Information and PrecautionsLife-Long LearningAspartofNikon's "Life-Long Learning"commitmenttoongoing product supportand education, continually updated informationisavailable online at the followingwebsites:• For users in theU.S.A.:http://www.nikonusa.com/• For users in Europe and Africa: http://www.europe-nikon.com/support/• For users inAsia,Oceania, and the MiddleEast:http://www.nikon-asia.com/Visit these websitestokeep up-to-datewiththe latest product information, tips,answerstofrequently asked questions(FAQs),and general advice on digital imagingand photography. Additional information may be available from the Nikonrepresentative in your area. Visit the website below for contact information.http://imaging.nikon.com/Use Only Nikon Brand Electronic AccessoriesNikon COOLPIX cameras are designedto the highest standards and include complexelectronic circuitry. Only Nikon brand electronic accessories (including batterychargers, batteries, ChargingACAdapters,ACadapters and,USBcables) certified byNikon specifically for use with this Nikon digital camera are engineered and proventooperate within the operational and safety requirementsofthis electronic circuitry.THEUSEOFNON-NIKONELEGRONICACCESSORIESCOULD DAMAGETHECAMERAAND MAY VOIDYOURNIKON WARRANTY.The useofthird-party rechargeable Li-ion batteries not bearing the Nikonholographicsealcould interfere with normal operationofthe camera or result in thebatteries overheating, igniting, rupturing, or leaking.Holographic seal: Identifies thisdeviceasan authentic Nikon product.For more information about Nikon brand accessories, contact a local authorizedNikon dealer.Before Taking Important PicturesBefore taking pictures on important occasions (suchasat weddings or before takingthe camera on a trip), take a test shot to ensure that the cameraisfunctioningnormally. Nikon will not be held liable for damages or lost profits that may result fromproduct malfunction.4 I Introduction