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    Image/Sound File and Folder Names
    Technical Notes
    • Pictmotion movies (c56) are stored under the “NKST” folder in folders 
    named with a three-digit folder number followed by “PRJCT” (e.g., 
    “101PRJCT”). Each folder contains the picture and sound files for a single 
    Pictmotion movie.
    • Folders can hold up to 200 pictures; if a picture is taken when the current 
    folder contains 200 pictures, a new folder will be created by adding one to 
    the current folder number. If a picture is taken when the current folder is 
    numbered 999 and contains 200 pictures or a picture numbered 9999, no 
    further pictures can be taken until the medium is formatted (c113) or a 
    new memory card inserted.
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    Technical Notes
    Caring for the Camera
    To ensure continued enjoyment of this Nikon product, observe the following 
    precautions when using or storing the device.
    jKeep Dry
    The device will be damaged if immersed in water or subjected to high humidity.
    jDo Not Drop
    The product may malfunction if subjected to strong shock or vibration.
    jHandle the Lens and all Moving Parts with Care
    Do not apply force to the lens, lens cover, monitor, memory card slot or battery chamber. 
    These parts are easily damaged. Applying force to the lens cover could result in camera 
    malfunction or damage to the lens. Should the monitor break, care should be taken to avoid 
    injury caused by broken glass and to prevent the liquid crystal from the display touching the 
    skin or entering the eyes or mouth.
    jDo Not Point the Lens at Strong Light Sources for Extended Periods
    Avoid pointing the lens at the sun or other strong light sources for extended periods when 
    using or storing the camera. Intense light may cause deterioration of the CCD image sensor, 
    producing a white blur effect in photographs.
    jKeep 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.
    jAvoid Sudden Changes in Temperature
    Sudden changes in temperature, such as when entering or leaving a heated building on a 
    cold day, can cause condensation to form inside the device. To prevent condensation, place 
    the device in a carrying case or a plastic bag before exposing it to sudden changes in 
    temperature.
    jTurn the Product Off Before Removing or Disconnecting the Power 
    Source
    Do not remove the battery while the product is on, or while images are being recorded or 
    deleted. Forcibly cutting power in these circumstances could result in loss of data or in 
    damage to product memory or internal circuitry.
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    Caring for the Camera
    Technical Notes
    jThe Self-timer Lamp/AF-assist Illuminator LED
    The light-emitting diode (LED; c4, 30, 111) used in the self-
    timer lamp/AF-assist illuminator conforms to the following 
    IEC standard:
    kThe Battery
    • Check the battery level when taking the camera out, and charge the battery if necessary 
    (c12). Do not continue charging once the battery is fully charged, as this will result in 
    reduced battery performance. If possible, carry a fully-charged spare battery when taking 
    pictures on important occasions.
    • Do not use the battery at ambient temperatures below 0 °C (32 °F) or above 40 °C 
    (104 °F). During charging, the temperature should be in the vicinity of 5 to 35 °C (41 to 
    95 °F). Note that the battery may become hot during use; wait for the battery to cool 
    before charging. Failure to observe these precautions could damage the battery, impair its 
    performance or prevent it from charging normally.
    • On cold days, the capacity of batteries tends to decrease. Be sure that the battery is fully 
    charged before heading outside to take pictures in cold weather. Keep spare batteries in a 
    warm place and exchange as necessary. Once warmed, a cold battery may recover some of 
    its charge.
    • Dirt on the battery terminals can prevent the camera from functioning.
    • When the battery is not in use, remove it from the camera or battery charger and replace 
    the terminal cover. The camera and battery charger draw minute amounts of current even 
    when off; if left in place, the battery could be drained to the point that it no longer 
    functions. Turning the camera on or off while the battery is exhausted can result in reduced 
    battery life. If the battery will not be used for an extended period, store it in a cool (15 to 
    25 °C / 59 to 77 °F), dry place. Recharge it at least once a year and run it flat before 
    returning it to storage.
    • Replace the battery when it no longer holds a charge. Used batteries are a valuable 
    resource. Please recycle used batteries in accordance with local regulations.
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    Caring for the Camera
    Technical Notes
    Cleaning
    Do not use alcohol, thinner, or other volatile chemicals.
    Storage
    Turn the camera off when not in use. Check that the power-on lamp is off 
    before putting the camera away. Remove the battery if the camera will not 
    be used for an extended period. Do not store the camera with naptha or 
    camphor moth balls, or in any of the following locations:
    • Next to equipment that produces strong electromagnetic fields, such as 
    televisions or radios
    • Exposed to temperatures below –10 °C (14 °F) or above 50 °C (122 °F)
    • Poorly ventilated or subject to humidities of over 60 %
    To prevent mold or mildew, take the camera out of storage at least once a 
    month. Turn the camera on and release the shutter a few times before 
    putting the camera away again.
    kNotes on the Monitor
    • The monitor may contain a few pixels that are always lit or that do not light. This is a 
    characteristic common to all TFT LCD displays, and does not indicate a malfunction. Images 
    recorded using the product will not be affected.
    • When framing bright subjects, vertical comet-like streaks that whiten toward either end 
    may appear in the display. This phenomenon, known as “smear,” does not appear in the 
    final photograph and does not indicate a malfunction. Some smear may appear in movies.
    • Images in the monitor may be difficult to see under bright lighting.
    • The monitor is lit by an LED backlight. Should the monitor begin to dim or flicker, contact 
    your Nikon-authorized service representative.
    LensAvoid touching glass parts with your fingers. Remove dust or lint with a 
    blower (typically a small device with a rubber bulb attached to one end 
    that is pumped to produce a stream of air out the other end). To remove 
    fingerprints or other stains that cannot be removed with a blower, wipe 
    the lens with a soft cloth, using a spiral motion that starts at the center of 
    the lens and working toward the edges. If this fails, clean the lens using a 
    cloth lightly dampened with commercial lens cleaner.
    MonitorRemove dust or lint with a blower. To remove fingerprints and other 
    stains, clean the monitor with a soft, dry cloth, being careful not to apply 
    pressure.
    BodyUse a blower to remove dust, dirt or sand then wipe gently with a soft, 
    dry cloth. After using the camera at the beach or seaside, wipe off any 
    sand or salt with a dry cloth lightly dampened with fresh water, then dry 
    thoroughly. Note that foreign matter inside the camera could cause 
    damage not covered by the warranty.
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    Technical Notes
    Error Messages
    The following table lists the error messages and other warnings displayed in 
    the monitor, as well as the solutions for dealing with them.
    DisplayProblemSolutionc
    S (blinks)Clock not set. Set clock.
    105
    wBattery running low. Prepare to charge or 
    change battery.12
    K
    Warning!
    Battery 
    exhausted.Battery exhausted. Charge or change 
    battery.12
    p (● blinks red)Camera cannot focus. • Refocus.
    • Use focus lock.
    24, 25
    25
    I
    Warning!!
    please wait for the 
    camera to finish 
    recording.
    yCamera cannot perform 
    other operations until 
    recording is complete.Wait until message clears 
    from display 
    automatically when 
    recording is complete.25
    K
    Memory card is write 
    protected.Write-protect switch is in 
    “lock” position.Slide write-protect to 
    “write” position.19
    No card present.Pictmotion mode 
    selected when no 
    memory card is inserted.Insert memory card.
    18
    I
    This card cannot be 
    used.Error accessing memory 
    card.• Use approved card.
    • Check that connectors 
    are clean.
    • Confirm that memory 
    card is correctly 
    inserted.117
    18
    18
    I
    Warning!This card
    cannot be read.
    I
    Card is not formatted.Format card?
    No
    YesMemory card has not 
    been formatted for use in 
    camera.Choose [Yes] and press 
    d to format card, or 
    turn camera off and 
    replace card.19
    K
    Out of memory.Memory card is full. • Choose smaller image 
    size.
    • Delete pictures or 
    sound files.
    •
    Insert new memory card.•Remove memory card 
    and use internal memory.
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    26, 66, 
    70
    18
    19
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    Error Messages
    Technical Notes
    I
    Image cannot be 
    saved.Error occurred while 
    recording picture.Format internal memory 
    or memory card.113
    Camera has run out of 
    file numbers.•
    Insert new memory card.• Format internal 
    memory or memory 
    card.18
    113
    Picture cannot be used 
    for welcome screen.Choose picture 640 × 480 
    pixels or larger, or picture 
    taken at an image mode 
    setting other than [16:9].49, 
    50, 87
    Cannot copy picture. Delete pictures from 
    destination.99
    I
    Sound file cannot be 
    saved.Camera has run out of 
    file numbers.•
    Insert new memory card.• Format internal 
    memory or memory 
    card.18
    113
    K
    Image can not be 
    modified.Edited image, pictures 
    taken when [16:9] is 
    applied in the image 
    mode setting, or 
    movies, cannot be 
    enhanced using 
    D-Lighting.Copies from D-Lighting, 
    crop, or small picture 
    option, pictures taken 
    when [16:9] is applied in 
    the image mode setting, 
    or movies, cannot be 
    adjusted using D-
    Lighting.48
    K
    Cannot record 
    movie.Time out error while 
    recording movie.Choose memory card 
    with faster write speed.117
    K
    Memory contains no 
    images.• No pictures or sound 
    file in the internal 
    memory or memory 
    card.
    • Memory card does not 
    contain pictures or 
    sound file.–
    To copy picture or sound 
    file from internal memory 
    to memory card, press 
    m. The copy option 
    screen or copy sound file 
    screen will be displayed.–
    100, 
    71 K
    No sound file.
    K
    File contains no 
    image data.File not created with 
    COOLPIX S51.View file on computer or 
    other device.
    –
    I
    This file cannot be 
    played back.
    DisplayProblemSolutionc
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    Error Messages
    Technical Notes
    K
    All images are 
    hidden.Date and time are not set 
    for pictures to be 
    displayed by calendar 
    mode or list by date 
    mode.––
    Pictmotion cannot 
    be created.Error occurred when 
    creating Pictmotion 
    movie.Start creating Pictmotion 
    movie from the 
    beginning.56
    Pictmotion cannot 
    be played back.Pictmotion files have 
    been deleted or moved.Delete affected 
    Pictmotion movie.58
    K
    This image cannot be 
    deleted.Picture is protected. Disable protection. 99
    K
    New city is in the 
    current time zone.Destination in same time 
    zone as home.–107
    Lens error
    JLens  error. Turn camera off and then 
    on again. If error persists, 
    contact retailer or Nikon 
    representative.20
    Lens cover error
    JFinger or other 
    obstruction prevents lens 
    cover from opening.Turn camera off and 
    remove obstruction.4, 120
    I
    Communications 
    errorAudio video/USB cable 
    disconnected during 
    transfer or printing.If Nikon Transfer displays 
    error, click [OK] to exit. 
    Resume operation after 
    turning camera off and 
    reconnecting cable.73, 78
    Transfer option incorrect. If using Windows 2000 
    Professional, use a card 
    reader to transfer 
    pictures.75
    System error
    JError has occurred in 
    camera’s internal 
    circuitry.Turn camera off, remove 
    and reinsert battery, and 
    turn camera on. If error 
    persists, contact retailer 
    or Nikon representative.14, 20
    DisplayProblemSolutionc
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    Error Messages
    Technical Notes* See the documentation provided with your printer for further guidance and 
    information. Iv
    Printer error.
    Check printer status.Running out of ink or 
    printer error.Check printer. After 
    checking the ink or 
    solving the problem, 
    select [Resume] and press 
    d to resume printing.*–
    Iv
    Printer error: check 
    paperSpecified size of paper is 
    not loaded in printer.Load the specified paper, 
    select [Resume], and 
    press d to resume 
    printing.*–
    Iv
    Printer error: paper 
    jamPaper has jammed in the 
    printer.Eject the jammed paper, 
    select [Resume], and 
    press d to resume 
    printing.*–
    Iv
    Printer error: out of 
    paperNo paper is loaded in 
    printer.Load the specified paper, 
    select [Resume], and 
    press d to resume 
    printing.*–
    Iv
    Printer error: check 
    inkInk error. Check ink, select 
    [Resume], and press d 
    to resume printing.*–
    Iv
    Printer error: out of 
    inkInk cartridge is empty. Replace ink, select 
    [Resume], and press d 
    to resume printing.*–
    Iv
    Printer error: file 
    corruptAn error caused by the 
    image file has occurred.Select [Cancel] and press 
    d to cancel printing.
    –
    DisplayProblemSolutionc
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    Technical Notes
    Troubleshooting
    If the camera fails to function as expected, check the list of common 
    problems below before consulting your retailer or Nikon representative. 
    Refer to the page numbers in the right-most column for more information.
    Display, Settings and Power Supply
    ProblemCause/Solutionc
    Monitor is blank • Camera is off.
    • Battery is exhausted.
    • Standby mode for saving power: press the 
    shutter-release button halfway.
    • When flash lamp blinks red, wait until flash 
    has charged.
    • Camera and computer are connected via 
    audio video/USB cable.
    • Camera and TV are connected via audio 
    video/USB cable.20
    20
    21, 24
    29
    73
    72
    Monitor is hard to read • Adjust monitor brightness.
    • Monitor is dirty. Clean monitor.
    • Monitor has dimmed to save power. 
    Monitor brightens when controls are used.108
    122
    21
    Camera turns off without 
    warning• Battery is low.
    • Camera has turned off automatically to 
    save power.
    • Battery is cold.20
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    Date and time of recording 
    are not correct• Pictures recorded before clock has been set, 
    and “Date not set” indicator blinks during 
    shooting, will have time stamp of “00/00/
    0000 00:00”; movies and voice recordings 
    will be dated “01/01/2007 00:00.”
    • Check camera clock regularly against more 
    accurate timepieces and reset as required.16
    105
    No indicators displayed in 
    monitor[Hide info] is selected for [Photo info].
    Select [Show info].108
    [Date imprint] not available Camera clock has not been set. 16,
    105
    Date not appearing on 
    pictures even when [Date 
    imprint] is enabledDate does not appear on movies or on 
    pictures taken using F.
    40, 61
    Camera settings reset Backup battery is exhausted; all settings were 
    restored to their default values. 106
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    Troubleshooting
    Technical Notes
    Electronically Controlled Cameras
    In extremely rare instances, unusual characters may appear in the monitor and the camera 
    may stop functioning. In most cases, this phenomenon is caused by a strong external static 
    charge. Turn the camera off, remove and replace the battery, and then turn the camera on 
    again. In the event of continued malfunction, contact your retailer or Nikon representative. 
    Note that disconnecting the power source as described above may result in the loss of any 
    data not recorded to internal memory or the memory card at the time the problem occurred. 
    Data already recorded will not be affected.
    Shooting
    ProblemCause/Solutionc
    No picture taken when 
    shutter-release button is 
    pressed• When camera is in playback mode, press 
    i or the shutter-release button.
    • When menus are displayed, press m.
    • Battery is exhausted.
    • When flash lamp blinks, flash is charging.26
    10
    20
    29
    Camera cannot focus • The intended subject is one with which 
    autofocus does not perform well.
    • Set [AF assist] in the setup menu to [Auto].
    • Focus error. Turn camera off and then on 
    again.
    25
    111
    20
    Pictures are blurred • Use flash.
    • Use high-sensitivity shooting mode.
    • Use vibration reduction.
    •Use A.
    • Use tripod and self-timer.28
    33
    111
    92
    30
    Bright specks appear in 
    pictures taken with flashFlash is reflecting off particles in air. Turn 
    flash off.29
    Flash does not fire • Flash is off.
    • Some scene modes that cannot turn on 
    flash are selected.
    •T mode other than [Stop-motion movie] 
    is selected.
    • [Continuous] or [Multi-shot 16] is selected 
    for [Continuous], or [On] is selected for 
    [BSS].28
    34
    61
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     92
    Optical zoom cannot be used Optical zoom cannot be used while recording 
    movies.61
    Digital zoom cannot be used Digital zoom is not available when [Multi-shot 
    16] is selected for [Continuous].91
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