Nikon Coolpix S9 Users Manual

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Table of Contents
Introduction
Connecting to Televisions, Computers, and Printers ...................................62
Connecting to a TV.......................................................................................... 63
Connecting to a Computer ............................................................................. 64
Before Connecting the Camera ................................................................... 64
Setting the USB Option ............................................................................... 65
Transferring Pictures to a Computer ............................................................ 66
Connecting to a Printer................................................................................... 68
Connecting the Camera and Printer ............................................................ 69
Printing Pictures One at a Time .................................................................... 70
Printing Multiple Pictures ............................................................................. 72
Creating a DPOF Print Order: Print Set .......................................................... 74
Shooting, Playback, and Setup Menus..........................................................76
Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu ......................................................... 76
Z Image Mode .......................................................................................... 77
d White Balance ........................................................................................ 79
I Exp. +/– .................................................................................................. 81
q Continuous ............................................................................................ 82
A Best Shot Selector (BSS) ......................................................................... 84
W Sensitivity ............................................................................................... 85
d Color Options......................................................................................... 86
Restrictions on Camera Settings .................................................................. 87
Playback Options: The Playback Menu .......................................................... 88
w Print Set ................................................................................................. 90
z Slide Show ............................................................................................. 90
A Delete .................................................................................................... 91
D Protect ................................................................................................. 91
E Transfer Marking .................................................................................. 92
L Copy...................................................................................................... 93
Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu............................................................ 94
R Menus.................................................................................................... 95
V Welcome Screen .................................................................................... 96
W Date ....................................................................................................... 97
Z Monitor Settings .................................................................................. 100
f Date Imprint ......................................................................................... 101
u AF Assist ............................................................................................. 103
h Sound Settings..................................................................................... 103
h Blur Warning ........................................................................................ 104
i Auto Off .............................................................................................. 104
M Format Memory/O Format Card .......................................................... 105
j Language ............................................................................................. 106
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Table of Contents
Introduction
k Interface............................................................................................... 106
n Reset All ............................................................................................... 107
B Firmware Version ................................................................................. 108
Technical Notes ............................................................................................109
Optional Accessories ..................................................................................... 109
Image File and Folder Names ..................................................................... 110
Caring for the Camera .................................................................................. 111
Cleaning ................................................................................................... 113
Storage ..................................................................................................... 113
Error Messages............................................................................................... 114
Troubleshooting ............................................................................................ 118
Specifications ................................................................................................. 123
Index............................................................................................................... 127
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Introduction
About This Manual
Thank you for your purchase of a Nikon COOLPIX S9 digital camera. This
manual has been written to help you enjoy taking pictures with your Nikon
digital camera. Read this manual thoroughly before use, and keep it where
all those who use the product will read it.
Symbols and Conventions
To make it easier to find the information you need, the following symbols
and conventions are used:
Notations
• A Secure Digital (SD) memory card is referred to as a “memory card.”
• The setting at the time of purchase is referred to as the “default setting.”
• Menu items, options, and messages displayed in the camera monitor are
shown in brackets ([ ]).
Screen Samples
In this manual, images are sometimes omitted from monitor display samples
so that monitor indicators can be more clearly shown.
Illustrations and Screen Display
Illustrations and text displays shown in this manual may differ from actual
display. 
kMemory Cards
Pictures taken with this camera can be stored in the camera’s internal memory or on remov-
able memory cards. If a memory card is inserted, all new pictures will be stored on the mem-
ory card and delete, playback, and format operations will apply only to the pictures on the
memory card. The memory card must be removed before the internal memory can be format-
ted or used to store, delete, or view pictures.
This icon marks cautions, infor-
mation that should be read 
before use to prevent damage to 
the camera.This icon marks tips, additional 
information that may be helpful 
when using the camera.
This icon marks notes, informa-
tion that should be read before 
using the camera.This icon indicates that more 
information is available else-
where in this manual or in the 
Quick Start Guide.
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Introduction
Information and Precautions
Life-Long Learning
As part of Nikon’s “Life-Long Learning” commitment to ongoing product support and educa-
tion, continually updated information is available online at the following sites:
• For users in the U.S.A.: http://www.nikonusa.com/
• For users in Europe and Africa: http://www.europe-nikon.com/support/
• For users in Asia, Oceania, and the Middle East: http://www.nikon-asia.com/
Visit these sites to keep up-to-date with the latest product information, tips, answers to fre-
quently asked questions (FAQs), and general advice on digital imaging and photography.
Additional information may be available from the Nikon representative in your area. See the
URL below for contact information: 
http://nikonimaging.com/
Use Only Nikon Brand Electronic Accessories
Nikon COOLPIX cameras are designed to the highest standards and include complex elec-
tronic circuitry. Only Nikon brand electronic accessories (including battery chargers and bat-
teries) certified by Nikon specifically for use with this Nikon digital camera are engineered and
proven to operate within the operational and safety requirements of this electronic circuitry.
THE USE OF NON-NIKON ELECTRONIC ACCESSORIES COULD DAMAGE THE CAMERA AND
MAY VOID YOUR NIKON WARRANTY.
For more information about Nikon brand accessories, contact a local authorized Nikon dealer.
Before Taking Important Pictures
Before taking pictures on important occasions (such as at weddings or before taking the cam-
era on a trip), take a test shot to ensure that the camera is functioning normally. Nikon will
not be held liable for damages or lost profits that may result from product malfunction.
About the Manuals
• No part of the manuals included with this product may be reproduced, transmitted, tran-
scribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form, by any
means, without Nikon’s prior written permission.
• Nikon reserves the right to change the specifications of the hardware and software
described in these manuals at any time and without prior notice.
• Nikon will not be held liable for any damages resulting from the use of this product.
• While every effort has been made to ensure that the information in these manuals is accu-
rate and complete, we would appreciate it were you to bring any errors or omissions to the
attention of the Nikon representative in your area (address provided separately).
* Holographic seal: Identifies this
device as an authentic Nikon
product.EN-EL8
rechargeable
battery
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Information and Precautions
Introduction
Notice Concerning Prohibition of Copying or Reproduction
Note that simply being in possession of material that has been digitally copied or reproduced
by means of a scanner, digital camera or other device may be punishable by law.
•Items prohibited by law from being copied or reproduced
Do not copy or reproduce paper money, coins, securities, government bonds, or local gov-
ernment bonds, even if such copies or reproductions are stamped “Sample.”
The copying or reproduction of paper money, coins, or securities which are circulated in a
foreign country is prohibited.
Unless the prior permission of the government has been obtained, the copying or repro-
duction of unused postage stamps or post cards issued by the government is prohibited.
The copying or reproduction of stamps issued by the government and of certified docu-
ments stipulated by law is prohibited.
•Cautions on certain copies and reproductions
The government has issued cautions on copies or reproductions of securities issued by pri-
vate companies (shares, bills, checks, gift certificates, etc.), commuter passes, or coupon
tickets, except when a minimum of necessary copies are to be provided for business use by
a company. Also, do not copy or reproduce passports issued by the government, licenses
issued by public agencies and private groups, ID cards, and tickets, such as passes and meal
coupons.
•Comply with copyright notices
The copying or reproduction of copyrighted creative works such as books, music, paintings,
woodcut prints, maps, drawings, movies, and photographs is governed by national and
international copyright laws. Do not use this product for the purpose of making illegal cop-
ies or to infringe copyright laws.
Disposing of Data Storage Devices
Please note that deleting images or formatting data storage devices such as memory cards or
built-in camera memory does not completely erase the original image data. Deleted files can
sometimes be recovered from discarded storage devices using commercially available soft-
ware, potentially resulting in the malicious use of personal image data. Ensuring the privacy of
such data is the user’s responsibility.
Before discarding a data storage device or transferring ownership to another person, erase all
data using commercial deletion software, or format the device and then completely refill it
with images containing no private information (for example, pictures of empty sky). Be sure to
also replace any pictures selected for the welcome screen (c96). Care should be taken to
avoid injury or damage to property when physically destroying data storage devices.
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Introduction
Parts of the Camera
Attaching the Camera Strap
Built-in flash (c28)Lens
(c22, 111)
Eyelet for camera strapSelf-timer lamp 
(c30)
AF-assist illumi-
nator (LED; 
c28, 112)
Lens cover 
closed
Lens cover
Speaker (c52) Built-in microphone 
(c52, 53)
Shutter-release 
button (c24)m (one-touch portrait) button (c44)
u (D-Lighting) button (c50) Zoom control (c22)
See also:
•j (thumbnail playback): c46
•k (playback zoom): c47
•l (help): c11
Power switch 
(c16) Power-on lamp 
(c16)
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Parts of the Camera
Introduction
Indicator lamp (c24)/
Flash lamp (c28)
Monitor (c6, 113)
m button 
(c10, 76)
Multi connector
Tripod socketo (shooting/playback) 
button (c26, 46)
T (delete) button 
(c26, 47, 52, 58)
Battery-chamber/memory card 
slot cover (c14)
Battery chamber (c14) Memory card 
slot (c18) p button 
(c9)
Battery latch 
(c14, 15)
J: Display flash mode 
menu (c28)
d/g: Apply selection/
transfer picture (c67) H: Display self-timer menu 
(c30)
F: Display macro close-
up mode menu (c31) The Multi selector (c8)
In shooting mode, you can activate the flash (J), the self-timer (H), and 
macro close-up mode (F).
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Introduction
The Monitor
The following indicators may appear in the monitor during shooting and
playback (actual display varies with current camera settings).
Shooting
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1Shooting mode ........ 20, 32, 44, 53
2Exposure lock ............................. 42
3Macro close-up mode................. 31
4Zoom indicator ..................... 22, 31
5Focus indicator ........................... 24
6Flash mode ................................ 28
7Camera shake icon ..................... 29
8Internal memory/memory card 
indicator .................................... 18
9Battery level indicator ................. 20
10Sensitivity (ISO equivalent) .......... 29
11Self-timer indicator ..................... 30
12“Date not set” indicator ........... 114
Time zone indicator .................... 97
13Date imprint/date counter ........ 101
14Number of exposures 
remaining ................................... 20
Movie length .............................. 53
15Focus area .................................. 24
16Exposure compensation value ..... 81
17Image mode ............................... 77
18Color options ............................. 86
19White balance mode .................. 79
20Best shot selector (BSS) ............... 84
21Continuous shooting mode ........ 82
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The Monitor
Introduction
Playback
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1Current folder .......................... 110
2File number and type................ 110
3Internal memory/memory card 
indicator .................................... 18
4Battery level indicator ................. 20
5Volume indicator .................. 52, 58
6Voice memo recording guide...... 52
7Voice memo playback guide ....... 52
8Current frame number/total 
number of frames/
movie length .............................. 58
9D-Lighting icon .......................... 50
10Movie playback indicator ............ 58
11Voice memo icon........................ 52
12Image mode ............................... 77
13Small picture indicator ................ 51
14Movie indicator .......................... 58
15Protect icon ................................ 91
16Print-order icon .......................... 74
17Transfer icon ........................ 67, 92
18Time of recording ....................... 16
19Date of recording ....................... 16
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Introduction
Basic Operations
The o (shooting/playback) Button
Press o once in shooting mode to enter full-
frame playback; press again to switch back to
shooting mode. (If the camera is turned off, press
o for about a second to turn the camera on in
playback mode.)
The Multi Selector
In addition to activating the flash, macro close-up, and self-timer modes and
functions, the multi selector is also used to perform the following operations.
Playback Mode
Navigating the Menus
* In the manual, the button indicating up, down, left, and right of the multi selector is
shown as GHIJ.
Display the previous 
file (GI, c26, 58)
(voice recording:G, 
c60)
Display the next file 
(JH, c26, 58)
(voice recording:H, 
c60)
Return to the previ-
ous menu, or move 
cursor left (I)
Move cursor down (H)Move cursor up (G)
Apply selectionDisplay the sub-menu, 
move cursor right, or 
apply selection (J)
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