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Nikon COOLPIX S6800 Quick Start Manual

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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Quick Start Guide Confirming the Package Contents First Steps Shooting and Playback Using ViewNX 2 Other Functions For Your Safety...
  • Page 2 Nikon COOLPIX digital camera is designed to the highest standards and includes complex electronic circuitry. Only Nikon accessories, such as battery chargers, batteries, Charging AC Adapters, and AC adapters are certified by Nikon specifically for your Nikon COOLPIX camera and are engineered and tested to operate within the requirements of the electronic circuitry of our cameras.

  • Page 3: Confirming The Package Contents

    Confirming the Package Contents In the event that any items are missing, please contact the store where you purchased the camera. COOLPIX S6800 Digital Camera Camera Strap Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL19 Charging AC Adapter EH-71P* USB Cable UC-E21 Quick Start Guide (this guide)
  • Page 4 Parts of the Camera Power switch/power-on lamp Multi selector k (apply selection) button Zoom control l (delete) button Shutter-release button d button Charge lamp/flash lamp b (e movie-record) button Battery-chamber/memory card slot cover A (shooting mode) button Monitor c (playback) button Confirming the Package Contents...

  • Page 5: First Steps

    First Steps Attach the Camera Strap Step Insert the Battery and Memory Card Step If a memory card is inserted in the camera, image’s data is saved on the memory card. If no memory card is inserted in the camera, the data is saved to the camera’s internal memory.
  • Page 6 2 Insert the battery. Battery latch Push the orange battery latch in the direction indicated by the arrow ( 1 ), and fully insert the battery ( 2 ). The battery locks into place when inserted correctly. Be Careful to Insert the Battery in Correct Direction Inserting the battery upside down or backwards could damage the camera.
  • Page 7 4 Close the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover. Removing the Battery and Memory Card 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. The camera, battery, and memory card may be hot immediately after using the camera. Removing the Battery Move the battery latch in the direction indicated by the arrow ( 1 ) to eject the battery ( 2 ).
  • Page 8 Charge the Battery Step Use the included Charging AC Adapter and USB cable to charge the battery while it is in the camera. 1 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.
  • Page 9 2 Make sure the battery is installed in the camera, and then connect the camera to the Charging AC Adapter in order of 1 to 3. Make sure that the plugs are properly oriented. Do not insert or remove the plugs at an angle when connecting or disconnecting them.
  • Page 10 Turn On the Camera Step Press the power switch. The monitor turns on. The Auto Off Function 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 (A27). While the camera is in standby mode, the monitor turns back on if you perform any of the following operations: - Press the power switch, shutter-release button, A (shooting mode) button,...
  • Page 11 Select a Language and Set the Camera Clock Step 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. Use the multi selector to make the settings. If you exit without setting the date and time, O will flash when the shooting screen is displayed.
  • Page 12 Date format Date and time Year/Month/Day Month/Day/Year Day/Month/Year Edit Edit Select the date format and press the Edit the date and time. k button. Select a field: Press JK (changes between M, D, Y, hour, and minute). Edit the date and time: Press HI. Confirm the settings: Select the minute field and press the k button.
  • Page 13 Imprinting the Date and Time on Images While Taking Images After setting the date and time, enable the Print date option in the z (setup) menu (A27). Display the z (setup) menu using the following procedure and change the settings. Press the d button ➝...

  • Page 14: Shooting And Playback

    Shooting and Playback Check the Battery Level and the Number of Step Exposures Remaining Battery Level Indicator Number of exposures Display Description remaining The battery level is high. The battery level is low. The camera cannot capture images. Battery exhausted. Recharge the battery.
  • Page 15 Hold the Camera and Frame a Picture Step 1 Hold the camera steady in both hands. Keep fingers and other objects away from the lens, flash, etc. 2 Frame the picture. Shooting mode icon When the camera automatically determines the scene mode, the shooting mode icon changes.
  • Page 16 Focus and Shoot Step 1 Press the shutter-release button halfway, i.e., press the button lightly until you feel a slight resistance. When the subject is in focus, the focus area glows green (multiple focus areas can glow green). Focus area Flash lamp When you are using digital zoom, the camera focuses in the center of the frame and the focus area is not displayed.
  • Page 17 2 Without lifting your finger, press the shutter-release button the rest of the way down to take the picture. The shutter is released and the image is saved. If you press the shutter-release button with too much force, the camera may shake, causing images to be blurred.
  • Page 18 Deleting Unwanted Images To delete the image currently displayed in the monitor, 4 / 4 4 / 4 press the l (delete) button. When the deletion screen is displayed, use the multi selector HI to select Current image and press the k 0004.

  • Page 19: Using Viewnx 2

    ViewNX 2™ Installing ViewNX 2 Step An Internet connection is required. For system requirements and other information, see the Nikon website for your region. .1 Start the computer and download the ViewNX 2 installer from the URL below. http://nikonimglib.com/nvnx/ .2 Double-click the installer file.
  • Page 20 .3 Follow the on-screen instructions to install the software. .4 Exit the install. Windows: Click Yes. Mac: Click OK. Transferring Images to the Computer Step .1 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.
  • Page 21 Nikon Transfer 2 and click OK. 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 22 .2 Transfer images to the computer. Click Start Transfer. Start Transfer At default settings, all the images on the memory card will be copied to the computer. .3 Terminate the connection. If the camera is connected to the computer, turn the camera off and disconnect the USB cable.
  • Page 23 Viewing Images Step Start ViewNX 2. Images are displayed in ViewNX 2 when transfer is complete. Consult online help for more information on using ViewNX 2. Starting ViewNX 2 Manually Windows: Double-click the ViewNX 2 shortcut on the desktop. Mac: Click the ViewNX 2 icon in the Dock. Using ViewNX 2...

  • Page 24: Other Functions

    Other Functions Flash Mode, Self-Timer, Macro Mode, and Exposure Compensation Use the multi selector in shooting mode to apply the following settings. Availability depends on the setting. Flash Mode Auto The flash modes available are U (auto), V (auto with red-eye reduction), W (off ), X (fill flash), and Y (slow sync) modes.
  • Page 25 Selecting a Shooting Mode Press the A button in shooting mode to display the shooting mode selection menu. Select a shooting mode with the multi selector, and press the k button to change to that mode. 1. x Scene auto selector mode (A15) Scene auto selector 2.
  • Page 26 Selecting a Playback Mode Press the c button in playback mode to display the playback mode selection menu. Select a playback mode with the multi selector, and press the k button to change to that mode. 1. G Playback mode (all images) (A17) Auto sort 2.
  • Page 27 Using Camera Menus A variety of shooting and playback settings can be adjusted from the camera menus. Press the d button to display the menu for the current mode and use the multi selector to select an item (A11). Select a menu icon on the left to switch to the menu of the Image mode selected icon.
  • Page 28 Playback Mode 4 / 4 4 / 4 The following options are available in full-frame playback mode. 0004. JPG 0004. JPG 05 / 15 / 2014 15:30 05 / 15 / 2014 15:30 Description Use the multi selector HIJK to display previous or Select images next images.
  • Page 29 Description Displays the playback mode selection menu, allowing Switch to another you to switch to favorite pictures mode, auto sort mode, playback mode or list by date mode. Press the A button, shutter-release button, or b (e Switch to movie-record) button to switch to shooting mode. shooting mode Other Functions...

  • Page 30: 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 31 Do not use the camera or Charging Do not leave the product where it AC Adapter in the presence of will be exposed to extremely high flammable gas temperatures, such as in an Do not use electronic equipment in the enclosed automobile or in direct presence of flammable gas, as this could sunlight...
  • Page 32 Discontinue use immediately should you the wires become exposed, take it to a notice any change in the battery, such as Nikon-authorized service representative discoloration or deformation. for inspection. Failure to observe these If liquid from the damaged battery comes...
  • Page 33 Should the monitor break, care should be Using a power supply other than those taken to avoid injury caused by broken provided or sold by Nikon could result in glass and to prevent liquid crystal from the damage or malfunction.
  • Page 34 Notices Notices for Customers in FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against the U.S.A. harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS - uses, and can radiate radio frequency SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. energy and, if not installed and used in DANGER - TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE accordance with the instructions, may...
  • Page 35 Tel: 631-547-4200 that any changes or modifications made to this device that are not expressly approved Notice for Customers in Canada by Nikon Corporation may void the user’s CAN ICES-3 B / NMB-3 B authority to operate the equipment. Interface Cables Use the interface cables sold or provided by Nikon for your equipment.
  • Page 36 Avoid Sudden Changes in Temperature To ensure continued enjoyment of this Sudden changes in temperature, such as Nikon product, observe the precautions when entering or leaving a heated described below in addition to the building on a cold day, can cause warnings in “For Your Safety”...
  • Page 37 Nikon-authorized these circumstances could result in loss of service representative. data or in damage to product memory or About the Manuals internal circuitry. Nikon will not be held liable for any damages resulting from the use of this product. Notices...
  • Page 38 (for example, to ensure that the camera is functioning images of empty sky). Be sure to also normally. Nikon will not be held liable for replace any images selected for the Select damages or lost profits that may result an image option in the Welcome screen from product malfunction.
  • Page 39 (products purchased in the EU or EFTA can be used anywhere within the EU and EFTA). Nikon does not accept liability for use in other countries. Users who are unsure as to the original country of...
  • Page 40 COOLPIX S6800, which is equipped with a WSDB-686GN (FCC ID:2AAD3AA1G0J0 / IC ID:4634A-2150EC) Wireless LAN Module, has been tested and found to comply with...
  • Page 41 Always keep in mind that radio other personal information. transmission or reception of data is subject to interception by third parties. Note that Nikon is not responsible for data or information leaks that may occur during data transfer. Personal Information Management and...
  • Page 42 AVC Patent Portfolio License Trademark Information This product is licensed under the AVC Microsoft, Windows and Windows Vista Patent Portfolio License for the personal are either registered trademarks or and non-commercial use of a consumer to trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in (i) encode video in compliance with the the United States and/or other countries.
  • Page 43 Android and Google Play are trademarks or registered trademarks of Google, Inc. 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) Portions of this software are copyright ©...
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