Chapter 1Quick Setup GuideThis chapter contains the essential information you need to get your NikonD7200 prepped and ready to go. You’ll learn how to use a few of the basiccontrols and features, and how to transfer your photos to your computer. If youwant a more complete map of the functions of your camera, skip ahead toChapter 2. Live view is touched on only briefly in this chapter; if you want tobegin using live view or shoot movies immediately, check out Chapter 6.Pre-Flight ChecklistThe initial setup of your Nikon D7200 is fast and easy. You just need to chargethe battery, learn a few controls, attach a lens, and insert a memory card.Charging the BatteryWhen the battery is inserted into the MH-25a charger properly (it’s impossibleto insert it incorrectly), an orange charge light begins flashing, and remainsflashing until the status lamp glows steadily, indicating that charging is fin-ished, generally within two to three hours. When the battery is charged, slidethe latch on the bottom of the camera and ease the battery in, as shown inFigure 1.1.Figure 1.1Insert the battery inthe camera; it onlyfits one way.