Nikon Compact Digital Cameras COOLPIX LCOOLPIX L340 Quick Start Guide English (for customers in Asia, Oceania, the Middle East, and Africa)
Summary
Master your photos with this guide for the Nikon COOLPIX L340 digital camera. This manual provides new users with essential information on basic shooting, playback operations, and menu navigation. Designed for beginner photographers, it helps you get straight into capturing high-quality memories. For advanced learning or expanded features, download the comprehensive Reference Manual and ViewNX 2 software to easily manage, view, and edit your images on a computer.
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DIGITAL CAMERA
Quick Start Guide
Introduction ii Preparing for Shooting Basic Shooting and Playback Operations Using Menus Technical Notes
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DIGITAL CAMERA Quick Start Guide Introduction ii Preparing for Shooting Basic Shooting and Playback Operations Using Menus Technical Notes
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Introduction Read This First To get the most from this Nikon product, be sure to read “For Your Safety” (Avii-ix), and all other instructions thoroughly and keep them where they will be read by all wh...
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Confirming the Package Contents In the event that any items are missing, please contact the store where you purchased the camera. COOLPIX L340 Camera Strap LR6/L40 (AA-size) Digital Camera alkaline ba...
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Information and Precautions Life-Long Learning As part of Nikon’s “Life-Long Learning” commitment to ongoing product support and education, continually updated information is available online at the f...
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About the Manuals No part of the manuals included with this product may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form, by any means...
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Disposing of Data Storage Devices Please note that deleting images or formatting data storage devices such as memory cards or built-in camera memory does not completely erase the original image data. ...
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For Your Safety To prevent damage to your Nikon product or injury to yourself or to others, read the following safety precautions in their entirety before using this equipment. Keep these safety instr...
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Do not leave the product where it will be exposed to extremely high temperatures, such as in an enclosed automobile or in direct sunlight Failure to observe this precaution could cause damage or fire....
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Do not handle the plug or battery charger with wet hands. Failure to observe this precaution could result in electric shock. Do not use with travel converters or adapters designed to convert from one ...
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Notices Notices for Customers in the U.S.A. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Radio Frequency Interference Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Clas...
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Notice for Customers in the State of California WARNING Handling the cord on this product will expose you to lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproduct...
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xii Introduction
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Preparing for Shooting Attaching the Camera Strap and Lens Cap Attach the lens cap to the camera strap, and then attach the strap to the camera. Attach them at two places. Lens Cap When the camera is ...
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Insert the Batteries and Memory Card Memory card slot Hold the camera upside down to prevent the batteries from falling out, confirm that the positive (+) and negative (–) terminals of the batteries a...
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Notes About the Batteries Do not combine old and new batteries or batteries of different makes or types. Batteries with the following defects cannot be used: Batteries with peeling Batteries with insu...
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Turn the Camera On and Set the Display Language, Date, and Time When the camera is turned on for the first time, the language-selection screen and the date and time setting screen for the camera clock...
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Set the date and time, and press Date and t ime the k button. Use JK to select a field and then use HI to set the date and time. Select the minute field and press the button to confirm the setting. Wh...
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Changing the Language or the Date and Time Setting You can change these settings using the Language and Time zone and date settings in the z setup menu (A13). You can enable or disable daylight saving...
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Basic Shooting and Playback Operations Shooting with Scene Auto Selector Mode Hold the camera steady. Keep fingers and other objects away from the lens, flash, AF-assist illuminator, microphone, and s...
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Press the shutter-release button halfway. When the subject is in focus, the focus area or focus indicator is displayed in green. When you are using digital zoom, the camera focuses in the center of th...
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Play Back Images Press the c (playback) button to enter playback mode. If you press and hold down the c button while the camera is turned off, the camera turns on in playback mode. Use the multi selec...
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Delete Images Press the l (delete) button to delete the image currently displayed in the monitor. Use the multi selector HI to select the desired deletion Delete method and press the k button. Current...
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Changing the Shooting Mode The shooting modes described below are available. x Scene auto selector The camera automatically recognizes the shooting scene when you frame a picture, making it easier to ...
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Using the Flash, Self-timer, Etc. When the shooting screen is displayed, you can press the multi selector H (m) (n) I (p) K (o) to set the functions described below. m Flash mode You can select a flas...
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Using Menus You can set the menus listed below by pressing the d (menu) button. A Shooting menu Available by pressing the d button when the shooting screen is displayed. Allows you to change image siz...
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Select a menu icon and Set up Time zone and date press the k button. Monitor sett ings The menu options become Date stamp selectable. Vibrat ion reduc ion AF ass ist Sound sett ings Select a menu opti...
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Technical Notes Caring for the Product Observe the precautions described below in addition to the warnings in “For Your Safety” (Avii–ix) when using or storing the device. The Camera Do Not Apply Stro...
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Notes About the Monitor Monitors and electronic viewfinders are constructed with extremely high precision; at least 99.99% of pixels are effective, with no more than 0.01% being missing or defective. ...
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Notes About Rechargeable Ni-MH Batteries If you repeatedly charge rechargeable Ni-MH batteries while they still have some charge remaining, the message Battery exhausted. may be displayed prematurely ...
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Cleaning and Storage Cleaning Do not use alcohol, thinner, or other volatile chemicals. Avoid touching glass parts with your fingers. Remove dust or lint with a blower (typically a small device with a...
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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. Also, refer to the Refe...
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Approved Memory Cards The following Secure Digital (SD) memory cards have been tested and approved for use in this camera. Memory cards with an SD Speed Class rating of 6 or faster are recommended for...
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AVC Patent Portfolio License This product is licensed under the AVC Patent Portfolio License for the personal and non-commercial use of a consumer to (i) encode video in compliance with the AVC standa...
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Technical Notes
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No reproduction in any form of this manual, in whole or in part (except for brief quotation in critical articles or reviews), may be made without written authorization from NIKON CORPORA- TION. CT5E02...
Manual Details
| Brand | Nikon |
|---|---|
| Pages | 36 |
| File Size | 2.68 MB |
| Published | May 27, 2026 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use non-Nikon brand electronic accessories with this camera?
No, you must only use Nikon brand electronic accessories that are certified by Nikon for safety and proper operation. Using non-Nikon items could damage the camera or void your warranty.
What should I do before taking critical pictures or on a trip?
Always take a test shot beforehand to ensure that the camera is functioning normally, as the manufacturer cannot be held liable for potential product malfunctions.
Is a memory card included when I purchase the camera?
No, the package contents indicate that a memory card (SD, SDHC, or SDXC) is not included with the camera.
How can I view and edit my captured images on my personal computer?
You should download ViewNX 2 from the Nikon website; this free software enables you to transfer images and movies for viewing, editing, or sharing purposes.