Nikon S3100 Camcorder User Manual


 
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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.
Display, Settings and Power Supply
Problem Cause/Solution A
Battery inserted into 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, it may be impossible to
charge the battery inserted into the camera
via computer connection.
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Camera cannot be turned on
Battery is exhausted.
When connecting to an electrical outlet using
a Charging AC Adapter, the camera cannot be
turned on.
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Camera turns off without
warning.
Battery is exhausted.
Camera has turned off automatically to save
power.
The camera and battery may not work
properly at low temperatures.
The camera turns off if the Charging AC
Adapter is connected while the camera is on.
The USB cable connecting the camera to the
computer or printer has been disconnected.
Reconnect the USB cable.
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Monitor is blank.
Camera is off.
Standby mode for saving power: Press the
power switch, shutter-release button, A
button, c button, or b (e movie-record)
button.
When flash lamp blinks red, wait until flash
has charged.
Camera and computer are connected via USB
cable.
Camera and TV are connected via audio/video
cable.
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