Monitor Pre-flash activation
Flash output level setting
Actual flash for shooting
Flashes for data transmission Monitor Pre-flash Master (M) Data transmission from the master unit

Mirror up

Shutter opens
Advanced Wireless Lighting Using the master units LCD, you can set the flash mode and flash output level compensation values independently for each group (A, B and C) and the master unit (M).
Advanced Wireless Lighting procedure (When TTL mode is selected for each Speedlight unit) In Advanced Wireless Lighting, flash mode and other types of information are transmitted to each remote unit in the form of a series of low-level flashes from the master unit. In TTL mode, the cameras exposure metering sensor detects Monitor pre-flashes to determine each flash units output level.
Advanced Wireless Lighting Benefits

A: +1.0 EV M: +1.0 EV

Without compensation
The ability to adjust the flash output level of every flash unit from the camera gives you the freedom to experiment with a variety of settings much faster and more simply than with conventional systems. For convenience in pre-shooting lighting confirmation, use the Modeling Flash function. 4
See where Advanced Wireless Lighting can take you
The following examples show how to create dramatic effects with Advanced Wireless Lighting. From simple wireless lighting with one remote Speedlight to more artistic lighting using four Speedlight groups, these examples will guide you to a new dimension of enjoyment in flash photography.
Emphasize spatial effects through shadows
Create unique perspectives
Illuminate subjects facing different directions
Equipment: Nikon D2x and two SB-800s Setting: The remote Speedlight SB-800 [A] is located at a distance, illuminating the subject from the right. Considering the distance to the subjects, the Speedlight is set at Manual full output to make depth of field larger with a smaller aperture. For the SB-800 [B] attached to the D2x as a master, an umber filter is used to maintain a warm atmosphere based on red. With Manual 1/2 output, the master SB-800 illuminates the whole scene by bouncing light off a white ceiling.
Equipment: Nikon D2x and four SB-800s Setting: The Speedlight SB-800 attached to the D2x as a master is set to Flash Cancel mode and used solely to trigger the remote Speedlights. The remote SB-800s [A] and [C] are both set at TTL (exposure compensated at 0.7 EV for [A] and 1.0 EV for [C]), so that the outline of the subjects faces is pronounced while highlighted areas will not appear washed out. Another remote SB-800 [B] set at TTL (exposure compensated at +0.7 EV) illuminates the window from outside. A blue filter is utilized to create the dramatic shadow of window frames.
Create atmospherics through indirect lighting

*The SB-600 cannot be used as the master unit for Advanced Wireless Lighting operation.

Without filter

With incandescent filter
Speedlight Stand AS-19 For the stable placement of the SB-800. A tripod socket is also provided. SB-600 Specifications
Electronic construction Automatic Insulated Gate Bipolar Transistor (IGBT) and series circuitry Guide number 98 (ISO 100, ft.), 138 (ISO 200, ft.) Angle of coverage 85mm, 70mm, 50mm, 35mm, 28mm, 24mm, 14mm with built-in wide-flash adapter Flash mode i-TTL, D-TTL, TTL (film-based cameras); NonTTL Auto; M (Manual): full, 1/2, 1/4, 1/8, 1/16, 1/32 and 1/64 output Recycling time Approx. 4.0 seconds (Manual at full) Number of flashes Approx. 180 (Manual at full) Bounce capability Flash head tilts up to 90; flash head rotates horizontally 180 to the left or 90 to the right AF-Assist Illuminator Automatically turns on when performing autofocus in dim light or in the dark with AF SLRs; approx. 10m shooting distance with a 50mm f/1.8 lens Power source Four 1.5V LR6 (AA-size alkaline), 1.2V KR-AA (AA-size NiCd), 1.5V R6/AA-size Nickel, 1.2V R6/AA-size Ni-MH) or 1.5V FR6/AA-size lithium batteries Dimensions (W H D) Approx. 3.0 4.9 3.5 in. Weight (without batteries) Approx. 10.6 oz. Accessories provided Speedlight Stand AS-19, Soft Case SS-600
Taking flash pictures under incandescent light with the white balance set to Flash results in an orange-tinted background (left). For natural color throughout the image, use the incandescent filter and set white balance to Incandescent (right).
Specifications apply when fresh LR6 (AA-size alkaline) batteries are used at normal temperature (68F); AF-Assist Illuminator, zoom flash or LCD illuminator is not used.
Specifications apply when fresh LR6 (AA-size alkaline) batteries are used at normal temperature (68F); AF-Assist Illuminator, zoom flash or LCD illuminator is not used. 8 9
Close-up Speedlight Commander Kit R1C1/ Close-up Speedlight Remote Kit R1
The newly developed Nikon Wireless Speedlight system is compatible with the Creative Lighting System and easily enables versatile close-up flash and wireless multiple-flash shooting. The main components of the system are the Wireless Speedlight Commander SU-800, Wireless Remote Speedlight SB-R200, and Attachment Ring SX-1. Wireless close-up flash shooting is made easy by using the SU800 and the SB-R200. The SB-R200 can be handheld or attached to a lens in use via the SX-1. Advanced Wireless Lighting is made possible by using the SU-800 as a commander to control up to three i-TTL Speedlight groups. Whats more, Creative Lighting System features such as AUTO FP High Speed Sync, FV Lock and Modeling Flash are available with the system, and a variety of accessories are available to enhance the enjoyment of flash photography. The system is available as the Close-up Speedlight Commander Kit R1C1 and the Close-up Speedlight Remote Kit R1. The R1C1 package includes: Wireless Speedlight Commander SU-800 Wireless Remote Speedlight SB-R200 (x2) Attachment Ring SX-1 Adapter Rings (5 types) Color Filter Holder SZ-1 (x2) Color Filter Set SJ-R200 (x2) Extreme Close Up Positioning Adapter SW11 (x2) IR Panel for Built-in Flash SG-3IR Flexible Arm Clip SW-C1 Attachment Ring SX-1 Diffuser SW-12 Speedlight Stand AS-20 (x2) The R1 contains all the same components except the Wireless Speedlight Commander SU-800. Recommended lenses: AF Micro-Nikkor 60mm f/2.8D (Optional Adapter Ring UR-5 is required.) AF Micro-Nikkor 105mm f/2.8D AF Micro-Nikkor 200mm f/4D ED-IF

Note: These products (except SJ-R200) can be purchased separately. Setting: Two remote SB-R200 units illuminate small subjects from the right and left to bring out the detail and textures of the material. The Diffuser SW-12 is placed in front of the SB-R200 [B] to soften shadows and render vivid colors. Setting: Speedlight SB-800 [A] is used as a main flash unit to illuminate the table from the upper left. SB-R200 units [B] and [C] are placed on both the right and left sides to eliminate shadows. As a result, a vivid rendition of the foods color and texture is achieved. Setting: SB-R200 [A] is attached to the front of the lens, while SB-R200 [B] is handheld to illuminate the subject from the left, to soften shadows and to highlight the subject. Setting: SB-R200 [A] illuminates the table from above with a blue filter. SB-R200 [B] adds dramatic color effects by bouncing light off the wall with a red filter.
Dual-light flash shooting with a diffuser Equipment: Nikon D70, SU-800 and two SB-R200 units
Triple-light flash shooting Equipment: Nikon D70, SU-800, two SB-R200s and one SB-800
Wireless Speedlight Commander SU-800 Specifications
Transmission mode Infrared-pulse emitting communication using a flash discharge tube Transmission range Approx. 20m for SB-800/SB-600, approx. 4m for SB-R200 at normal setting Number of channels 4 Number of groups 3 Number of transmissions Approx. 1,200 Transmission interval Approx. 1 second Flash light wavelengths Approx. 800 to 1,000nm (infrared ray) Flash coverager Approx. 60 (vertical), approx. 78 (horizontal) Display LCD, ready-light AF-Assist Illuminator Automatically turns on when performing autofocus in dim light or in the dark with AF SLRs; approx. 10m shooting distance with a 50mm f/1.8 lens Power source One 3V CR123A lithium battery Dimensions (W x H x D) Approx. 2.7 3.8 2.3 in. Weight (without battery) Approx. 5.6 oz.
Wireless Remote Speedlight SB-R200 Specifications
Electronic construction Automatic Insulated Gate Bipolar Transistor (IGBT) and series circuitry (for wireless remote flash unit only) Guide number 30 (ISO 100, ft.), 46 (ISO 200, ft.) Angle of coverage 24mm Flash mode i-TTL, D-TTL, TTL (film-based cameras); Auto Aperture; M (Manual): full ~ 1/64 output (close-up), full ~ 1/128 output (commander) Recycling time Approx. 6.0 seconds (Manual at full) Number of flashes Approx. 290 (Manual at full) Bounce capability Flash head tilts down to 60, or up to 45 Mounting foot Dedicated shoe for Attachment Ring SX-1 or Speedlight Stand AS-20 Target light White LED Display Ready-light Power source One 3V CR123A lithium battery Dimensions (W x H x D) Approx. 3.1 3.0 2.2 in. Weight (without battery) Approx. 4.2 oz.

TTL Multi-Flash Sync Cord SC-26 (4.9 ft.)/SC-27 (9.8 ft.) TTL Multi-Flash Sync Cord SC-26/SC-27 connects TTL flash units to each other through the TTL Remote Cord SC-28/SC-29 for multi-flash operation. (i-TTL/ D-TTL operation is not possible.) TTL Remote Cord SC-24 (4.9 ft.) For TTL flash control when using the Nikon F5 with DW-30 or DW-31.
TTL Multi-Flash Adapter AS-10 Attach the AS-10 to a Nikon Speedlight such as the SB-800 or SB-27. Connect additional TTL Speedlight units with the SC-26 or SC-27. The AS-10, featuring tripod socket, controls up to three TTL Speedlight units.

FLASH ACCESSORIES

Flash Accessories

Power Bracket

Power Bracket Unit SK-6A* Not only does the SK-6A enable you to use the cameramountable SB-800 as a griptype flash, it also offers you remote-flash capability. Used as an external power source, in combination with the Speedlights own power source, the SK-6A reduces minimum recycling time by about half and doubles the total number of flashes available. It accepts six 1.5V LR6 (AA-size alkaline), 1.2V KR-AA (R6/AA-size NiCd) or 1.5V FR6 (AA-size lithium) batteries.
* The SK-6 may be substituted for the SK-6A in some countries.

SK-6A+SB-800+F100

Software for Nikon Digital Cameras
The postproduction imaging tool thats a key element to an efficient, effective digital imaging workflow.
Nikons newly upgraded image-enhancement software affords you the ability to explore digital imaging more in-depth, and grants you a high degree of control via your personal computer.

Nikon Capture 4

A powerful postproduction tool, Nikon Capture 4 comprises Nikon Capture 4 Editor and Nikon Capture 4 Camera Control. Using the software, you can transfer images to your computer, view, edit, and even print them all in a single process. Nikon Capture 4 gives you comprehensive control over the final quality of your Nikon Electronic Format (NEF) image data.
Note: Nikon Capture 4 version 4.4 or later is required with the D200.

Bracket

SB-800 + SC-29
The SC-29 lets you use the SB-800 without attaching it directly to the camera, and even enables AF-Assist Illumination when used with the F6, D2 series.

Adapter

Speedlight Stand
Bracket SK-7 This enables you to attach a TTL Speedlight unit next to a Nikon SLR. By connecting the TTL Speedlight unit and Nikon SLRs accessory shoe with the TTL Remote Cord SC-28/29, you can use the Speedlight as a griptype flash.
Sync Terminal Adapter AS-15 The AS-15 is designed for use with Nikon cameras with standard ISO-type accessory shoes which do not have a sync terminal.

Speedlight Stand AS-19 The Speedlight Stand AS-19 is designed for stable placement of a Nikon Speedlight. Use the AS-19 for setting remote flash unit(s) in multiple remote flash shooting. The AS-19 also features a tripod socket.
Image Processing on NEF (RAW) File Using Nikon Capture 4
Instruction set (Shooting data)
Ordinary Image Processing Workflow

Original image data

Image processing 1
Instruction set Image processing 1

Processed image data

Image processing 2
Image processing 2 Image processing 3

Image processing 3

External Power Sources

Flash Unit Couplers

Instruction set

Image processing 4

Image processing information Saved in NEF* Saved in TIFF or JPEG *Original image quality is never changed.
Saved in TIFF or JPEG Original image quality cannot be maintained.
Flash Unit Coupler AS-17 (for F3 series) This unit gives you TTL flash control capability for the F3 when used with TTL Speedlights that feature an ISO-type mounting foot (i.e. the SB-800, etc.). High-Performance Battery Pack SD-8A The SD-8A is designed for use with the SB-800 to shorten flash recycling time and enhance flash capacity. It accepts six 1.5V LR6 (AA-size alkaline), 1.2V KR-AA (R6/AAsize NiCd), 1.5V FR6 (AA-size lithium) or 1.2V R6/AA-size Ni-MH batteries.
Flash Unit Coupler AS-7 (for F3 series) The AS-7 is required when using the F3 series with the SB-800. It lets you rewind or replace film without removing the coupler. Flash Unit Coupler AS-6 As for the SB-16A, for Nikons with standard ISO-type accessory shoes, theres the AS-6.
Nikon Electronic Format (NEF) File This unique format consists of the RAW data of an image, along with an instruction set that provides extensive image editing capability not available with other file formats. With a NEF file, the original RAW data of an image is never changed. All corrections and adjustments that you make are preserved in the files instruction set. You can change the instruction set as many times as you like without ever disturbing the original images RAW data. Nikon cameras compatible with NEF are the D2 series, D1 series, D200, D100, D70 series, D50 digital SLRs, and the COOLPIX 8800, 8700, 8400, 5700 digital compacts.

Simulated image

Nikon Capture 4 Editor
Nikon Capture 4s Editor component provides you with a broad variety of image adjustment tools, some of which can only be applied to NEF (RAW) data.

White Balance* The tools in the White Balance palette are used to adjust white balance for NEF (RAW) images. White balance can be adjusted by specifying the desired color temperature or by sampling the image for the gray point. You can define white balance using a single point or the average of an area. Advanced RAW* Many of the attributes of NEF (RAW) image data can be altered or corrected using the Advanced RAW feature. Exposure Compensation, Sharpening, Tone Compensation, Color Mode, Saturation Setting and Hue Adjustment combine to give you a high degree of control over image quality. Color Aberration Control* This feature reduces lateral chromatic aberration (colored fringes or halos) that appears toward the edge of an image a phenomenon caused by differences in the refractive index of each colors wavelength in RAW images taken with Nikon digital SLRs. Vignette Control* This palettes tools are used to correct for loss of marginal illumination, which causes a drop in brightness at the edges of a photograph. Vignette Control is most effective with images captured using a D/G-Nikkor lens, and at larger apertures. Image Dust Off* This function compares NEF (RAW) photographs with a reference image created with the same camera to reduce the effects of any dust that may be present on the low-pass filter protecting the cameras image sensor. D-Lighting D-Lighting reveals details that are obscured by shadows or highlights, correcting for underexposure in backlit subjects or shaded areas of images and overexposure in brightly lit areas. You can choose between speed-priority (HS) and quality-priority (HQ) operation. Curves Use the Curves palette to adjust the contrast, tone (brightness) level and color balance of captured images, to make maximum use of the tone range and color gamut offered by a particular output device. Fisheye Image Transformer The tools in the Fisheye Lens palette convert images taken with the AF DX Fisheye 10.5mm f/2.8G ED lens to rectilinear images. Both vertical and horizontal compensation can be performed. Noise Reduction Random noise that appears in digital camera images can be effectively minimized using the Color Noise Reduction function. Edge Noise Reduction makes outlines more distinct by reducing the noise along the edges of a photo. Color Moire Reduction is also usable with NEF images.
*These features can only be applied to NEF (RAW) image data.

* COOLPIX L1 and COOLPIX S4 can be used with the software.
Versatility to support users of all skill levels nik Color Efex Pro 2.0, compatible with Nikon Capture version 4.1 or later features three editions* Standard, Select and Complete to best satisfy a wide range of photographers. The Standard Edition includes 19 key filters for color and light enhancements. The Select Edition comprises 45 filters, including those available in the Standard Edition. The Complete Edition enables access to all 75 filters in the collection. One other option of nik Color Efex Pro 2.0, the Express Edition which contains 15 basic filters** is available as an optional plug-in and is compatible with PictureProject version 1.1 or later.
* Also compatible with PictureProject version 1.1 or later. ** All these filters are included in the Standard Edition compatible with Nikon Capture version 4.1 or later.
ships between color, contrast, and detail, delivering more natural film-like images. The Advanced Panel (available in selected filters) enables you to see the relationship of highlights and shadows in your image while controlling the enhancement and protecting these elements of the image. A histogram display enables you to identify potential problems in the image. Using a Selective tool, access to each of the filters is quick and easy. By simply selecting a filter from the palette, it can be applied to the image. As each filter adjusts its effect based on the detail structures, colors and contrast range, consistency across a range of images is possible. The capability of the filters to adapt to previous filter adjustments or changes to the image is extremely valuable, as it allows you to apply filters in a different order, giving you increased control and additional enhancement options. The Preview Toggle feature enables you to alternate between the original image and the one with the current effect(s) applied. The preview area is recalculated each time an adjustment is made to the image. You can create customized color filters using any color from a color picker for added versatility.

Old Photo: Color

before

after Paper Toner

nik Color Efex Pro 2.0 Express Edition The Express Edition of the nik Color Efex Pro 2.0 is a simple version of digital photographic filters offered by nik multimedia, Inc. It contains 15 filters that even firsttime digital-filter users can easily handle. (For more details, see page 19.)

* Function limited when MD-12 mounted; see instruction manual.
Ten-Pin Remote Accessories For F6/F5/F100/ D2 series/D1 series/ D200/D100 with MB-D100
Remote Cord MC-36 (2.8 ft.) Enables remote firing of a camera and setting of Interval Timer and Long Time Exposure. LCD panel with illumination is incorporated. Remote Cord MC-30 (2.6 ft.) Enables remote firing of a camera with triggerlock function. Remote Cord MC-22 (3.3 ft.) Useful for connection to shutter triggering device. Extension Cord MC-21 (9.8 ft.) Used with MC-30 or MC-22. Connecting Cord MC-23 (1.3 ft.) Connects two cameras for simultaneous or synchronized shutter release. Adapter Cord MC-25 (0.7 ft.) Enables use of two-pin remote accessories: MC-4A, MC-12B, and MR-3.
Remote Cable for Cameras with Release Terminal For N80/FM3A/ D100
Cable Release AR-3 (1.0 ft.) Essential for slow shutter speeds, these cable releases ensure onehand, vibration-free shutter release operation.

Long Time Exposure

Remote Cord For D70s
Remote Cord MC-DC1 (3.3 ft.) Enables remote firing of the D70s.

MC-35 WT-2/2A

Remote Cord MC-36 (2.8 ft.)
Modulite Remote Control Set
Remote Cord MC-30 (2.6 ft.)
Data Communication Accessories
Data Reader MV-1 With the Nikon Data Reader MV-1, shooting data stored in your Nikon F5, F6 or F100 35mm (135) format SLRs can be easily viewed and manipulated on your personal computer. The data is first transferred from the camera to a memory card set in the MV-1, where it can then be transferred to a PC. Using spreadsheet software such as Microsoft Excel, the transferred data can now be easily viewed and manipulated on your computer. Data record capacity (number of film rolls whose shooting data can be recorded) differs with each camera and recording mode.
Notes: In addition to the supplied CompactFlashTM card (8MB EC-8CF), Nikon-guaranteed Type I CF cards can also be used. Type II CF cards and Microdrives, however, cannot be used. Transferring data from a memory card to a PC requires additional equipment, such as the PC Card Adapter EC-AD1 or a CF card reader. Specifications
Power source : Supplied by the camera Cable length : Approx. 15.7 in. Dimensions (W H D) : Approx. 30.7 9.8 42.9 in. Weight : Approx. 3.5 oz. (main unit only, excluding memory card) Operating conditions : Temperature: 32~104F, humidity: under 85%
F6 F5 F100 D2 series D1 series D200 D100 with MB-D100
Extension Cord MC-21 (9.8 ft.)
Remote Cord MC-22 (3.3 ft.)
Connecting Cord MC-23 (1.3 ft.)

Terminal Release MR-3

ML-3 (for cameras with ten-pin remote terminal) The ML-3 offers remote control for two separate channels via an infrared LED beam, enabling automatic camera operation from a distance of up to about 26 ft. Auto triggering, delayed shutter release, single and continuous shooting are possible.

For F6, F100, N90s, FM3A, D2 series, D1 series Remove the lens, then change the focusing screen.
Interchangeable Focusing Screens
For F6 Types B, B2, B3, D, U Each screen offers unobstructed viewing and easy focusing over the entire matte surface. Types D and U are especially for telephoto lenses. Type EC-B (for F5) With an Electrochromic (EC) device, shows the focus area selected and offers unobstructed viewing and easy focusing on the overall matte surface. Types K, K2, K3 Feature a matte fresnel field with split-image rangefinder and microprism collar. Types EC-E (for F5), E, E2, E3 Feature grid patterns that are ideal for architectural photography. Type EC-E screen shows the focus area selected and offers unobstructed viewing and easy focusing. Types A, J, L, P Designed for general photography, these screens have either a split-image rangefinder or a microprism or both. Types C, M Used for high-magnification close-ups or astrophotography. Types G (G1G4) Exceptionally bright image because matte surface is not used. Suitable for dim light or fast-moving subjects. Type U Suitable with telephoto lenses longer than 200mm.

Type E

qFor FM3A qDK-17C

Viewing Attachment

Right-Angle Viewing Attachment DR-5/DR-6 Provides an upright, unreversed image for rightangle viewing. Individual eyesight adjustments are possible. They allow you to set the reproduction ratio to either 1:1 or 1:2. The DR-5 is for cameras designed with a circular eyepiece, and the DR-6 is for rectangular-eyepiece cameras. An adapter ring is required for F6, F5, F100, D2 series and D1 series when attaching the DR-5. Eyepiece Magnifier DG-2 Provides 2 magnification of the central portion of the finder image. Eyesight adjustment provided. Useful for critical focusing in close-up photography. An eyepiece adapter is required with all cameras except FM3A. Magnifying Eyepiece DK-17M Attached to the D2 series, D1 series, F6 and F5, the DK-17M magnifies the finder image by approximately 1.2 times. Diopter adjustment range is widened for both the + and sides. Rubber Eyecups Increase viewing comfort and prevent stray light from entering viewfinder and washing out contrast. Eyepiece Correction Lenses An easy-to-use viewing and focusing aid for near- and farsighted photographers, which enables them to view the finder image accurately without having to wear their eyeglasses. Antifog Finder Eyepiece DK-15/DK-17A This eyepiece features a transparent plastic plate with a special surface coating which reduces fogging on the eyepiece. DK-17A is for Nikon F6, F5, D2 series and D1 series, while DK-15 is for Nikon F100.

Slide Copying Adapter PS-6 Used with the PB-6 and a Nikkor lens to make duplicate slides. Cropping of the original slide is possible. Focusing Stage PG-2 Simplifies close-up focusing when using a camera or camera plus motor drive mounted on a tripod. Macro Adapter Ring BR-2A Enables reverse-mounting of lenses an inexpensive means of obtaining a relatively high reproduction ratio. The BR-2A also increases the working distance for normal or wideangle lenses. Compatible with lenses that have a 52mm front attachment size. Macro Adapter Ring BR-5 Needed when using the BR-2A with lenses that have a 62mm front attachment size. Adapter Ring BR-3 A handy adapter that converts the bayonet mount of reverse mounted lenses to the 52mm thread used for filters and hoods.
Slide Copying Adapter ES-1 Attached to the AF Micro-Nikkor 60mm f/2.8D lens with the BR-5 Ring or the Micro-Nikkor 55mm f/2.8 lens, this adapter enables duplication of 35mm film. Macro Copy Stand PB-6M Attaches to the end of the PB-6 to convert it to a miniature copy stand or specimen stage. Cable Releases The AR-4 and AR-7 Double Cable Release and the AR-10 Cable Release provide the PB-6 with automatic diaphragm control, even for a lens in the reversed position.
the close-up lens number, the closer you can focus. Numbers 0, 1 and 2 are recommended for lenses with a focal length to 55mm. 3T and 4T work best with lenses from 85mm to 200mm, and 5T and 6T with lenses from 70mm to 210mm. Numbers 3T, 4T, 5T and 6T are two-element achromatic lenses that ensure high image equality. Numbers 5T and 6T have a front attachment size of 62mm; for all other numbers, it is 52mm.
Lens Hoods for Circular Polarizing Filters 52mm Circular Polarizing Filter 62mm Circular Polarizing Filter 72mm Circular Polarizing Filter 77mm Circular Polarizing Filter

HN-12 HN-26 HN-13 HN-34

1. Vignetting occurs with lenses shorter than 35mm. 2. Vignetting occurs with lenses shorter than 135mm. 3. AF-S 28-70mm f/2.8D ED-IF can be used at 50mm or longer zoom setting. Note: Lens case names represent their types: CL for Cylindrical Cases, CT for Trunk Cases and No. 58-62 and CL-S/M/L for Soft Pouches. Lens hood names represent their types: HN for Screw-in, HR for Rubber Screw-in, HK for Slipon, HS for Snap-on, HB for Bayonet, and HE for Extension.
Auto Extension Rings PK and PN
The PK-11A, PK-12 and PK-13 fit between the camera body and lens either single or in combinations, and retain automatic diaphragm and meter coupling with Nikkor lenses. This means youre free to compose, focus and meter at the brightest, fullest aperture position without having to manually stop down the lens before shooting. These rings also allow automatic exposure control.

Lens and Body Caps

Close-up Attachment Lenses
Used singly or in combination, these lenses provide an easy way to increase magnification. Even when attached, you can use automatic exposure control and TTL metering. All lenses are treated with Nikon Integrated Coating to improve contrast and reduce flare. The higher

Lens Strap

CL-L2 CL-M1 CL-M2 CL-S1 CL-S2 CL-S3 CL-S4 CL-L1 29

Camera Cases

C amera C ases/S traps
Made to fit camera and standard lens only or a variety of camera-lens-accessory combinations including telephotos and motor drives, Nikon camera cases not only keep valuable equipment clean, safe and ready to get at, they look good, too. From classic black to stylish custom models, every Nikon case is carefully designed and manufactured to the same precise standards as all Nikon equipment, and will provide long years of service. Four types are available: Semi-Soft Case: A two-piece design, this case is more pliable and is textured in appearance. Soft Case: Foldable when not in use, these cases are usually one-piece in design and are more for convenience than protection. Blimp Case: Foldable, this case is useful to dampen shutter/motor drive noise or to protect the camera/lens from freezing temperatures. Compatible with any Nikon SLR. Speedcase: With its accessory kit on the outside, the speedcase offers maximum convenience when carrying camera/telephoto lens and small accessories.

CF-62 CF-64 CF-59

CS-13 CF-60
Camera Case Semi-soft Semi-soft Semi-soft F100 Semi-soft Semi-soft Semi-soft CF-64 CF-53 CF-54 CF-57 CF-58 CF-47 CF-47D CF-48A* CF-59 CF-60 CF-63 CF-51 CF-52 CF-61 CF-49 CF-50 CF-62 CF-27S CF-28S CF-28A* CF-29S CS-7 CS-8 CS-9 CS-10 CS-19 CS-20 CF-D200 CF-D100 CF-D70 CF-D50

CS-19 CF-27S CF-53

CF-63 CF-54 CS-20 CF-28S

Semi-soft Semi-soft

N80 N75 N70 N65 N60
Semi-soft Semi-soft Semi-soft Semi-soft Semi-soft

CF-28A CF-D200

Semi-soft Semi-soft Semi-soft

Soft Semi-soft

For N70 For F100

CF-51 CF-57

Yo u r f i l m ' s d i g i t a l b r i d g e t o t h e f u t u r e
Multi-format Film Scanner

35mm/IX240 Film Scanner

SUPER COOLSCAN 9000 ED
Multiple film format (120/220, 35mm, etc.) 4,000 dpi true optical resolution 16-bit A/D, 16-/8-bit output Large-diameter SCANNER NIKKOR ED lens Rod dispersion LED illumination Multi-sample scanning Scan Image Enhancer Quick AF & Quick Preview IEEE1394 interface Digital ICE4 Advanced (Digital ICE quad advanced) Digital ICE Professional for Kodachrome film

SUPER COOLSCAN 5000 ED

4,000 dpi true optical resolution 16-bit A/D, 16-/8-bit output SCANNER NIKKOR ED lens Fast 20-second scanning (including image transfer to monitor) Multi-sample scanning Scan Image Enhancer Quick AF & Quick Preview High-speed USB 2.0 interface Roll film compatible (optional) Digital ICE4 Advanced (Digital ICE quad advanced)

COOLSCAN V ED

4,000 dpi true optical resolution 14-bit A/D, 16-/8-bit output SCANNER NIKKOR ED lens Gentle-on-film LED illumination Fast 38-second scanning (including image transfer to monitor) Scan Image Enhancer Quick AF & Quick Preview Layout-free design Easy-to-connect USB interface Digital ICE4 Advanced (Digital ICE quad advanced)
Digital ICE4 Advanced is Digital ICE, Digital ROC, Digital GEM and Digital DEE. Digital ICE4 Advanced are technologies developed by Applied Science Fiction. Digital ICE Professional is technology developed by Applied Science Fiction.
Digital Photo Storage Viewer

COOLWALKER MSV-01

Your 30GB portable photo album
High-quality 30GB hard disk stores up to 10,000* digital images
* Calculated for 6-megapixel images stored in JPEG FINE format
High-quality 2.5-inch TFT color monitor Easy data transfer between COOLWALKER and CF Card or PC (USB 2.0)*
* Using CF card type adapter, SD card is also usable
Simple user interface for intuitive operation Compatible with JPEG, TIFF and NEF file Slideshow image display PictBridge compatible
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Introduction....3 Notices...4 Nomenclature....5 Precautions...6-7 Basic operation...8-16 1. Connecting to camera and inserting memory card.8-9 2. Transferring shooting data in the camera to memory card for storage....10-11 3. Transferring shooting data in the memory card to PC for storage....12-13 4. Opening shooting data (text file) using spreadsheet software...14-16 Details of Shooting Data..17-19 Setting and Changing Recording Mode with the F5/F100.20-23 Approved Memory Cards...24 Blinking Error Lamp (red)...25 Specifications...25
Marks used in this manual
This icon marks cautions, information that should be read before use to prevent damage to the MV-1. This icon marks notes, information that should be read before using the MV-1. This icon marks tips, additional information that may be helpful when using the MV-1. This icon indicates that more information is available elsewhere in this manual.
* Personal computer is abbreviated as PC in this manual.

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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the Nikon Data Reader MV-1. Please read this document completely to use the MV-1 correctly and enjoy its full capabilities. After reading, please keep this manual available so you can refer to it again when needed. The data reader MV-1 offers the following features: Transfer shooting data stored in the Nikon F6, F5 and F100 to a memory card set in the MV-1 and store. Data can be transferred from the memory card to a personal computer (PC). Using the memory card and a PC, recording mode of the F5 and F100 can be set and changed. Record setting with the F6 and F100
It is necessary to set the camera to record shooting data. (Default setting is no recording.) With the F6, setting is possible with the camera, while with the F100, the MV-1 and a PC are needed (x 20).
Using shooting data with a PC
Data is stored to the memory card as a CSV (comma-separated value) format text file, so it can be easily viewed and manipulated using a spreadsheet application such as Microsoft Excel. Transferring data stored in the memory card to a PC requires additional equipment such as the PC Card Adapter EC-AD1, commercial PC card adapter for memory cards, or memory card reader (Data Reader MV-1 cannot be connected to a personal computer). With the MV-1, CompactFlash card is used to copy shooting data stored in the PC Card Adapter F6. For a list of approved memory cards, see Approved Memory Cards on page 24.

Accessories

Please verify that the following accessories have been included with this product.

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Notices

Notice for customers in the U.S.A.
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Radio Frequency Interference Statement
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 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.
Notice for customers in the State of California
WARNING: 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.
Notice for customers in Canada
CAUTION This class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference Causing Equipment Regulations. ATTENTION Cet appareil numrique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du rglement sur le matriel brouilleur du Canada.

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Nomenclature
Access lamp (green) (x 11)

Error lamp (red) (x 25)

Plug (x 8)

Start button (x 10)

Memory card slot (x 8)

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Precautions
Do not subject the MV-1 to strong shocks
Do not drop or otherwise hit the MV-1. This can cause malfunctions.

Protect it from water

Take care to protect the MV-1 from water. If water gets inside the case, it may lead to corrosion. This can be expensive to repair, and in severe cases it may be impossible to repair at all.
Avoid sudden temperature changes
If you expose the MV-1 to a sudden temperature change (for example, taking it from the cold outdoors into a warm house, or vice-versa), water drops may form on the inside and outside of the case, and can cause damage. Place the MV-1 in a plastic bag or other container in advance and allow it to adjust to the new temperature before using it.

Do not use near strong electromagnetic waves or magnetic fields
In places where strong electromagnetic waves or fields exist, such as near television broadcasting towers, or where strong static electricity is present, recorded data may be corrupted or deleted, and the MV-1 may not function normally.
Always turn camera power off before connecting the MV-1
Always turn camera power off before connecting the MV-1 to the camera, or disconnecting it.
Maintain sufficient battery power
Be sure to use the MV-1 with a reasonable level of power in the camera batteries. Check your camera instruction manual for information on how to check battery power.

Caring for the MV-1

Use a blower to remove most of the dust and dirt, then wipe gently with a clean, soft cloth.
Store the MV-1 in a cool, dry place
Store the MV-1 in a cool, dry place to prevent mold and malfunctions. Keep it away from naphthalene or camphor (moth repellent), electric appliances that generate magnetic fields or any excessively hot place such as inside a vehicle during the summer or near a heater. 6

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Static electricity may interfere with normal operation
While rare, there are cases where an external electrostatic field can affect the operation of the electronic circuitry, preventing the MV-1 from operating normally. If this occurs, disconnect the MV-1 from the camera and then reconnect it.
Avoid operation while access lamp (green) is on
When the access lamp is on (blinking or continuous), do not perform any of the following operations, as they may corrupt the files or folders stored on the memory card, or the shooting data in the camera itself. It is possible to damage the memory card as well. Prohibited operation when the access lamp is on (blinking or steady): Removing or inserting a memory card; attaching/detaching plug to the 10-pin terminal; removing or installing camera batteries; rewinding film; releasing shutter. The memory card and the plug may be inserted or removed freely while the error lamp is on, however.
Timestamp for files and folders
With F6: The timestamp on folders and shooting data files in the F6 is based on data received from the internal F6 clock when the start button of the MV-1 is pressed. The timestamp is applied to every folder and file produced in the memory card with one operation. With F5 and F100: Folders and files in the F5 and F100 use a fixed timestamp for shooting data Sep. 1, 2004, 00 hours, 00 minutes and 00 sec.". Folders and files other than shooting data (folders such as nikon_dr, modeset, modelist or files automatically created in those folders) use a fixed timestamp of Sep. 1, 2004, 00 hours, 00 minutes and 00 sec." with any camera.

Other precautions

The MV-1 cannot be used with cameras other than the F6, F5 or F100, even if they do have 10-pin terminals (for example, the F90/F90X, D2H or D100+MB-D100). The MV-1 does not offer a function to transfer data to a PC. Once written to the memory card in the MV-1, shooting data cannot be transferred back to the camera, or displayed by the camera.

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Basic operation
1. Connecting to camera and inserting memory card
(Illustrations show the F6)
Confirm film is not loaded in the camera (E is displayed in the frame counter) and battery power is sufficient.
If shooting data stored in the camera is too large and/or data remains in the memory card, data transfer from the camera to the memory card will take a long time. Change batteries for new ones when necessary. x See cameras instruction manual for battery power confirmation.
Turn the camera power off.
Remove the cap on the 10-pin terminal, insert the MV-1 plug so that the Y mark on the plug aligns with the index mark on the camera terminal, then rotate in the direction shown to lock it in place.
The position of the 10-pin terminal may vary depending on your camera model. Refer to your cameras instruction manual for details. The Extension Cord MC-21 cannot be used.

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Insert the memory card into the memory card slot.
Supplied memory card has been formatted in FAT file system (x 13) and can be used as it is. Hold the memory card so that the label is on the same side as the MV-1 start button, and insert it pins-first into the memory card slot. Use a memory card in which no data remains. Refer to the list of supported memory card types on p. 24 for more information.

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Insert a memory card straight and in the right direction.
Do not push a memory card bent or in the wrong direction. This may cause damage to the MV-1 or memory card.
Record setting with the F6 and F100
Use a memory card in which no data remains

If previous shooting data remains in a memory card, it may take a long time to transfer data from a camera. Refer to "If access lamp keeps blinking for a long time" (x 11).

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2. Transferring shooting data in the camera to memory card for storage
Turn on the camera power.
Confirm film is not loaded in the camera (E is displayed in the frame counter) and battery power is sufficient (x 8).
Press start button of the MV-1 for at least one second.
The MV-1 access lamp will blink as it communicates with the camera. Folders (x 13) will be automatically created in the memory card to store shooting data. Shooting data recorded in the camera will be transferred here for storage. If data transfer completes normally, shooting data in the camera is deleted, and the access lamp will change from blinking to continuous for about six seconds, then go off. Blinking of access lamp may continue for a long time (x 11). If the error lamp (red) blinks, it indicates a fault has been detected. In this case, by referring to "Blinking Error Lamp" (x 25), turn off camera power, make sure access lamp turns off, replace memory card if necessary, then repeat the above procedure from step 1.
Start button Access lamp Error lamp
For F5 and F100 users (setting and changing recording mode) Besides transferring shooting data, "modelist" and "modeset" folders are created on the memory card each time the start button of the MV-1 is pressed. When the start button is pressed, the recording mode of the F5 or F100 is set/changed after transferring shooting data if certain files in the modelist folder are placed in the modeset folder beforehand. With the F100, this operation is required at the beginning since shooting data is set not to be recorded at the default setting (x 20-23).
Confirm access lamp is off, turn the camera power off, remove the memory card and disconnect the MV-1 (x 11).

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If shooting data is transferred/stored while film is loaded in camera
If shooting data is transferred while film is loaded in the camera, processing will be as below. With the F5 and F100, shooting data is retained in the camera even after transfer, so we recommend transferring data with no film loaded.

F6 Shooting data in the camera other than the current film data will be transferred. Shooting data in the camera other than the current film data will be deleted (shooting data for the current film will be left untouched). Shooting data in the camera other than the current film data will be transferred. No shooting data in the camera including the data of the current film in use will be deleted. All shooting data in the camera including the data of the current film in use will be transferred. No shooting data in the camera including the data of the current film in use will be deleted.

F5 F100

If access lamp keeps blinking for a long time
In any of the following cases, make sure the access lamp is off before turning the power off. The MV-1 checks the files on the memory card while transferring shooting data. If the memory card already holds many shooting data (files), it could take a long time to store data (several dozen minutes for hundreds of files, or even several hours for thousands of files). To avoid this problem, transfer shooting data from the memory card to the PC hard disk, and delete it from the memory card when no longer needed (x 12). When large amounts of shooting data are recorded in the camera, even if no data (file) remains in the memory card, the access lamp may blink for several minutes. The F5 is set to always record shooting data regardless of current camera settings, so even if the MV-1 is being connected for the first time it will automatically transfer recorded shooting data to the memory card. This may cause blinking of the access lamp for several minutes.
Disconnecting from camera
1. Confirm access lamp is off and turn off camera power. 2. Rotate the MV-1 plug in the opposite direction from that used to connect it, and then pull the plug out straight when it is sufficiently loose.

Removing memory cards

If the MV-1 is connected to the camera; 1. Confirm that the access lamp is off. 2. Turn off camera power and remove the memory card by holding it with your fingers. If the MV-1 is not connected to the camera, the memory card can be removed with your fingers without any additional procedure.

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3. Transferring shooting data in the memory card to PC for storage
(Illustrations show Windows XP Home Edition/Professional operating system.)

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Connect the memory card to the PC.
Connect the memory card using the Card Adapter EC-AD1 (sold separately), commercial PC card adapter for memory cards, or memory card reader. When connection is completed, memory card will appear on the PC as a removable disk. Refer to the instruction manuals for your PC, PC card adapter or memory card reader when connecting the memory card, as details may vary. With Windows 95, it may be impossible to recognize the memory card. Refer to your PC instruction manual for additional information.

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Save the "nikon_dr" folder to the PC.
To prevent deleting "nikon_dr" folder saved in the PC by overwriting, change the name of the folder. Refer to your PC instruction manual for details on how to save the shooting data for your particular PC and operating system.
Delete the shooting data from the memory card.
If the shooting data is no longer needed, delete it from the memory card so that you can store the next batch of shooting data on the card. Refer to the instruction manuals for your specific PC and operating system for information on deleting files and folders, as details may vary. Shooting data can also be deleted by formatting the memory card (x 13).

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Names of memory cards connected to a PC
Depending on your specific PC and operating system, the name assigned to the connected memory card may vary. Common names are "UNTITLED (E:)" and "NO_NAME".
Shooting data folders and files on memory card
The folders and files used to store the shooting data on the memory card (x 10) have the following structure (example shown is for the F6):
For shooting data storage Data reader folder nikon_dr Camera model folder F6 Camera ID folder ID012 Shooting data files n00001.txt n00002.txt n00003.txt
For setting/changing recording mode of F5/F100 modelist For details on these folders (x 21). modeset
The camera model (F6, F5, F100) is automatically detected, and the camera model folder name automatically set. The camera ID folder name identifies the same model type. The camera ID folder name is "IDxxx" where "xxx" is one of the following: F6: The ID number of the camera (000~999) F5: 255 (fixed) (Changed ID number of the camera if the camera ID number has been changed using the AC-1WE or AC-1ME Photo Secretary for F5*.)
* Photo Secretary for F5 is no longer available.
F100: Three underbars (fixed) If there are 8,192 shooting data files in the camera ID folder, a new camera ID folder of the same name followed by "_xx" (where xx is a number from 01 to 99) will be created, and new shooting data files stored in that folder. The shooting data file names are displayed as "nxxxxx.txt" where xxxxx is a numeral from 00001 to 09999, and indicates the film number. If a file name already exists in the folder it will not be rewritten, but the new file will instead have "_xxxx" appended to it, where xxxx is a numeral from 0001 to 9999.

Memory card formatting (initialization)
Memory cards should be formatted by a PC using FAT12, FAT16 or FAT32 file systems (The MV-1 cannot format memory cards). The file system will vary with your specific PC and operating system. Refer to the corresponding instruction manuals for details. 13

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4. Opening shooting data (text file) using spreadsheet software
Shooting data is saved as a CSV text file for each film. This text file can be easily opened and manipulated with spreadsheet applications such as Microsoft Excel. Text data (example using the F6) The shooting data for each film is saved as the text data shown here.
Film speed,Film number,Camera ID 50,2,000 Frame number,Shutter speed,Aperture,Focal length,Lens maximum aperture,Metering system,Exposure mode,Flash sync mode,Exposure compensation value,EV difference in Manual,Flash exposure compensation value,Speedlight setting,Multiple exposure,Lock,Vibration Reduction,Date(yy/mm/dd),Time 01,125,F4,48(28-70),F3.5-F4.5,Color matrix,M,Front curtain sync,+1.7,+0.3,0.0,non-TTL auto flash,None,AE Unlock,VR off,2005/07/25,10:01 02,250,F4.2,60(28-70),F3.5-F4.5,Color matrix,M,Front curtain sync,+1.7,0.0,0.0,non-TTL auto flash,None,AE Unlock,VR off,2005/07/25,10:02 03,640,F13,62(28-70),F3.5-F4.5,Spot,P,Front curtain sync,0.0,0.0,0.0,non-TTL auto flash,None,AE Unlock,VR off,2005/07/25,10:04 04,640,F7.1,62(28-70),F3.5-F4.5,Spot,P,Front curtain sync,-1.0,0.0,0.0,non-TTL auto flash,None,AE Unlock,VR off,2005/07/25,10:04 05,250,F18,52(28-70),F3.5-F4.5,Center weighted,S,Front curtain sync,-1.0,0.0,0.0,non-TTL auto flash,None,AE Unlock,VR off,2005/07/25,10:04 06,640,F2.8,300,F2.8,Center weighted,A,Front curtain sync,+0.3,0.0,0.0,non-TTL auto flash,None,AE Unlock,VR off,2005/07/25,10:07 07,800,F2.8,300,F2.8,Center weighted,A,Front curtain sync,+0.3,0.0,0.0,non-TTL auto flash,None,AE Unlock,VR off,2005/07/25,10:07 08,500,F4,600,F4,Center weighted,M,Front curtain sync,+0.3,+0.8,0.0,non-TTL auto flash,None,AE Unlock,VR off,2005/07/25,10:10 09,500,F5.6,600,F4,Center weighted,M,Front curtain sync,+0.3,-0.2,0.0,non-TTL auto flash,None,AE Unlock,VR off,2005/07/25,10:10 10,320,F2.8,50,F1.4,Matrix,A,Front curtain sync,+0.3,0.0,0.0,non-TTL auto flash,None,AE Unlock,VR off,2005/07/25,10:11 11,60,F5.6,50,F1.4,Matrix,A,Front curtain sync,+0.3,0.0,0.0,non-TTL auto flash,None,AE Unlock,VR off,2005/07/25,10:11 12,250,F4,180,F2.8,Matrix,A,Front curtain sync,0.0,0.0,0.0,non-TTL auto flash,None,AE Unlock,VR off,2005/07/25,10:12

Using spreadsheet software to make a table (example using the F6) If the shooting data file is opened in a spreadsheet application such as Microsoft Excel, it can be converted for readability very easily.
For details on converting your data, refer to the instruction manual for your spreadsheet application software. 14

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Example of making a table using Excel 2000
Start Microsoft Excel, and choose Open file from file menu.
Set file to Text, and choose file to be imported, and click Open.
Choose the file type DelimitedCharacters such as commas or tabs separate each field. Confirming 1 is selected for Start import at row and Windows (ANSI) is selected for File origin, click Next.

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Select Comma as Delimiters (cancel other checks), confirm Treat consecutive delimiters as one is not checked, {none} is selected for Text qualifier, and click Next.
Select all the columns except for the date column and set Column data format to Text.
Highlight the date column and set Column data format to Date, then click Finish.

Import is finished

If desired, change the date display order of the date column. Make adjustments to column width and character size for easy viewing. 16

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Details of Shooting Data
In the text file stored in the PC, data is recorded according to the camera and selected recording mode as shown below. Data is displayed in English.
Shooting data and support by various camera recording modes
Recorded item Camera Recording mode F6 Basic Detailed A R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R F5 B R R R R R R R R C R R R R R R R R F100 D Basic Detailed R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R
Film speed Film number Camera ID Frame number Shutter speed Aperture Focal length Lens maximum aperture Metering system Exposure mode Flash sync mode Exposure compensation value EV difference in Manual Flash exposure compensation value Speedlight setting Multiple exposure Lock Vibration Reduction Date (yy/mm/dd) Time Data imprinting
gG indicates data recorded on each film. gG indicates data recorded on each film frame. Notes 1: For metering system, flash sync mode, speedlight setting, multiple exposure, AE lock and VR function, refer to record data item on page 19. 2: With the F5, Date (year/month/day), Time (hour/minute/second) and imprinted characters are recorded when using Multi-Control Back MF-28. Do not use comma for imprinted characters. 3: Lens aperture, focal length and maximum aperture are recorded only when using a CPU lens. (With the F6, even with non-CPU lens, data can be recorded if the lens data is specified. For details, refer to the F6 instruction manual.) 4: In Time setting, hour/minute/second is recorded with the F5, and hour/minute with the F6. 5: In multiple exposure with the F6/F100, the data is recorded for first exposure only regardless of the number of exposures. With the F5, although the number of data is decreased, up to 15 exposure data can be recorded (from the second exposure, data would be the same as "A"). However, for the first exposure, "multiple exposure" is not indicated.

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Details of shooting datacontinued
Camera data record capacity Record capacity (number of films whose shooting data can be recorded by each camera) differs with the camera and recording mode. x For details on recording modes, refer to instruction manual (F6) or this manual (F5/F100). Camera F6 Recording mode Basic Detailed A B C D Basic Detailed Record capacity (36-exposure film) Approx. 57 rolls Approx. 31 rolls Approx. 78 rolls Approx. 36 (78*) rolls Approx. 12 (78*) rolls Approx. 10 (39*) rolls Approx. 70 rolls Approx. 30 rolls
* Numbers in parentheses can be obtained when using the MF-28. When using the additional memory, record capacity for the F5 would be approximately double. In multiple exposure using the F5, the number of films would be less. Examples of recorded data (focal length and maximum aperture using a CPU zoom lens) Using 24-50mm f/3.3-4.5 lens at 35mm zoom setting
F6 F5 F100 Basic Detailed A to D Basic Detailed R R R R R R R (24-50) 35 (24-50) R R R none F3.3-F4.5 F3.8 none F3.3-F4.5
Focal length Lens maximum aperture
Focal length at the time of exposure Zoom range Example Maximum aperture at the time of exposure Maximum aperture within zoom range Example

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Recorded data items
Mode Metering system Recorded item Color matrix Matrix Center weighted Spot Front curtain sync Slow sync Rear curtain sync Red eye reduction None TTL auto flash*2 non-TTL auto flash*3 Optional speedlight Multiple flash FP sync FV lock None Multiple exposure AE unlock AE lock VR off VR on

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Speedlight setting
Multiple exposure Lock (AE lock) Vibration Reduction
gG is for the F100 only. gG is for the F6 only. *1 In Red-Eye Reduction with Slow Sync, both Red eye reduction and Slow sync are recorded. *2 Includes i-TTL Balanced Fill-Flash, Standard i-TTL Flash, 3D Multi-Sensor Balanced Fill-Flash, Multi-Sensor Balanced-Fill Flash, Center-Weighted Fill-Flash and Standard TTL Flash. *3 With the F6, non-TTL auto flash is always recorded when the TTL auto flash is not executed (even when a Nikon Speedlight is not used). Optional speedlight is also recorded when Nikon Speedlight is used.

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Setting and Changing Recording Mode with the F5/F100
(Illustrations show the F100 camera and Windows XP Home Edition/Professional operating system.)

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Connect the memory card, in which "modelist" and "modeset" folders are created, to the PC.

For details on creating folders and files, see page 10. For details on connecting the memory card to the PC, see page 12.

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Open the modelist folder in the mounted memory card removable disk and open the f5 or f100 camera model folder, depending on your specific camera. Select desired recording mode file from camera model folder f5 or f100, and copy or transfer it in the modeset folder.
x For details on recording mode file setting, refer to the chart on page 22.
Remove the memory card from the PC.
The memory card may be removed differently depending on your specific PC, operating system, PC card adapter and memory card reader. Refer to the respective instruction manuals for more information.
Insert the memory card into the MV-1 attached the camera (x 8) and set recording mode on the camera.
Follow the same procedure as transfer/save shooting data on memory card (x 10). When the recording mode is properly set on camera, the recording mode file moved in the "modeset" folder is deleted automatically.

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Folders and files that are created automatically
The folders and files automatically created in the memory card by the MV-1 are as shown below.
For shooting data storage nikon_dr
For details on shooting data storage folders (x 13).
For setting/changing recording mode of F5/F100 Mode list folder Camera model folder Recording mode files modelist f100 f100_simple_del.mod f100_detail_del.mod f100_simple_stop.mod f5 f5_a_del_display.mod f5_b_del_display.mod f5_c_del_display.mod

Mode set folder modeset

If the MV-1 with memory card is attached to the camera and the start button is pressed, "modelist" folder, camera model folder ("f5" or "f100") and recording mode file are overwritten each time. "modeset" folder is created only when it is not present. Do not set/change recording mode while files besides the files in modelist folder are present in the modeset folder.
If recording mode set/change is done with a film loaded in the camera
With the F5 Error indication will not appear, however, recording mode set/change is available from the next film. With the F100 Error lamp blinks rapidly (x 25), recording mode cannot be set or changed. Rewind the film in the camera, remove it, then press the start button of the MV-1 for approximately one second.

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Setting and changing recording mode with the F5/F100continued

Recording mode file F5:

Priority Recording mode file f5_a_del_display.mod f5_b_del_display.mod f5_c_del_display.mod f5_d_del_display.mod f5_a_del_notdisplay.mod f5_b_del_notdisplay.mod f5_c_del_notdisplay.mod f5_d_del_notdisplay.mod f5_a_stop_display.mod f5_b_stop_display.mod f5_c_stop_display.mod f5_d_stop_display.mod f5_a_stop_notdisplay.mod f5_b_stop_notdisplay.mod f5_c_stop_notdisplay.mod f5_d_stop_notdisplay.mod Recording mode A B C D A B C D A B C D A B C D Overwriting data Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes No/Stop recording No/Stop recording No/Stop recording No/Stop recording No/Stop recording No/Stop recording No/Stop recording No/Stop recording Warning lamp Displayed Displayed Displayed Displayed Not displayed Not displayed Not displayed Not displayed Displayed Displayed Displayed Displayed Not displayed Not displayed Not displayed Not displayed

Priority 5 Recording mode file f100_simple_del.mod f100_detail_del.mod f100_simple_stop.mod f100_detail_stop.mod f100_not_memo.mod Record yes/no Yes Yes Yes Yes No Recording mode Basic Detailed Basic Detailed Overwriting data Yes Yes No/stop recording No/stop recording

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Recording mode items
Priority If more than one recording mode file is copied or transferred to the modeset folder, the recording mode with the higher priority will be used. If recording mode files for both F5 and F100 exist in the modeset folder, only the recording mode for the camera being used will be effective. Record yes/no (F100 only) Set whether shooting data is recorded or not. (The F5 is always set to record.) Recording mode Set the shooting data items to be recorded. The shooting data items used will vary with the camera. For details on data items for each recording mode, see page 17. Overwriting data If the film quantity exceeds the storable shooting data limit (x 18), you can specify whether data will be deleted from the oldest first, or no new shooting data will be recorded. With the F100, if the setting is to stop recording new data, and the film quantity exceeds the storable shooting data limit, the shutter button will be locked. In this case, take the following actions: Turn the power switch off and then back on again to release the shutter lock. You will be able to take the next shot, but new shooting data will not be recorded. The F5 can continue to shoot photographs even though shooting data recording is halted. With either F5 or F100, store the shooting data to the memory card. If you remove the film from the camera and store the shooting data, shooting data in the camera will be deleted and it will be possible to record new shooting data. Warning lamp (F5 only) You can set whether or not a warning lamp lights on the rear panel (the PC link mark will flash) when the film quantity exceeds the storable shooting data limit.

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Approved Memory Cards
In addition to the included CompactFlash card, the following Type I CompactFlash cards are also supported. Type II CompactFlash cards and Microdrives cannot be used. SanDisk: SDCFB series 16MB, 32MB, 48MB, 80MB, 128MB, 160MB, 192MB, 256MB, 384MB, 512MB, 1 GB SDCFH series 128MB, 192MB, 256MB, 384MB, 512MB Lexar Media: 4x USB series 16MB, 32MB, 48MB, 64MB 8x USB series 16MB, 32MB, 48MB, 64MB 10x USB series 160MB 12x USB series 64MB, 128MB, 192MB 16x USB series 192MB, 256MB, 320MB, 512MB, 640MB 24x USB series 256MB, 512MB 24x WA USB series 256MB, 512MB 40x WA USB series 256MB, 512MB, 2 GB Hitachi (Renesas Technology): CompactFlash HB28 C8x series 64MB, 80MB CompactFlash HB28C016C6 (16MB) CompactFlash HB28D032C6 (32MB) * Operation is not guaranteed with other makes of memory card. For more details on the above cards, please contact the manufacturer.

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