Nikon 25476 Using ViewNX, Copy Pictures to the Computer, Choose one of the following methods

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Using ViewNX 2

Step 1—Copy Pictures to the Computer

1Choose how pictures will be copied to the computer.

Choose one of the following methods:

Direct USB connection: Turn the camera off and ensure that the memory card is inserted in the camera. Connect the camera to the computer using the supplied UC-E6 USB cable and then turn the camera on.

SD card slot: If your computer is equipped with an SD card slot, the card can be inserted directly in the slot.

SD card reader: Connect a card reader (available separately from third-party suppliers) to the computer and insert the memory card.

If a message is displayed prompting you to choose a program, select Nikon Transfer 2.

AWindows 7

If the dialog shown at right is displayed, follow the steps below to select Nikon Transfer 2.

1Select Nikon Transfer 2 for Import pictures and

videos. Under Import pictures and videos, click Change program. A program selection dialog will

be displayed; select Import File using Nikon Transfer 2 and click OK.

2Double-click Import File.

Q

2 Confirm that the correct source is

selected.

 

Confirm that the camera or removable disk

 

appears as a device button in the “Source”

 

panel of the Nikon Transfer 2 “Options” area.

Device button

 

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Contents Digital Camera Digitutor Symbols and ConventionsProduct Documentation XIntroduction AKeep the sun out of the frame For Your SafetyIii AVC Patent Portfolio License Use Only Nikon Brand Electronic Accessories Before Taking Important Pictures Use Only Nikon Brand AccessoriesServicing the Camera and Accessories Camera SettingsXIntroduction Package ContentsCamera Body Getting to Know the CameraCamera Body Power SwitchCamera offers a choice of the following shooting modes Mode DialMonitor can be angled and rotated as shown below MonitorPbutton Information DisplayViewfinder ViewfinderPlayback 0 Using Camera MenusCustom Settings 0 Recent settings or My Menu 0 Camera MenusPosition the cursor in the selected menu Display the menusHighlight the icon for the current menu Select a menuHighlight an option DPlayback Menu OptionsCShooting Menu Options Display optionsNRetouch Menu Options ACustom SettingsMRecent Settings/OMy Menu Defaults to mRecent Settings BSetup Menu OptionsCharging the Battery Charge the batteryInsert the battery Check to be sure the battery is in the correct orientationFormatting Memory Cards Insert a memory card available separatelyAttach a lens Check to be sure the card is in the correct orientationCamera Clock Open the monitorChoose a language and set the camera clock Open the monitor as shown. Do not use forceRemoving Memory Cards Adjusting Viewfinder FocusRemoving the Battery Focus the viewfinderVibration Reduction Write Protect SwitchDetaching the Lens Description Battery Level and Card CapacityBattery Level Number of Exposures RemainingTaking Photographs Shutter-Release Button Check the indicators in the viewfinderIn-focus indicator Description ShootBuilt-in Flash Using a Zoom LensImage Sensor Cleaning Auto Meter-OffLLandscape KPortraitNClose up PChildMSports SParty/Indoor Other ScenesONight Portrait RNight LandscapeWPet Portrait TBeach/SnowUSunset VDusk/Dawn0Food XCandlelightYBlossom ZAutumn ColorsPhotograph will be displayed in the monitor Basic PlaybackPress the K button View additional picturesTo display images in contact sheets of four Images displayedChoose from the following release modes Release ModePlace the cursor in the information display Display release-mode optionsBuffer Size Choose a release modeMemory Buffer Mount the camera on a tripod Self-Timer and Remote Control ModesSelect a release mode Cover the Viewfinder Before Using the Remote ControlUsing the Built-in Flash Self-timer mode can also be selected by pressing EbuttonDisplay focus-mode options Focus ModeFocus Getting Good Results with Autofocus Choose a focus modePredictive Focus Tracking Continuous-servo AutofocusOption Description Single-point AF AF-Area ModeDisplay AF-area mode options Choose an AF-area modeChoose a file type Image Quality and SizeImage Quality Display image quality optionsChoose an image size Image SizeDisplay image size options Choose a flash mode 0 Take pictures Using the Built-in FlashUsing the Built-in Flash i, k, p, n, o, s, w, and gModes Using the Built-in Flash P, S, A, M, and 0ModesFlash modes available vary with shooting mode Flash ModeDisplay flash mode options Choose a flash modeShutter Speeds Available with the Built-in Flash Choosing a Flash ModeMode Shutter speed Flash ModesChoose an ISO sensitivity Mode ISO sensitivityISO Sensitivity Display ISO sensitivity optionsChoose the interval Interval Timer PhotographySelect Interval timer shooting Choose a starting timeStart shooting Other SettingsInterrupting Interval Timer Photography Choose the number of intervalsShutter Speed and Aperture Mode DescriptionA, and M Modes Take the picture Rotate the live view switchFraming Photographs in the Monitor FocusChoose a focus option Focusing in Live ViewChoosing a Focus Mode Display focus optionsDisplay AF-area modes Choosing an AF-Area ModeSubject Tracking Choosing the Focus PointMovie mode Live View Display Description Shooting modeFocus mode AF-area modeLandscape Using Autofocus in Live ViewAutomatic Scene Selection Scene Auto Selector PortraitCount Down Display Shooting in Live View ModeMovies can be recorded in live view Recording MoviesStart recording End recordingCount-Down Display Taking Photographs During Movie RecordingMaximum Length Recording MoviesChoose movie options Movie SettingsSelect Movie settings 2Icon Viewing MoviesFollowing operations can be performed Use Description1 Icon Special effects can be used when recording imagesShooting with Special Effects Miniature Effect Night VisionGColor Sketch 3Low Key 3Selective Color1Silhouette 2High KeyMiniature Effect Options Available in Live ViewGColor Sketch Press J to display selective color options 3Selective ColorReturn to the live view display Press J to display miniature effect options Select additional colors Choose the color rangeWindows Mac OS Installing ViewNXStart the computer and insert the installer CD Select a languageClick Install and follow the on-screen instructions Start the installerExit the installer Remove the installer CD from the CD-ROM driveConfirm that the correct source is Selected Using ViewNXCopy Pictures to the Computer Choose how pictures will be copied to the computerPrinting Pictures View PicturesRetouching Photographs Editing MoviesIX Nikkor lenses can not be used Compatible CPU LensesIdentifying CPU and Type G and D Lenses IX Nikkor LensesFilters Other AccessoriesPower SourcesSdhc memory cards Approved Memory CardsMC-DC2 remote cords and GP-1 GPS units , which connect with TerminalLens CleaningCaring for the Camera StorageCaring for the Camera and Battery Cautions Page Page Error Messages Format the card No Bulb in S modeNo Bulb in HDR mode LockedCool Flash errorRepresentative Autoexposure error Button againNikon D5100 Digital Camera SpecificationsShutter Type Release Release modeSelf-timer Matrix or center-weighted metering 0-20 EVExposure Index Flash modeAccessory shoe Exposure ISO sensitivitySelection Movie Metering Live view Lens servoManual focus MF Automatic sceneTemperature Power source BatteryDimensions/weight WeightDimensions MH-24 battery charger Rated inputEN-EL14 rechargeable Li-ion battery Type FocusingTrademark Information Battery LifePage Page 6MB11511-03