The Nikon RAW Codec is a software module that enables you to handle RAW image files (.NEF: Nikon Electronic Format) under Microsoft Windows Vista with the same ease as JPEG or TIFF images.

Supported Cameras :

• Digital SLR Cameras:
- D1, D1H, D1X, D100, D2H, D2Hs, D2X, D2Xs, D3, D200, D300, D40, D40x, D50, D60, D70, D70s, D80
• Digital Compact Cameras:
- COOLPIX 8800, COOLPIX 8700, COOLPIX 8400, COOLPIX 5700, COOLPIX 5400, COOLPIX 5000

Install Procedure :

- Create a new folder with an appropriate name on your computer's hard drive.
- Save the file to the folder that you created in step 1, and then run it to begin the installation program.
- Next, follow the instructions that will appear on the screen to install the software.

Confirming Operation :

• Microsoft Windows Vista (32-bit)
- Select "Start" > "All Programs" > "Windows Photo Gallery" or "Windows Live Photo Gallery" to start Windows Photo Gallery or Windows Live Photo Gallery.
- Select "Add Folders to Gallery" in the "File" menu and add a folder containing NEF images. A list of thumbnails will be displayed.
- Select and double-click an NEF image in the thumbnail list and confirm that the image is displayed full size.
• Microsoft Windows XP Service Pack 2 (32-bit)
- Select "Start" > "All Programs" > "Windows Live Photo Gallery" to start Windows Live Photo Gallery.
- Select "Add Folders to Gallery" in the "File" menu and add a folder containing NEF images. A list of thumbnails will be displayed.
- Select and double-click an NEF image in the thumbnail list and confirm that the image is displayed full size.

Uninstall Procedure :

- Open the Control Panel from the Start menu.
- Select Add/Remove Programs.
- Choose Nikon RAW Codec from the list of the installed programs and execute to run the uninstaller.
- Next, follow the instructions that will appear on the screen to uninstall the software.

Changes in Nikon RAW Codec 1.4.0 :

- Supports NEF (RAW) images taken with the D700.
- Reflects the effects of optional Picture Controls.
- Reflects the effects ISO sensitivity settings below ISO 200 (LO 0.3–LO 1.0).
- Reflects the effects of the TN-A2 NEF (RAW) color filter in Capture NX.