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Nikon Coolpix S3600s3600 User Manual

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  • Page 1 DIGITAL CAMERA User’s Manual For advanced use of the camera, read the Reference Manual (in pdf format) which is available in many languages including Hindi, Bengali, Tamil, Marathi and Telugu. See the reverse side for information to download the file.
  • Page 3 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 Technical Notes and Index...

  • Page 4: 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.

  • Page 5: About This Manual

    Downloading the “Reference Manual” Refer to the Reference Manual (PDF format) for more detailed information. The Reference Manual can be downloaded from the Nikon website. http://nikonimglib.com/manual/ The Reference Manual can be viewed using Adobe Reader, available for free download from...
  • Page 6 Other Information • Symbols and Conventions Symbol Description This icon marks cautions and information that should be read before using the camera. This icon marks notes and information that should be read before using the camera. A/E/ These icons indicate other pages containing relevant information; E*: “Reference Section”, F: “Technical Notes and Index”...

  • Page 7: Information And Precautions

    Before taking images on important occasions (such as at weddings or before taking the camera on a trip), take a test shot to ensure that the camera is functioning normally. Nikon will not be held liable for damages or lost profits that may result from product malfunction.
  • Page 8 • Nikon will not be held liable for any damages resulting from the use of this product. • While every effort was made to ensure that the information in the documentation is accurate and complete, we would appreciate it were you to bring any errors or omissions to the attention of the Nikon representative in your area (address provided separately).
  • Page 9 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.

  • Page 10: For Your Safety

    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.
  • Page 11 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.
  • Page 12 Turn the power off when using or sold by Nikon for the purpose, to inside an airplane or the hospital maintain compliance with product Turn the power off while inside the airplane regulations.

  • Page 13: Notices

    This device that are not expressly approved by equipment generates, uses, and can radiate Nikon Corporation may void the user’s radio frequency energy and, if not installed authority to operate the equipment. and used in accordance with the...
  • Page 14 Wash hands after handling. This symbol on the battery Nikon Inc., indicates that the battery is to be 1300 Walt Whitman Road collected separately. The Melville, New York 11747-3064...

  • Page 15: Table Of Contents

    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 Confirming the Package Contents....ii The Shutter-release Button ......27 About This Manual ..........iii Step 5 Play Back Images .........
  • Page 16 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 Reference Section ......... E1 Focusing............... 58 Using Face Detection .......... 58 Using Panorama Assist.......
  • Page 17 The Setup Menu ......... E59 Connecting the Camera to a Printer .................. 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 Menu (for A (Auto) Mode) Print Date (Imprinting Date and Time) ................
  • Page 18 Storage ..............F6 Troubleshooting ..........F7 Specifications ..........F16 Approved Memory Cards......F20 Index..............F22 Refer to the Reference Manual for pages indicated with E.

  • Page 19: Parts Of The Camera

    Parts of the Camera The Camera Body 2 3 4 5 Lens cover closed Shutter-release button........26 Self-timer lamp............. 48 AF-assist illuminator..........74 Zoom control............25 f: Wide-angle..........25 Lens g: Telephoto............ 25 Lens cover ............F2 h: Thumbnail playback......64 i: Playback zoom......... 63 Built-in microphone.........
  • Page 20 11 12 d button....... 4, 53, 65, 70, 73 Charge lamp............13 Flash lamp............... 45 Monitor ................6 b (e movie-record) button..... 67 Speaker A (shooting mode) button Tripod socket..........F18 ............22, 33, 38, 40, 42 Battery-chamber/ c (playback) button ........28 memory card slot cover......

  • Page 21: Attaching The Camera Strap

    Attaching the Camera Strap...

  • Page 22: Using Menus (The D Button)

    Using Menus (the d Button) Use the multi selector and the k button to navigate the menus. Press the d button. Press the multi selector J. • The menu is displayed. • The current menu icon is displayed in yellow. Shooting menu Image mode White balance...
  • Page 23 Press the k button. Select a menu option. • The settings for the option you selected are displayed. Photo VR Welcome screen Time zone and date Monitor settings Print date Photo VR Motion detection AF assist Press the k button. Select a setting.

  • Page 24: The Monitor

    The Monitor The information that is displayed in the monitor during shooting and playback changes depending on the camera’s settings and state of use. By default, information is displayed when the camera is turned on and when you operate the camera, and turns off after a few seconds (when Photo info is set to Auto info in Monitor settings (A73)).
  • Page 25 Focus area (subject tracking)....E38 Shooting mode ....22, 33, 38, 40, 42 Flash mode............. 45 Shutter speed............27 ISO sensitivity ........54, E35 Macro mode ............49 Zoom indicator ..........25, 49 Battery level indicator ........20 Print date..........73, E64 Focus indicator ............ 26 AE/AF-L indicator...........E4 “Date not set”...

  • Page 26: Playback Mode

    Playback Mode 5 6 7 8 9 10 999 / 999 999 / 999 9999 / 9999 9999 / 9999 999 / 999 999 / 999 29m00s 29m00s 29m00s 29m00s 9999. JPG 9999. JPG 15 / 05 / 2014 15:30 15 / 05 / 2014 15:30...
  • Page 27 Image mode ..........54, E28 Album icon in favorite pictures mode.......E5 Movie options........70, E56 Category icon in Small picture icon.......65, E17 auto sort mode ..........E9 Crop icon ..........63, E18 List by date icon ..........E10 Volume indicator ..........71 Protect icon..........65, E50 Quick effects guide Print order icon ........65, E45 Movie playback guide...

  • Page 28: The Basics Of Shooting And Playback

    The Basics of Shooting and Playback Preparation 1 Insert the Battery Open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover. Insert the battery. Battery latch • Push the orange battery latch in the direction indicated by the arrow ( 1 ), and fully insert the battery ( 2 ). •...
  • Page 29 Close the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover. Removing the Battery Turn the camera off and make sure that the power-on lamp and monitor have turned off, and then open the battery- chamber/memory card slot cover. Move the battery latch in the direction indicated by the arrow ( 1 ) to eject the battery ( 2 ).

  • Page 30: Preparation 2 Charge The Battery

    Preparation 2 Charge the Battery Prepare the included Charging AC Adapter. • If a plug adapter* is included with your camera, attach the plug adapter to the plug on the Charging AC Adapter. Push the plug adapter firmly until it is securely held in place. Once the two are connected, attempting to forcibly remove the plug adapter could damage the product.
  • Page 31 Charge lamp Description Flashes slowly The battery is charging. (green) When charging is complete, the charge lamp stops flashing green and turns off. About 2 hours and 50 minutes are required to charge a fully exhausted battery. • The ambient temperature is not suited to charging. Charge the battery indoors with an ambient temperature of 5°C to 35°C (41°F to 95°F).

  • Page 32: Preparation 3 Insert A Memory Card

    Preparation 3 Insert a Memory Card Turn off the camera and open the battery- chamber/memory card slot cover. Insert the memory card. Memory card slot • Slide the memory card in until it clicks into place. Be Careful to Insert the Memory Card in Correct Direction Inserting the memory card upside down or backwards could damage the camera and memory card.

  • Page 33: Internal Memory And Memory Cards

    Formatting a Memory Card The first time you insert a memory card that has been used in another device into this camera, make sure to format it with this camera. Insert the memory card into the camera, press the d button, and select Format card in the setup menu.

  • Page 34: Preparation 4 Setting The Display Language, Date, And Time

    Preparation 4 Setting the Display Language, Date, and Time When the camera is turned on for the first time, the language-selection screen and the date and time setting screen for the camera clock are displayed. • If you exit without setting the date and time, O will flash when the shooting screen is displayed.
  • Page 35 Select your home time zone and London, Casablanca press the k button. • To enable daylight saving time, press H. When the daylight saving time function is enabled, W is displayed above the map. To disable the daylight saving time function, press I.
  • Page 36 Changing the Language or the Date and Time Setting • You can change these settings using the Language and Time zone and date settings in the z setup menu (A73). • You can enable or disable daylight saving time in the z setup menu by selecting Time zone and date followed by Time zone.

  • Page 38: Step 1 Turn The Camera On

    Step 1 Turn the Camera On Press the power switch. • The monitor turns on. • To turn the camera off, press the power switch again. Check the battery level indicator and the number of exposures remaining. Battery Level Indicator Number of exposures remaining Display...
  • Page 39 The Auto Off Function Flashes No operations No operations performed performed 3 min 8m 0s 8m 0s 1400 1400 Camera enters standby mode. Camera turns off. • The time that elapses before the camera enters standby mode is about one minute. The time can be changed using the Auto off setting in the setup menu (A73).

  • Page 40: Step 2 Select A Shooting Mode

    Step 2 Select a Shooting Mode Press the A button. Use the multi selector HI to select Scene auto selector a shooting mode and press the k button. • x (scene auto selector) mode is used in this example. • The shooting mode setting is saved even after the camera is turned off.

  • Page 41: Available Shooting Modes

    Available Shooting Modes Scene auto selector The camera automatically selects the optimum scene mode when you frame an image, making it even easier to take images using settings that suit the scene. Scene Camera settings are optimized according to the scene that you select. Special effects Effects can be applied to images during shooting.

  • Page 42: Step 3 Frame A Picture

    Step 3 Frame a Picture Hold the camera steady. • Keep fingers and other objects away from the lens, flash, AF assist-illuminator, microphone, and speaker. • When taking pictures in portrait (“tall”) orientation, turn the camera so that the flash is above the lens. Frame the picture.

  • Page 43: Using The Zoom

    When Using a Tripod • We recommend using a tripod to stabilize the camera in the following situations: - When shooting in dim lighting - When shooting with the flash mode (A46) set to W (off) - When using the telephoto setting •...

  • Page 44: Step 4 Focus And Shoot

    Step 4 Focus and Shoot Press the shutter-release button halfway. • When the subject is in focus, the focus area glows green (multiple focus areas can glow green). • When you are using digital zoom, the camera focuses in the center of the frame and the focus area is not displayed.

  • Page 45: The Shutter-Release Button

    The Shutter-release Button To set focus and exposure (shutter speed and aperture value), press the shutter-release button lightly until you feel a slight Press halfway resistance. Focus and exposure remain locked while the shutter- release button is pressed halfway. Press the shutter-release button all the way to release the shutter and take an image.

  • Page 46: Step 5 Play Back Images

    Step 5 Play Back Images Press the c (playback) button. • If you press and hold down the c (playback) button while the camera is turned off, the camera turns on in playback mode. Use the multi selector to select an image to Display the previous image display.
  • Page 47 The Quick Effects Function 4 / 4 4 / 4 • When e is displayed in full-frame playback mode, you can press the k button to apply an effect to the image. • When the effect selection screen is displayed, use the multi selector HIJK to select an effect, press the k button, and then select Yes in the confirmation dialog and press the k 0004.

  • Page 48: Step 6 Delete Images

    Step 6 Delete Images Press the l button to delete the image currently displayed in the monitor. Use the multi selector HI to select the desired deletion method and press the k Delete button. Current image • To exit without deleting, press the d button. Erase selected images All images Select Yes and press the k button.
  • Page 49 Operating the Erase Selected Images Screen Use the multi selector JK to select an image Erase selected images to be deleted, and then use H to display K. • To undo the selection, press I to remove K. • Move the zoom control (A1) toward g (i) to switch to full-frame playback or f (h) to switch to thumbnail playback.

  • Page 50: Shooting Features

    Shooting Features x (Scene Auto Selector) Mode The camera automatically selects the optimum scene mode when you frame an image, making it even easier to take images using settings that suit the scene. Enter shooting mode M A (shooting mode) button M x (scene auto selector) M k button When the camera selects a scene mode, the shooting mode icon displayed in the shooting screen changes to that for the scene mode currently enabled.

  • Page 51: Scene Mode (Shooting Suited To Scenes)

    Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes) When a scene is selected, camera settings are automatically optimized for the selected scene. Enter shooting mode M A (shooting mode) button M b (second icon from the top*) M K M HI M select a scene M k button * The icon for the last scene selected is displayed.

  • Page 52: Tips And Notes

    Tips and Notes d Sports • While the shutter-release button is held all the way down, the camera shoots up to about 6 images continuously at a rate of about 1.1 fps (when image mode is set to x). • The frame rate for continuous shooting may vary depending on the current image mode setting, the memory card used, or shooting conditions.
  • Page 53 k Close-up • Macro mode (A49) is enabled and the camera automatically zooms to the closest position at which it can focus. • You can move the focus area. Press the k button, use the multi selector HIJK to move the focus area, and press the k button to apply the setting.
  • Page 54 o Backlighting • The flash always fires. U Panorama assist • You can use this mode when shooting a series of images that can later be joined on a computer to form a single panorama. • Select the direction in which to add images to the panorama by using the multi selector HIJK and then press the k button.
  • Page 55 O Pet portrait • When you point the camera at a dog or cat, the camera detects the pet’s face and focuses on it. By default, the camera detects a dog or cat face and automatically releases the shutter (pet portrait auto release).

  • Page 56: Special Effects Mode (Applying Effects When Shooting)

    Special Effects Mode (Applying Effects When Shooting) Effects can be applied to images during shooting. Enter shooting mode M A (shooting mode) button M D (third icon from the top*) M K M HI M select an effect M k button * The icon of the last effect selected is displayed.
  • Page 57 Category Description Gives the entire image a yellowish hue and darkens the image Toy camera effect 1 periphery. Decreases the color saturation of the entire image and darkens the Toy camera effect 2 image periphery. o Cross process Gives the image a mysterious appearance based on a specific color. •...

  • Page 58: Smart Portrait Mode (Capturing Images Of Smiling Faces)

    Smart Portrait Mode (Capturing Images of Smiling Faces) When the camera detects a smiling face, you can take an image automatically without pressing the shutter-release button (smile timer (A55)). You can use the skin softening option to smooth the skin tones of human faces. Enter shooting mode M A (shooting mode) button M F Smart portrait M k button Frame the picture.
  • Page 59 When the Self-timer Lamp Flashes When using smile timer, the self-timer lamp flashes when the camera detects a face and flashes quickly immediately after the shutter is released. Functions Available in Smart Portrait Mode • Flash mode (A45) • Self-timer (A47) •...

  • Page 60: A (Auto) Mode

    A (Auto) Mode Used for general shooting. Settings can be adjusted to suit the shooting conditions and the type of shot you want to capture. Enter shooting mode M A (shooting mode) button M A (auto) mode M k button •...

  • Page 61: Using Quick Effects

    Using Quick Effects When in A (auto) mode, you can apply effects to images immediately after releasing the shutter. • The edited image is saved as a separate file with a different name. Press the k button when the image is Quick effects displayed after it is taken in A (auto) mode.

  • Page 62: Functions That Can Be Set Using The Multi Selector

    Functions That Can Be Set Using the Multi Selector The functions that are available vary depending on the shooting mode, as shown below. A (auto) Special Smart (scene auto Scene effects portrait mode selector) X Flash mode (A45) n Self-timer (A47) p Macro mode (A49) –...

  • Page 63: Using The Flash

    Using the Flash You can select a flash mode to match the shooting conditions. Press the multi selector H (m). Select the desired flash mode (A46) and Auto press the k button. • If a setting is not applied by pressing the k button within a few seconds, the selection will be canceled.
  • Page 64 Available Flash Modes Auto The flash fires when necessary, such as in dim lighting. • The flash mode icon on the shooting screen is displayed only immediately after the setting is made. Auto with red-eye reduction Reduce “red-eye” in portraits caused by the flash. The flash does not fire.

  • Page 65: Using The Self-Timer

    Using the Self-timer The camera is equipped with a self-timer that releases the shutter about ten seconds or two seconds after you press the shutter-release button. Set Photo VR to Off in the setup menu (A73) when using a tripod to stabilize the camera during shooting.
  • Page 66 Press the shutter-release button the rest of the way down. • Countdown starts. The self-timer lamp flashes and then glows steadily about one second before the shutter is released. • When the shutter is released, the self-timer is set to OFF. 1/250 1/250 F3.7...

  • Page 67: Using Macro Mode

    Using Macro Mode Use macro mode when taking close-up images. Press the multi selector I (p). Select ON and press the k button. Macro mode • If the setting is not applied by pressing the k button within a few seconds, the selection will be canceled. Move the zoom control to set the zoom ratio to a position where F and the zoom indicator glow green.

  • Page 68: Adjusting Brightness (Exposure Compensation)

    Adjusting Brightness (Exposure Compensation) You can adjust overall image brightness. Press the multi selector K (o). Select a compensation value and press the k Exposure compensation button. • To brighten the image, set a positive (+) value. • To darken the image, set a negative (–) value. •...

  • Page 69: Default Settings

    Default Settings Default settings for each shooting mode are described below. Exposure Flash mode Self-timer Macro mode compensation (A45) (A47) (A49) (A50) x (scene auto selector) U Scene b (portrait) c (landscape) d (sports) e (night portrait) f (party/indoor) Z (beach) z (snow) h (sunset) i (dusk/dawn)
  • Page 70 Exposure Flash mode Self-timer Macro mode compensation (A45) (A47) (A49) (A50) o (backlighting) U (panorama assist) O (pet portrait) D (special effects) F (smart portrait) A (auto) U (auto flash) or W (off) can be selected. When U (auto flash) is selected, the camera automatically selects the flash mode appropriate for the scene it has been selected.

  • Page 71: Functions That Can Be Set With The D Button (Shooting Menu)

    Functions That Can Be Set with the d Button (Shooting Menu) The settings listed below can be changed by pressing the d button during shooting (A4). Image mode White balance Continuous ISO sensitivity Color options 8m 0s 8m 0s 1400 1400 AF area mode Autofocus mode...

  • Page 72: Options Available In The Shooting Menu

    Options Available in the Shooting Menu Option Description Allows you to set the combination of image size and image Image mode quality used when saving images. • Default setting: x 5152×3864 Allows you to adjust white balance to suit the weather conditions or light source in order to make the colors in White balance images match what you see with your eyes.
  • Page 73 Option Description Allows you to select the skin softening level for human faces. Skin softening • Default setting: Normal Allows you to select whether or not the camera automatically Smile timer releases the shutter when it detects a human smiling face. •...

  • Page 74: Functions That Cannot Be Used Simultaneously

    Functions That Cannot Be Used Simultaneously Some functions cannot be used with other menu options. Restricted function Option Description When a setting other than Single is selected, the Continuous (A54) flash cannot be used. Flash mode When Blink proof is set to On, the flash cannot be Blink proof (A55) used.
  • Page 75 Restricted function Option Description Quick effects cannot be applied to images Quick effects Continuous (A54) immediately after they are taken with continuous shooting. When Quick effects is set to On while shooting still Quick effects Monitor settings images, the captured image is displayed after (A54) shooting, regardless of the Image review setting.

  • Page 76: Focusing

    Focusing The focus area varies depending on the shooting mode. Using Face Detection When the camera is pointed at a human face in the shooting modes as shown below, the camera automatically detects the face and focuses on it. • e/b Portrait, h/c Night portrait, or d Backlighting in x (scene auto selector) mode (A32) •...

  • Page 77: Using Skin Softening

    Using Skin Softening When the shutter is released while using one of the shooting modes listed below, the camera detects human faces and processes the image to soften facial skin tones (up to three faces). • Smart portrait mode (A40) - The skin softening level can be adjusted.

  • Page 78: Using Target Finding Af

    Using Target Finding AF When AF area mode (A54) in A (auto) mode is set to Target finding AF, the camera focuses in the manner described below when you press the shutter-release button halfway. • The camera detects the main subject and focuses on it. When the subject is in focus, the focus area glows green.

  • Page 79: Subjects Not Suitable For Autofocus

    Subjects Not Suitable for Autofocus The camera may not focus as expected in the following situations. In some rare cases, the subject may not be in focus despite the fact that the focus area or the focus indicator glows green: •...

  • Page 80: Focus Lock

    Focus Lock Focus lock shooting is recommended when the camera does not activate the focus area that contains the desired subject. Set AF area mode to Center in A (auto) mode (A54). Position the subject in the center of the frame and press the shutter- release button halfway.

  • Page 81: Playback Features

    Playback Features Playback Zoom Moving the zoom control toward g (i) in full-frame playback mode (A28) zooms in on the image. Display area guide 4 / 4 4 / 4 0004. JPG 0004. JPG 15 / 05 / 2014 15:30 15 / 05 / 2014 15:30 Full-frame Playback Image is zoomed in...

  • Page 82: Thumbnail Playback/Calendar Display

    Thumbnail Playback/Calendar Display Moving the zoom control toward f (h) in full-frame playback mode (A28) displays images as thumbnails. 1 / 20 1 / 20 1 / 20 1 / 20 2014 Fr i 10 10 10 11 11 11 12 12 12 13 13 13 14 14 14...

  • Page 83: Functions That Can Be Set With The D Button (Playback Menu)

    Functions That Can Be Set with the d Button (Playback Menu) When viewing images in full-frame playback mode or thumbnail playback mode, you can configure the menu operations listed below by pressing the d button (A4). Option Description Allows you to create retouched copies in which contrast and Quick retouch* saturation have been enhanced.
  • Page 84 Option Description Allows you to add images to an album. Favorite pictures This option is not displayed in favorite pictures mode. Remove from Allows you to remove images from an album. favorites This option is displayed only in favorite pictures mode. * Edited images are saved as separate files.

  • Page 85: Recording And Playing Back Movies

    Recording and Playing Back Movies Recording Movies Display the shooting screen. • Check the remaining amount of movie recording time. • When the Photo info option in Monitor settings (A73) in the setup menu is set to Movie frame+auto info, the area that will be visible in the movie can be confirmed before movie recording starts.
  • Page 86 Maximum Movie Length Individual movie files cannot exceed 2 GB in size or 29 minutes in length, even when there is sufficient free space on the memory card for longer recording. • The maximum movie length for a single movie is displayed on the shooting screen. •...
  • Page 87 Notes About Vibration Reduction During Movie Recording • When Movie VR in the movie menu (A70) is set to On (hybrid), the angle of view (i.e., the area visible in the frame) becomes narrower during movie recording. • When using a tripod to stabilize the camera during shooting, set Movie VR to Off to prevent potential errors caused by this function.

  • Page 88: Functions That Can Be Set With The D Button (Movie Menu)

    Functions That Can Be Set with the d Button (Movie Menu) Enter shooting mode M d button M D menu icon M k button The settings of the menu options listed below can be configured. Movie options Autofocus mode Movie VR Wind noise reduction Option Description...

  • Page 89: Playing Back Movies

    Playing Back Movies Press the c button to enter playback mode. Movies are indicated by the movie options icon (A70). Press the k button to play back movies. 0010. AVI 0010. AVI 15 / 05 / 2014 15:30 15 / 05 / 2014 15:30 Movie options •...
  • Page 90 Operation During Movie Playback Playback controls are displayed at the bottom of the monitor. The operations listed below can be performed by using the multi selector JK to select a control and then pressing the k button. Paused Function Icon Description Hold down the k button to rewind the movie.

  • Page 91: General Camera Setup

    General Camera Setup Functions That Can Be Set with the d Button (Setup Menu) Press the d button M z (setup) menu icon M k button The settings of the menu options listed below can be configured. Welcome screen Time zone and date Monitor settings Print date Photo VR...
  • Page 92 Option Description AF assist Allows you to enable or disable the AF-assist illuminator. Digital zoom Allows you to enable and disable digital zoom. Sound settings Allows you to adjust sound settings. Allows you to set the amount of time that passes before the Auto off monitor turns off to save power.

  • Page 93: Connecting The Camera To A Tv, Computer, Or Printer

    Connecting the Camera to a TV, Computer, or Printer Connection Methods You can enhance your enjoyment of images and movies by connecting the camera to a TV, computer, or printer. USB/audio/video output connector Open the connector cover. Insert the plug straight. •...
  • Page 94 Viewing images on a TV Images and movies captured with the camera can be viewed on a TV. Connection method: Connect the video and audio plugs of an optional audio video cable to the TV’s input jacks. Viewing and organizing images on a computer You can transfer images to a computer to perform simple retouching and manage image data.

  • Page 95: Using Viewnx 2

    • An Internet connection is required. Compatible Operating Systems Windows Windows 8.1, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows XP OS X 10.9, 10.8, 10.7 Refer to the Nikon website for details on system requirements, including the latest information on operating system compatibility.
  • Page 96 Start the computer and insert the ViewNX 2 CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive. • Windows: If instructions for operating the CD-ROM are displayed in the window, follow the instructions to proceed to the installation window. • Mac: When the ViewNX 2 window is displayed, double-click the Welcome icon. Select a language in the language selection dialog to open the installation window.
  • Page 97 The following software is installed: • ViewNX 2 (consisting of the three modules below) - Nikon Transfer 2: For transferring images to the computer - ViewNX 2: For viewing, editing, and printing transferred images - Nikon Movie Editor: For basic editing of transferred movies •...

  • Page 98: Transferring Images To The Computer

    Transferring Images to the Computer Choose how images will be copied to the computer. Choose one of the following methods: • Direct USB connection: Turn the camera off and ensure that the memory card is inserted in the camera. Connect the camera to the computer using the USB cable. The camera automatically turns on.
  • Page 99 File using Nikon Transfer 2 and click 2 Double-click Import File. If the memory card contains a large number of images, it may take a while for Nikon Transfer 2 to start. Wait until Nikon Transfer 2 starts. Connecting the USB Cable The connection may not be recognized if the camera is connected to the computer via a USB hub.

  • Page 100: Viewing Images

    Terminate the connection. • If the camera is connected to the computer, turn the camera off and disconnect the USB cable. If you are using a card reader or card slot, choose the appropriate option in the computer operating system to eject the removable disk corresponding to the memory card, and then remove the card from the card reader or card slot.
  • Page 101 Technical Notes and Index Caring for the Product............F2 The Camera........................F2 The Battery........................F4 Charging AC Adapter ....................F5 Memory Cards........................F5 Cleaning and Storage.............F6 Cleaning...........................F6 Storage ..........................F6 Troubleshooting............. F7 Specifications..............F16 Approved Memory Cards ..................F20 Index ................F22...

  • Page 102: Caring For The Product

    Caring for the Product The Camera To ensure continued enjoyment of this Nikon product, observe the precautions described below in addition to the warnings in “For Your Safety” (Aviii-x) when using or storing the device. Keep Dry The device will be damaged if immersed in water or subjected to high humidity.
  • Page 103 • Images in the monitor may be difficult to see under bright lighting. • The monitor is lit by an LED backlight. Should the monitor begin to dim or flicker, contact your Nikon-authorized service representative.

  • Page 104: The Battery

    The Battery Be sure to read and follow the warnings in “For Your Safety” (Aviii-x) before use. • Check the battery level before using the camera and replace or charge the battery if necessary. Do not continue charging once the battery is fully charged as this will result in reduced battery performance.

  • Page 105: Charging Ac Adapter

    • Replace the battery when it no longer holds a charge. Used batteries are a valuable resource. Please recycle used batteries in accordance with local regulations. Charging AC Adapter Be sure to read and follow the warnings in “For Your Safety” (Aviii-x) before use. •...

  • Page 106: Storage

    Cleaning and Storage Cleaning Do not use alcohol, thinner, or other volatile chemicals. Avoid touching the lens with your fingers. Remove dust or lint with a blower (typically a small device with a rubber bulb attached to one end that is pumped to produce a stream of air out the other end).

  • Page 107: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting If the camera fails to function as expected, check the list of common problems below before consulting your retailer or Nikon-authorized service representative. Power, Display, Settings Issues Problem Cause/Solution Wait for recording to end. If the problem persists, turn the camera off.
  • Page 108 Problem Cause/Solution • The camera automatically turns off to save power (auto off function). • The camera and battery may not work properly at low temperatures. The camera turns off without • The inside of the camera has become hot. Leave –...
  • Page 109 Problem Cause/Solution No indicators displayed in Hide info is selected for Photo info in Monitor 73, E62 monitor. settings in the setup menu. Time zone and date has not been set in the 16, 73, E60 Print date not available. setup menu.
  • Page 110 Problem Cause/Solution • The subject is too close. Try shooting using 32, 35, 49 macro mode or x (scene auto selector) mode, or Close-up scene mode. The camera cannot focus. • The subject is hard to focus on. 74, E67 •...
  • Page 111 Problem Cause/Solution Bright specks appear in The flash is reflecting off particles in the air. Set the flash mode setting to W (off). images captured with flash. • The flash mode is set to W (off). • A scene mode that restricts the flash is selected. Flash does not fire.
  • Page 112 Problem Cause/Solution Images appear smeared. The lens is dirty. Clean the lens. 35, 54, E30 Colors are unnatural. White balance is not adjusted properly. The subject is dark and the shutter speed is too Randomly spaced bright slow, or ISO sensitivity is too high. Noise can be pixels (“noise”) appear in reduced by: image.
  • Page 113 Problem Cause/Solution • In some shooting conditions, facial skin tones may not be softened. 65, E15 Skin tones are not softened. • For images containing four or more faces, try using the Skin softening effect in Glamour retouch in the playback menu. It may take more time to save images in the following situations: •...
  • Page 114 • The camera is not recognized by the computer. – start when the camera is • The computer is not set to start Nikon Transfer 2 connected to a computer. automatically. For more information about Nikon Transfer 2, refer to help information...
  • Page 115 Problem Cause/Solution With some PictBridge-compatible printers, the The PictBridge startup screen PictBridge startup screen may not be displayed is not displayed when the and it may be impossible to print images when 74, E71 camera is connected to a Auto is selected for Charge by computer in the printer.

  • Page 116: Specifications

    Specifications Nikon COOLPIX S3600 Digital Camera Type Compact digital camera Number of effective pixels 20.1 million Image sensor -in. type CCD; total pixels: approx. 20.48 million Lens NIKKOR lens with 8× optical zoom Focal length 4.5–36.0 mm (angle of view equivalent to that of 25–200 mm lens...
  • Page 117 Storage Media Internal memory (approx. 25 MB), SD/SDHC/SDXC memory card File system DCF, Exif 2.3, and DPOF compliant File formats Still pictures: JPEG Sound files (Voice Memo): WAV Movies: AVI (Motion-JPEG compliant) Image size • 20M (High) [5152×3864P] (pixels) • 20M [5152×3864] •...
  • Page 118 Flash Range (approx.) [W]: 0.5–3.5 m (1 ft 8 in.–11 ft) (ISO sensitivity: Auto) [T]: 1.5–2.0 m (5 ft–6 ft 6 in.) Flash control TTL auto flash with monitor preflashes Interface Hi-Speed USB Data transfer protocol MTP, PTP Video output Can be selected from NTSC and PAL I/O terminal Audio/video (A/V) output;...
  • Page 119 Approx. 47 g (1.7 oz) (excluding plug adapter) For Argentina and Korea: Approx. 72 g (2.6 oz) Specifications • Nikon will not be held liable for any errors this manual may contain. • The appearance of this product and its specifications are subject to change without notice.

  • Page 120: Approved Memory Cards

    Approved Memory Cards The following Secure Digital (SD) memory cards have been tested and approved for use in this camera. • Memory cards with an SD Speed Class rating of 6 or faster are recommended for recording movies. Movie recording may stop unexpectedly when memory cards with a lower Speed Class rating are used.
  • Page 121 • SDXC, SDHC, and SD Logos are trademarks of SD-3C, LLC. • PictBridge is a trademark. • All other trade names mentioned in this manual or the other documentation provided with your Nikon product are the trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. FreeType License (FreeType2) •...

  • Page 122: Index

    Index o Exposure compensation ....... 50 Symbols R ............E4 x Scene auto selector mode ....32 A Auto mode........... 42 b Scene mode ..........33 AC adapter ........75, E80 D Special effects mode ......38 Adding favorite pictures....66, E5 F Smart portrait mode......
  • Page 123 Cyanotype ............ E36 Battery-chamber/memory card slot cover ..............2, 11, 14 Beach Z..............33 Date and time ........17, E60 Best Shot Selector......35, E33 Date format........17, E60 Black and white copy n ......35 Daylight............E30 Black-and-white ........E36 Daylight saving time ..
  • Page 124 Fill flash..............46 Fireworks show m ........... 35 Identifier............E79 Firmware version......74, E74 Image mode....54, E28, E29 Fixed range auto........E35 Image review ..........E62 Flash ................45 Image size.......... 54, E28 Flash lamp ............. 2, 45 Imprinting date and time..73, E64 Flash mode ..........
  • Page 125 Power-on lamp..........1, 20 Night landscape j ......... 34 Preset manual..........E31 Night portrait e..........33 Pressing halfway ..........27 Nikon Transfer 2 ........79, 81 Print..65, 76, E23, E25, E45 Nostalgic sepia E ........... 38 Print date Number of exposures remaining ....
  • Page 126 Sports d..............34 SSCN..............E79 Scene auto selector ......... 32 Standard color......... 54, E36 Scene mode ..........33, 34 Strap ................3 Selective color I ..........38 Subject tracking ....E38, E40 Self-timer..............47 Sunset h............... 33 Self-timer lamp ......... 1, 41, 48 Super vivid k............
  • Page 127 Volume ..........71, E53 WAV ..............E79 Welcome screen......73, E59 White balance ......... 54, E30 Wide-angle............25 Wind noise reduction..7, 70, E58 Zoom control ........1, 25, 71 Zooming in/out ..........25 Refer to the Reference Manual for pages indicated with E.
  • Page 128 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 written authorization from NIKON CORPORATION. Please visit the Nikon website below to download the Reference Manual in English. http://nikonimglib.com/manual/ Printed in China...

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