Nikon Coolpix L20 User manual

Nikon
DIGITAL CAMERA
COOL PIX L20/L19
User's Manual

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Introduction
First Steps
Basic Photography and Playback:
Easy
Auto Mode
Shooting in the Auto Mode
Shooting Suited for the Scene
[0,;]
-Taking
Portrait (Smile Face) Shots
Automatically
More on Playback
Movies
Connecting to Televisions, Computers and Printers
MENU Shooting, Playback and Setup Menus
Technical Notes
i

To prevent damage to your Nikon product or injury to yourselfor 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.
The consequences that could result from failure to observe the precautions listed
in this section are indicated by the following symbol:
~ ..•. ~~~sdi~~; t~~~V;~~~~;~'~~~~N~.ionthat shouldbereadbefore usingthisNikon
WARNINGS
II
Lt. Turn off in the event of
malfunction
Should you notice smoke or an
unusual smell coming from the
camera or AC adapter, unplug the AC
adapter and remove the batteries
immediately, taking care to avoid
burns. Continued operation could
result in injury. After removing or
disconnecting the power source, take
the equipment to aNikon-authorized
service representative for inspection.
Lt. Do not disassemble
Touching the internal parts of the
camera or AC adapter could result in
injury. Repairs should be performed
only by qualified technicians. Should
the camera or AC adapter break open
as the result of afall or other accident,
take the product to aNikon-authorized
service representative for inspection,
after unplugging the product and/or
removing the batteries.
Lt. 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.
Lt. Handle the camera strap with
care
Never place the strap around the neck
of an infant or child.
Lt. Keep out of reach of children
Particular care should be taken to
prevent infants from putting the
batteries or other small parts into their
mouths.

Lh. Observe caution when
handling batteries
Batteries may leak or explode if
improperly handled. Observe the
following precautions when handling
batteries for use in this product:
•Before replacing the batteries, turn
the product off. Ifyou are using an
AC adapter, be sure it is unplugged.
• Use only the batteries approved for
use in this product ([[] 12). Do not
combine old and new batteries or
batteries of different makes or types.
•IfNikon rechargeable Ni-MH batteries
EN-MH2 (EN-MH2-B2) are purchased
separately, charge and use each of
them as a set. Do not combine
batteries from different pairs.
•The EN-MH2 rechargeable batteries
are for use with Nikon digital
cameras only, and are compatible
with COOLPIX L20/L 19.
• Insert batteries in the correct orientation.
•Do not short or disassemble
batteries or attempt to remove or
break battery insulation or casing.
•Do not expose batteries to flame or
to excessive heat.
• Do not immerse in or expose to water.
•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
batteries when no charge remains.
•Discontinue use immediatelyshould
you notice any change in the
batteries, such as discoloration or
deformation.
For Your Safety
•If liquid from damaged batteries
comes in contact with clothing or skin,
rinse immediately with plenty of water.
Lh. Observe the following
precautions when handling
the Battery Chargers
(available separately)
•Keep Dry. Failure to observe this
precaution could result in fire or
electric shock.
•Dust on or near the metal parts of
the plug should be removed with a
dry cloth. Continued use could
result in fire.
•Do not handle the power cable or
go near the battery charger during
lightning storms. Failure to observe
this precaution could result in
electric shock.
•Do not damage, modify, forcibly tug
or bend the power cable, place it
under heavy objects, or expose it to
heat or flame. Should the insulation
be damaged and the wires become
exposed, take it to aNikon-
authorized service representative for
inspection. Failure to observe these
precautions could result in fire or
electric shock.
•Do not handle the plug or battery
charger with wet hands. Failure to
observe this precaution could result
in electric shock.
• Do not use with travel converters or
adapters designed to convert from
one voltage to another or with DC-to-
AC inverters. Failure to observe this
precautioncould damage the product
or result in overheating or fire.
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iv
For Your Safety
Lt. Use 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
product regulations.
~ Handle moving parts with
care
Be careful that your fingers or other
objects
are not pinched by the lens
cover or other moving parts.
Lt. CD-ROMs
The CD-ROMs supplied with this
device should
not be played back on
audio
CD equipment. Playing CD-
ROMs on an audio CD player could
cause hearing
loss or damage the
equipment.
~ Observe caution when using
the flash
Using the 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 less than
1 m
(3 ft. 4 in.) from the subject.
Lt. Do notoperate the flash with
the flash window touching a
person or object
Failure to observe this precaution
could result
in burns or fire.
Lt. Avoid contact with liquid
crystal
Should the monitor break, care should
be taken
to avoid injury caused by
broken glass and
to prevent liqUid
crystal from the
monitor touching the
skin or entering the eyes or mouth.

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
15 of the FCC rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful
interference
in aresidential 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 aparticular installation. Ifthis
equipment does cause harmful
interference
to radio or television
reception, which can be determined
by turning
the equipment off and on,
the user is encouraged to try to correct
the interference by one or more of the
following measures:
•Reorient or relocate
the receiving
antenna.
•Increase the separation between the
equipment and receiver.
•Connect the
equipment into an
outlet on acircuit differentfrom that
to which the receiver is connected.
•Consult
the dealer or an
experienced radio/television
technician for help.
~ Nikon
~ COOLPIX L20/L19
CAUTIONS
Modifications
The FCC requires the user to 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 foryour equipment.
Using other interface cables may
exceed the limits
of Class BPart 15 of
the FCC rules.
Noticefor customers in the State of
California
WARNING
Handling the cord on this product will
expose you
to lead, achemical known
to the State of California to cause birth
defects or other reproductive harm.
Wash handsafterhandling.
Nikon Inc.,
1300 Walt Whitman Road
Melville, New York 11747-3064
USA
Tel: 631-547A200
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Notices
Notice for customers in Canada
CAUTION
This Class Bdigital apparatus complies
with Canadian ICES-003.
ATTENTION
Cet appareil numerique de la classe B
est conforme a
la norme NMB-003 du
Canada.
Symbol for Separate Collection in
European Countries
This symbol indicates that )t
this product is to be
collected separately. .
The following apply only
to
users in European countries:
•This
product is 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.
This symbol on the battery
)t
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 1
Information and Precautions 2
Parts
of the Camera 4
The Camera Body 4
The Monitor . 6
Basic Operations 8
The Shooting Mode Button . 8
[B (playback) button. . 8
The Multi Selector 9
MENU button . 10
SWitching Between
Tabs 10
Help Displays 11
About the Shutter-release Button 11
Attaching the Camera Strap 11
First Steps 12
Inserting
the Batteries 12
Applicable Batteries
12
Turning On and Offthe Camera 12
Setting Display Language, Date and Time 14
Inserting
Memory Cards 16
Removing Memory
Cards.......................................... . 17
fI Basic Photography and Playback: Easy Auto Mode 18
Step 1Turn the Camera On and Select a (Easy Auto) Mode 18
Indicators Displayed
in a (Easy auto) Mode 19
Step 2Frame aPicture 20
Using the Zoom
21
Step 3Focus and Shoot 22
Step 4 Viewing and Deleting Pictures 24
Viewing Pictures (Playback Mode)
24
Deleting Pictures 24
Easy auto mode 26
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Table of Contents
o Auto Mode 27
Shooting in
the Auto Mode 27
Using the Flash 28
Setting the Flash Mode 28
Taking Pictures with the Self-timer 30
Macro Mode 31
Exposure Compensation 32
[tltI Shooting Suited for the Scene 33
Using
the Scene Mode 33
Setting the Scene Mode 33
Features .34
Taking Pictures for Food Mode
40
Taking Pictures for aPanorama 42
[;;.J Taking Portrait (Smile Face) Shots Automatically .44
Using the Smile Mode 44
[B More on Playback 46
Viewing Multiple Pictures: Thumbnail Playback .46
Calendar Display 47
Taking aCloser Look: Playback Zoom ..48
Editing Pictures 49
Enhancing Brightness and Contrast: D-Lighting
50
Creating aCropped Copy: Crop 51
~ Resizing Pictures: Small Picture 52
.. Movies 53
Recording Movies
53
The Movie Menu 54
Selecting Movie Options................ 54
Movie Playback 55
Deieting Movie Files 55

Table of Contents
Connecting to Televisions, Computers and Printers 56
Connecting to a TV 56
Connecting to a Computer 57
Before Connecting the Camera 57
Transferring Pictures from aCamera to a Computer 58
Connecting to a Printer 61
Connecting the Camera and Printer 62
Printing Pictures One at aTime 63
Printing Multiple Pictures 64
Creating aDPOF Print Order: Print Set 67
MENU Shooting, Playback and Setup Menus 69
Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu 69
Displaying the Shooting Menu 70
"Image mode 71
WB White Balance 73
I;Ib Continuous 75
@Color Options 76
Camera Settings that Cannot Be Set at the Same Time 77
Playback Options: The Playback Menu 78
Displaying the Playback Menu 78
~ Slide Show 80
1iI7 Delete 81
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Table of Contents
Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu 82
Displaying
the Setup Menu . 83
~ Menus .84
I~ Welcome Screen.. . 85
CD Date............ .86
IDI Monitor Settings.... .89
IliIil Date Imprint .. . 91
~.~ Motion detection .. 92
:1. AF Assist . ..92
'4.») Sound Settings .. .. 93
e> Auto Off...... .94
d!I Format Memory/L1 Format Card . 95
;. Language .96
II Video Mode .96
I;;; Blink Warning... . . 97
l!I Reset All...................... .98
g: Battery Type .. 100
0.. Protect .. 100
5l Rotate Image .. 101
C-tl Copy............................................. . .. 102
Uer Firmware Version .. 103
Technical Notes 104
Optional Accessories 104
Approved
Memory Cards . 104
Image File and Folder Names 105
Caring
for the Camera 106
Cleaning .108
Storage . 109
Error Messages 110
Troubleshooting 113
Specifications 118
Supported Standards
121
Index 122

• • •
'AboutThis Manual
Thank you for your purchase of a Nikon COOLPIX L20/COOLPIX L19 digital 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:
This icon marks cautions,
information that should be
read
before use, to prevent damage to
the camera.
This icon marks notes, information
that should be
read before using
the
camera.
This icon marks tips, additional
information that may be helpful
when using the
camera.
This icon indicates that more
information
is available elsewhere
in this manual or in the Quick Start
Guide.
Notations
• A Secure Digital (SO) 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 can be more clearly shown.
Illustrations and Screen Display
•Illustrations and text displays shown in this manual may differ from actual
display.
•Illustrations
and text displays shown in this manual are for COOLPIX L19.
Product Names
In this manual, the product names "COOLPIX L20" and "COOLPIX L19" may
sometimes be abbreviated as "L20" and "L 19".
raI Memory Cards
Pictures taken with this camera can be stored in the camera's internal memory or on removable
memory cards. Ifa 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.
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Information and Precautions
Life-Long Learning
As part of Nikon's "Life-Long Learning" commitment to ongoing product support and education,
continually updated ,nformation
is available online at the following sites:
•For users
In the USA: hrrp.!/www.nikonuso.com/
•
For users In Europe and Africa: hlfp.!/www.europe-nikon.com/supporl/
•
For users in ASia, Oceania, and the Middle East: http.!/www.nikon-oslo.com/
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 Nlkon representative in your
area. See the URL below for
contact information:
hrip.!/imoging.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 and
AC
adapters) certified by Nikon specifically for use with this Nikon digital camera are engineered and
proven to operate
within the operational and safety requrrements of this electronic circuitry.
THE
USE OF NON-NIKON ELECTRONIC ACCESSORIES COULD DAMAGE THE CAMERA AND MAY
VOID
YOUR NIKON WARRANTY.
For more ,nformation about Nlkon brand accessorres, contact alocal authorized Nikon dealer.
Before Taking Important Pictures
Before taking pictures on important occasions (such as at weddings or before taking the camera on
atrip), take atest shot
to ensure that the camera is functioning normally. Nikon will not be held liable
for damages or lost profrts 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 aretrieval system,
or translated into any language In any form, by any means, without
Nikon's pllor 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).
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Information and Precautions
Notice Concerning Prohibition of Copying or Reproduction
Note that simply being in possession of material that was digitally copied or reproduced by means
of ascanner, 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 aforeign 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 acompany. 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.
•Comply with 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 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 adata 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 (III 85). Care should be taken to avoid injury or damage to
property when physically destroying data storage devices.
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The Camera Body
12 13
Lens cover closed
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4
7
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8
89
aShutter-release button 22
II Power switch .. 18
II Power-on lamp .18,94
ISelf-timer
lamp .. 30
AF-assist illuminator .. 23,92
II Built-in flash. . .. 28
II Lens . 108, 118
aSpeaker. .. 55
II Power connector cover 104
II Eyelet for camera strap .. 11
m Pin cover ..... . 56, 58, 62
mCable connector. .. 56, 58, 62
mLens cover .106
lEI Built-in microphone .. 53
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aMonitor 6
II Shooting mode button 8
a lEI (playback) button 8/24
II Multi selector 9
II Flash lamp 29
Zoom buttons 21
W :wide 21
T :tele 21
~ :Thumbnail playback 46
q :playback zoom 48
@ :help 11
a MENU button 10/ 54/ 70, 78/ 83
a®(apply selection) button 9
II UiJ (delete) button 24/25/55
IBattery-chamber/
tmemory card slot cover 12, 16
mTripod socket
mMemory card slot 16
ID Battery-chamber 12
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Parts of the Camera
The Monitor
The following indicators may appear in the monitor during shooting and playback
(actual display varies with current camera settings).
The indicators and photo info displayed during shooting and playback will turn off
after a few seconds (OJ 89)
Shooting
6
I
15
I
16
aShooting mode'l. .18, 27, 33, 44, 53
DMacro mode . 31
DZoom indicator . 21, 31
II AEiAF-L indicator .43
11 Focus indicator . 22
D Flash mode . 28
II Battery level indicator 18
II Motion detection indicator 19,92
I"Date not
set" indicator 110
Time zone indicator . 86
mDate imprint 91
II
Image mode'2 . . 71
Movie options .. . .. 54
Ia
~~~~~;u~~~;posuresre~ainl~~ 18
bMovie length 53
mInternal memory indicator 19
OJ Aperture 22
m Focus area 20, 22
III Focus area (Face Priority) 20, 22
lEI Shutter speed 22
m ISO sensitivity.. 29
mExposure compensation value 32
Em Color options 76
OJ White balance mode .73
ED Continuous shooting mode 75
ED Self-timer indicator 30
.1 Differs according to the current shooting mode. Refer to the sections on each mode for details.
6 .2 ~o and ~ are displayed on L20, and ~o and ~ are displayed on L 19.

Parts of the Camera
Playback
1 2 3 4
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[mJ ~~] b
[ ~~]
aDate of recording 14
II Time of recording 14
II Volume 55
aBattery level indicator 18
IImage mode*
;; 71
Movie options 54
6aCurrent frame
number/
total number of frames 24
bMovie length 55
II Internal memory indicator 24
II Movie playback indicator 55
II Print-order icon 67
1m Small picture 52
mD-Lighting icon 50
lEI Protect icon 100
lEI File number and type 105
*The displayed icons vary with the settings in shooting mode.
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The Shooting Mode Button
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OFF
COOLPIX Ll9
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to .,7_ ·lE
• Press the shooting mode button in playback
mode to enter shooting mode.
• Press the shooting mode button in shooting mode to
display the shooting-mode seledion menu.
Shooting-mode Selection Menu
In the shooting-mode selection menu, use the multi selector to select the
shooting mode.
CD
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Easy auto mode
CD tJ Easy auto mode (CD 18)
@ :l Scene (CD 33)"
G) [;;'J Smile mode (CD 44)
@ t'It Movie mode (lIl 53)
®0 Auto mode (OJ 27)
*The displayed icons vary depending on the last scene mode selected.
While the shooting-mode selection menu is displayed, you can return to shooting
mode by pressing the shooting mode button again.
[E (playback) button
8
•During shooting mode, the camera enters the
playback mode when [E] is pressed.
•Ifthe camera is turned off, hold down [E to turn
the camera on in playback mode.