Nikon Camera Coolpix L840 Reference Manual

DIGITAL CAMERA
Reference Manual 

Introductioni
Table of Contentsxiii
Parts of the Camera1
Preparing for Shooting6
Basic Shooting and Playback Operations12
Shooting Features22
Playback Features57
Recording and Playing Back Movies68
Using Menus75
Using the Wi-Fi (Wireless LAN) Function116
Connecting the Camera to a TV, Printer, or Computer120
Technical Notes130 

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Introduction
Introduction
To get the most from this Nikon product, be sure to read “For Your Safety” 
( A v-vii) and “Wi-Fi (Wireless LAN Network)” (A x), and all other instructions 
thoroughly and keep them where they will be read by all who use the camera.
• If you want to start using the ca mera right away, see “Preparing for 
Shooting” ( A6) and “Basic Shooting and Playback Operations” ( A12).
Other Information
•Symbols and Conventions
• SD, SDHC, and SDXC memory cards are referred to as “memory...

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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 information is available online at the following 
websites:
• For users in the U.S.A.:  http://www.nikonusa.com/
• For users in Europe an d Africa: http://www.euro pe-nikon.com/support/
• For users in Asia, Oceania, and the Middle East: http://www.nikon-asia.com/
Visit these websites to keep up-to-date wi th the latest product...

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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 monitor content shown in  this manual may differ from the actual 
product.
• Nikon reserves the right to change the spec ifications of the hardware and software 
described in these manuals at any time and without prior...

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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 stor age device or...

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To prevent damage to your Nikon product or injury to yourself or 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.
WARNINGS
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 re move the batteries immediately, taking 
care to avoid burns. Continued operation  could...

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Do not leave the product where it will be exposed to extremely 
high temperatures, such as in an enclosed automobile or in direct 
sunlight
Failure to observe this precaution could cause damage or fire.
Observe caution when handling batteries
Batteries may leak or explode if improperly handled. Observe the following 
precautions when handling batter ies for use in this product:
• Before replacing the batteries, turn th e product off. If you are using an AC 
adapter, be sure it is...

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•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 
precaution could damage the product or cause overheating or fire.
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...

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Notices 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 B digital device, 
pursuant to Part 15 of 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...