Nikon Camera D810 Users Manual

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DImage Sensor Cleaning
Using camera controls during startup interrupts image sensor 
cleaning.
 Image sensor cleaning may not be performed at startup if 
the flash is charging.
If dust can not be fully removed using the options in the  Clean image 
sensor  menu, clean the image sensor manually ( 0448) or consult a 
Nikon-authorized service representative.
If image sensor cleaning is perf ormed several times in succession, 
image sensor cleaning may be temp orarily disabled to protect the 
camera’s...

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❚❚Manual Cleaning
If foreign matter can not be removed from the image sensor 
using the  Clean image sensor  (0 445) option in the setup 
menu, the sensor can be cleaned manually as described below.
 
Note, however, that the sensor is extremely delicate and easily 
damaged.
 Nikon recommends that the sensor be cleaned only 
by Nikon-authorized service personnel.
1Charge the battery or connect an AC adapter.
A reliable power source is required when inspecting or 
cleaning the image sensor.
 Turn the...

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4Press J.
The message shown at right will be 
displayed in the monitor and a row 
of dashes will appear in the control 
panel and viewfinder.
 To  r e s t o r e  
normal operation without 
inspecting the image sensor, turn 
the camera off.
5Raise the mirror.
Press the shutter-r elease button all 
the way down.
 The mirror will be 
raised and the shutter curtain will 
open, revealing the image sensor.
 
The display in the viewfinder will 
turn off and the row of dashes in the 
control panel will...

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7Clean the sensor.
Remove any dust and lint from the 
sensor with a blower.
 Do not use a 
blower-brush, as the bristles could 
damage the sensor.
 Dirt that can not 
be removed with a blower can only 
be removed by Nikon-authorized 
service personnel.
 Under no circumstances should you touch 
or wipe the sensor.
8Turn the camera off.
The mirror will return to the down position and the shutter 
curtain will close.
 Replace the lens or body cap.
DUse a Reliable Power Source
The shutter curtain is...

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DForeign Matter on the Image Sensor
Nikon takes every possible precaution to prevent foreign matter from 
coming into contact with the image sensor during production and 
shipping.
 The D810, however, is designed to be used with 
interchangeable lenses, and foreign matter may enter the camera 
when lenses are removed or exchanged.
 Once inside the camera, this 
foreign matter may adhere to the image sensor, where it may appear in 
photographs taken under certain conditions.
 To protect the camera...

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Do not drop: The product may malfunction if subjected to strong shocks or 
vibration.
Keep dry : This product is not waterproof, and may malfunction if 
immersed in water or exposed to high levels of humidity.
 Rusting of the 
internal mechanism can cause irreparable damage.
Avoid sudden changes in temperature : Sudden changes in temperature, such 
as those that occur when entering or  leaving a heated building on a cold 
day, can cause condensation inside the device.
 To prevent 
condensation, place...

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Cleaning: When cleaning the camera body, use a blower to gently remove 
dust and lint, then wipe gently with a soft, dry cloth. After using the 
camera at the beach or seaside, wipe  off any sand or salt using a cloth 
lightly dampened in pure water and then dry the camera thoroughly.
 In 
rare instances, static electricity may cause the LCD displays to light up or 
go dark.
 This does not indicate a malfunct ion, and the display will soon 
return to normal.
The lens and mirror  are easily damaged....

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Storage: To prevent mold or mildew, store the camera in a dry, well-
ventilated area. If you are using an AC adapter, unplug the adapter to 
prevent fire. If the product will not be used for an extended period, 
remove the battery to prevent leakage and store the camera in a plastic 
bag containing a desiccant.
 Do not, however, store the camera case in a 
plastic bag, as this may caus e the material to deteriorate. Note that 
desiccant gradually loses its capacity  to absorb moisture and should be...

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Notes on the monitor: The monitor is constructed with extremely high 
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being missing or defective.
 Hence while these displays may contain 
pixels that are always lit (white, red, blue, or green) or always off (black), 
this is not a malfunction and has no effect on images recorded with the 
device.
Images in the monitor may be difficult to see in a bright light.
Do not apply...

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•Turning the camera on or off repeatedly when the battery is fully 
discharged will shorten battery life. Batteries that have been fully 
discharged must be charged before use.
• The internal temperature of the battery may rise while the battery is in 
use.
 Attempting to charge the battery while the internal temperature 
is elevated will impair battery performance, and the battery may not 
charge or charge only partially.
 Wait for the battery to cool before 
charging.
• Charge the battery indoors...