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 • Cautions on certain copies and
or reproduced reproductions
Do not copy or reproduce paper The government has issued cautions
money, coins, securities, government on copies or reproductions of
bonds, or local government bonds, securities issued by private
even if such copies or reproductions companies (shares, bills, checks, gift
are stamped “Sample.” certificates, etc.), commuter passes, or
coupon tickets, except when a
The copying or reproduction of
minimum of necessary copies are to
paper money, coins, or securities
be provided for business use by a
which are circulated in a foreign
company. Also, do not copy or
country is prohibited.
reproduce passports issued by the
Unless the prior permission of the government, licenses issued by public
government has been obtained, the agencies and private groups, ID cards,
copying or reproduction of unused and tickets, such as passes and meal
postage stamps or post cards issued coupons.
by the government is prohibited.
• Comply with copyright notices
The copying or reproduction of The copying or reproduction of
stamps issued by the government copyrighted creative works such as
and of certified documents books, music, paintings, woodcuts,
stipulated by law is prohibited. 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 copies or to infringe
copyright laws.
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Disposing of Data Storage Devices
Please note that deleting images or formatting memory cards or other data
storage devices does not completely erase the original image data. Deleted
files can sometimes be recovered from discarded storage devices using
commercially available software, 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 preset manual. Care should be taken to avoid injury
when physically destroying data storage devices.
AVC Patent Portfolio License
THIS PRODUCT IS LICENSED UNDER THE AVC PATENT PORTFOLIO LICENSE FOR THE PERSONAL
AND NON-COMMERCIAL USE OF A CONSUMER TO (i) ENCODE VIDEO IN COMPLIANCE WITH
THE AVC STANDARD (“AVC VIDEO”) AND/OR (ii) DECODE AVC VIDEO THAT WAS ENCODED
BY A CONSUMER ENGAGED IN A PERSONAL AND NON-COMMERCIAL ACTIVITY AND/OR WAS
OBTAINED FROM A VIDEO PROVIDER LICENSED TO PROVIDE AVC VIDEO. NO LICENSE IS
GRANTED OR SHALL BE IMPLIED FOR ANY OTHER USE. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION MAY BE
OBTAINED FROM MPEG LA, L.L.C. SEE http://www.mpegla.com
Use Only Nikon Brand Electronic Accessories
Nikon cameras are designed to the highest standards and include complex
electronic circuitry. Only Nikon brand electronic accessories (including
chargers, batteries, AC adapters, and flash accessories) 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. The use of
third-party rechargeable Li-ion batteries not bearing the
Nikon holographic seal shown at right could interfere with
normal operation of the camera or result in the batteries overheating,
igniting, rupturing, or leaking.
For more information about Nikon brand accessories, contact a local
authorized Nikon dealer.
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D Use Only Nikon Brand Accessories
Only Nikon brand accessories certified by Nikon specifically for use
with your Nikon digital camera are engineered and proven to operate
within its operational and safety requirements. THE USE OF NON-NIKON
ACCESSORIES COULD DAMAGE YOUR CAMERA AND MAY VOID YOUR NIKON
WARRANTY.
A Before Taking Important Pictures
Before taking pictures on important occasions (such as at weddings or
before taking the camera 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.
A Life-Long Learning
As part of Nikon’s “Life-Long Learning” commitment to ongoing
product support and education, continually-updated information is
available on-line 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 frequently-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 following
URL for contact information: http://imaging.nikon.com/
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Introduction
Getting to Know the Camera
Take a few moments to familiarize yourself with camera controls
and displays. You may find it helpful to bookmark this section
and refer to it as you read through the rest of the manual.
The Camera Body
1 Movie-record button ................... 37 8 Command dial
2 Power switch.................................. 14 9 Mode dial...........................................4
3 Shutter-release button..........24, 25 10 A/L button ............................... 77
4 E/N button.............................71, 73 11 Accessory shoe (for optional flash
5 R (information) button.................8 units)
6 Eyelets for camera strap.............. 11 12 Infrared receiver for ML-L3 remote
control (rear)................................. 93
7 Speaker
13 Focal plane mark (E)
D The Speaker
Do not place the speaker in close proximity to magnetic devices.
Failure to observe this precaution could affect the data recorded on
the magnetic devices.
1
14 AF-assist illuminator 23 CPU contacts
Self-timer lamp 24 Mirror
Red-eye reduction lamp
25 Lens mount.....................................13
15 Built-in flash....................................29
26 Body cap
16 M/ Y button..................................68
27 Accessory terminal........................94
17 Microphone ....................................39
28 Connector for external
18 Connector cover microphone...................................94
19 Fn button .........................................77 29 USB and A/V connector ...............85
20 Mounting mark ..............................13 30 HDMI mini-pin connector
21 Lens release button.......................21
22 Infrared receiver for ML-L3 remote
control (front)................................93
