Contents

Cautions Safety Precautions A Note on Memory Cards Other Cautions Overview Parts and Accessories Whats in this Package Optional Accessories Parts of the COOLPIX 900 The Control Panel and Color LCD Monitor Through the Viewfinder First Steps Attaching the Camera Strap Putting Batteries in Your Camera Using the AC Adapter Inserting and Removing Memory Cards Checking the Battery Level Choosing a Language for the Menus Setting the Time and Date Basic Photography (A-REC) Basic Photography: Reference Using the Flash Focus Settings Using the Self-Timer Image Quality

DIGITAL CAMERA

COOLPIX 900

Reference Manual

Advanced Settings (M-REC) The Shooting Menu Exposure Compensation Metering Method Continuous (Digital Motor Drive) White Balance Image Adjustment Extra Functions LCD Brightness Auto Off Formatting Memory Cards LCD On/Off Restoring Default Settings Playback The Playback Menu Deleting Multiple Photographs from Memory Slideshow Protecting Photographs from Deletion Hiding Photographs Auto Off Connections Connecting the Camera to a Television Reading Memory Cards with a Computer Connecting the Camera to a Computer Caring for Your Camera Cleaning Storage Troubleshooting General Problems Error Messages Contents

Specifications

Cautions
The reproduction of this manual in whole or in part is prohibited save in cases in which Nikons prior permission has been obtained.

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The symbols in this manual signify important safety precautions. All passages marked with this indication should be read prior to installation to prevent injury to yourself or to others. The information contained in this manual is subject to change These indications are also placed in the table of contents to without notice. mark passages that should be read before use. Nikon has made every effort to produce a perfect manual, but should you find any mistakes, we would be grateful if you Symbol would kindly let us know. The address of Nikons representative in your area is provided separately. The symbols in this manual signify the need for caution when Nikon is not liable for damages resulting from the use of this product. using the product. These indications are placed in sections that should be read before operation to prevent damage to the product.

Trademark Information

Macintosh is a registered trademark of Apple Computer Inc. Microsoft is a registered trademark, and Windows a trademark, of Microsoft corporation. IBM PC/AT is a trademark of International Business Machines Corporation. CompactFlash is a trademark of SanDisk Corporation. Adobe and Acrobat are registered trademarks of Adobe Systems Inc. All other trade names mentioned in this manual are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders.
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Radio Frequency Interference Statement

CAUTIONS

Modifications This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the The FCC requires the user to be notified that any changes or limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC modifications made to this device that are not expressly apRules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protec- proved by Nikon Corporation may void the user's authority to tion against harmful interference in a residential installation. This operate the equipment. equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency Serial Cables energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communi- Use the serial cables provided with your COOLPIX 900 (see page 12 of this manual). Using other interface cables may cations. However, there is no guarantee that interference will exceed the limits of Class B Part 15 of the FCC rules. 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, Notice for customers in Canada the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one CAUTION or more of the following measures: This class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Canadian Interference Causing Equipment Regulations. Increase the separation between the equipment and ATTENTION receiver. Cet appareil numrique de la classe B respecte toutes les Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different exigences du Rglement sur le matriel brouilleur du Canada. from that to which the receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for help. Notice for customers in European countries ACHTUNG Dieses Gert entspricht den Bestimmungen der EG-Direktive 87/308/EEC zur Strungsunterdrckung. Lrmemission kleiner 70 dBA.

Whats in this Package

Purchasers of the COOLPIX 900 should find that the package contains all the items listed below. Should you notice that anything is missing or damaged, contact your retailer immediately.

QUALITY

M REC A PLAY OFF
SC-E900 serial cable (IBM PC/AT RS-232C) (1)
SC-E900M serial cable (Macintosh RS-232C/RS-422) (1)

Users guide (1)

DIGTAL CAM ERA
Software CD-ROM (1) containing Macintosh and Windows browser software Carrying case (1) Open Me First envelope (1) AA (LR6) alkaline batteries (4) Lens cap (1)
COOLPIX 900 digital camera (1)
EC-8CF 8MB compact flash-memory card (1)
Reference CD-ROM (1) containing on-line reference manuals and Adobe Acrobat Reader Fast Track guide (1)

Camera strap (1)

EG-900 video cable (1)
Parts and Accessories: Whats in this Package

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Optional Accessories
At the time of writing, the following optional accessories were available for the COOLPIX 900. Contact your local Nikon representative or retailer for details.
Fish-eye lens-adapter FC-E8 Wide-angle lens-adapter WC-E24 Multi-Flash Bracket Unit SK-E900 EH-30 AC adapter
(shape of cable depends on country of purchase)
EC-AD1 PC-card adapter 8MB, 15MB, 30MB, and 48MB compact flashmemory cards
Parts and Accessories: Optional Accessories

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Parts of the COOLPIX 900
[4] [6] [5] [3] [2] [1] [7] [8] [9]

[ 1] [ 2] [ 3] [ 4]

FINE NORMAL BASIC

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AUTO SLOW

PLAY M REC A REC OFF

[12] [13] [14] [15] [16]
Speedlight (flash) Red-eye reduction lamp Photocell Terminal for synchro-flash unit [ 5] Lens [ 6] Control panel [ 7] Connector for AC adapter (under cover) [ 8] Connector for video cable (under cover) [ 9] Selector dial/Shutter-release button [10] Connector for serial cable (under cover) [11] Viewfinder window [12] QUALITY/Delete button
[13] Focus/Thumbnail button [14] Flash/Multiple Selection button [15] Color LCD monitor [16] Zoom switch [17] Hole for camera strap [18] MONITOR button [19] MENU button [20] Flash indicator [21] Tripod connector [22] Battery cover [23] Diopter dial for adjusting viewfinder focus [24] Autofocus lamp [25] Compact flash memory card slot (under cover) [26] Battery cover release button

When the monitor is on and camera settings are displayed, pressing the MONITOR button will hide the camera settings. Pressing the button a second time will turn the monitor off. To turn the monitor on, press the MONITOR button once. Note: The monitor may be difficult to read in bright light. - 15 -

Through the Viewfinder

The viewfinder contains two frames. The frame on the left is used when taking pictures at a range of 50 cm (twenty inches) or more, that on the right when composing photographs for macro close-up at ranges of cm (3 20). The point marked by the indicator in the center of the viewfinder is used as the focus point for the autofocus operation. For the best results when using programmed autofocus, compose your photographs so that the subject is at the focus point.
Beneath the viewfinder is a diopter dial, which allows users compensate for individual differences in vision by making fine adjustments to viewfinder focus. Should you find that the view through the viewfinder is out of focus even when the image in the color LCD monitor is in focus, adjust viewfinder focus by turning the diopter dial.
[3] [1] Macro close-up field-of-view Use this frame when composing photographs in macro close-up mode [2] Focus point indicator [3] Field of view (normal mode)
Parts and Accessories: Through the Viewfinder

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First Steps
This chapter guides you through the steps you will take after removing the camera from the box, from inserting the batteries to making your first photographs and playing them back. Before you will be able to use your camera, you will need to: attach the camera strap insert batteries or connect the AC adapter insert the compact flash memory card choose the language to be used in the setting and playback menus set the cameras clock-calendar to the current date and time These tasks are detailed on the pages that follow. Once these steps have been completed, your camera will be ready to take photographs and play them back as described at the end of this chapter. More detailed information on camera settings and on playing images back may be found in the chapters following.
Attaching the Camera Strap
Attach the camera strap as shown below.
Note: Feed at least 5 cm (2) of the strap through the final hole.
Keep the strap over your shoulder or around your wrist when carrying the camera.

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Putting Batteries in Your Camera
When putting new batteries in your camera, first rotate the selector dial to OFF (if you are using the AC adapter, you should also unplug the camera). If the camera is on a tripod, the camera must be removed from the tripod before the batteries can be replaced.
Turn the camera upside down and unlatch the battery chamber by pushing the button and sliding the cover away from the camera. Then raise and open the lid.

M RE C A PL OFF AY

Step 2Turn the selector dial to A-REC Select automatic mode by turning the selector dial to A-REC.
After a one- to two-second pause while the camera starts up, current settings will be displayed in the control panel and color LCD monitor (if not visible in the monitor, settings can be displayed by pressing the MONITOR button until they appear).

2. Remove cap

DIGTA L CA MER A
First Steps: Basic Photography (A-REC)
Note: To save battery power, the camera will automatically turn the color LCD monitor off if no operations are performed for thirty seconds (three minutes when menus are displayed). Press the MONITOR button to turn the monitor back on (if the monitor has not been turned off manually, the monitor will come on when the shutter button is half pressed). Note: The camera may become warm during use, but this does not indicate a malfunction.

1. Release latch

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Step 3Check the number of exposures remaining The control panel and color LCD monitor show the number of exposures remaining at the current image quality setting.
Step 4Check the cameras settings In automatic mode, the user can adjust image-quality, flash, and focus settings. The default settings, which produce the best results in most circumstances, are autofocus, automatic flash, and an image quality of normal.

Flash (auto)

Number of exposures remaining
When this number reaches zero, an out of memory message will be displayed in the color LCD monitor (see Troubleshooting, below). Before more photographs can be taken at the current image quality setting, you will need to insert a new memory card or delete items already in memory (see Connections and Deleting Photographs from Memory, below). It may be possible to record more photographs at a different image quality setting. Note: When more than 999 exposures remain, the exposure count will show 999.

Image quality (normal)

Under these settings, the camera will choose the shutter speed and aperture best suited to record subjects at distances of 50 cm (20) or more and the flash will be fired whenever lighting is inadequate. Different settings can be chosen depending on your needs using the buttons next to the control panel. A detailed description of the settings available in automatic mode may be found in the following chapter, Basic Photography: Reference.

A white-balance program can be selected from among AUTO (automatic white balance, the default setting suited to a wide variety of light sources), SUNNY (for bright sunlight), INCANDESCENT (for incandescent light-bulbs), FLUORESCENT (for fluorescent light), CLOUDY (for taking photographs outdoors in overcast conditions), and FLASH (when using the flash). Highlight the desired setting and press the shutter button. An icon corresponding to the chosen program will appear next to WHITE BAL in the shooting menu. At settings other than AUTO, an icon indicating the current white-balance setting will appear in the color LCD monitor when the selector dial is set to M-REC and the monitor is set to display camera settings. Advanced Settings (M-REC): White Balance - 45 -
Brightness can be increased by highlighting BRIGHTNESS and pressing the shutter button. The icon will In M-REC mode, it is possible to adjust digitally the brightness or appear in the shooting menu to show that this option has been selected, and the view through the lens as shown in the color contrast of photographs taken with the camera. Brightness can be increased to bring out poorly-lit portions of the compo- monitor when the selector dial is set to M-REC will be digitally enhanced to make the image brighter (brightness and contrast sition, or decreased to prevent bright portions of the composition from being washed out. Unlike exposure compensation, settings have no effect in A-REC mode). Normal brightness can this is a digital effect which increases or decreases the brightness be restored by selecting STANDARD from the image adjustment menu or by turning the selector dial to OFF. To decrease of all pixels in the image, as opposed to adjusting aperture and BRIGHTNESS. Contrast can be brightness, select shutter speed to increase or decrease exposure. Increasing increased by selecting CONTRAST, or decreased by contrast increases the difference between light and dark CONTRAST. These settings are mutually selecting portions of the image, making shadows and outlines more distinct. Decreasing contrast has the opposite effect. To adjust exclusive and are not cumulative. Only one setting will be in the brightness or contrast of subsequent photographs in M-REC effect at a time; selecting another brightness or contrast setting mode, highlight IMG ADJUST in the shooting menu and press cancels the previous selection. At settings other than STANDARD, the current image adjustment setting is shown in the the shutter button. The following menu will appear. color LCD monitor if it is on and set to display camera settings.

Image Adjustment

I MG A D J U S T

S T ANDARD B R I GH T N E S S B R I GH T N E S S C ON T R A S T C ON T R A S T S E TS H U T T E R
Image adjustment BRIGHTNESS)
To exit the image adjustment menu without changing the brightness or contrast, highlight BK and press the shutter button to return to the shooting menu, or press the MENU button to restore the view through the lens.
Advanced Settings (M-REC): Image Adjustment

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Extra Functions
The COOLPIX 900s extra functions menu offers both digital effects and pre-programmed settings for the optional fish-eye and wide-angle lens adapters. The digital effects available are digital zoom, autoexposure lock, and VGA and/or grayscale recording. A menu of options can be viewed by highlighting EXTRA FUNC in the shooting menu and pressing the shutter button. Options currently selected are marked by an X in the box to the left of the item.
B K E X T R A F UN C E X ECU T E VGA S HO T B L A C K &WH I T E D I G I TAL TELE F I SHEYE W I DEADAP T ER A E L OC K S E TS H U T T E R
VGA SHOT When this option is selected and the selector dial is set to M-REC, photographs will be recorded at a resolution of pixels, one-quarter the cameras usual resolution of 1,pixels. This results in images which require only one quarter the usual amount of memory to store, although with a corresponding loss of detail. In VGA mode, the image-quality indicator in the control panel will blink and the color LCD monitor will show a VGA mark.
The items available in the extra functions menu are described below.
While the camera is in VGA mode, the drive setting CONTINUOUS can not be selected (see Continuous (Digital Motor Drive), above). If digital zoom is chosen, either by selecting DIGITAL TELE from the extra functions menu or by pressing the zoom-in switch until 2 digital zoom is activated, the camera will record pictures in an area in the center of the frame half the usual height and breadth of the area usually recorded and will store the resulting image as a photograph pixels in size. BLACK&WHITE This option is used to create monochrome (grayscale) photographs. While this option is selected, any photographs taken in M-REC mode will be stored as grayscale images and the color LCD monitor will show the view through the cameras lens in black-and-white.

BK RESE T ALL

To return to the shooting menu without changing settings, highlight NO or BK and press the shutter button, or press the MENU button to restore the view through the lens.
RESE T A L L S E T T I NG S T O DE F AU L T VA L UES ? RESE T N O S E TS H U T T E R
Highlight RESET and press the shutter button to restore settings to the following default values: Setting Exposure compensation Metering Continuous White balance Image adjustment Extra functions LCD brightness Auto off Default value 0 matrix single frame automatic standard (no adjustment) all functions off 0 (no adjustment) 30 seconds
Date, language, and LCD on/off settings, together with flash, focus, and image quality settings, are not affected when settings are reset.
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Playback
This chapter describes how to view photographs stored in the flash-memory card, how to create a slide show using these photos, and how to delete unwanted photographs from memory. These playback functions are available when the selector dial is turned to PLAY.
The filename, date-of-recording, and other indicators can be hidden by pressing the MONITOR button. To view the indicators once more, press the MONITOR button until they reappear. If no operations are performed for thirty seconds, the monitor will go off automatically to save power. To turn the monitor on again, press the MONITOR or shutter button. The length of time before the monitor goes off automatically during playback can be set using the playback menu. See Auto Off, below. The photographs in memory can be viewed one at a time using the zoom switch. Press the zoom-in switch (T/v) to page through the photographs one at a time in the order recorded, or view the photographs in reverse order by pressing the zoom-out (W/w) switch. An hourglass icon ( ) will be displayed while each photograph is read from memory. If the zoom switch is pressed before a photograph has been read from memory, the camera will stop reading the current photograph and start reading the next photograph. To select a particular photograph for viewing, press the thumbnail button ( ) located above the color LCD monitor at the base of the control panel. Thumbnail images of the photographs currently in memory will be displayed.

Turning the selector dial to PLAY causes an hourglass icon ( ) to be displayed in the color LCD monitor while the camera reads the most recently recorded photograph from memory and displays it in the monitor (if there is no card in the camera or the card currently in the camera contains no images or is not formatted, an error message will be displayed; error messages are described in Troubleshooting, below). The cameras playback display is shown below.
Filename (the first four letters of the filename are omitted) Image quality Date and time of recording Battery indicator

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The numbers at the bottom right of each thumbnail give its position in memory; the currently selected photograph is marked by a yellow border. Select a photograph for viewing by pressing the zoom-in switch to move forward through the thumbnails or the zoom-out switch to go back. If there are more than nine photographs in memory, pressing the zoom-in switch when the last preview is selected, or pressing the zoom-out switch when the first preview is selected, will cause the next three items in memory to be displayed. Pressing the zoom-in switch when the last item in memory is selected displays the first item in memory, while pressing the zoom-out switch when the first item in memory is selected displays the last item in memory.
Zoom out (W/w) First (oldest) item in memory
When displayed at full size, photographs can be further enlarged by pressing the multiple-selection button ( ). An area in the center of the photograph, half the length and breadth of the original, will be enlarged to fill the monitor.
Press the multiple-selection button a second time to view the photograph in its entirety. To delete the photograph currently displayed in the monitor, or the photograph currently highlighted in the thumbnail list, press the delete button ( ). The following dialog will be displayed.
BK DE L E T E DE L E T E 1 I MA G E
Last (newest) item in memory

Zoom in (T/v)

YES N O S E TS H U T T E R
Once the desired photograph has been selected, press the shutter button to view it at full size.

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Pressing the shutter button with YES highlighted causes the current photograph to be deleted. Once the photograph has been erased from memory, the following message will be displayed.
Note: Once deleted, photographs cannot be recovered; be sure to make copies of any photographs you wish to keep before deleting them from memory (see Connections for information on transferring photographs from memory to a computer). To exit the delete dialog without deleting the currently selected image, press the MENU button, or use the zoom switch to highlight NO or BK and then press the shutter button.

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Deleting Multiple Photographs from Memory
While single photographs can be deleted in playback mode as described at the beginning of this chapter, it is also possible to BK DE L E T E select multiple images for simultaneous deletion or to delete all unprotected photographs currently selected for display. Note that once deleted, photographs cannot be recovered; remember to copy to a computer any images you would like to keep before using the options described below (see Connections for S E TS H U T T E R MU L T I S E L. information on backing up the contents of the cameras memory to a computer). Using the zoom switch, highlight a photograph that you would like to delete. Images not currently visible in the window will To delete multiple images, highlight DELETE in the playback menu and press the shutter button. The following menu will be appear when the zoom switch is used to scroll past the first or last item in the window. Note however that photographs that displayed. have been hidden with HIDE IMAGE will not be displayed BK DE L E T E and hence are not available for deletion. Similarly, images marked with a key icon ( ) are protected and cannot be selected for SE L ECT ED deletion. Having highlighted a photograph you would like to delete, press the delete button ( ) or the multiple selection ALL button ( ). A garbage-can icon ( ) will appear on the selected image, indicating that it has been selected for deletion. S E TS H U T T E R Other images can then be selected in the same way. Images marked with the icon can be deselected by highlighting the image and pressing the or button again.
To select multiple photographs for deletion, highlight SELECTED and press the shutter button. The window shown below will appear.
Playback: Deleting Multiple Photographs from Memory

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After highlighting the last of the images that are to be deleted, press the shutter button to select this and all images marked with a icon for deletion. A confirmation dialog will be displayed.
To delete all photographs currently in memory that are neither hidden nor protected, highlight ALL in the delete menu and press the shutter button. The following dialog will appear.

BK DE L E T E

D E L E T I NG A L L I MA G E S E X C L U D E D ) YES N O S E TS H U T T E R
Select YES and press the shutter button to delete all selected images (if more than six images have been selected, only the first six will be displayed in the confirmation dialog above; all selected images will however be deleted, including those not visible in the dialog). The following message will be displayed and the camera will return to the playback menu, having deleted all selected images.
Highlight YES and press the shutter button to delete all images currently in memory with the exception of those which are hidden or protected. The following message will be displayed and the camera will return to the playback menu, having deleted all unprotected images.

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After highlighting the last of the images you wish to protect, press the shutter button to protect the currently selected image icon. The following message To protect selected photographs from deletion, highlight PRO- and all images marked with the will be displayed and then the camera will return to the playTECT in the playback menu and press the shutter button. The back menu. following window will be displayed.
Protecting Photographs from Deletion

P RO T E C T

S E TS H U T T E R MU L T I S E L.
Using the zoom switch, highlight a photograph that you would like to protect. Images not currently visible will appear when the zoom switch is used to scroll past the first or last item in the window. Photographs that have been hidden with HIDE IMAGE will not be displayed and consequently cannot be protected using this option. Hidden images however cannot be selected and are thus protected from deletion. Having highlighted a photograph you would like to protect, ). A key icon ( ) will press the multiple-selection button ( appear superimposed on the selected image, indicating that it has been selected for protection. Other images can then be selected in the same way. Images already marked with the icon can be deselected by highlighting the image and pressing the button again.
To return to the playback menu without changing the protection status of any photographs, highlight BK and press the shutter button (note that the BK option is only available in the protect window when the first page of thumbnails is displayed). Press the MENU button to return to playback mode while leaving the protection status of all photographs unchanged. Protected photographs cannot be deleted using the DELETESELECTED or DELETEALL options, nor can they be erased from memory by pressing the button while in playback mode. Formatting the memory card will however permanently erase all protected photographs. When the card is read by a computer equipped with a PC card drive (see Connections, below), protected images will appear as read-only files that can be neither deleted nor overwritten.
Playback: Protecting Photographs from Deletion

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Hiding Photographs
When creating a slideshow or playing back photographs for an audience, you may wish to hide some of the photographs in memory. This can be accomplished by highlighting HIDE IMAGE in the playback menu and pressing the shutter button. The following window will be displayed.

B K H I D E I MA G E

To return to the playback menu without hiding or revealing any photographs, highlight BK and press the shutter button (note that the BK option is only available in the protect window when the first page of thumbnails is displayed). Press the MENU button to return to playback mode while leaving all photographs unchanged. Hidden photographs are not displayed in slideshows or when photographs are played back. Except in the hide image window, hidden items are not assigned an item number indicating their position in memory. Hidden photographs cannot be deleted using the DELETESELECTED or DELETE ALL options, nor can they be erased from memory by pressing the button while in playback mode. Formatting the memory card will however permanently erase all hidden photographs. Hidden items will also not be displayed in the protection window. These images will also be hidden when the card is read by a computer equipped with a PC card drive (see Connections, below). On computers running Windows or DOS, such files will only be visible if the user chooses to display hidden files.

Connect the cable to the camera by inserting the black plug into the video jack. The cable can be connected when both the camera and television are on or when either or both are off.
Connecting the Camera to a Television
The COOLPIX 900 can be connected to a television set, making it possible to play photographs back for an audience. To connect the camera to a television set, use the video cable supplied with the camera. Lift up the lid covering the DC-IN and video jacks and flip it forward to reveal the cameras video connector. Connect the yellow plug to the televisions VIDEO IN jack. If your television is connected to a video cassette recorder (VCR), set the input switch on the VCR to LINE and then connect the yellow plug to the VIDEO IN jack on the VCR. Turn the television on and select the video channel. When the selector dial on the COOLPIX 900 is set to M-REC, A-REC, or PLAY, the television should show the image visible in the cameras color LCD monitor. If the camera is being powered by the AC adapter (available separately), the television will continue to display images even after the LCD monitor has gone off automatically. If the lens is rotated to face the same direction as the monitor (self-portrait mode), the image in the television will appear upside down. Note: Depending on the country of purchase, your COOLPIX 900 will be compatible with either the NTSC or the PAL video standard. Be sure that the television uses the same video standard as the camera. Connections: Connecting the Camera to a Television - 67 -

M RE C

PL OFF AY
Insert the adapter into the computers PC-card slot as described in the computers instruction manual (on computers running Photographs stored on the COOLPIX 900s flash-memory card Windows 3.1, it may be necessary to install an ATA RAM card can be read by any PC or Macintosh computer equipped with a driver before the computer will recognize the card). Once the PCMCIA Type II or Type III PC card slot (check your computers card is in place, it will function as would any other drive. Photographs are stored as JPEG files under the filenames used when documentation to determine whether it has the appropriate the camera is in playback mode (see Playback, above) and kind of card slot). The card can also be read using a Compact may be handled as you would other files. If Nikon View 900 has Flash card-reader. Images recorded on the card can be copied been installed, the photographs on the card can be browsed in to the computers hard disk for long-term storage or viewed the same fashion as when the camera is connected directly to a directly using Nikon View 900 or any other software capable of computer. reading JPEG images.

Troubleshooting: General Problems

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Error Messages
When there is a problem with the flash-memory card or with the cameras internal programming and circuitry, an error message will appear superimposed on the image in the color LCD monitor. Below is a list of error messages that may be displayed by the COOLPIX 900 and the steps that should be taken to deal with them. The camera can not detect a flashmemory card. Turn the selector dial to OFF and confirm that the flashmemory card has been correctly inserted in the camera as described in First Steps: Inserting and Removing Memory Cards. Use a Nikon compact flash-memory card.
T H I S CARD C A N NO T B E U S E D OU T O F MEMOR Y CARD I S F U L L
function normally in all other respects, it will not be possible to record or playback photographs until the card has been formatted or replaced. Either there is not enough memory to record an image or the card already contains the maximum of 999 photographs. No photographs can be taken until some images have been deleted from memory as described in Playback. This error occurs when the card contains a photograph with the filename 9999.JPG. The file 9999.JPG must be deleted before more photographs can be taken. If the error persists, transfer all photographs stored on the card to a computer and format the card as described in Advanced Settings: Formatting Memory Cards.

NO C A R D PRESENT

I MA G E C A N NO T BE SAVED
C A R D I S NO T F O R MA T T E D F O R MA T T E D N O
The card has not been formatted for use by the COOLPIX 900. Highlight FORMATTED and press the shutter button to format the current card (this will permanently erase any data on the card), or turn the camera off and replace the card. If NO is selected, although the camera will - 75 -
Troubleshooting: Error Messages
C A R D CON T A I N S NO I MA G E S
This error appears when a card containing no photographs is inserted in the camera and the selector dial is turned to PLAY. The camera cannot be used to play back photographs until at least one image has been recorded on the card, but the menus can still be used and the camera will function normally in M-REC and AREC modes. This error appears when all photographs on the memory card have been hidden using HIDE IMAGE and the selector dial is set to PLAY. It will not be possible to play back or delete images until HIDE IMAGE has been used to allow at least one image to be displayed (see Playback: Hiding Photographs). A computer has overwritten a photograph on the flash memory card and the file can no longer be displayed by the camera in playback mode. Delete the photograph as described in Playback or reformat the card (see Advanced Settings: Formatting Memory Cards) after backing up all photographs you would like to keep.

S Y S T EM E R ROR

An error has occurred in the cameras internal circuitry. Turn the selector dial to OFF to clear the message from the display, wait a few seconds, and then turn the camera on once more. If the message persists, contact your retailer or Nikon representative for servicing.

5 Taking Your Pictures. 23
Photography Tips for iPIX Images. 24 Step 1: Set the Auto Exposure Lock. 26 Step 2: Set the White Balance. 28
Step 3: Take the First Picture. 30 Step 4: Take the Second Picture. 31 Step 5: Finish Your Photo Session. 31

6 Downloading Images. 33

Option 1: Serial or USB Cables. Option 2: PCMCIA Card. Option 3: USB Card Reader. Option 4: Parallel Port Card Reader. 38 38

Welcome to iPIX Imaging

Thank you for your purchase of an iPIX Camera Kit featuring the Nikon Coolpix digital camera. With your kit, you can shoot and build immersive iPIX images in a matter of minutes. iPIX images enable you to step inside an environmentexploring up, down, and all around. It is a solution that has proven valuable for many markets, including real estate, travel, publishing, education, training, and journalism. This book describes the steps to set up your equipment, establish settings on your camera to optimize it for iPIX photography, and download your images to your computer. Two of the most important camera kit components are the fisheye lens and rotator. The fisheye lens attaches to your camera and broadens the field of view (FOV) of your cameras fixed lens. The rotator lets you turn your camera exactly 180capturing one 180 picture, or hemisphere. Two hemispheres are used to create an iPIX image.
The Fisheye Lens attaches to the cameras fixed lens.
The Rotator attaches to the camera base and the tripod.
The fisheye lens and rotator attach to the camera. The rotators are customized for each camera model.
1 - WELCOME TO IPIX IMAGING Supported Camera Models

Supported Camera Models

iPIX photography supports eight Nikon Coolpix digital camera models, including the 700, 800, 880, 885, 900, 950, 990, and 995. This photography guide covers the Coolpix 700, 800, 900, and 950 models. Contact Internet Pictures on the World Wide Web at http://www.ipix.com for guides for camera models not listed here.

The iPIX Picture-taking Process
This iPIX Photography guide explains how to set up your camera and take pictures for iPIX image creation. The picture taking process is illustrated below.

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Select a location and place the camera close to an area of interest. Take the first picture using the settings outlined in this Guide. Rotate the camera 180. Take the second picture. Download the images to your computer.
1 - WELCOME TO IPIX IMAGING Minimum Requirements

Minimum Requirements

The minimum system requirements will depend upon the software you purchased. Your iPIX software manual contains complete details.
Personal Computer Requirements
To use this kit and all included software with your personal computer, you will need: One free serial port, USB port, or a PCMCIA Type II card slot. Microsoft Windows 95, 98, 2000, ME, XP, or Windows NT 4.0 or later. Quad-speed or faster CD-ROM drive. Pentium 133 MHZ or faster processor (166 MHz or faster recommended). 32 MB RAM (64 MB recommended). 75 MB or more free hard disk space. Video display capable of 800 x 600 pixels or higher with 256 colors (65,535 colors or higher recommended).
1 - WELCOME TO IPIX IMAGING Technical Support
Macintosh Computer Requirements
To use this kit and all included software with your Macintosh computer, you will need: One free serial port on your computer, USB port, or a PCMCIA Type II card slot
To use the USB connectivity option, System 8.6 or later must be installed on your computer.
System 8.1 with Appearance Manager installed, System 8.6 or later recommended. QuickTime 4.0 or later installed. Quad-speed or faster CD-ROM drive. PowerPC 603e 180 Mhz or faster processor. 64 MB of physical RAM. 60 MB of free hard disk space. Video display capable of 640 x 480 pixels or higher with 256 colors (thousands of colors or better recommended).

Technical Support

Technical support is available for assistance with any iPIX product by visiting Internet Pictures Corporations Web site located at http://www.ipix.com/support/support.shtml or by calling toll-free (888) 425-0048.

Installing Your Software

Your iPIX Camera Kit includes three or more CD-ROMs: iPIX Software, Nikon Coolpix Reference Manuals, and Nikon View software, depending upon your camera model. iPIX Software. Your iPIX software creates interactive, spherical images by aligning and seaming, two opposing hemispheres taken with a fisheye lens-equipped digital camera. iPIX Viewer Software. The iPIX CD includes the iPIX Viewer, a standalone application for viewing iPIX images. The Viewer software also comes with Internet browser plug-ins for Netscape Navigator/ Communicator, and Microsoft Internet Explorer. Nikon Reference Manuals CD. The Nikon Reference CD contains electronic versions of the available camera documentation. This CD also contains the installation program for Adobe Acrobat Reader. Adobe Acrobat Reader allows you to view, navigate, and print PDF files. Nikon View. The Nikon View software allows your computer and the Nikon Coolpix camera to communicate. The Nikon View software also lets you view the images on your camera and download them to your hard drive.

2 - INSTALLING YOUR SOFTWARE Step 1: Install iPIX Software
Step 1: Install iPIX Software
The iPIX Viewer and iPIX Plug-ins are installed during this process. The exact steps may vary. Please refer to your iPIX User Manual for detailed instructions.

Windows Installation

This procedure will walk you through installing the iPIX software on your computer. 1. Insert the iPIX CD into your CD-ROM drive. The Setup program should start automatically.
If the program does not start, click on the Start button on the Windows Task Bar. Select Run. Type D:\setup.exe (where D: is the letter of your CDROM drive) and press the Enter key on your keyboard.
Select the iPIX software you wish to install. Follow the on-screen instructions.

Macintosh Installation

This procedure will install the iPIX software on your computer.
iPIX software on the Macintosh requires the Appearance Manager and QuickTime. If you do not have these items on your computer, the Installation program will automatically install them. After the installation is completed, you may need to restart your computer.

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Close any open applications and insert the iPIX CD into your CDROM drive. Double-click the iPIX icon when it appears on the desktop, then open the Setup icon. Select the iPIX software you wish to install. Follow the on-screen instructions.
2 - INSTALLING YOUR SOFTWARE Step 2: Install Adobe Acrobat Reader
Step 2: Install Adobe Acrobat Reader
Adobe Acrobat Reader software is used to read the electronic copy of the software manual included with your iPIX software. This step is optional.
1. 2. 3. Turn on your computer and place the iPIX CD in your CD-ROM drive. The setup screen should start automatically. Select the Install Acrobat Reader option. Follow the on-screen directions.
1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Turn on your computer and place the iPIX CD into your CD-ROM drive. Double-click on the iPIX CD icon when it appears on your desktop. Double-click on the Setup icon to start the setup screen. Select the Install Acrobat Reader option to begin. Follow the on-screen directions.
Preparing for Photography
This chapter will walk you through preparing your digital camera for iPIX photography. Some steps are specific to particular camera models. These sections are labeled with the camera model number in the heading. Before you work with your camera, familiarize yourself with your new equipment. Most kits will include software, rotator, fisheye lens, and fisheye lens adapter for your camera. Other optional items, like additional memory cards, memory card readers, tripods, etc., may be included in your kit.

Supported digital camera

Fisheye lens and adapter
Customized rotator for this digital camera model.
Every digital camera supported by Internet Pictures uses a customdesigned fisheye lens, rotator, and lens adapter, like the one shown.

Turning the Camera Off

Before changing batteries and inserting or removing the memory card, make sure that your camera is turned off. To turn your Nikon digital camera off, switch the cameras mode dial to the OFF position.
3 - PREPARING FOR PHOTOGRAPHY Photography Preparations

Photography Preparations

The following instructions in this section will work with any supported Nikon Coolpix digital camera models.
Step 1: Insert the Batteries
1. Remove the batteries from the kit.
If your kit comes with rechargeable batteries, charge the nickel metal hydride (NiMH) batteries before using them in the camera. Only use the charger with NiMH batteries.

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Open the battery compartment on the underside of the camera by pressing the button and sliding the cover out. Slide the battery compartment door out, and lift it up. Insert the batteries according to the inner diagram. Push the flap down and slide it in.

Nikon 950 Nikon 800

Battery compartment with batteries.
The Nikon Coolpix 800 and 950 digital cameras with the battery compartments open.
Step 2: Insert the Memory Card
1. 2. 3. Locate the memory card. Some kits include a larger memory card, like the one shown at right Remove the card from its plastic case. Open the memory card door.
The memory card door is on the underside or side of the camera, depending upon your camera model.

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Gently insert the card. As you insert the card, the Card Release button to the left side will move up. After the card release button pops up, fold the button down. Close the door.
3 - PREPARING FOR PHOTOGRAPHY Assembling Your iPIX Camera Equipment
Assembling Your iPIX Camera Equipment
Careful assembly of your camera equipment and tripod will ensure high iPIX image quality. Make sure your tripod is firmly set up and that you pay close attention to avoid bumping or moving it between pictures.
Step 1: Assemble the Tripod and Rotator
1. 2. Remove the rotator. Extend each tripod leg by starting at the bottom, loosening the twist bolts, and extending it to its full length. Tighten the bolt. Repeat the process for the remaining legs. Turn the base of the rotator clockwise to firmly attach it to the tripod.

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Step 2: Attach the Fisheye Lens Adapter
1. Remove the fisheye lens with attached adapter from the case.
Remove the back lens cap from the fisheye converter lens, being careful not to touch the lens glass. Leave the front fisheye lens cap on until you are ready to shoot.

Attach the back of the fisheye converter lens to the threaded camera lens. Do not over tighten.
Step 3: Attach the Camera to the Rotator
1. 2. 3. Place the camera on the rotator. Align the threaded mount on the bottom of the camera with the thumb screw on the rotator. The camera body will sit differently on the rotator depending upon your camera model. The front of the camera lens should sit directly over the rotators center.

Thumb screw

The rotator cradles and supports the camera body. The camera should have very little movement once it is securely fastened to the rotator.

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Gently turn the thumb screw on the rotator clockwise to secure the camera. Do not over tighten. Turn the rotator until it clicks softly into place. Rotate the camera clockwise by gripping the rotator base until it clicks into place.
To avoid image misalignment or camera/lens damage, rotate the camera clockwise using the rotator base only. Whenever you rotate the camera, make sure the rotator remains securely attached to the tripod.

Setting up Your Camera

iPIX photography uses optimized camera settings. Each time you take iPIX image pairs, the exposure lock should be reset to ensure the highest quality. Some settings are not retained after the camera is turned off. Image quality settings are retained unless the batteries are removed. The first time you use your Nikon Coolpix digital camera, you will need to set the date and time. Refer to your camera manual for detailed instructions. Procedures for setting these options differ according to your camera model. Instructions for each camera appear on separate pages. Locate your camera model in the section heading and follow the instructions. For example, if you have a Nikon Coolpix 800 digital camera, only follow the directions for that camera, and disregard the other models procedures.
4 - SETTING UP YOUR CAMERA Nikon Coolpix 700

Nikon Coolpix 700

This procedure will prepare your Nikon CoolPix 700 digital camera for iPIX photography.

Set Fisheye Lens Mode

1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Pivot the mode dial around the shutter release button on the top of the camera to M-REC mode. Press the Menu button below the back LCD screen twice to show the second page of the Shooting menu. Use the up and down arrow buttons to select Lens. Press the shutter release button to move to the Lens menu. Select Fisheye option from the Lens menu. Press the shutter release button to activate the option. The LCD screen will return to a normal display.

Set the Image Quality

Setting the image quality for IPIX photography is a crucial step. If your images are taken a lower resolution mode, IPIX images created using these hemispheres may appear pixelated. 1. 2. Press the QUAL button on the top of the camera twice until the word FINE appears in the top LCD screen. Turn off the camera by pivoting the switch around the shutter release button to off.
4 - SETTING UP YOUR CAMERA Nikon Coolpix 800

Nikon Coolpix 800

These instructions walk you through setting the image quality and fisheye lens mode on your Nikon Coolpix 800 digital camera.

Select Fisheye Lens Mode

1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Turn the mode dial to M-REC mode. Press the MENU button below the back LCD screen twice to show the second page of the Shooting menu. Use the up and down arrow buttons to select LENS. Press the shutter release button to move to the LENS menu. Select the FISHEYE option from the LENS menu.
Press the shutter release button to activate the option.
Setting the image quality for IPIX photography is a crucial step. If your images are taken at a lower resolution mode, IPIX images created using these hemispheres may appear pixelated. 1. 1. 2. Make sure the camera is in M-REC mode. Press the QUAL button on the top of the camera until the word FINE appears in the top LCD screen. Turn off the camera by pivoting the switch around the shutter release button to the off position.
Your camera is now ready for iPIX Photography.
4 - SETTING UP YOUR CAMERA Nikon Coolpix 900

Nikon Coolpix 900

These instructions walk you through setting the image quality and fisheye lens mode on your Nikon Coolpix 900 digital camera.
1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Pivot the switch around the silver shutter button on the top of the camera to M-REC. Press the Menu button below the back color LCD panel. Select Extra Func from the menu and press the Shutter button to enable it. Select Fisheye from the menu and press the shutter button to select it. An X will appear in the box next to the Fisheye option. Scroll to the top of the menu and select Execute using the arrow buttons. Press the shutter button to enable it.
1. 2. Locate the Quality button on the top of the camera. Press the Quality button until the word Fine appears in the top LCD window.
4 - SETTING UP YOUR CAMERA Nikon Coolpix 950

Nikon Coolpix 950

This procedure walks you through setting the image quality and the Fisheye lens mode on your camera.

1. Pivot the mode dial around the shutter release button on the top of the camera to M-REC mode.
Press the Menu button below the back LCD screen twice to display the second page of the Shooting menu.

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Use the up and down arrow buttons to select Lens. Press the shutter release button to move to the Lens menu. Select the Fisheye 1 option from the Lens menu. Press the shutter release button to activate the option. The LCD screen will return to a normal display.
Setting the image quality for iPIX photography is a crucial step. If your images are taken at a lower resolution mode, iPIX images created using these hemispheres may appear pixelated. 1. 2. Press and hold the QUAL button. Rotate the mode dial on the front of the camera.

Mode dial

The word FINE will appear in the top LCD screen.
The Nikon Coolpix 950 digital camera has several image quality modes: VGA, XGA and high quality. In XGA and VGA modes, the letters VGA or XGA appear next to the word FINE. In high quality mode, FINE appears by itself.

Release the QUAL button.

Taking Your Pictures
This chapter will walk you an iPIX photography session. Every time you take a new set of pictures (after every two shots), you will need to repeat each of these steps, which include taking the first picture, rotating the camera, taking the second picture, and resetting Exposure Lock mode. Before you begin taking pictures, make sure you have everything you need: Freshly charged batteries and a new set of alkaline batteries. Digital cameras use batteries very quickly. Even if you are using nickel metal hydride (NiMH) batteries, they may run down before you are finished taking pictures. Carrying a spare set is always a good idea. The flash must be disabled when you use your Nikon digital camera for iPIX photography. When you set the camera to Fisheye Lens mode, the flash is automatically disabled. Your camera should be in Fine mode when you turn it on. The letters FINE will appear in the top LCD panel. General photography tips are also provided in this chapter. For the best results, it is strongly recommended that you familiarize yourself with the Nikon Coolpix manuals included with your camera before taking any pictures.

5 - TAKING YOUR PICTURES Photography Tips for iPIX Images
Photography Tips for iPIX Images

Composing the Image

Composing an iPIX image involves two major decisions: seam placement and image viewpoint. First, choose where the seam will fall. For example, if you are shooting a living room that features a complex and detailed dried flower arrangement, avoid placing the seam on this area. If you are shooting journalistic or action-packed subjects, such as a sporting event, avoid placing the seam in the areas where most of the action is taking place. Second, determine the point of view by deciding where to place the camera and tripod. iPIX images place the viewer in the middle of the picture, and can make objects appear farther away than they really are. Dont place the tripod exactly between two areas of interest in the scene. Instead, position the tripod such that an area of interest is in the foreground of your scene. Determine the point of view of your shot and adjust the tripod to the appropriate height. Remember that the fisheye lens has over 180 of coverage. Make sure that you remain well behind the tripod when pictures are taken.

Use of Lighting

Lighting plays a crucial role in how your hemispheres look as a completed iPIX image. Just like in traditional photography, you must be aware of light sources. If you take a picture of a room facing the brightest light source, a window for example, then that hemisphere will appear dark in the area surrounding the window. The opposing hemisphere will have a normal exposure. When you build the iPIX image using these two hemispheres, the lighting will be unbalanced, with one half of the image dark, and the other half light. If there is a primary light source, place it on the seam. This will balance the light between the hemispheres and keep overexposure to a minimum. Always use the Exposure Lock setting to capture equal lighting between hemisphere pictures. To even out the lighting on sunny days, blinds or curtains should be closed and all room lights turned on. Do not turn on the flash function.
iPIX photography never involves the use of your cameras flash. Using the flash can cause uneven image exposure between hemispheres. Even if the room is darkened, you will have more consistent results if you do not use the flash.

To set the White Balance: 1. 2. 3. 4. Position the switch around the shutter-release button to MREC mode. Press the Menu button once to display the Shooting menu. Use the zoom buttons to scroll down to White Balance, and press the shutter-release button to select it. Choose the option appropriate to lighting where you are shooting and press the shutter-release button to select it.
Nikon Coolpix 800 Version 1.0 and 950 Versions 1.0, 1.1
To set the White Balance: 1. 2. 3. 4. Position the switch around the shutter-release button to M-REC mode. Press the Menu button once to display the Shooting menu. Use the zoom buttons to scroll down to White Balance, and press the shutter-release button to select it. Choose the option appropriate to lighting where you are shooting and press the shutter-release button to select it.
Nikon Coolpix 800 Version 1.1, and 950 Versions 1.2, 1.3
Cameras with these firmware revisions need to use the Automatic setting for the White Balance option. Follow the directions for your camera model below. To set the White Balance: 1. 2. 3. 4. Position the switch around the shutter-release button to M-REC mode. Press the Menu button once to display the Shooting menu. Use the zoom buttons to scroll down to White Balance, and press the shutter-release button to select it. Choose Auto and press the shutter-release button to select it.
5 - TAKING YOUR PICTURES Step 3: Take the First Picture
Step 3: Take the First Picture
When you take your first set of pictures, be aware of where you are in relation to the cameras field-of-view and the order in which pictures are taken. Sequencing pictures (front/back, back/front) helps to locate matching hemispheres when creating iPIX images in your iPIX software. Make sure that you are not in the range of the fisheye lens when you are taking pictures. Try to avoid capturing people at the edge of the field of view. Take care to not place the IPIX image seam on visually important regions of the image. Make sure your hands are out of the way so they do not appear in the image.

Procedure

1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Position the switch around the shutter-release button to M-REC mode. Point the camera with the lens forward to take the picture. Grasp the rotator clockwise until it clicks into place. Do not turn the rotator using the camera body. Squeeze your thumb and forefinger together to take the picture. This prevents the camera from moving and your pictures from blurring. Once the picture is taken, a review image will appear in the color LCD screen. This picture will be the first half of your iPIX image.
5 - TAKING YOUR PICTURES Step 4: Take the Second Picture
Step 4: Take the Second Picture
The first picture you take using the Auto Exposure Lock will establish the exposure for both the front and back hemispheres. 1. Move the rotator clockwise 180 until it clicks into place.
While rotating the camera, be sure the tripod does not move.

Squeeze your thumb and forefinger together to take the picture. This prevents the camera from moving and your pictures from blurring. Once the picture is taken, a preview image will appear in the color LCD screen. This picture will become the second half of your iPIX image. Reset the AE Lock by following the procedure in Step 1. Repeat Steps 1 through 4 for any additional images.
Always take pictures in pairs, resetting the exposure lock for each new pair.
Step 5: Finish Your Photo Session
The black and white LCD display on the top of the camera shows the number of remaining pictures. Disassemble the camera, lens, rotator, and tripod. Return the components to their protective places in your kit.
5 - TAKING YOUR PICTURES Step 5: Finish Your Photo Session

Downloading Images

There are several ways to download images from your Nikon digital camera to your computer. The most common way is to use the serial or USB cable provided with your camera. Other options include using a PCMCIA adapter card, a parallel port, or a USB memory card reader.
What if I dont have a free serial or USB port?
The adapters included with your camera kit are provided as a convenience to speed image file downloads and are included in order to support a broad range of configurations. Unfortunately, it is not possible to include an adapter for every PC connectivity option. Parallel port memory card readers, USB card readers, and PCMCIA adapter cards are viable alternatives if you do not have an available serial port.
Deleting Images From the Memory Card
After one or more photography sessions, your memory card may have reached full storage capacity. Images can be deleted from the memory card while your camera is attached to the computer, or by using the cameras menus. The Nikon Coolpix Pocket Guide contains directions for deleting images from the memory card.
6 - DOWNLOADING IMAGES Option 1: Serial or USB Cables
Option 1: Serial or USB Cables
Serial and/or USB cables are provided with your camera. The Nikon View software must be installed on your computer to establish a connection between your camera and your computer.

Connecting

These instructions walk you through connecting your camera to the computer. Your camera and computer should be powered off before you begin: 1. 2. 3. Locate the cable for your computer. Connect the cable to the IO port in your camera. Plug the other end of the serial cable into the serial port in your computer.

During file transfer, the data-transfer icon will appear on the cameras top LCD screen. This icon is displayed for up to sixty seconds after the data transfer is complete. Do not disconnect the camera from the computer while the data-transfer icon is displayed.
This icon, which appears on the top LCD screen of the camera, indicates that a file transfer is occurring.
Downloading Images to a PC
Follow these instructions to download the images to your personal computer: To download images to your hard drive using the provided serial cables: 1. 2. 3. Position the cameras mode dial to A-REC, M-REC, or PLAY mode. Open the Nikon View software. Double-click on the Digital Camera icon.
Double-click on the 100NIKON icon. A new window will appear showing small image previews or thumbnails of the pictures stored on the memory card.
Click on the Edit menu and choose Select All. Once all of the images are highlighted, click on an image with your mouse, hold the mouse button down, and drag the images onto your desktop.
Once the image outlines are over the desktop, release the mouse button. Your computer will copy the images from the camera to your hard drive. Move the pictures to another location, if desired.
Close the Nikon View window when you are done. Turn off your camera before disconnecting the cable.
Downloading Images to a Macintosh
To download images from the camera to your Macintosh computer: 1. 2. Open the Control Panels folder by selecting it under the Apple Menu. Choose Nikon View Control from the Control Panels folder.
On the Nikon View Control screen, select the connected camera port from the Port drop-down box.

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Click MOUNT CAMERA NOW to access the camera. The camera will appear as an additional drive on the desktop. Double-click on the camera icon to display the images. Select the images by clicking on their icons and dragging them to your hard drive. After you have copied the files, drag the Nikon View icon to your folder icon or the trash. Turn the camera off, and disconnect the computer and camera.
6 - DOWNLOADING IMAGES Option 2: PCMCIA Card

Option 2: PCMCIA Card

If you have a computer with a Type II PCMCIA card slot, you can use a PCMCIA adapter. Your cameras memory card fits directly inside the PCMCIA adapter. The adapter fits into the appropriate slot in your portable computer, or into a PCMCIA card reader in your desktop computer. Refer to the Nikon Coolpix Reference Manual on the Nikon Reference CD for detailed instructions.
Option 3: USB Card Reader
If your computer has a USB-compatible port, you can use a USB card reader to copy images from a memory card to your hard drive. USB Card readers are available for Macintosh and PC computers from Internet Pictures. The instructions included with the USB Card Reader will walk you through using this device.
Option 4: Parallel Port Card Reader
Another download option is a parallel port memory card reader. This memory card reader works like a Zip drive: a card shows up as a hard drive in Windows Explorer. This option is not directly available through Internet Pictures. For more information on this option, contact your local computer retailer.