Nikon Coolpix S51 Users Manual

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Image/Sound File and Folder Names
Technical Notes
• Pictmotion movies (c56) are stored under the “NKST” folder in folders 
named with a three-digit folder number followed by “PRJCT” (e.g., 
“101PRJCT”). Each folder contains the picture and sound files for a single 
Pictmotion movie.
• 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...

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Technical Notes
Caring for the Camera
To ensure continued enjoyment of this Nikon product, observe the following 
precautions when using or storing the device.
jKeep Dry
The device will be damaged if immersed in water or subjected to high humidity.
jDo Not Drop
The product may malfunction if subjected to strong shock or vibration.
jHandle 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....

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Caring for the Camera
Technical Notes
jThe Self-timer Lamp/AF-assist Illuminator LED
The light-emitting diode (LED; c4, 30, 111) used in the self-
timer lamp/AF-assist illuminator conforms to the following 
IEC standard:
kThe Battery
• Check the battery level when taking the camera out, and charge the battery if necessary 
(c12). Do not continue charging once the battery is fully charged, as this will result in 
reduced battery performance. If possible, carry a fully-charged spare battery when taking...

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Caring for the Camera
Technical Notes
Cleaning
Do not use alcohol, thinner, or other volatile chemicals.
Storage
Turn the camera off when not in use. Check 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 naptha 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...

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Technical Notes
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.
DisplayProblemSolutionc
S (blinks)Clock not set. Set clock.
105
wBattery running low. Prepare to charge or 
change battery.12
K
Warning!
Battery 
exhausted.Battery exhausted. Charge or change 
battery.12
p (● blinks red)Camera cannot focus. • Refocus.
• Use focus lock.
24, 25
25
I
Warning!!
please wait for the 
camera to finish...

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Error Messages
Technical Notes
I
Image cannot be 
saved.Error occurred while 
recording picture.Format internal memory 
or memory card.113
Camera has run out of 
file numbers.•
Insert new memory card.• Format internal 
memory or memory 
card.18
113
Picture cannot be used 
for welcome screen.Choose picture 640 × 480 
pixels or larger, or picture 
taken at an image mode 
setting other than [16:9].49, 
50, 87
Cannot copy picture. Delete pictures from 
destination.99
I
Sound file cannot be 
saved.Camera...

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Error Messages
Technical Notes
K
All images are 
hidden.Date and time are not set 
for pictures to be 
displayed by calendar 
mode or list by date 
mode.––
Pictmotion cannot 
be created.Error occurred when 
creating Pictmotion 
movie.Start creating Pictmotion 
movie from the 
beginning.56
Pictmotion cannot 
be played back.Pictmotion files have 
been deleted or moved.Delete affected 
Pictmotion movie.58
K
This image cannot be 
deleted.Picture is protected. Disable protection. 99
K
New city is in the...

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Error Messages
Technical Notes* See the documentation provided with your printer for further guidance and 
information. Iv
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 
d to resume printing.*–
Iv
Printer error: check 
paperSpecified size of paper is 
not loaded in printer.Load the specified paper, 
select [Resume], and 
press d to resume 
printing.*–
Iv
Printer error: paper 
jamPaper...

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Technical Notes
Troubleshooting
If the camera fails to function as expected, check the list of common 
problems below before consulting your retailer or Nikon representative. 
Refer to the page numbers in the right-most column for more information.
Display, Settings and Power Supply
ProblemCause/Solutionc
Monitor is blank • Camera is off.
• Battery is exhausted.
• Standby mode for saving power: press the 
shutter-release button halfway.
• When flash lamp blinks red, wait until flash 
has charged.
•...

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Troubleshooting
Technical Notes
Electronically Controlled Cameras
In extremely rare instances, unusual characters may appear in the monitor and the camera 
may stop functioning. In most cases, this phenomenon is caused by a strong external static 
charge. Turn the camera off, remove and replace the battery, and then turn the camera on 
again. In the event of continued malfunction, contact your retailer or Nikon representative. 
Note that disconnecting the power source as described above may result in...