Upgrading the Firmware for the COOLPIX P90
Upgrading the Firmware for the

Windows

Thank you for choosing a Nikon product. This guide describes how to upgrade the firmware for the COOLPIX P90 digital camera. If you are not confident that you can perform the update successfully, the update can be performed by a Nikon service representative. Important The camera may be damaged if power is interrupted or camera controls are operated during the update. Do not turn the camera off, remove or disconnect the power source, or operate camera controls during the update. If the update is not completed successfully and the camera becomes inoperable, take the camera to a Nikon-authorized service representative for inspection.

Get ready

To upgrade the camera firmware, you will need: The camera A computer equipped with an SD card reader or card slot One of the following power sources: An EH-62A AC adapter
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A fully-charged EN-EL5 rechargeable Li-ion battery A Nikon-approved memory card that has been formatted in the camera (note that formatting permanently deletes any data the card may contain; be sure to back up any important files to a computer before formatting the card) s Manual The camera User
Check the current camera firmware version
Turn the camera on. Press the select the button to display the menus. Press the multi selector left and (setup) tab.
The Set up menu will be displayed in the camera monitor. Select Firmware version.
The current firmware version will be displayed. This upgrade can be used with firmware version 1.0.
Exit to the Set up menu and turn the camera off.
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Download and extract the new firmware
Right-click an empty area of the desktop and select New > Folder from the menu that appears. Name the new folder as desired.
Right-click the I agree - Begin download link on the download site and select Save Target As. Save the file to the folder created in Step 3-1. Open the folder created in Step 3-1 and double-click the downloaded F-P90V11W.exe file to extract the following files to an P90Update folder in the new folder:
Folder containing camera firmware firmware: firmware.bin: Camera firmware (in firmware folder)
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P90Update folder

firmware folder
Copy the firmware to the memory card
The firmware can be copied to the camera memory card using a computer equipped with a card reader or card slot.
Insert a formatted memory card in the card reader or card slot. If Nikon Transfer or ViewNX 2 is installed, Nikon Transfer or Nikon Transfer 2 may start automatically; exit the application before proceeding.
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Windows 7/Windows Vista Under Windows 7/Windows Vista, an AutoPlay dialog may be displayed. Click.

Windows XP Under Windows XP, a Removable Disk dialog may be displayed. Click Cancel.
The memory card will appear in Computer (Windows 7/Windows Vista) or My Computer (Windows XP) as a removable disk. Copy the firmware folder from the P90Update folder to the removable disk.
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P90Update folder When copying is complete, open the firmware folder on the removable disk and confirm that it contains the file firmware.bin.
Right click the removable disk and select Eject from the menu that appears. Remove the memory card from the card reader or card slot.
Update the camera firmware
During the update, do not: Remove the memory card Turn the camera off Unplug or disconnect the AC adapter Remove the battery Subject the camera to powerful electromagnetic noise Any of the above actions could cause the camera to become inoperable.
Insert the memory card containing the firmware into the camera memory card slot. Turn the camera on.
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Press the select the

button to display the menus. Press the multi selector left and (setup) tab.
A firmware update dialog will be displayed. Select Yes and press the button at the center of the multi selector to begin the update.
The message shown at right will be displayed while the update is in progress.
The message shown at right will be displayed when the update is complete.
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Confirm that the update was completed successfully. 6-1.Turn the camera off and remove the memory card. 6-2.Check the camera firmware version as described in Step 2, Check the current camera firmware version. 6-3.If the version displayed is 1.1, the update was successful.
If the update was not successful, contact a Nikon service representative.
Format the memory card. This completes the firmware update.
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Even closer encounters

Incredible 24x zoom

Effective Megapixels

Optical Vari-Angle ISO Capability 4 Way Image Zoom-NIKKOR Huge, Bright Stabilization ED Glass Lens LCD Screen

Matte Black

passion made powerful

PERFORMANCE

The COOLPIX P90 is a high performance compact camera that enables
photographers to take advantage of an extreme 24x ultra telephoto Zoom lens. From a 26mm wide angle to a jaw dropping 624mm telephoto the COOLPIX P90 will astonish and delight even the most seasoned of photographers. High performance operation includes shooting 45 consecutive shots at up to 15 frames per second2. Capture images with a 12 megapixel sensor and Nikon EXPEED technology the COOLPIX P90 will redefine the high performance compact camera category.

Key Features

1 2.1 megapixels for stunning prints as large as 20 x 30 inches 4x Optical Zoom-NIKKOR ED 2 Glass Lens for incredibly, sharp clear images throughout the zoom range 4 Way VR Image Stabilization ISO 6400 capability 1 Vari-Angle 3.0-inch Huge, bright high-resolution LCD E lectronic viewfinder for sharp, steady shooting Scene Auto Selector PSAM exposure control Quick Retouch O ptimize image (including monochrome filter effect) 5 Movie Modes with Sound plus Time Lapse D istortion Control S mart Portrait System includes mile Mode S The camera automatically takes the shot when the subject smiles link Warning B Camera displays a message that it detected the subject blinked during and allows the user to retake the photo n-Camera Red-Eye Fix I Automatically fixes most instances of red-eye in the camera. You may never see red-eye again nhanced Face-Priority AF E Nikons face-finding technology that automatically focuses on faces faster than ever. Up to 12 faces can be detected and Face priority AE adjusts brightness of the subjects face -Lighting D Rescues dark or backlit images by improving brightness and detail where needed
Digital Camera Specifications
Dimensions (WxHxD): Weight: Approx. 4.5 x 3.3 x 3.9 in. 114 x 83 x 99 mm excluding projections Approx. 16.2 oz. (460 g) without battery and SD/SDHC memory card
Nikons smarter approach to digital imaging technology. From image capture to processing, Nikons comprehensive EXPEED digital imaging concept encompasses the entire picture-taking operation. EXPEED is much more than a processing engine; it is a revolution in digital photography.
4 way VR Image Stabilization minimizes the effects of camera shake for sharper results
ikons Optical VR image stabilization compensates for the effects N of camera shake by moving the image sensor. otion Detection automatically detects a moving subject and adjusts shutter M speed and the ISO setting to compensate for camera shake and subject movement. igh ISO 64001 capability helps give you sharper results when shooting H in low light or capturing fast-moving subjects. ikons original Best Shot Selector automatically takes up to 10 shots N while the shutter is pressed and saves the sharpest image.
24x zoom that delivers both wider and longer reach
The COOLPIX P90 offers the unbeatable compositional freedom of a quality 24x Zoom-NIKKOR ED lens that features outstanding focal range from 26mm wide-angle to 624mm super-telephoto shooting. And it even covers macro shooting ability from as close as 0.4 inches (1cm) from your subject.
3-inch vari-angle LCD adds greater framing freedom
Given the versatile reach and range of the 24x zoom lens, youre bound to find yourself wanting to shoot from the hip, or from a higher angle. Thats why, in addition to its electronic viewfinder, the COOLPIX P90 features a huge, bright 3-inch high-resolution vari-angle LCD with anti-reflection coating. The LCD can be tilted upward as much as 90 degrees, or 45 degrees downward.
Advanced shooting modes (P, S, A and M)
The Mode Dial provides quick access to greater personal control over camera operation and the rich creative possibilities offered by Programmed Auto [P], Shutter-priority Auto [S], Aperture-priority Auto [A] and Manual [M] exposure modes.

ISO 6400 capability 1

Light sensitivity range up to ISO 6400 creates new opportunities to take sharper, more natural-looking photos in lower light conditions, or when shooting fast-moving subjects.
15 frame-per-second high-speed capability
Sport Continuous Mode lets you shoot as many as 45 consecutive pictures2 at 15 fps to stay ahead of most any action you wish to capture. Furthermore, the Pre-shooting Cache option enables you to record up to 10 frames just before releasing the shutter.
Nikons Scene Auto Selector
Automatically recognizes the scene and selects from one of six scene modes for best results. The COOLPIX P90 will choose, Portrait, Night Portrait, Close-up (macro), Landscape, Night Landscape or Backlight mode.
I SO 3200 and 6400 are available only for image sizes of 3M (2048 x 1546) or smaller. F eature available only for image sizes of 3M (2048 x 1536) or smaller. Sample photos for illustrative purposes Specifications and equipment are subject to change without any notice or obligation on the part of the manufacturer. February Nikon Inc.
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