[. . . ] Nikon in - INSTRUCTION MANUAL ~ Nomenclature AF-Assist Iliuminator/ Self-timer/ Red-Eye Reduction lamp PP. 34 Tripod socket N60QD only: Data imprint LCD/buttons 1-----, r----5 2 w::s!::::;!~~"'-6 1. ADJUST button : Push to adjust date/time. GIml) ~~7 • • • SELECT ADJUST 3 LCDNiewfinder Dis la s 1 2 I . ~, . ~, . ~, @. SLOW I 6 oooofo. o - . " r . ~, ~ . ~, 7 3 4 ~~~+ , L'. L'~ Shutter speed Flexible program (page 40) Flash sync mode (page 59) Battery power (page 15) Self-timer (page 55) (a-, a-, ~ 5 8 9 1. Film (page 19) About LCD • At high temperatures of 60°C (140°F) or above, the display tums black, making it impossible to read . [. . . ] Pressing the shutter release button once opens the shutter (LCD indications will tum off). Camera shake can be reduced by using the self-timer (page 55) and tripod . Note that continuous exposure time is reduced when shooting in low temperatures. 44 Vari-Pro ram Vari-Program Vari-Program gives you the option to choose from five different programs designed for specific picture-taking situations. see page 64. Shooting with Vari-Program Set the exposure mode dial to the desired Vari-Program , confirm focus indicator. in the viewfinder and shoot. • The following warning indications appear in the viewfinder or LCD panel when the subject is too dark or bright. • L . :0: Use Speedlight. NOTE: Vari-Program Flexible Program (page 40) and exposure compensation (page 50) are canceled in Vari-Program. When using the flash in Vari -Program, the Flash Sync modes (page 59) automatically change according to each program selected . 45 Vari-Pro ram-continued Vari-Program selection . . :l. . : Portrait Program Use this program whenever you are taking pictures of people. It uses a relatively large aperture (smaller f-number) and shallow depth of field to create a blurred background to accentuate your main subject. Recommended AF Nikkor lenses: 85mm to 200mm telephoto lenses with large maximum apertures. ~ II:Landscape Program Use this program whenever you 're taking a picture of a distant scene. It generally selects a smaller aperture to assure sharply focused landscape pictures. Recommended lenses: you can use the full range of lenses (wideangle to telephoto) to achieve different effects. • To avoid camera shake, use a tripod. ~'-: Close-Up Program Use this program when you are taking pictures up close. It uses a larger aperture (smaller f-number) and a shallow depth of field to create a blurred background that accentuates your main subject. • To avoid camera shake, use a tripod . 46 ~ : Sport Program Use this program to freeze action. Recommended AF Nikkor lenses: 80mm to 300mm telephoto lenses e , . • In "'. . ; Sport Program , focus detection continues as long as the shutter release button is lightly pressed . By fully depressing the shutter release button and holding it in, you can perform continuous shooting. ~: Night Scene Program Use this program in the evening or at night. You can also use it with the flash when you want to include portraits in a night scene composition . Recommended lenses: you can use the fu ll range of lenses (wideangle to telephoto) to achieve different effects . • To avoid camera shake, use a tripod. 47 Ex osure Meterin • The exposure metering system of this camera is normally set to Matrix Metering. It automatically switches to Center-Weighted Metering when the exposure mode is set to Manual or when the Auto Exposure Lock function (page 49) is used. Matrix Metering/3D Matrix Metering Matrix Metering provides correct exposure control using a sixsegment Matrix Sensor. With D-type AF Nikkor lenses, 3D Matrix Metering automatically activates to use scene brightness, scene contrast and subject distance information to ensure even more accurate exposure control. [. . . ] They will also allow you to receive important mailings and special offers from a number of fine companies whose products and services relatc directly to the specific interests. you will be able to obtain more information about activities in which you are involved and less about those in which you are not. 0 Please check here if you do not want to receive mailings and offers using your E-mail address. 0 Please seal with tape. Do not staple. Copyright II:) 1999 All Rights Reserved OFFIClAL RULES: 0 PURCIIASE NECESSARY TO WIN. [. . . ]