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DIGITAL CAMERA
Reference Manual
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Introduction Parts of the Camera The Basics of Shooting and Playback Shooting Features Playback Features Recording and Playing Back Movies General Camera Setup Connecting the Camera to a TV, Computer, or Printer Reference Section Technical Notes and Index i
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Introduction Introduction Read This First Thank you for purchasing the Nikon COOLPIX S3600 digital camera. Before using the camera, please read the information in “For Your Safety” (Aviii-x) and familiarize yourself with the information provided in this manual. After reading, please keep this manual handy and refer to it to enhance your enjoyment of your new camera. ii
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Introduction About This Manual If you want to start using the camera right away, see “The Basics of Shooting and Playback” (A10). To learn about the parts of the camera and information that is displayed in the monitor, see “Parts of the Camera” (A1). iii
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Introduction Other Information • Symbols and Conventions Symbol Description This icon marks cautions and information that should be read before using the B camera. This icon marks notes and information that should be read before using the C camera. A/E/ These icons indicate other pages containing relevant information; F E: “Reference Section”, F: “Technical Notes and Index” • SD, SDHC, and SDXC memory cards are referred to as “memory cards” in this manual. • The setting at the time of purchas
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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 education, 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 About the Manuals • No part of the documentation included with this product may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, 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 specifications of the hardware and software described in the documentation at any time and without prior notice. • Nikon will not be held liable for any damages resulting from the use of this
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Introduction 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 a data storage device o
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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 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 prod
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Introduction Do not remain in contact with the • When inserting the battery, do not camera, battery charger, or AC attempt to insert it upside down or adapter for extended periods backwards. while the devices are on or in use • Do not short or disassemble the battery or attempt to remove or break the Parts of the devices become hot. Leaving battery insulation or casing. the devices in direct contact with the skin • Do not expose the battery to flame or to for extended periods may result i
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Introduction • Do not damage, modify, forcibly tug or CD player could cause hearing loss or bend the USB cable, place it under heavy damage the equipment. objects, or expose it to heat or flames. Using the flash close to your Should the insulation be damaged and subject’s eyes could cause the wires become exposed, take it to a temporary visual impairment Nikon-authorized service representative The flash should be no less than 1 meter (3 for inspection. Failure to observe these ft 4 in.)
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Introduction Notices to radio or television reception, which can Notices for Customers in the be determined by turning the equipment U.S.A. off and on, the user is encouraged to try to IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS– correct the interference by one or more of SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. the following measures: • Reorient or relocate the receiving DANGER - TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE antenna. OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, CAREFULLY • Increase the separation between the FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS equipmen
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Introduction Notice for Customers in the State of • Separate collection and recycling helps California conserve natural resources and prevent negative consequences for human WARNING health and the environment that might Handling the cord on this product will result from incorrect disposal. expose you to lead, a chemical known to • For more information, contact the retailer the State of California to cause birth defects or the local authorities in charge of waste or other reproductive ha
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Introduction Table of Contents Step 3 Frame a Picture .................................... 24 Introduction ................................................... ii Using the Zoom ...................................................... 25 Read This First ....................................................... ii Step 4 Focus and Shoot.................................. 26 About This Manual .................................................. iii The Shutter-release Button ..............................
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Introduction Options Available in the Shooting Menu Installing ViewNX 2................................................ 77 ........................................................................................... 54 Transferring Images to the Computer....... 80 Functions That Cannot Be Used Viewing Images ....................................................... 82 Simultaneously .................................................. 56 Focusing.......................................................
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Introduction Connecting the Camera to a Printer The Setup Menu ......................................... E59 .................................................................................. E21 Welcome Screen............................................ E59 Printing Images One at a Time ............. E23 Time Zone and Date.................................... E60 Printing Multiple Images .......................... E25 Monitor Settings ............................................ E62 The Shooting
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Introduction Storage ..................................................................... F6 Troubleshooting ............................................ F7 Specifications ............................................... F16 Approved Memory Cards........................... F20 Index................................................................ F22 xvi
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Parts of the Camera Parts of the Camera The Camera Body 12 34 5 6 Lens cover closed 11 10 9 8 7 1 Shutter-release button.................................... 26 Self-timer lamp.....................................................48 5 AF-assist illuminator..........................................74 Zoom control........................................................ 25 f: Wide-angle................................................ 25 6 Lens g: Telephoto.............................................
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Parts of the Camera 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 Charge lamp.......................................................... 13 8 d button............................... 4, 53, 65, 70, 73 1 Flash lamp............................................................... 45 9 Monitor ........................................................................6 2 b (e movie-record) button..................... 67 10 Speaker A (shooting mode) button 3 11 Tripod socket................................................
