Nikon Coolpix s6 User manual

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Symbols and Conventions

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the following symbols and conventions are used:

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that may be helpful when using the cam-

era.

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should be read before use to prevent dam-

age to the camera.

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should be read before using the camera.

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Quick Start Guide.

Memory Cards

Pictures taken with this camera can be stored in the

camera’s internal memory or on removable memory

cards. If a memory card is inserted, all new pictures

will be stored on the memory card and delete, play-

back, 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 pic-

tures.

Introduction

Scene and Scene Assist

Modes

Basic Photography and

Playback

Connecting to Televisions,

Computers, and Printers

First Steps

Viewing Pictures on the

Camera

Movies

Voice Recordings

Camera Controls

Menu Guide

Technical Notes

Wireless Transfer and

Printing

To prevent damage to your Nikon product or injury to yourself or 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:

This icon marks warnings, information that should be read before using this Nikon

product to prevent possible injury.

WARNINGS

Turn oﬀ in the event of malfunction

Should you notice smoke or an unusual

smell coming from the camera or AC adapt-

er, 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

a Nikon-authorized service representative

for inspection.

Do not disassemble

Touching the internal parts of the camera

or AC adapter could result in injury. Re-

pairs should be performed only by quali-

ﬁ ed technicians. Should the camera or

AC adapter break open as the result of a

fall or other accident, take the product to

a Nikon-authorized service representative

for inspection after unplugging the prod-

uct and/or removing the battery.

Do not use the camera or AC adapter in the pres-

ence of ﬂammable gas

Do not use electronic equipment in the

presence of ﬂammable gas, as this could

result in explosion or ﬁre.

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 batteries or other

small parts into their mouths.

Observe caution when handling batteries

Batteries may leak or explode if improperly

handled. Observe the following precau-

tions when handling batteries for use in

this product:

• Before replacing the battery, turn the prod-

uct oﬀ. If you are using the AC adapter, be

sure it is unplugged.

• Use only rechargeable Nikon EN-EL8 lith-

ium-ion batteries (supplied). Charge the

battery either by inserting it in the camera

and connecting the supplied AC adapter,

or by inserting it in a MH-62 battery charger

(available separately).

• When inserting the battery, do not attempt

to insert it upside down or backwards.

• Do not short or disassemble batteries.

• Do not expose batteries to ﬂame or to ex-

cessive heat.

• Do not immerse in or expose to water.

• Replace the terminal cover when trans-

porting the battery. Do not transport or

store with metal objects such as necklaces

or hairpins.

• Batteries are prone to leakage when fully

discharged. To avoid damage to the prod-

uct, 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 damaged batteries comes in

contact with clothing or skin, rinse immedi-

ately with plenty of water.

For Your Safety

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Observethefollowingprecautionswhenhandling

the AC adapter

• Use only adapters designated for use with

this product.

• Keep dry. Failure to observe this precau-

tion could result in ﬁre or electric shock.

• Dust on or near the metal parts of the plug

should be removed with a dry cloth. Con-

tinued use could result in ﬁre.

• Do not handle the power cable or go near

the adapter during thunderstorms. Failure

to observe this precaution could result in

electric shock.

• Do not damage, modify, forcibly tug or

bend the power cable, place it under

heavy objects, or expose it to heat or ﬂame.

Should the insulation be damaged and the

wires become exposed, take it to a Nikon-

authorized service representative for in-

spection. Failure to observe these precau-

tions could result in ﬁre or electric shock.

• Do not handle the plug or battery charger

with wet hands. Failure to observe this pre-

caution could result in electric shock.

Followtheinstructions ofhospital and airlineper-

sonnel

This device emits radio frequency radiation

that could interfere with medical or naviga-

tional equipment. Do not use this device in

a hospital or on board an airplane without

ﬁ rst obtaining the permission of hospital or

airline staﬀ.

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 main-

tain 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 dam-

age the equipment.

Observe caution when operating the ﬂash

Using the ﬂash close to your subject’s eyes

could cause temporary visual impairment.

Particular care should be observed if pho-

tographing infants, when the ﬂash should

be no less than one meter (39in.) from the

subject.

Do not ﬁre the ﬂash while it is touching a person

or object

Such use can result in the person being

burned, and/or their clothes igniting from

the heat of the ﬂash.

Avoid contact with liquid crystal

Should the monitor break, care should be

taken to avoid injury due to broken glass

and to prevent liquid crystal from the mon-

itor touching the skin or entering the eyes

or mouth.

Notices

This product, which contains encryption software developed in the United States, is controlled by

the United States Export Administration Regulations and may not be exported or re-exported to any

country to which the United States embargoes goods. As of November 2005 the following coun-

tries were subject to embargo: Cuba, Iran, North Korea, Libya, Sudan, and Syria.

Notice for Customers in the U.S.A.

U.S.A. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Declaration of Conformity

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation of the device is subject to the fol-

lowing two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must

accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Products that contain a radio transmitter are la-

beled with FCC ID and may also carry the FCC

logo.

• No part of the manuals included with this

product may be reproduced, transmitted, tran-

scribed, stored in a retrieval 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 speciﬁ-

cations 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 has been made to ensure

that the information in these manuals is ac-

curate 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).

COOLPIX S6

FCC Radio Frequency Interference Statement

This equipment has been tested and found to

comply with the limits for a Class B digital de-

vice, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These

limits are designed to provide reasonable pro-

tection against harmful interference in a resi-

dential 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 a

particular installation. If this equipment does

cause harmful interference to radio or television

reception, which can be determined by turning

the equipment oﬀ and on, the user is encour-

aged 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 equip-

ment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a cir-

cuit diﬀerent from that to which the receiver is

connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/

television technician for help.

FCC Radiation Exposure Statement

The available scientiﬁc evidence does not show

that any health problems are associated with us-

ing low power wireless devices.There is no proof,

however, that these low power wireless devices

are absolutely safe. Low power Wireless de-

vices emit low levels of radio frequency energy

(RF) in the microwave range while being used.

Whereas high levels of RF can produce health

eﬀects (by heating tissue), exposure to low-level

RF that does not produce heating eﬀects causes

no known adverse health eﬀects. Many studies

of low-level RF exposures have not found any

biological eﬀects. Some studies have suggested

that some biological eﬀects might occur, but

such ﬁndings have not been conﬁrmed by ad-

ditional research. Digital Camera (COOLPIX S6)

has been tested and found to comply with FCC

radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncon-

trolled equipment and meets the FCC radio fre-

quency (RF) Exposure Guidelines in Supplement

C to OET65. The maximum SAR levels tested for

Digital Camera (COOLPIX S6) has been show to

be 0.094 W/kg at Body.

This device should not be co-located or oper-

ated in conjunction with any other antenna or

transmitter.

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 Cor-

poration may void the user’s authority to oper-

ate 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.

Notice for customers in the State of California

WARNING: Handling the cord on this product will

expose you to lead, a chemical known to the

State of California to cause birth defects or other

reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.

Nikon Inc.,

1300 Walt Whitman Road, Melville, New York

11747-3064, U.S.A.

Tel.: 631-547-4200

Notice for Customers in Canada

CAUTION

This class B digital apparatus meets all require-

ments of the Canadian Interference Causing

Equipment Regulations.

ATTENTION

Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte

toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le maté-

riel brouilleur du Canada.

RSS-210 14. Exposure of Humans to RF Fields

The installer of this radio equipment must ensure that the antenna is located or pointed such that

it does not emit RF ﬁeld in excess of Health Canada limits for the general population; consult Safety

Code 6, obtainable from Health Canada’s website

www.hc-sc.gc.ca/rpb

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 re-

sulting in the malicious use of personal image data. Ensuring the privacy of such data is the user’s

responsibility.

Before discarding a data 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. Care should be taken to avoid injury or damage to prop-

erty when physically destroying data storage devices.

• Items prohibited by law from being copied or reproduced

Do not copy or reproduce paper money, coins,

securities, government bonds, or local govern-

ment bonds, even if such copies or reproduc-

tions are stamped “Sample.”

The copying or reproduction of paper money,

coins, or securities which are circulated in a for-

eign country is prohibited.

Unless the prior permission of the government

has been obtained, the copying or reproduc-

tion 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, ex-

cept when a minimum of necessary copies are

to be provided for business use by a company.

Also, do not copy or reproduce passports is-

sued by the government, licenses issued by

public agencies and private groups, ID 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, paint-

ings, 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 cop-

ies or to infringe copyright laws.

Symbol for Separate Collection in European Countries

This symbol indicates that this product is to be collected separately.

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.

Notice Concerning Prohibition of Copying or Reproduction

Note that simply being in possession of material that has been digitally copied or reproduced by

means of a scanner, digital camera or other device may be punishable by law.

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Table of Contents

For Your Safety .............................................................................................................................................. ii

Notices............................................................................................................................................................ iv

Introduction 1

Parts of the Camera.....................................................................................................................................2

The Monitor ...................................................................................................................................................6

The COOL-STATION and AC Adapter.....................................................................................................8

First Steps 10

Inserting the Battery.................................................................................................................................10

Charging the Battery ................................................................................................................................11

Inserting Memory Cards..........................................................................................................................12

Camera Operations 14

Turning the Camera on and Oﬀ............................................................................................................14

Zoom ..............................................................................................................................................................15

Focus and Shutter Release......................................................................................................................16

Using Menus................................................................................................................................................17

Basic Photography and Playback 18

Mode.........................................................................................................................................................18

Viewing Pictures.........................................................................................................................................19

Using the Flash ...........................................................................................................................................20

Taking Pictures with the Self-Timer.....................................................................................................22

Macro Close-up Mode..............................................................................................................................23

One-Touch Portrait Mode .......................................................................................................................24

Scene and Scene Assist Modes 26

Scene Mode .................................................................................................................................................26

Scene Assist Mode.....................................................................................................................................32

Movies 35

Recording Movies ......................................................................................................................................35

The Movie Menu ........................................................................................................................................36

Movie Playback...........................................................................................................................................37

Voice Recordings 38

Viewing Pictures on the Camera 41

Viewing Multiple Pictures: Thumbnail Playback............................................................................................41

Deleting Pictures...............................................................................................................................................................41

Taking a Closer Look: Playback Zoom..................................................................................................................42

Enhancing Contrast: D-Lighting..............................................................................................................................43

Voice Memos: Recording and Playback..............................................................................................................44

Viewing Pictures by Date.............................................................................................................................................45

Pictmotion by muvee ....................................................................................................................................................48

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Connecting to Televisions, Computers, and Printers 52

Viewing Pictures on TV ............................................................................................................................52

Viewing Pictures on a Computer..........................................................................................................52

Printing Pictures .........................................................................................................................................55

Wireless Transfer and Printing 00

Connecting to a Wireless Network ......................................................................................................00

Wireless Transfer.........................................................................................................................................00

Wireless Printing.........................................................................................................................................00

Menu Guide 61

Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu.............................................................................................61

Image Mode ........................................................................................................................................................................61

White Balance .....................................................................................................................................................................62

Exp. +/–...................................................................................................................................................................................63

Continuous...........................................................................................................................................................................63

Best Shot Selector (BSS)................................................................................................................................................65

ISO Sensitivity......................................................................................................................................................................65

Color Options......................................................................................................................................................................66

AF-Area Mode.....................................................................................................................................................................66

Playback Options: The Playback Menu ..............................................................................................67

Print Set...................................................................................................................................................................................67

Slide Show.............................................................................................................................................................................68

Delete.......................................................................................................................................................................................68

Protect .....................................................................................................................................................................................68

Transfer Marking................................................................................................................................................................68

Small Pic..................................................................................................................................................................................69

Copy..........................................................................................................................................................................................69

Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu................................................................................................70

Menus ......................................................................................................................................................................................70

Quick Startup.......................................................................................................................................................................70

Welcome Screen ...............................................................................................................................................................71

Date...........................................................................................................................................................................................71

Monitor Settings................................................................................................................................................................73

Date Imprint.........................................................................................................................................................................74

AF Assist..................................................................................................................................................................................75

Sound Settings...................................................................................................................................................................75

Blur Warning ........................................................................................................................................................................75

Auto Oﬀ ..................................................................................................................................................................................75

Format Memory/ Format Card.................................................................................................................................76

Language...............................................................................................................................................................................76

Interface..................................................................................................................................................................................76

Reset all...................................................................................................................................................................................76

Firmware Version...............................................................................................................................................................76

Technical Notes 77

Optional Accessories ................................................................................................................................77

Caring for the Camera..............................................................................................................................78

Error Messages............................................................................................................................................80

Troubleshooting.........................................................................................................................................83

Appendix ......................................................................................................................................................86

Speciﬁcations ..............................................................................................................................................91

Index...............................................................................................................................................................94

Use Only Nikon Brand Electronic Accessories

Nikon COOLPIX cameras are designed to the highest standards and include complex elec-

tronic circuitry. Only Nikon brand electronic accessories (including battery chargers, bat-

teries, and AC adapters) 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 a local authorized Nikon

dealer.

EN-EL8

rechargeable

battery

*Holographic seal: Identiﬁes this

device as an authentic Nikon

product.

Introduction

Thank you for your purchase of a Nikon COOLPIX S6 digital camera. This manual

has been written to help you enjoy taking pictures with your Nikon digital camera.

Please be sure to read all instructions thoroughly to get the most from the camera,

and keep them where they will be read by all those who use the product.

Before Taking Important Pictures

Before taking pictures on important occasions (such as at weddings or before taking the cam-

era on a trip), take a test 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.

Life-Long Learning

As part of Nikon’s “Life-Long Learning” commitment to ongoing product support and edu-

cation, continually-updated information is available on-line at the following sites:

• For users in the U.S.A.: http://www.nikonusa.com/

• For users in Europe and Africa: http://www.europe-nikon.com/support

• For users in Asia, Oceania, and the Middle East: http://www.nikon-asia.com/

Visit these sites to keep up-to-date with the latest product information, tips, answers to fre-

quently-asked questions (FAQs), and general advice on digital imaging and photography. Ad-

ditional information may be available from the Nikon representative in your area. See the URL

below for contact information:

http://nikonimaging.com/

Introduction

Parts of the Camera

Eyelet for

camera strap

Self-timer lamp ( 22)

AF-assist illuminator (LED; 21)Built-in ﬂash ( 20)

Lens ( 79)

Lens cover

closed

Lens cover

Power switch

(14) Shutter-release

button ( 16)

Power-on lamp

( 14)

Speaker ( 37,

39, 44, 49, 51)

Microphone

( 35, 38, 44)

(One-touch portrait) button ( 24).

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