Nikon Camera D7100 Users Manual

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Image Sensor Cleaning
If you suspect that dirt or dust on the image sensor is appearing in photographs, you 
can clean the sensor using the Clean image sensor option in the setup menu.
 The 
sensor can be cleaned at any time using the  Clean now option, or cleaning can be 
performed automatically when the camera is turned on or off.
❚❚ “Clean Now”
1Select  Clean image sensor  in the setup 
menu.
Press the  G button to display the menus. 
Highlight  Clean image sensor  in the setup 
menu and press  2.
2Select  Clean now .
Highlight Clean now  and press J. The 
camera will check the image sensor and then 
begin cleaning.
 During this time,  P 
flashes in the control panel and other 
operations can not be performed.
 Do not 
remove or disconnect the power source until 
cleaning is complete and  P is no longer 
displayed.
APlace the Camera Base Down
Image sensor cleaning is most effective when the camera is placed 
base down as shown at right.
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❚❚“Clean at Startup/Shutdown”
Choose from the following options:
1Select  Clean at startup/shutdown .
Display the Clean image sensor  menu as 
described in Step 2 on the previous page.
 
Highlight  Clean at startup/shutdown  and 
press 2.
2Select an option.
Highlight an option and press  J.
OptionDescription
5 Clean at startup The image sensor is automatically cleaned each time the camera is 
turned on.
6 Clean at 
shutdown The image sensor is automatically cleaned during shutdown each time 
the camera is turned off.
7 Clean at startup & 
shutdown The image sensor is cleaned automatically at startup and at shutdown.
Cleaning off Automatic image sensor cleaning off.
DImage Sensor Cleaning
Using camera controls during startup interrupts image sensor cleaning.
 Image sensor 
cleaning may not be performed at startup if the flash is charging.
If dust can not be fully removed using the options in the  Clean image sensor menu, clean 
the image sensor manually ( 0315) or consult a Nikon-authorized service representative.
If image sensor cleaning is performed severa l times in succession, image sensor cleaning 
may be temporarily disabled to protect the camera’s internal circuitry.
 Cleaning can be 
performed again after a short wait. 
						

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❚❚Manual Cleaning
If foreign matter can not be removed from the image sensor using the  Clean image 
sensor  option in the setup menu ( 0313), the sensor can be cleaned manually as 
described below.
 Note, however, that the sensor is extremely delicate and easily 
damaged.
 Nikon recommends that the sensor be cleaned only by Nikon-authorized 
service personnel.
1Charge the battery or connect an AC adapter.
A reliable power source is required when inspecting or cleaning the image 
sensor.
 Turn the camera off and insert a fully-charged EN-EL15 battery or 
connect an optional EP-5B power connector and EH-5b AC adapter.
 The  Lock 
mirror up for cleaning  option is only available in the setup menu at battery 
levels over  J.
2Remove the lens.
Turn the camera off and remove the lens.
3Select  Lock mirror up for cleaning .
Turn the camera on and press the  G 
button to display the menus.
 Highlight  Lock 
mirror up for cleaning  in the setup menu 
and press  2.
4Press  J.
The message shown at right will be 
displayed in the monitor and a row of dashes 
will appear in the control panel and 
viewfinder.
 To restore normal operation 
without inspecting the image sensor, turn 
the camera off.
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5Raise the mirror.
Press the shutter-release button all the way 
down.
 The mirror will be raised and the 
shutter curtain will open, revealing the 
image sensor.
 The display in the viewfinder 
will turn off and the row of dashes in the control panel will flash.
6Examine the image sensor.
Holding the camera so that light falls on the image sensor, 
examine the sensor for dust or lint.
 If no foreign objects 
are present, proceed to Step 8.
7Clean the sensor.
Remove any dust and lint from the sensor with a blower. 
Do not use a blower-brush, as the bristles could damage 
the sensor.
 Dirt that can not be removed with a blower can 
only be removed by Nikon-authorized service personnel.
 
Under no circumstances shou ld you touch or wipe the 
sensor.
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The mirror will return to the down position and the shutter curtain will close. 
Replace the lens or body cap. 
						

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AUse a Reliable Power Source
The shutter curtain is delicate and easily damaged.
 If the camera powers off while the mirror 
is raised, the curtain will close automatically.
 To prevent damage to the curtain, observe the 
following precautions:
• Do not turn the camera off or remove or disconnect the power source while the mirror is 
raised.
• If the battery runs low while the mirror is raised, a beep will sound and the self-timer lamp 
will flash to warn that the shutter curtain will close and the mirror will be lowered after 
about two minutes.
 End cleaning or inspection immediately.
DForeign Matter on the Image Sensor
Nikon takes every possible precaution to prevent foreign matter from coming into contact 
with the image sensor during production and shipping.
 The D7100, however, is designed to 
be used with interchangeable lenses, and foreign matter may enter the camera when lenses 
are removed or exchanged.
 Once inside the camera, this foreign matter may adhere to the 
image sensor, where it may appear in photographs taken under certain conditions.
 To  
protect the camera when no lens is in place, be sure to replace the body cap provided with 
the camera, being careful to first remove all  dust and other foreign matter that may be 
adhering to the body cap.
 Avoid exchanging lenses in dusty environments.
Should foreign matter find its way onto the image sensor, clean the sensor as described 
above, or have the sensor cleaned by authorized Nikon service personnel.
 Photographs 
affected by the presence of foreign matter on the sensor can be retouched using 
Capture NX 2 (available separately;  0309) or the clean image options available in some 
third-party imaging applications. 
						

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Caring for the Camera and Battery: 
Cautions
Do not drop: The product may malfunction if subjec ted to strong shocks or vibration.
Keep dry : This product is not waterproof, and may malfunction if immersed in water or exposed 
to high levels of humidity.
 Rusting of the internal mechanism can cause irreparable damage.
Avoid sudden changes in temperature : Sudden changes in temperature, such as those that occur 
when entering or leaving a heated building on  a cold day, can cause condensation inside the 
device.
 To prevent condensation, place the device in a carrying case or plastic bag before 
exposing it to sudden changes in temperature.
Keep away from strong magnetic fields : Do not use or store this device in the vicinity of equipment 
that generates strong electromagnetic 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.
Do not leave the lens pointed at the sun : Do not leave the lens pointed at the sun or other strong light 
source for an extended period.
 Intense light may cause the image sensor to deteriorate or 
produce a white blur effect in photographs.
Turn the product off before removing or disconnecting the power source : Do not unplug the product or 
remove the battery while the product is on or while images are being recorded or deleted.
 
Forcibly cutting power in these circumstances co uld result in loss of data or in damage to 
product memory or internal circuitry.
 To prevent an accidental interruption of power, avoid 
carrying the product from one location to another while the AC adapter is connected.
Cleaning : When cleaning the camera body, use a blow er to gently remove dust and lint, then 
wipe gently with a soft, dry cloth.
 After using the camera at the beach or seaside, wipe off any 
sand or salt using a cloth lightly dampened in pure water and then dry the camera thoroughly.
 
In rare instances, static electricity may cause LCDs to light up or go dark. This does not indicate 
a malfunction, and the display will soon return to normal.
The lens and mirror are easily damaged.
 Dust and lint should be gently removed with a blower. 
When using an aerosol blower, keep the can vertical to prevent discharge of liquid. To  r e m o v e  
fingerprints and other stains from the lens, apply  a small amount of lens cleaner to a soft cloth 
and wipe the lens carefully.
See “Image Sensor Cleaning” ( 0313, 315) for information on cleaning the image sensor.
Lens contacts : Keep the lens contacts clean.
Do not touch the shutter curtain : The shutter curtain is extremely thin and easily damaged.
 Under 
no circumstances should you exert pressure on the curtain, poke it with cleaning tools, or 
subject it to powerful air currents from a blower.
 These actions could scratch, deform, or tear 
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Storage: To prevent mold or mildew, store the camera in a dry, well-ventilated area. If you are 
using an AC adapter, unplug the adapter to prevent fire.
 If the product will not be used for an 
extended period, remove the battery to prevent leakage and store the camera in a plastic bag 
containing a desiccant.
 Do not, however, store the camera case in a plastic bag, as this may 
cause the material to deteriorate.
 Note that desiccant gradually loses its capacity to absorb 
moisture and should be repl aced at regular intervals.
To prevent mold or mildew, take the came ra out of storage at least once a month.
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camera on and release the shutter a few times before putting it away.
Store the battery in a cool, dry place.
 Replace the terminal cover before putting the battery 
away.
Notes on the monitor : The monitor is constructed with extremely high precision; at least 99.99% of 
pixels are effective, with no more than 0.01% being missing or defective.
 Hence while these 
displays may contain pixels that are always lit (w hite, red, blue, or green) or always off (black), 
this is not a malfunction and has no effect on images recorded with the device.
Images in the monitor may be difficult to see in a bright light.
Do not apply pressure to the monitor, as  this could cause damage or malfunction.
 Dust or lint 
on the monitor can be removed with a blower.
 Stains can be removed by wiping lightly with a 
soft cloth or chamois leather.
 Should the monitor break, care should be taken to avoid injury 
from broken glass and to prevent liquid crystal from the monitor touching the skin or entering 
the eyes and mouth.
Batteries : Batteries may leak or explode if improperly handled.
 Observe the following 
precautions when handling batteries:
• Use only batteries approved for use in this equipment.
• Do not expose the battery to flame or excessive heat.
• Keep the battery terminals clean.
• Turn the product off before replacing the battery.
• Remove the battery from the camera or charger when not in use and replace the terminal 
cover.
 These devices draw minute amounts of charge even when off and could draw the 
battery down to the point that it will no longer function.
 If the battery will not be used for 
some time, insert it in the camera and run it flat before removing it and storing it in a location 
with an ambient temperature of 15 °C to 25 °C (59 °F to 77 °F; avoid hot or extremely cold 
locations).
 Repeat this process at least once every six months.
• Turning the camera on or off repeatedly when  the battery is fully discharged will shorten 
battery life.
 Batteries that have been fully discharged must be charged before use.
• The internal temperature of the battery may rise while the battery is in use.
 Attempting to 
charge the battery while the internal temperature is elevated will impair battery 
performance, and the battery may not charge or charge only partially.
 Wait for the battery 
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•Continuing to charge the battery after it is fully charged can impair battery performance.
• A marked drop in the time a fully charged batt ery retains its charge when used at room 
temperature indicates that it requires replacement.
 Purchase a new EN-EL15 battery.
• Charge the battery before use.
 When taking photographs on important occasions, ready a 
spare EN-EL15 battery and  keep it fully charged.
 Depending on your location, it may be 
difficult to purchase replacement batteries on short notice.
 Note that on cold days, the 
capacity of batteries tends to decrease.
 Be sure the battery is fully charged before taking 
photographs outside in cold weather.
 Keep a spare battery in a warm place and exchange 
the two as necessary.
 Once warmed, a cold battery may recover some of its charge.
• Used batteries are a valuable resource; re cycle in accord with local regulations. 
						

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Available Settings
The following table lists the settings that can be adjusted in each mode.
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Shooting menu
Storage folder zzz z z z z z zzz z
File naming1zzz z z z z z zzz z
Role played by card in Slot 21zzz z z z z z zzz z
Image quality1, 2zzz z z z z z zzz z
Image size1, 2zzz z z z z z zzz z
Image area1zzz z z z z z zzz z
JPEG compression1zzz z z z z z zzz z
NEF (RAW ) recording1zzz z z z z z zzz z
White balance1, 2—— zz — ———————
Set Picture Control1, 2—— zz — ———————
Color space1zzz z z z z z zzz z
Active D-Lighting1—3—3zz —3—3—3—3——— —
HDR (high dynamic range)1, 2—— zz — ———————
Auto distortion control1zzz z z z z z zzz z
Long exposure NR1zzz z z z z z —zz z
High ISO NR1zzz z z z z z —zz z
ISO sensitivity settings1, 2z4z4zzz4z4z4z4—z4z4z4
Remote control mode 
(ML-L3)1, 2zzz z z z z z zzz z
Multiple exposure
1, 2—— zz — ———————
Interval timer shooting1zzz z z z z z zzz z
Movie settings1zzz z z z z z zzz z
Other settings
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Autofocus mode (viewfinder) z5z5zz z5z5z5z5z5z5z5z5
AF-area mode (viewfinder)z5z5zz z5z5z5z5—z5— z5
Autofocus mode (live view/
movie) zzz z z z z z zzz z
AF-area mode (live view/
movie) z
5z5zz z5z5z5z5z5z5—
z5
AAE-L/AF-L button holdz5z5zz z5z5z5z5z5z5z5z5
Flexible program — — z— — ———————
Metering — — zz— ———————
Exposure compensation — — zz— ——— z
5—— —
Bracketing — — zz— ———————
Flash mode z
5—zz z5— z5—— z5——
Flash compensation — — zz— ———————
FV lock z— zz z —z—— z—— 
						

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Custom Settings
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a1: AF-C priority selectionzzz z z z z z zzz z
a2: AF-S priority selection zzz z z z z z zzz z
a3: Focus tracking with  lock-on zzz z z z z z zzz z
a4: AF point illumination zzz z z z z z zzz z
a5: Focus point wrap-around zzz z z z z z zzz z
a6: Number of focus points zzz z z z z z zzz z
a7: Built-in AF-assist  illuminator zzz z z
——z—z— z
b1: ISO sensitivity step value zzz z z z z z zzz z
b2: EV steps for exposure cntrl zzz z z z z z zzz z
b3: Easy exposure  compensation ——
zz — ———————
b4: Center-weighted area — — zz— ———————
b5: Fine-tune optimal  exposure zzz z z z z z zzz z
c1: Shutter-release button  AE-L zzz z z z z z zzz z
c2: Standby timer zzz z z z z z zzz z
c3: Self-timer zzz z z z z z zzz z
c4: Monitor off delay zzz z z z z z zzz z
c5: Remote on duration  (ML-L3) zzz z z z z z zzz z
d1: Beep zzz z z z z z zzz z
d2: Viewfinder grid display zzz z z z z z zzz z
d3: ISO display and  adjustment zzz z z z z z zzz z
d4: Screen tips zzz z z z z z zzz z
d5: CL mode shooting speed zzz z z z z z zzz z
d6: Max. continuous release zzz z z z z z zzz z
d7: File number sequence zzz z z z z z zzz z
d8: Information display zzz z z z z z zzz z
d9: LCD illumination zzz z z z z z zzz z
d10: Exposure delay mode
2zzz z z z z z zzz z
d11: Flash warning — — zz— ———————
d12: MB-D15 battery type zzz z z z z z zzz z
d13: Battery order zzz z z z z z zzz z
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