The Quick Guide: COOLPIX S1100pj PC-PJ Image Transfer outlines how to use the Nikon COOLPIX S1100pj camera’s built-in projector to display your computer screen via a USB connection, rather than just transferring files. The camera requires specialized PC-PJ Transfer software to link your PC or Mac to the hardware.
The specific steps required to configure and run this feature according to the official Nikon PC-PJ Transfer documentation are detailed below. 1. Software Installation
Before plugging in the hardware, you must install the utility software:
Windows: Insert the included software CD, or open the setup files. Follow the on-screen prompts. If prompted, install DirectX 9 and restart your machine.
Mac: Double-click the CD-ROM desktop icon, open the PC-PJ Transfer Installer, and complete the installation wizard. 2. Camera Interface Setup
You must change the internal connection mode of the camera to make it act as a receiver: Turn on your camera.
Tap the bottom tab on the touch monitor to pull up setting controls and choose the Setup Menu (
Locate the Interface settings and change the USB option from MTP/PTP to Projector. Turn off the camera once this setting is applied. 3. Physical Hardware Connection
Plug the small end of the supplied Nikon USB cable into the camera’s multi-connector.
Ensure the orientation is straight; do not force the connection.
Connect the other end directly into a high-power USB port on your computer.
Turn the camera on. The camera’s main touchscreen will remain blank because it has successfully entered projector mode. 4. Running the PC-PJ Application
Windows: Navigate to Start Menu > All Programs > PC-PJ Transfer > click PC-PJ Transfer.
Mac: Open your Applications directory > Nikon Software > PC-PJ Transfer > double-click the PC-PJ Transfer application.
Once the software launches, your computer screen will immediately be projected live from the lens on the front of the camera. Technical Performance Tips
Power Source: Projecting live data drains batteries fast. It is highly recommended to use a fully charged EN-EL12 battery or plug the camera into its dedicated AC adapter.
System Limitations: Older computers with lower memory or CPU performance can experience lower projection framerates or lag during video playback.
Display Resolution: For the sharpest image quality, manually lower your computer’s screen resolution to 1280 × 800 pixels or lower before starting the session.
If you are looking to pull actual JPEG photos or movie files off your camera to save to your hard drive, simply switch the camera’s internal USB setting back to MTP/PTP. This allows you to drag files through Windows File Explorer or use Nikon Transfer 2.
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