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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 folder is 
numbered 999 and contains 200 pictures or a picture numbered 9999, no 
further pictures can be taken until the medium is formatted (c113) or a 
new memory card inserted.
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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. 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.
jDo 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.
jKeep 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.
jAvoid 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.
jTurn 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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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 
pictures on important occasions.
• Do not use the battery at ambient temperatures below 0 °C (32 °F) or above 40 °C 
(104 °F). During charging, the temperature should be in the vicinity of 5 to 35 °C (41 to 
95 °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 decrease. 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.
• When the battery is not in use, remove it from the camera or battery charger and replace 
the terminal cover. The camera and battery charger draw minute amounts of current even 
when off; if left in place, the battery could be drained to the point that it no longer 
functions. Turning the camera on or off while the battery is exhausted can result in reduced 
battery life. If the battery will not be used for an extended period, store it in a cool (15 to 
25 °C / 59 to 77 °F), dry place. Recharge it at least once a year and run it flat before 
returning it to storage.
• 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
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 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.
kNotes 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 appear in the 
final photograph and does not indicate a malfunction. Some smear may appear in movies.
• 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 
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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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 
recording.
yCamera cannot perform 
other operations until 
recording is complete.Wait until message clears 
from display 
automatically when 
recording is complete.25
K
Memory card is write 
protected.Write-protect switch is in 
“lock” position.Slide write-protect to 
“write” position.19
No card present.Pictmotion mode 
selected when no 
memory card is inserted.Insert memory card.
18
I
This card cannot be 
used.Error accessing memory 
card.• Use approved card.
• Check that connectors 
are clean.
• Confirm that memory 
card is correctly 
inserted.117
18
18
I
Warning!This card
cannot be read.
I
Card is not formatted.Format card?
No
YesMemory card has not 
been formatted for use in 
camera.Choose [Yes] and press 
d to format card, or 
turn camera off and 
replace card.19
K
Out of memory.Memory card is full. • Choose smaller image 
size.
• Delete pictures or 
sound files.
•
Insert new memory card.•Remove memory card 
and use internal memory.
87
26, 66, 
70
18
19
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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 has run out of 
file numbers.•
Insert new memory card.• Format internal 
memory or memory 
card.18
113
K
Image can not be 
modified.Edited image, pictures 
taken when [16:9] is 
applied in the image 
mode setting, or 
movies, cannot be 
enhanced using 
D-Lighting.Copies from D-Lighting, 
crop, or small picture 
option, pictures taken 
when [16:9] is applied in 
the image mode setting, 
or movies, cannot be 
adjusted using D-
Lighting.48
K
Cannot record 
movie.Time out error while 
recording movie.Choose memory card 
with faster write speed.117
K
Memory contains no 
images.• No pictures or sound 
file in the internal 
memory or memory 
card.
• Memory card does not 
contain pictures or 
sound file.–
To copy picture or sound 
file from internal memory 
to memory card, press 
m. The copy option 
screen or copy sound file 
screen will be displayed.–
100, 
71 K
No sound file.
K
File contains no 
image data.File not created with 
COOLPIX S51.View file on computer or 
other device.
–
I
This file cannot be 
played back.
DisplayProblemSolutionc
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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 
current time zone.Destination in same time 
zone as home.–107
Lens error
JLens  error. Turn camera off and then 
on again. If error persists, 
contact retailer or Nikon 
representative.20
Lens cover error
JFinger or other 
obstruction prevents lens 
cover from opening.Turn camera off and 
remove obstruction.4, 120
I
Communications 
errorAudio video/USB cable 
disconnected during 
transfer or printing.If Nikon Transfer displays 
error, click [OK] to exit. 
Resume operation after 
turning camera off and 
reconnecting cable.73, 78
Transfer option incorrect. If using Windows 2000 
Professional, use a card 
reader to transfer 
pictures.75
System error
JError has occurred in 
camera’s internal 
circuitry.Turn camera off, remove 
and reinsert battery, and 
turn camera on. If error 
persists, contact retailer 
or Nikon representative.14, 20
DisplayProblemSolutionc
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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 has jammed in the 
printer.Eject the jammed paper, 
select [Resume], and 
press d to resume 
printing.*–
Iv
Printer error: out of 
paperNo paper is loaded in 
printer.Load the specified paper, 
select [Resume], and 
press d to resume 
printing.*–
Iv
Printer error: check 
inkInk error. Check ink, select 
[Resume], and press d 
to resume printing.*–
Iv
Printer error: out of 
inkInk cartridge is empty. Replace ink, select 
[Resume], and press d 
to resume printing.*–
Iv
Printer error: file 
corruptAn error caused by the 
image file has occurred.Select [Cancel] and press 
d to cancel printing.
–
DisplayProblemSolutionc
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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.
• Camera and computer are connected via 
audio video/USB cable.
• Camera and TV are connected via audio 
video/USB cable.20
20
21, 24
29
73
72
Monitor is hard to read • Adjust monitor brightness.
• Monitor is dirty. Clean monitor.
• Monitor has dimmed to save power. 
Monitor brightens when controls are used.108
122
21
Camera turns off without 
warning• Battery is low.
• Camera has turned off automatically to 
save power.
• Battery is cold.20
121
Date and time of recording 
are not correct• Pictures recorded before clock has been set, 
and “Date not set” indicator blinks during 
shooting, will have time stamp of “00/00/
0000 00:00”; movies and voice recordings 
will be dated “01/01/2007 00:00.”
• Check camera clock regularly against more 
accurate timepieces and reset as required.16
105
No indicators displayed in 
monitor[Hide info] is selected for [Photo info].
Select [Show info].108
[Date imprint] not available Camera clock has not been set. 16,
105
Date not appearing on 
pictures even when [Date 
imprint] is enabledDate does not appear on movies or on 
pictures taken using F.
40, 61
Camera settings reset Backup battery is exhausted; all settings were 
restored to their default values. 106
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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 the loss of any 
data not recorded to internal memory or the memory card at the time the problem occurred. 
Data already recorded will not be affected.
Shooting
ProblemCause/Solutionc
No picture taken when 
shutter-release button is 
pressed• When camera is in playback mode, press 
i or the shutter-release button.
• When menus are displayed, press m.
• Battery is exhausted.
• When flash lamp blinks, flash is charging.26
10
20
29
Camera cannot focus • The intended subject is one with which 
autofocus does not perform well.
• Set [AF assist] in the setup menu to [Auto].
• Focus error. Turn camera off and then on 
again.
25
111
20
Pictures are blurred • Use flash.
• Use high-sensitivity shooting mode.
• Use vibration reduction.
•Use A.
• Use tripod and self-timer.28
33
111
92
30
Bright specks appear in 
pictures taken with flashFlash is reflecting off particles in air. Turn 
flash off.29
Flash does not fire • Flash is off.
• Some scene modes that cannot turn on 
flash are selected.
•T mode other than [Stop-motion movie] 
is selected.
• [Continuous] or [Multi-shot 16] is selected 
for [Continuous], or [On] is selected for 
[BSS].28
34
61
91,
 92
Optical zoom cannot be used Optical zoom cannot be used while recording 
movies.61
Digital zoom cannot be used Digital zoom is not available when [Multi-shot 
16] is selected for [Continuous].91
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