Nikon CoolPix S6000 User Manual

Nikon CoolPix S6000 User Manual

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  • Page 1 DIGITAL CAMERA User’s Manual...
  • Page 2 High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC. • All other trade names mentioned in this manual or the other documentation provided with your Nikon product are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. AVC Patent Portfolio License...
  • Page 3 Introduction First Steps Basic Photography and Playback: A (Auto) Mode More on Shooting More on Playback Editing Pictures Movie Recording and Playback Connecting to Televisions, Computers and Printers Basic Camera Setup Caring for the Camera Technical Notes and Index...
  • Page 4: 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 5 Nikon- • Do not expose the battery to flame authorized service representative for or to excessive heat.
  • Page 6 When connecting cables to the input person or object and output jacks, use only the cables Failure to observe this precaution provided or sold by Nikon for the could result in burns or fire. purpose, to maintain compliance with product regulations.
  • Page 7: Notices

    This equipment generates, uses, and are not expressly approved by Nikon can radiate radio frequency energy Corporation may void the user’s and, if not installed and used in authority to operate the equipment.
  • Page 8 Notices Notice for customers in Canada CAUTION This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. ATTENTION Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada. Notice for customers in Europe This symbol indicates that this product is to be collected separately.
  • Page 9: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents For Your Safety............................ii WARNINGS.................................. ii Notices ............................... v Introduction ............................1 About This Manual ..........................1 Information and Precautions......................2 Parts of the Camera..........................4 The Camera Body ..............................4 The Monitor................................6 Basic Operations............................. 8 The A (Shooting Mode) Button........................8 The c (Playback) Button..........................8 The b (Movie-record) Button ........................8 The Rotary Multi Selector...........................9...
  • Page 10 Table of Contents Basic Photography and Playback: A (Auto) Mode............... 22 Step 1 Turn the Camera On and Select A (Auto) Mode ............22 Indicators Displayed in A (Auto) Mode....................23 Step 2 Frame a Picture ........................24 Using the Zoom..............................25 Step 3 Focus and Shoot ........................26 Step 4 Playing Back and Deleting Pictures .................28 Playing Back Pictures (Playback Mode)....................28 Deleting Pictures..............................28...
  • Page 11 Table of Contents More on Playback..........................69 Operations in Full-frame Playback Mode..................69 Displaying the Histogram and Shooting Information ..............70 Viewing Multiple Pictures: Thumbnail Playback ..............71 Calendar Display..............................73 Taking a Closer Look: Playback Zoom ..................74 Selecting a Playback Mode.......................75 Finding Pictures in Auto Sort Mode ....................76 Viewing Pictures in Auto Sort Mode......................76 Operations in Auto Sort Mode ........................78 Auto Sort Menu ..............................78...
  • Page 12 Table of Contents Connecting to Televisions, Computers and Printers ............106 Connecting to a TV........................... 106 Connecting to a Computer......................108 Before Connecting the Camera....................... 108 Transferring Pictures from a Camera to a Computer ..............109 Charging While Connecting to a Computer ................... 113 Connecting to a Printer........................
  • Page 13: Introduction

    Introduction About This Manual Thank you for your purchase of a Nikon COOLPIX S6000 digital camera. This manual was written to help you enjoy taking pictures with your Nikon digital camera. Read this manual thoroughly before use, and keep it where all those who use the product will read it.
  • Page 14: Information And Precautions

    Before taking pictures 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 15 Information and Precautions Notice Concerning Prohibition of Copying or Reproduction Note that simply being in possession of material that was digitally copied or reproduced by means of a scanner, digital camera or other device may be punishable by law. • Items prohibited by law from being copied or reproduced Do not copy or reproduce paper money, coins, securities, government bonds or local government bonds, even if such copies or reproductions are stamped “Sample.”...
  • Page 16: Parts Of The Camera

    Parts of the Camera The Camera Body Lens cover closed Zoom control..........25 Microphone (stereo)......90, 100 f : wide.............25 Built-in flash............30 g : tele ............25 Self-timer lamp..........32 h : thumbnail playback... 71, 73 AF-assist illuminator.........131 i : playback zoom ......74 j : help............11 Speaker.............91, 105 Shutter-release button......
  • Page 17 Parts of the Camera 12 13 k (apply selection) button...... 9 Monitor ............6, 23 Rotary multi selector........9 Eyelet for camera strap......11 A (shooting mode) button .....8, 35 c (playback) button ....8, 28, 75 b (movie-record) button ....8, 100 HDMI mini connector......106 Charge lamp .........15, 113 HDMI connector cover ......106...
  • Page 18: The Monitor

    Parts of the Camera The Monitor The following indicators may appear in the monitor during shooting and playback (actual display varies with current camera settings). The indicators that appear in the monitor during shooting and playback disappear after a few seconds (A 127). Shooting 10 10 10 11...
  • Page 19 Parts of the Camera Playback 1 5 / 0 5 / 2 0 1 0 1 2 : 0 0 1 5 / 0 5 / 2 0 1 0 1 2 : 0 0 9 9 9 9 . J P G 9 9 9 9 .
  • Page 20: Basic Operations

    Basic Operations The A (Shooting Mode) Button • Press the A button in playback mode to enter shooting mode. • Press the A button in shooting mode to display the shooting-mode selection menu and switch shooting modes (A 35). The c (Playback) Button •...
  • Page 21: The Rotary Multi Selector

    Basic Operations The Rotary Multi Selector This section describes standard uses of the rotary multi selector to select modes, select menu options, and apply selections. Press the rotary multi selector up, down, left, or right or rotate it to select options, or press the k (apply selection) button.
  • Page 22: The D Button

    Basic Operations The d Button Press the d button to display the menu for the selected mode. • Use the rotary multi selector to navigate the menus (A 9). • Choose a tab on the left to switch to the menu of the selected tab.
  • Page 23: Help Displays

    Basic Operations Help Displays Rotate the zoom control to g (j) when M/L is displayed at the bottom of the menu screen to view a description of the currently selected menu option. To return to the original menu, rotate the zoom control to g (j) again. White balance For accurate color reproduction, choose a setting that matches the...
  • Page 24: First Steps

    First Steps Inserting the Battery Insert a Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL12 (supplied) into the camera. • Charge the battery before the first use or when the battery is running low (A 14). Open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover. Slide the cover latch to Y side ( 1 ) and open the cover ( 2 ).
  • Page 25: Removing The Battery

    Inserting the Battery Removing the Battery Turn the camera off (A 17) and be sure that the power-on lamp and the monitor have turned off before opening the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover. To eject the battery, open the battery-chamber/ memory card slot cover and slide the orange battery latch in the direction indicated by the arrow ( 1 ).
  • Page 26: Charging The Battery

    Charging the Battery Charge the supplied Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL12 inserted into the camera, by connecting the supplied Charging AC Adapter EH-68P to the camera via the supplied USB Cable UC-E6, and then plugging the Charging AC Adapter into an electrical outlet. Prepare the Charging AC Adapter EH-68P.
  • Page 27 Charging the Battery Plug the Charging AC Adapter into an electrical outlet. The charge lamp slowly blinks green to indicate that the battery is charging. About four hours are required to charge a fully exhausted battery. The following chart explains charge lamp status when the camera is plugged into the electrical outlet.
  • Page 28 Failure to observe this precaution could result in overheating or in damage to the camera. Charging Using Computer or Battery Charger • Connecting the COOLPIX S6000 to a computer also charges the Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL12 (A 108, 136). • Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL12 can also be charged using the Battery Charger MH-65...
  • Page 29: Turning On And Off The Camera

    Charging the Battery Turning On and Off the Camera To turn on the camera, press the power switch. The power-on lamp (green) will light for a moment and the monitor will turn on. To turn off the camera, press the power switch again. When the camera is turned off, both the power-on lamp and monitor will turn off.
  • Page 30: Setting Display Language, Date, And Time

    Setting Display Language, Date, and Time A language-selection dialog is displayed the first time the camera is turned on. Press the power switch to turn on the camera. The power-on lamp (green) will light for a moment and the monitor will turn on. Use the rotary multi selector to choose the desired language and press the k button.
  • Page 31 Setting Display Language, Date, and Time Edit the date and time. Date Rotate the rotary multi selector, or press H or I to edit the highlighted item. 2 0 1 0 Press to move the highlight in the following order. D (day) ➝...
  • Page 32: Inserting Memory Cards

    Inserting Memory Cards Image, sound, and movie files are stored in the camera’s internal memory (approximately 32 MB) or on removable Secure Digital (SD) memory cards (available commercially; A 145). If a memory card is inserted in the camera, data are automatically stored on the memory card and data recorded to the memory card can be played back, deleted, or transferred.
  • Page 33: Formatting Memory Cards

    • Be sure to use this camera to format memory cards previously used in other devices the first time they are inserted into the COOLPIX S6000 (A 134). The Write Protect Switch Memory cards are equipped with a write protect switch. When Write protect switch this switch is in the “lock”...
  • Page 34: Basic Photography And Playback: A (Auto) Mode

    Basic Photography and Playback: A (Auto) Mode Step 1 Turn the Camera On and Select A (Auto) Mode This section describes taking pictures in A (auto) mode, an automatic, “point-and- shoot” mode recommended for first-time users of digital cameras. Press the power switch to turn on the camera. The power-on lamp (green) will light for a moment and the monitor will turn on.
  • Page 35: Indicators Displayed In A (Auto) Mode

    Step 1 Turn the Camera On and Select A (Auto) Mode Indicators Displayed in A (Auto) Mode Motion detection icon The effects of the subject Vibration reduction icon movement and camera Vibration reduction can be shake are reduced. applied to reduce the effects of camera shake.
  • Page 36: Step 2 Frame A Picture

    Step 2 Frame a Picture Ready the camera. Hold the camera steadily in both hands. Keep fingers, hair and other objects away from the lens, built-in flash, AF assist-illuminator and microphone. When taking pictures in portrait (“tall”) orientation, turn the camera so that the built-in flash is above the lens. Frame the picture.
  • Page 37: Using The Zoom

    Step 2 Frame a Picture Using the Zoom Use the zoom control to activate optical zoom. Rotate Zoom out Zoom in the zoom control to g to zoom in so that the subject fills a larger area of the frame, or f to zoom out, thus increasing the area visible in the frame.
  • Page 38: Step 3 Focus And Shoot

    Step 3 Focus and Shoot Press the shutter-release button halfway. Focus is locked when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway (A 11). The camera automatically selects the focus area (up to nine areas) containing the subject closest to the camera. When the subject is in focus, the active focus area glows green.
  • Page 39: During Recording

    Step 3 Focus and Shoot During Recording While pictures are being recorded, the number of exposures remaining will blink. Do not open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover while pictures are being recorded. Cutting power or removing the memory card in these circumstances could result in loss of data or in damage to the camera or card.
  • Page 40: Step 4 Playing Back And Deleting Pictures

    Step 4 Playing Back and Deleting Pictures Playing Back Pictures (Playback Mode) Press the c (playback) button. A (auto) button b (movie-record) button The last picture taken will be displayed in full- frame playback mode. Rotate the rotary multi selector, or press H, I, J, or K to view previous or subsequent pictures (A 9).
  • Page 41: Displaying Shooting Information

    Step 4 Playing Back and Deleting Pictures Operations Available in Playback Mode See “More on Playback” (A 69) or “Editing Pictures” (A 93) for more information. Displaying Shooting Information Press the k button in full-frame playback mode to display the 1 0 0 N I KO N histogram and shooting information (A 70).
  • Page 42: Using The Flash

    Using the Flash When ISO sensitivity is set to Auto, the flash has a range of 0.5-4.9 m (1 ft. 8 in.- 16 ft.) at the maximum wide-angle zoom position and a range of 1.1-3.6 m (3 ft. 7 in.-11 ft.) at the maximum telephoto zoom position. The following flash modes are available.
  • Page 43 Using the Flash Shooting When the Flash Is Disabled (W) or Lighting Is Dim • Use of a tripod is recommended to stabilize the camera during shooting. Set Vibration reduction (A 129) to Off in setup menu (A 120) when using a tripod to stabilize the camera. •...
  • Page 44: Taking Pictures With The Self-Timer

    Taking Pictures with the Self-timer The camera is equipped with a ten-second and two-second timer for self-portraits. This feature is useful for reducing the effects of camera shake that occurs when pressing the shutter-release button. When using the self-timer, use of a tripod is recommended.
  • Page 45: Macro Mode

    Macro Mode Macro mode is used for taking pictures of objects as close as 3 cm (1.2 in.). Note that the flash may be unable to light the entire subject at distances of less than 50 cm (1 ft. 8 in.). Press the rotary multi selector p (macro mode).
  • Page 46: Adjusting Brightness (Exposure Compensation)

    Adjusting Brightness (Exposure Compensation) Exposure compensation is used to alter exposure from the value suggested by the camera to make pictures brighter or darker. Press the rotary multi selector o (exposure compensation). The exposure compensation guide and histogram are displayed. Use the rotary multi selector to adjust Exposure compensation exposure and press the k button.
  • Page 47: More On Shooting

    More on Shooting Selecting a Shooting Mode Select a shooting mode from A (auto), x (scene), F (smart portrait), and s (subject tracking) modes. Press the A button in shooting mode. The shooting-mode selection menu is displayed. Use the rotary multi selector to select a Auto mode shooting mode and press the k button.
  • Page 48: Shooting Options: Shooting Menu (A (Auto) Mode)

    Shooting Options: Shooting Menu (A (Auto) Mode) The following options can be set when shooting in A (auto) mode (A 22). A 37 Image mode Choose the image mode (combination of image size and compression rate) at which pictures are recorded. The image mode setting can also be modified from other shooting modes.
  • Page 49: A Image Mode (Image Quality/Image Size)

    Shooting Options: Shooting Menu (A (Auto) Mode) A Image Mode (Image Quality/Image Size) A (auto) M d (Shooting menu) M A Image mode Image mode refers to the combination of image size and image quality (compression) at which pictures are recorded. Choose the image mode best suited to the manner in which pictures will be used and the capacity of the internal memory or memory card.
  • Page 50 Shooting Options: Shooting Menu (A (Auto) Mode) Number of Exposures Remaining The following table lists the approximate number of pictures that can be stored in the internal memory and on a 4 GB memory card. Note that the number of pictures that can be stored will differ depending on the composition of the picture (due to JPEG compression).
  • Page 51: B White Balance (Adjusting Hue)

    Shooting Options: Shooting Menu (A (Auto) Mode) B White Balance (Adjusting Hue) A (auto) M d (Shooting menu) M B White balance The color of light reflected from an object varies with the color of the light source. The human brain is able to adapt to changes in the color of the light source, with the result that white objects appear white whether seen in the shade, direct sunlight, or under incandescent lighting.
  • Page 52: Preset Manual

    Shooting Options: Shooting Menu (A (Auto) Mode) Preset Manual Preset manual is effective with mixed lighting or to compensate for light sources with a strong color cast (for example, to make pictures taken under a lamp with a red shade look as though they had been taken under white light). Place a white or gray reference object under the lighting that will be used during shooting.
  • Page 53: G Metering

    Shooting Options: Shooting Menu (A (Auto) Mode) G Metering A (auto) M d (Shooting menu) M G Metering The process of measuring the brightness of the subject to determine exposure is known as metering. Choose how the camera meters exposure. Matrix (default setting) The camera sets exposure for the entire frame.
  • Page 54: C Continuous

    Shooting Options: Shooting Menu (A (Auto) Mode) C Continuous A (auto) M d (Shooting menu) M C Continuous Enable continuous shooting or BSS (best shot selector). The flash is disabled when Continuous, BSS, Multi-shot 16, or Sport continuous is selected, and focus, exposure, and white balance are fixed at the values determined with the first picture in each series.
  • Page 55: E Iso Sensitivity

    Shooting Options: Shooting Menu (A (Auto) Mode) Note on BSS BSS is effective when taking pictures of still subjects. BSS may not produce the desired results if the subject moves or the composition changes while the shutter-release button is held down. Note on Multi-shot 16 Smear (A 144) visible in the monitor when shooting with Multi-shot 16 enabled will be recorded with images.
  • Page 56: F Color Options

    Shooting Options: Shooting Menu (A (Auto) Mode) F Color Options A (auto) M d (Shooting menu) M F Color options Make colors more vivid or record pictures in monochrome. Standard color (default setting) Use for pictures exhibiting natural color. Vivid color Use to achieve a vivid, “photoprint”...
  • Page 57: G Af Area Mode

    Shooting Options: Shooting Menu (A (Auto) Mode) G AF Area Mode A (auto) M d (Shooting menu) M G AF area mode Use this option to determine how the camera selects the focus area for autofocus. When digital zoom is in effect, the camera always focuses at the center of the frame regardless of the specified setting.
  • Page 58: More Information

    Shooting Options: Shooting Menu (A (Auto) Mode) Center The camera focuses on the subject at the center of the frame. The center focus area is always displayed. Focus area Note on AF Area Mode There may be functions with which this setting cannot be enabled. See “Camera Settings that Cannot Be Applied Simultaneously”...
  • Page 59: Face Priority

    Shooting Options: Shooting Menu (A (Auto) Mode) Face Priority When the camera is pointed at a human face, face recognition, which the camera automatically recognizes that face and focus on it, starts. The face priority function is activated in the following situations. •...
  • Page 60: I Autofocus Mode

    Shooting Options: Shooting Menu (A (Auto) Mode) Notes on Face Priority • If the camera is unable to recognize any faces when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway with AF area mode set to Face priority, the AF area mode setting automatically switches to Auto.
  • Page 61: Camera Settings That Cannot Be Applied Simultaneously

    Shooting Options: Shooting Menu (A (Auto) Mode) Camera Settings that Cannot Be Applied Simultaneously Some shooting settings cannot be used with other functions. Restricted Setting Descriptions function When Continuous, BSS, Multi-shot 16, or Flash mode Continuous (A 42) Sport continuous is selected, flash is disabled.
  • Page 62 Shooting Options: Shooting Menu (A (Auto) Mode) Restricted Setting Descriptions function When Continuous, BSS, Multi-shot 16, or Blink warning Continuous (A 42) Sport continuous is selected, Blink warning is disabled. When Multi-shot 16 is selected, digital Digital zoom Continuous (A 42) zoom is not available.
  • Page 63: Shooting Suited To Scenes (Scene Mode)

    Shooting Suited to Scenes (Scene Mode) Camera settings are automatically optimized for the selected subject type. The following scene modes are available. x Scene auto selector b Portrait c Landscape e Night portrait f Party/indoor g Beach/snow h Sunset i Dusk/dawn j Night landscape k Close-up u Food...
  • Page 64: Shooting In The Scene Mode Selected By The Camera (Scene Auto Selector)

    Shooting Suited to Scenes (Scene Mode) Shooting in the Scene Mode Selected by the Camera (Scene Auto Selector) By simply framing a picture, the camera automatically selects the optimum scene mode for simpler shooting. When a picture is framed in x (Scene auto selector) scene mode, the camera automatically adjusts settings for one of the following scene modes: •...
  • Page 65 Shooting Suited to Scenes (Scene Mode) Notes on Scene Auto Selector Scene Mode • Digital zoom is not available. • Depending upon shooting conditions, the camera may not select the desired scene mode. Should this occur, switch to A (auto) mode (A 22) or select the desired scene mode manually (A 51). Focusing in Scene Auto Selector Scene Mode •...
  • Page 66: Selecting A Scene Mode To Take Pictures (Features)

    Shooting Suited to Scenes (Scene Mode) Selecting a Scene Mode to Take Pictures (Features) See “Shooting in the Scene Mode Selected by the Camera (Scene Auto Selector)” (A 52) for more information on scene auto selector scene mode. The following icons are used for descriptions in this section: m, flash mode (A 30);...
  • Page 67: Night Portrait O

    Shooting Suited to Scenes (Scene Mode) e Night portrait Use this mode for portraits taken at sunset or at night. The flash fires to light the portrait subject while preserving background lighting to achieve a natural balance between the main subject and background ambience.
  • Page 68 Shooting Suited to Scenes (Scene Mode) h Sunset Preserves the deep hues seen in sunsets and sunrises. • Camera focuses at infinity. The focus area or focus indicator (A 6) always glows green when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway. Note, however, that objects in the foreground may not always be in focus.
  • Page 69 Shooting Suited to Scenes (Scene Mode) k Close-up Photograph flowers, insects, and other small objects at close range. • Macro mode (A 33) is enabled and the camera automatically zooms to the closest position at which it can focus. • The closest distance at which the camera can focus varies depending on the zoom position.
  • Page 70 Shooting Suited to Scenes (Scene Mode) u Food This mode is useful when taking pictures of food. • Macro mode (A 33) is enabled and the camera automatically zooms to the closest position at which it can focus. • The closest distance at which the camera can focus varies depending on the zoom position.
  • Page 71 Shooting Suited to Scenes (Scene Mode) m Fireworks show Slow shutter speeds are used to capture the expanding burst of light from a firework. • Camera focuses at infinity. The focus indicator (A 6) always glows green when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway.
  • Page 72 Shooting Suited to Scenes (Scene Mode) p Panorama assist Use when taking a series of pictures that will later be joined to form a single panorama using the supplied Panorama Maker software. See “Shooting for a Panorama” (A 61) for more information.
  • Page 73: Shooting For A Panorama

    Shooting Suited to Scenes (Scene Mode) Shooting for a Panorama The camera focuses on the subject at the center of the frame. Use a tripod for the best results. Set Vibration reduction (A 129) to Off in setup menu (A 120) when using a tripod to stabilize the camera.
  • Page 74 Shooting Suited to Scenes (Scene Mode) Press the k button when shooting is complete. The camera returns to step 2. Notes on Panorama Assist • Flash mode, self-timer, macro mode, and exposure compensation settings cannot be adjusted after the first picture is taken. Pictures cannot be deleted, nor can zoom or Image mode setting (A 37) be adjusted after the first picture has been taken.
  • Page 75: Shooting Smiling Faces (Smart Portrait Mode)

    Shooting Smiling Faces (Smart Portrait Mode) At the default settings, the camera uses face priority to recognize human faces, and then automatically releases the shutter when a smile is detected (smile timer). The skin softening option can be used to smooth skin tones of human faces. Press the A button in shooting mode to display the shooting- mode selection menu, use the...
  • Page 76 Shooting Smiling Faces (Smart Portrait Mode) Notes on Smart Portrait Mode • Digital zoom is not available. • Under some shooting conditions, the camera may be unable to recognize faces or detect smiles. • See “Notes on Face Priority” (A 48) for more information. Notes on Skin Softening •...
  • Page 77: Smart Portrait Menu

    Shooting Smiling Faces (Smart Portrait Mode) Smart Portrait Menu The following options can be applied in the smart portrait menu. Press the d button (A 10) in smart portrait mode (A 63) to display the smart portrait menu and use the rotary multi selector (A 9) to apply options. Image mode Adjust Image mode (A 37).
  • Page 78: Focusing On A Moving Subject (Subject Tracking Mode)

    Focusing on a Moving Subject (Subject Tracking Mode) Use this mode to take pictures of moving subjects. Select the subject which the camera will focus. The focus area will automatically move to track the subject. At the default setting, once the camera detects a person’s face it will automatically begin tracking that person (face priority tracking).
  • Page 79 Focusing on a Moving Subject (Subject Tracking Mode) Press the shutter-release button to take a picture. The camera focuses on the focus area when the shutter- release button is pressed halfway. The focus area will glow green and focus will be locked. 1 / 2 5 0 1 / 2 5 0 F 3.7...
  • Page 80: Subject Tracking Menu

    Focusing on a Moving Subject (Subject Tracking Mode) Subject Tracking Menu The following options can be applied in the subject tracking menu. Press the d button (A 10) in subject tracking mode (A 66) to display the subject tracking menu and use the rotary multi selector (A 9) to apply settings. Image mode Adjust Image mode (A 37).
  • Page 81: More On Playback

    More on Playback Operations in Full-frame Playback Mode Press the c button in shooting mode to enter playback 1 5 / 0 5 / 2 0 1 0 1 5 : 3 0 1 5 / 0 5 / 2 0 1 0 1 5 : 3 0 mode and display pictures that have been taken (A 28).
  • Page 82: Displaying The Histogram And Shooting Information

    Operations in Full-frame Playback Mode Description Press the A button, the shutter-release button, Switch to or the b (movie-record) button. shooting mode Viewing Pictures When pictures in which a face was recognized during shooting (A 47) are displayed in full-frame playback mode, the pictures may be automatically rotated for playback display according to the orientation of the recognized face.
  • Page 83: Viewing Multiple Pictures: Thumbnail Playback

    Viewing Multiple Pictures: Thumbnail Playback Rotate the zoom control to f (h) in full-frame playback mode (A 69) to display pictures in “contact sheets” of thumbnail images (except in list by date mode). The following operations are available while thumbnails are displayed. Description Rotate the rotary multi selector, or press H, I, Choose pictures...
  • Page 84 Viewing Multiple Pictures: Thumbnail Playback Thumbnail Playback Mode Display When pictures marked using Print set (A 83) or Protect (A 89) Protect icon are selected, the icons shown at right are displayed with them. Print set icon Movies are displayed as film frames. Film frames Thumbnail Display in Auto Sort Mode When thumbnails are displayed in auto sort mode (A 76), the...
  • Page 85: Calendar Display

    Viewing Multiple Pictures: Thumbnail Playback Calendar Display With playback display of 16 thumbnails (A 71), rotate the zoom control to f (h) to switch to calendar Su M Tu W Th F Sa display. Images can be selected for display based on the date on which they were taken.
  • Page 86: Taking A Closer Look: Playback Zoom

    Taking a Closer Look: Playback Zoom Rotating the zoom control to g (i) in full-frame playback mode (A 69) enlarges display of the center portion of the current picture. • The guide displayed at bottom right shows the portion of the image currently displayed. The following operations are available while picture display is enlarged.
  • Page 87: Selecting A Playback Mode

    Selecting a Playback Mode Select a playback mode from c (playback), F (auto sort), and C (list by date) modes. Press the c button in playback mode. The playback-mode selection menu is displayed. Use the rotary multi selector to select a Play playback mode and press the k button.
  • Page 88: Finding Pictures In Auto Sort Mode

    Finding Pictures in Auto Sort Mode Pictures and movies are automatically sorted to any of the following categories with shooting. When “F auto sort mode” is selected, pictures and movies can be viewed by selecting the category to which they were sorted. u Food Z Smile D Portraits...
  • Page 89: Auto Sort Mode Categories

    • Pictures or movies copied from the internal memory to a memory card, or vice versa (A 92), cannot be displayed in auto sort mode. • Pictures or movies recorded by a camera other than the COOLPIX S6000 cannot be displayed in auto sort mode.
  • Page 90: Operations In Auto Sort Mode

    Finding Pictures in Auto Sort Mode Operations in Auto Sort Mode The following operations are available in the category list screen. Description Rotate the rotary multi selector, or press H, I, Select a category J, or K to select the category. Switch to full- Press the k button to display the first picture in frame playback...
  • Page 91: Viewing Pictures By Date (List By Date)

    Viewing Pictures by Date (List by Date) In “C list by date mode”, pictures taken on the same date can be played back. In full-frame playback mode, just as with normal playback mode, picture display can be enlarged, pictures can be edited, and movies can be played back. When the d button is pressed, the list by date menu (A 81) is displayed and all pictures taken on a specified date can be selected for deletion, viewing in a slide show, or applying print order or protection settings.
  • Page 92: Operations In List By Date Mode

    Viewing Pictures by Date (List by Date) Operations in List by Date Mode The following operations are available in the list by date screen. Description Rotate the rotary multi selector, or press H or I Select date to select a date. Press the k button to display the first picture taken on the selected date.
  • Page 93: List By Date Menu

    Viewing Pictures by Date (List by Date) List by Date Menu Press the d button in list by date mode to display the following menus for only the pictures taken on the specified date. ➝A 95 Quick retouch* ➝A 96 D-Lighting* ➝A 97 Skin softening*...
  • Page 94: Playback Options: Playback Menu

    Playback Options: Playback Menu The following options are available in the playback menu. k Quick retouch A 95 Easily create retouched copies in which contrast and saturation have been enhanced. A 96 D-Lighting Enhances brightness and contrast in dark portions of pictures. A 97 Skin softening Make facial skin tones softer.
  • Page 95: Print Set (Creating A Dpof Print Order)

    Playback Options: Playback Menu a Print Set (Creating a DPOF Print Order) c button (Playback mode) M d (Playback menu) M a Print set When printing pictures stored on the memory card using any of the following methods, the Print set option in the playback menu is used to create digital “print orders”...
  • Page 96 Playback Options: Playback Menu Choose whether or not to print shooting date Print set and photo information. Choose Date and press the k button to print the Done shooting date on all pictures in the print order. Choose Info and press the k button to print photo Date Info information (shutter speed and aperture) on all pictures in...
  • Page 97: Date Imprint

    Playback Options: Playback Menu Notes on Printing Shooting Date and Photo Information When the Date and Info settings are enabled in the print set option, shooting date and photo information are printed on pictures when a DPOF-compatible (A 160) printer that supports printing of shooting date and photo information is used.
  • Page 98: Slide Show

    Playback Options: Playback Menu b Slide Show c button (Playback mode) M d (Playback menu) M b Slide show Play back pictures, stored in the internal memory or on a memory card, one by one in an automated “slide show.” Use the rotary multi selector to choose Start Slide show and press the k button.
  • Page 99: Delete (Deleting Multiple Pictures)

    Playback Options: Playback Menu c Delete (Deleting Multiple Pictures) c button (Playback mode) M d (Playback menu) M c Delete Delete selected pictures or all pictures. Erase selected images Select pictures from the picture selection screen and delete them. See “Selecting Pictures”...
  • Page 100: Selecting Pictures

    Playback Options: Playback Menu Selecting Pictures The picture selection screen like that shown at right is Erase selected images displayed with the following menu selections: • Playback menu: Print set>Select images (A 83), Delete>Erase selected images (A 87), Protect (A 89), Rotate image (A 89), and Copy>Selected images (A 92) Back ON/OFF...
  • Page 101: Protect

    Playback Options: Playback Menu d Protect c button (Playback mode) M d (Playback menu) M d Protect Protect selected pictures from accidental deletion. Select pictures to protect or cancel protection for previously protected pictures from the picture selection screen. See “Selecting Pictures” (A 88) for more information.
  • Page 102: E Voice Memos

    Playback Options: Playback Menu E Voice Memos c button (Playback mode) M d (Playback menu) M E Voice memo Use the camera’s built-in microphone to record voice memos for pictures. Recording Voice Memos Display the desired picture in full-frame playback mode (A 69) or thumbnail playback mode (A 71) and press the d button.
  • Page 103: Playing Voice Memos

    • If a voice memo already exists for the current picture, it must be deleted before a new voice memo can be recorded. • The COOLPIX S6000 is not able to record a voice memo for pictures taken with another make or model of digital camera.
  • Page 104: Copy (Copy Between Internal Memory And Memory Card)

    Playback Options: Playback Menu h Copy (Copy Between Internal Memory and Memory Card) c button (Playback mode) M d (Playback menu) M h Copy Copy pictures between the internal memory and a memory card. Use the rotary multi selector to select a Copy destination option to which pictures are copied and press the k button.
  • Page 105: Editing Pictures

    Editing Pictures Editing Functions Use the COOLPIX S6000 to edit pictures in-camera and store them as separate files (A 146). The editing functions described below are available. Editing function Description Easily create retouched copies in which contrast and saturation Quick retouch (A 95) have been enhanced.
  • Page 106 Editing Functions Original and Edited Pictures • Copies created with editing functions are not deleted if the original pictures are deleted. The original pictures are not deleted if copies created with editing functions are deleted. • Edited copies are stored with the same recording date and time as the original. •...
  • Page 107: Picture Editing

    Picture Editing k Quick Retouch: Enhancing Contrast and Saturation Quick retouch can be used to easily create retouched copies in which contrast and saturation have been enhanced. Copies created with the quick retouch function are stored as separate files. Select the desired picture in full-frame playback mode (A 69) or thumbnail playback mode (A 71) and press the d button.
  • Page 108: I D-Lighting: Enhancing Brightness And Contrast

    Picture Editing I D-Lighting: Enhancing Brightness and Contrast D-Lighting can be used to create copies with enhanced brightness and contrast, brightening dark portions of a picture. Enhanced copies are stored as separate files. Select the desired picture in full-frame playback mode (A 69) or thumbnail playback mode (A 71) and press the d button.
  • Page 109: Skin Softening: Softening Skin Tones

    Picture Editing e Skin Softening: Softening Skin Tones The camera recognizes faces in pictures and creates a copy with softer facial skin tones. Copies created using the skin softening function are stored as separate files. Select the desired picture in full-frame playback mode (A 69) or thumbnail playback mode (A 71) and press the d button.
  • Page 110: Small Picture: Resizing Pictures

    Picture Editing g Small Picture: Resizing Pictures Create a small copy of the current picture. This feature is useful for creating copies for display on Web pages or e-mail attachments. Small copies are stored as JPEG files with a compression ratio of 1:16. The l 640×480, m 320×240, and n 160×120 sizes are available.
  • Page 111: Crop: Creating A Cropped Copy

    Picture Editing a Crop: Creating a Cropped Copy Create a copy containing only the portion visible in the monitor when u is displayed with playback zoom (A 74) enabled. Cropped copies are stored as separate files. Rotate the zoom control to g (i) in full-frame playback mode (A 69) to zoom in on the image.
  • Page 112: Movie Recording And Playback

    Movie Recording and Playback Recording Movies High-definition movies with sound recorded via the built-in microphone can be recorded. • The maximum recording time for a single movie is 29 minutes, even when there is sufficient free space on the memory card for longer recording (A 103). Turn on the camera and be sure that it is in shooting mode.
  • Page 113 Recording Movies Recording Movies • Memory cards with an SD Speed Class rating of 6 or faster are recommended when recording movies (A 145). Movie recording may stop unexpectedly when memory cards with a lower Speed Class ratings are used. •...
  • Page 114: Movie Menu

    Recording Movies Movie Menu The following options can be adjusted from the movie menu. A 103 Movie options Select an option for movie recording. A 104 Autofocus mode Select how the camera focuses during movie recording. Displaying the Movie Menu Press the d button in shooting mode.
  • Page 115: D Movie Options

    Recording Movies D Movie Options Switch to shooting mode M d M D (Movie menu) (A 102) M D Movie options Select the desired movie option to record. Larger image sizes and faster movie bitrates mean greater image quality and larger movie file sizes. Option Description Movies with an aspect ratio of 16:9 are recorded in high...
  • Page 116: I Autofocus Mode

    Recording Movies I Autofocus Mode Switch to shooting mode M d M D (Movie menu) (A 102) M I Autofocus mode Select how the camera focuses in movie mode. Option Description Focus is locked when the b (movie-record) button is pressed A Single AF to start recording.
  • Page 117: Movie Playback

    * The rotary multi selector can also be rotated to advance or rewind the movie. Note on Playing Back Movies The COOLPIX S6000 is not able to playback movies recorded with another make or model of digital camera. Deleting Movies...
  • Page 118: Connecting To Televisions, Computers And Printers

    Connecting to Televisions, Computers and Printers Connecting to a TV Connect the camera to a television to play pictures or movies back on the television. If your TV is equipped with an HDMI jack, a commercially HDMI cable can be used to connect the camera to the TV for high-definition display. Turn off the camera.
  • Page 119: Video Mode

    Connecting to a TV Tune the television to the video channel. See the documentation provided with your television for details. Hold down the c button to turn on the camera. The camera enters playback mode and pictures are displayed on the television. While connected to the TV, the camera monitor will remain off.
  • Page 120: Connecting To A Computer

    Pictures can be transferred while the battery is charging. • If the AC Adapter EH-62F (A 145) (available separately) is used, COOLPIX S6000 can be powered from an electrical outlet. Do not use any other make or model of AC adapter as they may cause the...
  • Page 121: Transferring Pictures From A Camera To A Computer

    Connecting to a Computer Transferring Pictures from a Camera to a Computer Start the computer to which Nikon Transfer was installed. Be sure that the camera is off. Connect the camera to the computer using the supplied USB cable. The camera is automatically turned on and the power-on lamp will light.
  • Page 122 • Mac OS X Nikon Transfer will start automatically when the camera is connected to the computer if Yes was selected in the Auto-Launch setting dialog when Nikon Transfer was first installed. • If charge for the battery inserted into the camera is low, the computer may not recognize the camera.
  • Page 123: Disconnecting The Camera

    At the Nikon Transfer default settings, ViewNX starts automatically when transfer is complete and transferred pictures can be viewed. For more information on using Nikon Transfer or ViewNX, refer to help information contained in Nikon Transfer or ViewNX (A 112).
  • Page 124 Open Applications and double-click Nikon Software>Nikon Transfer>Nikon Transfer (or Nikon Software>ViewNX>ViewNX). Clicking the Nikon Transfer or ViewNX icon on the Dock will also start Nikon Transfer or ViewNX. Viewing Nikon Transfer and ViewNX Help Information For more information on Nikon Transfer or...
  • Page 125: Charging While Connecting To A Computer

    • When the camera is connected to a computer, an application installed on the computer, such as Nikon Transfer, may start. If the camera was connected to the computer for the sole purpose of charging the battery, exit the application.
  • Page 126: Connecting To A Printer

    • When connecting the camera to a printer, use a fully charged battery to prevent the camera from turning off unexpectedly. • If the AC Adapter EH-62F (available separately) is used, COOLPIX S6000 can be powered from an electrical outlet. Do not use any other make or model of AC adapters as they may cause the camera to heat up or malfunction.
  • Page 127: Connecting The Camera To A Printer

    Connecting to a Printer Connecting the Camera to a Printer Turn off the camera. Turn on the printer. Check printer settings. Connect the camera to the printer using the supplied USB cable. The camera is automatically turned on. When properly connected, the PictBridge startup screen ( 1 ) will be displayed in the camera monitor, followed by the Print selection screen ( 2 ).
  • Page 128: Printing Pictures One At A Time

    Connecting to a Printer Printing Pictures One at a Time After properly connecting the camera to the printer (A 115), follow the procedures described below to print a picture. Use the rotary multi selector to choose the Print selection desired picture and press the k button. 1 5 / 0 5 2 0 1 0 Rotate the zoom control to f (h) to display 12...
  • Page 129: Printing Multiple Pictures

    Connecting to a Printer Choose Start print and press the k button. PictBridge Start print Copies Paper size Exit Printing begins. Monitor display returns to the print selection screen shown in step 1 when printing is complete. Printing 002 / 004 To cancel printing before all copies have been printed, press the k button.
  • Page 130 Connecting to a Printer Choose the desired paper size and press the Paper size k button. Default 3.5×5 in. To specify paper size using settings on the printer, choose 5×7 in. Postcard Default in the paper size option. 100×150 mm 4×6 in.
  • Page 131 Connecting to a Printer Print all images One copy each of all pictures stored in the Print all images internal memory, or on the memory card, is printed. 0 1 8 prints • When the screen shown at right is displayed, choose Start print and press the k button Start print to start print.
  • Page 132: Basic Camera Setup

    Basic Camera Setup Setup Menu The setup menu contains the following options. A 122 Menus Choose how menus are displayed. A 123 Welcome screen Choose whether or not a welcome screen is displayed when the camera is turned on. A 124 Date Set camera clock and choose home and destination time zones.
  • Page 133: Displaying The Setup Menu

    Setup Menu A 139 Reset all Restore camera settings to default values. A 141 Firmware version Display camera firmware version. Displaying the Setup Menu Press the d button. Shooting menu Image mode The menu is displayed. White balance If the d button was pressed in scene Metering Continuous mode, press the rotary multi selector (A 9)
  • Page 134: Menus

    Setup Menu a Menus d button M z (Setup menu) (A 121) M a Menus Choose the initial menus displayed. w Text (default setting) Menus are displayed in list format. Set up Menus Welcome screen Date Monitor settings Date imprint Vibration reduction Exit x Icons...
  • Page 135: Welcome Screen

    Setup Menu c Welcome Screen d button M z (Setup menu) (A 121) M c Welcome screen Choose whether or not a welcome screen is displayed when the camera is turned None (default setting) The camera enters shooting or playback mode without displaying the welcome screen.
  • Page 136: Date

    Setup Menu d Date d button M z (Setup menu) (A 121) M d Date Set the camera clock. Date Set camera clock to current date and time. Use the rotary multi selector to set the date and time in the date screen. •...
  • Page 137: Time Zone

    Setup Menu Press K. Time zone 1 5 / 0 5 / 2 0 1 0 1 5 : 3 0 The travel destination screen is displayed. L o n d o n C a s a b l a n c a Home time zone Travel destination Exit...
  • Page 138 Setup Menu Time Zones The camera supports the time zones listed below. For time zones not listed below, set the camera clock to local time from the Date option. UTC +/– Location UTC +/– Location –11 Midway, Samoa Madrid, Paris, Berlin –10 Hawaii, Tahiti Athens, Helsinki, Ankara...
  • Page 139: Monitor Settings

    Setup Menu e Monitor Settings d button M z (Setup menu) (A 121) M e Monitor settings Set the options below. Photo info Choose information displayed in the monitor during shooting and playback mode. Brightness Choose from five settings for monitor brightness. The default setting is 3. Photo Info Select whether or not the photo information is displayed in the monitor.
  • Page 140: Date Imprint (Imprinting Date And Time)

    Setup Menu f Date Imprint (Imprinting Date and Time) d button M z (Setup menu) (A 121) M f Date imprint The shooting date and time can be imprinted on the pictures with shooting, allowing the information to be printed even from printers that do not support date printing (A 85).
  • Page 141: Vibration Reduction

    Setup Menu g Vibration Reduction d button M z (Setup menu) (A 121) M g Vibration reduction Select the vibration reduction option for shooting. Vibration reduction effectively reduces blur, caused by slight hand movement known as camera shake, which commonly occurs when shooting with zoom applied or at slow shutter speeds. The effects of camera shake are reduced when recording movies, in addition to when taking still pictures.
  • Page 142: U Motion Detection

    Setup Menu U Motion Detection d button M z (Setup menu) (A 121) M U Motion detection Enable motion detection to reduce the effects of subject movement and camera shake when shooting still pictures. Auto (default setting) When the camera detects subject movement or camera shake, the ISO sensitivity and shutter speed are automatically increased to reduce blurring.
  • Page 143: Af Assist

    Setup Menu h AF Assist d button M z (Setup menu) (A 121) M h AF assist Enable or disable AF-assist illumination, which assists autofocus operation when the subject is dimly lit. Auto (default setting) AF-assist illumination will be used to assist the focus operation when the subject is dimly lit.
  • Page 144: Sound Settings

    Setup Menu i Sound Settings d button M z (Setup menu) (A 121) M i Sound settings Adjust the following sound settings. Button sound Select On (default setting) or Off. When On is selected, a beep will sound once when operations are completed successfully, twice when the camera acquires focus on the subject, and three times when an error is detected.
  • Page 145: Auto Off

    Setup Menu k Auto Off d button M z (Setup menu) (A 121) M k Auto off When the camera is on and a period of time passes without any operations having been performed, the monitor will be turned off and the camera will enter standby mode (A 17) to save power.
  • Page 146: Format Memory/M Format Card

    • Do not turn the camera off or open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover during formatting. • Be sure to use this camera to format memory cards previously used in other devices the first time they are inserted into the COOLPIX S6000.
  • Page 147: Language

    Setup Menu n Language d button M z (Setup menu) (A 121) M n Language Choose one of 24 languages for display of camera menus and messages. Czech Polish Danish Portuguese German Russian (default setting) Finnish Spanish Swedish Greek Turkish French Simplified Chinese Indonesian...
  • Page 148: Charge By Computer

    Setup Menu V Charge by Computer d button M z (Setup menu) (A 121) M V Charge by computer Choose whether or not the battery inserted into the camera is charged when the camera is connected to a computer via the USB cable (A 113). Auto (default setting) When the camera is connected to a computer that is running, the battery inserted into the camera is automatically charged using power supplied by the computer.
  • Page 149: Blink Warning

    Setup Menu d Blink Warning d button M z (Setup menu) (A 121) M d Blink warning Specify whether or not the camera detects human subjects that have blinked using face priority (A 47) when shooting in the following modes. •...
  • Page 150 Setup Menu Operating the Blink Warning Screen When the blink warning screen shown at right is Did someone blink? displayed in the monitor, the operations described below are available. If no operations are performed within a few seconds, the camera automatically returns to shooting mode. Exit Exit Exit...
  • Page 151: Reset All

    Setup Menu p Reset All d button M z (Setup menu) (A 121) M p Reset all When Reset is selected, the camera’s settings will be restored to their default values. Basic Shooting Functions Option Default value Auto Flash mode (A 30) Self-timer (A 32) Macro mode (A 33) Exposure compensation (A 34)
  • Page 152 Setup Menu Subject Tracking Menu Option Default value Autofocus mode (A 68) Full-time AF Face priority tracking (A 68) Movie Menu Option Default value Movie options (A 103) HD 720p (1280 × 720) Autofocus mode (A 104) Single AF Setup Menu Option Default value Text...
  • Page 153: Firmware Version

    Setup Menu • Selecting Reset all also clears the current file number (A 146) from memory. Numbering will continue from the lowest number available. To reset file numbering to “0001”, delete all pictures stored in the internal memory or on the memory card (A 87) before selecting Reset all.
  • Page 154: Caring For The Camera

    Caring for the Camera Maximizing Camera Life and Performance To ensure continued enjoyment of this Nikon product, observe the following precautions when using or storing the device. Keep dry The device will be damaged if immersed in water or subjected to high humidity.
  • Page 155: The Battery

    • Charge the battery indoors with an ambient temperature of 5 °C to 35 °C (41 °F to 95 °F) before use. • When charging the COOLPIX S6000 using the Charging AC adapter EH-68P or a computer, the charge capacity may decrease at ambient temperatures 45 °C to 60 °C (113 °F to 140 °F).
  • Page 156: Cleaning

    • 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 157: Technical Notes And Index

    Technical Notes and Index Optional Accessories Rechargeable battery Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL12 Charging AC adapter Charging AC Adapter EH-68P*, EH-68P (AR)* Battery charger Battery Charger MH-65 AC Adapter EH-62F Connecting the EH-62F AC adapter Be sure that the AC adapter cord has been properly aligned in AC adapter and battery chamber grooves before closing the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover.
  • Page 158: Image/Sound File And Folder Names

    • Files are stored in folders named with a folder number followed by an identifier: “P_” plus a three-digit sequential number for pictures taken in Panorama assist scene mode (e.g. “101P_001”; A 61) and “NIKON” for all other pictures (e.g. “100NIKON”). When the number of files within a folder reaches 9999, a new folder will be created.
  • Page 159: Error Messages

    Error Messages The following table lists the error messages and other warnings displayed in the monitor, as well as the solutions for dealing with them. Display Problem Solution O (blinks) Clock not set. Set date and time. Prepare to charge or replace Battery running low.
  • Page 160 Memory card has not copies of any pictures which Format card? been formatted for use need to be kept before in COOLPIX S6000. formatting the memory card. Select Yes and press the k button to format the memory card. • Choose smaller image size.
  • Page 161 Error Messages Display Problem Solution Time out error while Choose memory card with recording movie on the Cannot record movie. faster write speed. memory card. • Remove the memory card from the camera to play back pictures stored in the camera’s internal memory.
  • Page 162 Turn camera off, remove and reinsert battery, and turn Error has occurred in System error camera on. If error persists, camera’s internal 12, 17 contact retailer or Nikon- circuitry. authorized service representative. Check printer. After solving the problem, select Resume Printer error: check Printer error.
  • Page 163: 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. Display, Settings, and Power Supply Problem Cause/Solution • Camera is off. • Battery is exhausted. • Standby mode for saving power: press the power...
  • Page 164 Turn the camera off, remove and replace the battery, then turn the camera on again. In the event of continued malfunction, contact your retailer or Nikon-authorized service representative. Note that disconnecting the power source as described above may result in the loss of any data not recorded to internal memory or the memory card at the time the problem occurred.
  • Page 165 Troubleshooting Problem Cause/Solution Cannot switch to shooting Disconnect HDMI cable or USB cable. mode. • The intended subject is one with which autofocus does not perform well. Camera cannot focus. • Set AF assist in the setup menu to Auto. •...
  • Page 166 Troubleshooting Problem Cause/Solution Off is selected for Sound settings>Shutter No sound when shutter is sound in setup menu. No sound is heard with released. some shooting modes and settings, even when On is selected. Off is selected for the AF assist option in the setup menu.
  • Page 167 • File or folder was overwritten or renamed by – computer or other make of camera. File cannot be played back. • The COOLPIX S6000 is not able to playback movies recorded with another make or model of digital camera. Playback zoom cannot be used with movies, Cannot zoom in on picture.
  • Page 168 • Camera is not recognized by the computer. – Nikon Transfer does not start • Confirm system requirements. when camera is connected. • Computer is not set to start Nikon Transfer automatically. For more information on Nikon Transfer, refer to help information contained in Nikon Transfer.
  • Page 169: Specifications

    Specifications Nikon COOLPIX S6000 Digital Camera Type Compact digital camera Effective pixels 14.2 million Image sensor -in. CCD; approx. 14.48 million total pixels Lens 7× optical zoom, NIKKOR lens 5.0-35.0mm (angle of view equivalent to that of 28-196mm Focal length...
  • Page 170 Specifications Exposure Metering 224-segment matrix, center-weighted Programmed auto exposure with motion detection and Exposure control exposure compensation (–2.0 to +2.0 EV in steps of [W]: –0.2 to +16.7 EV Range [T]: 1 to 17.9 EV (A auto mode) (exposure values achieved with automatic ISO sensitivity adjustment converted to ISO 100 values) Shutter Mechanical and charge-coupled electronic shutter...
  • Page 171 EH-68P: Approx. 60 g (2.1 oz) Weight EH-68P (AR): Approx. 65 g (2.3 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 172: Supported Standards

    Specifications Supported Standards • DCF: Design Rule for Camera File System is a standard widely used in the digital camera industry to ensure compatibility among different makes of camera. • DPOF: Digital Print Order Format is an industry-wide standard that allows pictures to be printed from print orders stored on memory cards.
  • Page 173: Index

    Index Symbols AV cable 106 R 62 AVI 146 g (Tele) 25 f (Wide) 25 Back light o 59 i Playback zoom 74 Battery 12, 14, 125 h Thumbnail playback 71 Battery chamber 5 A Auto mode 22 Battery charger 16, 145 C Scene mode 51 Battery latch 12 F Smart portrait mode 63...
  • Page 174 Index Full-frame playback 28, 29 Full-time AF 48, 104 Date 18, 124 Date imprint 128 Daylight 39 HD 720p 103 Daylight saving time 18, 125 HDMI 135 Delete 28, 87, 91, 105 HDMI cable 106 Digital zoom 25, 131 Help 11 Direct print 114 Histogram shooting info 70 D-Lighting 96...
  • Page 175 Rotary multi selector 9 Night landscape j 56 Rotate image 89 Night portrait e 55 RSCN 146 Nikon Transfer 109 Number of exposures remaining 22, 38 Scene auto selector x 51, 52 Scene mode 51, 54 Optical zoom 25 Self-timer 32...
  • Page 176 Index Sport continuous 42 SSCN 146 Standard color 44 Strap 11 Subject tracking menu 68 Subject tracking mode 66 Sunset h 56 Tele 25 Television 106 Thumbnail display 71 Thumbnail playback 71 Time difference 126 Time zone 124, 126 Tripod socket 5 TV 106 TV settings 135 USB cable 14, 108, 109, 115...
  • Page 177 Index...
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  • Page 180 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. YP0B01(11) 6MM76411-01...

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