Nikon 2500 - Coolpix Digital Camera Mounting instructions

Nikon Firmware Update for Coolpix 2500 Version
1.1
Notes:
1. It is most important that you follow the supplied directions; failure to follow
all of the steps may result in your camera being disabled.
2. This update is for Coolpix 2500 cameras only! It is strongly suggested that
you avoid any background process that may disrupt the Updater
communication process.
3. It is advised not to touch the mouse or keyboard once the uploader starts
to ensure against accidental launch of an application or other process.
4. This Software and Firmware is Licensed and Copyright of Nikon
Corporation Japan
1.0 System requirements
1. Windows Users:
Compatible with:
Microsoft Windows 98 Second Edition (SE)
Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional1
Microsoft Windows Millennium Edition (Me)
Microsoft Windows XP Professional1
Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition1
1 You must have Administrator authority on your computer to install,
uninstall, or run the Uploader Software. See your network administrator if
you require this authority.
System Requirements:
CPU: Pentium 120Mhz or greater
Hard Disk Space: 5MB or more

RAM: 32MB or more
Interface: USB interface (built-in only)
2. Macintosh Users
Compatible with:
Mac OS 9.0.4, 9.1.x, 9.2.x
Mac OS X is not supported
System Requirements:
CPU: PowerPC G3 or greater
Hard Disk Space: 5MB or more
RAM: 32MB or more
Interface: USB interface (built-in only)
2.0 About software and firmware
The “Firmware Uploader Software for the E2500 Ver.1.1” is a computer program
that updates the firmware in your Coolpix 2500 (E-2500). The firmware is a
program, which runs inside the camera and controls its operation. By running the
Uploader Software you will install the new firmware in the camera.
The process of transferring the new firmware from the computer to the camera is
sometimes called “Uploading,” “Upgrading” or “Updating” the firmware.
If your camera is version 1.0 it is recommended that you update the firmware in
your camera to 1.1 in order to benefit from improved operating performance.
The entire package (Uploader software and new firmware for the camera) is
supplied in a single file, which is compressed for distribution over the Internet.
Before performing a firmware update, you must de-compress the files back to
their original format.
3.0 Improvements and bug fixes in version 1.1

The principal changes to the camera firmware with the release of version 1.1 are
in the form of the following improvements to product performance and minor bug
fixes (not listed):
1. Shooting Data is now maintained even when photos have been rotated
using the rotation function included with the Windows XP OS.
2. The transfer button on the camera can now be used when the transfer
protocol is set to PTP with Windows XP or Mac OS X (version 10.1.3 or
later) and Nikon View 5.1 or later.
3. Support for Exif2.2 (popularly known as Exif Print)
4. Problems occurring when images were rotated under Windows XP have
been corrected
4.0 Restrictions on Usage
This utility will update the firmware in your Coolpix 2500 to version 1.1. It can
only be used if the version of the firmware in your Coolpix 2500 is version 1.0
and is not suitable for use with any other model of Coolpix camera.
5.0 Warnings
Your Coolpix 2500 could malfunction should any of the problems listed below
occur while the firmware is being upgraded. Please exercise all necessary
caution during the upgrade. The upgrade can be performed for you at a Nikon-
authorized service center in the event that you do not have the equipment
necessary to perform the upgrade, or are otherwise unsure that you would be
able to perform the upgrade yourself. Your Coolpix 2500 could malfunction
should any of the following occur during upgrade:
1. The camera turns off during the upgrade process
2. The data cable is disconnected
3. A problem occurs with the computer
4. The upgrade is performed in a place where there is excessive electrical
noise.
The camera could also malfunction if you make a forced exit from the
uploader or another application interferes with the uploader during the
upgrade.
Be sure to exit any other applications before running the uploader
software.

6.0 Confirming the current firmware version
1. Turn the camera “Off”
2. Hold down the MENU button.
3. Turn the camera to “Playback” mode while continuing to hold down the
MENU button until an image appears. The screen will display the current
firmware version like: “E2500V1.0”. If it reads other than 1.0, your firmware
should not be updated.
4. Turn the camera “Off”. This completes the version confirmation procedure.
7.0 Prepare for the Upgrade
Please make sure that you have the following items available
1. Power source - any one of the following:
a. The Nikon EH-60 AC Adapter.
b. A fully charged EN-EL2
2. Nikon Coolpix 2500 USB Cable
3. Coolpix 2500 User’s Manuals
4. Download and decompress the appropriate version (Macintosh or
Windows) of the updater files.
NOTE: Please use only authentic Nikon AC adapters and cables; other
products may damage the COOLPIX 2500.
8.0 Installing the Uploader Application-Macintosh
The Mac OS driver that helps control camera operation cannot also handle the
firmware update, so a different driver must be installed for the update and then
removed afterwards. To install the driver:
1. Download and decompress the “2500v11mu.sit” file
2. A folder called “E2500 firmware 1_1” will be created with the following
contents:
a. firmware.bin: firmware that will be installed in your camera
b. Uploader Storage 1.0: the uploader program
c. Nikon E2500 Uploader Installer: Firmware updater driver installer
3. Verify that the camera is NOT connected to the computer.
4. Double-click “Nikon E2500 Uploader Installer” to launch the installer.

5. When the installer window is displayed, click “Continue” to install the
driver(s).
6. When installation is complete, a message reporting that the operation was
successful will be displayed. Click the “Restart” button to reboot the
computer and continue.
7. Follow the instructions in step 9.0, below, to use the Uploader to update the
camera’s firmware.
9. 0 Installation of the Uploader Application- Windows
1. Download 2500V11wu.zip to your computer's desktop.
2. Decompress 2500V11wu.zip . This will create the folder "E2500V11"
containing the following files:
a. firmware.bin: firmware that will be installed in your camera
b. Uploader.exe: the uploader program
10.0 Upgrading the Firmware
1. Connect the camera to the computer with the USB cable.
2. Insert a Compact Flash card into the camera.
3. Connect the AC power adapter EH-60 to the camera and plug the power
cable into a power outlet. Users who prefer a battery power source should
insert a fully charged Nikon EN-EL2 rechargeable battery described above.
*The uploader may fail if a battery that is not fully charged is used.
4. Set the camera's USB mode to “Mass Storage”. A firmware upgrade
cannot be performed with USB mode set to “PTP”. See the camera's
reference manual for instructions on adjusting USB mode settings.
5. Confirm that the computer is on and ready for operation. Exit all software
applications.
6. Connect the camera to the computer with the USB cable.
7. Turn the Coolpix 2500 digital camera “On”.
When the camera is connected to the computer, the camera will enter into
PC transfer mode.
8. Double-click the Uploader program icon to launch the uploader software.
9. When the message "Click ‘Upload’ button to start the update" is displayed,
click “Upload”. After clicking the Upload button, the upload process cannot
be interrupted until the "Writing Firmware is complete" message is
displayed.

Do not perform a forced exit of the uploader software, turn the camera off,
or disconnect the USB cable during the upload process. Doing so could
result in a malfunction of the Coolpix 2500 Digital Camera.
10. The firmware upload process will begin.
A progress bar will appear on your computer monitor. (This progress bar
may flash during the upload process on Windows PCs.) During the
upload process, the following messages will be displayed.
"Uploading... DO NOT TURN CAMERA OFF!"
"Writing Firmware... DO NOT TURN CAMERA OFF! "
The upload process will take between three and ten minutes depending
on your computer model and settings.
IMPORTANT: On computers running Windows ME and Windows 2000,
the Windows message "Device removal warning" will appear during the
upload process. This is a standard system message and can be ignored.
When the "Writing Firmware is complete" message appears, click “OK” at
the bottom of the "Device removal warning" dialog to exit this warning.
IMPORTANT: On computers running Windows XP, a "Removable Disk"
window may appear during the upload process. This is a standard system
message and can be ignored. When the "Writing Firmware is complete"
message appears, click “Cancel” to close the "Removable Disk" window.
If Windows Explorer is displayed, click the Close box to exit the Explorer.
11. The firmware update is complete when the message "Writing Firmware is
complete" is displayed. Click “Close”.
12. Remove the camera from the system.
a. Windows XP users:
Click the "Unplug or Eject Hardware" icon in the taskbar and select
“Disable USB Mass Storage Device Drive (E:)” from the menu that
appears. (The name displayed for the drive (ex. "E:") may vary by
computer.)
b. Windows 2000 Professional users:
Click the "Unplug or Eject Hardware" icon in the taskbar and select
“Disable USB Mass Storage Device Drive (E:)” from the menu that
appears. (The name displayed for the drive (ex. "E:") may vary by
computer.)
c. Windows Me users:
Click the "Unplug or Eject Hardware" icon in the taskbar and select
“Disable USB Disk (E:)” from the menu that appears. (The name
displayed for the drive (ex. "E:") may vary by computer.)
d. Windows 98SE users:

Double-click the “My Computer” icon on the desktop and select the
removable disk corresponding to the camera. Open the “File” menu and
select “Eject”.
e. Macintosh users:
Drag the "untitled" disk icon from the desktop to the trash.
13. Disconnect the USB cable.
14. Turn the camera off.
15. Refer to step 6 above to confirm that the firmware version is now 1.1.
This completes the update.
Note: If you wish to use Nikon View, you will need to restart your system.
If you adjusted the camera's USB mode setting for firmware upgrade, return
USB mode settings to their previous setting.
11.0 Removing the Uploader Application (Macintosh only)
The Mac OS driver that helps control camera operation cannot also handle the
firmware update, so a different driver was installed for the update and now needs
to be removed. To remove the driver:
1. Launch the installer by double-clicking “Nikon E2500 Uploader Installer”
2. By default, “Easy Install” is selected in the installer window's pop-up menu.
Select “Uninstall” from the menu and click “Continue”.
3. When the removal is complete, a message stating that the operation was
successful will be displayed. Click the “Restart” button to complete the
operation.
* Nikon View cannot be used until the removal of the uploader driver has
been completed.
12.0 If things do not go as planned
The uploader software may not function as expected on some models of
personal computer.
1.”Error in writing Firmware” message

Should this occur, click "Close" to exit the uploader, disconnect the serial
cable and follow the steps above to confirm the camera firmware
version.
If the firmware version displayed is "E2500V1.1," the upgrade was
successful. Any other display, "E2500V1.0" for example, indicates that
your computer cannot be used to upgrade camera firmware. In this case
you will need to take your camera to the nearest Nikon-authorized
service center to upgrade the firmware.
2. Compatibility problems may exist between the uploader and certain
computers, making normal communication with the Coolpix 2500
impossible.
When the computer is unable to communicate with the camera, the
upgrade will stop and start repeatedly. In extreme cases, this process of
interruption and resumption may repeat indefinitely. Should this occur,
press the “Option,” “Command” and “Esc” keys (on the Macintosh) or
“Ctrl”, “Alt” and “Delete” keys (Windows) simultaneously to force the
program to quit. Restart your computer.
If this problem occurs, your computer cannot be used to upgrade camera
firmware. To upgrade the firmware, you will need to take your camera to
the nearest Nikon-authorized service center.