Nikon Coolpix 2500 - Manual (Page 11)

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Table of Contents
Product Documentation .................................................................................. i
For Your Safety ............................................................................................... ii
Caring for the Camera and Battery ................................................................. iv
Notices ........................................................................................................... vi
Introduction: Before You Begin ...................................................................... 1
Overview: About This Manual ....................................................................... 2
Getting to Know the COOLPIX 2500: The Parts of the Camera and Their
Functions .........................................................................................................
4
Where to Find It—Parts of the COOLPIX 2500 ................................................ 4
How to Use It—Camera Controls and Displays ................................................ 6
Menu Guide: Index to Menu Options ........................................................... 9
Tutorial: Getting Started ................................................................................. 15
First Steps: Getting Ready to Use Your Camera ............................................ 16
Step 1—Attach the Camera Strap ................................................................... 16
Step 2—Insert the Battery and Memory Card .................................................. 16
Step 3—Check the Battery Level ..................................................................... 18
Step 4—Choose a Language .......................................................................... 20
Step 5—Set the Time and Date ....................................................................... 22
Taking Pictures: The Basics ............................................................................. 24
Step 1—Ready the Camera ............................................................................. 24
Step 2—Choose Mode .......................................................................... 25
Step 3—Adjust Camera Settings (Optional) ..................................................... 26
Step 4—Frame the Picture .............................................................................. 26
Step 5—Focus and Shoot ............................................................................... 28
Step 6—Put the Camera Away ....................................................................... 30
Review and Deletion: Quick Review ............................................................. 31
Quick Review .................................................................................................. 32
Full-Screen Review .......................................................................................... 32
Thumbnail Review .......................................................................................... 34
Getting Creative: Scene Selection ................................................................. 36
Connections: Your Camera and Your Computer ............................................ 41
Before You Begin: Installing Nikon View 5 ....................................................... 42
Making the Connection: Connecting to Your Computer ................................. 44