Nikon Coolpix L100 User manual

Nikon
COOLPI.X
DIGITAL CAMERA
LIO0
User's Manual

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TopreventdamagetoyourNikonproductorinjurytoyourselfortoothers,read
thefollowingsafetyprecautionsintheirentiretybeforeusingthisequipment.
Keepthesesafetyinstructionswhereallthosewhousetheproductwillreadthem.
Theconsequencesthatcouldresultfromfailuretoobservetheprecautionslisted
inthissectionareindicatedbythefollowingsymbol:
WARNINGS
Turn off in the event of
malfunction
Should you notice smoke or an
unusual smell coming from the
camera or ACadapter, unplug the AC
adapter and remove the battery
immediately, taking care to avoid
burns. Continued operation could
result in injury. After removing or
disconnecting the power source, take
the equipment to a Nikon-authorized
service representative for inspection.
L_ Do not disassemble
Touching tile internal parts of the
camera or A( adapter could result in
injury. Repairsshould be performed
only by qualified technicians. Should
the camera or ACadapter break open
as the result of a fall or other accident,
take the product to a Nikon-authorized
service representative for inspection,
after unplugging the product and/or
removing the battery.
Do not use the camera or AC
adapter in the presence of
flammable gas
Do not use electronic equipment in
the presence of flammable gas, as this
could result in explosion or fire.
L_ Handle the camera strap with
care
Never place tile strap around tile neck
of an infant or child.
Keep out of reach of children
Particular care should be taken to
prevent infants from putting the
battery or other small parts into their
mouths.

Z_ Observe caution when
handling the battery
The battery may leak or explode if
improperly handled. Observe the
following precautions when handling
the battery for use in this product:
• Before replacing the battery, turn
the product off. If you are using the
AC adapter, be sure it is unplugged.
• Do not combine old and new
batteries or batteries of different
makes or types.
• Insert batteries in the correct
orientation.
• Do not short or disassemble the
battery or attempt to remove or
break the battery insulation or
casing.
• Do not expose the battery to flame
or to excessive heat.
• Do not immerse in or expose to
ware r.
• Do not transport or store with metal
objects such as necklaces or
hairpins.
• Batteries are prone to leakage when
fully discharged. To avoid damage
to the product, be sure to remove
the battery when no charge
remains.
• Discontinue use immediately should
you notice any change in the
battery, such as discoloration or
deformation.
• If liquid from the damaged battery
comes in contact with clothing or
skin, rinse immediately with plenty
of water.
AUse appropriate cables
When connecting cables to the input
and output jacks, use only the cables
provided or sold by Nikon for the
purpose, to maintain compliance with
prod uct regulations.
AHandle moving partswith
care
Becareful that your fingers or ()tiler
objects are not pinched by tile lens
cover or other moving parts.
CD-ROMs
Tile CD-ROMs supplied with this
device should not be played backon
audio CD equipment. Playing CD-
ROMson an audio CD player could
cause hearing loss or damage the
equipment.
Z_ Observe caution when using
the flash
Using tile flash close to your subject's
eyes could cause temporary visual
impairment. Particular care should be
observed if photographing infants,
when the flash should be no lessthan
1 m (3 ft. 4 in.) from the subject.
Do not operate the flash with
the flash window touching a
person or object
Failure to observe this precaution
could result in burns or fire.
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Avoid contact with liquid
crystal
Should the monitor break, care should
be taken to avoid injury caused by
broken glass and to preven_ liquid
c:rys_alfrom the monitor touching the
skin or entering the eyesor mouth.
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Notice for Customers in the U.S.A.
Federal Communications
Commission (FCC) Radio
Frequency Interference Statement
This equipment has been tested and
found to comply with the limits for a
Class Bdigital device, pursuant to Part
1Sof the FCC rules.These limits are
designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses,and
can radiate radio frequency energy
and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may
cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not
occur in a particular installation. If this
equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined
by turning the equipment off and on,
the user isencouraged to try to correct
the interference by one or more of the
following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving
antenna.
• Increase tile separation between tile
equipment and receiver.
• Connect tile equipment into an
outlet on acircuit different from that
to which tile receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an
experienced radio£elevision
technician for help.
F_ Nikon
COOLPIX L 1O0
CAUTIONS
Modifications
The FCCrequires the userto be
notified that any changes or
modifications made to this device that
are not expressly approved by Nikon
Corporation may void the user's
authority to operate the equipment.
Interface Cables
Use the interface cables sold or
provided by Nikon for your equipment.
Using other interface cables may
exceed the limits of Class B Part 1S of
the FCC rules.
Notice for customers in the State of
California
WARNING
Handling tile cord on this product will
expose you to lead, a chemical known
to the State of California to cause birth
defects or other reproductive harm.
Wash hands after handling.
Nikon Inc.,
1300Walt Whitman Road
Melville, New York 11747-3064
USA
Tel:[phone]

Notice for customers in Canada
CAUTION
This Class Bdigital apparatus complies
with Canadian ICES-O03.
ATTENTION
Cet appareil num#rique de la classe B
est conforme a la norme NMB-O03 du
Canada.
Symbol for Separate Collection in
European Countries
This symbol indicates that _7
this product is to be At
collected separately.
The following apply only to
users in European countries:
• This product isdesignated for
separate collection at an
appropriate collection point. Do not
dispose of as household waste.
• For more information, contact the
retailer or the local authorities in
charge of waste management.
This symbol on the battery \_e_.J
indicates that the battery is }£to be collected separately.
The following apply only to
users in European countries:
• All batteries, whether marked with
this symbol or not, are designated
for separate collection at an
appropriate collection point. Do not
dispose of as household waste.
• For more information, contact the
retailer or the local authorities in
charge of waste management.

For Your Safety ......................................................................................................................................ii
WARNINGS.............................................................................................................................................................................ii
Notices ......................................................................................................................................................v
Introduction ...........................................................................................................................................1
About This Manual ................................................................................................................................I
Information and Precautions .............................................................................................................2
Parts of the Camera ...............................................................................................................................4
The Camera Body ...................................................................................................................................................4
Raising and Lowering the Built-in Flash ...................................................................................................6
Attaching the Camera Strap and Lens Cap ............................................................................................7
The Monitor ................................................................................................................................................................8
Basic Operations ...................................................................................................................................10
I_1(shooting mode) button .........................................................................................................................10
[] (playback) button ........................................................................................................................................10
The Multi Selector ................................................................................................................................................11
MENUbutton .............................................................................................................................................................12
Switching Between Tabs .................................................................................................................................12
Help Displays ..........................................................................................................................................................13
About the Shutter-release Button .............................................................................................................13
First Steps .............................................................................................................................................14
Inserting the Batteries ........................................................................................................................14
Applicable Batteries ...........................................................................................................................................14
Turning On and Off the Camera .................................................................................................................14
Setting Display Language, Date and Time .................................................................................16
Inserting Memory Cards ....................................................................................................................18
Removing Memory Cards...............................................................................................................................I 9
I_ Basic Photography and Playback: Easy Auto Mode .......................................................20
Step I Turn the Camera On and Select I_ (Easy Auto) Mode .............................................20
k_dicators Displayed in I_ (Easy auto) Mode .....................................................................................21
Step 2 Frame a Picture .......................................................................................................................22
Using the Zoom ....................................................................................................................................................23
Step 3 Focus and Shoot .....................................................................................................................24
Step 4 Viewing and Deleting Pictures ..........................................................................................26
Viewing Pictures (Playback Mode) ............................................................................................................26
Deleting Pictures ..................................................................................................................................................26
Easy auto mode ....................................................................................................................................28

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I_I Auto Mode .....................................................................................................................................29
Shooting in the Auto Mode ..............................................................................................................29
Using the Flash ......................................................................................................................................30
Setting the Flash Mode ....................................................................................................................................30
Taking Pictures with the Self-timer ...............................................................................................33
Macro Mode ...........................................................................................................................................34
Exposure Compensation ...................................................................................................................35
Shooting Suited for the Scene ................................................................................................36
Using the Scene Mode .......................................................................................................................36
Setting the Scene Mode ..................................................................................................................................36
Features .....................................................................................................................................................................37
Taking Pictures for Food Mode ...................................................................................................................44
Taking Pictures for a Panorama ..................................................................................................................46
-_ Shooting continuously at high speed (Sport Continuous) ...........................................48
Shooting in the Sport Continuous Mode ....................................................................................48
Sport Continuous Menu ..................................................................................................................................49
High Sensitivity Mode ................................................................................................................50
Shooting in the High Sensitivity Mode ........................................................................................S0
r_] Capturing Smiling Faces Automatically ..............................................................................52
Using the Smile Mode ........................................................................................................................52
[] More on Playback .......................................................................................................................54
Viewing Multiple Pictures: Thumbnail Playback ......................................................................54
Calendar Display ...................................................................................................................................................55
Taking a Closer Look: Playback Zoom ..........................................................................................56
Editing Pictures .....................................................................................................................................57
Enhancing Brightness and Contrast: D-Lighting ..............................................................................58
Creating a Cropped Copy: Crop .................................................................................................................59
Resizing Pictures: Small Picture ...................................................................................................................60
_I_ Movies .............................................................................................................................................61
Recording Movies ................................................................................................................................61
The Movie Menu ...................................................................................................................................62
Selecting Movie Options .................................................................................................................................62
Movie Playback .....................................................................................................................................63

ConnectingtoTelevisions,ComputersandPrinters............................................................64
ConnectingtoaTV..............................................................................................................................64
ConnectingtoaComputer...............................................................................................................65
BeforeConnectingtheCamera..................................................................................................................65
TransferringPicturesfromaCameratoaComputer....................................................................66
ConnectingtoaPrinter......................................................................................................................69
ConnectingtheCameraandPrinter........................................................................................................70
PrintingPicturesOneataTime..................................................................................................................71
PrintingMultiplePictures...............................................................................................................................72
CreatingaDPOFPrintOrder:PrintSet.........................................................................................75
MENUShooting,PlaybackandSetupMenus.............................................................................77
ShootingOptions:TheShootingMenu.......................................................................................77
DisplayingtheShootingMenu...................................................................................................................78
_i,ImageMode....................................................................................................................................................7g
weWhiteBalance.................................................................................................................................................81
Continuous......................................................................................................................................................83
ColorOptions..................................................................................................................................................84
DistortionControl.........................................................................................................................................85
CameraSettingsthatCannotBeSetattheSameTime..............................................................86
PlaybackOptions:ThePlaybackMenu........................................................................................87
DisplayingthePlaybackMenu....................................................................................................................87
SlideShow........................................................................................................................................................Bg
"_Delete...................................................................................................................................................................g0
BasicCameraSetup:TheSetupMenu..........................................................................................91
DisplayingtheSetupMenu...........................................................................................................................92
Menus..................................................................................................................................................................94
I_1WelcomeScreen...........................................................................................................................................g5
_)Date.......................................................................................................................................................................96
I1-11Monitor Settings ..........................................................................................................................................9g
Date Imprint ..................................................................................................................................................101
_,_,Vibration reduction .................................................................................................................................102
o_Motion Detection ......................................................................................................................................103
--D AF Assist.........................................................................................................................................................104
_) Sound Settings ..........................................................................................................................................104
Auto Off ...........................................................................................................................................................105
I_l Format Memory/[L_J Format Card ....................................................................................................106
_1_Language ........................................................................................................................................................107
_,, Video Mode ..................................................................................................................................................107
[_] Blink Warnin_ ...............................................................................................................................................108

[] ResetAll...........................................................................................................................................................lOg
BatteryType..................................................................................................................................................111
Protect...........................................................................................................................................................111
RotateImage................................................................................................................................................112
_ Copy..................................................................................................................................................................113
_lei':.FirmwareVersion......................................................................................................................................114
TechnicalNotes................................................................................................................................115
OptionalAccessories.......................................................................................................................115
ApprovedMemoryCards............................................................................................................................115
ImageFileandFolderNames.......................................................................................................116
CaringfortheCamera.....................................................................................................................117
Cleaning.................................................................................................................................................................118
Storage....................................................................................................................................................................119
ErrorMessages...................................................................................................................................120
Troubleshooting................................................................................................................................123
Specifications.....................................................................................................................................128
SupportedStandards.....................................................................................................................................131
Index......................................................................................................................................................132

Thank you for your purchase of a Nikon COOLPIX L1O0digital camera. This manual
was written to help you enjoy taking pictures with your Nikon digital camera. Read
this manual thoroughly before use,and keep it where all those who use the
product will read it.
Symbols and Conventions
To make it easier to find the information you need, the following symbols and
conventions are used:
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Notations
• A Secure Digital (SD) memory card is referred to as a "memory card".
• The setting at the time of purchase is referred to as the "default setting".
• The names of menu items displayed in the camera monitor, and the names of
buttons or messages displayed in the computer monitor appear in bold.
Screen Samples
In this manual, images are sometimes omitted from monitor display samples so
that monitor indicators (:an be more clearly shown.
Illustrations and Screen Display
Illustrations and text displays shown in this manual may differ from actual display.
[] Memory Cards
Pictures taken with this camera can be stored in the camera's internal memory or on removable
memory cards. Ira memory card is inserted, all new pictures will be stored on the memory card and
delete, playback and format operations will apply only to the pictures on the memory card. The
memory card must be removed before the internal memory can be formatted or used to store,
delete or view pictures.

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.Y/www.nikor_uso.corr_/
• For users in Europe and Africa: http.f/www.europe nikon.com/_upport/
• For users in Asia, Oceania, and the Middle East: kttp.f/wwvv.nikon dsid.corrl/
Visit these sites 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. See the URL below for
contact information:
http.flimc;gir_g.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 AC adapters) 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.
For more information about Nikon brand accessories, contact a local authorized Nikon dealer.
Before Taking Important Pictures
Be_re 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
_r damages or lost profits that may result from product malfunction.
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,
• 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),

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 reproduction
of paper money, coins, or securities which are circulated in a foreign country is prohibited, Unless
the prior permission of the government was obtained, the copying or reproduction of unused
postage stamps or post cards issued by the government is prohibited. The copying or
reproduction of stamps issued by the government and of certified documents stipulated by law is
prohibited,
•Cautions on certain copies and reproductions
The government has issued cautions on copies or reproductions of securities issued by private
companies (shares, bills, checks, gift certificates, etc.), commuter passes or coupon tickets, except
when a minimum of necessary copies are to be provided for business use by a company, Also, do
not copy or reproduce passports issued by the government, licenses issued by public agencies
and private groups, ID cards and tickets, such as passes and meal coupons,
• Complywith copyright notices
The copying or reproduction of copyrighted creative works such as books, music, paintings,
woodcut prints, maps, drawings, movies and photographs is governed by national and
international copyright laws. Do not use this product for the purpose of making illegal copies or to
infringe copyright laws,
Disposing of Data Storage Devices
Please note that deleting images or _rmatting 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, erase all data
using commercial deletion software, or format the device and then completely refill it with images
containing no private information (for example, pictures of empty sky), Be sure to also replace any
pictures selected for the welcome screen (_ 95), Care should be taken to avoid inju ry or damage to
property when physically destroying data storage devices,
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The Camera Body
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Zoom control .................................................23
W :wide ................................................23
T :tele ..................................................23
[] :thumbnail playback ..............$4
C( : playbackzoom ........................56
:help .................................................13
U Shutter-release button 24
Self-timer lamp .............................................33
AF-assist illuminator .......................25,104
Power switch/Power-on lamp
.......................................................................20, 105
D BuiEbin microphone ...................................61
U Eyelet for camera strap ...............................7
M Speaker ..............................................................63
D Built-in flash ...............................................6, 30
U Lens ........................................................118, 128

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13 10 9 8
14 15 16
a Monitor .................................................................8
D Multi selector .................................................11
a I_1 (shooting mode) button .................10
U Flash lamp .......................................................31
Q _) (apply selection) button ..................11
g [] (playback) button .......................10,26
Q Eyelet for camera strap ................................7
Battery-chamber/
memory card slot cover ..................14, 18
D "_ (delete) button .......................26, 27, 63
MENUbutton .....................12, 62, 78,87, 92
m Pin cover ...........................................64, 66, 70
m Cable connector ..........................64, 66, 70
DC input connector (forACadapter
available separatdy from Nikon) ....15, 115
_ Tripod socket
_ Battery-chamber ..........................................14
_ Memory card slot ........................................18
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Raising and Lowering the Built-in Flash
Raising the Built-in Flash.
• See"Using tile Flash" (_ 30) for more information
about flash settings.
Lowering the Built-in Flash.
• Push tile Built-in flash down gently.
• When not using tile flash, lower tile Built-in flash.

Attaching the Camera Strap and Lens Cap
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_1_ Lens Cap
• Remove the lens cap before you shoot a picture.
• At times when you will not be shooting pictu res such as when the power is off or while you are
carrying the camera, attach the lens cap to the camera to protect the lens.

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The Monitor
Tile following indicators may appear in tile monitor during shooting and playback
(actual display varies with current camera settings).
Tile indicators and photo info displayed during shooting and playback will turn off
after a few seconds (_ 99).
Shooting
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H Shootingmode_...20, 29, 36, 48, 50, 52, 61
Macro mode ..................................................34
Zoom indicator .....................................23, 34
AE/AF-L indicator ........................................47
Focus indicator .............................................24
Flash mode .....................................................30
Battery level indicator ..............................20
Vibrationreductionicon(stillpictures)....21, 102
Electronic VR icon (movies) .........61,102
Motion detection icon ...................21,103
Distortion control .........................................85
"Date not set" indicator .........................120
Time zone indicator ..................................g6
Date imprint .................................................101
Image mode ..................................................79
Movie options ...............................................62
Differs according to the current shooting mode.
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Number of exposures remaining
(still pictures) ...........................................20
b Movie length ...........................................61
Internal memory indicator ....................21
Aperture ...........................................................24
Focus area ................................................22, 24
_11 Focus area (Face Priority) ................22, 24
Shutter speed .................................................24
ISOsensitivity ................................................31
Exposure compensation value ...........35
Color options .................................................84
White balance mode ................................81
Continuous shooting mode ................83
Type of sport continuous mode .......48
Self-timer indicator ....................................33
Refer to the sections on each mode for details.