[. . . ] The TC-E3ED can be installed simply by screwing it into the camera lens. Taking photographs with the COOLPIX 950, 800, 700, 900s and 900 While the TC-E3ED can be used with the COOLPIX 950, 800, 700, or 900 series (900s, 900), neither camera has a telephoto option for TC-E3ED, with the consequence that photos must be taken in regular mode. [. . . ] You should however note the following points: · set the flash to "Flash Cancel. " Using the flash with the TCE3ED in place could result in insufficient or excessive lighting or uneven brightness. The zoom buttons can be used to select a zoom setting between little to wide (one step from the telephoto position of the zoom indicator with COOLPIX 950 and two steps of the zoom indicator with COOLPIX 900 series) and maximum zoom. If you zoom out past the position, shadows will appear in the four corners of the screen. This telephoto adapter is intended for use with the Nikon COOLPIX 990, 950, 800, 700, 900s and 900 digital cameras. The optical viewfinder can not be used to check the camera angle when the TC-E3ED is attached. When the TC-E3ED is attached, do not pick the camera up by the converter alone, as this may damage the equipment. When the COOLPIX 990 is in telephoto mode, the camera automatically zooms in to the maximum optical zoom position, allowing you to take photographs at the maximum magnification. The zoom buttons can be used to select a zoom setting between little to wide (from the telephoto position) and maximum zoom. As conditions however vary according to distance and brightness, it is recommended that you check the image in the LCD monitor or take a test photograph before recording the final photo. Taking photographs with the COOLPIX 990 in regular mode Photographs can be taken with the TC-E3ED mounted on the COOLPIX 990 when the camera is not in telephoto mode. You should however note the following points: · set the flash to "Flash Cancel. " Using the flash with the TCE3ED in place could result in insufficient or excessive lighting or uneven brightness. The zoom buttons can be used to select a zoom setting between little to wide (one step from the telephoto position of the zoom indicator) and maximum zoom. [. . . ] The zoom buttons can be used to select a zoom setting between little to wide (one step from the telephoto position of the zoom indicator) and maximum zoom. If you zoom out past the position, shadows will appear in the four corners of the screen. [. . . ]