Nikon CoolPix S3 User Manual

9
First Steps
4
Charge the battery
The indicator lamp next to the camera monitor
will blink green while the battery charges. During
charging, battery status is shown as follows:
Indicator lamp Description
Blinks Battery charging.
On Battery fully charged.
Flickers
Check that camera is correctly inserted in COOL-STATION. If cam-
era is correctly inserted, battery requires replacement.
About two hours are required to charge a fully depleted battery.
5
Remove the camera from the COOL-STATION
When charging is complete, remove the camera from the COOL-STATION
and unplug the AC adapter.
Removing the Battery from the Camera
Turn the camera off before removing or inserting batteries.
To eject the battery, slide the battery latch in the direction
shown. The battery can then be removed by hand. Note that
the battery may become hot during use; observe due caution
when removing the battery.
EN-EL8 Batteries
Before using the EN-EL8, read and follow the warnings and cautions on pages
ii–iii and 85 of this manual.
The EH-63 AC Adapter
The supplied EH-63 AC adapter can also be connected directly
to the camera as shown at right. Whether connected directly
to the camera or to the MV-11/MV-11B COOL-STATION, the
EH-63 can be used to power the camera or to charge the bat-
tery. Do not, under any circumstances, use another make
or model of AC adapter. Failure to observe this precaution
could result in overheating or in damage to the camera.
When connecting the adapter, be sure the DC plug is in the correct orientation.
Inserting the plug upside down could damage the camera or COOL-STATION.

Nikon CoolPix S3 Specifications

Camera Specifications

effective pixels	6.0 million
CCD	1/2.5-inch type (6.4 million total pixels)
lens	3x Zoom-Nikkor ED; 5.8-17.4mm
LCD monitor	2.5-inch type, 110, 000-dot

Power

power requirements	One Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL8
battery life	Approx. 190 images
AC adapter	EH-63 (supplied)

Weight and Dimensions

dimensions	Approx. 3.5 x 2.3 x 0.8 in. (89.9 x 57.5 x 19.7mm)
weight	Approx. 4.2 oz. (118g) (without battery and memory card)