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Technical Notes and Index
Troubleshooting
If the camera fails to function as expected, check the list of common problems
below before consulting your retailer or Nikon-authorized service representative.
Power, Display, Settings Issues
Problem Cause/Solution A
Battery inserted in the
camera cannot be
charged.
• Confirm all connections.
• Off is selected for Charge by computer in the
setup menu.
• When charging by connecting the camera to a
computer, battery charging stops when the
camera is turned off.
• When charging by connecting the camera to a
computer, battery charging stops when the
computer is suspended (sleeping), and the
camera may turn off.
• Depending upon computer specifications,
settings, and status, charging the battery
inserted in the camera may not be possible via
computer connection.
18
96, E80
96
96
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Camera cannot be turned
on.
• Battery is exhausted.
• The camera cannot be turned on while
connected to an electrical outlet via the
Charging AC Adapter.
22
18
Camera turns off without
warning.
• Battery is exhausted.
• Camera has turned off automatically to save
power.
• The camera or battery have become too cold
and cannot operate properly.
• The camera turns off if the Charging AC Adapter
is connected while the camera is on.
• The camera turns off if the USB cable
connecting it to a computer or printer is
disconnected. Reconnect the USB cable.
• Inside of the camera has become hot. Leave the
camera off until the inside of the camera has
cooled, and then try turning it on again.
22
95
F3
18
81, 84,
E26
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