User manual NIKON COOLPIX S610

DIGITAL CAMERA User's Manual En Trademark Information · Microsoft and Windows Vista are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. · Macintosh, Mac OS, and QuickTime are trademarks of Apple Inc. · Adobe and Acrobat are registered trademarks of Adobe Systems Inc. · The SD logo is a trademark of the SD Card Association. · PictBridge is a trademark. · 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. Introduction First Steps A Cx s a c D E Basic Photography and Playback: Auto Mode Shooting Suited for the Scene Focusing on a Moving Subject in Active Child Mode Automatic Shooting of a Smiling Face More on Playback Movies Voice Recordings Connecting to Televisions, Computers, and Printers Shooting, Playback, and Setup Menus Technical Notes i 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. The consequences that could result from failure to observe the precautions listed in this section are indicated by the following symbol: This icon marks warnings, information that should be read before using this Nikon product to prevent possible injury. WARNINGS Turn off in the Event of Malfunction Should you notice smoke or an unusual smell coming from the camera or AC adapter, unplug the AC adapter and remove the battery immediately, taking care to avoid burns. Continued operation could result in injury. After removing or disconnecting the power source, take the equipment to a Nikon-authorized service representative for inspection. Do not Disassemble Touching the internal parts of the camera or AC adapter could result in injury. Repairs should be performed only by qualified technicians. Should the camera or AC adapter break open as the result of a fall or other accident, take the product to a Nikon-authorized service representative for inspection, after unplugging the product and/or removing the battery. Do not use the Camera or AC Adapter in the Presence of Flammable Gas Do not use electronic equipment in the presence of flammable gas, as this could result in explosion or fire. Handle the Camera Strap with Care Never place the strap around the neck of an infant or child. Keep out of Reach of Children Particular care should be taken to prevent infants from putting the battery or other small parts into their mouths. ii For Your Safety Observe the following precautions when handling the battery The battery may leak or explode if improperly handled. Observe the following precautions when handling the battery for use in this product: · Before replacing the battery, turn the product off. If you are using the AC adapter, be sure it is unplugged. · Use only a Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL12 (supplied). Charge the battery by inserting it into a Battery Charger MH-65 (supplied only with the COOLPIX S610), or by inserting it into the camera and connecting the AC Adapter EH-63 (supplied only with the COOLPIX S610c). · When inserting the battery, do not attempt to insert it upside down or backwards. · Do not short or disassemble the battery or attempt to remove or break the battery insulation or casing. · Do not expose the battery to flame or to excessive heat. · Do not immerse in or expose to water. · Replace the terminal cover when transporting the battery. Do not transport or store with metal objects such as necklaces or hairpins. · The battery is prone to leakage when fully discharged. To avoid damage to the product, be sure to remove the battery when no charge remains. · Discontinue use immediately should you notice any change in the battery, such as discoloration or deformation. · If liquid from the damaged battery comes in contact with clothing or skin, rinse immediately with plenty of water. Observe the following precautions when handling the battery charger/AC adapter Do not use with travel converters or adapters designed to convert from one voltage to another or with DCto-AC inverters. Failure to observe this precaution could damage the product or cause overheating or fire. Keep dry. Failure to observe this precaution could result in fire or electric shock. Dust on or near the metal parts of the plug should be removed with a dry cloth. Continued use could result in fire. Do not handle the power cable or go near the battery charger/AC adapter during lightning storms. Failure to observe this precaution could result in electric shock. Do not damage, modify, forcibly tug or bend the power cable, place it under heavy objects, or expose it to heat or flame. Should the insulation be damaged and the wires become exposed, take it to a Nikonauthorized service representative for inspection. Failure to observe these precautions could result in fire or electric shock. · · · · · iii For Your Safety · Do not handle the plug or battery charger/AC adapter with wet hands. Failure to observe this precaution could result in electric shock. Use appropriate cables When connecting cables to the input and output jacks, use only the cables provided or sold by Nikon for the purpose, to maintain compliance with product regulations. Handle moving parts with care Be careful that your fingers or other objects are not pinched by the lens cover or other moving parts. CD-ROMs The CD-ROMs supplied with this device should not be played back on audio CD equipment. Playing CDROMs on an audio CD player could cause hearing loss or damage the equipment. Observe caution when using the flash Using the flash close to your subject's eyes could cause temporary visual impairment. Particular care should be observed if photographing infants, when the flash should be no less than one meter (39 in.) from the subject. Do not operate the flash with the flash window touching a person or object Failure to observe this precaution could result in burns or fire. Avoid contact with liquid crystal Should the monitor break, care should be taken to avoid injury caused by broken glass and to prevent liquid crystal from the monitor touching the skin or entering the eyes or mouth. iv Notices Notice for Customers in the U.S.A. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Radio Frequency Interference Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: · Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. · Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. · Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. · Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for help. COOLPIX S610/S610c CAUTIONS Modifications The FCC requires the user to be notified that any changes or modifications made to this device that are not expressly approved by Nikon Corporation may void the user's authority to operate the equipment. Interface Cables Use the interface cables sold or provided by Nikon for your equipment. Using other interface cables may exceed the limits of Class B Part 15 of the FCC rules. Notice for customers in the State of California WARNING: Handling the cord on this product will expose you to lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling. Nikon Inc., 1300 Walt Whitman Road Melville, New York 11747-3064 USA Tel: 631-547-4200 v 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. Symbol for Separate Collection in European Countries This symbol indicates that this product is to be collected separately. The following apply only to users in European countries: · This product is designated for separate collection at an appropriate collection point. Do not dispose of as household waste. · For more information, contact the retailer or the local authorities in charge of waste management. This symbol on the battery indicates that the battery is to be collected separately. The following apply only to users in European countries: · This battery is designated for separate collection at an appropriate collection point. Do not dispose of as household waste. · For more information, contact the retailer or the local authorities in charge of waste management. vi 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 Attaching the Camera Strap ............................................................................................................................4 The Monitor................................................................................................................................................................6 Basic Operations..................................................................................................................................... 8 The c (shooting/playback) Button...........................................................................................................8 The e (mode) Button..................................................................................................................................8 The Rotary Multi Selector...................................................................................................................................9 The d Button....................................................................................................................................................11 Help Displays..........................................................................................................................................................11 First Steps ............................................................................................................................................. 12 Charging the Battery Using the Battery Charger (COOLPIX S610).....................................12 Inserting the Battery into the Camera..........................................................................................14 Removing the Battery .......................................................................................................................................15 Turning On and Off the Camera.................................................................................................................15 Charging the Battery Using the AC Adapter (COOLPIX S610c) ...........................................16 Setting Display Language, Date, and Time ................................................................................18 Inserting Memory Cards ....................................................................................................................20 Removing Memory Cards...............................................................................................................................21 A Basic Photography and Playback: Auto Mode ................................................................. 22 Step 1 Turn the Camera On and Select A (Auto) Mode .......................................................22 Step 2 Frame a Picture .......................................................................................................................24 Step 3 Focus and Shoot .....................................................................................................................26 Step 4 Viewing and Deleting Pictures ..........................................................................................28 Using the Flash......................................................................................................................................30 Setting the Flash Mode....................................................................................................................................30 Taking Pictures with the Self-Timer...............................................................................................32 Macro Mode...........................................................................................................................................33 Exposure Compensation ...................................................................................................................34 vii Table of Contents Shooting Suited for the Scene...................................................................................................... 35 C Shooting in Scene Mode .............................................................................................................35 Setting the Scene Mode..................................................................................................................................35 Features .....................................................................................................................................................................36 Taking Pictures in Food Mode.....................................................................................................................41 Taking Pictures for a Panorama ..................................................................................................................43 x Shooting in the Scene Mode Selected by the Camera (Scene Auto Selector).........45 Taking Pictures in Scene Auto Selector Mode...................................................................................45 s Focusing on a Moving Subject in Active Child Mode .................................................... 47 Active Child Mode ...............................................................................................................................47 a Automatic Shooting of a Smiling Face ................................................................................ 49 Shooting in Smile Mode ....................................................................................................................49 c More on Playback....................................................................................................................... 51 Viewing Multiple Pictures: Thumbnail Playback ......................................................................51 Taking a Closer Look: Playback Zoom ..........................................................................................52 Editing Pictures.....................................................................................................................................53 Enhancing Brightness and Contrast: D-Lighting..............................................................................54 Creating a Cropped Copy: Crop .................................................................................................................55 Resizing Pictures: Small Picture...................................................................................................................56 Voice Memos: Recording and Playback .......................................................................................57 Viewing Pictures by Date ..................................................................................................................58 D Movies ............................................................................................................................................. 61 Recording Movies ................................................................................................................................61 The Movie Menu...................................................................................................................................62 D Selecting Movie Options..........................................................................................................................62 I Autofocus Mode ...........................................................................................................................................62 Movie Playback .....................................................................................................................................63 Deleting Movie Files...........................................................................................................................................63 E Voice Recordings........................................................................................................................... 64 Making Voice Recordings..................................................................................................................64 Playing Voice Recordings..................................................................................................................66 Deleting Sound Files..........................................................................................................................................67 Copying Voice Recordings................................................................................................................68 viii Table of Contents Connecting to Televisions, Computers, and Printers ........................................................... 69 Connecting to a TV..............................................................................................................................69 Connecting to a Computer...............................................................................................................70 Before Connecting the Camera..................................................................................................................70 Transferring Pictures from a Camera to a Computer ....................................................................71 Connecting to a Printer......................................................................................................................74 Connecting the Camera and Printer........................................................................................................75 Printing Pictures One at a Time ..................................................................................................................76 Printing Multiple Pictures ...............................................................................................................................77 Creating a DPOF Print Order: Print Set.........................................................................................80 Shooting, Playback, and Setup Menus ...................................................................................... 82 Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu .......................................................................................82 Displaying the Shooting Menu...................................................................................................................82 A Image Mode ....................................................................................................................................................83 B White Balance.................................................................................................................................................85 G Metering ............................................................................................................................................................87 C Continuous ......................................................................................................................................................88 E ISO Sensitivity..................................................................................................................................................89 F Color Options..................................................................................................................................................89 G AF Area Mode .................................................................................................................................................90 I Autofocus Mode ...........................................................................................................................................93 Functions that Cannot Be Applied Simultaneously.......................................................................94 Playback Options: The Playback Menu ........................................................................................95 Displaying the Playback Menu....................................................................................................................95 b Slide Show........................................................................................................................................................97 c Delete ...................................................................................................................................................................98 d Protect ...............................................................................................................................................................98 f Rotate Image...................................................................................................................................................99 h Copy .................................................................................................................................................................. 100 ix Table of Contents Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu....................................................................................... 101 Displaying the Setup Menu........................................................................................................................ 102 a Menus ............................................................................................................................................................... 102 c Welcome Screen........................................................................................................................................ 103 d Date.................................................................................................................................................................... 104 e Monitor Settings ....................................................................................................................................... 107 C Date Imprint.................................................................................................................................................. 108 g Vibration Reduction ................................................................................................................................. 109 U Motion Detection ...................................................................................................................................... 110 h AF Assist ......................................................................................................................................................... 110 u Digital Zoom ................................................................................................................................................ 111 i Sound Settings ........................................................................................................................................... 111 k Auto Off ........................................................................................................................................................... 112 l Format Memory/m Format Card.................................................................................................... 112 n Language ........................................................................................................................................................ 113 o Video Mode................................................................................................................................................... 113 p Reset All ........................................................................................................................................................... 113 r Firmware Version ...................................................................................................................................... 115 Technical Notes................................................................................................................................116 Optional Accessories ....................................................................................................................... 116 Approved Memory Cards ............................................................................................................................ 116 Image/Sound File and Folder Names ........................................................................................ 117 Caring for the Camera ..................................................................................................................... 118 Cleaning ................................................................................................................................................................. 120 Storage .................................................................................................................................................................... 120 Error Messages................................................................................................................................... 121 Troubleshooting................................................................................................................................ 125 Specifications ..................................................................................................................................... 130 Supported Standards ..................................................................................................................................... 133 Index ...................................................................................................................................................... 134 x Introduction About This Manual Thank you for your purchase of a Nikon COOLPIX S610/S610c 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. Symbols and Conventions To make it easier to find the information you need, the following symbols and conventions are used: Introduction B This icon marks cautions, information that should be read before use to prevent damage to the camera. This icon marks notes, information that should be read before using the camera. D This icon marks tips, additional information that may be helpful when using the camera. This icon indicates that more information is available elsewhere in this manual or in the Quick Start Guide. C A Notations · A Secure Digital (SD) memory card is referred to as a "memory card." · The setting at the time of purchase is referred to as the "default setting." · The names of menu items displayed in the camera monitor, and the names of buttons or messages displayed in a computer monitor are indicated in bold text. Screen Samples In this manual, images are sometimes omitted from monitor display samples so that monitor indicators can be more clearly shown. Illustrations and Screen Display · In this manual, the COOLPIX S610 digital camera is used for illustrative purposes. Illustrations for both the COOLPIX S610 and the COOLPIX S610c are provided when necessary. · Illustrations and text displays shown in this manual may differ from actual display. C Memory Cards Pictures taken with this camera can be stored in the camera's internal memory or on removable memory cards. If a memory card is inserted, all new pictures will be stored on the memory card and delete, playback, and format operations will apply only to the pictures on the memory card. The memory card must be removed before the internal memory can be formatted or used to store pictures to, or delete, or view pictures. 1 Information and Precautions Life-Long Learning As part of Nikon's "Life-Long Learning" commitment to ongoing product support and education, continually updated information is available online at the following sites: · For users in the U.S.A.: http://www.nikonusa.com/ · For users in Europe and Africa: http://www.europe-nikon.com/support/ · For users in Asia, Oceania, and the Middle East: http://www.nikon-asia.com/ Visit these sites to keep up-to-date with the latest product information, tips, answers to frequently asked questions (FAQs), and general advice on digital imaging and photography. Additional information may be available from the Nikon representative in your area. See the URL below for contact information: http://imaging.nikon.com/ Introduction Use Only Nikon Brand Electronic Accessories Nikon COOLPIX cameras are designed to the highest standards and include complex electronic circuitry. Only Nikon brand electronic accessories (including battery chargers, batteries and AC adapters) certified by Nikon specifically for use with this Nikon digital camera are engineered and proven to operate within the operational and safety requirements of this electronic circuitry. THE USE OF NON-NIKON ELECTRONIC ACCESSORIES COULD DAMAGE THE CAMERA AND MAY VOID YOUR NIKON WARRANTY. The use of third-party rechargeable Li-ion batteries not bearing the Nikon holographic seal could interfere with normal operation of the camera or result in the batteries overheating, igniting, rupturing, or leaking. For more information about Nikon brand accessories, contact a local authorized Nikon dealer. Holographic seal: Identifies this device as an authentic Nikon product. Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL12 Before Taking Important Pictures 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. About the Manuals · No part of the manuals included with this product may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form, by any means, without Nikon's prior written permission. · Nikon reserves the right to change the specifications of the hardware and software described in these manuals at any time and without prior notice. · 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 these manuals 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). 2 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". The copying or reproduction of paper money, coins, or securities which are circulated in a foreign country is prohibited. Unless the prior permission of the government was obtained, the copying or reproduction of unused postage stamps or post cards issued by the government is prohibited. The copying or reproduction of stamps issued by the government and of certified documents stipulated by law is prohibited. · Cautions on certain copies and reproductions The government has issued cautions on copies or reproductions of securities issued by private companies (shares, bills, checks, gift certificates, etc.), commuter passes or coupon tickets, except when a minimum of necessary copies are to be provided for business use by a company. Also, do not copy or reproduce passports issued by the government, licenses issued by public agencies and private groups, ID cards and tickets, such as passes and meal coupons. · Comply with copyright notices The copying or reproduction of copyrighted creative works such as books, music, paintings, woodcut prints, maps, drawings, movies and photographs is governed by national and international copyright laws. Do not use this product for the purpose of making illegal copies or to infringe copyright laws. Introduction Disposing of Data Storage Devices Please note that deleting images or formatting data storage devices such as memory cards or builtin 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. Ensuring the privacy of such data is the user's responsibility. Before discarding a data storage device or transferring ownership to another person, erase all data using commercial deletion software, or format the device and then completely refill it with images containing no private information (for example, pictures of empty sky). Be sure to also replace any pictures selected for the welcome screen (A 103). Care should be taken to avoid injury or damage to property when physically destroying data storage devices. If you are using the COOLPIX S610c, reset the wireless LAN settings stored in the camera. For more information, see page 23 and 37 of the Wireless LAN Connection Guide. 3 Parts of the Camera The Camera Body 1 Introduction 23 4 5 6 10 9 8 11 12 7 Lens cover closed 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Shutter-release button.............................. 26 Power switch................................................... 15 Power-on lamp................................... 22, 112 Self-timer lamp .............................................. 32 AF-assist illuminator......................... 27, 110 Built-in flash ..................................................... 30 Speaker ............................................... 57, 63, 66 Lens..........................................................118, 130 Lens cover 12 9 COOLPIX S610c Built-in microphone.................... 57, 61, 64 Antenna .... 50 of the Wireless LAN Connection Guide Wireless LAN LED .... 50 of the Wireless LAN Connection Guide F (Picture Mail) button .... 44 of the Wireless LAN Connection Guide COOLPIX S610c only 10 11 Attaching the Camera Strap 4 Parts of the Camera 1 2345 Introduction 12 6 78 9 10 11 13 14 15 16 17 1 2 3 4 Monitor..................................................................6 Rotary multi selector .....................................9 e (mode) button....................................8 Indicator lamp................................................ 64 Flash lamp......................................................... 31 Zoom buttons................................................ 24 f (wide)...................................................... 24 g (tele)......................................................... 24 h (thumbnail playback).................... 51 i (playback zoom)............................... 52 j (help)....................................................... 11 Tripod socket d button...................................... 11, 82, 95 l (delete) button .................28, 29, 57, 63 9 10 18 Cover latch................................................14, 20 Battery-chamber/ memory card slot cover ...................14, 20 11 k (apply selection) button ......................9 12 c (shooting/playback) button.....8, 28 13 Eyelet for camera strap ................................4 14 Multi connector............................. 69, 71, 75 15 Connector cover 16 Battery latch.............................................14, 15 17 Battery chamber............................................14 18 Memory card slot..........................................20 5 6 7 8 5 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 and photo info displayed during shooting and playback will turn off after a few seconds (A 107). Introduction Shooting 4 25 23 22 21 1600 1/250 F2.7 5 3 7 8 10 6 1 24 2 9 11 12 20 19 15 14 13 18 1 17 16 999 a 9999 9m59s b 30m00s 6 (a) Number of exposures remaining Shooting mode* ..........................................22, 35, 45, 47, 49, 61 13 (still pictures).............................................22 (b) Movie length............................................61 2 Macro mode.................................................... 33 14 Internal memory indicator......................23 3 Zoom indicator...................................... 24, 33 15 Aperture .............................................................26 4 Focus indicator .............................................. 26 16 Focus area.................................................26, 90 5 AE/AF-L indicator ......................................... 44 17 Focus area (Face Priority) ................49, 90 6 Flash mode....................................................... 30 18 Focus area (Active child)..........................47 7 Battery level indicator................................ 22 19 Shutter speed .................................................26 Vibration reduction/ 8 20 ISO sensitivity ..........................................31, 89 Motion detection icon .........23, 109, 110 21 Exposure compensation value ............34 9 Monitor brightness boost indicator .... 23 22 Color options ..................................................89 "Date not set" indicator ......................... 121 10 23 White balance mode..................................85 Time zone indicator................................. 104 24 Self-timer indicator......................................32 11 Date imprint ................................................. 108 25 Continuous shooting mode..................88 Image mode.................................................... 83 12 Movie option................................................... 62 * Differs according to the current shooting mode. Refer to the sections on each mode for details. Parts of the Camera Introduction Playback 1 18 15 17 16 14 13 10 11 12 9 23 4 5 6 7 8 999 999 9999 9999 9m59s 30m00s 15/11/2008 12:00 9999.JPG a b 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Date of recording......................................... 18 Protect icon...................................................... 98 Time of recording......................................... 18 Volume indicator.......................... 57, 63, 66 Battery level indicator................................ 22 Monitor brightness boost indicator .... 23 Image mode*.................................................. 83 Movie option* ................................................ 63 (a) Current frame number/ total number of frames...................... 28 (b) Movie length ........................................... 63 Internal memory indicator...................... 28 10 Voice memo recording guide ..............57 11 Voice memo playback guide ................57 12 Movie playback indicator ........................63 13 List by date guide.........................................58 14 Print-order icon..............................................80 15 Small picture............................................55, 56 16 D-Lighting icon..............................................54 Picture Bank pictures icon 17 (COOLPIX S610c only) .... 48 of the Wireless LAN Connection Guide 18 File number and type ............................. 117 8 9 * Differs according to the selected option. 7 Basic Operations The c (shooting/playback) Button Press the c button once in shooting mode to enter playback mode; press again to switch back to shooting mode. If the camera is turned off, hold down the c button to turn the camera on in playback mode (A 28). Holding down the c button when the camera is on sets monitor brightness to the maximum level. Hold down the c button again to change back to the original brightness. The b icon will be displayed in the monitor when monitor brightness is set to the maximum level. Introduction The e (mode) Button Use the e button to choose the shooting, playback, or setup mode. · Press the e button during shooting to display the shooting-mode selection menu, or during playback to display the playback-mode selection menu. · Press the c button to switch between the mode selection menu for shooting mode and playback mode. · Use the rotary multi selector to choose the desired mode from the shooting-mode or playback-mode selection menu (A 9). Shooting-mode Selection Menu Shooting 8 7 6 1 2 3 4 Auto mode ....................................................... 22 Smile mode...................................................... 49 Active child mode........................................ 47 Scene mode..................................................... 35 5 6 7 8 1 2 3 4 5 Scene auto selector .................................... 45 Voice recording mode .............................. 64 Movie mode .................................................... 61 Setup mode...................................................101 8 Basic Operations Playback-mode Selection Menu COOLPIX S610 Play COOLPIX S610c Introduction Play 1 4 2 3 1 2 3 Playback mode .............................................. 28 List by date mode ........................................ 58 Sound file playback mode...................... 66 4 5 5 4 1 2 3 Setup mode...................................................101 Picture Bank mode (COOLPIX S610c only) .... 47 of the Wireless LAN Connection Guide The Rotary Multi Selector This section describes standard uses of the rotary multi selector to select modes, select menu options, and to apply selection. For Shooting Display m (flash mode) (A 30) menu Select options* Display n (self-timer) (A 32) menu Display o (exposure compensation) (A 34) guide Apply selection Display p (macro mode) (A 33) menu * Items can also be selected by pressing the rotary multi selector up or down. Flash mode 9 Basic Operations For Playback Select previous picture* 15/11/2008 15:30 0004.JPG Introduction 4 4 Select next picture* * Subsequent or previous pictures can also be selected by rotating the rotary multi selector. For the Menu Screen Shooting Select options1 Return display to the previous screen Apply selection (advance display to the next screen)2 Shooting menu Image mode White balance Metering Continuous ISO sensitivity Exit 1 2 Items can also be selected by pressing the rotary multi selector up or down. Pressing right or left in shooting/playback-mode selection menu (A 8) or icons menu (A 102) will choose the items. Pressing right in text menus (A 102) advances display to the next screen. C 10 Note on the Rotary Multi Selector In this manual, up, down, left, and right presses of the rotary multi selector may be indicated with H, I, J, and K. 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 10). Press the d button again to exit the menu. Shooting menu Image mode White balance Metering Continuous ISO sensitivity Exit Introduction Displayed when the menu contains two or more pages Displayed when there are one or more menu items to follow The selected option Displayed when there are more previous menu items Shooting menu Color options AF area mode Autofocus mode AF area mode Face priority Auto Manual Center Exit Exit Press the k button or the rotary multi selector K to proceed to the next set of options. Press the k button or the rotary multi selector K to apply selection. Help Displays Press the g (j) button when M is displayed at the lower right of the menu screen to view a description of the currently selected menu option. To return to the original menu, press the g (j) button again. Image mode Set image quality and size. Exit Back 11 First Steps Charging the Battery Using the Battery Charger (COOLPIX S610) If you are using the COOLPIX S610, charge the Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL12 (supplied) using the Battery Charger MH-65 (supplied). · If you are using the COOLPIX S610c, the Battery Charger MH-65 is not supplied with the camera. Insert the battery into the camera and charge it by connecting the AC adapter. Proceed to "Inserting the Battery into the Camera" (A 14) and "Charging the Battery Using the AC Adapter (COOLPIX S610c)" (A 16). First Steps 1 Connect the power cable. Connect the power cable to the battery charger 1 and insert the wall plug into a power outlet 2. The CHARGE lamp will light to show that the charger is on 3. 2 1 3 2 Charge the battery. Insert the battery into the battery charger. Slide the battery forward 1 and then press down until it locks into place 2. CHARGE lamp starts blinking 3 when battery is inserted. Charging is complete when lamp stops blinking 4. About 150 minutes are required to charge a fully exhausted battery. 12 Charging the Battery Using the Battery Charger (COOLPIX S610) The following chart explains CHARGE lamp status. CHARGE lamp Blinks On Battery charging. Battery fully charged. The battery is not inserted correctly. Remove the battery and reinsert it into the battery charger so that the battery is lying flat. · Charge the battery indoors with an ambient temperature of 5 °C to 35 °C (41 °F to 95 °F) before use. · The battery is faulty. Unplug the charger immediately and stop charging the battery. Bring the battery and charger to a Nikonauthorized service representative for inspection. First Steps Description Flickers 3 Unplug the charger. Remove the battery and unplug the charger. B Notes on the Battery Charger · The supplied battery charger is for use only with a Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL12. Do not use with incompatible batteries. · Be sure to read and follow the warnings for the battery charger on page iii before using the battery charger. · Be sure to read the section, "The Battery" (A 119), thoroughly before use. C Notes on AC Power Supply · To power the camera continuously for extended periods, use the AC Adapter EH-63 (available separately from Nikon) (A 116). Do not, under any circumstances, use another make or model of AC adapter. Failure to observe this precaution could result in overheating or in damage to the camera. · If you are using the COOLPIX S610, the battery cannot be charged by inserting it into the camera and connecting the AC adapter. The AC adapter and the supplied audio/video cable or USB cable cannot be used at the same time. 13 Inserting the Battery into the Camera 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. For more information about charging the battery, see "Charging the Battery Using the Battery Charger (COOLPIX S610)" (A 12) if you are using the COOLPIX S610, or "Charging the Battery Using the AC Adapter (COOLPIX S610c)" (A 16) if you are using the COOLPIX S610c. First Steps 1 Open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover. Slide the cover latch to the Y position 1. 2 Insert the battery. Confirm that the positive (+) and negative (­) terminals are oriented correctly as described on the label at the entrance of the battery chamber, and insert the battery. Use the battery to push the orange battery latch in the direction indicated by the arrow 1 and fully insert the battery 2. When the battery is fully inserted, the battery latch will lock it in place. B Inserting the Battery Inserting the battery upside down or backwards could damage the camera. Be sure to check the battery is in the correct orientation. 3 Close the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover. Slide the cover latch to the Z position 2. 14 Inserting the Battery into the Camera Removing the Battery Turn the camera off and confirm that the power-on lamp and the monitor are 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 battery latch in the direction shown 1. The battery can then be removed by hand 2. · Note that the battery may become hot during use; observe due caution when removing the battery. First Steps 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 turns off, both the power-on lamp and monitor will turn off. · If the camera is turned off, hold down the c button to turn the camera on in playback mode (A 28). B Note on the Battery · Be sure to read and follow the warnings for the battery on page iii and the section, "The Battery" (A 119), before using the battery. · If the battery will not be used for an extended period, recharge it at least once every six months and run it flat before returning it to storage. D Auto Power Off in Shooting Mode (Standby Mode) If no operations are performed for about five seconds in shooting mode, the monitor will dim to save power. Using any of the camera controls will reactivate the display. If no operations are performed for about a minute (default setting), the monitor will turn off automatically and the camera will enter standby mode. If no operations are performed for another three minutes, the camera will turn off automatically (the auto off function). If the monitor is off in standby mode, press the power switch or the shutter-release button to reactivate it. · The time allowed to elapse before the camera enters standby mode can be changed from the Auto off option (A 112) in the setup menu (A 112). · When monitor brightness is set to the maximum level by pressing the c button (A 23), the monitor will not dim, even if no operations are performed. 15 Charging the Battery Using the AC Adapter (COOLPIX S610c) If you are using the COOLPIX S610c, insert a Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL12 (supplied) into the camera and charge the battery by connecting the AC Adapter EH-63 (supplied). 2 4 First Steps 1 3 1 2 Connect the power cable and AC adapter 1. Confirm that the power-on lamp and the monitor are off. Do not turn the camera on. The battery cannot be charged when the camera is on. 3 4 Connect the AC adapter to the camera's multi connector 2. The multi connector should be fully inserted. Plug the power cable into an outlet 3. The AC adapter power-on lamp will light 4. C Charging the Battery After Setting the Camera's Clock When the camera's built-in clock has not been set, the battery begins charging when the AC adapter is connected. Once the clock is set and the AC adapter is connected, the Picture Bank start-up screen will be displayed and the camera will attempt to upload pictures to the my Picturetown server. Press the k button to cancel picture upload and charge the battery. Picture Bank can be set so that it does not start automatically when the AC adapter is connected. See the Wireless LAN Connection Guide for more information about Picture Bank. 5 The battery begins charging. The power-on lamp (orange) will blink, and the battery will start charging. The power-on lamp (orange) stops blinking when charging is complete. A fully exhausted battery will recharge in about 150 minutes. 16 Charging the Battery Using the AC Adapter (COOLPIX S610c) The following chart explains power-on lamp status of the COOLPIX S610c while the AC adapter is connected. Power-on lamp Blinks (orange) On (orange) Off/Blinks (green)/ On (green) Battery charging. Battery fully charged. First Steps Description The camera is on. Turn the camera off when charging. · Charge the battery indoors with an ambient temperature of 5 °C to 35 °C (41 °F to 95 °F) before use. · If the lamp flickers rapidly, the AC adapter is not correctly connected or there is a problem with the battery. Reconnect the AC adapter or replace the battery. Flickers (orange) 6 Disconnect the camera and AC adapter when charging is complete. Turn the camera off. Disconnect the AC adapter from the camera's multi connector and unplug the power cable from the power outlet. C Note on the AC Adapter · Be sure to read and follow the warning for the AC adapter on page ii. · Be sure to read the section, "The Battery" (A 119), thoroughly before use. · Do not, under any circumstances, use another make or model of AC adapter. Failure to observe this precaution could result in overheating or in damage to the camera. · Do not connect the power cable supplied with the AC Adapter EH-63 to any other device. C The AC Adapter EH-63 The AC Adapter EH-63 (supplied) can: · When the camera is turned on, power the camera from a power outlet. · If you are using the COOLPIX S610c, the battery inserted into the camera is charged when the camera is turned off with the AC adapter connected. · If you are using the COOLPIX S610, the AC Adapter EH-63 is not supplied with the camera. Furthermore, the battery cannot be charged while it is inserted into the camera. · The AC adapter and the supplied audio/video cable or USB cable cannot be used at the same time. C The Battery Charger MH-65 If you are using the COOLPIX S610c, the Battery Charger MH-65 (A 116), for charging a Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL12, is available separately. 17 Setting Display Language, Date, and Time A language-selection dialog is displayed the first time the camera is turned on. 1 First Steps 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. 2 Use the rotary multi selector to choose the desired language and press the k button. For information about using the rotary multi selector, see "The Rotary Multi Selector" (A 9). 3 Choose Yes and press the k button. If No is selected, the date and time will not be set. Date Set time and date? No Yes 4 Press the rotary multi selector J or K to select your home time zone (A 106) and press the k button. w London Casablanca Back D Daylight Saving Time 18 If daylight saving time is in effect, press the rotary multi selector H in the time zone selection screen displayed in step 4 to turn on the daylight saving time option. When the daylight saving time option is enabled, W is displayed at the top of the monitor. To turn off the daylight saving time option, press I. w London Casablanca Back Setting Display Language, Date, and Time 5 Edit the date. Rotate the rotary multi selector, or press H or I, to edit the highlighted item. Press K to move the highlight in the following order. D (day) M (month) Y (year) hour minute DMY (the order in which the day, month, and year are displayed) Press J to return to the previous item. Date D M Y 01 00 01 00 2008 Edit First Steps 6 Choose the order in which the day, month, and year are displayed and press the k button or the rotary multi selector K. The settings are applied and monitor display exits to shooting mode. Date D M Y 15 15 11 10 2008 Edit D Changing the Date and Time · Select Date from the Date item (A 104) in the setup menu (A 101) to change the current date and time and follow the procedure described in step 5 above. · Select Time zone from the Date item in the setup menu to change the time zone and daylight saving time settings (A 104). 19 Inserting Memory Cards Image, sound, and movie files are stored in the camera's internal memory (approx. 45 MB) or on removable memory cards (available separately) (A 116). 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. Remove the memory card to store data in the internal memory, or play back, delete, or transfer data from the internal memory. First Steps 1 Confirm the power-on lamp and the monitor are off and open the battery-chamber/ memory card slot cover. Be sure to turn off the camera before opening the batterychamber/memory card slot cover. 2 Insert the memory card. Slide the memory card in correctly until it clicks into place. Close the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover. B Inserting Memory Cards Inserting the memory card upside down or backwards could damage the camera or the memory card. Make sure that the memory card is correctly oriented. 20 Inserting Memory Cards Removing Memory Cards Before removing memory cards, turn the camera off and confirm that the power-on lamp and the monitor are off. Open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover and press the card in 1 to partially eject the card 2. The card can then be removed by hand. First Steps B Formatting Memory Cards If the message at right is displayed, the memory card must be Card is not formatted. formatted before use (A 112). Note that formatting permanently Format card? deletes all pictures and other data on the memory card. Be sure to make copies of any pictures you wish to keep before No formatting the memory card. Yes Use the rotary multi selector to choose Yes and press the k button. A confirmation dialog will be displayed. To start formatting, choose Format and press the k button. · Do not turn the camera off or open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover until formatting is complete. · The first time you insert the memory cards used in other devices into this camera, be sure to format them with this camera (A 112). B The Write Protect Switch Write protect switch Memory cards are equipped with a write protect switch. When this switch is in the "lock" position, data cannot be written to, or deleted from, the memory card. If the switch is in the "lock" position, unlock it by sliding the switch to the "write" position to record or delete pictures, or to format the memory card. · Be sure that the memory card's write protect switch is in the "write" position when transmitting pictures from the memory card to the my Picturetown server using the wireless LAN function built into the COOLPIX S610c. B Memory Cards · Use only Secure Digital memory cards. · Do not perform the following during formatting, while data are being written to or deleted from the memory card, or during data transfer to a computer. Failure to observe this precaution could result in the loss of data or in damage to the camera or memory card: - Eject the memory card - Remove the battery - Turn off the camera - Disconnect the AC adapter · Do not use a computer to format the memory card. · Do not disassemble or modify. · Do not drop, bend, or expose to water or strong physical shocks. · Do not touch the metal terminals with your fingers or metal objects. · Do not affix labels or stickers to the memory card. · Do not leave in direct sunlight, closed vehicles, or areas exposed to high temperatures. · Do not expose to humidity, dust, or to corrosive gases. 21 Basic Photography and Playback: Auto Mode Step 1 Turn the Camera On and Select A (Auto) Mode This section describes how to take pictures in A (auto) mode, an automatic, "point-and-shoot" mode recommended for first-time users of digital cameras. 1 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. The lens will also extend. Proceed to step 4 when A is displayed. 2 Press the e button. Basic Photography and Playback: Auto Mode 3 Use the rotary multi selector to choose A and press the k button. The camera enters A (auto) mode. Shooting 4 Check the battery level and number of exposures remaining in the monitor. Battery level Monitor NO INDICATOR B N Battery exhausted. Description Battery fully charged. Battery low; prepare to charge or replace the battery. Cannot shoot. Recharge or replace with a fully charged battery. Battery level indicator 16 Number of exposures remaining Number of Exposures Remaining The number of pictures that can be stored depends on the capacity of the internal memory or memory card and image mode setting (A 84). 22 Step 1 Turn the Camera On and Select A (Auto) Mode Indicators Displayed in A (Auto) Mode Shooting mode A displayed in A (auto) mode Vibration reduction/Motion detection icon When s is displayed in the monitor, the effects of the camera shake and subject movement are reduced. Basic Photography and Playback: Auto Mode 16 Internal memory indicator Pictures will be recorded to internal memory (approx. 45 MB). When memory card is inserted, C is not displayed and pictures will be recorded to memory card. Image mode The combination of image size and image quality (compression) is displayed. The default setting is i Normal (3,648 × 2,736). The indicators and photo info displayed during shooting and playback will turn off after a few seconds (A 107). When the monitor has turned off in standby mode to save power, press the power switch or the shutter-release button to reactivate it (A 112). C Monitor Brightness Boost If it is difficult to see the monitor display when shooting outdoors, holding down the c button while the power is on to switch monitor brightness to the maximum setting. Hold down the c button again to change back to the original brightness. The b icon will be displayed in the monitor when the brightness setting is set to the maximum by pressing the c button. In A (auto) mode, macro mode (A 33) and exposure compensation (A 34) can be applied and pictures can be taken using the flash mode (A 30) and self-timer (A 32). Pressing the d button in A (auto) mode allows you to specify settings for all shooting menu items (A 82).