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Introduction
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Confirming the Package Contents
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About This Manual
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Information and Precautions
Life-Long Learning
Use Only Nikon Brand Electronic Accessories
THE USE OF NON-NIKON ELECTRONIC ACCESSORIES COULD DAMAGE THE CAMERA AND MAY
Before Taking Important Pictures
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Notice Concerning Prohibition of Copying or Reproduction
Disposing of Data Storage Devices
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For Your Safety
WARNINGS
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Notices
Notices for Customers in the U.S.A.
COOLPIX AW100
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS - SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Radio Frequency Interference Statement
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<Important> Shockproof, waterproof, dustproof, condensation, GPS/digital compass
Notes on shockproof performance
Introduction
Notes on waterproof and dustproof performances
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Before using the camera underwater
3. Make sur e tha t the b atte ry-c hamb er/me mory card slot c over i s fir mly c losed .
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Notes on using the camera underwater
Observe the following precautions to prevent water from seeping inside the camera.
Cleaning after using the camera underwater
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Notes on operating temperature and humidity and condensation
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Notes on GPS/digital compass
function will continue to operate even when the camera is turned off.
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Table of Contents
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Table of Contents
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Table of Contents
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Parts of the Camera and Basic Operations
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Basic Operations.....................................................9
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Parts of the Camera and Basic Operations
Parts of the Camera
The Camera Body
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Controls Used in Shooting Mode
Controls Used in Playback Mode
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The Monitor
Shooting Mode
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Playback Mode
Basic Operations
Switching Between Shooting Mode and Playback Mode
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Using the Multi Selector
When Displaying Menus
Operate by pressing up (H), down (I), left (J), right (K), or the k button.
When Using Shooting Mode
When Using Playback Mode
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Switching Between Tabs
Selecting Menu Items
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Using the Action Button
Display map
Action control
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Attaching the Camera Strap for Land Use
Use of the Filter Adapter and the Attachment Method
The Basics of Shooting and Playback
Preparation 1 Charge the Battery
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Preparation 1 Charge the Battery
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Preparation 2 Insert the Battery
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Preparation 3 Insert a Memory Card
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monitor are turned off and open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover.
Be sure to turn off the camera before opening the cover.
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Slide the memory card until it clicks into place.
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Internal Memory and Memory Cards
Approved Memory Cards
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Step 1 Turn the Camera On
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Step 1 Turn the Camera On
Turning the Camera On and Off
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Setting the Display Language, Date, and Time
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press the k button.
Daylight Saving Time
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Step 2 Select a Shooting Mode
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Step 2 Select a Shooting Mode
Available Shooting Modes
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Step 3 Frame a Picture
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Step 4 Focus and Shoot
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press the button slightly until you feel resistance.
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i.e., press the button the rest of the way down.
Step 4 Focus and Shoot
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Step 5 Play Back Images
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Changing How Images Are Displayed
Playback Zoom
Thumbnail Playback, Calendar Display
Step 6 Delete Unwanted Images
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Shooting Features
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Shooting Features
G (Easy Auto) Mode
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Changing G (Easy Auto) Mode Settings
Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes)
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Changing Scene Mode Settings
Characteristics of Each Scene
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Special Effects Mode (Applying Effects When Shooting)
Characteristics of Each Special Effect
Changing Special Effects Mode Settings
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Smart Portrait Mode (Shooting Smiling Faces)
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smile.
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Changing Smart Portrait Mode Settings
Options Available in the Smart Portrait Menu
In smart portrait mode, the following option settings can be changed.
A (Auto) Mode
Changing A (Auto) Mode Settings
Options Available in the Shooting Menu (A (Auto) Mode)
A (Auto) Mode
Features That Can Be Set Using the Multi Selector
Available Functions
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Flash Modes (Using the Flash)
You can set a flash mode that suits the shooting conditions.
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mode and press the k button.
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Using the Self-timer
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or 2s and press the k button.
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way.
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Default Settings
The default settings in each scene mode are described below.
Changing the Image Size (Image Mode)
Image Mode Settings (Image Size and Quality)
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Changing the Image Size (Image Mode)
Features That Cannot Be Used Simultaneously
Some shooting settings cannot be used in combination with other functions.
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Using Face Detection
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Using Skin Softening
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Focus Lock
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Playback Features
Playback Features
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Playback Features
Selecting Certain Types of Images for Playback
Playback mode can be changed according to the type of images you want to view.
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button.
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mode and then press the k button.
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Features Available in Playback Mode (Playback Menu)
Features Available in Playback Mode (Playback Menu)
Connecting the Camera to a TV, Computer, or Printer
Using ViewNX 2
Your Imaging Toolbox ViewNX 2
Installing ViewNX 2
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Using ViewNX 2
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Viewing Images
Start ViewNX 2.
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Recording and Playing Back Movies
Recording and Playing Back Movies
You can record movies by simply pressing the b (D movie-record) button.
In playback mode, press the k button to play a movie.
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Recording and Playing Back Movies
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screen.
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to start movie recording.
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Changing Movie Recording Settings (Movie Menu)
The following option settings can be changed.
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Playing Back Movies
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playback mode.
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Adjusting volume
Use the zoom button g or f (A3) during playback.
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Using GPS/Displaying Maps
Starting GPS Data Recording
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Starting GPS Data Recording
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Displaying Maps
When Using Shooting Mode
When Using Playback Mode
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Changing the GPS or Electronic Compass Settings (Map Menu)
In map display mode, the following option settings can be changed.
Changing the GPS or Electronic Compass Settings (Map Menu)
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General Camera Setup
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General Camera Setup
The Setup Menu
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E Reference Section
Shooting
Playback
Menu
Additional Information
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Using Easy Panorama (Shooting and Playing back)
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and release it.
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of the four directions to start shooting.
Example of moving the camera
Viewing Easy Panorama (Scroll)
Using Panorama Assist
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Using Panorama Assist
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The camera returns to step 2.
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Playing and Deleting Images Captured Using Continuous Shooting Mode (Sequence)
Playing Images in a Sequence
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Deleting Images in a Sequence
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Favorite Pictures Mode
Adding Images to Albums
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choose an image and press H to display y.
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button to set the chosen images.
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choose an image and press H to display y.
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the chosen images.
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Auto Sort Mode
Auto Sort Mode Categories
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List by Date Mode
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Editing Images (Still Pictures)
Editing Features
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kQuick Retouch: Enhancing Contrast and Saturation
Press the multi selector H or I to choose the setting level, and press the k button.
ID-Lighting: Enhancing Brightness and Contrast
Press the multi selector H or I to choose OK,
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effect type, and press the k button.
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filter effect type and press the k button.
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gSmall Picture: Reducing the Size of an Image
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desired copy size and press the k button.
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the k button.
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Connecting the Camera to a TV (Playback on a TV)
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Connecting the Camera to a TV (Playback on a TV)
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See the instruction manual provided with your television for details.
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camera.
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Connecting the Camera to a Printer (Direct Print)
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Connecting the Camera to a Printer
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Printing Individual Images
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Printing Multiple Images
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DPOF printing and press the k button.
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Connecting the Camera to a Printer (Direct Print)
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Editing Movies
Extracting Only the Desired Portions of the Movie
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The Smart Portrait Menu
Image Mode (Image Size and Quality)
Skin Softening
Smile Timer
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Blink Proof
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The Shooting Menu (A (Auto) Mode)
Image Mode (Image Size and Quality)
White Balance (Adjusting Hue)
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ISO Sensitivity
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AF Area Mode
You can set how the camera selects the focus area for autofocus.
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Subject Tracking Mode (Focusing on a Moving Subject)
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tracking and press the k button.
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picture.
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Autofocus Mode
Choose how the camera focuses.
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images and press the k button.
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and number of copies (up to nine per picture).
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date and shooting information.
Pictures selected for printing are recognized by the w icon displayed in playback mode.
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List by date modeFavorite pictures mode or auto sort mode
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bSlide Show
View pictures stored in the internal memory or on a memory card in an automatic slide show.
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press the k button.
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dProtect
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The Image Selection Screen
Follow the procedure described below to select images.
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desired image.
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number of copies).
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E Voice Memo
Use the cameras microphone to record voice memos for pictures.
Recording Voice Memos
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hCopy (Copy Between Internal Memory and Memory Card)
Copy pictures between the internal memory and a memory card.
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the copy screen and press the k button.
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CSequence Display Options
xChoose Key Picture
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The Movie Menu
Movie Options
Normal Speed Movies
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Open with HS Footage
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Recording Movies in Slow Motion and Fast Motion (HS Movie)
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(E53) and press the k button.
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recording.
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Autofocus Mode
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Set whether or not to reduce wind noise during normal-speed movie recording (
Choose how the camera focuses when recording normal speed movies (E52).
Movie Light
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Distance Units
Calculate Distance
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Create Log (Record the log of moving information)
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The log data is saved to a memory card.
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be displayed, and press the k button.
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To Erase Log Data
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Electronic Compass
Display a map (A88)M d button M U tab (A11) M Electronic compass Option Description
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The Setup Menu
Welcome Screen
Choose whether or not to display the welcome screen on the monitor when the camera is turned on.
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Time Zone and Date
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Setting the Travel Destination Time Zone
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(Time zone).
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Monitor Settings
Photo info
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Print Date (Imprinting Date and Time on Pictures)
The icon for the current setting other than Off is displayed on the monitor (A6).
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Press the d button M z tab (A11) MPrint date
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Vibration Reduction
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Motion Detection
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AF Assist
Enable or disable the AF-assist illuminator that assists the autofocus when the lighting is dim.
Digital Zoom
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Sound Settings
Adjust the following sound settings.
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Action Control Response
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Auto Off
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Format Memory/Format Card
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Language
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TV Settings
Adjust the settings for connecting to a TV.
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Blink Warning
The Did someone blink? Screen
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Assign Action Button
Special Effects Mode
Set the function to be performed when the action button (A13) is pressed.
Reset All
When Reset is selected, the camera settings are restored to the default values. Pop-up Menu
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Smart Portrait Menu Shooting Menu
Setup Menu
Movie Menu
Map Menu
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File and Folder Names
DSCN0001.JPG
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Optional Accessories
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Error Messages
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Technical Notes and Index
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Technical Notes and Index
Caring for the Products
The Camera
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Caring for the Products
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or the Memory Card
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The Battery
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The Battery Charger
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The Memory Cards
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Caring for the Camera
Cleaning
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Storage
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USER LICENSE AGREEMENT FOR MAP DATA AND LOCATION NAME DATA
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Notices related to licensed software copyright holders.
Map data and location name data for Japan Map data and location name data except for Japan
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Troubleshooting
Power, Display and Settings Issues
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Shooting Issues
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Playback Issues
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GPS
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Specifications
Nikon COOLPIX AW100 Digital Camera
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Specifications
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Specifications
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Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL12
Battery Charger MH-65
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Supported Standards
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Index
Symbols
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