Connecting to a Computer

Printers and Computers Televisions, to Connecting

Use the supplied USB cable to connect the camera to a computer and copy (transfer) images to the computer.

Before Connecting the Camera

Install the Software

Use the supplied ViewNX 2 CD and install the following software on the computer.

•ViewNX 2: Use the image transfer feature “Nikon Transfer 2” to save images that were captured with the camera on the computer. Saved images can be viewed and printed. Image and movie editing features are also supported.

•Panorama Maker 5: This software can join a series of images to create a single panorama image.

For more information on installing the software, refer to the Quick Start Guide.

Compatible Operating Systems

Windows

Windows 7 Home Basic/Home Premium/Professional/Enterprise/Ultimate, Windows Vista Home Basic/Home Premium/Business/Enterprise/Ultimate (Service Pack 2), or Windows XP Home Edition/Professional (Service Pack 3)

Macintosh

Mac OS X (version 10.4.11, 10.5.8, 10.6.4)

For information on the requirements for playing back high-definition movies, refer to “System Requirements” in the ViewNX 2 help information (A160).

Refer to the Nikon website for the latest information on operating system compatibility.

BNotes on Power Source

•When connecting the camera to a computer to transfer images, use a fully charged battery to prevent the camera from turning off unexpectedly.

•If the AC Adapter EH-5a and the Power Connector EP-5A (available separately) are used, COOLPIX P7000 can be powered from an electrical outlet. Do not, under any circumstances, use an AC Adapter other than the EH-5a or a Power Connector other than the EP-5A.

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