Nikon S640 User Manual

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viiiTable of ContentsExposure Compensation...

88Connecting to a PrinterConnecting to Televisions, Computers and PrintersPrinting Pictures One at a TimeAfter connecting the camera to the printer co

89Connecting to a PrinterConnecting to Televisions, Computers and Printers6 Choose Start print and press the k button.7 Printing starts.• Monitor disp

90Connecting to a PrinterConnecting to Televisions, Computers and Printers3 Choose the desired paper size and press the k button.• To specify paper si

91Connecting to a PrinterConnecting to Televisions, Computers and Printers5 Printing starts.• Monitor display returns to that shown in step 2 when pri

92Connecting to Televisions, Computers and PrintersCreating a DPOF Print Order: Print SetThe Print set option in the playback menu is used to create d

93Creating a DPOF Print Order: Print SetConnecting to Televisions, Computers and Printers5 Choose whether or not to also print shooting date and photo

94Creating a DPOF Print Order: Print SetConnecting to Televisions, Computers and PrintersIf more than 99 pictures are selected as a result of adding t

95Shooting, Playback and Setup MenusShooting, Playback and Setup MenusShooting Options: The Shooting MenuWhile shooting in A (auto) mode (A 24), the s

96Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuShooting, Playback and Setup MenusA Image ModeChoose an image mode, which is the combination of image size and im

97Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuShooting, Playback and Setup MenusC Number of Exposures RemainingThe following table lists the approximate number

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98Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuShooting, Playback and Setup MenusB White BalanceThe human brain is able to adapt to changes in the color of the

99Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuShooting, Playback and Setup MenusPreset ManualPreset manual is used with mixed lighting or to compensate for lig

100Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuShooting, Playback and Setup MenusG MeteringThe process of measuring the brightness of the subject to determine

101Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuShooting, Playback and Setup MenusC ContinuousChange settings for Continuous and BSS (Best Shot Selector).Flash

102Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuShooting, Playback and Setup MenusB Note on Multi-shot 16Smear (A 143) visible in the monitor when shooting with

103Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuShooting, Playback and Setup MenusF Color OptionsMake colors more vivid or record pictures in monochrome.At sett

104Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuShooting, Playback and Setup MenusG AF-Area ModeChoose how the focus area is determined.When using digital zoom,

105Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuShooting, Playback and Setup MenusB Notes on AF Area ModeThis feature cannot be used simultaneously with certain

106Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuShooting, Playback and Setup MenusShooting with Face PriorityWhen the camera is pointed at a face, the face is a

107Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuShooting, Playback and Setup MenusB Notes on Face Priority• When Face priority is selected for AF area mode, the

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108Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuShooting, Playback and Setup MenusI Autofocus ModeChoose how the camera focuses.B Notes on Autofocus ModeThis fe

109Shooting Options: The Shooting MenuShooting, Playback and Setup MenusFunctions that Cannot be Applied SimultaneouslyCertain settings in the shootin

110Shooting, Playback and Setup MenusPlayback Options: The Playback MenuThe following options are available in playback mode.Displaying the Playback M

111Playback Options: The Playback MenuShooting, Playback and Setup MenusSelecting PicturesThe picture selection screen, as shown at right, will be dis

112Playback Options: The Playback MenuShooting, Playback and Setup Menusb Slide ShowView pictures stored in the internal memory or on a memory card in

113Playback Options: The Playback MenuShooting, Playback and Setup Menusc DeleteDelete selected or all pictures.B Notes on Deletion• Once deleted, pic

114Playback Options: The Playback MenuShooting, Playback and Setup Menusf Rotate ImageChange the orientation of pictures played back in the camera’s m

115Playback Options: The Playback MenuShooting, Playback and Setup Menush CopyCopy pictures between the internal memory and a memory card.1 Use the ro

116Shooting, Playback and Setup MenusBasic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuThe setup menu contains the following options.aMenus A 118Choose how menus are

117Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback and Setup MenusDisplaying the Setup MenuChoose the z tab in the menu screen.1 Press the d butt

1IntroductionIntroductionAbout This ManualThank you for your purchase of a Nikon COOLPIX S640 digital camera. This manual was written to help you enjo

118Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback and Setup Menus4 Press K or the k button.• The setup menu options will be selectable.• Use the

119Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback and Setup Menusc Welcome ScreenSelect the welcome screen that is displayed when the camera is

120Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback and Setup Menusd DateSet the camera’s internal clock.Setting the Travel Destination Time Zone1

121Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback and Setup Menus3 Press K.• The time zone selection screen is displayed.4 Press J or K to choos

122Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback and Setup MenusD Time Zones (A 21)The camera supports the time zones listed below.For time dif

123Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback and Setup Menuse Monitor SettingsChange the settings for the options below.Photo InfoThe follo

124Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback and Setup Menusf Date ImprintThe shooting date and time can be imprinted in pictures at the ti

125Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback and Setup Menusg Vibration ReductionReduce the effects of camera shake while shooting. Vibrati

126Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback and Setup MenusU Motion DetectionEnable motion detection to reduce the effects of camera shake

127Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback and Setup Menush AF AssistEnable or disable AF-assist illumination.u Digital ZoomEnable or dis

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

128Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback and Setup Menusi Sound SettingsAdjust the following sound settings.k Auto OffIf no operations

129Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback and Setup Menusl/m Format Memory/Format CardUse this option to format the internal memory or a

130Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback and Setup Menusn LanguageChoose one of 24 languages for display of camera menus and messages.o

131Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback and Setup MenusV Charge by ComputerChoose whether or not the battery inserted in the camera is

132Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback and Setup Menusd Blink WarningChoose whether or not blinking eyes are detected when using face

133Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback and Setup MenusOperating the Did someone blink? ScreenThe following operations can be performe

134Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback and Setup Menusp Reset AllWhen Reset is selected, the camera’s settings will be restored to th

135Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback and Setup MenusShooting Menu Setup MenuOption Default valueImage mode (A 96) I Normal (4000)Wh

136Basic Camera Setup: The Setup MenuShooting, Playback and Setup MenusOthers• Choosing Reset all also clears the current file number (A 139) from the

137Technical NotesTechnical NotesOptional Accessories1When using in other countries, use a third-party plug adapter as necessary. For more information

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

138Optional AccessoriesTechnical NotesApproved Memory CardsThe following Secure Digital (SD) memory cards have been tested and approved for use in thi

139Technical NotesFile and Folder NamesPictures, movies, and voice memos are assigned file names as follows.• Files are stored in folders named with a

140Technical NotesCaring for the CameraTo ensure continued enjoyment of this Nikon product, observe the following precautions when using or storing th

141Caring for the CameraTechnical NotesC The Battery• Check the battery level when taking the camera out, and charge the battery if necessary. Do not

142Caring for the CameraTechnical NotesCleaningDo not use alcohol, thinner, or other volatile chemicals.LensAvoid touching glass parts with your finge

143Caring for the CameraTechnical NotesStorageTurn the camera off when not in use. Check that the power-on lamp is off before putting the camera away.

144Technical NotesError MessagesThe following table lists the error messages and other warnings displayed in the monitor, as well as the solutions for

145Error MessagesTechnical NotesPCard is not formatted. Format card?NoYesMemory card has not been formatted for use in this camera.All data stored on

146Error MessagesTechnical NotesNMemory contains no images.No pictures in the internal memory or memory card.• Pictures stored in the internal memory

147Error MessagesTechnical Notes* See the documentation provided with your printer for further guidance and information.System errorQError has occurre

4IntroductionParts of the CameraThe Camera Body213546798Lens cover closed1Zoom control...27fghij: Wide.

148Technical NotesTroubleshootingIf the camera fails to function as expected, check the list of common problems below before consulting your retailer

149TroubleshootingTechnical NotesCamera settings reset.Backup battery is exhausted; all settings were restored to their default values.121Monitor turn

150TroubleshootingTechnical NotesElectronically Controlled CamerasIn extremely rare instances, unusual characters may appear in the monitor and the ca

151TroubleshootingTechnical NotesOptical zoom cannot be used.Optical zoom cannot be used while recording movies. 76Digital zoom cannot be used.• Digit

152TroubleshootingTechnical NotesPlaybackUnexpected results occurred when flash is set to auto with red-eye reduction.When V (auto with red-eye reduct

153TroubleshootingTechnical NotesPictures not displayed on television.• The Video mode setting in setup menu has not been set correctly.• Memory card

154Technical NotesSpecificationsNikon COOLPIX S640 Digital CameraTypeCompact digital cameraEffective pixels12.2 millionImage sensor1/2.33-in. CCD; app

155SpecificationsTechnical NotesExposureMetering224-segment matrix, center-weightedExposure controlProgrammed auto exposure with motion detection and

156SpecificationsTechnical Notes• Unless otherwise stated, all figures are for a camera with a fully-charged Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL12 opera

157SpecificationsTechnical NotesSupported Standards• DCF: Design Rule for Camera File System is a standard widely used in the digital camera industry

5Parts of the CameraIntroduction1159108761716 1812 1314 1512341 Monitor ...6, 252 Rotary multi

158Technical NotesIndexSymbolsR 50k Apply selection button 10A Auto mode 24F Auto sort mode 64l Delete button 30, 31, 68, 78o Exposure compensation 36

159IndexTechnical NotesDelete 30, 68, 78, 113Digital zoom 27, 127D-Lighting 72DPOF 157DPOF print 91DSCN 139Dusk/dawn i 41EEH-68P/EH-68P (AR) 16EN-EL12

160IndexTechnical NotesNight portrait e 39Nikon Transfer 80, 81Number of exposures remaining 24, 97OOptical zoom 27Optional accessories 137PPanorama a

161IndexTechnical NotesUUSB cable 81, 86, 137VVibration reduction 25, 125Video mode 130ViewNX 82Vivid color 103Voice memo 67Volume 68, 78WWelcome scre

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Printed in EuropeCT9G01(11)6MM70511-01No reproduction in any form of this manual, in whole or in part (except for brief quotation in critical articles

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

7Parts of the CameraIntroductionPlayback1 The icons for auto sorting playback folder selected in playback will appear.2 Differs according to the selec

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

8IntroductionBasic OperationsThe A (shooting mode) ButtonShooting-mode Selection MenuUse the rotary multi selector (A 10) to select the following shoo

9Basic OperationsIntroductionThe c (playback) ButtonPlayback-mode Selection MenuUse the rotary multi selector (A 10) to select the following playback

10Basic OperationsIntroductionThe Rotary Multi SelectorThis section describes standard uses of the rotary multi selector to select modes, select menu

11Basic OperationsIntroductionMenu Display* Options can also be chosen by rotating the rotary multi selector.C Note on the Rotary Multi SelectorIn thi

12Basic OperationsIntroductionThe d buttonSwitching Between TabsPress the d button to display the menu for the current mode.• Use the rotary multi sel

13Basic OperationsIntroductionHelp DisplaysRotate the zoom control to g (j) when M/L is displayed at the bottom of the menu screen to view a descripti

14First StepsFirst StepsInserting the BatteryInsert a Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL12 (supplied) into the camera.• Charge the battery before first

15Inserting the BatteryFirst StepsRemoving the BatteryTurn the camera off (A 19) and confirm that the power-on lamp and the monitor are off before ope

16First StepsCharging the BatteryCharge the supplied Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL12 inserted into the camera, by connecting the supplied Charging

17Charging the BatteryFirst Steps4 Plug the Charging AC Adapter into an electrical outlet.• The camera’s charge lamp slowly blinks green to indicate t

iIntroductionFirst StepsA Basic Photography and Playback: Auto ModeC Shooting Suited for the SceneFTaking Pictures of Smiling Faces (Smart Portrait Mo

18Charging the BatteryFirst StepsB Notes on Charging AC Adapter• Do not use the Charging AC Adapter EH-68P with any device that is not supported.• Be

19Charging the BatteryFirst StepsTurning On and Off the CameraPress the power switch to turn on the camera. The power-on lamp (green) will light for a

20First StepsSetting Display Language, Date and TimeA language-selection dialog is displayed the first time the camera is turned on.1 Press the power

21Setting Display Language, Date and TimeFirst Steps5 Edit the date.• Rotate the rotary multi selector, or press H or I to edit the highlighted item.•

22First StepsInserting Memory CardsImage, sound, and movie files are stored in the camera’s internal memory (approx. 45 MB) or on removable memory car

23Inserting Memory CardsFirst StepsB Formatting a Memory CardIf the message at the right is displayed when the camera is turned on, the memory card mu

24Basic Photography and Playback: Auto ModeBasic Photography and Playback: Auto ModeStep 1 Turn the Camera On and Select A (Auto) ModeThis section des

25Step 1 Turn the Camera On and Select A (Auto) ModeBasic Photography and Playback: Auto ModeIndicators Displayed in A (Auto) ModeThe indicators and p

26Basic Photography and Playback: Auto ModeStep 2 Frame a Picture1 Ready the camera.• Hold the camera steadily in both hands. Keep your fingers, hair,

27Step 2 Frame a PictureBasic Photography and Playback: Auto ModeUsing the ZoomRotate the zoom control to activate optical zoom.Rotate in the directio

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 ModeStep 3 Focus and Shoot1 Press the shutter-release button halfway.• The camera focuses when the shutter-rele

29Step 3 Focus and ShootBasic Photography and Playback: Auto ModeB During RecordingWhile pictures are being recorded, the number of exposures remainin

30Basic Photography and Playback: Auto ModeStep 4 Viewing and Deleting PicturesViewing Pictures (Playback Mode)Press the c (playback) button.• The las

31Step 4 Viewing and Deleting PicturesBasic Photography and Playback: Auto ModeC Options Available in Playback ModeThe following options are available

32Basic Photography and Playback: Auto ModeUsing the FlashThe flash has a range of about 0.5 to 8.0 m (1 ft. 8 in. to 26 ft.) when the camera is zoome

33Using the FlashBasic Photography and Playback: Auto ModeB Shooting When Lighting is Poor and When the Flash is Disabled (W)• Use of a tripod is reco

34Basic Photography and Playback: Auto ModeTaking Pictures with the Self-TimerThe camera is equipped with a ten-second and two-second timer for self-p

35Basic Photography and Playback: Auto ModeMacro ModeMacro mode is used for taking pictures of objects as close as 2 cm (0.8 in.). Note that the flash

36Basic Photography and Playback: Auto ModeExposure CompensationExposure compensation is used to alter the exposure from the value suggested by the ca

37Shooting Suited for the SceneShooting Suited for the SceneShooting in Scene ModeCamera settings are automatically optimized for the selected subject

iiiFor Your SafetyObserve caution when handling the batteryThe battery may leak or explode if improperly handled. Observe the following precautions wh

38Shooting in Scene ModeShooting Suited for the SceneFeaturesThe following icons are used for descriptions in this section: X = flash mode (A 32), n =

39Shooting in Scene ModeShooting Suited for the Scene* Other settings can be selected.1 Fixed to slow sync with red-eye reduction.2 Other settings can

40Shooting in Scene ModeShooting Suited for the Scene1 Fill flash with slow sync and red-eye reduction. Other settings can be selected.2 Other setting

41Shooting in Scene ModeShooting Suited for the Scene* Other settings can be selected.* Other settings can be selected.O: Indicates a tripod is recomm

42Shooting in Scene ModeShooting Suited for the Scene* Other settings can be selected. Note that when shooting with the flash, the flash may be unable

43Shooting in Scene ModeShooting Suited for the Scene* Other settings can be selected.* Other settings can be selected.O: Indicates a tripod is recomm

44Shooting in Scene ModeShooting Suited for the Scene* Other settings can be selected.Q: Indicates pictures shot in this scene mode are processed auto

45Shooting in Scene ModeShooting Suited for the SceneShooting in the Scene Mode Selected by the Camera (Scene Auto Selector)By simply framing a pictur

46Shooting in Scene ModeShooting Suited for the SceneB Note on Scene Auto Selector ModeDepending upon shooting conditions, the camera may not select t

47Shooting in Scene ModeShooting Suited for the SceneTaking Pictures in Food ModeUse this mode when taking pictures of food.1 Display the shooting-mod

ivFor Your SafetyUse appropriate cablesWhen connecting cables to the input and output jacks, use only the cables provided or sold by Nikon for the pur

48Shooting in Scene ModeShooting Suited for the Scene4 Press the shutter-release button to take the picture.• Focus is locked when the shutter-release

49Shooting in Scene ModeShooting Suited for the SceneTaking Pictures for a PanoramaThe camera focuses on the subject in the center of the frame. Use a

50Shooting in Scene ModeShooting Suited for the Scene4 Shoot the second picture.• Compose the next picture so that it overlaps the first picture.• Rep

51Taking Pictures of Smiling Faces (Smart Portrait Mode)Taking Pictures of Smiling Faces (Smart Portrait Mode)Using Smart Portrait ModeAt the default

52Using Smart Portrait ModeTaking Pictures of Smiling Faces (Smart Portrait Mode)C Face Priority and Smiling Face Detection Features• Under some shoot

53Using Smart Portrait ModeTaking Pictures of Smiling Faces (Smart Portrait Mode)B Notes on Skin Softening• When taking pictures with skin softening,

54Focusing on a Moving Subject in Subject Tracking ModeFocusing on a Moving Subject in Subject Tracking ModeSubject Tracking ModeUse this mode to shoo

55Subject Tracking ModeFocusing on a Moving Subject in Subject Tracking Mode3 Press the shutter-release button to take the picture.• If the camera foc

56Subject Tracking ModeFocusing on a Moving Subject in Subject Tracking ModeSubject Tracking MenuThe subject tracking menu contains the following opti

57More on Playback/In-Camera EditingMore on Playback/In-Camera EditingViewing Multiple Pictures: Thumbnail PlaybackRotate the zoom control to f (h) in

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

58Viewing Multiple Pictures: Thumbnail PlaybackMore on Playback/In-Camera EditingC Icons on the ThumbnailsWhen pictures that are marked for Print set

59Viewing Multiple Pictures: Thumbnail PlaybackMore on Playback/In-Camera EditingCalendar DisplayRotate the zoom control towards f (h) during playback

60More on Playback/In-Camera EditingTaking a Closer Look: Playback ZoomRotating the zoom control to g (i) during full-frame playback mode (A 30) zooms

61More on Playback/In-Camera EditingViewing Pictures by Date (List by Date Mode)In the C list by date mode, you can playback only the images taken on

62Viewing Pictures by Date (List by Date Mode)More on Playback/In-Camera EditingUsing List by Date ModeThe following operations are possible from the

63Viewing Pictures by Date (List by Date Mode)More on Playback/In-Camera EditingList by Date MenuPress the d button in list by date mode to operate th

64More on Playback/In-Camera EditingImage Searching (Auto Sort Mode)Pictures and movies will automatically be sorted in any of the following folder na

65Image Searching (Auto Sort Mode)More on Playback/In-Camera EditingTypes of Folders and their Content* The pictures taken using Scene auto selector (

66Image Searching (Auto Sort Mode)More on Playback/In-Camera EditingAuto Sort ModeThe following operations are possible from the auto sort folder list

67More on Playback/In-Camera EditingVoice Memos: Recording and PlaybackUse the camera’s built-in microphone to record voice memos for pictures.Recordi

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

68Voice Memos: Recording and PlaybackMore on Playback/In-Camera EditingPlaying Voice MemosPictures for which voice memos have been recorded are indica

69More on Playback/In-Camera EditingEditing PicturesUse the COOLPIX S640 to edit pictures in-camera and store them as separate files (A 139).C Notes o

70Editing PicturesMore on Playback/In-Camera EditingD Original Pictures and Edited Copies• Copies created with editing functions are not deleted if th

71Editing PicturesMore on Playback/In-Camera EditingEnhancing Contrast and Saturation: Quick RetouchEasily create retouched images in which contrast a

72Editing PicturesMore on Playback/In-Camera EditingEnhancing Brightness and Contrast: D-LightingD-Lighting can be used to create copies with enhanced

73Editing PicturesMore on Playback/In-Camera EditingMaking Skin Appear Smoother: Skin SofteningSkin softening can be applied to faces that are detecte

74Editing PicturesMore on Playback/In-Camera EditingResizing Pictures: Small PictureCreate a small copy of the current picture. Small copies are store

75Editing PicturesMore on Playback/In-Camera EditingCreating a Cropped Copy: CropCreate a copy containing only the portion visible in the monitor when

76MoviesMoviesRecording MoviesTo shoot movies with sound recorded via the built-in microphone, select shooting mode and follow the steps below.1 Displ

77MoviesThe Movie MenuMovie options and Autofocus mode (A77) settings can be changed in the movie menu.Press the d button in movie mode to display the

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78MoviesMovie PlaybackIn full-frame playback mode (A 30), movies are recognized by the movie options (A 77) icons. To play a movie, display it in full

79Connecting to Televisions, Computers and PrintersConnecting to Televisions, Computers and PrintersConnecting to a TVConnect the camera to a televisi

80Connecting to Televisions, Computers and PrintersConnecting to a ComputerUse the supplied USB cable to connect the camera to a computer, and copy (t

81Connecting to a ComputerConnecting to Televisions, Computers and PrintersTransferring Pictures from the Camera to a Computer1 Start the computer to

82Connecting to a ComputerConnecting to Televisions, Computers and Printers5 Confirm that the source device is displayed in the transfer options Sourc

83Connecting to a ComputerConnecting to Televisions, Computers and PrintersC Using a Card ReaderThe pictures stored on the memory card inserted into a

84Connecting to a ComputerConnecting to Televisions, Computers and PrintersCharging While Connecting to a ComputerWhen connecting the camera to a comp

85Connecting to Televisions, Computers and PrintersConnecting to a PrinterUsers of PictBridge-compatible (A 157) printers can connect the camera direc

86Connecting to a PrinterConnecting to Televisions, Computers and PrintersConnecting the Camera to a Printer1 Turn off the camera.2 Turn on the printe

87Connecting to a PrinterConnecting to Televisions, Computers and PrintersB If the PictBridge Screen is not DisplayedTurn off the camera and disconnec