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Page 1: Quick Start Guide
DIGITAL CAMERA Quick Start Guide Introduction Parts of the Camera Getting Started Basic Shooting and Playback Operations Connecting to a Smart Device (SnapBridge) Other Functions Technical Notes • Read this manual thoroughly before using the camera. • To ensure proper use of the camera, be sure to read “For Your Safety”...
Page 2: Read This First
Introduction Read This First Thank you for purchasing the Nikon COOLPIX B500 digital camera. Downloading the “Reference Manual” The Reference Manual (PDF format) provides details in various languages on how to use this product. Download the Reference Manual from our Download Center at the URL below and save it on your smart device or computer for reference.
Page 3: Confirming The Package Contents
Confirming the Package Contents In the event that any items are missing, please contact the store where you purchased the camera. COOLPIX B500 Camera Strap LR6/L40 (AA-size) Digital Camera alkaline batteries (×4)* LC-CP31 Lens Cap UC-E16 USB Cable (with cord)
Page 4: Information And Precautions
Before taking pictures on important occasions (such as at weddings or before taking the camera on a trip), take a test shot to ensure that the camera is functioning normally. Nikon will not be held liable for damages or lost profits that may result from product malfunction.
Page 5: Conformity Marking
Nikon will not be held liable for any damages resulting from the use of this product. While every effort was made to ensure that the information in these manuals is accurate and complete, we would appreciate it were you to bring any errors or omissions to the attention of the Nikon representative in your area (address provided separately).
Page 6: For Your Safety
For Your Safety To prevent damage to property or injury to yourself or to others, read “For Your Safety” in its entirety before using this product. Keep these safety instructions where all those who use this product will read them. Failure to observe the precautions marked DANGER with this icon carries a high risk of death or...
Page 7 Keep this product out of reach of children. Failure to observe this precaution could result in injury or product malfunction. In addition, note that small parts constitute a choking hazard. Should a child swallow any part of this product, seek immediate medical attention.
Page 8 DANGER for Batteries Do not mishandle batteries. Failure to observe the following precautions could result in the batteries leaking, overheating, rupturing, or catching fire: - Do not attempt to recharge non-rechargeable batteries. - Do not expose batteries to flame or excessive heat. - Do not disassemble.
Page 9 If battery liquid comes into contact with a person’s skin or clothing, immediately rinse the affected area with plenty of clean water. Failure to observe this precaution could result in skin irritation. Introduction...
Page 10 Introduction...
Page 11: Parts Of The Camera
Parts of the Camera The Camera Body Zoom control 10 Monitor f : Wide-angle 11 s (display) button g : Telephoto 12 Flash lamp h : Thumbnail playback i : Playback zoom 13 b (e movie-record) button Shutter-release button 14 c (playback) button Power switch/power-on lamp 15 Multi selector Mode dial...
Page 12: Getting Started
Getting Started How to Attach the Camera Strap and Lens Cap Attach the lens cap to the camera strap, and then attach the strap to the camera. Attach the strap at two places. Lens Cap When the camera is not in use, attach the lens cap to the lens to protect it. If you turn on the camera without removing the lens cap, the message “Turn the camera off and then on again.”...
Page 13: Inserting The Batteries And Memory Card
Inserting the Batteries and Memory Card Memory card slot Hold the camera upside down to prevent the batteries from falling out, confirm that the positive (+) and negative (–) terminals of the batteries are oriented correctly, and insert the batteries. Slide the memory card in until it clicks into place (5).
Page 14: Removing The Batteries Or Memory Card
Notes About the Batteries Do not combine old and new batteries or batteries of different makes or types. Batteries with the following defects cannot be used: Batteries with peeling Batteries with insulation Batteries with a flat that does not cover the negative terminal area around the negative terminal...
Page 15: Changing The Angle Of The Monitor
Changing the Angle of the Monitor The angle of the monitor can be lowered down to approx. 85° or raised upward to approx. 90°. Notes About the Monitor Do not apply excessive force when changing the angle of the monitor. The monitor cannot be moved to the left or right.
Page 16: Camera Setup
Camera Setup Remove the lens cap before turning on the camera. Press the power switch to turn on the camera. Use the multi selector to select and adjust settings. Power switch Multi selector Left Right k button (apply selection) Down d button A language selection dialog will be displayed.
Page 17 Highlight your home time zone and London, Casablanca press the k button. Press H to set daylight saving time. When it is on, the time is one hour earlier and W is displayed at the top of the map. Press I to turn daylight saving time off.
Page 18: Basic Shooting And Playback Operations
Basic Shooting and Playback Operations Shooting Images A (auto) mode is used here as an example. A (auto) mode enables you to perform general shooting in a variety of shooting conditions. Rotate the mode dial to A. Battery level indicator b: The battery level is high.
Page 19 Frame the picture. Move the zoom control or the side zoom control to change the zoom lens position. If you lose sight of the subject while shooting with the lens in telephoto position, press the q (snap-back zoom) button to temporarily widen the visible area so that you can frame the subject more easily.
Page 20: Using The Flash
The Auto Off Function When no operations are performed for about one minute, the screen turns off, the camera enters standby mode, and then the power-on lamp flashes. The camera turns off after remaining in standby mode for about three minutes. To turn the screen back on while the camera is in standby mode, perform an operation such as pressing the power switch or shutter-release button.
Page 21: Playing Back Images
Playing Back Images Press the c (playback) button to enter playback mode. If you press and hold down the c button while the camera is turned off, the camera turns on in playback mode. Use the multi selector to select an Display the previous image image to display.
Page 22: Deleting Images
Deleting Images Press the l (delete) button to delete the image currently displayed on the screen. Use the multi selector HI to select the desired deletion method and press the Delete k button. Current image To exit without deleting, press the d button. Erase selected images All images Select Yes and press the k button.
Page 23: Connecting To A Smart Device (Snapbridge)
Bluetooth settings screen on the smart device. Screens in the SnapBridge App 1 You can view notices from Nikon and the SnapBridge app Help, as well as configure the app’s settings. 2 Primarily perform connection settings for smart devices and cameras.
Page 24: Connecting The Camera And A Smart Device
Connecting the Camera and a Smart Device Use a sufficiently charged battery so that the camera does not turn off during the procedure. Insert a memory card with sufficient free space into the camera. Camera: Select Network menu (A22) M Connect to smart device, and press Airplane mode Connect to smart device the k button.
Page 25 Smart device: Launch the SnapBridge app and tap Pair with camera. When the dialog to select a camera is displayed, tap the camera you want to connect to. If you did not connect to the camera by tapping Skip at the upper-right of the screen when launching the SnapBridge app for the first time, tap Pair with camera in the A tab and proceed to step 5.
Page 26 Camera/smart device: Finish the connection settings. Camera: Press the k button when the dialog on the right is displayed. Smart device: Tap OK when the dialog indicating that pairing is complete is displayed. Your camera and smart device are connected! SnapBridge will send your photos to your smart device as they are taken.
Page 27 Disabling or Enabling the Wireless Connection Use any of the following methods to disable or enable the connection. Switch the setting in Network menu M Airplane mode in the camera. You can set it to On to turn off all communication functions in places where wireless communication is prohibited.
Page 28: Remote Photography
Remote Photography You can tap the A tab in the SnapBridge app M Remote photography to release the camera shutter using a smart device. Follow the instructions in the SnapBridge app to switch to a Wi-Fi connection. In iOS, a dialog related to Wi-Fi connections may be displayed. In such a case, see “If a Dialog Related to Wi-Fi Connections Is Displayed in iOS”...
Page 29: Other Functions
Other Functions Selecting a Shooting Mode You can rotate the mode dial to align the desired shooting mode with the indicator mark on the camera body. A (Auto) mode Select this mode to perform general shooting in a variety of shooting conditions. y, o, j, e, o, d (Scene) modes Select any one of scene modes based on the shooting conditions, and you can take pictures with the appropriate settings for those conditions.
Page 30 Help Display The descriptions of functions are displayed while changing the shooting mode or while the setting screen is displayed. Press the shutter-release button halfway to quickly switch to shooting mode. You can show or hide the descriptions using Help display in Monitor settings in the setup menu. Other Functions...
Page 31: Setting Shooting Functions With The Multi Selector
Setting Shooting Functions with the Multi Selector When the shooting screen is displayed, you can press the multi selector H (m) J (n) I (p) K (o) to set the functions described below. m Flash mode When the flash is raised, the flash mode can be set according to shooting conditions.
Page 32: Menu Operations
Menu Operations You can set the menus listed below by pressing the d (menu) button. 1, 2 A Shooting menu D Movie menu G Playback menu J Network menu z Setup menu Press the d button when the shooting screen is displayed. Menu icons and available setting options vary depending on the shooting mode.
Page 33 Select a menu option and press the k button. Time zone and date Monitor settings Certain menu options cannot be set Date stamp depending on the current shooting Photo VR mode or the state of the camera. AF assist Digital zoom Select a setting and press the Date stamp k button.
Page 34: Technical Notes
Technical Notes Notices Notices for Customers in Europe This symbol indicates that electrical and electronic equipment is to be collected separately. The following apply only to users in European countries: This product is designated for separate collection at an appropriate collection point.
Page 35: Notes About Wireless Communication Functions
(products purchased in the EU or EFTA can be used anywhere within the EU and EFTA). Nikon does not accept liability for use in other countries. Users who are unsure as to the original country of sale should consult with their local Nikon service center or Nikon-authorized service representative.
Page 36 Notice for Customers in Europe Declaration of Conformity (Europe) Hereby, Nikon Corporation declares that the radio equipment type COOLPIX B500 is in compliance with Directive 2014/53/EU. The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is available at the following internet address: http://imaging.nikon.com/support/pdf/DoC_B500.pdf.
Page 37: Caring For The Product
Caring for the Product Observe the precautions described below in addition to the warnings in “For Your Safety” (Avi–ix) when using or storing the device. The Camera Do Not Apply Strong Impact to the Camera The product may malfunction if subjected to strong shock or vibration. In addition, do not touch or apply force to the lens.
Page 38 Batteries Precautions for Use Note that the batteries may become hot after use. Do not use batteries beyond their recommended expiration date. Do not turn the camera on and off repeatedly if discharged batteries are inserted in the camera. Carrying Spare Batteries We recommend carrying spare batteries depending on where you are shooting.
Page 39 Recycling Used Batteries Replace the batteries when they no longer hold a charge. Used batteries are a valuable resource. Please recycle used batteries in accordance with local regulations. Technical Notes...
Page 40: Cleaning And Storage
Cleaning and Storage Cleaning Do not use alcohol, thinner, or other volatile chemicals. Avoid touching glass parts with your fingers. Remove dust or lint with a blower (typically a small device with a rubber bulb attached to one end that is pumped to produce a stream of air out the other end).
Page 41: Troubleshooting
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. Also, refer to the Reference Manual (PDF format) for further details on how to use this camera (Aii).
Page 42: Memory Cards That Can Be Used
United States and/or other countries. ® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Nikon Corporation is under license. Apple®, App Store®, the Apple logos, Mac, OS X, macOS, iPhone®, iPad®, iPod touch®...
Page 43 “Made for iPod,” “Made for iPhone,” and “Made for iPad” mean that an electronic accessory has been designed to connect specifically to iPod, iPhone, or iPad, respectively, and has been certified by the developer to meet Apple performance standards. Apple is not responsible for the operation of this device or its compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
Page 44: Warranty Terms - Nikon Europe Service Warranty
Nikon Europe B.V. will, without charge for labor and parts, repair the product in the terms and conditions set as below. Nikon reserves the right (at its sole discretion) to replace or repair the product.
Page 45 Nikon, in order to comply with local or national technical standards in force in any other country than the ones for which the product was originally designed and/or manufactured.
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Page 48 No reproduction in any form of this manual, in whole or in part (except for brief quotation in critical articles or reviews), may be made without written authorization from NIKON CORPORATION. CT7K06(11) 6MN66711-06...

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