Nikon Coolpix L12 User Manual

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63Connecting to Televisions, Computers, and PrintersConnecting to a ComputerUse the supplied USB cable to connect the camera to a computer, and copy(transfer) pictures to a computer with the supplied PictureProject software.Before Connecting the CameraInstalling PictureProjectBefore transferring pictures or movies to a computer, PictureProject must beinstalled. For more information on installing and using PictureProject, see theQuick Start Guide.Confirming USB OptionThe following two methods can be used to transfer pictures from the camerato a computer:• Press E (d) on the camera.• Click [Transfer] in PictureProject.The method used will depend on your computer’s operating system and theUSB option selected in the camera’s setup menu.1 This camera supports the USB options, [PTP] (default setting) and [Mass storage].2 The camera’s E (d) button cannot be used to transfer pictures in the following cases.Use [Transfer] in PictureProject.• When transferring pictures from the camera’s internal memory and [Mass storage] isselected in the [USB] menu.• When the memory card write-protect switch is in the “lock” position. Unlock by slidingthe switch to the “write” position before transferring pictures.3 If your computer is running Windows 2000 Professional, be sure to set the USB option to[Mass storage]. If [PTP] is selected, the Found New Hardware Wizard will be displayedwhen the camera is connected to the computer. Select [Cancel], close the window, anddisconnect the camera from the computer.4 Refer to the Nikon website for the latest information on operating system compatibility.Operating system1USB mode2E (d) on thecamera 3 [Transfer] in PictureProjectWindows Vista (32-bit HomeBasic/HomePremium/Business/Enter-prise/Ultimate editions)Choose [Massstorage]. Choose [PTP] or [Mass storage].Windows XP Home EditionWindows XP Professional Choose [PTP] or [Mass storage].Windows 2000 Professional4 Choose [Mass storage].Mac OS X (10.3.9, 10.4.x) Choose [PTP]. Choose [PTP] or[Mass storage].