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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. ImageLink and the Im- ageLink print system logo are trademarks of Eastman Kodak Company. Pictmotion is powered by muvee Technologies. PictBridge is a trademark. D-Lighting technology is prov
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Symbols and Conventions Introduction To make it easier to fi nd the information you need, the following symbols and conventions are used: This icon marks cautions, information that First Steps should be read before use to prevent dam- age to the camera. Camera Operations This icon marks notes, information that should be read before using the camera. Basic Photography and This icon marks tips, additional information Playback that may be helpful when using the cam- era. Scene and Scene Assist
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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 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 prev
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Observe the following precautions when handling Use appropriate cables the AC adapter When connecting cables to the input and • Use only adapters designated for use with output jacks, use only the cables provided this product. or sold by Nikon for the purpose, to main- • Keep dry. Failure to observe this precau- tain compliance with product regulations. tion could result in fi re or electric shock. Handle moving parts with care • Dust on or near the metal parts of the plug Be careful th
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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 countries 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
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Notice for Customers in Canada CAUTION ATTENTION This class B digital apparatus meets all requirements Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte of the Canadian Interference Causing Equipment toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel Regulations. brouilleur du Canada. RSS-GEN 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 fi eld in excess of Health Canada limits for the general
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Table of Contents For Your Safety ............................................................................................................................................. ii Notices ............................................................................................................................................................ iii Introduction 1 Parts of the Camera ....................................................................................................................
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Connecting to Televisions, Computers, and Printers 54 Viewing Pictures on TV ............................................................................................................................54 Viewing Pictures on a Computer ..........................................................................................................54 Printing Pictures Via USB .........................................................................................................................57 Wirele
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Technical Notes 90 Optional Accessories ................................................................................................................................90 Caring for the Camera ..............................................................................................................................91 Error Messages ............................................................................................................................................93 Troubleshooting ....
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Introduction 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 cam era, 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 t
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Introduction Parts of the Camera Self-timer lamp ( 22) Built-in fl ash ( 20) AF-assist illuminator (LED; 21) Antenna Lens ( 92) ( 63) Lens cover closed Wireless LED ( 72) Lens cover Power switch Microphone Power-on lamp Speaker ( 38, ( 14) Shutter-release ( 35, 39, 46) ( 14) 41, 46, 51, 53) button ( 16) (One-touch portrait) button ( 24). Zoom control ( 15). See also: See also (D-lighting; 45) • (thumbnail playback): 43 • (playback zoom): 44 • (help): 17 2
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Introduction (menu) button (shooting/playback) Monitor ( 6–7, 91, 92) ( 17, 74, 80, 83) button ( 19, 43) (mode) button ( 5, 17) Indicator lamp ( 11, 16, 36, 39, 77) Flash lamp ( 20) Eyelet for camera strap (delete) button ( 19, 43, 44) Rotary multi selector ( 4, 17) Battery-chamber/memory (center) button ( 4, 17) card slot cover ( 10, 12) (transfer) button ( 55) Battery latch ( 10) Memory card slot ( 12) Tripod socket Battery chamber ( 10) Multi connector ( 8, 54, 55, 58, 62, 65) Attaching
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Introduction The Rotary Multi Selector The rotary multi selector is used to navigate the camera menus. Rotate in either direction to highlight items and press the center ( ) to select. To cancel and return to the previous menu, press the rotary multi selector to the left. Rotate: highlight Press center ( ): select Press left: cancel Items can also be highlighted by pressing the rotary multi selector up, down, left, or right. Press up or down Press right Menu Help For help on the current men
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Introduction The (Mode) Button Pressing the button during shooting or playback displays a mode-selection menu ( 17). Shooting Modes Auto ( 18) Wireless ( 70) Scene ( 26) Movie ( 35) Voice recording ( 39) Scene assist ( 32) Playback Modes Playback ( 43) Voice playback ( 41) Pictmotion ( 50) List by date ( 48) Calendar ( 47) 5
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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 Playback 18 1 01.01.2006 001.01.2006 1.01.2006 100NIKON 1100NIKON 00NIKON 3 2 17 00:00 00:00 00:00 99999.JPG 9999.JPG 999.JPG 4 16 5 14 9999 99999 999//99999 9999 999 11 9 6 8 12 7 10 0h00m00s 0h00m00s 0h00m00s Start S Start tart 13 6 15
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Introduction 1 Shooting mode ..............................5, 18, 26, 35 13 Time zone indicator ..........................................84 2 Exposure lock .......................................................29 14 Date imprint / date counter .......................... 87 3 Macro close-up mode ............................23, 28 15 Number of exposures remaining .................................................... 14, 102 4 Zoom indicator ............................................15
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Introduction The COOL-STATION and AC Adapter The COOL-STATION The supplied MV-15 COOL-STATION can be used to: • Charge the camera battery ( 11) • Copy pictures to a computer ( 54) • View pictures on a television ( 54) • Print pictures via direct USB connec- tion ( 57) DC-IN connector ( 9) Audio / video connector Camera connector USB connector (A / V out; 54) ( 55, 58) Placing the Camera in the COOL-STATION Removing the Camera The multi connector Remove the camera should be fully inserted as
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Introduction The AC Adapter The supplied EH-64 AC adapter can charge the battery in the camera ( 11) or power the camera for playback, data transfer, or printing (do not use any other make or model of AC adapter; failure to observe this precaution could result in fi re or product malfunction). Connect the power cord () and plug the adapter into the COOL-STATION or camera (), making sure the plugs are in the correct orienta- tion. Plug the adapter in () and check that the power lamp is
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First Steps First Steps Inserting the Battery The camera uses a rechargeable EN-EL8 Li-ion battery (supplied). Turn the camera off 1 If the power-on lamp is lit, press the power switch to turn the camera off . Open the battery-chamber/memory card slot 2 cover Insert the battery 3 The orange battery latch is pushed aside as the battery is inserted. The battery is fully inserted when the latch clicks back into place. Inserting the Battery Inserting the battery upside down or backwards coul
