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Connections
This section describes how to use the supplied UC-E4 USB cable to connect the
camera to a computer.
Before Connecting the Camera
Before connecting the camera, install the software on the supplied Software Suite
CD.
To ensure that data transfer is not interrupted, be sure the camera EN-EL9a
battery is fully charged.
If in doubt, charge the battery before use or use an EH-5a AC
adapter and EP-5 power connector (available separately).
❚❚Supplied Software
Nikon Transfer is used to copy photographs from the camera to the computer, where
they can be viewed using ViewNX (Nikon Transfer can also be used to back up
photographs and embed information in photographs as they are transferred, while
ViewNX can be used to sort photographs, convert images to different file formats,
edit NEF/RAW photographs, and adjust NEF/RAW and JPEG images).
❚❚Supported Operating Systems
The supplied software can be used with computers running the following operating
systems:
• Windows: Windows Vista Service Pack 1 (32-bit Home Basic/Home Premium/
Business/Enterprise/Ultimate) and Windows XP Service Pack 3 (Home Edition/
Professional).
• Macintosh: Mac OS X (version 10.3.9, 10.4.11, 10.5.6)
See the websites listed on page xvi for the latest information on supported operating
systems.
Connecting to a Computer
A Connecting Cables
Be sure the camera is off when connecting or disconnecting interface cables.
Do not use
force or attempt to insert the connectors at an angle.
Close the connector cover when the
connector is not in use.
D During Transfer
Do not turn the camera off or disconnect the USB cable while transfer is in progress.