Nikon CoolPix P6000 User manual

Nikon
DIGITAL CAMERA
COOLPIX P6000
User's Manual

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Movies
Technical Notes
Introduction
Shooting, Playback and Setup Menus
Uploading Pictures to the my Picturetown Server
(Picture Bank)
Basic
Photography and Playback: Auto Mode
"Voice Recordings
~ Using the GPS
MENU
Connecting to Televisions, Computers and Printers
Shoot pictures using P, S, A and M
SCENE Shooting Suited for the Scene
[E More on Playback
First Steps
I

To prevent damage to your Nikon product or injury to yourselfor to others, read
the following safety precautions in their entirety before using this equipment.
Keep these safety instructions where all those who use the product will read them.
The consequences that could result from failure to observe the precautions listed
in this section
are indicated by the following symbol:
WARNINGS
II
Lh. Turn off in the event of
malfunction
Should you notice smoke or an unusual
smell coming from the camera or
AC
adapter, unplug the AC adapter and
remove the battery immediately, taking
care
to avoid burns. Continued
operation could result
in injury. After
removing or disconnecting the power
source, take the equipment
to aNikon-
authorized service representative for
inspection.
Lh. Do not disassemble
Touching the internal parts of the
camera or
AC adapter could result in
injury. Repairs should be performed
only by qualified technicians. Should
the camera or
AC adapter break open
as the result of afall or other accident,
take the product
to aNikon-authorized
service representative for inspection,
after unplugging the product and/or
removing the battery.
Lh. Do not use the camera or AC
adapter in the presence of
flammable gas
Do not use electronic equipment in the
presence
of flammable gas, as this
could result in explosion or fire.
Lh. Do not look at the sun through
the viewfinder
Viewing the sun or other strong light
source through the viewfinder could
cause permanent visual impairment.
~ Handle the camera strap with
care
Never place the strap around the neck
of an infant or child.
~ Keep out of reach of children
Particular care should be taken to
prevent infants from putting the
battery or other small parts into their
mouths.

~ Observe the following precautions
when handling the battery
The battery may leak or explode if
improperly handled. Observe the
following precautions when handling
the battery for
use in this product:
•Before replacing the battery, turn
the
product off. Ifyou are using the AC
adapter, be sure it is unplugged.
•
Use only aRechargeable Li-ion
Battery
EN-EL5 (supplied). Charge the
battery inserting it
into the camera
and connecting the
AC Adapter EH-
66 (supplied).
•When inserting
the battery, do not
attempt to insert it upside down or
backwards.
•Do
not short or disassemble the
battery or
attempt to remove or
break
the battery insulation or casing.
•Do
not expose the battery to flames
or
to excessive heat.
•Do
not immerse in or expose to
water.
•Replace the terminal cover when
transporting the battery. Do
not
transport or store with metal objects
such
as necklaces or hairpins.
•The battery
is prone to leakage when
fully discharged.
To avoid damage to
the product, be sure to remove the
battery when no charge remains.
•Discontinue
use immediately should
you notice any change
in the battery,
such
as discoloration or deformation.
•If liquid from the damaged battery
comes in contact
with clothing or
skin, rinse immediately with plenty of
water.
FotYour Safety
~ Observe the following precautions
when handling the AC adapter
• Keep dry. Failure to observe this
precaution could result
in fire or
electric shock.
•Dust on ornear the metal parts
of the
plug should be removed with adry
cloth. Continued
use could result in
fire.
•Do
not handle the power cable or go
near the AC adapter during lightning
storms. Failure
to observe this
precaution could result
in electric
shock.
• 00 not damage, modify, forcibly tug
or bend the power cable, place it
under heavy objects, or expose it
to
heat or flames. Should the insulation
be damaged and the wires become
exposed, take it
to aNikon-
authorized service representative for
inspection. Failure
to observe these
precautions could result in fire or
electric shock.
• 00 not handle the plug or AC
adapter with wet hands. Failure to
observe this precaution could result
in electric shock.
• 00 not use with travel converters or
adapters designed
to convert from
one voltage
to another or with DC-
to-AC inverters. Failure to observe
this precaution could damage the
product or result in overheating or
fire.
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IV
For Your Safety
~ Use appropriate cables
When connecting cables to the input
and output jacks, use only the cables
provided or sold by Nikon for the
purpose, to maintain compliance
with
product regulations.
~ Handle moving parts with care
Be careful that your fingers or other
objects
are not pinched by the lens
cover or other moving parts.
~ CD-ROMs
The CD-ROMs supplied with this device
should
not be played back on audio CD
equipment. Playing CD-ROMs on an
audio CD player could cause hearing
loss or damage the equipment.
~ Observe caution when using
the flash
Using the flash close to your subject's
eyes could cause temporary visual
impairment. Particular care should be
observed
if photographing infants,
when the flash should be no
less than
1m (3 ft. 4 in.) from the subject.
~ Do not operate the flash with
the flash window touching a
person or object
Failure to observe this precaution could
result
in burns or fire.
~ Avoid contact with liquid
crystal
Should the monitor break, care should
be taken
to avoid injury caused by
broken glass and
to prevent liquid
crystal from the
monitor touching the
skin or entering the eyes or mouth.
~ Turn the power off when using
inside an airplane or the
hospital
Turn the power off while inside the
airplane during take
off or landing. Set
Record GPS Data in the GPS mode to
Off as well. Follow the instructions of
the hospital when using while in a
hospital. The electromagnetic waves
given
out by this camera may disrupt
the electronic systems
of the airplane or
the instruments
of the hospital.

Notice for Customers in the
U.S.A.
Federal Communications
Commission
(FCC) Radio
Frequency Interference
Statement
This equipment has been tested and
found
to comply with the limits for a
Class Bdigital device, pursuant to Part
15 of the FCC rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference
in aresidential installation. This
equipment generates, uses, and can
radiate radio frequency energy and,
if
not installed and used in accordance
with the instructions, may cause
harmful interference
to radio
communications. However, there
is no
guarantee
that interference will not
occur in aparticular installation. Ifthis
equipment does cause harmful
interference
to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by
turning the
equipment off and on, the
user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more
of the
following measures:
•Reorient or relocate the receiving
antenna.
•Increase the separation between
the
equipment and receiver.
•Connect the
equipment into an
outlet on acircuit different from that
to which the receiver is connected.
•Consult the dealer or
an experienced
radio/television technician for help.
Nikon
COOLPIX P6000
CAUTIONS
Modifications
The FCC requires the user to be notified
that any changes or modifications
made
to this device that are not
expressly approved by Nikon
Corporation may void the user's
authority
to operate the equipment.
Interface Cables
Use the interface cables sold or
provided by Nikon for your equipment.
Using other interface cables may
exceed the limits
of Class B Part 15 of
the FCC rules.
Noticefor customers in the State of
California
WARNING
Handling the cord on this product will
expose you
to lead, achemical known
to the State of California to cause birth
defects or other reproductive harm.
Wash handsafterhandling.
Nikon Inc.,
1300 Walt Whitman Road,
Melville, New York 11747-3064
USA
Tel: [phone]
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VI
Notices
Notice for customers in Canada
CAUTION
This Class Bdigital apparatus complies
with Canadian ICES-003.
ATTENTION
Cet appareil numerique de la c1asse B
est conforme a
la norme NMB-003 du
Canada.
Notice for customers in Europe
This symbol indicates that this
product is to be collected 'Q/
separately. A
The following apply only to
users in European countries:
•This
product is designated for
separate collection at
an appropriate
collection point. Do
not dispose of as
household waste.
•For more information, contact the
retailer or the local authorities in
charge
of waste management.

For Your Safety ii
WARNINGS : ii
Notices v
Introduction 1
About This Manual 1
Information and Precautions 2
Parts
of the Camera 6
The Camera Body 6.
The Monitor 8
Basic Operations 10
The Mode dial 10
The Command Dial and Fn (FUNC) Button 11
The Multi Selector 12
The MENU Button 13
Switching Between Tabs 13
The 101 (Monitor) Button 14
The ~ (My Menu) button 15
Help Displays 15
Attaching the Camera Strap 15
First Steps 16
Inserting
the Battery 16
Removing the Battery 17
Turning On and Off the Camera 17
Charging the Battery 18
Setting Display Language, Date and Time 20
Insert
the Memory Card 22
Removing Memory Cards 22
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oBasic Photography and Playback: Auto Mode 24
Step 1Turn the Camera On and Select 0(Auto) Mode 24
Indicators Displayed in 0(Auto) Mode 25
Step 2Frame aPicture 26
Using the Viewfinder 26
Using the Zoom 27
Step 3 Focus and Shoot 28
Step 4Viewing and Deleting Pictures 30
Viewing Pictures (Playback Mode) 30
Deleting Pictures 30
Using the Flash · 32
Available Flash Modes 32
Setting the Flash Mode 33
Shooting with the Self-timer/Remote Control .35
Shooting with the Self-timer 35
Shooting with Remote Control 36
Choosing a Focus Mode 37
Setting the Focus Mode 38
Using Manual Focus 39
Exposure Compensation 40
SCENE Shooting Suited for the Scene 41
Shooting in the Scene Mode 41
Setting the Scene Mode 41
Features 42
Shooting Pictures for aPanorama 48
Shoot pictures using P, 8, A and M50
p, 8, A, Mmode 50
P(Programmed Auto) Mode 52
S(Shutter-Priority Auto) Mode 53
A(Aperture-Priority Auto) Mode 54
M(Manual) Mode 55
Active D-Lighting 57
To use Active D-Lighting 57
Using Utu2(User Setting Mode) 58
Register the Settings in U1 or U258
Resetting Registered Settings 59

~ Using the GPS 60
Recording Positional Information to Pictures 60
Changing GPS Settings (GPS Menu) 63
Valid Storage Period 63
Update GPS Data 63
Synchronize 64
~ More on Playback 65
Viewing Multiple Pictures: Thumbnail Playback 65
Taking aCloser Look: Playback Zoom
66
Editing Pictures 67
Enhancing Brightness and Contrast: D-Lighting 68
Crop Picture 69
Resizing Pictures: Small Picture 70
Adding Black Frame on Pictures: Black Border 71
RAW Processing Using the Camera: NRW (RAW) Processing 72
Voice Memos: Recording and Playback 74
Recording Voice Memos 74
Playing Voice
Memos 74
Deleting Voice
Memos 74
Viewing Pictures by Date 75
Selecting aDate in Calendar
Mode 75
Selecting aDate in List by Date Mode 76
Using Calendar
Mode and List by Date Mode 77
Calendar and List by Date Menus 78
I'll Movies 79
Recording Movies 79
The Movie
Menu 80
Selecting Movie
Options 80
Autofocus
Mode 81
Time-Lapse Movies 82
Movie Playback
84
Deleting Movie Files 84
"Voice Recordings
85
Making Voice Recordings 85
Playing Voice Recordings 87
Deleting Sound
Files 88
Copying Voice Recordings
89
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Connecting to Televisions, Computers and Printers 90
Con necti ng to aTV 90
Connecting to a Computer 91
Before Connecting the Camera 91
Transferring Pictures from the Camera to aComputer 92
Connecting to aPrinter 95
Connecting the Camera and Printer 96
Printing Pictures One at aTime 97
Printing Multiple Pictures 98
Creating aDPOF Print Order: Print Set 101
oi Uploading Pictures to the my Picturetown Server (Picture Bank) 1 03
LAN Features and my Picturetown 103
my Picturetown 103
Picture Bank 103
my Picturetown Setup Workflow 104
First Steps
105
Confirming LAN Connection 105
Ready Information Required for LAN Connection 1 05
Settings from the Camera 107
Basic Operation of the Network Settings 1 07
Configuring aNetwork Profile 109
Entering
my Picturetown User Information 11 0
Protecting
LAN Information Stored in the Camera 111
Registering with my Picturetown 114
Registering aCamera
with my Picturetown 116
Using Picture Bank 117
Uploading
All Pictures at Once 117
Uploading Selected Pictures 118
Viewing Pictures on the my Picturetown Server 120

MENU Shooting, Playback and Setup Menus 121
Shooting Options: The Shooting
Menu 121
Displaying the Shooting Menu 123
:t: Image Quality 124
iiJllmage Size 126
~ Picture Control (COOLPIX Picture Control) 129
~ Custom Picture Control (COOLPIX Custom Picture Control) 134
WB White Balance 136
ISO ISO Sensitivity 138
lS1 Metering 139
QContinuous 140
HKT Auto Bracketing 143
Eti AF Area Mode 144
t)(l Autofocus mode 146
BJ Flash Exp. Compo 147
~ Flash Control 147
NR Noise Reduction 148
=Distortion Control 148
WI Wide-angle Converter 149
Restrictions on Camera Settings 150
Playback Options: The Playback
Menu 153
Displaying
the Playback Menu 153
~ Slide Show 155
1ii1 Delete 156
0.. Protect. 156
51 Rotate Image 157
~ Hide Image 157
C-£I Copy 158
Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu 159
Displaying
the Setup Menu 160
IPI Welcome Screen 161
eDate 162
101 Brightness 165
III Date Imprint 165
VA Vibration Reduction 167
:It AF Assist 168
~ Digital Zoom 168
-4'» Sound Settings 169
e> Auto Off 169
db/LJ Format Memory/Format Card 170
'- Language 171
MVideo Mode 171
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(I FUNC Button 172
~ Customize My Menu 173
I!I Reset All 174
Ue[ Firmware Version 176
Technical Notes 177
Optional Accessories 177
Approved
Memory Cards 178
Wide-angle Converter 179
Using Optional Speedlights (External Flash) 180
Image/Sound File and Folder Names 181
Caring for the Camera 182
Cleaning 183
Storage 184
Error Messages 185
Troubleshooting 190
Specifications 197
Supported Standards 200
Index 201

Thank you for your purchase of aNikon COOLPIX P6000 digital camera. This
manual
was written to help you enjoy shooting with your Nikon digital camera.
Read this manual thoroughly before use, and keep it where all those who use the
product will read
it.
Symbols and Conventions
To make it easier to find the information you need, the following symbols and
conventions
are used:
Notations
• A Secure Digital (SD) memory card is referred to as a"memory card."
•The setting at the
time of purchase is referred to as the "default setting."
•The names
of menu items displayed in the camera monitor, and the names of
buttons or messages displayed in the computer monitor are indicated in bold.
Screen Samples
In this manual, images are sometimes omitted from monitor display samples so
that monitor indicators can be more clearly shown.
Illustrations and Screen Display
Illustrations and text displays shown in this manual may differ from actual display.
ra Internal Memory and Memory Cards
Pictures taken with this camera can be stored in the camera's internal memory or on removable
memory cards. If amemory card
is inserted, all new pictures will be stored on the memory card and
delete, playback and format operations will apply only
to the pictures on the memory card. The
memory card must be removed before the internal memory can be formatted or used to store,
delete or view pictures.
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Life-Long Learning
As part of Nikon's "Life-Long Learning" commitment to ongoing product support and education,
continually updated information
is available online at the following sites:
• For users in the u.s.A.: http://wwwnikonuso.com/
• For users in Europe and Africa: http://wwweurope-nikon.com/support/
•For users in Asia, Oceania, and the Middle East: http://wwwnikon-osio.com/
Visit these sites to keep up-to-date with the latest product information, tips, answers to frequently
asked questions (FAOs), and general advice on digital imaging and photography. Additional
information may be available from
the Nikon representative in your area. See the URL below for
contact information:
http://imoging.nikon.com/
Use Only Nikon Brand Electronic Accessories
Nikon COOLPIX cameras are designed to the highest standards and include complex electronic
circuitry. Only Nikon brand electronic accessories (including battery chargers, batteries,
AC adapters,
and flash accessories) certified by Nikon specifically for use
with this Nikon digital camera are
engineered and proven to operate within the operational and safety requirements of this electronic
cirCUitry.
THE
USE OF NON-NIKON ELECTRONIC ACCESSORIES COULD DAMAGE THE CAMERA AND MAY
VOID YOUR NIKON WARRANTY.
For more information about Nikon brand accessories, contact alocal authorized Nikon dealer.
Holographic seal: Identifies this
device as an authentic Nikon product. Nlkon
LllltlllMlO
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IN llOOhl
Rechargeable Li-ion
Battery
EN-EL5
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Before Taking Important Pictures
Before taking pictures on important occasions (such as at weddings or before taking the camera on
atrip), take atest shot
to ensure that the camera is functioning normally. Nikon will not be held liable
for damages or lost profits that may result from
product malfunction.
About the Manuals
•No part of the manuals included with this product may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed,
stored in aretrieval system, or translated
into any language in any form, by any means, without
Nikon's prior written permission.
•Nikon reserves
the right to change the specifications of the hardware and software described in
these manuals at any
time and without prior notice.
•Nikon will
not be held liable for any damages resulting from the use of this product.
•While every effort was made
to ensure that the information in these manuals is accurate and
complete, we
would appreciate it were you to bring any errors or omissions to the attention of the
Nikon representative in your area (address proVided separately).

Information and Precautions
Notice Concerning Prohibition of Copying or Reproduction
Note that simply being in possession of material that was digitally copied or reproduced by means
of ascanner, digital camera or other device may be punishable by law.
•Items prohibited by lawfrom being copied or reproduced
Do not copy or reproduce paper money, coins, securities, government bonds or local government
bonds, even if such copies or reproductions are stamped "Sample." The copying or reproduction
of paper money, coins, or securities which are circulated in aforeign country is prOhibited. Unless
the prior permission of the government was obtained, the copying or reproduction of unused
postage stamps or post cards issued by the
government is prohibited. The copying or
reproduction
of stamps issued by the government and of certified documents stipulated by law is
prohibited.
•Cautions on certain copies and reproductions
The government has issued cautions on copies or reproductions of securities issued by private
companies
(shares, bills, checks, gift certificates, etc.), commuter passes or coupon tickets, except
when a
minimum of necessary copies are to be provided for business use by acompany. Also, do
not copy or reproduce passports issued by the government, licenses issued by public agencies
and private groups,
10 cards and tickets, such as passes and meal coupons.
•Comply with copyright notices
The copying or reproduction of copyrighted creative works such as books, music, paintings,
woodcut prints, maps, draWings, movies and photographs is governed by national and
international copyright laws. Do
not use this product for the purpose of making illegal copies or to
infringe copyright laws.
Disposing of Data Storage Devices
Please note that deleting images or formatting data storage devices such as memory cards or built-
in camera memory does not completely erase the original image data. Deleted files can sometimes
be recovered from discarded storage devices using commercially available software, potentially
resulting
in the malicious use of personal image data. Ensuring the privacy of such data is the user's
responsibility.
Before discarding adata storage device or transferring ownership
to another person, erase all data
using commercial deletion software, or format the device and then completely refill it
with images
containing no private information (for example, pictures
of empty sky). Be sure to also replace any
pictures selected for the welcome screen (tI!161).
Care should be taken to avoid injury or damage to
property when physically destroying data storage devices.
Reset the network setting stored in the camera (~113).
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Information and Precautions
Note the following important points before using this product's LAN features.
Personal Information Management and Disclaimer
• User information registered and configured with the product, including network connection
settings and other personal information,
is susceptible to alteration and loss resulting from
operational error, static electricity, accident, malfunction, repair or other handling. Always keep
separate copies
of important information. Nikon is not responsible for any direct or indirect
damages or lost profits resulting from alteration or
loss of content that is not attributable to Nikon.
•Before discarding this
product or transferring it to another owner, it is recommended that you
apply the
Reset option (~113) in the camera's network setting menu, to delete all user information
registered and configured
with the product, including network connection settings and other
personal information.
•Nikon
is not responsible for any damages stemming from unauthorized use of e-mail addresses
stored in the camera resulting from
theft of the product.
Precautions and Limitations when Using the LAN Features
•Connection to a network for the services (hereinafter referred to as Services) using the camera's
LAN features is not guaranteed or supported outside the United States, Hong Kong, Singapore,
Korea, Taiwan, Germany, France, and Sweden. Nikon is not responsible for any direct or indirect
damages or lost profits resulting from any connection made at your
own risk.
•Nikon makes no guarantees whatsoever concerning the ability of these Services to store or
safeguard images. Be sure to maintain separate back-up copies of all important images. Nikon is
not responsible for any direct or indirect damages or lost profits resulting from alteration or loss of
content that is not attributable to Nikon.
•Your
use of the Services is completely at your own risk and Nikon accepts no responsibility on your
behalf.
•
By using the Services, you agree not to upload, post, e-mail or otherwise transmit or communicate
any material through the Services that is obscene, pornographic, unlawful,threatening,an invasion
of any privacy or publicity rights of any party, defamatory, libelous, illegal or otherwise
objectionable, or infringes on any copyright, trademark or other intellectual property or
contractual right
of any party.
•
You hereby irrevocably and unconditionally waive, discharge and release Nikon, its affiliates and
subsidiaries, and their respective officers, directors, employees, agents, legal representatives, and
successors ("Nikon Parties") from and against any and
all claims by or against you related to any
material you post, e-mail or otherwise transmit or communicate
through the Services.
•Furthermore, you agree
to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the Nikon Parties from and
against any claims, damages, liabilities, costs and expenses (including reasonable attorney' and
professionals'
fees and litigation costs) related to any material you post, e-mail or otherwise
transmit or communicate
through the Services.

• You understand that (i) your right to use the Services may be terminated by Nikon and/or (ii) the
materials you post, e-mail or otherwise transmit or communicate through the Services may be
deleted or removed by Nikon in
the event you breach the foregoing, or any other terms and
conditions
that Nikon may require in connection with your use of the Services.
•These Services
are subject to change, suspension, or termination without notice.
•
Be sure to read Nikon's "Privacy Management Policy" located at the following URL: http://
www.nikon.co.jp/main/eng/privacy/index.htm
•Ifyou
are in Europe, click on your country of residence at the follOWing URL and follow the link
<privacy policy>:
http://www.europe-nikon.com/support/
• You can visit the my Picturetown Website at the following URL: http://mypicturetown.com/
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The Camera Body
Built-in flash raised
7
6
Lens cover closed
5
123 4
13 14 lS 16 17 18 19
• Command dial 11
II Power switch/Power-on lamp 17, 169
II Mode dial. 10
aViewfinder 26
II Accessory Shoe Cover BS- 1180
aAccessory shoe 180
II Built-in flash 32
II Sh utter-release button 28
II Eyelet for camera strap (x2) 15
iii Connector cover 18, 90,92,96
III DC input connector 18,117
II Cable connector 90,92,96
Zoom control 27
W: Wide 27
T :Tele 27
~: Thumbnail playback 65
q :Playback zoom 66
@: Help 15
IIIInfrared receiver 36
I
Self-ti~e~ lam~ 35
AF-asslst Illuminator 168
III Microphone 74,79,85
II Lens ring 179
III Lens 183, 197
IIILens cover
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