224QConnecting to a ComputerThis section describes how to use the supplied UC-E4 USB cable toconnect the camera to a computer. Before connecting the camera,install Nikon Transfer and ViewNX from the supplied SoftwareSuite CD (see the Install Guide for more information). NikonTransfer starts automatically when the camera is connected and isused to copy photographs to the computer, where they can beviewed using ViewNX (Nikon Transfer can also be used to back upphotographs and embed information in photographs as they aretransferred, while ViewNX can be used to sort photographs,convert images to different file formats, process NEF/RAWphotographs, and modify NEF/RAW, TIFF, and JPEG images). Toensure that data transfer is not interrupted, be sure the camerabattery is fully charged. If in doubt, charge the battery before useor use an EH-5a or EH-5 AC adapter (available separately).❚❚ Supported Operating SystemsThe supplied software can be used with computers running thefollowing operating systems:• Windows: Windows Vista Service Pack 1 (32-bit Home Basic/HomePremium/Business/Enterprise/Ultimate) and Windows XPService Pack 3 (Home Edition/Professional)• Macintosh: Mac OS X (version 10.3.9, 10.4.11, or 10.5.6)See the websites listed on page xxiv for the latest information onsupported operating systems.D Connecting CablesBe sure the camera is off when connecting or disconnecting interfacecables. Do not use force or attempt to insert the connectors at an angle.A Camera Control Pro 2Camera Control Pro 2 (available separately; 0 355) can be used tocontrol the camera from a computer. When Camera Control Pro 2 isrunning, “c” will be displayed and the exposure indicator will blink inthe control panel.
