Nikon Coolpix P600 User manual

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Quick Start Guide
Confirming the Package Contents 3
First Steps 6
Shooting and Playback 15
Using ViewNX 2 21
Other Functions 26
For Your Safety 34

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Thank you for purchasing the Nikon COOLPIX P600 digital camera. This guide introduces the
procedures necessary for first time use of this camera.
To ensure proper use, please read and thoroughly understand the information in “For Your Safety”
(A34) before using the camera.
CDownloading the “Reference Manual”
Refer to the Reference Manual (PDF format) for more detailed information.
The Reference Manual can be downloaded from the Nikon website.
The Reference Manual can be viewed using Adobe Reader, available for free download from the Adobe
website.
Nikon User Support
Visit the site below to register your camera and keep up-to-date with the latest product information.
You will find answers to frequently asked questions (FAQs) and can contact us for technical assistance.
http://nikonimglib.com/manual/
http://www.europe-nikon.com/support
An Important Notice about Accessories
Nikon COOLPIX digital cameras are designed to meet the highest standards and are equipped
with complex electronic circuitry. Only Nikon accessories, including chargers, batteries,
charging AC adapters, AC adapters, and cables are certified by Nikon specifically for use with
your Nikon COOLPIX digital camera. These accessories have been engineered and tested to
operate within the requirements of the electronic circuitry of our cameras.

Confirming the Package Contents 3
In the event that any items are missing, please contact the store
where you purchased the camera.
Confirming the Package Contents
COOLPIX P600
Digital Camera
Camera Strap Lens Cap LC-CP29
(with cord)
Rechargeable Li-ion Battery
EN-EL23
Charging AC Adapter
EH-71P*
USB Cable UC-E21
•Quick Start Guide (this guide) •Warranty
* A plug adapter is included if the camera was purchased in a country or
region that requires a plug adapter. The shape of the plug adapter varies
with the country or region of purchase (A10).
NOTE: A Secure Digital (SD) memory card, hereafter referred to as a “memory
card”, is not provided.
A:
This icon indicates that more information is available elsewhere in this guide.

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Parts of the Camera
1Power switch/power-on lamp
2w(function) button
3Mode dial
4Flash
5Shutter-release button
6Zoom control
f: wide-angle
g: telephoto
h: thumbnail playback
i: playback zoom
j: help
7Side zoom control
8m(flash pop-up) button
9Diopter adjustment control
10 Electronic viewfinder
11 x(monitor) button
12 s(display) button
13 b(emovie-record) button
14 Command dial
15 Monitor
16 Charge lamp
Flash lamp
17 c(playback) button
18 d(menu) button
19 l(delete) button
20 k(apply selection) button
21 Rotary multi selector
(multi selector)
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Opening and Adjusting the Angle of the
Monitor
The orientation and tilt of the monitor can be changed. This is useful
when shooting with the camera in a high or a low position, or when
taking self-portraits.
For normal shooting, fold the monitor against the camera body with
the screen facing out (3).
When you are not using or carrying the
camera, fold the monitor against the camera
body with the screen facing inward to
prevent scratches or contamination.
BNotes About the Monitor
When moving the monitor, do not apply excessive force and turn slowly
within the monitor’s adjustable range so that the connection will not be
damaged.

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Step 1 Attaching the Camera Strap and Lens
Cap
Attach the Lens Cap LC-CP29 to the strap, and then attach the strap to the
camera.
BLens Cap
•At times when you are not shooting images, attach the lens cap to the
lens to protect it.
•Do not attach anything other than the lens cap to the lens.
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Attach the strap at two places.

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Step 2 Insert the Battery and the Memory Card
2.1 Open the battery-chamber/memory
card slot cover.
2.2 Insert the battery.
•Push the orange battery latch in the
direction indicated by the arrow (1),
and fully insert the battery (2).
•The battery locks into place when
inserted correctly.
Be Careful to Insert the Battery in Correct
Direction
Inserting the battery upside down or
backwards could damage the camera.
Battery latch

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2.3 Insert the memory card.
•Slide the memory card in until it clicks
into place.
Be Careful to Insert the Memory Card in Correct
Direction
Inserting the memory card upside down or backwards
could damage the camera and the memory card.
2.4 Close the battery-chamber/memory
card slot cover.
Memory card slot

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Removing the Battery and the Memory Card
Turn the camera off and make sure that the power-on lamp and the
monitor have turned off, and then open the battery-chamber/
memory card slot cover.
BHigh Temperature Caution
The camera, battery, and memory card may be hot immediately after using
the camera.
Removing the Battery
•Move the battery latch in the direction
indicated by the arrow (1) to eject the battery
(2).
Removing the Memory Card
•Gently push the memory card into the
camera (1) to partially eject the card (2).

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Step 3 Charge the Battery
3.1 Prepare the included charging AC adapter.
If a plug adapter* is included with your camera, attach the
plug adapter to the plug on the charging AC adapter. Push
the plug adapter firmly until it is securely held in place.
Once the two are connected, attempting to forcibly
remove the plug adapter could damage the product.
*The shape of the plug adapter varies according to the
country or region in which the camera was purchased.
This step can be omitted if the plug adapter comes
permanently bonded to the charging AC adapter.
3.2 Make sure the battery is inserted in the camera, and then connect
the camera to the charging AC adapter in order of 1to 3.
•Keep the camera turned off.
•
Make sure that the plugs are properly oriented. Do not insert or remove
the plugs at an angle when connecting or disconnecting them.
BNotes
Do not use a USB cable other than the UC-E21. Using a USB cable other
than the UC-E21 could result in overheating, fire or electric shock.
•The charge lamp slowly flashes green to indicate that the battery is
charging.
•When charging is complete, the charge lamp stops flashing green
and turns off. About 3 hours are required to charge a fully exhausted
battery.
Charge lamp Electrical outlet
USB cable (included)

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3.3 Disconnect the charging AC adapter from the electrical outlet
and then disconnect the USB cable.
CTurning On the Camera While the Battery is Charging
The camera does not turn on while the charging AC adapter is connected to
it even when you press the power switch. Press and hold the c(playback)
button to turn on the camera in playback mode and play back images.
Shooting is not possible.
Step 4 Turn the Camera On
4.1 Open the monitor and remove the lens cap.
•See “Opening and Adjusting the Angle of the Monitor” (A5) for
more information.
•See “Attaching the Camera Strap and Lens Cap” (A6) for more
information.
4.2 Press the power switch.
•The monitor turns on.
•To turn the camera off, press the
power switch again.
CThe Auto Off Function
•If no operations are performed for a while, the monitor will turn off, the
camera will enter standby mode, and the power-on lamp will flash. If no
operations are performed for another 3 minutes, the camera will turn off
automatically.
•The time that elapses before the camera enters standby mode is about 1
minute. The time can be changed using the Auto off setting in the setup
menu (A30).

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Step 5 Setting the Display Language, Date,
and Time
When the camera is turned on for the first
time, the language-selection screen and the
date and time setting screen for the camera
clock are displayed. Use the rotary multi
selector to select the settings.
•If you exit without setting the date and
time, Owill flash when the shooting screen is displayed.
5.1 Use the multi selector
HI to select the desired
language and press the
kbutton.
Select the item on the
right/Display sub-menu
(apply selection)
Select the item above*
Select the item below* Apply selection
Select the item on the left/
Return display to the
previous screen
Rotary Multi Selector
* Items above or below can also be selected by rotating the rotary multi
selector.
Cancel
Language
Čeština
Dansk
Български
Deutsch
English
Español

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5.2 Select Yes and press the kbutton.
5.3 Select your home time
zone and press the k
button.
•To enable daylight saving
time, press H. When the
daylight saving time
function is enabled, Wis
displayed above the map.
To turn off the daylight saving time function, press I.
5.4 Select the date format and press the
kbutton.
Cancel
No
Yes
set date and time?
Choose time zone and
Time zone and date
London
Casablanca
Back
Date format
Day/Month/Year
Month/Day/Year
Year/Month/Day

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5.5 Set the date and time, and press the
kbutton.
•Select a field: Press JK (changes
between D, M, Y, h, and m).
•Edit the date and time: Press HI.
Date and time can also be changed by
rotating the multi selector or command
dial.
•Confirm the setting: Select the mfield and press the kbutton.
5.6 Select Yes and press the kbutton.
•When settings are finished, the lens
extends and the camera switches to
shooting mode.
CImprinting the Date on Images While Taking Images
After setting the date and time, press the dbutton to display the
z(setup) menu and set Print date setting (A30).
•Use the rotary multi selector to select and set menu options.
•Press the dbutton to exit the menu.
CChanging the Current Date, Time, or Language
Press the dbutton to display the z(setup) menu and set Language or
Time zone and date (A31).
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Date and time
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No
Yes
OK?
Date and time
The next step explains basic shooting operations using A(auto) mode.

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Step 1 Rotate the Mode Dial and Align the A
(auto) Icon to the Mark
Step 2 Check the Battery Level and the Number
of Exposures Remaining
Battery level indicator
Shooting and Playback
Display Description
bThe battery level is high.
BThe battery level is low.
N
Battery exhausted.
The camera cannot capture images.
Recharge the battery.
* When data is recorded to the internal memory, Cis displayed.
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25m 0s
25m 0s
25m 0s
Battery level indicator
Number of
exposures
remaining*

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CMonitor Display
Press the sbutton to switch between showing and hiding the photo
information or shooting information that is displayed in the monitor.
Built-in Flash
In situations where a flash is needed, such
as in dark locations or when the subject is
backlit, press the m(flash pop-up) button
to raise the flash.
•When not using the flash, gently push
to lower the flash until it clicks shut.
Switching Between the Monitor
and Viewfinder (xButton)
You can use the viewfinder when
bright light under the open sky makes it
difficult to see the monitor.
Each press of the xbutton switches
the display between the monitor and
viewfinder.
•When you fold the monitor against
the camera body with the screen
facing inward, the display in the
monitor is switched to the viewfinder.
Diopter Adjustment of the Viewfinder
When the image in the viewfinder is
difficult to see, adjust by rotating the
diopter adjustment control while
looking through the viewfinder.
•Take care not to scratch your eye with
your fingertips or nails.
x(monitor)
button
Viewfinder
Diopter adjustment control

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Step 3 Frame a Picture
3.1 Hold the camera steady.
•Keep fingers and other objects away from the lens, flash, AF-assist
illuminator, microphone, and speaker.
3.2 Frame the picture.
Using the Zoom
•To zoom in closer to the subject: Move
toward g(telephoto)
•To zoom out and view a larger area: Move
toward f(wide-angle)
•Rotating the zoom control all the way in
either direction adjusts the zoom quickly.
•The zoom can also be operated by moving
the side zoom control (A4) toward gor
f.
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25m 0s
25m 0s
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840
25m 0s
Zoom out Zoom in

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Step 4 Focus and shoot
4.1 Press the shutter-release
button halfway.
•When the subject is in focus,
the focus area that includes the
subject or focus indicator
glows green (multiple focus
areas can glow green).
•When you are using digital
zoom, the camera focuses on
the subject in the center of the
frame and the focus area is not
displayed. When the camera
has focused, the focus indicator
glows green.
•If the focus area or focus
indicator flashes red, the
camera is unable to focus. Modify the composition and try pressing
the shutter-release button halfway again.
4.2 Without lifting your finger, press the shutter-release button the
rest of the way down.
The Flash Lamp
The status of the flash can be confirmed by
pressing the shutter-release button halfway.
•On: The flash fires when you press the shutter-
release button all the way down.
•Flashing: The flash is charging. The camera
cannot shoot images.
•Off: The flash does not fire when an image is
taken.
Focus area
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CFocusing
To set focus and exposure (shutter speed and aperture value), press the
shutter-release button halfway.
The focus area varies depending on the shooting mode.
In A(auto) mode, the camera detects the main subject and focuses on it
when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway. If a human face is
detected, the camera automatically sets focus priority on it.
Step 5 Play Back Images
5.1 Press the c(playback)
button.
•If you press and hold down
the c(playback) button
while the camera is turned
off, the camera turns on in
playback mode.
5.2 Use the multi selector to select an
image to display.
•Press and hold down HIJK to scroll
through the images quickly.
•Images can also be selected by rotating
the multi selector.
•To return to shooting mode, press the
cbutton or shutter-release button.
CSwitching the Information in the Monitor
Press the sbutton to switch between showing and hiding the photo
information or shooting information that is displayed in the monitor.
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Display the previous image
Display the next image

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Step 6 Delete Images
6.1 Press the lbutton todelete
the image currently
displayed in the monitor.
6.2 Use the multi selector HI to select
the desired deletion method and
press the kbutton.
•To exit without deleting, press the d
button.
6.3 Select Yes and press the kbutton.
•Deleted images cannot be recovered.
•To cancel, select No and press the k
button.
Step 7 Turn Off the Camera
Press the power switch to turn the camera off.
•When the flash is raised,
gently press the flash down to
lower it.
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All images
Erase selected images
Current image
Delete
No
Yes
Erase 1 image?