Nikon Coolpix A1000 User manual

DIGITAL CAMERA
Quick Start Guide
Introduction ii
Parts of the Camera 1
Getting Started 3
Basic Shooting and Playback Operations 10
Other Functions 16
Technical Notes 20
• Read this manual thoroughly before using the camera.
• To ensure proper use of the camera, be sure to read “For
Your Safety” (page vi).
• After reading this manual, keep it in a readily accessible
place for future reference.

ii Introduction
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the Nikon COOLPIX A1000 digital camera.
For Detailed Explanations
Aside from this document, the Reference Manual (PDF format) provides details on how
to use this product. Download the Reference Manual from our Download Center at the
URL below and save it on your smart device or computer for reference.
•The Reference Manual can be viewed using Adobe Acrobat Reader (downloadable
from the Adobe website) or iBooks (an iOS app).
To View Images on a Computer or Smart Device
Use the following software or app.
Software for Computers
Download the software from our Download Center at the URL below.
•ViewNX-i: This software enables you to transfer images and movies to your
computer for viewing and editing.
•Capture NX-D: This software enables you to adjust images transferred to your
computer and process RAW images.
App for Smart Devices
•SnapBridge: When you establish a wireless connection, this app enables you to
upload images and movies to your smart device. See the included “SnapBridge
Connection Guide” for information on how to download the app and establish a
connection.
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Read This First
COOLPIX A1000 Model Name: N1721

iii
Introduction
Confirming the Package Contents
In the event that any items are missing, please contact the store where you purchased
the camera.
1A plug adapter is attached depending on the country or region of purchase. The shape of
the plug adapter varies with the country or region of purchase (A5).
2The EH-73PCH Charging AC Adapter may be included instead of the EH-73P, depending
on the country or region where you purchased the camera.
NOTE: A memory card is not included with the camera. SD, SDHC, and SDXC memory
cards are referred to as “memory cards” in this manual.
COOLPIX A1000
Digital Camera
Strap EN-EL12 Rechargeable
Li-ion Battery
EH-73P Charging AC
Adapter1, 2 UC-E21 USB Cable
Quick Start Guide
(this manual)
SnapBridge Connection
Guide
Warranty

iv Introduction
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 websites:
•For users in the U.S.A.: https://www.nikonusa.com/
•For users in Europe: https://www.europe-nikon.com/support/
•For users in Asia, Oceania, the Middle East, and Africa: http://www.nikon-asia.com/
Visit these websites to keep up-to-date with the latest product information, tips, answers to
frequently asked questions (FAQs), and general advice on digital imaging and photography.
Additional information may be available from the Nikon representative in your area. Visit the
website below for contact information.
https://imaging.nikon.com/
Use Only Nikon Brand Electronic Accessories
Nikon COOLPIX cameras are designed to the highest standards and include complex
electronic circuitry. Only Nikon brand electronic accessories (including battery chargers,
batteries, AC adapters, and USB cables) certified by Nikon specifically for use with this Nikon
digital camera are engineered and proven to operate within the operational and safety
requirements of this electronic circuitry.
THE USE OF NON-NIKON ELECTRONIC ACCESSORIES COULD DAMAGE THE CAMERA AND
MAY VOID YOUR NIKON WARRANTY.
The use of third-party rechargeable Li-ion batteries not bearing the Nikon holographic seal
could interfere with normal operation of the camera or result in the batteries overheating,
igniting, rupturing, or leaking.
For more information about Nikon brand accessories, contact a local authorized Nikon
dealer.
Before Taking Important Pictures
Before taking pictures on important occasions (such as at weddings or before taking the
camera on a trip), take a test shot to ensure that the camera is functioning normally. Nikon
will not be held liable for damages or lost profits that may result from product malfunction.
Holographic seal: Identifies this
device as an authentic Nikon product.

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Introduction
About the Manuals
•No part of the manuals included with this product may be reproduced, transmitted,
transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form, by
any means, without Nikon’s prior written permission.
•Illustrations and screen content shown in this manual may differ from the actual product.
•Nikon reserves the right to change the specifications of the hardware and software
described in these manuals at any time and without prior notice.
•Nikon will not be held liable for any damages resulting from the use of this product.
•While every effort was made to ensure that the information in these manuals is accurate
and complete, we would appreciate it were you to bring any errors or omissions to the
attention of the Nikon representative in your area (address provided separately).
Comply with Copyright Notices
Under copyright law, photographs or recordings of copyrighted works made with the
camera can not be used without the permission of the copyright holder. Exceptions apply
to personal use, but note that even personal use may be restricted in the case of
photographs or recordings of exhibits or live performances.
Disposing of Data Storage Devices
Please note that deleting images or formatting data storage devices such as memory cards
or built-in camera memory does not completely erase the original image data. Deleted files
can sometimes be recovered from discarded storage devices using commercially available
software, potentially resulting in the malicious use of personal image data. Ensuring the
privacy of such data is the user’s responsibility.
Before discarding a data storage device or transferring ownership to another person, make
sure to reset all of the camera’s settings in Reset all in the setup menu (A18). After
resetting, erase all data in the device using commercial deletion software, or format the
device in Format memory or Format card in the setup menu (A18), then completely
refill it with images containing no private information (for example, images of empty sky).
Care should be taken to avoid injury or damage to property when physically destroying
memory cards.
Conformity Marking
Follow the procedure below to display some of the conformity markings that the camera
complies with.
Press the dbutton Mzmenu icon MConformity marking Mkbutton

vi Introduction
To prevent damage to property or injury to yourself or to others, read “For Your Safety”
in its entirety before using this product.
Keep these safety instructions where all those who use this product will read them.
For Your Safety
DANGER
Failure to observe the precautions marked
with this icon carries a high risk of death or
severe injury.
WARNING
Failure to observe the precautions marked
with this icon could result in death or
severe injury.
CAUTION
Failure to observe the precautions marked
with this icon could result in injury or
property damage.
WARNING
•Do not use while walking or operating a vehicle. Failure to observe this
precaution could result in accidents or other injury.
•Do not disassemble or modify this product. Do not touch internal parts
that become exposed as the result of a fall or other accident. Failure to
observe these precautions could result in electric shock or other injury.
•Should you notice any abnormalities such as the product producing
smoke, heat, or unusual odors, immediately disconnect the battery or
power source. Continued operation could result in fire, burns or other injury.
•Keep dry. Do not handle with wet hands. Do not handle the plug with wet
hands. Failure to observe these precautions could result in fire or electric shock.
•Do not let your skin remain in prolonged contact with this product while it
is on or plugged in. Failure to observe this precaution could result in low-
temperature burns.
•Do not use this product in the presence of flammable dust or gas such as
propane, gasoline or aerosols. Failure to observe this precaution could result in
explosion or fire.
•Do not aim the flash at the operator of a motor vehicle. Failure to observe
this precaution could result in accidents.

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•Keep this product out of reach of children. Failure to observe this precaution
could result in injury or product malfunction. In addition, note that small parts
constitute a choking hazard. Should a child swallow any part of this product, seek
immediate medical attention.
•Do not entangle, wrap or twist the straps around your neck. Failure to
observe this precaution could result in accidents.
•Do not use batteries, chargers, AC adapters, or USB cables not specifically
designated for use with this product. When using batteries, chargers, AC
adapters, and USB cables designated for use with this product, do not:
-Damage, modify, forcibly tug or bend the cords or cables, place them
under heavy objects, or expose them to heat or flame.
-Use travel converters or adapters designed to convert from one voltage
to another or with DC-to-AC inverters.
Failure to observe these precautions could result in fire or electric shock.
•Do not handle the plug when charging the product or using the AC
adapter during thunderstorms. Failure to observe this precaution could result
in electric shock.
•Do not handle with bare hands in locations exposed to extremely high or
low temperatures. Failure to observe this precaution could result in burns or
frostbite.
CAUTION
•Do not leave the lens pointed at the sun or other strong light sources.
Light focused by the lens could cause fire or damage to product’s internal parts.
When shooting backlit subjects, keep the sun well out of the frame.
•Turn this product off when its use is prohibited. Disable wireless features
when the use of wireless equipment is prohibited. The radio-frequency
emissions produced by this product could interfere with equipment onboard
aircraft or in hospitals or other medical facilities.
•Remove the battery and disconnect the AC adapter if this product will not
be used for an extended period. Failure to observe this precaution could result
in fire or product malfunction.
•Do not touch moving parts of the lens or other moving parts. Failure to
observe this precaution could result in injury.
•Do not fire the flash in contact with or in close proximity to the skin or
objects. Failure to observe this precaution could result in burns or fire.

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•Do not leave the product where it will be exposed to extremely high
temperatures, for an extended period such as in an enclosed automobile
or in direct sunlight. Failure to observe this precaution could result in fire or
product malfunction.
•Do not transport the camera with a tripod or similar accessory attached.
Failure to observe this precaution could result in injury or product malfunction.
DANGER for Batteries
•Do not mishandle batteries. Failure to observe the following precautions could
result in the batteries leaking, overheating, rupturing, or catching fire:
- Use only rechargeable batteries approved for use in this product.
- Do not expose batteries to flame or excessive heat.
- Do not disassemble.
- Do not short-circuit the terminals by touching them to necklaces, hairpins, or
other metal objects.
- Do not expose batteries or the products in which they are inserted to powerful
physical shocks.
•Charge only as indicated. Failure to observe this precaution could result in the
batteries leaking, overheating, rupturing, or catching fire.
•If battery liquid comes into contact with the eyes, rinse with plenty of
clean water and seek immediate medical attention. Delaying action could
result in eye injuries.
WARNING for Batteries
•Keep batteries out of reach of children. Should a child swallow a battery, seek
immediate medical attention.
•Do not immerse batteries in water or expose to rain. Failure to observe this
precaution could result in fire or product malfunction. Immediately dry the
product with a towel or similar object should it become wet.
• Discontinue use immediately should you notice any changes in the
batteries, such as discoloration or deformation. Cease charging EN-EL12
rechargeable batteries if they do not charge in the specified period of time.
Failure to observe these precautions could result in the batteries leaking,
overheating, rupturing, or catching fire.
•When batteries are no longer needed, insulate the terminals with tape.
Overheating, rupture, or fire may result should metal objects come into contact
with the terminals.

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Introduction
•If battery liquid comes into contact with a person’s skin or clothing,
immediately rinse the affected area with plenty of clean water. Failure to
observe this precaution could result in skin irritation.

xIntroduction

1
Parts of the Camera
Parts of the Camera
* In this manual, pressing up, down, left, or right on the multi selector is expressed as H, I,
J, or K.
The Camera Body
1
15
16
17
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2 3 4 5 6 9 10 11 1412 13
1
Command dial
2Shutter-release button
3Zoom control
4Mode dial
5Flash
6q(snap-back zoom) button
7Side zoom control
8w(function) button
9Eye sensor
10 Electronic viewfinder
11 Diopter adjustment control
12 x(monitor) button
13 K(flash pop-up) control
14 Power switch/power-on lamp
(charge lamp)
15 c(playback) button
16 Rotary multi selector
(multi selector)*
17 k(apply selection) button
18 l(delete) button
19 d(menu) button
20 b(emovie-record) button
21 g(AE-L/AF-L) button
22 Monitor

2Parts of the Camera
The monitor of this camera is a touch panel, and can be operated by touching it with
your fingers.
CEnabling or Disabling Touch Operation
You can enable or disable touch operation using Touch-screen controls in the setup
menu (A18).
Operating the Touch Panel
Tapping Flicking Sliding
Briefly touch the touch
panel.
Sweep your finger up,
down, left, or right on the
touch panel.
Touch the touch panel,
move your finger up, down,
left, or right, and then
release.
Spreading/pinching
Touch the touch panel with two fingers, and spread them
apart or pinch them together.

3
Getting Started
Getting Started
•The strap can be attached to the eyelet on either side (left and right) of the camera
body.
How to Attach the Strap

4Getting Started
•With the battery’s positive and negative terminals oriented correctly, move the
orange battery latch (3), and fully insert the battery (4).
•Slide the memory card in until it clicks into place (5).
•Be careful not to insert the battery or memory card upside-down or backward, as
this could cause a malfunction.
•If the write-protect switch of the memory card is locked, you cannot shoot, delete
images, or format the memory card.
•Camera data, including images and movies, can be saved either on a memory card
or in the internal memory. To use the internal memory, remove the memory card.
BFormatting a Memory Card
The first time you insert a memory card that has been used in another device into this
camera, make sure to format it with this camera.
•Note that formatting a memory card permanently deletes all images and other
data on the memory card. Be sure to make copies of any images you wish to keep
before formatting the memory card.
•Insert the memory card into the camera, press the dbutton, and select Format card in
the setup menu (A18).
Removing the Battery or Memory Card
Turn the camera off and make sure that the power-on lamp and screen have turned
off, and then open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover.
•Move the battery latch to eject the battery.
•Gently push the memory card into the camera to partially eject the memory card.
•Be careful when handling the camera, battery, and memory card immediately after
using the camera, as they may be hot.
Inserting the Battery and Memory Card
Battery latch Memory card slot

5
Getting Started
* A plug adapter is attached depending on the country or region of purchase. The
shape of the plug adapter varies with the country or region of purchase.
•Charging starts when the camera is connected to an electrical outlet while the
battery is inserted, as shown in the illustration. The power-on lamp (charge lamp)
slowly flashes while the battery is charging.
•When charging is complete, the power-on lamp (charge lamp) turns off. Unplug the
Charging AC Adapter from the electrical outlet, and disconnect the USB cable.
Charging time is about 2 hours and 30 minutes for a fully exhausted battery.
•The battery cannot be charged when the power-on lamp (charge lamp) quickly
flashes, possibly due to one of the reasons described below.
- The ambient temperature is not suited to charging.
- The USB cable or Charging AC Adapter is not properly connected.
- The battery is damaged.
BNotes About the USB Cable
• Do not use a USB cable other than the UC-E21. Using a USB cable other than the UC-E21 could
result in overheating, fire, or electric shock.
• Check the shape and direction of the plugs and do not insert or remove the plugs at an angle.
Charging the Battery
Power-on lamp (charge lamp)
Electrical outlet
USB cable (included)
Charging AC Adapter*

6Getting Started
BNotes About Charging the Battery
•The camera can be operated while the battery is charging, but the charging time
increases. The power-on lamp (charge lamp) turns off while the camera is being operated.
- Movies cannot be recorded while the battery is charging.
•Do not, under any circumstances, use another make or model of AC adapter other than
the EH-73P/EH-73PCH Charging AC Adapter, and do not use a commercially available
USB-AC adapter or a battery charger for a mobile phone. Failure to observe this precaution
could result in overheating or in damage to the camera.

7
Getting Started
You can adjust the direction and angle of the monitor.
BNotes About the Monitor
•When moving the monitor, do not apply excessive force and move slowly within the
monitor's adjustable range so that the connection will not be damaged.
•Do not touch the rear side of the monitor. Failure to
observe this precaution could cause product malfunction.
Changing the Angle of the Monitor
For normal shooting When shooting in a low position
When taking self-portraits
When shooting in a high position
Be particularly careful not
to touch these areas.

8Getting Started
When the camera is turned on for the first time, screens to set the display language
and camera clock are displayed.
1Turn on the camera.
•Use the multi selector to select and adjust settings.
•A language selection screen will be displayed.
Use the multi selector HI to highlight a
language and press the kbutton to select.
The displayed languages vary depending on
the country or region.
2Select Yes and press the kbutton.
Camera Setup
Multi selector
kbutton
(apply selection)
Up
Down
Left Right Power
switch
Language
Cancel
Choose time zone and
set date and time?
Yes
No
Cancel

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Getting Started
3Highlight your home time zone and
press the kbutton.
•Press Hto set daylight saving time. When it is
on, the time is one hour earlier and Wis
displayed. When you press Ito turn it off, the
time goes back one hour.
4Press HI to select a date format and press the kbutton.
5Enter the current date and time for
the camera clock and press the
kbutton.
•Press JK to highlight items and press HI to
change.
•Select the minute field and press the kbutton
to confirm the setting.
6When prompted, select Yes and press the kbutton.
•The camera switches to the shooting screen when setup is complete.
CSetting the Language
The language can be set at any time in Language in the zsetup menu (A18).
CTo Change the Time Zone and Date Setting
Set in Time zone and date in the zsetup menu.
In Time zone, the time is one hour earlier when daylight saving time is on, and goes back
one hour when it is off.
London, Casablanca
UTC+0
Home time zone
Back Conrm
00 00
Date and time
DM Y hm
Conrm
2019
0101

10 Basic Shooting and Playback Operations
Basic Shooting and Playback
Operations
A(auto) mode is used here as an example. A(auto) mode enables you to perform
general shooting in a variety of shooting conditions.
1Rotate the mode dial to A.
•Battery level indicator
b: The battery level is high.
B: The battery level is low.
•Number of exposures remaining
Cis displayed when no memory card is
inserted in the camera, and images are saved in
the internal memory.
2Hold the camera steady.
•Keep fingers and other objects away from the lens, flash, AF-assist illuminator, eye
sensor, microphone, and speaker.
Shooting Images
1/250
1/250
F3.4
F3.4
500
500
25m0 s
25m0s
0.0
0.0
100
100
Battery level indicator
Number of exposures
remaining