Nikon D3000 User Manual

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Introduction
Thank you for your purchase of a Nikon single-lens reflex (SLR) digital camera. This 
manual takes you through the steps of readying your camera for use, taking pictures, 
and viewing them.
❚❚Symbols and Conventions
To make it easier to find the information you need, the following symbols and 
conventions are used:
Overview
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This icon marks cautions; information that should be read before use to 
prevent damage to the camera.
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This icon marks notes; information that should be read before using the 
camera.
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This icon marks references to other pages in this manual.
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Use Only Nikon Brand Accessories
Only Nikon brand accessories certified by Nikon specifically for use with your Nikon digital 
camera are engineered and proven to operate within its operational and safety 
requirements. T
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WARRANTY
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Servicing the Camera and Accessories
The camera is a precision device and requires regular servicing. Nikon recommends that the 
camera be inspected by the original retailer or a Nikon-authorized service representative 
once every one to two years, and that it be serviced once every three to five years (note that 
fees apply to these services). Frequent inspection and servicing are particularly 
recommended if the camera is used professionally. Any accessories regularly used with the 
camera, such as lenses or optional flash units, should be included when the camera is 
inspected or serviced.
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Before Taking Important Pictures
Before taking pictures on important occasions (such as at weddings or before taking the 
camera on a trip), take a test shot to ensure that the camera is functioning normally. Nikon 
will not be held liable for damages or lost profits that may result from product malfunction.
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Camera Settings
The explanations in this manual assume that default settings are used.