20 Most Recent Nikon D70s Digital Camera - Page 9 Questions & Answers

Having gone over a month without a response, I assume this is no longer an issue.

Press the Shooting Mode button (just to the left of the viewfinder, marked with overlapping rectangles) and rotate the command dial until the self-timer icon (sort of like a one-handed clock) is displayed in the control panel.

Frame the photograph and focus.

For best results, cover the viewfinder.

Press the shutter release button all the way down to start the self-timer.

You can cancel the self-timer by selecting another shooting mode, or by turning off the camera.

Custom Settings #24 lets you change the delay to 2, 5, 10, or 20 seconds.

Having gone over a month without a response, I assume this is no longer a problem.

Picture Project is rather old and has been superceded by Nikon Transfer and Nikon ViewNX. You can download the current versions of all Nikon free software from http://support.nikontech.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/61

If you lost the manual for this camera can be downloaded from Nikon directly <a href="http://www.nikonusa.com/pdf/manuals/dslr/D70S_en.pdf" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">here</a>. The error message is discussed in detail on page 200. The CHR error you're seeing has to do with the memory card. It may be a simple as: it has no more free space to record more photos, or the card may not be formatted, or is damaged. Consult the manual for more tips and worst case, try replacing the card with a new one. Format it and try again. Good luck!

Nikon offers its software for download at their <a href="http://support.nikontech.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/61">official site</a>. Some of it is free - like the "Nikon Transfer" program you're looking for. Many of the others programs are the "try before you buy" type that allows you experiment for 30 - 60 days to see if it's a good fit for you first.

You could also purchase a simple card reader that connects to your computer via USB port. This way, you would simply remove the memory card from the camera and insert it into the reader. You computer would see the card as an additional drive. No camera or battery power required. Many times that card reader will read (and write) much faster than if done in the camera.

I hope this was very helpful - and good luck!

There is nothing wrong with your camera. What you are seeing are the blown-out highlights. Those are the portions of your image that have been overexposed so completely that they have lost all detail and will show up as pure white. In most cases the proper fix is to reduce exposure to bring back the detail.

If you simply don't want to see the "blinkies", press up/down on the multiselector repeatedly to cycle through the different views of your images.

I assume this is no longer an issue, given that more than a month has gone by without a response to my query.

If they are located different distances from the camera, align the point of focus on the individual you want in focus. You can increase the the range of focus somewhat by changing the f-stop value to a higher number (like f 22). This could bring objects in a wide range of distances- say 20 feet to infinity - into focus. With a lower value f-stop (f 3.5 for example), the range of focus will be much smaller, say 20 feet to 30 feet. You'll have to take the camera out of AUTO and set to A or Aperture mode to do this though. Good luck!

Having gone over a month without a response, I assume this is no longer a problem.

This is usually an age-related issue caused partially by poor design/assembly of an internal ribbon cable which connects the CF card plug within the memory card slot to the camera. However, the code also indicates either a poor memory card or a poorly seated one, so before looking at more serious causes try giving your CF card a wiggle and also try another CF card to see if there's any improvement.

You have two choices:return the camera to Nikon for repair (usually it's a fixed fee repair and far less than the cost of camera replacement) or you can do it yourself if you're familiar with general simple electronic repair principles such as knowing to wear an anti-static wrist strap. If you make a real hash of the DIY attempt, then Nikon may either charge more than the standard fee or will refuse to attempt a repair and will charge you for the investigative work only and to ship the camera back to you.

There's a Japanese website which shows how to repair the internal hardware problem, the pictures are clear but it's not much use if you cannot read Japanese. If you click here you'll be taken to the original website, and if you click here you should be taken to a Google translated version. You may need to view the link using the FireFox browser with the FoxLingo translation add-on (all at no cost).

Note that the ribbon connector in the pictures may be one of two types. One of them unlocks the ribbon by sliding a couple of catches on either side, the other works by flipping a broad section across the top upwards. Once the cable is unlocked you can remove it and then squarely replace it again locking it back into position. Often this action alone will fix the fault. The sixth picture (single red arrow with Japanese text) points to a foam block which is supposed to cushion the cable and isolate it from strain. Sometimes it's too tight and slowly pulls the cable out of it's seating, sometimes it's too loose and allows the cable to flex a bit every time a CF card is removed or replaced and other times it's broken down into a sticky corrosive goo. Note that sometimes you'll find that the ribbon cable has cracked and broken one or more of the electronic tracks. If this is the case then you'll need to order spare parts and will need to disassemble your camera further to fit them. Nikon will usually include this within the fixed fee repair if found to be necessary.

No. And in general, you're better off doing the B&W conversion in software on a computer, as you get more control over brightness, contrast, etc than you would in a camera. However, it is more of a pain when you just want some B&W pics in a hurry.

Hello. I have a Nikon and it is a great camera. here is the owner manual for your D70. Go to page 105 and 106 to use the self timer.

http://www.nikonusa.com/pdf/manuals/dslr/D70_en.pdf

please rate my answer as very helpful. thanks, Joe

Firstly you should use your card reader to offload the pictures onto your computer. If you don't have a card reader then you can pick them up brand new for around $20. These readers can stay connected to your computer via a USB socket and the card can be used through it instead of connecting your camera to the computer all the time.

Back to your cards. When you have loaded the pictures onto your computer then worry about the used card otherwise don't touch it.

Tell me why you want to format the cards? There is no reason to do this unless you are having problems with them. A card doesn't need formatting, you just delete the pictures on the card and it's ready to go.
Remember this important tip. NEVER format your card with your computer. When your camera formats the card it writes folders and other files to the card. Something your computer won't do. Using your computer will make the card unuseable in the camera.
If you insist or have good reason to format your card in your camera ensure the write inhibit isn't activated. Meaning that on your card is a small tab which if in the safe position it will stop it being formatted or having it's pictures removed. I've seen this done by "friends" to a card and the poor owner thinks his camera is broken.

If by chance your camera is telling you to format your card then it would be a large coincidence that you would have 2 faulty cards and possibly there is a fault within your camera. Does your camera take pictures correctly? Can you see those pictures rcorded to your card after you've taken them? Or does your camera just tell you to format your card and won't allow you to take any photos?

If you can find someone with a similar camera, ask if they can format your card and see if it works in yours then. The local camera shop may be able to help you with the format. OR see if a friend has a card you can try in your camera and see if your camera tells you it needs formatting. If it does then it sounds as if there's a fault in your camera and the cards are OK. If this is the case then it needs looking at by a qualified camera repairman. If you have further questions write back and see if we can sort things out.

By the way by running through your options menu on you camera you will find a heading for Format card. Follow it's instructions and see if that solves your problem. But remember not to use your card with photos as you will lose them. Just ensure the battery is fully charged and in good condition prior to formatting the card. A power failure during formatting will damage the card for good. Also Never remove the card whilst it's being written to. This will also damage the card. Let me know if you aren't sure of anything I've written.

Easiest way to do it is to get a separate card reader and use it to transfer the pics to a folder you create on your desktop.

Does your camera use a compact flash card? I've heard that some Nikon cameras have a problem with the flash card draining power when not in use. Try removing the card when not using and see if the battery lasts longer.

Depending on where the flam was it could have been either the flash power circuit or it could have been the battery shorting out. For you to see flames that would mean a lot of energy and those are the only things that have enough to cause this.

I would consider contacting nikon support. If you have warrenty they will definitly fix this. And I would suspect they might want to see what went wrong so you might get offered a replacement. No garrantee of that but it has happened before.

From the lack of a response, I'm assuming the aperture lock did the job.

Hi David,
The D70 has a setting on the timer, and the explanation can also be found in your manual on page 105.
Steps:
1. go to your "Custom Setting" menu (looks like a pencil) and go down to item 24, "Self-Timer." Select the number of seconds delay you desire.
2. Press the "Format" button and rotate the main dial until you see a small clock symbol on the Control Panel.

3. The camera is now ready for delayed shutter. Don't forget to set the "Format" back to S for single shooting afterwards.


Hope this helps,

Andrew

the camera is provided with a battary charger,take out the battary from the camera put it in the given charger,charge it till u get green light,then try.