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DIGITAL CAMERA COOLPIX 300 User’s Manual i
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Cautions • The reproduction of all or part of this manual without our permission is prohibited. • The information contained in this manual is subject to change without notice. • We have made every effort to produce a perfect manual, but should you find any mistakes, we would be grateful if you would kindly let us know. • We shall take no responsibility for consequences resulting from the operation of this product, despite the terms mentioned above. Important ! The symbols in this manual indic
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Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Radio Frequency Interference Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interferen
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Safety Precautions Be sure to observe the following safety precautions when using and storing your COOLPIX 300. Do not look directly at the sun through the viewfinder Viewing the sun or other strong light source through the viewfinder could cause permanent visual impairment. Cut power immediately in the event of malfunction Should you notice smoke or an unusual smell coming from the camera or the optional AC adaptor, unplug the AC adaptor and remove the batteries immediately, taking care to av
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Use only AA alkaline batteries Using other batteries could cause fire. Observe proper precautions when handling batteries Batteries may leak or explode if improperly handled. Observe the following precautions when handling batteries for use in this camera. • If you are using the optional AC adaptor, be sure to unplug the camera before replacing the batteries. • When inserting batteries, be sure to align their positive (+) and negative (-) poles as shown below. • Replace all batteries at the sam
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Observe proper precautions when using the AC adaptor Improper use of the COOLPIX 300’s optional AC adaptor could result in fire or electric shock. Observe the following precautions when using the AC adaptor. • Be sure to use a voltage which matches the voltage written on the adaptor. • The adaptor is for indoor use only. Use batteries when operating your COOLPIX 300 out of doors. • Be careful not to damage the power cord’s protective insulation. Do not cut or abrade the cord, expose the cord to
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How to hold the COOLPIX 300 When taking photographs with the COOLPIX 300, you can frame your shots using either the viewfinder or the touch-panel display. Using the viewfinder with the touch-panel display’s cover closed saves battery power and allows you to support the camera with both hands, which prevents the camera from shaking and so blurring your photographs. When framing pictures through the viewfinder, close the touch-panel cover and hold the camera as shown below. When framing photograph
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Changing the language of the touch-panel display When you first turn the camera on, the touch-panel display’s menus and messages may appear in a language other than English. To change the language of the display, follow the steps described in the second and third chapters of this manual (“Before You Begin” and “First Steps”) to ready the camera and stylus and to turn the camera on. Using the stylus, touch OK in the lower right corner of the first menu that appears in the main window of the tou
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Press the Page Down arrow ( ), and in the menu that next appears select the second item from the top. 2/2 xxxx xxxxx xxxxxxxxxxx Touch here xxxxxxxxxxx xxxxxxxxxxx xxxxxxxxxxx Note: In this illustration, “xxxxx…” is used in place of the characters that will actually be seen in the display. In the menu that appears, select “E” for English and touch the ENTER key. xxxx xxxxx xxxxx xxxxxxxx E G Select “E” F J xxxxxxxx [5] Note: In this illustration, “xxxxx…” is used
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Notice concerning prohibition of copying or reproduction Note that simply being in possession of material which has been copied or reproduced by means of a digital camera may be punishable by law. Items prohibited by law from being copied or reproduced Do not copy or reproduce paper money, coins, securities, government bonds, or local government bonds, even if such copies or reproductions are stamped “Sample”. The copying or reproduction of paper money, coins, or securities which are circulated
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Contents Safety Precautions ................................................................. iv Overview ......................................................................1 Before You Begin .........................................................3 What’s in this Package ..................................................................3 Parts of the COOLPIX 300..............................................................5 Attaching the Wrist Strap .........................................
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Viewing Multiple Images.............................................................46 The Status Bar ...............................................................................48 Playback Options ........................................................................49 Deleting Images and Recordings from Memory......................51 Slide Shows ...................................................................................53 Connecting the COOLPIX 300 to a Television Set ............
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Overview Thank you for your purchase of a Nikon COOLPIX 300. The COOLPIX 300 combines a digital camera, memo tablet, and digital audio recording system into a compact, light-weight (240 gram, or 8.6 ounce) package that fits comfortably into a pocket or briefcase. Recorded image and sound data can be played back using the camera’s built-in speaker and TFT video display, or the camera can be attached to television set to create multi- media presentations. The COOLPIX 300 can also be attached to a
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This manual explains how to use and care for your COOLPIX 300. The next section, “Before You Begin,” introduces you to the parts of the camera and gives basic precautions that should be observed when using and storing the COOLPIX 300. This section is followed by “First Steps,” which takes you from putting batteries in your camera and turning it on to making your first photographs, memos, and recordings. “Playback” describes how to play back and delete images and recordings, how to combine memos,
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Before You Begin This chapter introduces you to the contents of this package and to the parts of your Nikon COOLPIX 300. It also lists basic precautions that should be taken to ensure that your camera continues to operate properly. What’s in this Package Purchasers of the COOLPIX 300 should find that the package contains all the items listed below. Should you notice that anything is missing, contact your retailer immediately. Nikon COOLPIX 300 digital camera (1) Carrying case (1) Stylus (1) Wris
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SC-E300 serial (RS-232C) SC-E300M serial (RS-232/ cable for PC (1) RS-422) cable for Macintosh User’s manual (this manual) EG300 video cable (1) Nikon View software Open Me First Envelope (1) and manual (1) 4 Before You Begin : What’s in This Package
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Parts of the COOLPIX 300 Before You Begin : Parts of the COOLPIX 300 5
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[ 1] Viewfinder eyepiece [13] Touch-panel display [ 2] Microphone [14] Cover for serial and SCSI [ 3] Recording lamp connectors [ 4] Speaker [15] Stylus for touch-panel display [ 5] ON/OFF switch [16] DC connector for attaching [ 6] Record button optional AC adaptor [ 7] Strap pin [17] Cover for touch-panel display [ 8] POWER lamp [18] Lens [ 9] READY lamp [19] Viewfinder window [10] Macro close-up switch [20] Red-eye reduction lamp [11] AV out [21] Flash window [12] Shutter release button [22]
