Nikon Coolpix SQ manual Select Mode, Set the mode dial to Turn the camera on, Basic Photography

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3Basic Photography

Step 1 – Select Mode

This section details the basic steps involved in taking pictures in (au- to) mode. In this automatic, “point-and-shoot” mode, the majority of camera settings are controlled by the camera in response to shooting conditions, producing the best possible results in most situations.

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Set the mode dial to .

Turn the camera on.

•The power-on lamp will light and the

monitor will display a welcome screen

(93). The camera is ready to shoot when the monitor shows the view through the camera lens.

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Contents Guide to Digital Photography With Trademark Information Turn off immediately in the event of malfunction Observe caution when using the camera strapObserve proper precautions when handling batteries Do not use in the presence of flammable gasKeep out of reach of children Observe caution when operat- ing the flashUse appropriate cables Removing memory cardsFor Home or Office USE Items prohibited by law from being copied or reproduced Before Taking Important Pictures Life-Long LearningContents Viewing Pictures on a Computer Optional Accessories Caring for your Camera and BatteryContents Printing Pictures DpofPage Symbols and conventions are used in this manual IntroductionCamera Before You BeginPlayback button Zoom Buttons Also acts as secondary Indications and icons displayed when taking pictures MonitorIndicators and icons when reviewing pictures Displaying indicators and icons in Playback ModeScene Mode Mode DialAuto Mode Manual Mode Movie ModeTon halfway Multi SelectorShutter-release Button Ton the rest of the wayCOOL-STATION MV-10 EH-61 AC Adapter EH-61Inserting the Battery Insert the batteryCard slot cover Removing the Battery Remove the batteryBattery is partially ejected First Steps Alternative Power SourcesConnect the EH-61 AC adapter to the COOL-STATION Charging the BatteryPower lamp will glow showing the EH-61 is plugged in f Place the camera on the COOL-STATIONFirst Steps To Charge the Battery Directly FThe power-on lamp on the camera blinks and charging startsPower-on lamp Meaning Spare battery charge lamp MeaningInsert the memory card Inserting the Memory CardConfirm that the camera is off Check label for correct orientationFirst Steps Removing Memory Cards Formatting Memory CardsApproved Memory Cards Auto Power Off Checking the Battery LevelCheck the battery level in the monitor Turn the camera onTurning the Camera off ButtonBasic Setup Select Month. Repeat steps 8-9 to Return to setup menu Clock BatterySelect Mode Set the mode dial to Turn the camera onBasic Photography Flash mode Shooting modeSelect Mode Image sizeReady the camera Adjust the lens angleFrame the picture Hold the camera steadily in both handsFrame your subject Use the zoom buttonsFocus Focus area indicatorFocus and Shoot Status MeaningFocus and Shoot Basic Photography When Lighting is PoorTake the picture During RecordingFocus and Shoot Getting Good Results with the Autofocus Quick Deletion or memo recordAF-Assist illuminator Check the focus area indicator Focus on subjectRecompose the picture Button is also used to turn on the camera Press the buttonView pictures in the monitor Your most recent picture will be displayed in the monitorHighlight Yes Image File and Folder NamesUsing the Flash Display flash-mode menu Highlight desired modeFollowing flash modes are available Exit menu. Flash mode shown by icon at bottom of monitor Easy Close-Ups Macro Close-up Mode Close-UpsTaking a Self-Portrait Self-timer Mode Picture is takenTaking a Self-Portrait Self-timer Mode Self-TimerPress shutter-release once Lector or to display menu Choosing an Exposure Compensation ValueExposure Compensation By icon in the monitor Choosing a Scene ModeScene Modes Choose scene. Current selectionImage Quality and Size in Scene Mode Scene ModesNoise Reduction Portrait Scene ModesFollowing scenes are available Party/IndoorSports Beach/SnowLandscape Sunset Dusk/DawnNight Landscape Close Up MuseumFireworks Show Panorama Assist CopyBack Light Scene Modes More on PhotographyWith the previous picture Taking Pictures for a PanoramaHighlight Middle of the monitorScene Modes Panorama Assist Press When icon is displayedQuick Deletion/Memo Record More on Photography For more information onViewing Pictures on the Camera More on Playback PressYes Press Description Taking a Closer Look Playback ZoomViewing Pictures on the Camera More on PlaybackAdding Audio Commentary Voice Memo No toYes to Viewing Pictures on a TV Turn the camera off Connect the video cableTurn the TV to the video channel Before Connecting the Camera Viewing Pictures on a ComputerViewing Pictures on a Computer To select the USB optionHighlight USB Windows 2000 ProfessionalSelecting Pictures for Transfer Windows 98 Second Edition SEMac OS 9 9.0 USB HubTurn the camera off and place it on the COOL-STATION CCheck that the camera is turned offTransferring Pictures Press the button on the COOL-STATION to transfer picturesDrag the untitled camera volume to the Trash Disconnecting the CameraDrag the Noname camera volume to the Trash My Computer, click with the right mouse button onPictures on memory card displayed as thumbnail images Select Delete print set to cancel all the print settingsPrinting Pictures Dpof Highlight pictureSelector Check will appear Press Button to completeLight Info and press the multi Box next to itemPrinting Pictures Dpof Date Print SetRecording Movies Lease Button all Way down a second Time to end recordingMovies Viewing Movies Multi selector is used to play back moviesMovies Press Description White Balance Option Description Mode Dial Image QualityShooting menu contains the following options Shooting MenuTo make a selection from the shooting menu Highlight menu itemMenu Operation Guide White BalanceOption Image QualityImage Size Shooting Menu Image Quality/SizeOption Size pixels Print size approx 16-MB64-MB White Balance White balance is used to preserve natural colorsPreset White Balance Option DescriptionMetering Mode When to Use ItWeighted MatrixContinuous or Restrictions on Camera Settings ContinuousContinuous Multi-ShotBest Shot Selector Best Shot SelectorAF Area Mode ManualAuto-Focus Mode Shooting Menu Auto mode and movie modeTo display the playback menu Press the button to enter the full-screen playback modePlayback menu contains the following options DeletePlayback Menu Press Description Slide ShowPress the multi selector to start a slide show Slide ShowDelete Delete menu contains the following op- tionsDeleting All Pictures on the Memory Card Protect You can select pictures to protect from accidental deletionComplete operation Small Picture Highlight a pictureLarger than the original Small Picture Auto Transfer IconSelecting/Deselecting Pictures for Transfer CF Card Format Setup menu contains the following options To display the setup menuAuto Off Setup Menu Welcome ScreenOn the Welcome Screen To select an imageWelcome Screen options dis Press Button to select Played Screen, press the Menu buttonVolume BrightnessAuto Off Video Mode Reset AllReset All is used to reset settings to their default values Monitor hood Optional AccessoriesBattery charger Technical NotesCaring for your Camera and Battery Monitor CleaningLens BodyStorage Technical Notes BatteriesError Messages Display Problem SolutionTechnical Notes Error Messages Display Problem Solution CoolTroubleshooting Problem Possible causeElectronically-Controlled Cameras Technical Notes Troubleshooting Coolpix SQ105 106 Specifications Coolpix SQSpecifications Design Rule for Camera File System DCF Exif VersionTechnical Auto power Off Auto modeMacro close-up/self-timer Exposure compensationNoise Reduction 47, 48 Number of exposures Reset All Scene modes Self-portrait Self-timerMenu button 46, 72 Microphone 12, 55, 58 QuickTimeSpare battery 107103 Memo Memo Memo Nikon Corporation