Nikon Camera Coolpix P530 Reference Manual

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Reference Manual
DIGITAL CAMERA 

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Introduction
Parts of the Camera and Main Functions
The Basics of Shooting and Playback Shooting FeaturesPlayback Features
Recording and Playing Back Movies General Camera Setup
Connecting the Camera to a TV, Computer, or Printer Reference Section
Technical Notes and Index 

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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the Nikon COOLPIX P530 digital camera. Before using 
the camera, please read the information in “For Your Safety” ( Avii-ix) and 
familiarize yourself with the information  provided in this manual. After reading, 
please keep this manual handy and refer  to it to enhance your enjoyment of 
your new camera.
Read This First 

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About This Manual
If you want to start using the camera right away, see “The Basics of Shooting 
and Playback” (A16).
To learn about the parts of the camera an d information that is displayed in the 
monitor, see “Parts of the Camera and Main Functions” ( A1).
Other Information
• Symbols and Conventions
To make it easier to find the information you need, the following symbols 
and conventions are used in this manual:
•
SD and SDHC/SDXC memory cards are refe rred to as “memory cards” in...

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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 
sites:
• For users in the U.S.A.:  http://www.nikonusa.com/
• For users in Europe and Africa:  http://www.europe-nikon.com/support/
• For users in Asia, Oceania, and the Middle East:  http://www.nikon-asia.com/
Visit these sites to keep up-to-date with th e 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.
• 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 da mages resulting from the use of this 
product.
•...

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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.
The consequences that could result from failure to observe the precautions 
listed in this section are indicated by the following symbol:
WARNINGS
Turn off in the event of 
malfunction
Should you notice smoke or an 
unusual smell coming from the...

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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 the battery
The battery may leak, overheat, 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 
charging...