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DIGITAL CAMERA
Reference Manual
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Trademark Information � Microsoft, Windows and Windows Vista are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. � Macintosh, Mac OS, and QuickTime are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. The iFrame logo and the iFrame symbol are trademarks of Apple Inc. � Adobe and Acrobat are registered trademarks of Adobe Systems Inc. � SDXC, SDHC and SD Logos are trademarks of SD-3C, LLC. � PictBridge is a t
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Introduction Parts of the Camera and Basic Operations The Basics of Shooting and Playback Shooting Features Playback Features Recording and Playing Back Movies Using GPS General Camera Setup Reference Section Technical Notes and Index i
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Introduction Introduction Read This First Thank you for purchasing the Nikon COOLPIX P510 digital camera. Before using the camera, please read the information in “For Your Safety” (Avi) and familiarize yourself with the information provided in this manual. After reading, please keep this manual handy and refer to it to enhance your enjoyment of your new camera. Confirming the Package Contents In the event that any items are missing, please contact the store where you purchased the camera. C
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Introduction Read This First About This Manual If you want to start using the camera right away, see “The Basics of Shooting and Playback” (A17). To learn about the parts of the camera and basic operations, see “Parts of the Camera and Basic Operations” (A1). Other Information � Symbols and Conventions To make it easier to find the information you need, the following symbols and conventions are used in this manual: Icon Description This icon indicates cautions and information that should be r
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Introduction Read This First Information and Precautions Life-Long Learning As part of Nikon’s “Life-Long Learning” commitment to ongoing product support and education, continually updated information is available online at the following sites: � For users in the U.S.A.: http://www.nikonusa.com/ � For users in Europe and Africa: http://www.europe-nikon.com/support/ � For users in Asia, Oceania, and the Middle East: http://www.nikon-asia.com/ Visit these sites to keep up-to-date with the latest
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Introduction Read This First Notice Concerning Prohibition of Copying or Reproduction Note that simply being in possession of material that was digitally copied or reproduced by means of a scanner, digital camera or other device 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 reproducti
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Introduction For Your Safety To prevent damage to your Nikon product or injury to yourself or to others, read the following safety precautions in their entirety before using this equipment. Keep these safety instructions where all those who use the product will read them. This icon marks warnings, information that should be read before using this Nikon product, to prevent possible injury. WARNINGS Turn off in the event of Do not use the camera or malfunction Charging AC Adapter in the Shoul
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Introduction For Your Safety Observe caution when � If liquid from the damaged battery handling the battery comes in contact with clothing or The battery may leak, overheat, or skin, rinse immediately with plenty explode if improperly handled. of water. Observe the following precautions � If leaked battery fluid gets into your when handling the battery for use in eyes, rinse them out immediately this product: with clean running water and get � Before replacing the battery, turn the medic
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Introduction For Your Safety � Do not use with travel converters or Avoid contact with liquid adapters designed to convert from crystal one voltage to another or with DC- Should the monitor break, care should to-AC inverters. Failure to observe be taken to avoid injury caused by this precaution could damage the broken glass and to prevent liquid product or cause overheating or fire. crystal from the monitor touching the skin or entering the eyes or mouth. Use appropriate cables When conne
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Introduction Notices equipment does cause harmful Notices for Customers in the interference to radio or television U.S.A. reception, which can be determined IMPORTANT SAFETY by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct INSTRUCTIONS - the interference by one or more of the SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. following measures: � Reorient or relocate the receiving DANGER - TO REDUCE THE RISK OF antenna. FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, CAREFULLY FOLLOW THESE � Increase the
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Introduction Notices Notice for Customers in the State of Notices for Customers in Europe California CAUTIONS WARNING RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS Handling the cord on this product will REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT expose you to lead, a chemical known TYPE. to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES Wash hands after handling. ACCORDING TO THE Nikon Inc., INSTRUCTIONS. 1300 Walt Whitman Road, This symbol indicates that Melville
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Introduction Table of Contents Introduction .......................................................................................................................................... ii Read This First ........................................................................................................................................ ii Confirming the Package Contents.............................................................................................................. ii About This Ma
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Introduction Table of Contents Shooting Features ............................................................................................................................ 39 A (Auto) Mode.................................................................................................................................... 40 Changing A (Auto) Mode Settings........................................................................................................ 40 Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scen
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Introduction Table of Contents Recording and Playing Back Movies.......................................................................................... 95 Recording Movies ............................................................................................................................... 96 Changing Movie Recording Settings (Movie Menu) .................................................................... 99 Playing Back Movies........................................................
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Introduction Table of Contents Editing Movies.............................................................................................................................. E31 Extracting Only the Desired Portions of the Movie.............................................................. E31 Saving a Frame from a Movie as a Still Picture ........................................................................ E32 Shooting Menu (j, k, l or m Mode)...................................................
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Introduction Table of Contents The Setup Menu .......................................................................................................................... E74 Welcome Screen ........................................................................................................................................ E74 Time Zone and Date................................................................................................................................ E75 Monitor Settings....
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Introduction Table of Contents Technical Notes and Index ......................................................................................................... F1 Caring for the Products................................................................................................................. F2 The Camera ....................................................................................................................................................... F2 The Battery.................
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Parts of the Camera and Basic Operations Parts of the Camera and Basic Operations This chapter describes the parts of the camera and also explains the main functions of each part and the basic camera operations. Parts of the Camera ................................................2 The Camera Body ..........................................................................................2 Controls Used in Shooting Mode ............................................................4 Controls Used i
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Parts of the Camera and Basic Operations Parts of the Camera and Basic Operations Parts of the Camera The Camera Body Flash raised 1 2 3 4 5 6 78 91 10 112 13 14 15 16 Power connector cover (for connection 1 Eyelet for camera strap ................................7 12 with an optional AC Adapter).......E100 2 Power switch/power-on lamp..............25 13 Shutter-release button.........................4, 32 3 w (FUNC) button.................................... 110 Zoom control...................
