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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.
Power, Display, Settings Issues
Troubleshooting
Problem
Cause/Solution
A
The camera is on
but does not
respond.
•
Wait for recording to end.
•
If the problem persists, turn the camera off.
If the camera does not turn off, press the reset button
(
2) with a sharp-pointed object.
Note that although any data currently being recorded will
be lost, data that have already been recorded will not be
affected by removing or disconnecting the power source.
–
The camera
cannot be turned
on.
The battery is exhausted.
The camera turns
off without
warning.
•
The camera automatically turns off to save power (auto off
function).
•
The camera and battery may not work properly at low
temperatures.
•
The inside of the camera has become hot. Leave the
camera off until the inside of the camera has cooled, and
then try turning it on again.
–
The monitor is
blank.
•
The camera is off.
•
The battery is exhausted.
•
The camera is connected to a computer.
•
Time-lapse movie shooting is in progress.
19
19
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The camera
becomes hot.
The camera may become hot when used for an extended
period of time such as to shoot movies, or when used in a hot
environment; this is not a malfunction.
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