Technical Notes

Error Messages

The following table lists the error messages and other warnings that appear in the monitor and how to deal with them.

Display

Problem

Solution

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Clock calendar not

Set clock calendar to cur-

22–

(Flashes)

set.

rent date and time.

23

 

WARNING ! !

 

 

 

 

 

BATTERY

Battery exhausted.

Turn camera off and re-

19

 

 

place battery.

 

 

 

EXHAUSTED

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Use focus lock to focus on

 

 

 

AF●

Camera cannot focus.

another subject at same

28

 

(● flashes red)

distance, then recompose

 

 

 

 

 

photograph.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Use the flash, or steady the

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

camera by mounting it on

 

 

 

 

 

 

Slow shutter speed.

a tripod, placing it on a lev-

37,

 

 

 

Photosmaybeblurred.

el surface, or holding it in

53

 

 

 

 

 

both hands with your el-

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

bows against your torso.

 

 

 

Please turn the lens to

Lens is blocked by

Rotate lens until message

26

 

the shooting position

camera body.

is no longer displayed.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Camera turned off or

Message clears from dis-

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

WARNING ! !

playback mode se-

play automatically when

29

 

Please wait for camera

lected while pictures

recording is complete.

 

 

 

to finish recording

are being saved.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Camera can not de-

Turn camera off and con-

 

 

 

 

 

 

firm that memory card is

16

 

NO CARD PRESENT

tect memory card.

correctly inserted.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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COOLPIX 2500 specifications

The Nikon COOLPIX 2500 is a compact digital camera that was introduced in the early 2000s, showcasing a blend of innovative features and user-friendly design. It is known for its portability and ease of use, making it an excellent choice for casual photographers and those just beginning their journey into digital photography.

One of the standout features of the COOLPIX 2500 is its 2.0-megapixel image sensor, which allows users to capture decent quality images for that time. Although the resolution may seem modest by today’s standards, it was suitable for printing 4x6 inch photos and sharing images online in the early 2000s. The camera also boasts an 8x digital zoom, which provides users with the flexibility to capture distant subjects without the need for an additional lens.

The camera's lens is a 5.2-15.6mm lens, equivalent to a 37-111mm lens in 35mm film terms, making it versatile for a range of shooting situations, from close-ups to portraits. The COOLPIX 2500 features a built-in flash that automatically adjusts according to the lighting conditions, ensuring better image quality in low-light situations.

Another impressive aspect of the COOLPIX 2500 is its user-friendly interface, which allows even novice photographers to operate the camera with ease. It comes with several scene modes, such as portrait, landscape, and night portrait, that provide optimal settings for different scenarios. The camera also features a 1.5-inch LCD display, enabling users to preview their shots instantly.

In terms of battery life, the COOLPIX 2500 operates on AA batteries, which is convenient for users who may not want to invest in specialized camera batteries. This feature allows for easy replacement and compatibility with commonly available batteries.

The Nikon COOLPIX 2500 remains a noteworthy model for its technological advancements during its era. It introduced users to the world of digital photography with a combination of simplicity and performance. Although outperformed by modern digital cameras, it serves as a nostalgic reminder of the early days of digital photography. Its portability, ease of use, and several intuitive features make it a significant model in the Nikon legacy.
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