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DIGITAL CAMERA
Reference Manual
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COOLPIX P520 Recommended Features Vibration Reduction ...............................................................................A104 You can set the vibration reduction effect to either Normal or Active. When you select Active, a comparatively large camera shake is compensated for when shooting from a car or under poor foothold conditions. e (Movie) .................................................................................................A92 You can record movies by simply pressing
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Introduction Parts of the Camera and Main Functions 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 P520 digital camera. Before using the camera, please read the information in “For Your Safety” (Avi to viii) 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. ii
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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” (A16). See “Parts of the Camera and Main Functions” (A1) for more information on the names and principle functions of the camera parts. 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 t
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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 Do not use the camera or Turn off in the event of malfunction Charging AC Adapter in the Shou
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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 Observe the following when handling the battery for use in precautions when handling this product: the Charging AC Adapter • Before replacing the battery, turn the • Keep dry. Failure to observe this pro
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Introduction For Your Safety Use appropriate cables Turn the power off when using inside an airplane or the When connecting cables to the input hospital and output jacks, use only the cables Turn the power off while inside the provided or sold by Nikon for the airplane during take off or landing. Also, purpose, to maintain compliance with before boarding an airplane, set the product regulations. GPS tracking information recording Handle moving parts with care function to OFF. Follow th
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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, INSTRUCTIONS - the user is encouraged to try to correct 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 Notes on GPS b Location name data of this camera Before using the GPS function, make sure to read “USER LICENSE AGREEMENT FOR LOCATION NAME DATA” (F15) and agree to the terms. • The location name information (Point of Interest: POI) stands as of April 2012. The location name information will not be updated. • Use location name information only as a guide. • The location name information (Point of Interest: POI) of the People's Republic of China (“China”) and the Repu
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Introduction Table of Contents Introduction .......................................................................................................................................... ii Read This First......................................................................................................................................... ii About This Manual.............................................................................................................................................
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Introduction Table of Contents Shooting Features............................................................................................................................ 35 A (Auto) Mode.................................................................................................................................... 35 Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes) .................................................................................. 36 Viewing a Description (Help Information) of Each S
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Introduction Table of Contents Recording and Playing Back Movies.......................................................................................... 92 Recording Movies ............................................................................................................................... 92 Features That Can Be Set Using the d (Menu) Button (Movie Menu)......................... 96 Available Movie Menus.................................................................................
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Introduction Table of Contents Shooting Menu (j, k, l or m Mode) ................................................................................ E26 Image Quality and Image Size........................................................................................................... E26 Picture Control (COOLPIX Picture Control) ................................................................................ E26 Custom Picture Control (COOLPIX Custom Picture Control)............................
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Introduction Table of Contents Sound Settings............................................................................................................................................ E73 Auto Off ........................................................................................................................................................... E73 Format Memory/Format Card............................................................................................................ E74 Lan
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Parts of the Camera and Main Functions Parts of the Camera and Main Functions The Camera Body Flash raised 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 81 9 101 12 13 14 15 Power connector cover (for an optional 1 Eyelet for camera strap ................................6 11 AC adapter) .............................................E92 2 Power switch/power-on lamp..............23 12 Shutter-release button.........................3, 30 3 w (function) button ...................................4 Zoom control......................
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Parts of the Camera and Main Functions The Camera Body 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 16 17 91 101 12 13 14 15 Charge lamp................................... 18, E77 Side zoom control..................................... 104 10 Flash lamp.........................................................56 1 f : Wide ...................................................29 g : Tele......................................................29 11 c (playback) button.........................32, 97 2 Speaker........................
