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Technical Notes
Technical Notes
Optional Accessories
At the time of writing, the following optional accessories were available for
the COOLPIX S9. Contact your local retailer or Nikon representative for
details.
Approved Memory Cards
The following memory cards have been tested and approved for use in the
COOLPIX S9:
* Cards rated for 10 MB/s (high speed)
Other cards have not been tested. For more details on the memory cards
listed above, please contact the manufacturer.
Rechargeable 
batteryNikon EN-EL8 rechargeable lithium-ion battery
Battery chargerMH-62 battery charger
SanDisk64 MB, 128 MB, 256 MB, 512 MB, 1 GB/256 MB*, 512 MB*, 
1GB*
Toshiba64 MB, 128 MB, 256 MB, 512 MB, 1 GB/128 MB*, 256 MB*, 
512 MB*
Panasonic64 MB, 128 MB, 256 MB, 512 MB, 1 GB/256 MB*, 512 MB*, 
1GB*
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Technical Notes
Image File and Folder Names
Pictures, movies, time-lapse movies, voice recordings, and voice memos are
assigned file names with three parts: a four letter identifier, a four-digit file
number assigned automatically by the camera in ascending order, and a
three-letter extension (e.g., “DSCN0001.JPG”).
• Pictures and sound files are stored in folders named with a three-digit
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”; c42), “INTVL” for interval timer photography (e.g.,
“101INTVL”; c83), “SOUND” for voice recordings (e.g., “101SOUND”;
c59), and “NIKON” for all other pictures (e.g., “100NIKON”).
• 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 (c105) or a
new memory card inserted.
• Files copied using [Copy] > [Selected images] are copied to the current
folder, where they are assigned new file numbers in ascending order start-
ing 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 (c93).
OriginalsIdentifierExtensionCopiesIdentifierExtension
Still picture DSCN .JPG Cropped copy RSCN .JPG
Movie DSCN .MOV Small copy SSCN .JPG
Time-lapse 
movieINTN .MOV D-Lighting 
copyFSCN .JPG
Stop-motion 
movieINTN .MOV Voice memo Same as 
picture.WAV
Voice record-
ingDSCN .WAV
Voice memo DSCN .WAV
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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.
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 mal-
function 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 electromag-
netic 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 occur 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 temper-
ature.
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 dam-
age to product memory or internal circuitry.
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jThe AF-Assist Illuminator LED
The light-emitting diode (LED; c4, 29) used in the 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 func-
tions. Turning the camera on or off while the battery is exhausted can result in reduced bat-
tery 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 return-
ing 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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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 locations that:
• are next to equipment that produces strong electromagnetic fields, such as
televisions or radios
• are exposed to temperatures below –10 °C (14 °F) or above 50 °C (122 °F)
• are 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 put-
ting 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 char-
acteristic 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 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 dam-
age not covered by the warranty.
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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.
DisplayProblemSolutionc
S (blinks) Clock not set. Set clock. 97
wBattery running low. Prepare to charge or 
change battery.14
Warning!!
battery exhausted
wBattery exhausted. Charge or change bat-
tery.14
p (● blinks red) Camera cannot focus. Recompose picture. 24
J (blinks) Slow shutter speed. Pic-
tures may be blurred.Use flash, or steady cam-
era using tripod, by plac-
ing camera on level 
surface, or by holding 
camera in both hands 
with elbows against 
torso.22, 28
Warning!!
please wait for the 
camera to finish 
recording
yCamera cannot perform 
other operations until 
recording is complete.Message clears from dis-
play automatically when 
recording is complete.–
Memory card is write 
protected.
xWrite-protect switch is in 
“lock” position.Slide write-protect to 
“write” position.19
This card cannot be 
used
xError accessing memory 
card.• Use approved card.
• Check that connectors 
are clean.
• Confirm that memory 
card is correctly 
inserted.109
–
18
Warning!!
this card cannot be 
read
O
Card is not format-
ted
O
Format
NoMemory card has not 
been formatted for use in 
camera.Choose [Format] and 
press d to format card, 
or turn camera off and 
replace card.18, 
105
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Out of memory
M or OMemory card is full. • Choose smaller image 
size.
• Delete pictures.
• Insert new memory 
card.
• Remove memory card 
and use internal mem-
ory.77
91
18
18
Image cannot be 
saved
M or OError occurred while 
recording picture.Format internal memory 
or memory card.105
Camera has run out of 
file numbers.• Insert new memory 
card.
• Format internal mem-
ory or memory card.18
105
Cannot create cropped, 
D-Lighting, or small copy.Select picture that sup-
ports crop D-Lighting or 
small picture.48
Picture cannot be used 
for welcome screen.Choose picture 640 × 
480 pixels or larger.–
Cannot copy picture. Delete pictures from des-
tination.91
Image has already 
been modified. D-
Lighting cannot be 
used.
uImage cannot be 
enhanced using D-Light-
ing.Copies from D-Lighting, 
crop, or small picture 
option cannot be 
adjusted using D-Light-
ing.48
Sound file cannot be 
saved 
M or OCamera has run out of 
file numbers.Select [Reset all] after 
either inserting new 
memory card or format-
ting internal memory or 
memory card.105, 
107
Cannot record 
movie.Time out error while 
recording movie.Choose memory card 
with faster write speed.109
Memory contains no 
images
rNo pictures available for 
playback.––
No sound file. No sound file available for playback. –
DisplayProblemSolutionc
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File contains no 
image data
rFile not created with 
COOLPIX S9.View file on computer or 
other device.–
This file cannot be 
played back.
This image cannot be 
deleted
rPicture is protected. Remove protection. 91
New city is in the 
current time zone
uDestination in same time 
zone as home.No need to change time 
zones if destination is in 
same time zone as home.97
Initializing lens 
cannot focus
yCamera cannot focus. Wait until message has 
cleared from display and 
camera has zoomed all 
the way out.–
Lens error
uLens error. Turn camera off and then 
on again. If error persists, 
contact retailer or Nikon 
representative.15
Lens cover error Lens cover error. Turn camera off and then 
on again, or wait until 
camera turns off after 30 
seconds and turn on 
again.15
Communications 
error
EUSB cable disconnected 
during transfer or print-
ing.If PictureProject displays 
error, click [OK] to exit. 
Resume operation after 
turning camera off and 
reconnecting cable.64
[USB] option incorrect. Choose correct [USB] 
option.64
PictureProject did not 
start.––
No images are 
marked for transfer
sNo pictures selected for 
transfer.Select pictures for trans-
fer in the playback menu 
and try again.92
DisplayProblemSolutionc
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Transfer error
ETransfer error. • Check battery level.
• Check that USB cable is 
connected.20
64
System error
uError has occurred in 
camera’s internal cir-
cuitry.Turn camera off, remove 
and reinsert battery, and 
turn camera on. If error 
persists, contact retailer 
or Nikon representative.–
Printer error 
check printer status
uRunning out of ink or 
printer error.Check printer. Replace 
ink cartridge with new 
one.–
DisplayProblemSolutionc
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Troubleshooting
If the camera fails to function as expected, check the list of common prob-
lems below before consulting your retailer or Nikon representative. Refer to
the page numbers in the right-most column for more information.
ProblemCause/Solutionc
Camera turns off without warn-
ing• Battery is low.
• Camera has turned off automatically 
to save power.
• Battery is cold.20
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Monitor is blank • Camera is off.
• Battery is exhausted.
• Standby mode for saving power. Mon-
itor turns on when controls are used.
• Flash lamp blinks red: wait until flash 
has charged.
• USB cable is connected.
• A/V cable is connected.
• Time lapse or interval timer photogra-
phy in progress: monitor turns off 
automatically between shots.15
20
15, 
104
28
64, 69
63
54, 83
No indicators displayed in moni-
tor[Hide info] is selected for [Photo info].
Select [Show info].100
Monitor is hard to read • Monitor has dimmed to save power. 
Monitor brightens when controls are 
used.
• Adjust monitor brightness.
• Monitor is dirty. Clean monitor.15
100
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Camera clock is not correct Check camera clock regularly against 
more accurate timepieces and reset as 
required.97
Camera settings reset Clock battery exhausted: recharge clock 
battery. Pictures recorded before clock 
has been set will have time stamp of 
“00.00.0000 00:00”; movies will be 
dated “01.09.2006 00:00.”98
No picture taken when shutter-
release button is pressed• Camera is in playback mode: press 
o.
• Menus are displayed: press m.
• Battery is exhausted.
• Flash lamp blinks: flash is charging.46
10
20
28
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