Nikon COOLPIX P7800 Quick start guide

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Quick start guide

Nikon COOLPIX P7800 is a powerful digital camera that offers a wide range of features for capturing stunning images and videos. With its 12.2-megapixel CMOS sensor and NIKKOR 8.6x optical zoom lens, you can take sharp, detailed photos and Full HD videos with ease. The COOLPIX P7800 also features a variety of shooting modes, including manual and semi-automatic modes, as well as a built-in flash and a hot shoe for an external flash.

Nikon COOLPIX P7800 is a powerful digital camera that offers a wide range of features for capturing stunning images and videos. With its 12.2-megapixel CMOS sensor and NIKKOR 8.6x optical zoom lens, you can take sharp, detailed photos and Full HD videos with ease. The COOLPIX P7800 also features a variety of shooting modes, including manual and semi-automatic modes, as well as a built-in flash and a hot shoe for an external flash.

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Quick Start Guide
Confirming the Package Contents 3
First Steps 6
Shooting and Playback 14
Using ViewNX 2 21
Other Functions 27
For Your Safety 36
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Thank you for purchasing the Nikon COOLPIX P7800 digital camera. This guide introduces the
procedures necessary for first time use of this camera.
To ensure proper use, please read and thoroughly understand the information provided in “For Your
Safety” (A36) before using the camera.
For more detailed information, please refer to the digital Reference Manual, which is located on the
included CD-ROM. For information on viewing the camera's digital Reference Manual, see “Viewing the
Reference Manual CD“ described below.
Should you need technical support, we offer a number of options.
Internet
Please visit the Nikon support home page, where you can:
Search Nikon's continuously updated Knowledge Database for the latest technical support
information.
Use “Ask Nikon a Question” to receive a prompt reply from a Nikon professional advisor to your
e-mail.
Download the latest versions of Nikon software or firmware updates for your product, or register to
receive e-mail notification for software or firmware updates.
For customers in the United States: www.nikontechusa.com
For customers in Canada: help.nikon.ca (English), nikoncanada-fr.custhelp.com (Français)
For customers in Mexico: nikon.com.mx/soporte
For customers in Brazil: http://nikon.com.br
Telephone
Please call for technical support and other product assistance. Our professional advisers are standing by
to help with your digital camera needs.
For customers in the United States: 1-800-NIKON-UX (1-800-645-6689)
For customers in Canada: 1-877-534-9910
For customers in Mexico: 001-888-565-5452
For customers in Brazil: 0800-886-4566 (0800-88 NIKON)
C Viewing the "Reference Manual CD"
The Reference Manual can be viewed using Adobe Reader, available for free download from the Adobe
website.
1 Start the computer and insert the "Reference Manual CD".
2 Double-click the CD (COOLPIX P7800) icon in Computer or My Computer (Windows) or on the
desktop (Mac OS).
3 Double-click the INDEX.pdf icon to display the language selection screen.
Click a language and follow the links to view the Reference Manual.
An Important Notice about Accessories
Nikon COOLPIX digital camera is designed to the highest standards and includes complex
electronic circuitry. Only Nikon accessories, such as battery chargers, batteries and AC adapters
are certified by Nikon specifically for your Nikon COOLPIX camera and are engineered and
tested to operate within the requirements of the electronic circuitry of our cameras.
THE USE OF NON-NIKON ACCESSORIES MAY DAMAGE YOUR CAMERA AND WILL VOID YOUR
NIKON WARRANTY.
Genuine Nikon accessories are available through your Nikon-authorized dealer.
Confirming the Package Contents
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In the event that any items are missing, please contact the store
where you purchased the camera.
Confirming the Package Contents
COOLPIX P7800
Digital Camera
(with Accessory Shoe Cover
BS-1)
Camera Strap Lens Cap LC-CP26
(attached to the camera
body)
Rechargeable Li-ion Battery
EN-EL14
(with terminal cover)
Battery Charger MH-24* USB Cable UC-E16
ViewNX 2 CD Reference Manual CD
(Reference Manual CD)
Quick Start Guide (this guide) Warranty
*
A plug adapter is included if the camera was purchased in a country or region that
requires a plug adapter. The shape of the plug adapter varies with the country or region
of purchase (
A
6).
The included Battery Charger is MH-24 in countries other than Brazil, and MH-24C in
Brazil.
NOTE: A Secure Digital (SD) memory card, hereafter referred to as a “memory
card”, is not provided.
A:
This icon indicates that more information is available elsewhere in this guide.
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Parts of the Camera
1 Exposure compensation dial
2 Exposure compensation dial
mark
3 Shutter-release button
4 Mode dial
5 Accessory shoe
6 Flash
7 w2 (function 2) button
8 Sub-command dial
9 Zoom control
f : wide-angle
g : telephoto
h : thumbnail playback
i : playback zoom
j : help
10 w1 (function 1) button
11 AF-assist illuminator
12 K (flash pop-up) control
13 Electronic viewfinder
14 Diopter adjustment control
15 x (monitor) button
16 n (quick menu) button
17 Power switch/power-on lamp
18 Main command dial
19 g (AE-L/AF-L) button
20 c (playback) button
21 Monitor
22 Rotary multi selector (multi
selector)
23 k (apply selection) button
24 d (menu) button
25 l (delete) button
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Opening and Adjusting the Angle of the
Monitor
The orientation and tilt of the monitor can be changed. This is useful
when shooting with the camera in a high or a low position, or when
taking self-portraits.
For normal shooting, fold the monitor against the camera body with
the screen facing out (3 ).
When you are not using or carrying the
camera, fold the monitor against the camera
body with the screen facing inward to prevent
scratches or contamination.
B Notes About the Monitor
When moving the monitor, do not apply excessive force and turn slowly
within the monitor’s adjustable range so that the connection will not be
damaged.
When the monitor is turned with a cable connected to the external
microphone connector or accessory terminal, the monitor may catch on
the cable or cover. Do not apply excessive force to the cable or to the
connector of the camera.
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Step 1 Charge the Battery
1.1 Prepare the included battery charger.
If a plug adapter* is included with your camera, attach
the plug adapter to the plug on the battery charger.
Push the plug adapter firmly until it is securely held in
place. Once the two are connected, attempting to
forcibly remove the plug adapter could damage the
product.
* The shape of the plug adapter varies according to
the country or region in which the camera was
purchased.
This step can be omitted if the plug adapter comes
permanently bonded to the battery charger.
1.2 While pushing in the battery (1), set it into the battery charger
(2).
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1.3 Plug the battery charger into an
electrical outlet.
CHARGE lamp starts flashing when
charging starts.
CHARGE lamp turns on when charging is
complete.
About 1 hour and 30 minutes are
required to charge a fully exhausted
battery.
1.4 When charging is complete, remove the battery and then
disconnect the battery charger from the electrical outlet.
Step 2 Attaching the Camera Strap
Step 3 Insert the Battery and the Memory Card
3.1 Open the battery-chamber/memory
card slot cover.
CHARGE
lamp
Attach the strap at two places.
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3.2 Insert the battery.
Push the orange battery latch in the
direction indicated by the arrow (1), and
fully insert the battery (2).
The battery locks into place when
inserted correctly.
Be Careful to Insert the Battery in Correct
Direction
Inserting the battery upside down or
backwards could damage the camera.
3.3 Insert the memory card.
Slide the memory card in
until it clicks into place.
Be Careful to Insert the Memory Card in Correct
Direction
Inserting the memory card upside down or backwards
could damage the camera and the memory card.
Battery latch
Memory
card slot
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3.4 Close the battery-chamber/memory
card slot cover.
While the battery-chamber/memory
card slot cover is open, the camera
cannot be turned on.
Images are saved in the internal memory (approx. 86 MB) when no
memory card is inserted in the camera.
Removing the Battery and the Memory Card
Turn the camera off and make sure that the power-on lamp and the
monitor have turned off, and then open the battery-chamber/
memory card slot cover.
B High Temperature Caution
The camera, battery, and memory card may be hot immediately after using
the camera.
Removing the Battery
Move the battery latch in the direction
indicated by the arrow (1) to eject the battery
(2).
Removing the Memory Card
Gently push the memory card into the
camera (1) to partially eject the card (2).
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Step 4 Turn the Camera On
4.1 Open the monitor and remove
the lens cap.
See “Opening and Adjusting the
Angle of the Monitor” (A5) for
more information.
4.2 Press the power switch.
The monitor turns on.
To turn the camera off, press the
power switch again.
B Lens Cap
At times when you are not shooting images, attach the lens cap to the lens
to protect it.
C The Auto Off Function
If no operations are performed for a while, the monitor will turn off, the
camera will enter standby mode, and the power-on lamp will flash. If no
operations are performed for another 3 minutes, the camera will turn off
automatically.
While the camera is in standby mode, the monitor turns back on if you
perform any of the following operations:
- Press the power switch, shutter-release button, or c button.
- Rotate the mode dial.
- Open or close the monitor.
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Step 5 Setting the Display Language, Date,
and Time
When the camera is turned on for the first
time, the language-selection screen and the
date and time setting screen for the camera
clock are displayed. Use the rotary multi
selector to select the settings.
If you exit without setting the date and
time, O will flash when the shooting screen is displayed.
5.1 Use the multi selector
HI to select the desired
language and press the
k button.
Select the item on the
right/Display sub-menu
(apply selection)
Select the item above *
Select the item below *
Apply selection
Select the item on the left/
Return display to the
previous screen
Rotary Multi Selector
* Items above or below can also be selected by rotating the rotary multi
selector.
Čeština
Dansk
Български
Deutsch
English
Español
Cancel
Language
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5.2 Select Ye s and press the k button.
5.3 Select your home time
zone and press the k
button.
To enable daylight saving
time, press H. When the
daylight saving time
function is enabled, W is
displayed above the map. To turn off the daylight saving time
function, press I.
5.4 Select the date format and press the
k button.
No
Yes
set date and time?
Choose time zone and
Time zone and date
Cancel
Back
New York
Toronto
Lima
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5.5 Set the date and time, and press the
k button.
Select a field: Press JK (changes
between M, D, Y, hour, and minute).
Edit the date and time: Press HI. Date
and time can also be changed by
rotating the multi selector or main
command dial.
Confirm the setting: Select the minute field and press the k button.
5.6 Select Yes and press the k button.
When settings are finished, the lens
extends and the camera switches to
shooting mode.
C Imprinting the Date on Images While Taking Images
After setting the date and time, press the d button to display the
z (setup) menu and set Print date setting (A33).
Use the rotary multi selector to select and set menu options.
Press the d button to exit the menu.
C Changing the Current Date, Time, or Language
Press the d button to display the z (setup) menu and set Language or
Time zone and date (A33).
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Date and time
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OK?
Date and time
11/15/2013
The next step explains basic shooting operations using A (auto) mode.
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Step 1 Rotate the Mode Dial and Align the A
(auto) Icon to the Mark
Step 2 Check the Battery Level and the Number
of Exposures Remaining
Battery level indicator
C Monitor Display
Press the w2 button to switch between showing and hiding the photo
information or shooting information that is displayed in the monitor.
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Display Description
b The battery level is high.
B The battery level is low.
N
Battery exhausted.
The camera cannot capture images.
Recharge the battery.
Battery level indicator
Number of exposures remaining*
* When data is recorded to the internal memory, C is displayed.
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Built-in Flash
In situations where a flash is needed, such
as in dark locations or when the subject is
backlit, lower the K (flash pop-up)
control to raise the flash.
When not using the flash, gently push
to lower the flash until it clicks shut.
Switching Between the Monitor
and Viewfinder (x Button)
You can use the viewfinder when
bright light under the open sky makes it
difficult to see the monitor.
Each press of the x button switches
the display between the monitor and
viewfinder.
When you fold the monitor against
the camera body with the screen
facing inward, the display in the
monitor is switched to the
viewfinder.
Diopter Adjustment of the
Viewfinder
When the image in the viewfinder is
difficult to see, adjust by rotating the
diopter adjustment control while
looking through the viewfinder.
Take care not to scratch your eye
with your fingertips or nails.
Viewfinder
x (monitor) button
Diopter adjustment control
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Step 3 Frame a Picture
3.1 Hold the camera steady.
Keep fingers and other objects away from the lens, flash, AF-assist
illuminator, microphone, and speaker.
When taking pictures in portrait (“tall”) orientation, turn the camera
so that the flash is above the lens.
3.2 Frame the picture.
Using the Zoom
To zoom in closer to the subject: Move
toward g (telephoto)
To zoom out and view a larger area: Move
toward f (wide-angle)
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Step 4 Focus and shoot
4.1 Press the shutter-release
button halfway.
When the subject is in focus,
the focus area that includes the
subject or focus indicator
glows green (multiple focus
areas can glow green).
When you are using digital
zoom, the camera focuses on
the subject in the center of the
frame and the focus area is not
displayed. When the camera
has focused, the focus indicator
glows green.
If the focus area or focus
indicator flashes red, the camera is unable to focus. Modify the
composition and try pressing the shutter-release button halfway
again.
4.2 Without lifting your finger, press the shutter-release button the
rest of the way down.
Flash Status Display
When you press the shutter-release button
halfway, you can check the flash status by the
flash mode icon at the top of the monitor.
On: The flash fires in accordance with the flash
mode when you press the shutter-release
button all the way down. When U (auto) is
set, the flash fires when W is displayed.
Flashing: The flash is charging. The camera cannot shoot images.
Off: The flash does not fire when an image is taken.
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C
Focusing
To set focus and exposure (shutter speed and aperture value), press the
shutter-release button halfway.
The focus area varies depending on the shooting mode.
In A (auto) mode, the camera automatically selects one or more of the 9
focus areas containing the subject closest to the camera when the shutter-
release button is pressed halfway.
B High Temperature Caution
If you are taking images repeatedly with the flash within a short period of
time, the flash unit and its surrounding area can become hot. Before
lowering the flash, make sure to allow the flash unit and its surrounding area
to cool down.
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Step 5 Play Back Images
5.1 Press the c (playback)
button.
If you press and hold
down the c (playback)
button while the camera
is turned off, the camera
turns on in playback
mode.
5.2 Use the multi selector to select an
image to display.
Press and hold down HIJK to scroll
through the images quickly.
Images can also be selected by rotating
the multi selector or command dial.
To return to shooting mode, press the
c button or shutter-release button.
C Switching the Information in the Monitor
Press the w2 button to switch between showing and hiding the photo
information or shooting information that is displayed in the monitor.
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Multi selector
Display the next image
Display the previous image
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Step 6 Delete an Image
6.1 Press the l button to delete
the image currently
displayed in the monitor.
6.2 Use the multi selector HI to select
Ye s and press the k button.
The deleted image cannot be recovered.
To cancel, select No and press the k
button.
C Deleting Multiple Images
To delete multiple images, select Delete from the playback menu (A32).
Step 7 Turn Off the Camera
Press the power switch to turn the camera off.
When the flash is raised, gently
press the flash down to lower it.
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Nikon COOLPIX P7800 Quick start guide

Type
Quick start guide

Nikon COOLPIX P7800 is a powerful digital camera that offers a wide range of features for capturing stunning images and videos. With its 12.2-megapixel CMOS sensor and NIKKOR 8.6x optical zoom lens, you can take sharp, detailed photos and Full HD videos with ease. The COOLPIX P7800 also features a variety of shooting modes, including manual and semi-automatic modes, as well as a built-in flash and a hot shoe for an external flash.

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