Nikon Coolpix L22 Users Manual

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Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu
Shooting, Playback and Setup Menus
r Firmware Version
View the current camera firmware version.
Press dMz (setup menu) (A86)Mr Firmware version
Back
COOLPIX L22 Ver.x.x
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Technical Notes
Technical Notes
Optional Accessories
*1To charge EN-MH2 batteries, use only Battery Charger MH-72 or MH-73. Do not use these 
battery chargers to charge any other type of battery.
Approved Memory Cards
The following Secure Digital (SD) memory cards have been tested and approved 
for use in this camera.
All cards of the designated make and capacity can be used, regardless of speed.
*1If the memory card will be used with a card reader or similar device, check that device 
supports 2 GB cards.
*2SDHC-compliant. If the memory card will be used with a card reader or similar 
device, check that device supports SDHC.
Contact the manufacturer for details on the above cards.
Rechargeable 
batteryRechargeable Ni-MH batteries EN-MH2-B2 (set of two EN-MH2 
batteries)*1
Rechargeable Ni-MH batteries EN-MH2-B4 (set of four EN-MH 
batteries)*1
Battery chargerBattery Charger MH-72 (includes two rechargeable Ni-MH batteries 
EN-MH2)*1
Battery Charger MH-73 (includes four rechargeable Ni-MH batteries 
EN-MH2)*1
AC adapterAC Adapter EH-65A

AC Adapter EH-62B cannot be used.
USB CableUSB Cable UC-E6
AV CableAudio/Video Cable EG-CP14
SanDisk2 GB*1, 4 GB*2, 8 GB*2, 16 GB*2, 32 GB*2
TOSHIBA2 GB*1, 4 GB*2, 8 GB*2, 16 GB*2, 32 GB*2
Panasonic2 GB*1, 4 GB*2, 8 GB*2, 12 GB*2, 16 GB*2, 32 GB*2
Lexar2 GB*1, 4 GB*2, 8 GB*2
1 1
2
2
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Technical Notes
Image File and Folder Names
Pictures and movies are assigned file names as follows.
•Files are stored in folders named with a folder number followed by a five-
character identifier: “P_” plus a three-digit sequence number for pictures taken 
using panorama assist (e.g. “101P_001”; A44) and “NIKON” for all other 
pictures (e.g. “100NIKON”). When the number of files within a folder reaches 
9999, a new folder will be created. File numbers will be assigned automatically 
starting with “0001”.
•Files copied using Copy > Selected images are copied to the current folder, 
where they are assigned new file numbers in ascending order starting from the 
largest file number in memory. Copy > All images copies all folders from the 
source medium; file names do not change but new folder numbers are 
assigned in ascending order, starting from the largest folder number on the 
destination medium (A108).
•Folders can hold up to 200 pictures; if a picture is taken when the current folder 
contains 200 pictures, a new folder will be created by adding one to the current 
folder number. If a picture is taken when the current folder is numbered 999 
and contains 200 pictures or a picture numbered 9999, no further pictures can 
be taken until the medium is formatted (A100) or a new memory card 
inserted.DSCN0001.JPG
Identifier (not shown on camera monitor)
Original still pictures, movies
DSCN
Small copies
SSCN
Cropped copies
RSCN
D-Lighting copies
FSCN
Extension (signifies the file type)
Still pictures.JPG
Movies.AVI
File number (assigned automatically in 
ascending order, starting with “0001”)
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Caring for the Camera
To ensure continued enjoyment of this Nikon product, observe the following 
precautions when using or storing the device:
BKeep dry
The device will be damaged if immersed in water or subjected to high humidity.
BDo not drop
The product may malfunction if subjected to strong shock or vibration.
BHandle the lens and all moving parts with care
Do not apply force to the lens, lens cover, monitor, memory card slot or battery chamber. These 
parts are easily damaged. Applying force to the lens cover could result in camera malfunction or 
damage to the lens. Should the monitor break, care should be taken to avoid injury caused by 
broken glass and to prevent the liquid crystal from the display touching the skin or entering the eyes 
or mouth.
BDo not point the lens at strong light sources for extended periods
Avoid pointing the lens at the sun or other strong light sources for extended periods when using or 
storing the camera. Intense light may cause deterioration of the image sensor, producing a white 
blur effect in photographs.
BKeep away from strong magnetic fields
Do not use or store this device in the vicinity of equipment that generates strong electromagnetic 
radiation or magnetic fields. Strong static charges or the magnetic fields produced by equipment 
such as radio transmitters could interfere with the monitor, damage data stored on the memory 
card, or affect the product’s internal circuitry.
BAvoid sudden changes in temperature
Sudden changes in temperature, such as when entering or leaving a heated building on a cold day, 
can cause condensation to form inside the device. To prevent condensation, place the device in a 
carrying case or a plastic bag before exposing it to sudden changes in temperature.
BTurn the product off before removing or disconnecting the power source
Do not remove the batteries while the product is on, or while images are being recorded or deleted. 
Forcibly cutting power in these circumstances could result in loss of data or in damage to product 
memory or internal circuitry.
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CThe Battery
•Check the battery level when taking the camera out, and replace the batteries if necessary (A20). 
If possible, carry spare batteries when taking pictures on important occasions.
•When recharging rechargeable batteries, do not recharge batteries that contain a different 
amount of charge, or batteries of different model numbers.
•When charging EN-MH2 batteries using Battery Charger MH-72, charge two batteries at a time. 
When charging EN-MH2 batteries using Battery Charger MH-73, charge two or four batteries at a 
time. To charge EN-MH2 batteries, use only Battery Charger MH-72 or MH-73. Do not use these 
battery chargers to charge any other type of battery.
•Do not use any battery charger other than the MH-70/71 to recharge EN-MH1 batteries. Do not 
use the MH-70/71 to charge any batteries other than EN-MH1 batteries. Set the Battery type 
setting (A105) to COOLPIX (Ni-MH).
•Battery capacity tends to decrease on cold days. Be sure that the batteries are fresh before heading 
outside to take pictures in cold weather. Keep spare batteries in a warm place and exchange as 
necessary. Once warmed, a cold battery may recover some of its charge.
•Dirt on the battery terminals can prevent the camera from functioning.
•Used batteries are a valuable resource. Please recycle used batteries in accordance with local 
regulations.
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Technical Notes
Cleaning
Do not use alcohol, thinner, or other volatile chemicals.
LensAvoid touching glass parts with your fingers. Remove dust or lint with a blower 
(typically a small device with a rubber bulb attached to one end that is 
pumped to produce a stream of air out the other end). To remove fingerprints 
or other stains that cannot be removed with a blower, wipe the lens with a soft 
cloth, using a spiral motion that starts at the center of the lens and working 
toward the edges. If this fails, clean the lens using a cloth lightly dampened 
with commercial lens cleaner.
MonitorRemove dust or lint with a blower. To remove fingerprints and other stains, 
clean the monitor with a soft, dry cloth, being careful not to apply pressure.
BodyUse a blower to remove dust, dirt or sand, then wipe gently with a soft, dry 
cloth. After using the camera at the beach or seaside, wipe off any sand or salt 
with a dry cloth lightly dampened with fresh water, then dry thoroughly. Note 
that foreign matter inside the camera could cause damage not covered by the 
warranty.
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Storage
Turn the camera off when not in use. Check that the power-on lamp is off before 
putting the camera away. Remove the batteries if the camera will not be used for 
an extended period. Do not store the camera with naphtha or camphor moth 
balls, or in any of the following locations:
•Next to equipment that produces strong electromagnetic fields, such as 
televisions or radios
•Exposed to temperatures below –10 °C (14 °F) or above 50 °C (122 °F)
•Poorly ventilated or subject to humidities of over 60%
To prevent mold or mildew, take the camera out of storage at least once a month. 
Turn the camera on and release the shutter a few times before putting the camera 
away again.
CNotes on the Monitor
•The monitor may contain a few pixels that are always lit or that do not light. This is a characteristic 
common to all TFT LCD displays, and does not indicate a malfunction. Images recorded using the 
product will not be affected.
•When framing bright subjects, vertical comet-like streaks that whiten toward either end may 
appear in the display. This phenomenon, known as “smear”, does not indicate a malfunction. 
In shooting modes other than movie mode, smear has no effect on the images that are recorded.
•Images in the monitor may be difficult to see under bright lighting.
•The monitor is lit by an LED backlight. Should the monitor begin to dim or flicker, contact your 
Nikon-authorized service representative.
CNotes on Smear
White or colored streaks may be visible when bright subjects are framed in the monitor. This 
phenomenon, known as “smear,” occurs when extremely bright light strikes the image sensor; it is 
characteristic of image sensors and does not indicate a malfunction. Smear may also take the form of 
partial discoloration in the monitor during shooting. It does not appear in images recorded with the 
camera except in the cases of movies and of images recorded with Multi-shot 16 selected for 
Continuous. When shooting in these modes, we recommend that you avoid bright subjects such 
as the sun, reflected sunlight, and electric lights.
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Error Messages
The following table lists the error messages and other warnings displayed in the 
monitor, as well as the solutions for dealing with them.
DisplayProblemSolutionA
O (blinks) Clock not set. Set clock. 89
BBattery running low. Prepare to change the 
batteries.14, 105
N
Battery exhausted.Battery exhausted. Replace batteries.
Q (blinks red) Camera cannot focus.•Refocus.
•Use focus lock.24, 25, 
29
P
Please wait for the 
camera to finish 
recording.Camera cannot perform 
other operations until 
recording is complete.Wait until message clears 
from display automatically 
when recording is 
complete.25
N
Memory card is write 
protected.Write-protect switch is in 
“lock” position.Slide write-protect switch to 
“write” position.19
P
This card cannot be 
used.Error accessing memory 
card.•Use approved card.
•Check that connectors 
are clean.
•Confirm that memory 
card is correctly inserted.110
18
18
P
This card cannot be 
read.
P
Card is not formatted.
Format card?
Yes
NoMemory card has not been 
formatted for use in 
COOLPIX L22/L21.All data saved on the 
memory card will be 
deleted. If there is any data 
on the card that you want 
to keep, select No, and 
backup the data to a 
computer before 
formatting the memory 
card. To format the memory 
card, select Yes and press 
k.19
N
Out of memory.Memory card is full.•Choose smaller image 
mode.
•Delete pictures.
•Insert new memory card.
•Remove memory card 
and use internal memory.74
26, 57, 
84
18
19
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Error Messages
Technical Notes
P
Image cannot be 
saved.Error occurred while 
recording picture.Format internal memory or 
memory card.100
Camera has run out of file 
numbers.Replace the memory card, 
or format the internal 
memory/memory card.18
100
Picture cannot be used for 
welcome screen.The following pictures 
cannot be used.
•Pictures taken at an 
Image mode setting of 
P 3968×2232 for L22 
and P 3200×1800 for 
L21
•Pictures created using 
the small picture or crop 
functions that are 320 × 
240 or smaller in size53, 54, 
74
There is not enough 
memory to copy the 
picture.Delete pictures from 
destination.84
N
Image cannot be 
modified.You are trying to edit a 
picture that cannot be 
edited.Confirm the conditions that 
are required for editing.51
N
Cannot record movie.Time out error while 
recording movie.Choose memory card with 
faster write speed.18
N
Memory contains no 
images.No pictures in the internal 
memory or memory card.Remove memory card to 
play back pictures from 
internal memory.108
N
File contains no image 
data.File not created with 
COOLPIX L22/L21.File cannot be viewed on 
this camera. View file using 
the computer or any other 
devices which was used to 
create or edit this file.–
N
This image cannot be 
deleted.Picture is protected. Disable protection. 106
N
Travel destination is in 
the current time zone.Destination in same time 
zone as home. –89
DisplayProblemSolutionA
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Error Messages
Technical Notes
* See the documentation provided with your printer for further guidance and 
information.
Lens error
QLens error. Turn camera off and then 
on again. If error persists, 
contact retailer or Nikon-
authorized service 
representative.20
P
Communications errorUSB cable disconnected 
during printing.Turn camera off, reconnect 
USB cable.65
System error
QError has occurred in 
camera’s internal circuitry.Turn camera off, remove 
and reinsert batteries, and 
turn camera on. If error 
persists, contact retailer or 
Nikon-authorized service 
representative.14, 20
PR
Printer error: check 
printer status.Running out of ink or 
printer error.Check printer. After 
checking the ink or solving 
the problem, select 
Resume and press k to 
resume printing.
*
–
PR
Printer error: 
check paperSpecified size of paper is 
not loaded in printer.Load the specified paper, 
select Resume and press 
k to resume printing.
*
–
PR
Printer error:
paper jamPaper has jammed in the 
printer.Eject the jammed paper, 
select Resume and press 
k to resume printing.
*
–
PR
Printer error:
out of paperNo paper is loaded in 
printer.Load the specified paper, 
select Resume and press 
k to resume printing.
*
–
PR
Printer error:
check inkInk error. Check ink, select Resume 
and press k to resume 
printing.
*
–
PR
Printer error:
out of inkInk cartridge is empty. Replace ink, select Resume 
and press k to resume 
printing.
*
–
PR
Printer error:
file corruptAn error caused by the 
image file has occurred.Select Cancel and press k 
to cancel printing.–
DisplayProblemSolutionA
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