Connecting to a Computer

Data Transfer and Camera Control

The supplied UC-E4 USB cable can be used to connect the camera to a com- puter. Once the camera is connected, PictureProject can be used to copy photographs to the computer, where they can be browsed, viewed, and retouched. The camera can also be used with other applications available separately from Nikon, including Capture NX, which supports batch process- ing and more advanced image editing options, and Camera Control Pro, which can be used to control the camera directly from the computer.

Before Connecting the Camera

Install the necessary software after reading the manuals and reviewing the system requirements. To ensure that data transfer is not interrupted, be sure the camera battery is fully charged. If in doubt, charge the battery before use or use an EH-6 AC adapter (available separately).

Before connecting the camera, set the USB option in the setup menu ( 220) according to the com- puter operating system and the software used:

Operating system

PictureProject

Camera Control Pro

Windows XP Home Edition

Choose PTP or

 

Windows XP Professional

 

Mac OS X*

Mass Storage

Choose PTP

 

Windows 2000 Professional

Choose

 

Windows Millennium Edition (Me)

 

Mass Storage

Not supported

Windows 98 Second Edition (SE)

 

 

* Mac OS X version 10.3.9 or later required for Camera Control Pro.

Do NOT select PTP. If PTP is selected when the camera is connected, the Windows hardware wizard will be displayed. Click Cancel to exit the wizard, and then discon- nect the camera. Be sure to select Mass storage before reconnecting the camera.

The USB Cable Clip

To prevent cable from being disconnected, fasten the clip as shown.

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