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Trademark Information Macintosh, Mac OS, and QuickTime are registered trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc. Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. The SD logo is a trademark of the SD Card Association. Adobe and Acrobat are registered trademarks of Adobe Systems Inc. PictBridge is a trademark. D-Lighting technology is pro- ® vided by o Apical Limited. Face-priority AF technology is provided by Identix . All other trade names mentioned in this manual or the other d
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Introduction Preparation for Shooting Basic Photography and Playback: L (Auto) Mode Selecting Scene Mode: b Scene Mode More on Playback Recording and Viewing Movies Voice Recording Connecting to Televisions, Computers, and Printers Shooting, Playback, and Setup Menus Technical Notes i
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Introduction Introduction For Your Safety 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 prod- uct 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
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Introduction For Your Safety Observe caution when han- •Discontinue use immediately dling batteries should you notice any change in the batteries, such as discolora- Batteries may leak or explode if tion or deformation. improperly handled. Observe the • If liquid from damaged batteries following precautions when han- comes in contact with clothing or dling batteries for use in this prod- skin, rinse immediately with uct: plenty of water. • Before replacing the batteries, turn the product off. If
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Introduction For Your Safety • Do not handle the plug or battery Do not operate the flash charger with wet hands. Failure to with the flash window observe this precaution could touching a person or object result in electric shock. Failure to observe this precaution could result in burns or fire. Use appropriate cables When connecting cables to the Avoid contact with liquid input and output jacks, use only the crystal cables provided or sold by Nikon for Should the monitor break, care the purpose
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Introduction Notices • Consult the dealer or an experi- Notice for Customers in the enced radio/television technician U.S.A. for help. Federal Communications Com- mission (FCC) Radio Frequency Interference Statement COOLPIX L6 This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to CAUTIONS Part 15 of the FCC rules. These lim- Modifications its are designed to provide reason- The FCC requires the user to be able protection against harmful not
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Introduction Notices Notice for Customers in Can- ada CAUTION This class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference Causing Equipment Regulations. ATTENTION Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada. Symbol for Separate Collec- tion in European Countries This symbol indicates that this product is to be col- lected separately. The following apply only to users in European coun- tries: • This p
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Introduction Table of Contents Introduction .....................................................................................................ii For Your Safety..................................................................................................ii WARNINGS ................................................................................................... ii Notices................................................................................................................ v Ab
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Introduction Selecting Scene Mode: b Scene Mode.....................................................28 Scene Mode .....................................................................................................28 Scene Assist Modes..........................................................................................29 Scene Modes....................................................................................................35 More on Playback ........................................
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Introduction Connecting to a Printer...................................................................................66 Connecting the Camera and Printer ............................................................67 Printing Pictures One at a Time....................................................................68 Printing Multiple Pictures.............................................................................69 Creating a DPOF Print Order: Print Set ..................................
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Introduction Technical Notes ............................................................................................106 Optional Accessories .....................................................................................106 Image/Sound File and Folder Names............................................................107 Caring for the Camera ..................................................................................108 Cleaning ...................................................
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Introduction About This Manual Thank you for your purchase of a Nikon COOLPIX L6 digital camera. This manual has been written to help you enjoy taking pictures 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: This icon marks cautions, infor- This icon marks tips, additional mation that sh
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Introduction Information and Precautions Life-Long Learning As part of Nikon’s “Life-Long Learning” commitment to ongoing product support and educa- tion, continually updated information is available online 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 informat
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Introduction Information and Precautions 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. • Items prohibited by law from being copied or reproduced Do not copy or reproduce paper money, coins, securities, government bonds, or local gov- ernment bonds, even if such copies or reproductions are stamped “Sample.” The cop
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Introduction M O O 6 . Z 3 - L 1 A 9 . C 2 I T m Parts of the Camera Power-on lamp (c 10) Power switch (c 10) Speaker (c 48, 53, 56) Shutter-release button (c 20) Self-timer lamp (c 26) Built-in flash (c 24) Lens (c 18, 108) Lens cover closed Built-in microphone (c 48, 49, 54) Optional AC adapter power cable connector (under cover) (c 106) Eyelet for camera strap Lens cover Attaching the Camera Strap 4 P m O 1 X : 3 3 . 2 R - 5 O . 3 K K I N
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Introduction Parts of the Camera Multi selector (c 8) J: Display flash mode menu (c 24) H: Display self-timer menu d/E: Make selection/ (c 26) transfer picture (c 62) L: Display macro close- up mode menu (c 27) m button (c 9) Zoom buttons (c 18) Flash lamp (c 24) t: zoom out v: zoom in Monitor (c 6) See also: •j (thumbnail playback): c 42 •k (playback zoom): c 43 •l (help): c 9 Connector cover (c 61, 64, 67) Opening the connector cover Tripod socket Memory card slot T (delete) button cov
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Introduction The Monitor The following indicators may appear in the monitor during shooting and playback (actual display varies with current camera settings). Shooting 56 AUTO 13 2 4 7 20 21 8 9 19 10 10 11 18 12 +1.0 13 17 9999 9999 16 15 14 1 Shooting mode* ............ 16, 28, 49 “Date not set” indicator...........111 12 Time zone indicator....................93 2 Exposure lock............................. 40 13 Date imprint/Date counter..........97 3 Macro close-up mode................. 27 N
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Introduction The Monitor Playback 1 19 1 10.10.2006 0.10.2006 100NIK 100NIKO ON N 2 18 12:00 12:00 9999.JPG 9999.JPG 3 4 17 5 16 6 15 9 9999 999 /9999 9999 7 14 8 13 12 10 9 11 OK : S Star tartt 1 Current folder .......................... 107 10 D-Lighting icon...........................45 2 File number and type................ 107 11 Movie playback indicator............53 Internal memory/ 12 Voice memo icon........................48 3 memory card indicator ............... 14 13 Image mode......
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Introduction Basic Operations/Displaying the Help Mode Selector Set the mode selector to the desired mode. b: Scene mode (c 28) Select one of fifteen “scenes” suited to different subjects of shooting conditions, such as indoor parties or night landscapes, and let the camera do the rest. You can also record sounds or play back recorded sounds using Voice recording. L: Auto mode (c 16) T: Movie mode (c 49) A simple “point-and-shoot” Record movies. Select one mode in which the majority of five
