Nikon Camera Coolpix S9900 Reference Manual

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•Do not handle the plug or Charging AC  Adapter with wet hands. Failure to 
observe this precaution could result in electric shock.
• Do not use with travel converters or adapters designed to convert from one 
voltage to another or with DC-to-AC inverters. Failure to observe this 
precaution could damage the product or cause overheating or fire.
Use the appropriate power supply (b attery, Charging AC Adapter, 
AC adapter, USB cable)
Using a power supply other than those pr ovided or sold by Nikon could result 
in damage or malfunction.
Use appropriate cables
When connecting cables to the input and output jacks, use only the cables 
provided or sold by Nikon for the purpose, to maintain compliance with 
product regulations.
Do not touch the moving parts of the lens
Failure to observe this precaution could result in injury.
Handle moving parts with care
Be careful that your fingers or other  objects are not pinched by the lens cover 
or other moving parts.
Using the flash close to your subj ect's eyes could cause temporary 
visual impairment
The flash should be no less than 1 meter (3 ft 4 in.) from the subject.
Particular care should be obse rved when photographing infants.
Do not operate the flash with the flash window touching a person 
or object
Failure to observe this precaution could result in burns or fire.
Avoid contact with liquid crystal
Should the monitor break, care should  be taken to avoid injury caused by
broken glass and to prevent liquid crys tal from the monitor touching the skin 
or entering the eyes or mouth.
Follow the instructions of airline and hospital personnel 
						

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Notices for Customers in the U.S.A.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS -
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
DANGER - TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, 
CAREFULLY FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS
For connection to a supply not in the U.S. A., use an attachment plug adapter of 
the proper configuration for the power outlet if needed.
The power supply unit is intended to be  correctly orientated in a vertical or 
floor mount position.
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Radio Frequency 
Interference Statement
This equipment has been tested and 
found to comply with the limits for a 
Class B digital device , pursuant to Part 
15 of the FCC rules. These limits are 
designed to provide reasonable 
protection against harmful 
interference in a residential installation. 
This equipment generates, us es, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if 
not installed and used in accordance wi th the instructions, may cause harmful 
interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that 
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does 
cause harmful interference to radio or  television reception, which can be 
determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try 
to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate  the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to 
which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for help.
CAUTIONS
Modifications
The FCC requires the user to be notifi ed that any changes or modifications 
made to this device that are not expr essly approved by Nikon Corporation may 
void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Interface Cables
Use the interface cables sold or provid ed by Nikon for your equipment. Using 
other interface cables may exceed the limits of Class B Part 15 of the FCC rules.
Notices 
						

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Notice for Customers in the State of California
WARNING
Handling the cord on this product will expose you to lead, a chemical known to 
the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. 
Wash hands after handling.
Nikon Inc.,
1300 Walt Whitman Road, Melvil le, New York 11747-3064, U.S.A.
Tel: 631-547-4200
Notice for Customers in Canada
CAN ICES-3 B / NMB-3 B
Notices for Customers in Europe
CAUTIONS
RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE.
DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS.
This symbol indicates that electrical and electronic equipment is to 
be collected separately.
The following apply only to users in European countries:
• This product is designated for  separate collection at an 
appropriate collection point. Do  not dispose of as household 
waste.
• Separate collection and recycling he lps conserve natural resources and 
prevent negative conseq uences for human health and the environment 
that might result from incorrect disposal.
• For more information, contact the retailer or the local authorities in charge 
of waste management.
This symbol on the battery indicates that the battery is to be 
collected separately.
The following apply only to users in European countries:
• All batteries, whether marked with this symbol or not, are 
designated for separate  collection at an appropriate collection 
point. Do not dispose  of as household waste.
• For more information, contact the retailer or the local authorities in charge 
of waste management. 
						

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IntroductionbMap/location name data of this camera
Before using the location data function s, make sure to read “USER LICENSE 
AGREEMENT FOR MAP DATA AND LOCATION NAME DATA” ( F21) and agree 
to the terms.
• The maps and location name information  (Points of Interest: POI) are as of 
April 2014.
The maps and location name in formation will not be updated.
• The details of geological formations are displayed simplistically according to 
the scale of a map. The scale of a map and level of detail of the location data 
vary depending on country and region.
If the latitude becomes hi gher, the horizontal and ve rtical scales displayed 
on the monitor vary, therefore displaye d geological formations differ from 
the actual formations. Use the maps and location name information only as 
a guide.
• The detailed map data and location na me information (Points of Interest: 
POI) of the People’s Republic of China (“China”) and the  Republic of Korea 
are not provided for the COOLPIX S9900.
b Notes about record location data functions and log recording
• When  Record location data  in Location data options  of the Location 
data options menu is set to  On or during log recording, record location data 
functions and log recording function will continue to operate even after the 
camera is turned off ( E33).
• An individual may be identified from still images or movies that have been 
recorded with location data. Observe caution when you transfer still images 
or movies recorded with location data, or  log files to a third party or upload 
them to a network such as the Internet where the public can view them. 
Make sure to read “Disposing of Data Storage Devices” (A vi).
 Notes About Location Data 
Functions (GPS/GLONASS, Electronic 
Compass) 
						

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bNotes about measurement functions
The COOLPIX S9900 is a camera. Do not use  this camera as a navigation device 
or measuring instrument.
• Use information (such as direction) measured by the camera as a guideline 
only. Do not use this information for  navigation of an airplane, car, and 
person or land survey applications.
• When you use the camera for mountain climbing or trekking, make sure to 
take a map, navigation device, or  measuring instrument separately.
b Using the camera overseas
• Before taking the camera with location data functions overseas for travel, 
consult your travel agency or embassy of the country you are visiting to 
confirm whether there is any restrict ion on use. For example, you cannot 
record location data logs without permission from the government in China.
Set  Record location data  to Off.
• The location data may not function properly in China and on the borders 
between China and neighboring co untries (as of December 2014). 
						

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This product is controlled by the United States Export Administration 
Regulations, and you are required to obtain permission from the United States 
government if you export or re-export th is product to any country to which the 
United States embargoes goods. The following countries were subject to 
embargo: Cuba, Iran, North Korea, Sudan,  and Syria. Since the target countries 
are subject to change, please contact the United States Department of 
Commerce for the latest information.
Restrictions on Wireless Devices
The wireless transceiver included in this product conforms to wireless 
regulations in the country of sale and is not for use in other countries (products 
purchased in the EU or EFTA can be us ed anywhere within the EU and EFTA). 
Nikon does not accept liability for use in other countries. Users who are unsure 
as to the original country of sale should consult with their local Nikon service 
center or Nikon-authorized service representative. This restriction applies to 
wireless operation only and not to any other use of the product.
Notice for Customers in the U.S.A. and Canada
Federal Communications Commission  (FCC) and Industry of Canada 
(IC) 
Declaration of Conformity
This device complies with Part 15 of  FCC Rules and Industry Canada licence-
exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 
(1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any 
interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of this 
device.
FCC/IC RF Exposure Statement
This transmitter must not be co-located  or operated in conjunction with any 
other antenna or transmitter.
The available scientific ev idence does not show that  any health problems are 
associated with using low power wireless  devices. There is no proof, however, 
that these low power wireless devices are absolutely safe. Low power wireless 
devices emit low levels of radio frequency energy (RF) in the microwave range 
while being used. Whereas high levels of  RF can produce health effects (by 
heating tissue), exposure of low-level RF that does not produce heating effects 
causes no known adverse health effects. Many studies of low-level RF 
exposures have not found any biological effects. Some studies have suggested 
that some biological effects might oc cur, but such findings have not been 
confirmed by additional research.
Wi-Fi (Wireless LAN Network) 
						

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COOLPIX S9900, which is equipped with a DW092 (FCC ID:EW4DW092 / IC 
ID:4634A-3149EC) Wireless LAN Module, has been tested and found to comply 
with FCC/IC radiation exposure limits se t forth for an uncontrolled environment 
and meets the FCC radio frequency (RF) Exposure Guidelines in Supplement C 
to OET65 and RSS-102 of the IC radio freq uency (RF) Exposure rules. Please refer 
to the SAR test report that was uploaded to FCC website.
Declaration of Conformity (Europe)
Hereby, Nikon Corporation, declares that COOLPIX S9900 is in compliance with 
the essential requirements  and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/
EC. The declaration of conf ormity may be consulted at
http://imaging.nikon.com/support/pdf/DoC_S9900.pdf.
Notice for Customers in Jamaica
This product contains a Type  Approved Module by Jamaica:
“SMA - DW092” 
						

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Precautions when Using Radio Transmissions
Always keep in mind that radio transmission or reception of data is subject to 
interception by third parties. Note that Nikon is not responsible for data or 
information leaks that may occur during data transfer.
Personal Information Management and Disclaimer
• User information registe red and configured on the product, including 
wireless LAN connection settings a nd other personal information, is 
susceptible to alteration and loss resulting from operational error, static 
electricity, accident, malfunction, re pair or other handling. Always keep 
separate copies of important informatio n. Nikon is not responsible for any 
direct or indirect damages or lost profits resulting from alteration or loss of 
content that is not attributable to Nikon.
• Before discarding this product or tran sferring it to another owner, perform 
Reset all  in the setup menu ( A54) to delete all user information registered 
and configured with the product,  including wireless LAN connection 
settings and other pe rsonal information. 
						

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Table of Contents
Introduction ................................................................................................................  ii
Read This First ............................................................................................................................  ii
Other Information ........................................................................................................................................  ii
How to Attach the Camera Strap .................. ....................................................................................  iii
Information and Precautions .................................................................................................... ........... iv
For Your Safety ........................................................................................................................  vii
WARNINGS ....................................................................................................................... .............................  vii
Notices ..........................................................................................................................................   x
 Notes About Location Data Functions 
(GPS/GLONASS, Electronic Co mpass)..............................................................................   xii
Wi-Fi (Wireless LAN Network) ............................................................................................   xiv
Parts of the Ca mera ..................................................................................................  1
The Ca mera Bod y......................................................................................................................  1
The Monitor .................................................................................................................... ............  3
Shooting Mode .................................................................................................................. ........................... 3
Playback Mode .................................................................................................................. ............................ 5
Preparing for Shooting............................................................................................  7
Insert the Battery and Memor y Card .................................................................................  7
Removing the Battery or Memory Card ......................................................................................... 7
Memory Cards and Internal Memory...............................................................................................  7
Charge the Batter y...................................................................................................................  8
Opening and Adjusting the Angle of the Monitor .....................................................  10
Turn the Ca mera On and Set the Displa y Language, Date, and Ti me .................  11
Basic Shooting and Pla yback Operations ....................................................... 13
Shooting with A  (Auto) Mode.........................................................................................  13
Using the Flash ................................................................................................................ ...........................  16
Using the Zoom .........................................................................................................................................  17
The Shutter-release Button ..................................................................................................... ............ 17
Pla y Back I mages .....................................................................................................................  18
Delete I mages ..........................................................................................................................   19
Changing the Shooting Mode ........................................................................................... 20
Recording Movies ............................................................................................................... .... 20
Functions That Can Be Set with the Multi Selector (When Shooting) .................  21 
						

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Shooting Features ................................................................................................... 22
A (Auto) Mode ................................................................................................................... ... 22
Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes) ......................................................................  23
S m art Portrait Mode (Enhancing Hu man Faces When Shooting).........................  25
Using Smile Timer .............................................................................................................. .......................  26
Using Self-Collage............................................................................................................. ........................  27
Short Movie Show Mode (Co mbining Movie Clips to Create Short Movies) ....  28
A , B , C , D Modes (Setting the E xposure for Shooting) ..........................................  31
Flash Mode ..................................................................................................................... ........... 35
Self-tim er ................................................................................................................................... 37
Macro Mode (Taking Close-up Pictures)......................................................................... 39
Creative Slider (Adjusting Brightness (E xposure Co mpensation), 
Vividness, and Hue)................................................................................................................ 40
E xposure Co mpensation (Adjusting Brightness) ........................................................ 43
Functions That Cannot Be Used Si multaneousl y When Shooting........................  44
Functions That Can Be Set with the  d (Menu) Button.......................... 47
The Shooting Menu .............................................................................................................. . 49
Common Options ................................................................................................................. ....................  49
For  A, B , C , D  modes ......................................................................................................................... . 49
For Smart Portrait mode ........................................................................................................ ...............  50
The Movie Menu ..................................................................................................................... 51
The Pla yback Menu ................................................................................................................  52
The Image Selection Screen..................................................................................................... ..........  53
The Setup Menu ................................................................................................................. ..... 54
Using Location Data Functions/Displaying Maps ....................................... 55
Using the Wi-Fi (Wireless LAN) Function ........................................................ 56
Installing the Software on the S mart Device ................................................................ 56
Connecting the Ca mera to a TV, Printer, or Co mputer .............................. 57