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Appendix
Autofocus does
not work.
The subject is
difficult to focus
on.
v cannot work well for low-
contrast objects (the sky, white
walls, etc.), dark colors,
intricate designs, rapidly-
moving objects or scenery shot
through a window or a net-like
pattern.
Lock focus on another object
located at the same distance as
your subject, then aim at the
target and take a picture.
Alternatively, use w.
The subject is too
close.
Move away from the subject
and take a picture.
The focus cannot
be locked.
AF Mode of Live
View is set to f.
Set [Contrast AF] to e, g,
h, or i. (p.57)
The built-in flash
does not
discharge.
The flash mode is
set to A or B.
When the flash mode is set to
A or B, the flash does not
discharge if the subject is
bright.
Change the flash mode. (p.53)
The camera is not
recognized when it
is connected to a
computer.
The USB
connection mode
is set to [PTP].
Set [USB Connection] to [MSC]
in the D2 menu.
Dust or dirt
particles appear in
images.
The CMOS sensor
is dirty or dusty.
Activate [Dust Removal] from
the D4 menu. The Dust
Removal function can be
activated every time the camera
is turned on and off.
Refer to “Sensor Cleaning”
(p.120) if the problem persists.
Problem Cause Remedy
There are visible
defects in a
captured image, or
parts in the display
monitor that do not
light up or remain
lit.
There are
defective pixels in
the CMOS sensor.
Activate [Pixel Mapping] from
the D4 menu.
It takes about 30 seconds to
correct the defective pixels, so
be sure to install a fully charged
battery.
Problem Cause Remedy
