Nikon Coolpix S3000 User Manual

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Setup Menu
Basic Camera Setup
n Language
Choose one of 24 languages for display of camera menus and messages.
o Video Mode
Adjust settings for connection to a television. Choose from NTSC and PAL.
d button M z (Setup menu) (A126) M n Language
CzechPolish
DanishPortuguese
GermanRussian
(default setting)Finnish
SpanishSwedish
GreekTurkish
FrenchSimplified Chinese
IndonesianTraditional Chinese
ItalianJapanese
HungarianKorean
DutchThai
NorwegianArabic
d button M z (Setup menu) (A126) M o Video mode
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V Charge by Computer
Choose whether or not the battery inserted in the camera is charged when the 
camera is connected to a computer via USB cable (A117).
BNotes on Connecting the Camera to a Printer
•The battery cannot be charged with connection to a printer, even if the printer complies with the 
PictBridge standard.
•When Auto is selected for Charge by computer, it may be impossible to print pictures with 
direct connection of the camera to some printers. If the PictBridge startup screen is not displayed 
in the monitor after the camera is connected to a printer and turned on, turn the camera off and 
disconnect the USB cable. Set Charge by computer to Off and reconnect the camera to the 
printer.
d button M z (Setup menu) M V Charge by computer
Auto (default setting)
When the camera is connected to a computer that is running, the battery inserted 
into the camera is automatically charged using power supplied by the computer.
Off
The battery inserted into the camera is not charged when the camera is connected 
to a computer.
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d Blink Warning
Specify whether or not the camera detects human subjects that have blinked 
using face priority when shooting in the following modes.
•A (auto) mode (when Face priority (A44) is selected for AF area mode 
option).
•Scene auto selector (A51), Portrait (A53), or Night portrait (A54) is 
selected for the scene mode.
BNote on Blink Warning
The blink warning does not function at continuous settings of Continuous, BSS, or Multi-shot 16.
d button M z (Setup menu) (A126) M d Blink warning
On
When the camera detects that one or more human subjects may have blinked in a 
picture taken using face priority, the blink warning screen is displayed in the 
monitor.
The face of the human subject that may have blinked when the shutter was 
released is framed by a yellow border. Should this occur, check the picture and 
determine whether or not another picture should be taken.
See “Operating the Blink Warning Screen” (A142) for more information.
Off (default setting)
Blink warning is not enabled.
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Operating the Blink Warning Screen
When the blink warning screen shown at right is 
displayed in the monitor, the operations described 
below are available.
If no operations are performed within a few seconds, 
the camera automatically returns to shooting mode.
OptionUseDescription
Enlarge the detected 
face that blinkedg (i) Rotate the zoom control to g (i).
Switch to full-frame 
playbackf (h) Rotate the zoom control to f (h).
Select the face to be 
displayedIf the camera detects that more than one human 
subject blinked, press H, I, J or K with display 
zoomed in to switch to another face.
Delete the picturelPress the l button.
Switch to shooting 
mode
k
Press the k button or the shutter-release button.
Did someone blink?
Exit
ExitExit
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p Reset All
When Reset is selected, the camera’s settings will be restored to their default 
values.
Basic Shooting Functions
Shooting Menu
Scene Mode
Smart Portrait Menu
d button M z (Setup menu) (A126) M p Reset all
OptionDefault value
Flash mode (A30)Auto
Self-timer (A32)Off
Macro mode (A33)Off
Exposure compensation (A34)0.0
OptionDefault value
Image mode (A37)I4000×3000
White balance (A39)Auto
Continuous (A41)Single
ISO sensitivity (A42)Auto
Color options (A43)Standard color
AF area mode (A44)Face priority
Autofocus mode (A48)Single AF
OptionDefault value
Scene mode setting in the shooting-mode 
selection menu (A50)Scene auto selector
Hue adjustment in Food mode (A57)Center
Option Default value
Skin softening (A64)Normal
Smile timer (A64)On
Blink proof (A64)Off
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Basic Camera Setup
Subject Tracking Menu
Movie Menu
Setup Menu
OptionDefault value
Autofocus mode (A67)Full-time AF
OptionDefault value
Movie options (A108)I TV movie 640
Autofocus mode (A109)Single AF
Electronic VR (A109)Off
OptionDefault value
Menus (A127)Text
Welcome screen (A128)None
Photo info (A132)Auto info
Image review (A132)On
Brightness (A132)3
Date imprint (A133)Off
Electronic VR (A134)Off
Motion detection (A135) Auto
AF assist (A136)Auto
Digital zoom (A136)On
Button sound (A137)On
Shutter sound (A137)On
Auto off (A137)1 min
Charge by computer (A140)Auto
Blink warning (A141)Off
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Others
•Choosing Reset all also clears the current file number (A151) from memory. 
Numbering will continue from the lowest number available. To reset file 
numbering to “0001”, delete all pictures (A92) before selecting Reset all.
•The following menu settings will remain unaffected when menus are reset with 
Reset all.
Shooting menu: Preset manual data (A40) acquired for White balance
Setup menu: Picture selected for Welcome screen (A128), Date (A129), 
Language (A139), and Video mode (A139)
r Firmware Version
View the current camera firmware version. 
OptionDefault value
Paper size (A121, 122)Default
Frame intvl for Slide show (A91)3 s
d button M z (Setup menu) (A126) M r Firmware version

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COOLPIX S3000 Ver.x.x
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Caring for the Camera
Caring for the Camera
Maximizing Camera Life and Performance
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 CCD 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 charge 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 battery 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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Maximizing Camera Life and Performance
Caring for the Camera
CThe Battery
•Check the battery level before using the camera and  replace or charge the battery if necessary. Do 
not continue charging once the battery is fully  charged as this will result in reduced battery 
performance. Whenever possible, carry a fully charged spare battery when taking pictures on 
important occasions.
• Do not use the battery at ambient temperatur es below 0 °C (32 °F) or above 40 °C (104 °F).
• Charge the battery indoors with an ambient temp erature of 5 °C to 35 °C (41 °F to 95 °F) before 
use.
• When charging the COOLPIX S3000  using the Charging AC adapter EH-68P or a computer, the 
battery is not charged at ambient temperatur es below 0 °C (32 °F) or above 45 °C (113 °F).
• Note that the battery may become hot during use;  wait for the battery to cool before charging. 
Failure to observe these precautions could damage  the battery, impair its performance or prevent 
it from charging normally.
• On cold days, the capacity of batteries tends to de crease. Be sure that the battery is fully charged 
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. Should the battery 
terminals become dirty, wipe them off with a clean, dry cloth before use.
• If the battery will not be used for some time, inse rt it in the camera and completely exhaust it 
before removing it for storage. The battery should  be stored in a cool location with an ambient 
temperature of 15 to 25 °C (59 to 77 °F). Do not st ore the battery in hot or extremely cold locations.
• Always remove the battery from the camera or opti onal battery charger when it is not being used. 
When inserted, minute amounts of current flow even when unused, and the battery may become 
excessively drained and no longer function. Turning the camera on or off while the battery is 
exhausted can result in reduced battery life. 
• Recharge the battery at least once every six months  and completely exhaust it before returning it 
to storage.
• After removing the battery from the camera or opti onal battery charger, return the battery to the 
battery case and store in a cool place.
• A marked drop in the time a fully charged ba ttery retains its charge, when used at room 
temperature, indicates that the battery needs to be replaced. Purchase a new EN-EL10 battery.
• Replace the battery when it no longer holds a  charge. Used batteries are a valuable resource. 
Please recycle used batteries in  accordance with local regulations.
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Caring for the Camera
Cleaning
Do not use alcohol, thinner, or other volatile chemicals.
Storage
Turn the camera off when not in use. Be sure that the power-on lamp is off before 
putting the camera away. Remove the battery 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)
•Places that are poorly ventilated or subject to humidity 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.
•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.
•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.
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 them 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 other sandy or dusty 
environment, wipe off any sand, dust or salt with a dry cloth lightly dampened 
with fresh water and dry thoroughly. Note that foreign matter inside the 
camera could cause damage not covered by the warranty.
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