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... to get the most from your computer. Guide to Digital Photography The Guide to your camera. For information on the reference CD provided with your camera. Nikon View 5 Reference Manual The Nikon View 5 Reference Manual can be sure to read all instructions thoroughly to Know the COOLPIX 2500 Menu Guide First Steps Taking Pictures Review and Deletion...
... to get the most from your computer. Guide to Digital Photography The Guide to your camera. For information on the reference CD provided with your camera. Nikon View 5 Reference Manual The Nikon View 5 Reference Manual can be sure to read all instructions thoroughly to Know the COOLPIX 2500 Menu Guide First Steps Taking Pictures Review and Deletion...
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... Introduction: Before You Begin 1 Overview: About This Manual 2 Getting to Know the COOLPIX 2500: The Parts of the Camera and Their Functions ...4 Where to Find It-Parts of the COOLPIX 2500 4 How to Use It-Camera Controls and Displays 6 Menu Guide: Index to Menu Options 9 Tutorial: Getting Started ...Shoot 28 Step 6-Put the Camera Away 30 Review and Deletion: Quick Review 31 Quick Review 32 Full-Screen Review 32 Thumbnail Review 34 Getting Creative: Scene Selection 36 Connections: Your Camera and Your Computer 41 Before You Begin: Installing Nikon View 5 42 Making the ...
... Introduction: Before You Begin 1 Overview: About This Manual 2 Getting to Know the COOLPIX 2500: The Parts of the Camera and Their Functions ...4 Where to Find It-Parts of the COOLPIX 2500 4 How to Use It-Camera Controls and Displays 6 Menu Guide: Index to Menu Options 9 Tutorial: Getting Started ...Shoot 28 Step 6-Put the Camera Away 30 Review and Deletion: Quick Review 31 Quick Review 32 Full-Screen Review 32 Thumbnail Review 34 Getting Creative: Scene Selection 36 Connections: Your Camera and Your Computer 41 Before You Begin: Installing Nikon View 5 42 Making the ...
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... refer to it as you read through the manual for instructions on the names and functions of camera parts. This section also contains an index of menu options. Menu Guide Refer to Know the COOLPIX 2500 This chapter is divided into the following sections: Overview Read this section for a description of how this...
... refer to it as you read through the manual for instructions on the names and functions of camera parts. This section also contains an index of menu options. Menu Guide Refer to Know the COOLPIX 2500 This chapter is divided into the following sections: Overview Read this section for a description of how this...
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... requirements of a COOLPIX 2500 digital camera. Read this electronic circuitry. THE USE OF NON-NIKON ELECTRONIC ACCESSORIES COULD DAMAGE YOUR CAMERA AND MAY VOID YOUR NIKON WARRANTY. Only Nikon brand electronic accessories (including battery chargers, batteries, and AC adapters) certified by Nikon specifically for your local authorized Nikon dealer. 2 Introduction-Overview Use Only Nikon Brand Electronic Accessories Your Nikon COOLPIX digital camera is designed to...
... requirements of a COOLPIX 2500 digital camera. Read this electronic circuitry. THE USE OF NON-NIKON ELECTRONIC ACCESSORIES COULD DAMAGE YOUR CAMERA AND MAY VOID YOUR NIKON WARRANTY. Only Nikon brand electronic accessories (including battery chargers, batteries, and AC adapters) certified by Nikon specifically for your local authorized Nikon dealer. 2 Introduction-Overview Use Only Nikon Brand Electronic Accessories Your Nikon COOLPIX digital camera is designed to...
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...the function of each part, refer to Find It-Parts of the COOLPIX 2500 The parts of the camera are identified below. Introduction-Getting to Know the COOLPIX 2500 Getting to Know the COOLPIX 2500 The Parts of the Camera and Their Functions Take a few moments to it helpful to bookmark ...this section and refer to familiarize yourself with camera controls and displays. You may find it as you...
...the function of each part, refer to Find It-Parts of the COOLPIX 2500 The parts of the camera are identified below. Introduction-Getting to Know the COOLPIX 2500 Getting to Know the COOLPIX 2500 The Parts of the Camera and Their Functions Take a few moments to it helpful to bookmark ...this section and refer to familiarize yourself with camera controls and displays. You may find it as you...
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Introduction-Getting to Know the COOLPIX 2500 B 6C 7 8 17 9 16 15 14 13 12 11 10 13 / button .. 36, 46, 79, 80 14 Tripod socket 15 / button .... 33-34, 53, 78, 80 16 Flash-ready lamp 28 17 Non-slip grip A Mode selector 6 B Monitor 6 C Multi selector 8 5
Introduction-Getting to Know the COOLPIX 2500 B 6C 7 8 17 9 16 15 14 13 12 11 10 13 / button .. 36, 46, 79, 80 14 Tripod socket 15 / button .... 33-34, 53, 78, 80 16 Flash-ready lamp 28 17 Non-slip grip A Mode selector 6 B Monitor 6 C Multi selector 8 5
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... is running low. Slide the mode selector to Use It-Camera Controls and Displays A The Mode Selector mode The mode selector selects the operating mode and turns the camera on and off. Introduction-Getting to Know the COOLPIX 2500 How to OFF when you compose pictures before shooting. In ...mode, the monitor shows the view through the camera lens, together with icons indicating the status of camera settings. 1 17 16 15 14...
... is running low. Slide the mode selector to Use It-Camera Controls and Displays A The Mode Selector mode The mode selector selects the operating mode and turns the camera on and off. Introduction-Getting to Know the COOLPIX 2500 How to OFF when you compose pictures before shooting. In ...mode, the monitor shows the view through the camera lens, together with icons indicating the status of camera settings. 1 17 16 15 14...
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... recording 22 * Appears only when battery is also used to play pictures back. Indicators displayed 1600 NORMAL 15 Indicators hidden 7 Controlling the Monitor To hide camera settings or photo info, press the multi selector to the left a second time to view indicators again. Press the multi selector to the left . Introduction...
... recording 22 * Appears only when battery is also used to play pictures back. Indicators displayed 1600 NORMAL 15 Indicators hidden 7 Controlling the Monitor To hide camera settings or photo info, press the multi selector to the left a second time to view indicators again. Press the multi selector to the left . Introduction...
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... or down to hide or display indicators in the monitor. Indicators on/off ( 7) Press to left to highlight option. Introduction-Getting to Know the COOLPIX 2500 C The Multi Selector The multi selector is also used to navigate through camera menus, to page through or select pictures during playback ( 78), and to highlight option.
... or down to hide or display indicators in the monitor. Indicators on/off ( 7) Press to left to highlight option. Introduction-Getting to Know the COOLPIX 2500 C The Multi Selector The multi selector is also used to navigate through camera menus, to page through or select pictures during playback ( 78), and to highlight option.
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Getting Creative Explore the creative possibilities of taking pictures with the COOLPIX 2500. Tutorial Getting Started First Steps 16-23 Taking Pictures This chapter is divided into the following four sections: First Steps This section details the steps you will take before using your camera for a step-by-step guide to review and delete pictures while setting up your next shot. Review and Deletion Learn how to the basics of scene mode. 24-30 Review and Deletion 31-35 Getting Creative 36-40 15 Taking Pictures Read this section for the first time.
Getting Creative Explore the creative possibilities of taking pictures with the COOLPIX 2500. Tutorial Getting Started First Steps 16-23 Taking Pictures This chapter is divided into the following four sections: First Steps This section details the steps you will take before using your camera for a step-by-step guide to review and delete pictures while setting up your next shot. Review and Deletion Learn how to the basics of scene mode. 24-30 Review and Deletion 31-35 Getting Creative 36-40 15 Taking Pictures Read this section for the first time.
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...SE). These are using the UC-E3 USB cable, the COOLPIX 2500 requires the version of Nikon View 5 provided with built-in a CD-ROM drive. Windows users will need to upgrade to the version provided with another Nikon digital camera, you will need first to doubleclick the My Computer icon ...and then the Nikon icon to open automatically on the reference CD provided with your camera. Already Have Nikon View? In order to transfer pictures to your computer...
...SE). These are using the UC-E3 USB cable, the COOLPIX 2500 requires the version of Nikon View 5 provided with built-in a CD-ROM drive. Windows users will need to upgrade to the version provided with another Nikon digital camera, you will need first to doubleclick the My Computer icon ...and then the Nikon icon to open automatically on the reference CD provided with your camera. Already Have Nikon View? In order to transfer pictures to your computer...
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Choosing a USB Protocol The COOLPIX 2500 supports two USB protocols: Mass Storage (the default option) and Picture Transfer Protocol (PTP). Before Connecting the Camera Before connecting your camera to a computer, make sure that Nikon View 5 is connected, the monitor will remain off, and all controls except the ( ) button and power switch will be inactive. Do not...
Choosing a USB Protocol The COOLPIX 2500 supports two USB protocols: Mass Storage (the default option) and Picture Transfer Protocol (PTP). Before Connecting the Camera Before connecting your camera to a computer, make sure that Nikon View 5 is connected, the monitor will remain off, and all controls except the ( ) button and power switch will be inactive. Do not...
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...name ends in the case of images created with the small picture function ( 82), "SSCN," followed by a four-digit file number assigned automatically by "NIKON" (e.g., "100NIKON"). Connections Removing the Memory Card Be sure that appears. The folder name and file number can be ... three-digit folder number followed by the camera (e.g., "DSCN0001"). Windows 2000 Professional/Windows Millennium Edition (Me) Click the "Unplug or Eject Hardware" icon ( ) in the taskbar and remove the memory card from the system. File and Folder Names Pictures taken with the COOLPIX 2500 are displayed...
...name ends in the case of images created with the small picture function ( 82), "SSCN," followed by a four-digit file number assigned automatically by "NIKON" (e.g., "100NIKON"). Connections Removing the Memory Card Be sure that appears. The folder name and file number can be ... three-digit folder number followed by the camera (e.g., "DSCN0001"). Windows 2000 Professional/Windows Millennium Edition (Me) Click the "Unplug or Eject Hardware" icon ( ) in the taskbar and remove the memory card from the system. File and Folder Names Pictures taken with the COOLPIX 2500 are displayed...
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... (SE), Mac OS 9 Do not select PTP when connecting the COOLPIX 2500 to a computer running one of the above operating systems (there is no need to change the USB setting when using the camera for the "Nikon Digital Camera E2500_PTP" USB device. Click Cancel to exit the wizard, and then... disconnect the camera. If you have connected the camera to a computer running one of the above operating systems with PTP selected...
... (SE), Mac OS 9 Do not select PTP when connecting the COOLPIX 2500 to a computer running one of the above operating systems (there is no need to change the USB setting when using the camera for the "Nikon Digital Camera E2500_PTP" USB device. Click Cancel to exit the wizard, and then... disconnect the camera. If you have connected the camera to a computer running one of the above operating systems with PTP selected...
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...Image File and Folder Names Pictures taken with the COOLPIX 2500 are identified by file names that identifies the type of pictures created with the small picture function ( 82), "SSCN," followed by a four-digit file number assigned automatically by the camera. button will be transferred to show that will... and ".MOV" for transfer are stored in monitor ( 7). Turn this marking on picture in folders created automatically by "NIKON" (e.g., "100NIKON"). 79 Play movie back If the current picture is a movie, pressing the button starts and pauses movie playback ( 84).
...Image File and Folder Names Pictures taken with the COOLPIX 2500 are identified by file names that identifies the type of pictures created with the small picture function ( 82), "SSCN," followed by a four-digit file number assigned automatically by the camera. button will be transferred to show that will... and ".MOV" for transfer are stored in monitor ( 7). Turn this marking on picture in folders created automatically by "NIKON" (e.g., "100NIKON"). 79 Play movie back If the current picture is a movie, pressing the button starts and pauses movie playback ( 84).
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... no effect. pressing the SMALL PIC. ( ) button when a copy is a four-digit number assigned automatically by a gray border. When displayed in quick review. Viewing Small Picture Files on Other Cameras Copies created with the small picture function may not be able to a computer. 83 pressing...also not be set separately. In thumbnail playback and review, copies are surrounded by a gray frame. The COOLPIX 2500 may not display correctly when viewed on other models of Nikon digital camera to create small copies from other models of the monitor and are indicated by the...
... no effect. pressing the SMALL PIC. ( ) button when a copy is a four-digit number assigned automatically by a gray border. When displayed in quick review. Viewing Small Picture Files on Other Cameras Copies created with the small picture function may not be able to a computer. 83 pressing...also not be set separately. In thumbnail playback and review, copies are surrounded by a gray frame. The COOLPIX 2500 may not display correctly when viewed on other models of Nikon digital camera to create small copies from other models of the monitor and are indicated by the...
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... (on CD) for transfer to reselect the images. 91 Marking Pictures for Transfer with Other Cameras Pictures selected for transfer with another model of Nikon digital camera can be transferred when the memory card is inserted in the COOLPIX 2500. Playing Pictures Back-The Playback Menu Marking All Pictures for Transfer: Auto Transfer To turn transfer...
... (on CD) for transfer to reselect the images. 91 Marking Pictures for Transfer with Other Cameras Pictures selected for transfer with another model of Nikon digital camera can be transferred when the memory card is inserted in the COOLPIX 2500. Playing Pictures Back-The Playback Menu Marking All Pictures for Transfer: Auto Transfer To turn transfer...
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Technical Notes Camera Care, Options, and Resources This chapter provides tips on cleaning and storing your camera, a list of optional accessories available for the COOLPIX 2500, information on where to get help on line, troubleshooting advice, and camera specifications. 93
Technical Notes Camera Care, Options, and Resources This chapter provides tips on cleaning and storing your camera, a list of optional accessories available for the COOLPIX 2500, information on where to get help on line, troubleshooting advice, and camera specifications. 93
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... retailer or local Nikon representative AC adapter EH-60 AC adapter kit Carrying case CS-E2500 soft case CompactFlash™ memory card adapters EC-AD1 PC-card adapter Monitor (LCD) hood HL-E2500 LCD hood Approved Memory Cards The following optional accessories were available for use in the COOLPIX 2500: SanDisk SDCFB series... MB 128 MB, 160 MB Operation is not guaranteed with other makes of writing, the following memory cards have been tested and approved for the COOLPIX 2500. For more details on the above cards, please contact the manufacturer. 95
... retailer or local Nikon representative AC adapter EH-60 AC adapter kit Carrying case CS-E2500 soft case CompactFlash™ memory card adapters EC-AD1 PC-card adapter Monitor (LCD) hood HL-E2500 LCD hood Approved Memory Cards The following optional accessories were available for use in the COOLPIX 2500: SanDisk SDCFB series... MB 128 MB, 160 MB Operation is not guaranteed with other makes of writing, the following memory cards have been tested and approved for the COOLPIX 2500. For more details on the above cards, please contact the manufacturer. 95
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... IS NOT FORMATTED" ap- 101 pears in monitor: lens is blocked by camera body. Technical Notes Problem Possible cause Monitor is hard to read • Ambient lighting is too bright: move to a dark- 95 er location or use in COOLPIX 2500. • Message "NO CARD PRESENT" appears in 16 monitor: no longer displayed...
... IS NOT FORMATTED" ap- 101 pears in monitor: lens is blocked by camera body. Technical Notes Problem Possible cause Monitor is hard to read • Ambient lighting is too bright: move to a dark- 95 er location or use in COOLPIX 2500. • Message "NO CARD PRESENT" appears in 16 monitor: no longer displayed...