cap ................................................43
Insert the Battery ..............................................................................44-46
2.
3.
Insert the CF Memory Card ..............................................................47-49
4. Check the Battery Level .........................................................................50
5. Choose a Language...............................................................................51
6. Set the Date and Time......................................................................52-53
Taking Pictures............................................................................54-67
1. Ready the Camera (AUTO Mode) .....................................................55-56
2. Adjust Camera Settings (Optional)..........................................................57
3. Compose the Picture ........................................................................58-59
4. Focus and Shoot ..............................................................................60-61
5. Check the Results..................................................................................62
6. Turn the Camera Off...............................................................................62
7. Assisted Creative Photography: Select Scene Mode ........................63-67
Reviewing and Deleting..............................................................68-73
Quick Review ..............................................................................................70
Full-Screen Review......................................................................................71
Thumbnail Review .......................................................................................72
Selecting images for transfer to the computer.............................................73
Where Do I Go from Here?:
Doing More with Your Digital Camera .................................75-85
How Do I Send Pictures to My Friends and Family?:
Distributing Photos by E-Mail and the Web .........................76-81
Creating Small Picture Files for E-Mail and the Web...............................76-79
Distributing Images Electronically ...........................................................80-81
How Do I Make Prints?: From Data to Paper............................82-84
Taking Pictures for Printing ..........................................................................82
Digital Print-Order Format (DPOF) ...............................................................83
Printing from Removable Media...................................................................84
How Do I Keep Track of My Photos?:
Using Image Database Software ................................................85
Reference: The Details ............................................................87-205
Beyond Point-and-Shoot..........................................................88-101
Creative Photography: Choosing a Mode .............................................88-89
Framing Pictures: Optical and Digital Zoom ...........................................90-91
Focusing Near and Far: Focus Mode Button .........................................92-94
Delaying Shutter Release: Self-Timer Mode ...........................................95-96
Throwing Light on Your Subject: The Flash Button.................................97-99
Bright, Dark, and High-Contrast Subjects: Exposure Compensation .........100
Choosing a Focus Area: Manual Focus-Area Selection .............................101
Camera Setup: The SETUP Menu..........................................102-125
To View the SET-UP Menu ........................................................................102
Making Effective Use of Memory: Image Size and Quality Menu ........103-107
Organizing Your Pictures: The Folders Menu......................................108-112
Monitor Options .................................................................................113-114
Conserving Battery Power: The Auto Off Menu .........................................115
File Numbering: The Seq. Number Menu ..................................................116
CF Card Format ........................................................................................117
Storing Camera Settings: The Controls Menu ...........................................118
Confirming Shutter Release: The Shot Confirm Lamp Menu......................119
Photo Information and Transfer Setting: The Pic Data/Transfer Menu.120-121
The Date Menu .........................................................................................122
Choosing a Video Standard: The Video Mode Menu.................................122
The Language Menu .................................................................................123
Restoring Default Settings: The Reset All Menu .................................124-125
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