Nikon S600 User Manual

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88Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuShooting, Playback and Setup MenusRestrictions on Camera SettingsRestrictions apply to the following settings in

89Shooting, Playback and Setup MenusPlayback Options: The Playback MenuThe playback menu contains the following options.Displaying the Playback MenuDi

90Playback Options: The Playback MenuShooting, Playback and Setup MenusSelecting Multiple PicturesThe screen shown at right will be displayed in the m

91Playback Options: The Playback MenuShooting, Playback and Setup Menusb Slide ShowPlay back pictures, stored in the internal memory or on a memory ca

92Playback Options: The Playback MenuShooting, Playback and Setup Menusc DeleteDelete selected pictures or all pictures.B Notes on Deletion• Once dele

93Playback Options: The Playback MenuShooting, Playback and Setup Menusf Rotate ImageSet the direction of the picture used for playback on camera.Pict

94Playback Options: The Playback MenuShooting, Playback and Setup Menush CopyCopy pictures between the internal memory and a memory card.1 Select an o

95Shooting, Playback and Setup MenusBasic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuThe setup menu contains the following options. a MenusA 96Choose how menus are d

96Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback and Setup MenusDisplaying the Setup MenuFirst, display the playback-mode or shooting-mode selec

97Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback and Setup Menusc Welcome ScreenYou can select the welcome screen to be displayed when the camer

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98Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback and Setup Menusd DateSet the camera clock and choose home and travel destination time zones.Set

99Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback and Setup Menus3 Press K.The travel destination menu is displayed.4 Choose the travel destinati

100Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback and Setup MenusD Time Zones (A 17)The camera supports the time zones listed below. For time di

101Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback and Setup Menuse Monitor SettingsChoose whether or not to display information in the monitor,

102Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback and Setup Menusf Date ImprintDate and time of recording can be imprinted on pictures. This inf

103Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback and Setup Menusg Vibration ReductionVibration reduction effectively corrects blur, caused by s

104Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback and Setup Menush AF AssistChange settings for AF-assist illumination.u Digital ZoomAdjust sett

105Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback and Setup Menusi Sound SettingsAdjust the following sound settings.k Auto OffWhen the camera i

106Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback and Setup Menusl Format Memory/m Format CardUse this option to format the internal memory or a

107Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback and Setup Menusn LanguageChoose one of 23 languages for display of camera menus and messages.o

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108Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback and Setup Menusp Reset AllWhen Reset is selected, the camera’s settings will be restored to th

109Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback and Setup MenusSetup MenuOthers• Choosing Reset all also clears the current file number (A 112

110Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback and Setup Menusr Firmware VersionView the current camera firmware version. BackCOOLPIX S600 Ve

111Technical NotesTechnical NotesOptional AccessoriesApproved Memory CardsThe following memory cards have been tested and approved for use in the COOL

112Technical NotesImage/Sound File and Folder NamesPictures, movies, voice memos and voice recordings are assigned file names as follows.• Files are s

113Technical NotesCaring for the CameraTo ensure continued enjoyment of this Nikon product, observe the following precautions when using or storing th

114Caring for the CameraTechnical NotesB The Self-timer Lamp/AF-assist Illuminator LEDThe light-emitting diode (LED; A 4, 30, 104) used in the self-ti

115Caring for the CameraTechnical NotesCleaningDo not use alcohol, thinner, or other volatile chemicals.StorageTurn the camera off when not in use. Ch

116Technical NotesError MessagesThe following table lists the error messages and other warnings displayed in the monitor, as well as the solutions for

117Error MessagesTechnical NotesPImage cannot be saved.Error occurred while recording picture.Format internal memory or memory card.106Camera has run

1IntroductionIntroductionAbout This ManualThank you for your purchase of a Nikon COOLPIX S600 digital camera. This manual was written to help you enjo

118Error MessagesTechnical NotesNFile contains no image data.File not created with COOLPIX S600.View file on computer or other device.–PThis file cann

119Error MessagesTechnical Notes* See the documentation provided with your printer for further guidance and information.PRPrinter error: check printe

120Technical NotesTroubleshootingIf the camera fails to function as expected, check the list of common problems below before consulting your retailer

121TroubleshootingTechnical NotesElectronically Controlled CamerasIn extremely rare instances, unusual characters may appear in the monitor and the ca

122TroubleshootingTechnical NotesDigital zoom cannot be used.• Digital zoom is set to Off in the setup menu.• Digital zoom is not available in the fol

123TroubleshootingTechnical NotesPlaybackUnexpected results when flash set to V (auto with red-eye reduction).If taking pictures with V (auto with red

124TroubleshootingTechnical NotesPictures not displayed on television.• Choose correct Video mode.• Memory card contains no pictures. Replace memory c

125Technical NotesSpecificationsNikon COOLPIX S600 Digital CameraType Compact digital cameraEffective pixels 10.0 millionImage sensor1/2.33-in. CCD; t

126SpecificationsTechnical NotesISO sensitivity (Standard output sensitivity)ISO 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200, Auto(auto gain from ISO 100 to 800)Ex

127SpecificationsTechnical Notes* Based on Camera and Imaging Products Association (CIPA) standards for measuring the life of camera batteries. Measur

2IntroductionInformation and PrecautionsLife-Long LearningAs part of Nikon’s “Life-Long Learning” commitment to ongoing product support and education,

128Technical NotesSupported Standards• DCF: Design Rule for Camera File System is a standard widely used in the digital camera industry to ensure comp

129Technical NotesIndexSymbolsE Audio playback mode 58A Auto mode 8, 20c D-Lighting 45B High sensitivity mode 33C List by date mode 49b Monitor bright

130IndexTechnical NotesDusk/dawn i 37EEN-EL10 12, 14Exposure compensation 32Extension 112Eyelet for camera strap 4FFace priority 84File names 112Fill

131IndexTechnical NotesPortrait b 35Power 16, 20Power switch 4, 20Power-on lamp 4, 20Preset manual 79Print 68, 69, 72Print set 72Print Set (Date) 73Pr

No reproduction in any form of this manual, in whole or in part (except for brief quotation in critical articles or reviews), may be made without writ

3Information and PrecautionsIntroductionNotice Concerning Prohibition of Copying or ReproductionNote that simply being in possession of material that

4IntroductionParts of the CameraThe Camera Body18234571096Lens cover closed1 Shutter-release button...242 Power-on lamp ...

5Parts of the CameraIntroduction14 15 16 1712 136789101112 345Opening the pin cover1 Monitor ...

6Parts of the CameraIntroductionThe MonitorThe following indicators may appear in the monitor during shooting and playback (actual display varies with

7Parts of the CameraIntroductionPlayback* Differs according to the current shooting mode. Refer to the sections on each mode for details.15/05/2008 1

Trademark Information• Microsoft, Windows and Windows Vista are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United Stat

8IntroductionBasic OperationsThe c (Shooting/Playback) ButtonThe e ButtonPress e during shooting to display the shooting-mode selection menu, or durin

9Basic OperationsIntroductionThe Rotary Multi SelectorThis section describes standard uses of the rotary multi selector to select modes, select menu o

10Basic OperationsIntroductionThe d ButtonPress d to display the menu for the selected mode. Use the rotary multi selector to navigate the menus (A 9)

11Basic OperationsIntroductionHelp DisplaysPress g (j) when M is displayed at the lower right of the menu screen to view a description of the currentl

12First StepsFirst StepsCharging the BatteryThe camera uses a Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL10 (supplied).Charge the battery with the Battery Charg

13Charging the BatteryFirst Steps3 Unplug the charger.Remove the battery and unplug the charger.B Note on the Battery ChargerBe sure to read and follo

14First StepsInserting the BatteryInsert a Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL10 (supplied) that has been fully charged, using the Battery Charger MH-63

15Inserting the BatteryFirst StepsRemoving the BatteryTurn the camera off before removing the battery.To eject the battery, open the battery-chamber/

16First StepsSetting Display Language, Date and TimeA language-selection dialog is displayed the first time the camera is turned on. 1 Press the power

17Setting Display Language, Date and TimeFirst Steps5 Select your home time zone (A 100) and press k.The Date menu is displayed.6 Edit the date.• Rota

iIntroductionFirst StepsA Basic Photography and Playback: Auto ModeB High sensitivity Shooting ModeC Shooting Suited for the Scenec More on PlaybackD

18First StepsInserting Memory CardsPictures are stored in the camera’s internal memory (approximately 45 MB) or on removable Secure Digital (SD) memor

19Inserting Memory CardsFirst StepsRemoving Memory CardsBefore removing memory cards, turn the camera off and confirm that the power-on lamp is off. O

20Basic Photography and Playback: Auto ModeBasic Photography and Playback: Auto ModeStep 1 Turn the Camera On and Select A (Auto) ModeThis section des

21Step 1 Turn the Camera On and Select A (Auto) ModeBasic Photography and Playback: Auto ModeIndicators Displayed in A (Auto) ModeInformation displaye

22Basic Photography and Playback: Auto ModeStep 2 Frame a Picture1 Ready the camera.Hold the camera steadily in both hands, keeping your fingers and o

23Step 2 Frame a PictureBasic Photography and Playback: Auto ModeDigital ZoomWhen the camera is zoomed in to the maximum magnification (4×), holding d

24Basic Photography and Playback: Auto ModeStep 3 Focus and Shoot1 Press the shutter-release button halfway.Camera automatically selects the focus are

25Step 3 Focus and ShootBasic Photography and Playback: Auto ModeC During RecordingWhile pictures are being recorded, the O(wait) icon will be display

26Basic Photography and Playback: Auto ModeStep 4 Viewing and Deleting PicturesViewing Pictures (Playback Mode)Press c.The last picture taken will be

27Step 4 Viewing and Deleting PicturesBasic Photography and Playback: Auto ModeC Playback ModeThe following options are available in full-frame playba

iiFor Your SafetyTo prevent damage to your Nikon product or injury to yourself or to others, read the following safety precautions in their entirety b

28Basic Photography and Playback: Auto ModeUsing the FlashThe flash has a range of 0.5-6.5 m (1.6-21.3 ft.) when the camera is zoomed out all the way.

29Using the FlashBasic Photography and Playback: Auto ModeB The W (Off) IndicatorTurn vibration reduction (A 103) off when using a tripod. Note the fo

30Basic Photography and Playback: Auto ModeTaking Pictures with the Self-timerThe camera is equipped with a ten-second and two-second timer for self-p

31Basic Photography and Playback: Auto ModeMacro ModeMacro mode is used for taking pictures of objects as close as 3 cm (1.2 in.). Note that the flash

32Basic Photography and Playback: Auto ModeExposure CompensationExposure compensation is used to alter exposure from the value suggested by the camera

33High sensitivity Shooting ModeHigh sensitivity Shooting ModeShooting in the High sensitivity Shooting ModeIn high sensitivity shooting mode, sensiti

34Shooting Suited for the SceneShooting Suited for the SceneShooting in the Scene ModeCamera settings are automatically optimized for the selected sub

35Shooting in the Scene ModeShooting Suited for the SceneFeatures* Other settings can be selected.* Other settings can be selected.* Other settings ca

36Shooting in the Scene ModeShooting Suited for the Scene* Other settings can be selected.1Fill flash with slow sync and red-eye reduction.2Other sett

37Shooting in the Scene ModeShooting Suited for the Scene* Other settings can be selected.* Other settings can be selected.* Other settings can be sel

iiiObserve caution when handling the batteryThe battery may leak or explode if improperly handled. Observe the following precautions when handling the

38Shooting in the Scene ModeShooting Suited for the Scene* Other settings can be selected.* Other settings can be selected. Note that the flash may be

39Shooting in the Scene ModeShooting Suited for the Scene.* Other settings can be selected.* Other settings can be selected.* Other settings can be se

40Shooting in the Scene ModeShooting Suited for the SceneTaking Pictures for a Moving SubjectOnce the subject has been selected, the focus area will a

41Shooting in the Scene ModeShooting Suited for the Scene4 Press the shutter-release button the rest of the way down.• The picture will be recorded to

42More on PlaybackMore on PlaybackViewing Multiple Pictures: Thumbnail PlaybackPress f (h) in full-frame playback mode (A 26) to display pictures in “

43More on PlaybackTaking a Closer Look: Playback ZoomPressing g (i) during full-frame playback mode (A 26) zooms the current picture in 3×, with the c

44More on PlaybackEditing PicturesUse the COOLPIX S600 to edit pictures in-camera and store them as separate files (A 112). The editing features descr

45Editing PicturesMore on PlaybackEnhancing Brightness and Contrast: D-LightingD-Lighting can be used to create copies with enhanced brightness and co

46Editing PicturesMore on PlaybackCreating a Cropped Copy: CropThis function is only available when u is displayed in the monitor with playback zoom (

47Editing PicturesMore on PlaybackResizing Pictures: Small PictureCreate a small copy of the current picture. Small copies are stored as JPEG files wi

ivUse appropriate cablesWhen connecting cables to the input and output jacks, use only the cables provided or sold by Nikon for the purpose, to mainta

48More on PlaybackVoice Memos: Recording and PlaybackUse the camera’s built-in microphone to record voice memos for pictures marked with n in full-fra

49More on PlaybackViewing Pictures by DateIn list by date mode, pictures taken on a specified date can be displayed. In full-frame playback mode, just

50Viewing Pictures by DateMore on PlaybackUsing List by Date ModeThe following operations are possible from the date selection screen.B Notes on List

51Viewing Pictures by DateMore on PlaybackList by Date MenusPress d in either mode to display the following menus for only the pictures taken on the s

52MoviesMoviesRecording MoviesTo shoot movies with sound recorded via the built-in microphone, select shooting mode and follow the steps below.1 Enter

53MoviesThe Movie MenuMovie options and Autofocus mode (A 54) settings can be changed from the movie menu. Press d in movie mode to display the movie

54The Movie MenuMoviesAutofocus ModeChoose how the camera focuses in movie mode.Option DescriptionA Single AF (default setting)Camera focuses when shu

55MoviesMovie PlaybackIn full-frame playback mode (A 26), movies are recognized by the Movie options (A 53) icon. To play a movie, display it in full-

56Voice RecordingsVoice RecordingsMaking Voice RecordingsAudio voice recordings can be recorded over the built-in microphone and played back over the

57Making Voice RecordingsVoice RecordingsOperations During RecordingTo Press DescriptionReactivate the monitorcIf the monitor has turned off, press c

vNoticesNotice for Customers in the U.S.A.Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Radio Frequency Interference StatementThis equipment has been tested

58Voice RecordingsPlaying Voice Recordings1 Enter sound file playback mode by pressing e in playback mode, selecting E (use the rotary multi selector)

59Playing Voice RecordingsVoice RecordingsOperations During PlaybackUse the zoom buttons to adjust playback volume.Playback controls appear at the top

60Voice RecordingsCopying Voice RecordingsCopy voice recordings between the internal memory and a memory card. This option is available only when a me

61Connecting to Televisions, Computers and PrintersConnecting to Televisions, Computers and PrintersConnecting to a TVConnect the camera to a televisi

62Connecting to Televisions, Computers and PrintersConnecting to a ComputerUse the supplied USB cable to connect the camera to a computer, and copy (t

63Connecting to a ComputerConnecting to Televisions, Computers and PrintersTransferring Pictures from a Camera to a Computer1 Start the computer to wh

64Connecting to a ComputerConnecting to Televisions, Computers and Printers5 Transfer pictures when Nikon Transfer has finished loading.Click Start Tr

65Connecting to a ComputerConnecting to Televisions, Computers and PrintersD Using Standard OS Operations to Open Camera Files• Navigate to the folder

66Connecting to Televisions, Computers and PrintersConnecting to a PrinterUsers of PictBridge-compatible (A 128) printers can connect the camera direc

67Connecting to a PrinterConnecting to Televisions, Computers and PrintersConnecting the Camera and Printer1 Turn off the camera.2 Turn on the printer

viNotice for customers in CanadaCAUTIONThis Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.ATTENTIONCet appareil numérique de la classe B e

68Connecting to a PrinterConnecting to Televisions, Computers and PrintersPrinting Pictures One at a TimeAfter connecting the camera to the printer co

69Connecting to a PrinterConnecting to Televisions, Computers and Printers6 Choose Start print and press k.7 Printing starts.Monitor display returns t

70Connecting to a PrinterConnecting to Televisions, Computers and Printers4 Choose Print selection, Print all images or DPOF printing and press k.Prin

71Connecting to a PrinterConnecting to Televisions, Computers and Printers5 Printing starts.Monitor display returns to the print menu (step 2) when pr

72Connecting to Televisions, Computers and PrintersCreating a DPOF Print Order: Print SetThe Print set option in the playback menu is used to create d

73Creating a DPOF Print Order: Print SetConnecting to Televisions, Computers and Printers5 Choose whether or not to also print shooting date and photo

74Shooting, Playback and Setup MenusShooting, Playback and Setup MenusShooting Options: The Shooting MenuThe shooting menu and high sensitivity menu c

75Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuShooting, Playback and Setup MenusDisplaying the Shooting Menu and High sensitivity MenuEnter A (auto) or high se

76Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuShooting, Playback and Setup MenusA Image ModePictures taken with a digital camera are recorded as image files. T

77Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuShooting, Playback and Setup MenusC Number of Exposures RemainingThe following table lists the approximate number

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78Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuShooting, Playback and Setup MenusB White BalanceThe color of light reflected from an object varies with the colo

79Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuShooting, Playback and Setup MenusPreset ManualPreset manual is used with mixed lighting or to compensate for lig

80Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuShooting, Playback and Setup MenusG MeteringChoose how the camera meters exposure.B Note on MeteringWhen digital

81Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuShooting, Playback and Setup MenusC ContinuousChange settings to Continuous or BSS (best shot selector). Flash wi

82Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuShooting, Playback and Setup MenusE ISO SensitivitySensitivity is a measure of how quickly the camera reacts to l

83Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuShooting, Playback and Setup MenusF Color OptionsMake colors more vivid or record pictures in monochrome.The effe

84Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuShooting, Playback and Setup MenusG AF Area ModeUse this option to determine where the camera focuses. When digit

85Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuShooting, Playback and Setup MenusD Focus LockTo focus on off-center subjects when Center is selected for AF area

86Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuShooting, Playback and Setup MenusFace PriorityFace Priority will take effect when AF area mode is set to Face pr

87Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuShooting, Playback and Setup MenusI Autofocus ModeChoose how the camera focuses.B Notes on Autofocus ModeAutofocu